MD-11 Flight Crew Operations Manual
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Landing Gear and Brakes -
Description and Operation
Land.10.9
An overpressure fuse will release if any main or center gear tire pressure exceeds
375 psi. On the nose gear, the fuse will release if tire pressure exceeds 330 psi.
Brake Temperatures
If any brake temperature exceeds 550°C, the BRAKE OVERHEAT alert is
displayed. The alert goes off when the overheated brake(s) cool to 450°C. Each
wheel has a thermal fuse plug that may release if the temperature exceeds 550°C.
October 02, 2006