EMERGENCY

ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN

PROTECTIVE MEASURE

TIME LIMITS - MAINTENANCE CHECKS - Twist grip

Checking and ensuring water-tightness of connectors on microswitches 53Ka, 53Kb and
65K (IDLE / FLIGHT modes)
Corresponds to modification 074699
ATA 76

For the attention of

AIRCRAFT Version(s)
NUMBER
CONCERNED Civil Military
AS350 05.00.77 B3
AS550 05.00.52 C3
EC130 05A014 T2

Revision No. Date of issue

Revision 0 2015-02-03
Revision 1 2015-06-15
Revision 2 2023-04-17

Summary:
The purpose of this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN is to check the connectors on microswitches 53Ka, 53Kb and
65K (IDLE/FLIGHT modes) on the twist grip and to make them water-tight.

Reason for last revision:

The purpose of this Revision 2 is to specify that the helicopters which have microswitch MP/N 10AT531-1 are not
affected with this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN.
Moreover, the format of this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN has been updated.

Compliance:
Airbus Helicopters renders compliance with this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN mandatory.

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1. PLANNING INFORMATION

1.A. EFFECTIVITY

1.A.1. Helicopters/installed equipment or parts

AS350 and AS550 helicopters equipped with the ARRIEL 2D engine (MOD 07-4302) and
that have microswitch MP/N T3933-3 on the twist grip.

EC130 helicopters equipped with the ARRIEL 2D engine and that have microswitch MP/N T3933-3 on the
twist grip.

NOTE 1

Refer to the aircraft individual inspection record (MOD record),

the equipment log cards (FMs) or the aircraft log book to identify
the actual configuration of the helicopter.

NOTE 2

Microswitches MP/N T3933-3 belong to the switch support

assembly MP/N 350A27-3244-01.

MP/N T3933-3

MICROSWITCH

1.A.2. Non-installed equipment or parts

Not applicable.

1.B. ASSOCIATED REQUIREMENTS

Not applicable.

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1.C. REASON

Revision 0:
Following a recent incident (significant loss of power in flight), which occurred during an offshore flight, the
subsequent investigations and tests revealed that the operation of the microswitches involved could be
impaired due to the environmental conditions (malfunction related to the possible presence of salt water on
the microswitch terminals).

The malfunction of a microswitch may prevent the change from "IDLE" mode to "FLIGHT" mode.

The purpose of this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN is to apply a protective varnish in order to ensure water-
tightness of the connectors of the microswitches concerned, subject of modification 074699.

Revision 1:
The purpose of Revision 1 of this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN is to give information:
- in paragraph 3.A.: compliance with the check on the copilot’s side.
- in paragraph 3.B.3.: the insulation test is not applicable between all terminals.
Revision 1 does not affect compliance with Revision 0 of this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN.

Revision 2:
The MOD 074782 replaces the microswitch MP/N T3933-3 with the microswitch MP/N 10AT531-1 and can
be complied through the ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN No. 76.00.33 (AS350) (Replacement of microswitches
53Ka, 53Kb and 65K of the engine power control) or No. 76A013 (EC130) or No. 76.00.13 (AS550).

Consequently, the purpose of this Revision 2 is to specify that the helicopters which have microswitch
MP/N 10AT531-1 are not affected with this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN.
Moreover, the format of this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN has been updated.

Revision 2 of this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN has no effect on the execution of the former revisions of this
ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN.

1.D. DESCRIPTION

- Visual inspection to make sure there is no corrosion on the microswitches.

- Electrical test and check.
- Application of protective varnish.

1.E. COMPLIANCE

1.E.1. Compliance at H/C manufacturer level

Not applicable.

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1.E.2. Compliance in service

Helicopters/installed equipment or parts:

1.E.2.a. For the helicopters concerned given in paragraph 1.A.1. and which do not embody modification 074699:

NOTE 3

Modification 074699 introduces the application of a protective

varnish in order to ensure water-tightness of the connectors of
microswitches 53Ka, 53Kb and 65K.

Comply with paragraph 3. of this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN within 10 flying hours or
7 days (the first limit reached is applicable) following compliance with Revision 0, issued
on February 3, 2015.

THEN

1) For all the helicopters concerned given in paragraph 1.A.1. which operate or have operated in salt-
laden conditions [salt-laden conditions persist when a helicopter is ship-based, based less than
1km from the coast or performs an offshore flight at low altitude (below 300m)]:

- comply with paragraph 3. of this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN at intervals not exceeding
330 flying hours or 6 months (the first limit reached is applicable).

OR

2) For all the helicopters concerned given in paragraph 1.A.1. which do not operate and have never
operated in salt-laden conditions:

- comply with paragraph 3. of this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN at intervals not exceeding
660 flying hours or 12 months (the first limit reached is applicable).

1.E.2.b. For the helicopters concerned given in paragraph 1.A.1. and which embody modification 074699

1) For the helicopters which operate or have operated in salt-laden conditions since embodiment of
modification 074699 [salt-laden conditions persist when a helicopter is ship-based, based less than
1km from the coast or performs an offshore flight at low altitude (below 300m)]:

- comply with paragraph 3. of this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN at intervals not exceeding
330 flying hours or 6 months since embodiment of modification 074699 (the first limit reached
is applicable).

OR

2) For the helicopters which do not operate and have never operated in salt-laden conditions since
embodiment of modification 074699:

- comply with paragraph 3. of this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN at intervals not exceeding
660 flying hours or 12 months since embodiment of modification 074699 (the first limit
reached is applicable).

Non-installed equipment or parts:

Not applicable.

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1.F. APPROVAL

Approval of modifications:

The technical content of this document is approved under the authority of the Design Organization Approval
ref. EASA. 21J.700.
For helicopters operated outside the terrain regulated by the EASA, the application of this document is
subject to validation provided by the responsible aviation authority of the state of registry.

The technical content of this document is approved by Airbus Helicopters Airworthiness Department for
export military versions.

1.G. MANPOWER

Qualification:
1 Avionics Technician.

Time for the operations:

4 hours.

Estimated helicopter grounding time:

half a day.

1.H. WEIGHT AND BALANCE

Not applicable.

1.I. POWER CONSUMPTION

Not applicable.

1.J. SOFTWARE UPGRADES/UPDATES

Not applicable.

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1.K. REFERENCES

These documents are necessary to comply with this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN:

For helicopters AS350 version B3

Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM):

AMM: 76-12-03,4-1A: Removal / Installation - Twist grip switch PRE MOD 074782 - ARRIEL 2B1 twist grip
AMM: 76-12-03,4-1B: Removal / Installation - Twist grip switch POST MOD 074782 - ARRIEL 2B1 twist grip
AMM: 76-12-03,5-1: Functional Tests - Twist Grip Indications

For helicopters AS550 version C3

AMM: 76-12-03, 4-1a: Removal / Installation - Twist grip switch PRE MOD 074782
AMM: 76-12-03, 4-1b: Removal / Installation - Twist grip switch POST MOD 074782
AMM: 76-12-03,5-1: Functional Tests - Twist Grip Indications

For helicopters EC130 version T2

AMM: 76-12-04,4-1A: Removal / Installation - Twist grip switches PRE MOD 077482 - ARRIEL 2D twist grip
AMM: 76-12-04,4-1B: Removal / Installation - Twist grip switches POST MOD 074782 - ARRIEL 2D twist grip
AMM: 76-12-04,5-1A: Functional Tests - Twist-Grip Indication - ARRIEL 2D twist grip

For helicopters all versions

Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM):

AMM: 24-00-00,3-1: General Instructions - Electrical System

AMM: 53-51-00,4-2: Removal / Installation - Lower Cowlings

Standard Practices Manual (MTC):

MTC: 20-04-03-103: Protection of electric and electronic circuits against corrosion - Corrosion inhibiting and
removal procedures
MTC: 20-04-03-401: General method for reconditioning corroded metal surfaces - Corrosion inhibiting and
removal procedures

Information Notices (IN):

IN: 3481-I-00: The Marketplace: an AirbusWorld eOrdering service
IN: 3785-I-00: Introduction of the digital Service Bulletin reporting service SB Insight

1.L. OTHER AFFECTED PUBLICATIONS

Not applicable.

1.M. PART INTERCHANGEABILITY OR MIXABILITY

Not applicable.

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2. EQUIPMENT OR PARTS INFORMATION

2.A. EQUIPMENT OR PARTS: PRICE - AVAILABILITY - PROCUREMENT

Price

For information about the price of the modification kits and/or components, or for aid, contact the
Airbus Helicopters Network Sales and Customer Relations Department.

Availability

Contact the Sales and Customer Relations Department to know the delivery lead time the operator's request.

Procurement

Send an order for the necessary quantities to the Airbus Helicopters Network Sales and Customer Relations
Department:

Airbus Helicopters
Etablissement de Marignane
Direction des Ventes et Relations Client
13725 MARIGNANE CEDEX
FRANCE

In the purchase order, write the information that follows:

- The mode of transport
- The destination
- The serial numbers of the helicopters to change.

2.B. LOGISTIC INFORMATION

For any information concerning technical support, contact the Sales and Customer Relations Department of
the Airbus Helicopters network.

For any technical information, contact the Technical Support Department of Airbus Helicopters:
Fax: +33 (0)4 42 85 99 66
Email: Avionics.Technical-Support@eurocopter.com

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2.C. EQUIPMENT OR PARTS REQUIRED PER HELICOPTER/COMPONENT

Consumables to be ordered separately:

Refer to the Work Cards and Tasks specified in this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN and the list below:

Former Part
Material P/N Qty Item Designation Instruction
Number

E0718-00-30 A/R 10 Transparent heat shrink

sheath

E0718-02-30 A/R 11 Transparent heat shrink

sheath

ECS2228.10 A/R 12 Vernelec 43022 varnish

or equivalent

You can order the consumables from the AirbusWorld Marketplace through e-ordering (IN No. 3481-I-00).
If you cannot get access to e-ordering, please contact your Logistic Focal Point.

Special tools:

Designation Qty Part Number Item

Megohmmeter 1 Off the shelf zz

Ohmmeter 1 Off the shelf yy

2.D. EQUIPMENT OR PARTS TO BE RETURNED

Not applicable.

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3. ACCOMPLISHMENT INSTRUCTIONS

3.A. GENERAL

CAUTION

APPLY THE ROTOR BRAKE TO PREVENT ANY RISK OF

STARTING.

Read and comply with the general instructions as per AMM Task 24-00-00, 3-1.
Carry out the check described below, on the pilot’s and/or copilot’s side according to the helicopter version.

3.B. WORK STEPS

3.B.1. Visual inspection of the microswitches (Figure 1)

3.B.1.a. Removal of fairings

- Remove the forward lower fairing as per AMM Task 53-51-00, 4-2.
- Remove the protective cover (b).

3.B.1.b. Visual inspection (Figure 1)

- Inspect the wiring side of microswitches (c), (d) and (e) in order to ensure that there are no marks,
residues, corrosion or flaky varnish (DETAIL A - Figure 1).
- If there are marks, residues, corrosion or flaky varnish, comply with paragraph 3.B.2.
- If there are no marks, residues, corrosion or flaky varnish, comply with paragraph 3.B.3.

3.B.2. Procedure in the event of marks, residues or corrosion (Figures 1, 2, 3 and 4)

- Disconnect the electrical connector 87DELTAP1 (a).

- Loosen and mechanically remove the microswitch(es) concerned as per AMM Task 76-12-03,4-1A or
76-12-03,4-1B or 76-12-03, 4-1 or Task 76-12-04,4-1A or 76-12-04,4-1B.
- For each microswitch, note the position of the wires on the terminals.
- Remove and discard the sheath.
- Remove any varnish present.
- Unsolder the wires.
- Clean the wire side as per MTC Work Card 20-04-03-401 or 20-04-03-103.

As per Figure 3:
- Strip and tin the wires over a length of 4mm: Detail B.
- Position two pieces of sheath: one 10mm piece of sheath (10) and one 8mm piece of sheath (11): Detail B.
- Preform the wire strands into a hook shape: Detail C.
- Position the preformed wire strands in the contact hole of the microswitch: Detail D.
- Solder using a soldering iron set to 340°C (tolerance -15°C to +30°C): Detail E.
- In order to protect them from corrosion, apply varnish (12) with a brush to (See Diagram - Figure 4):
. the soldered points of the electrical terminals,
. the unused terminals,
. the microswitch “heels” (area where the terminals are located).
- Comply with MTC Work Card 20-04-03-103 without oven-drying the component: Detail E.
- Allow to dry until the varnish hardens.
- Position the sheath (10) against the soldered area and shrink fit it: Detail E.
- Position the sheath (11) against the microswitch over sheath (10) and shrink fit it: Detail F.

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 CAUTION

WHEN INSTALLING THE MICROSWITCH (C, D) AND (E),

TORQUE-TIGHTEN TO A VALUE BETWEEN 0.25 AND
0.3 N.M (2.21 - 2.65 IN.LB).

- If necessary, install the microswitch(es) concerned as per AMM Task 76-12-03,4-1A or 76-12-03,4-1B or
76-12-03, 4-1 or Task 76-12-04,4-1A or 76-12-04,4-1B.
- Carry out an insulation test as per paragraph 3.B.3.

3.B.3. Insulation test (Figure 2)

- If not previously disconnected, disconnect electrical connector 87DELTAP1 (a).

- Carry out an electrical insulation test at 50 volts using a megohmmeter (zz) connected between:
. the housing of microswitch 53Ka and terminals A and B of connector 87DELTAP1.
. the housing of microswitch 53Kb and terminals D and F of connector 87DELTAP1.
. the housing of microswitch 65K and terminals D and E of connector 87DELTAP1.

Interpretation of the results:

a) If the values displayed are higher than or equal to 10MΩ, comply with paragraph 3.B.4.

b) If the values displayed are less than 10MΩ:

 Replace the microswitch(es) concerned according to the procedure described in Appendix 4.A.
 Comply with paragraph 3.B.4.

3.B.4. Checking the IDLE and FLIGHT controls on the pilot’s and copilot’s twist grips (Figure 2)

- If not previously disconnected, disconnect electrical connector 87DELTAP1 (a).

- Connect an ohmmeter (yy) to the terminals A and B of connector 87DELTAP1.
- Turn the twist grip from "IDLE" to "FLIGHT" and from "FLIGHT" to "IDLE":
. Check on the ohmmeter (yy) that the microswitch closes in the "IDLE" position and opens as soon as the
twist grip is turned from the “IDLE” position to the "FLIGHT" position.
. If the check result is not correct, replace the microswitches concerned by carrying out the procedure
described in Appendix 4.A.
- Disconnect the ohmmeter (yy) and connect it to the terminals D and F of connector 87DELTAP1.
- Turn the twist grip from "IDLE" to "FLIGHT" and from "FLIGHT" to "IDLE":
. Check on the ohmmeter (yy) that the microswitch closes in the "IDLE" position and opens as soon as the
twist grip is turned from the “IDLE” position to the "FLIGHT" position.
. If the check result is not correct, replace the microswitches concerned by carrying out the procedure
described in Appendix 4.A.
- Disconnect the ohmmeter (yy) and connect it to the terminals D and E of connector 87DELTAP1.
- Turn the twist grip from "IDLE" to "FLIGHT" and from "FLIGHT" to "IDLE":
. Check on the ohmmeter (yy) that the microswitch is open in the "FLIGHT" position and closes as soon as
the twist grip is turned from the "FLIGHT" position to the “IDLE” position.
. If the check result is not correct, replace the microswitch concerned by carrying out the procedure
described in Appendix 4.A.
- Disconnect the ohmmeter (yy).
- Connect the electrical connector 87DELTAP1 (a).

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 - According to the case, carry out the procedure defined in the table below:

Compliance with Replacement of

Required procedure
paragraph 3.B.2 microswitch
YES NO Comply with paragraph 3.B.6.

YES YES Comply with paragraph 3.B.6.

PRE MOD 074699, comply with paragraph 3.B.5.
NO NO
POST MOD 074699, comply with paragraph 3.B.6.
NO YES Comply with paragraph 3.B.6.

3.B.5. Application of varnish (Figure 4)

- Apply varnish (12) with a brush to (See Diagram - Figure 4):

- the soldered points of the electrical terminals,
- the unused terminals,
- the microswitch “heels” (area where the terminals are located).
- Comply with MTC Work Card 20-04-03-103 without oven-drying the component: Detail E.
- Allow to dry until the varnish hardens.
- Comply with paragraph 3.B.6.

3.B.6. Tests

- Install the protective cover (b) Figure 2.

- Install the forward lower fairing as per AMM Task 53-51-00, 4-2.
- Conduct the operational tests and indicating tests of the twist grip as per AMM Task 76-12-04, 5-1 or
Task 76-12-04,5-1A.

3.C. RECORD OF COMPLIANCE

Compliance with this document:

- Record the full compliance with this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN, with the revision number, in the
helicopter documents.

- Record the compliance with this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN (see IN 3785-I-00 for instructions):
QR-Code or hypertext link

NOTE

The recording of compliance with

ALERT SERVICE BULLETINS in the SB insight tool does
not replace the recording in the helicopter documents.

EASB EC130 05A014

Tracking of modifications in the documentation:

Record the embodiment of modification 07-4699 in the helicopter documents upon first compliance with this
document.

3.D. OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Not applicable.

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4. APPENDIX

4.A. PROCEDURE FOR REPLACING A MICROSWITCH

 If not previously disconnected, disconnect electrical connector 87DELTAP1 (a).

 Loosen and mechanically remove the microswitch concerned as per AMM Task 76-12-03,4-1A or
76-12-03,4-1B or 76-12-03, 4-1 or Task 76-12-04,4-1A or 76-12-04,4-1B.
 Note the position of the wires on the terminals.
 Remove and discard the sheath.
 Remove any varnish present.
 Unsolder the wires.
 Clean the wire side as per MTC Work Card 20.04.03.401 or 20.04.03.103.
 Install a new microswitch.
 Note the position of the wires on the terminals.
 Remove and discard the sheath.
 Remove any varnish present.
 Unsolder the wires.

As per Figure 3:
 Strip and tin the wires over a length of 4mm: Detail B.
 Position two pieces of sheath: one 10mm piece of sheath (10) and one 8mm piece of sheath (11):
Detail B.
 Preform the wire strands into a hook shape: Detail C.
 Position the preformed wire strands in the contact hole of the microswitch: Detail D.
 Solder using a soldering iron set to 340°C (tolerance -15°C to +30°C): Detail E.
 In order to protect them from corrosion, apply varnish (12) with a brush to (See Diagram - Figure 4):
- the soldered points of the electrical terminals,
- the unused terminals,
- the microswitch “heels” (area where the terminals are located).
Comply with MTC Work Card 20.04.03.103 without oven-drying the component: Detail E.
 Allow to dry until the varnish hardens.
 Position the sheath (10) against the soldered area and shrink fit it: Detail E.
 Position the sheath (11) against the microswitch over sheath (10) and shrink fit it: Detail F.

CAUTION

WHEN INSTALLING THE MICROSWITCH, TORQUE-

TIGHTEN TO A VALUE BETWEEN 0.25 AND
0.3 N.M (2.21 - 2.65 IN.LB).

 Install the microswitches concerned as per AMM Task 76-12-03,4-1A or 76-12-03,4-1B or

76-12-03, 4-1 or Task 76-12-04,4-1A or 76-12-04,4-1B.
 Carry out an electrical insulation test as per paragraph 3.B.3.
 Connect the electrical connector 87DELTAP1 (a).

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0.25 - 0.3
2.21 - 2.65 b
A

DETAIL A
Figure 1

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 Figure 2: Electrical continuity test of microswitches 53Ka, 53Kb and 65K

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D E
12

F
Figure 3

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T E
8 3 1 4 1

1 4 2

Figure 4

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