Pilot's Operating Handbook
Supplement 18
Engine fire detection system
Edition 3 - December 31, 2015
Rev. 2
Page 9.18.7
SECTION 7
Description
Information hereafter supplement or replace those of the standard airplane described
in section 7 Description of the basic Pilot’s Operating Handbook when the airplane is
equipped with the option Engine fire detection system.
The engine fire detection system enables the monitoring and indication of a fire in the
engine area.
The system includes :
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7 detectors
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the test push-button
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the integrated flight deck system.
Detectors
The 7 detectors are secured on supports positioned in the most sensitive engine
areas. They consist of thermal switches detecting a temperature greater than 200
°
C.
Push-button
The push-button enables the pilot to test the detection system by opening the
grounding circuit. It is connected in series with the 7 detectors.
>> Up to S/N 1105, plus S/N 687
The FIRE TEST push-button is located on left side of left instrument panel.
>> From S/N 1106
The TEST push-button is located on upper panel.
Display
Refer to the GARMIN Integrated Flight Deck Pilot's Guide, as applicable, at its latest
revision.
SECTION 8
Handling, servicing and maintenance
Installation and operation of Engine fire detection system do not change the basic
handling, servicing and maintenance procedures of the airplane described in section
8 Handling, Servicing and Maintenance of the basic Pilot’s Operating Handbook.
PIM - DO NOT USE FOR FLIGHT OPERATIONS