CRJ 900 Systems APU Flashcards
The APU is equipped with a ____ generator.
40 KVA
The APU supplies pneumatic power for
Main engine starts and air conditioning
The APU ECU controls the APU during
All phases of operation
The APU control system ensures priority is given to
Electric loads
Pressurized fuel is supplied to the APU by the
APU fuel pump
What is the purpose of the internal bypass valve
Allows the APU to continue to run if APU pump fails
APU RPM is displayed on the
EICAS status page
APU bleed air is controlled by a mondulating
APU LCV
APU bleed pressure readout can be monitored on
EICAS “ECS” synoptic page
APU “AVAIL” will illuminate at
99% RPM and 2 seconds later
The APU gauges (RPM and EGT) appear on EICAS when
APU POWER/FUEL switch/light pressed in
“APU OVERSPEED” warning message is displayed when RPM exceeds
106%
Where is the APU located?
tail cone
APU intake door is located
upper right hand (rear side of aircraft)
APU secondary function(s)
- Supplies bleed air for air condition
2. Supplies air for engine starting