Fig. 2.3 CD-300 - overview Fig. 2.4 CD-300 - overhead view (dimensions in mm) Fig. 2.5 CD-300 - side view BANK1 / LH (dimensions in mm) P/N: 06-7200-K0001 Fig. 2.6 CD-300 - gearbox side view (dimensions in mm) P/N: 06-7200-K0001 Fig.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Maintenance Schedules Fig. 6.12 Replacing the V-Ribbed Belt Fig. 6.13 Inspecting the Oil and Fuel System for Leakage Fig. 6.14 Inspecting the Cooling System for Leakage Fig. 6.15 Exchanging the Engine Oil Fig. 6.16 Exchanging the Engine Oil Filter Fig.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 List of Revisions Document No. Issue/Rev. Remark Date Approved by Issue 1 / Revision -: 06-OM-00-00 first release 15.05.2014 Hartung 06-OM-01-01 first release 15.05.2014 Hartung 06-OM-02-01 first release 15.05.2014 Hartung 06-OM-03-01 first release 15.05.2014...
Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Preliminary Remarks The chapter numbering of the footer is different to the chapter numbering of the remaining manual. refers to the section of the chapter Fig. 0.1 Explanation of the chapter numbering system...
Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Introduction This Operation and Maintenance Manual contains basic information related to the proper operation of the engine in various situations and under different conditions. It also contains instructions for maintenance. The information and descriptions of components and systems in this manual were correct at the time of publication.
Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Packaging and Transport The engine has been packaged at the factory for transport as follows: • Wrapped on a support in a wooden crate The package should be kept for re-use in a possible future shipment.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Qualifications of the Operating and Maintenance Personnel Maintenance work should only be performed by persons authorized through the competent authority of the respective country. In order to ensure a high quality standard for our product,...
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 1.12 Safety Information WARNING: Any Aircraft Engine Ground Run must be conducted in a secure area that is protected from the unauthorized movement of personnel! Any rotating propeller is a potential safety hazard that can cause severe personal injuries or even death! •...
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 • The CD-300 engine must only be taken into operation by persons who are familiar with the corresponding manuals and who have the required level of authorization. • Only the approved equipment must be used. The use of any unapproved equipment absolves the manufacturer from any liability.
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Description and Dimensions of the Engine Engine Designation Centurion 3.0 (sales name CD-300) Description and Standard Production Version The CD-300 is a liquid-cooled V6-cylinder-four-stroke diesel engine with Double Overhead Camshaft. The valves are actuated by cam follower. The direct diesel-injection engine operates based on the common-rail technique and is turbocharged....
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CD-300 OM-06-01 Ground/ Flight-Idle Option The CD-300 can be equipped with an ground/ flight idle option. The ground/ flight idle function reduce idle power and idle thrust on ground and ensured the operability of the FADEC-Test at airfields with an elevation from 6,000ft up to 10,000ft.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Technical Data Note: All speed-related data in the Operation and Maintenance Manual refer to propeller speed unless explicitly specified as engine speeds. Note: The performance and operational data refer to sea level at 15°C and 0% relative humidity.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Operational Data Speeds: Idling speed..............660 rpm Oil pressure: Normal operating pressure.......... 2.3 - 7 bar min. 2.0 bar / max. 7.5 bar 3.5 bar at rpm > 1800 (prop) Oil temperature: Optimum operating temperature ....approx. 50°C - 115°C min.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Operation Limits Min. oil temperature OT (starting) ........-25°C Min. oil temperature OT (opening up) ........50°C Max. oil temperature OT ............125°C Min. coolant temperature CT (starting) .......-25°C Min. coolant temperature CT (opening up) ......60°C Max. coolant temperature CT..........105°C Min.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Fuel / Oil / Coolant CAUTION: Use of non-approved fuels / oil / coolant can lead to dangerous malfunctions of the engine. Fuel: ............JET A-1 (ASTM D 1655) ..............JET A (ASTM D 1655) .............Jet Fuel No.3 (GB 6537-2018)
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 WARNING: If the ice flocculation point of the coolant is outside the specified range, the full anti-corrosion and anti-freeze protection is possibly not guaranteed. If the freezing point is outside this range the coolant has to be exchanged.
Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Power Curve The values refer to 0% relative humidity. Fig. 3.11 Power curve Chapter: 06-OM-03-01 Issue: Issue Date: 06.04.2020 Page: Rev. No.: Content: Rev. Date: 16.06.2022...
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Operation WARNING: No coolant loss may occur during operation! Any coolant loss must immediately be followed by a technical inspection by an authorized person. Coolant loss could result in engine malfunction, which can lead to engine failure! ...
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Engine Warm-up • Allow the engine to warm up for approximately 2 minutes at idle speed. • Then increase the propeller speed to 1100 rpm until the oil temperature and gearbox oil temperature has reached 50°C and the coolant temperature has reached 60°C.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Note: If the test button is released before the self-test is completed, the FADEC immediately switches to normal mode. Note: While switching from one FADEC to another, it is normal to hear and feel a momentary surge of the engine.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 4.4.2 Engine test run for maintenance purposes Note: Make sure that the Force B switch is in the automatic position. Warm-up (in accordance with Section 4.3, Page 2 of this Chapter): • Allow the engine to warm up for approximately 2 minutes at idle speed / ground idle (if ground Idle option implemented).
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 4.4.3 FADEC-Warning In case of a FADEC-warning, one or both FADEC warning lamps are flashing. If the "FADEC" test button then is pressed for at least 2 seconds, the following possibilities will occur: Low Risk Warning The blinking warning lamps will extinguish if it is a low risk warning.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 - T Air ................High or Low - T Air max. tolerated difference FADEC A/B....Exceeded - T FADEC-Box max. tolerated difference FADEC A/B . Exceeded - T FADEC_Box ............High or Low - T Gear............... High or Low - T Gear max.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Takeoff and climb Takeoff • Smoothly move the load selector Full Forward. Note: If the oil and / or water temperature approach their respective upper limits during the climb, reduce climb angle for better cooling, if possible.
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Sec. 43.16 and 91.403 of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations unless an alternative program has been FAA approved. Airworthiness Limitations For the CD-300 engine series no airworthiness limitations are specified. Any changes to this section have to be approved by the local airworthiness authority. Chapter:...
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The specified maintenance schedule applies to all aircraft regardless of type and ensures the reliability of the engine. The maintenance work on CD-300 engines must be carried out after specific time intervals or upon reaching a specific number of operating hours. It is recommended that a "Pre-flight inspection"...
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 "Pre-flight Check" • All switches - "OFF" • Check the engine oil level (refer to OM-06-01, Chapter 3, Section 3.5, Page 4 of this Manual) CAUTION: By checking the engine oil level make sure that the oil dipstick is screwed in completely to receive a correct result of the oil quantity.
Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Maintenance Actions WARNING: Under extreme conditions such as low usage combined with operation in a salt-water environment, or in a a very dusty or sandy environment, shorter maintenance and inspection intervals are recommended for your own safety.
Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Interval (Engine operation hours) Maintenance Actions Visual Inspection Exhaust System x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x Visual Inspection Engine Mounts...
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Interval (Engine operation hours) Maintenance Actions Inspection of Dual Mass Flywheel (refer to RM-06-01) Exchange Fuel Feed Pump (refer to Annex 15, Page 24 of this Chapter) Exchange High Pressure Fuel Pump (refer to Annex 11, Page 19 of this Chapter)
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Annex 1 Replacing the V-Ribbed Belt Replace the V-ribbed belt in accordance with the instructions in RM-06-01. Please send the V-ribbed belt back to Continental Aerospace Technologies GmbH. Fig. 6.12 Replacing the V-Ribbed Belt...
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Annex 2 Inspecting the Oil and Fuel System for Leakage This is a visual inspection. Check all pipes, pipe joints, supply connections and engine housing separation points (e.g. cylinder head gasket, cylinder head cover gasket) for leakage, seepage points and correct routing.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Annex 3 Inspecting the Cooling System for Leakage This is a visual inspection. The pipes, pipe joints and supply connections are inspected for leakage and seepage points. WARNING: No leakage and seepage points are permitted! No coolant loss...
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Annex 4 Engine Test Run Check the starting behavior: CAUTION: Avoid operating the starter for more than 10 seconds, as the starter will otherwise overheat. • Start the engine according to Chapter 4, Section 4.2, Page 1 of this Manual.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Annex 5 Exchanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter • Allow the engine to warm up • Drain the engine oil Note: A sample of the oil and the used oil filter must be labeled, stored...
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 • Replace the oil filter Remove the screw cap with the oil filter cartridge. Check the oil filter cartridge for swarf and other signs of abrasion (e.g. from the bearings). Contact the engine manufacturer if any are found.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 • Allow the engine to warm up for approximately 2 minutes at idle speed / ground idle (if ground idle option implemented). • Check the engine oil level via the oil dipstick. Note: The engine oil level can vary, because of returning engine oil.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Annex 6 Cleaning the Engine The engine must be cleaned with care. If leakage points are found, their positions must be clearly identified before they are cleaned. The engine must be cleaned only when it is cooled down.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Annex 7 Checking the FADEC Sensors This is a visual inspection. Check whether the plug connections of the sensors are firmly in place. In addition, the wiring harness has to be checked for indications of abrasion. ...
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Annex 8 Exchanging the Gearbox Oil The gearbox oil should be exchanged preferably when the engine is warmed up: Oil quantity for initial fill: ......1.8 liter (plus the volume of the hose system and the propeller) Oil quantity for oil change:.....1.3 liter (plus the volume...
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Remove the filler screw and fill up the new gearbox oil. The level of the gearbox oil must be visible through the inspection glass. Refit the filler screw, installing a new oil seal in the process.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Annex 9 Checking the Gearbox Oil Level The level of the gearbox oil must be visible through the oil inspection glass. CAUTION: Only gearbox oil may be used as specified in Chapter 3, Section 3.5, Page 4 of this Manual.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Annex 11 Replacing the High-Pressure Pump Replace the high-pressure pump in accordance with the instructions in RM-06-01. Please send the old pump back to Continental Aerospace Technologies GmbH. Fig. 6.20 Replacing the High-Pressure Pump...
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Annex 12 FADEC Software Update The FADEC can be updated to the latest version of the software (both Firmware and Mapping) in the field. The software update is performed without mechanical intervention with the aid of the...
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 c) Wait until the new Firmware and the programming are transferred. Program the Mapping for ECU A a) In the ECU Operator select "Program Table", then select ECU A. b) Select the Mapping file specified in the description sheet.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Annex 13 Exchanging the Coolant WARNING: Risk of scalding! The cooling system may be pressurized. Carefully release the pressure before opening the drain plug. CAUTION: Do not drain the coolant if its temperature is above 40°C.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Annex 14 Replacing the Gearbox Replace the gearbox in accordance with the instructions in RM-06-01. Please send the old gearbox back to Continental Aerospace Technologies GmbH. Fig. 6.22 Replacing the Gearbox Chapter: 06-OM-06-01 Issue: Issue Date: 06.04.2020...
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Annex 15 Replacing the Fuel-Feed Pump Replace the fuel-feed pump in accordance with the instructions in RM-06-01. Please send the old feed pump back to Continental Aerospace Technologies GmbH. Fig. 6.23 Replacing the Fuel-Feed Pump...
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Annex 16 Replace the Alternators Replace the alternators in accordance with the instructions in RM-06-01. Please send the old alternators back to Continental Aerospace Technologies GmbH. Fig. 6.24 Replace the Alternators Chapter: 06-OM-06-01 Issue: Issue Date: 06.04.2020...
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Annex 17 Engine was not started for up to 6 months If the monthly engine run was not possible for up to 6 months, carry out the following work: • Endoscopy / boroscopy of the combustion chambers...
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Annex 18 Perform an Engine Oil Analysis The following limit values must be observed, otherwise contact Continental Aerospace Technologies GmbH. Ingredient Unit Threshold value Standard Iron mg/kg ASTM D6595 Chrome mg/kg ASTM D6595 Aluminum...
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Emergency Procedures CAUTION: If the FADEC has been operated by the battery only, a temporary decrease of the rotational speed is possible by switching on the alternator! In any case leave the alternator switched on! ...
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Engine System Malfunction Note: The FADEC system consists of two components that are independent of each other: FADEC A and FADEC B. In case of malfunctions in the active FADEC, it automatically switches to the other.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Re-Start after Engine Failure Try to determine the reason for engine malfunction. Note: The propeller probably continues to windmill. A stopped propeller may indicate a major mechanical defect. In this case use starter assisted restart with extreme caution.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Air in the Fuel System (During Flight) Move the fuel tank selector to a tank with sufficient fuel Electric fuel pump (if installed) - "ON" Engage the starter WARNING: If there is air in the fuel system, the engine stalls within a few seconds.
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Change of Hands FOBL E8-01 Change of Hands Continental Aerospace Technologies GmbH Platanenstraße 14 D-09356 St. Egidien GERMANY Dear Engine Owner, To enable a smooth supply of instructions for continued airworthiness, we kindly request you to fill out this form, when you sell your engine or aircraft. Please send this form by e-mail, fax or post to Continental Aerospace Technologies GmbH.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Engine Maintenance Checklist - After the 3rd - 6th operating hour General Enter the applicable data in the blocks below: Engine Type Designation: Serial number: Hours, TTSN/STSO: Aircraft Manufacturer: Type: Registration: Operating Hours:...
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Inspection Items Initials Visual inspection of the v-ribbed belt (refer to Chapter 6, Annex 1 of this Manual) Exchange the gearbox oil filter w/o Oil Change (refer to Chapter 6, Annex 8 of this Manual) Perform an engine test run with Data Read-out according to Chapter 4, Section 4.4.2, Page 5 of this Manual, read out the FADEC.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Engine Maintenance Checklist - General General Enter the applicable data in the blocks below: Engine Type Designation: Serial number: Hours, TTSN/STSO: Aircraft Manufacturer: Type: Registration: Operating Hours: Check (100, 200, 300, 400hr..., Annual Inspection)
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Interval (Engine operation hours) Maintenance Actions Visual Inspection Air Filter Replace Air Filter Visual Inspection Hoses and Pipes x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x...
Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Interval (Engine operation hours) Maintenance Actions Replace Fuel Filter x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x (refer to the aircraft manufacturer's specifications)
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Operation & Maintenance Manual CD-300 OM-06-01 Interval (Engine operation hours) Maintenance Actions Replace Engine Engine Test Run with Data Read-out (refer to Chapter 6, Annex 4 of this Manual) x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x...
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