REAR HEATER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR HEATER KIT, P/N CD12031K9
Piper PA-31P Pressurized Navajo · Weight And Balance
Overview
This document provides detailed installation instructions for the C&D Associates, Inc. rear heater kit designed for various models of the Piper PA-31 series, including the PA-31P Pressurized Navajo. It outlines the necessary preparations, installation steps, and operational checks required to successfully install the heater system. The instructions emphasize adherence to FAA regulations and the importance of ensuring that the aircraft conforms to its original Type Certificate. The document also includes a section on weight and balance considerations related to the installation of the new heater, ensuring that pilots and maintenance personnel can maintain compliance with safety standards.
- The new heater kit weighs 43 lbs and must be accounted for in the aircraft's weight and balance calculations.
- Installation must comply with FAA regulations and the aircraft's original Type Certificate.
- Operational checks after installation include verifying the heater's functionality and checking for fuel leaks.
- A weight and balance check is mandatory if the old heater is removed.
- Documentation such as FAA Form 337 must be completed and recorded in the aircraft's logbook.
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In this document
Preparation
The preparation section outlines the steps necessary before installing the heater, including removing existing components and ensuring the right fuel shut-off is closed. It emphasizes following the Aircraft Service Manual for any existing heater removal.
Installation
This section details the plumbing and electrical installation of the heater. It includes specific instructions on routing fuel lines and electrical wiring, as well as the installation of the fuel pump and heater mount.
Operation Check
After installation, an operational check is required. This includes verifying that the ventilation fan and combustion air motor are operational, checking for fuel leaks, and ensuring the heater fires correctly.
Weight & Balance
The document specifies that if the old heater is removed, its weight must be verified and recorded. The new heater kit weighs 43 lbs and is installed aft of the rear cabin bulkhead. A weight and balance check is required, along with the completion of FAA Form 337.
Documentation and Parts Requirement
This section lists the necessary documentation and parts required for the installation, including FAA/PMA supplements and specific part numbers for the heater kit components.
Safety notes
- Ensure all wiring and plumbing are completed in accordance with AC43.13-1B standards to prevent safety hazards during operation.
- Use extreme caution when drilling into the fuselage to avoid damaging the aircraft structure.
Full document text
IN12031K9 Page 1 of 6 11/22/01 Rev E dated 9/22/15 302 POST ROAD, BUCHANAN, MI 49107 USA PH: 269-695-7469 FX: 269-695-6004 WEB: www.CDaircraftheaters.com EMAIL: sales@aircraftheater.com REAR HEATER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR HEATER KIT, P/N CD12031K9 For Piper PA-31, PA-31-300, PA-31-350, 31-325 READ COMPLETE INSTRUCTIONS AND VIEW DRAWING CD12031K9 PAGES 1-4 BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION This system has been built to be installed on an aircraft that conforms to that aircrafts original Type Certificate (TC). If aircraft has been modified from the original TC (modifications such as props, engines, fuel system etc.) contact C&D Associates, Inc. for possible adjustments to this installation. Accomplish all wiring in accordance with AC43.13-1B Chapter 11, Electrical Systems. Accomplish all plumbing in accordance with AC43.13-1B Chapter 8, Section 2, par. 8-31. LOG OF REVISIONS Rev. Description Pages Revised Date E Reformatted, updated Op test after install section All 9/22/15 1. PREPARATION 1.1. Heater Removal: Follow the Aircraft Service Manual or other FAA approved source for removal of the existing combustion heater if installed. 1.2. Shut off (close) the right fuel shut off. Remove the flooring and forward lower wing root ferring from the right side of the aircraft to allow the fuel pump, fuel line and wiring to be installed. For the heater installation, remove the cabin aft bulkhead. Distance will vary from straight Navajo to Chieftain. Not all clamps or brackets supplied in kit are needed for straight Navajo. 1.3. Install the C&D Associates, Inc. TSO-C20 Approved Combustion Heater utilizing the existing Aircraft Service Manual or other FAA approved source where applicable. 2. INSTALLATION 2.1. Plumbing and Electrical Installation: (See Drawing CD12031K9 pg 4 of 4) 2.1.1. Plumbing: Clamp fuel line as required per AC 43.13-1B chapter 8 section 2 paragraph 8-31 • Install as indicated in drawing 4 of 4. Begin the fuel line with an elbow just aft of the main spar. Route as indicated under the floor, through the lightning holes, past the rear cabin bulkhead, approximately 3’. 2.1.2. Electrical wiring: In accordance with AC43.13-1B Chapter 11 Section 8 paragraph 11-96. • Along the fuel line, route the electrical wires above the fuel line. Leaving approximately 3’ to work with, place two yellow 16G, one blue 14G and one white 14G wire from the new heater area under the floor to IN12031K9 Page 2 of 6 11/22/01 Rev E dated 9/22/15 302 POST ROAD, BUCHANAN, MI 49107 USA PH: 269-695-7469 FX: 269-695-6004 WEB: www.CDaircraftheaters.com EMAIL: sales@aircraftheater.com the new heater switch location. Also one white 16G wire from the new heater area to the rear of the main spar and down under to the new fuel pump location in the wing root location. Fasten the new fuel line and wires as indicated on the drawing on pg 4 of 4, view F-F and G-G. NOTE: Hanger item 25 is not used at main spar station 140.00. 2.2. Fuel Pump: (See Drawing CD12031K9 pg 4 View D-D and E-E) 2.2.1. Install the fuel pump, removable filter cap forward, as indicated, straddling the skin overlap (view D-D). Use the pump mounting legs as a template. CAUTION: When drilling the 3/8” mount holes in the fuselage use extreme caution that damage is not caused when penetrating the hull. Insert the two shock fasteners, item 31 into the holes and fasten the pump with ground wire using Items 32, 33 and 34. 2.2.2. Install a ground wire from the lower leg of the pump to the airframe. Connect the 16G white wire, run previously, to the pump. 2.2.3. Confirm that the right fuel shut off near the pilot seat is closed. Remove the 45º elbow from the shut off valve in the right wing root area just forward of the main spar. Install the new elbow P/N 22063, item 28 with the #4 nipple facing inboard. Reconnect the fuel line running to the sump (view E-E). 2.2.4. Fabricate one fuel line from the fuel shut off #4 nipple in the elbow (item 28) to the inlet of the pump. 2.2.5. Fabricate one fuel line from the pump outlet to the 90º elbow AN821-4D located aft of the main spar installed earlier. Fasten as indicated on drawing pg 4, view E-E with clamp (items 14, 15 and 16). Before flaring both ends install hose item 59 onto the fuel line. Position the hose as indicated in view E-E to protect the fuel line from chafing the bottom of the main spar and the wing root ferring area when installed. 2.3. Heater Mount Installation: (See Drawing CD12031K9 pg 1) • The main heater mount consists of four primary parts. Item 1 P/N 24012 left frame support, Item 2 P/N 24011 right frame support, Item 3 P/N 24014 front connecting plate, and Item 4 P/N 24010 rear connecting plate. 2.3.1. Install the right frame (Item 2) just outside of the existing stringer at BL 5.8. Slide the frame forward all the way flush with the aircraft frame at station 274.00 and hold in place with temporary fasteners. Using flush rivets secure the frame to the skin at 1” increments. Replace the temporary fasteners with #4 cherry rivets (item 46). Fasten the rear strap to the aft side of station 296.00 using three #4 cherry rivets (item 46). 2.3.2. Position items 1, 3 and 4 in place using temporary fasteners. Secure Item 1 to existing frame at station 274 using #4 cherry rivets. Secure front plate and rear plate using rivets item 13 as indicated. 2.3.3. Complete the heater mount installation by installing item 54 P/N 24015, frame extension. Place fully aft, against station 296.00 bulkhead frame and rivet, using three #4 cherry rivets (item 46), into station 296.00 bulkhead. Rivet frame extension to left frame support (item 1) using item 13. 2.4. Exhaust Hole Installation: • Place a 2 ¾” exhaust hole in the skin of the aircraft. Center the hole 5 ¾” aft of the bulkhead station 274.0 and 6 ¼” outboard of the right frame support P/N 24011 (item 2). 2.5. Combustion Air Inlet: • Install combustion air inlet adapter P/N 21356 (item 5) to the left side of left support frame, P/N 24012
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(item 1). Center a hole 1.375 diameter between left frame support and next stringer, 3” aft of existing frame at station 274.00. With the scarf forward, rivet P/N 21356 (item 5) into place with to six equally spaced counter sunk rivets (item 60). IN12031K9 Page 3 of 6 11/22/01 Rev E dated 9/22/15 302 POST ROAD, BUCHANAN, MI 49107 USA PH: 269-695-7469 FX: 269-695-6004 WEB: www.CDaircraftheaters.com EMAIL: sales@aircraftheater.com 2.6. Drain Line Hole: • Install a 7/16” hole 6 ¾” aft of station 274.00 centered between the left support frame and next stringer to the left side of airframe. Install grommet (item 20). 2.7. Inlet and Outlet Plenum: • Mount as indicated in drawing CD12031K9 pg 2 of 4. Clearance holes for rivnuts are required in referenced bulkhead mainframe as indicated in view of section C-C for both out and in plenum mounting. Fasten in each location using three blind rivets (item 36). 2.8. Heater Installation: 2.8.1. Place the new heater assembly into position. Fasten using two 6” clamps, (item 6) around the heater and flanges on frames. 2.8.2. Drain connection and routing as indicated on page 1 of drawing. Bend as needed for clearance. Connect drain hose (item 18) from fuel box to drain line (item 19) using small tie wraps. 2.8.3. Install 4” black Ceet hose (item 9) to inlet of heater and fasten with two 4” clamps (item 7) 2.8.4. Connect 4” red Sceet hose (item 8) to outlet plenum (item 11) and upper distribution box with 4” clamps (item 7) 2.8.5. 1 ½” diameter combustion air hose (item 61) from combustion air blower inlet to adapter in skin (item 5). Clamp with two clamps (item 17). Fasten hose, as indicated, using tie wrap (item 55). 2.8.6. Fuel Line Connection: • Route the fuel line under heater, outboard of right frame support to heater fuel box. Fasten to right support frame with clamp (item 25) and hanger (item 26) 2.8.7. Electrical Hook Up: • Route wires, previously run, up the right support, clamp as indicated to frame. Fasten to the heater terminal strip. Blue 14G wire from switch to terminal #6 using blue #6 ilet (item 44). White 14G wire from switch to terminal #1 using blue #6 ilet (item 44). White 16G wire from fuel pump to terminal #2 using red #6 ilet (item 45). The two remaining yellow wires connect to the two wires on the thermostat. Connect a ground wire from terminal #5 to the right support frame. IN12031K9 Page 4 of 6 11/22/01 Rev E dated 9/22/15 302 POST ROAD, BUCHANAN, MI 49107 USA PH: 269-695-7469 FX: 269-695-6004 WEB: www.CDaircraftheaters.com EMAIL: sales@aircraftheater.com 2.9. Control Switch Installation: 2.9.1. Install as indicated in drawing CD12031K9, pg 3 of 4. Install the control switch (items 47, 48 and 49) in a convenient location near existing heater controls. Assure that the area behind the switch has adequate clearance. Interconnect previously installed wire harness to new rear heater switch using same wire color- coding. 2.9.2. Circuit breaker installation as indicated in view 1, 2, 4 and 5. 3. Operation Check: 3.1. Return right fuel shut off to on position. With master switch on, turn the heater control to first position “Fan.” Verify the ventilation fan is operational. Airflow out of the top outlet. 3.2. Heater Control Switch to next position “Heat.” Verify that the ventilation fan is still operational and that the combustion air motor is operating with airflow out the exhaust. Check for voltage at the heater terminal strip numbers 1, 2 and 6. Terminal #3 may or may not have power depending on temperature in area. Rotate heater control switch until power is evident at terminal #3 and heater fires. With fuel pump running, check for fuel leaks full length of new installation. 4. TESTING 4.1 HEATER OPERATIONAL TEST AFTER INSTALLATION: IMPORTANT!! Please complete the followings steps after the new heater is installed in the aircraft. (Heater terminal strip numbered 1 2 3 4 5 6) 4.1.1 Install a temperature probe (min 0-500° F) in the outlet plenum 6-8” aft of the heater. A good location would be approx. 6” aft of the heater or near the thermostat sensor. Usually you can find a small access point somewhere in the ducting aft of the heater. CAUTION: Verify thermal couple is not touching plenum internal wall. 4.1.2 Setting upper limit temperature upper limit switch 4.1.2.1 If your heater is equipped with a CD21252….. Place a 6” 20G jumper wire with 2 small alligator clips (or the like) across the heater terminal strip numbers 2 and 3, which will bypass the aircraft thermostat. (Fig. 2) CAUTION: Be sure not to short any other terminals. With the heater running, verify that the outlet plenum temp. is approx. 250°. Adjust the temperature of the heat duct outlet distribution plenum to an average ambient temperature as follows. • For non-pressurized aircraft set switch to a low of 215º and a high of 255º. • For pressurized aircraft set switch to a low of 190˚ and a high of 225˚. NOTE: Adjustment is made by rotating a small 1/16” screw located next to the wires on the side of the switch. It may have a dab of inspectors lacquer over the screw. Rotation clockwise one turn will increase temperature approx. 20° F. Decrease temperature by turning counterclockwise (Fig 3). After sensor is adjusted, place small drop of tamper proof seal on adjustment screw to lock in settings so as to not change due to vibration. Use a product that can be easily removed for readjustment if necessary. Remove the jumper wire and verify that the temperature is controlled by the aircraft thermostat from low (approx. 75° F) to medium to high (approx. 250° F) which is what the cycling switch is set at. Remove the temperature probe sealing the hole with high temperature silicone. IN12031K9 Page 5 of 6 11/22/01 Rev E dated 9/22/15 302 POST ROAD, BUCHANAN, MI 49107 USA PH: 269-695-7469 FX: 269-695-6004 WEB: www.CDaircraftheaters.com EMAIL: sales@aircraftheater.com 4.1.2.2 If your heater is not equipped with CD21252….. Upper limit adjustments should be made in accordance with aircraft manufacturer’s instructions. 4.1.3 Install the fuel pressure gauge (0-15). Tee into as shown. (Fig. 4) With the heater running, verify fuel pressure. • Preferred pressure is 8psi. (6.5psi min, 10psi max) Figure 4 4.1.4 Remove the fuel gauge installed in step 4.1.3. Leave the “tee” fitting and cap off for future pressure readings if desired. 4.2 Verify proper installation is completed in accordance with the aircraft maintenance manual. 4.2.1 Verify all wires are secure and free of obstruction and chaffing. 4.2.2 If the hoses need to be replaced, we recommend Sceet-6 (1 ½”) red from the blower to the heater and Ceet-6 (1 ½”) black from outside air to the blower. 4.2.3 For additional information see the “maintenance manual (MM10001)” included with this heater under “Testing after installation or overhaul.” 5. After installation, complete the operation and heat output tests specified in the C&D Associates, Inc. MM10001 Maintenance Manual for aircraft combustion heaters Rev L, dated 5/21/15 or later FAA approved revision. Tests should be accomplished in accordance with section 10.3 operational test, and 10.4 for heat output. Also in accordance with the “Instructions for Continued Airworthiness” “Preflight/Operational check and Shutdown Procedure.” Rev E dated 5-21-15. These FAA-approved Instructions for Continued Airworthiness must be complied with and become a permanent part of the Aircraft Operations and Procedures manual. FUEL SUPPLY FROM HEATER FUEL PUMP OR REGULATOR HEATER CONNECTION FUEL PRESSURE GAUGE 0-15 PSI FOR AV GAS CYCLING SW. ADJUSTMENT CYCLING SWITCH P/N 21252 TERMINAL STRIP JUMPER WIRE BYPASSING THERMOSTAT SENSOR (AIRCRAFT WIRES NOT INSTALLED) OVERHEAT SWITCH NUMBER PLATE Figure 2 Figure 3 IN12031K9 Page 6 of 6 11/22/01 Rev E dated 9/22/15 302 POST ROAD, BUCHANAN, MI 49107 USA PH: 269-695-7469 FX: 269-695-6004 WEB: www.CDaircraftheaters.com EMAIL: sales@aircraftheater.com 6. DOCUMENTATION: 6.1. Weight & Balance. 6.1.1. If changed remove old heater of __ lbs (verify weight). And install new heater kit of 43 lbs aft of rear cabin bulkhead. The aircraft requires a weight and balance and a 337 must be completed and a copy of the STC attached. The logbook entry should contain the STC #SA01751CH and PMA Supplement #32. Original heater replacement is authorized by way of FAA form 337. Alteration of aircraft by way of STC or PMA supplemental number and date must be recorded in the appropriate aircraft records. 6.1.2. If unchanged removal of the Combustion Heater and the installation of the C&D Associates Products TSO-C20 approved heater will have no net effect on weight and balance or electrical load requirements. 6.2. Insert the following statement (label 21503 provided) in the aircraft flight manual: “C&D Associates Inc. Combustion heater has been installed in this aircraft. Please follow the aircraft-operating manual for combustion heater operating sequence and/or C&D Associates Inc. Instructions for airworthiness” located in MM10001 Rev I dated 8/1/14 or later FAA approved revision.” 6.3. Utilize existing aircraft combustion heater operating instructions or other FAA approved combustion heater operating instructions where applicable. 6.4. Electrical requirements: 24VDC at 15Amp. 6.5. Fuel consumption: Maximum operation 2 gal/hour. DOCUMENTATION AND PARTS REQUIREMENT TABLE DOCUMENTATION Quantity 1. FAA/PMA Supplement #32 ____ 2. Installation Instructions IN12031K9 ____ 3. Label for flight manual 21504 ____ 4. MM10001 Maintenance Manual ____ 5. Quality Assurance Certificate of Compliance #527 ____ 6. STC #SA01751CH ____ 7. 337 Form ____ PARTS S/N 1. (1) Heater CD12031-1 ____ ________ 2. (1) Thermostat, Switch 21253 ____ ________ 3. (1) Frame, Left Support 24012 ____ 4. (1) Frame, Right Support 24011 ____ 5. (1) Plate, Connecting Front 24014 ____ 6. (1) Plate, Connecting Rear 24010 ____ 7. (1) Combustion Air Inlet 21356 ____ 8. (2) Clamp, Hose 60900-104 ____ 9. (4) Clamp, Hose ½” x 3 ½-6” ____ 10. (1) Hose, Red Sceet 4” x 34” ____ 11. (1) Hose, Black Ceet 4” x 17” ____ 12. (1) Outlet Plenum 24016 ____ 13. (25) Clamp for wires/Fuel line 60519 ____ 14. (28) Rivets 1/8” MS20470-AD4-4 ____ 15. (43) Nut, 8/32” 60171 ____ 16. (43) Washer, #8 60160 ____ 17. (43) Screw, 8-32 60045 ____ IN12031K9 Page 7 of 6 11/22/01 Rev E dated 9/22/15 302 POST ROAD, BUCHANAN, MI 49107 USA PH: 269-695-7469 FX: 269-695-6004 WEB: www.CDaircraftheaters.com EMAIL: sales@aircraftheater.com DOCUMENTATION AND PARTS REQUIREMENT TABLE cont’d 18. (2) Clamp 60900-20 ____ 19. (1) Drain Hose 21279 ____ 20. (1) Drain Line 21335 ____ 21. (1) Grommet 60531 ____ 22. (16’) Fuel Line 20653 ____ 23. (3) Union 60134 ____ 24. (12) Nut 60140 ____ 25. (12) Sleeve 60156 ____ 26. (11) Hanger 24019 ____ 27. (1) Elbow 60142 ____ 28. (1) Elbow 22063 ____ 29. (2) 10/32 Weldnut 21379 ____ 30. (2) Bolts AN3-7A ____ 31. (2) Washer AN960-10 ____ 32. (2) Lock Washer/Split AN935-10 ____ 33. (2) Distribution Box 24017 ____ 34. (6) 1/8” Blind Rivet 60019 ____ 35. (2) Dist Box Plate 24018 ____ a. (2) Duct Mesh 24020 ____ 36. (1) Caution Placard Inlet 24023 ____ 37. (1) 15 Amp Circuit Breaker W23X1A1G-15 ____ 38A. (15’) 14 G Wire, White MIL-W-22759/16-14 ____ 38B. (15’) 14G Wire, Blue MIL-W-22759/16-14 ____ 39. (30’) 16G Wire, Yellow MIL-W-22759/16-16 ____ 40. (15’) 16G Wire, White MIL-W-22759/16-16 ____ 41. (2) Blue Insulated Terminal #6 Ilet ____ 42. (3) Red Insulated Terminal #6 Ilet ____ 43. (14) Cherry Rivets CR9163-4-2 ____ 44. (5) Butt Splices Red Butt Splices ____ 45. (1) Rotary Switch 20654B ____ 46. (2) Butt Splices Blue Butt Splices ____ 47. (1) Blue Insulated Terminal #10 Ilet ____ 48. (2) Butt Splices Yellow Butt Splices ____ 49. (1) Fuel Pump 21186 ____ a. (2) Shock Mounts 21379 ____ b. (2) Brass Bushing 60132 ____ c. (2) Elbows 60144 ____ 50. (1) Frame, Extension 24015 ____ 51. (1) Tye Wrap, #8 Mount 4” ____ 52. (1) Distribution Assembly (Opt) 24021 ____ 53. (1) Transition (Optional) 24022 ____ 54. (1) Caution Placard, Outlet24024 ____ 55. (6”) Hose, Chafe, fuel resistant 21279 ____ 56. (28) Rivet, Flush Head MS20426-AD4-4 ____ 57. (1) Hose, Black Ceet 1 ½ x 20” ____ 58. (1) Installation Instructions IN12031K9 ____ Initials: ____________ Date:____________
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