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Message Description:

An internal fault to the FIREX Control Unit has been detected.

Possible Causes:

  • Missing 28 VDC input or ground to FIREX CU
  • Temperature is too high
  • Associated Wiring

Troubleshooting Tips:

Advisory Wire/Service Bulletin:

  • AW300-26-0249 - Landing GEAR BAY DET FAIL EICAS Message (20003 - 20500)

Forum Articles/Infoservice/Newsletter: None

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Removal of the Fire-Detection-and-Extinguishing (FIREX) Control-Unit AMM 26-11-01-000-801
Installation of the Fire-Detection-and-Extinguishing (FIREX) Control-Unit AMM 26-11-01-400-801
Wiring - Maintenance Practices - ALL SPM 20-12-00-02
Wire Repair - Maintenance Practices - ALL SPM 20-12-10-02

Troubleshooting Recommendations:

  1. Reset FIREX Control Unit (A91) circuit breakers CB5-A3, CB6-A4, CB1-A11 and CB2-A11. Check MDC for fault.

    1. If system checks are good, do close out.
    2. If fault remains, continue with next step.

  2. Measure for 28 VDC at 91P1 pins 1, 3 and 91P2 pins 1, 3. Repair as required.

    1. If system checks are good, do close out.
    2. If fault remains, continue with next step.

  3. Measure for GND signal at 91P1 pins 9, 15, 63 and 91P2 pins 9, 15, 63. Repair as required.

    1. If system checks are good, do close out.
    2. If fault remains, continue with next step.

  4. Replace FIREX control unit.
  5. Do close out.

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