AIRPLANE
OPERATIONS
MANUAL
FIRE PROTECTION
JANUARY 21, 2002
2-07-05
Page
1
Code
01
GENERAL
The fire protection system consists of fire/overheat detection and
extinguishing for the engines and APU.
The detection system provides visual and aural means of detecting a
localized fire or general overheating. Monitoring circuitry is provided to
continuously check the fire detection/extinguishing system and to
signal the EICAS in case of failure.
The baggage compartment is provided with a smoke detection system.
The class “C” baggage compartment is provided with a fire
extinguishing system.
In addition, the lavatory compartment is equipped with a dedicated
smoke detection system and the lavatory waste container is equipped
with a fire extinguishing system.
Extinguisher bottles are installed to extinguish the fire in the airplane’s
engines, APU, baggage compartment and lavatory waste container.
Portable halon fire extinguishers installed at the front and rear of the
airplane can be used to extinguish small fires in the cockpit or main
cabin area. A single water extinguisher is an additional option.
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