11.17 Flashcards
What are the parts of portable water system
Tanks and distro lines
What type of water is portable
Drinkable
How is portable water transported
With pressurisation from the water pressurisation system
When is a electric air compressor used
When pneumatic air isn’t available
What does a check valve do
Prevents reverse flow
Where is the relief valve located
Between pressure switch and water tanks
What does a shut off valve do
Allow you to isolate the system for maintenance
Where are manual shut off valves located
In Each lavatory
What are the 3 reasons to complety drain the water system
- Before disinfecting
- If parking in freezing weather
- Every 3 days to add fresh water to prevent bacteria growth
Where is the water service panel
Lower part of fuselage there’s a recess and access door
What is a fill overflow valve
Four part machined body with rotating core
What does the spring loaded core do
Allow positive searing and prevents leakage
How is water quantity detected
Signals from quantity transmitter and preselected valve from the the attendants panel
How is water drained from the system
Drain valves and shut off valves
How are drain valves operated
Manually
