KV Study Guide 2019 Flashcards
Why is important that only displays 2 and 3 are showing on initial power-up?
DC power only simulates an ELECTRICAL EMERGENCY. During this condition with no assistance from
the RAT, the batteries will supply essential loads for 10 minutes. If more than displays 2 & 3 are
showing during initial power up, then the electrical load is increased thus decreasing the amount of time
the batteries will supply power during an ELECTRICAL EMERGENCY.
Why must battery voltage be checked before applying AC power?
Battery voltage must be checked before applying AC power to receive an accurate display of the
battery voltage. Once AC power has been applied, the voltage displayed on the MFD is the voltage of
the AC source (GPU/APU).
If Battery 1 is showing 22.5 volts and Battery 2 indicates 21.4 volts, what action must the pilots
take?
Voltage less than 22.5v and greater than 21.0v: Recharge the batteries prior to takeoff through any AC
source, including the engines during taxi. (SOPM 4-1.8)
What is the purpose of charging the batteries prior to takeoff?
To ensure the batteries will supply essential loads for at least 10 minutes during an ELECTRICAL
EMERGENCY.
What should the pilot check prior to conducting a fire panel test? Why?
Verify there are no fire protection fail messages displayed on the EICAS after power up. (SOPM 4-1.9)
(SOPM 4-1.32) If there are active fire protection faults, an effective test of the fire detection and
protection system is not possible.
Describe the items associated with a successful fire test on the overhead panel.
Overhead Panel: Fire Handles illuminated, Cargo Smoke FWD & AFT buttons illuminated, APU button
illuminated, Upper half of the APU Emergency Stop Button illuminated. (SOPM 4-1.9)(AOM V2
14-07-30)
How do you determine if the AC power supplied by the GPU is within proper limits?
AC GPU icon on Electric Synoptic page is green. If any output is invalid or out of range, the digits are
replaced by three amber dashes. (AOM V2 14-05-05.9) GPU button on overhead panel illuminates
AVAIL when AC power quality requirements are satisfied. (AOM V2 14-05-10.3)
Upon establishing AC power on the aircraft, what test should automatically start?
Electric PBIT. (SOPM 4-1.12)
Is the electrical PBIT required to complete every flight?
No
When do the amber IDG lights illuminate?
“HOTLOP” – Hot Oil Temperature / Low Oil Pressure. When the IDG oil pressure drops below 140 psi ±
25 psi, or the oil temperature reaches 335°F ± 10°F (168°C ± 5°C), the EICAS message IDG 1(2) OIL is
displayed and an amber LED illuminates near the IDG selector knob on the overhead panel. (AOM V2
14-05-05.8)
With the GPU switch pushed in and reading “AVAIL,” what buses are being powered?
All BUSES. The AC GPU can supply power to all AC BUSES. (AOM V2 14-05-10.1) The DC BUSSES
are also powered through the use of TRUs. (Schematic AOM V2 14-05-40.6)
The IDG’s are capable of supplying how much power (to the electrical system)?
Both IDGs are rated at 40 kVA, 115 VAC, 400 Hz, three-phase. (AOM V2 14-05-10.1)
Why is the switch position for Battery 2 labeled “AUTO” instead of “ON?”
During the APU starting cycle, BATT 2 is isolated from the network, powering the APU START BUS
exclusively. (AOM V2 14-05-10.2)
If Battery 2 is inoperative, is there any way to start the APU?
Yes. The DC GPU is used to start the APU when the #2 battery is no longer available or the battery
temperature is below -20°C. The DC GPU supplies between 24 VDC – 32VDC. (AOM V2 14-05-15.3)
What kind of batteries are installed on the ERJ?
Two NiCd 22.8 VDC, 27 A. (AOM V2 14-05-15.2)
What is the total fuel capacity on the ERJ?
20,935 lbs. 3,094 US Gallons. (AFM 2-36.1)(SOPM 2-4.3)
Is the usable fuel quantity any different if the aircraft is gravity refueled?
No. The wing fuel tanks may be partially or completely refueled using the gravity fuel port located on
top of each wing. (AOM 14-10-10.11)
Can the aircraft be refueled without AC power?
Yes. Pressurized refueling is performed with the airplane energized either by AC or battery power.
(AOM V2 14-10-10.11)
What is the purpose of the DC fuel pump?
One DC fuel is installed only in the right wing tank. It provides pressurized fuel for normal APU
operation and engine start, when AC power or the AC fuel pump is not available. (AOM V2 14-10-10.5)
What is the maximum fuel imbalance? When does the EICAS message appear for an imbalance?
Maximum Fuel Imbalance 794 lbs. (SOPM 2-4.3) The EICAS CAUTION message FUEL IMBALANCE
appears when fuel imbalance reaches 800 lbs. (AOM V2 14-10-10.8)
What happens when you move the crossfeed switch to the LOW 1(2) position?
LOW 1: Crossfeed valve opens, and AC PUMP 2 activates feeding both engines from wing tank 2.
LOW 2: Crossfeed valve opens, and AC PUMP 1 activates feeding both engines from wing tank 1.
(AOM V2 14-10-10.6)
During single engine operations, how would the pilot correct a fuel imbalance situation?
The same as two engine operations, by selecting LOW 1 or LOW 2 with the crossfeed selector knob.
(AOM V2 14-10-10.6)
When should you declare minimum fuel? Emergency fuel?
Declare minimum fuel when the estimated fuel remaining on touchdown, at the airport of intended
landing, is less than 45 minutes of fuel endurance (2,250 lbs). Declare emergency fuel when the
estimated fuel remaining on touchdown, at the airport of intended landing is less than 30 minutes of
endurance (1,500 lbs). (SOPM 5-1.2 & 5-1.3)
When will the FUEL IMBALANCE EICAS message extinguish?
The EICAS CAUTION FUEL IMBALANCE will extinguish once the imbalance is reduced to 100 lbs.
(AOM V2 14-10-15.1)
If the engines burn fuel evenly, what is the most likely way of getting into a fuel imbalance
condition?
Running the APU is the most likely way of getting into a fuel imbalance condition.
Why do we use the term crossfeed and not crossflow?
Crossfeed permits fuel supply to both engines from one tank to correct and avoid a fuel imbalance
condition. Crossflow permits fuel to flow between fuel tanks. ERJ aircraft do to posses crossflow
capability.
Is it possible to get the FUEL 1(2) LO LEVEL warning message and not be in a low fuel
condition?
Yes. Each wing tank has a dedicated Fuel Low Level sensor located in the wing collector box that is
independent of the fuel quantity indication system. Whenever the fuel level in the collector box is below
the sensor level (660 lbs in normal conditions), it triggers the FUEL LO LEVEL WARNING EICAS
message. This message can occur spuriously when flying with high pitch and/or bank angles.
If any scavenge pumps stop transferring fuel to the collector box (engine failure, loss of motive flow or
scavenge pump failure/blockage), the fuel contained in the collector box flows out so that the fuel inside
the collector box and the rest of the tank reaches the same level. If there is up to ~3970 lbs of fuel in
that tank it is possible that the level equivalent to the low level warning activation point will be reached
triggering the EICAS warning. Monitor fuel quantity through EICAS or MFD Fuel Synoptic page. Engine
flameout due to fuel starvation may occur if the airplane is subject to attitudes greater than 15° nose up
or down, uncoordinated maneuvers or negative G’s. (AOM V2 14-10-10.10)
When do the emergency lights come on automatically?
In ARMED mode (cockpit switch), the emergency lights are activated automatically when the airplane
loses its normal electrical power. (AOM V2 14-10-40.10)
How long do they remain illuminated?
The charge of the batteries is sufficient to supply all emergency lights for approx. 10 minutes. (AOM V2
14-01-40.10)(SOPM 5-1.17)
How are the emergency lights charged?
The Emergency Lights Power Units (ELPUs) are charged from DC BUS 1. (AOM V2 14-01-40.10)
How do you initiate a hydraulic PBIT?
The hydraulic PBIT is initiated by pressurizing all 3 hydraulic systems. (AOM V1 3-05.3)(SOPM 4-1.13)
List the ways in which a hydraulic PBIT can be interrupted?
The hydraulic PBIT is interrupted by moving any flight control surface. (AOM V1 3-05.3)(SOPM 4-1.12)
What temperature will inhibit the hydraulic PBIT? Why?
Hydraulic reservoir temperature must be greater than +10°C (50°F) or the hydraulic PBIT may be
inhibited. This inhibition is removed if the hydraulic PBIT is expired. (SOPM 4-1.12)(AOM V2
14-08-10.8) The temperature inhibition is in place due to increased hydraulic fluid viscosity observed at
lower temperatures which has the potential to damage flight control components.
When is a hydraulic warm up test required?
Hydraulic Systems Warm-Up must be accomplished before starting the engines when the reservoir
temperatures are below -18°C (0°F). (SOPM 4-1.14)
What is the purpose of the PTU?
The PTU assists in landing gear retraction or extension, should a right engine or right EDP failure
occur. (AOM V2 14-11-10.5)
What is the EICAS message associated with a hydraulic PBIT?
FLT CTRL TEST IN PROG status message is displayed while hydraulic PBIT is in progress. (AOM V1
3-05.3) FLT CTRL BIT EXPIRED message is displayed when the last successful PBIT was more than
50 hours old. (SOPM 4-1.12) This message is inhibited while airborne.
When will the engine driven hydraulic pump shutoff valves automatically close?
If the fluid temperature reaches 125°C, the shutoff valve will automatically actuate, thus isolating the EDP 1(2) from the respective hydraulic flow line. (AOM V2 14-11-10.1)
How is normal hydraulic pressure, temperature and quantity determined during the Originating
Checklist?
Verify hydraulic pressure, temperature and quantity by observing the Hydraulic Synoptic Page on the
MFD and turning on HYDRAULIC SYS 1, 2, and 3A ON. (SOPM 4-1.35)
When must a hydraulic PBIT be completed without interruption?
Hydraulic PBIT must be completed without interruption if the hydraulic PBIT is expired (+50 hrs since
last successful PBIT), or if it is believed the PBIT will expire prior to becoming airborne.
How is landing elevation set?
Landing field elevation is retrieved from the FMS database after the input of a destination on the active
flight plan. (AOM V2 14-02-20.3)
How many outflow valves are installed on the aircraft?
One cabin outflow valve is installed on the aircraft (AOM V2 14-02-20.1)
What are the negative and positive pressurization limits?
Negative Pressure Limit: -0.5 psi ; Positive Pressure Limit: 8.77 psi. (SOPM 2-4.4)
Give a reason why you would be required to push the DUMP button without QRH guidance?
Smoke Evacuation (QRC – SOPM 2-1.3)
What is the memory item for Smoke Evacuation? Smoke/Fire/Fumes?
Smoke Evacuation:
- O2 Masks ——————- Don, EMER
- Crew Communication —- Establish
- Pressurization Dump —– Push In
Smoke/Fire/Fumes:
- O2 Masks ——————- Don, 100%
- Crew Communication —- Establish
(QRC - SOPM 2-1.3)
What happens when you press the DUMP button?
- Turns Packs Off
- Recirculation Fans Off
- Opens outflow valve to maintain 2,000 FPM climb up to 12,400 ft
- When the cabin reaches 12,400 ft, the outflow valve closes. The cabin altitude may rise due to
natural leak. (AOM V2 14-02-20.5)
What is the maximum altitude for single pack operations?
31,000 ft. (SOPM 2-3.1)
What do the amber indications on the bleed pushbuttons indicate?
A leak has been detected. (AOM V2 14-02-05.3)
Are we permitted to use high pressure external air and the APU simultaneously?
No. (SOPM 2-4.3)
When will the passenger oxygen masks automatically deploy?
The masks are automatically deployed when the cabin altitude is between 14,000 – 14,750 ft. (AOM V2
14-14-15.1)
How many minutes of oxygen will the masks provide?
Standard masks will supply oxygen for approximately 12 minutes. Optional masks that supply oxygen
for 14 or 22 minutes are also available. (AOM V2 14-14-15.1)
What conditions would require the ADS probe heater switch be pressed during the preflight?
On the first flight of the day if the temperature is below -18°C (0°F), or when the temperature is below
freezing and water, ice or snow is present or suspected. (SOPM 4-1.14) (SOPM 4-1.41)
When does the probe heat come on automatically?
ADSP heat turns on automatically whenever an engine is running or the airplane is airborne. (AOM V2
14-12-10.11)
What MCDU selection should be made with regard to anti-ice if the OAT is 3 C and 010
overcast?
The TO DATASET MENU must be set to ALL. (SOPM 2-4.5)
If the MCDU is programmed REF A/I ALL, when will the engine anti- ice valves automatically
open? Wing anti-ice valves?
When the MCDU is programmed REF A/I ALL, the engine anti-ice valves automatically open after the
completion of engine start. The wing anti-ice valves are commanded open with wheel speed above 40
kts. (AOM V2 14-12-10.7)
If the flight crew selected REF A/I OFF and the aircraft encountered icing conditions immediately
after takeoff, when would the anti-ice turn on automatically?
The anti-ice system resumes normal system logic at 1700 ft AGL or 2 minutes after liftoff, whichever
occurs first. (AOM V2 14-12-10)
What are the considerations associated with a ground crew exceeding 5 knots during the
pushback?
When the pushback speed exceeds 5 kts and either hydraulic system 1 or hydraulic system 2 is
depressurization, the auto brake automatically disarms and EICAS messages BRK LH (RH) FAULT or
FAIL will display. This occurs until either the wheel speed is less than 5 kts, or the hydraulic systems
are pressurized. (SOPM 4-3.2)
What is required to generate a green light during pushback?
A Green Light is generated when:
- Steering disengaged (External Switch)
- Parking Brake not applied
- Main brake not applied (AOM V2 14-13-05.18)
What will FADEC automatically abort for during engine starts on the ground?
FADEC automatically aborts engine starts on the ground for hung starts, hot starts, and no light-off.
(AOM V2 14-06-30.9)
What is the memory item associated for an engine abnormal start?
Affected Engine:
1. Start / Stop Selector —— STOP (QRC - SOPM 02-01.3)
What are the starter duty cycles on the ground?
Start #1-2: 90 seconds ON, 10 seconds OFF
Start #3-5: 90 seconds ON, 5 minutes OFF (2-4.2)