ARMY TM 5-6675-308-12
MARINE CORPS TM 08837A-12/1A
3-29. Transfer to
UH-60 (Blackhawk) Helicopter with
Refueling of the aircraft should not be
Rotor Stopped. PADS may be transferred from a land
performed while either vehicle or helicopter is
vehicle to a UH-60 helicopter while operating. The procedure
running; startup of the vehicle near the aircraft
for transfer with the helicopter rotor stopped is given below.
is especially hazardous due to the potential for
Table 3-4 lists the components
required to
transfer PADS to
spark or backfire around accumulating JP-4
the helicopter.
fumes.
NOTE
In the event of aircraft generator failure, the
PADS will operate on the PADS batteries.
PADS crew must wear hearing protection at
all times when working around aircraft.
NOTE
Use extreme care when working under
Transfer system to helicopter power quickly
helicopter blades.
to minimize discharge of batteries.
Make sure rotor swath is clear before starting
Initiate a zero velocity correction whenever
helicopter.
the system is stationary.
To prevent injury, use at least three persons to
Before initializing for a helicopter mission,
transfer primary pallet.
connect transfer cable W8, located in top of
battery box, between PS connector 3J4 and
The PADS CDU must be secured to the
connector W7P1 on power cable W7. Stow
operator, primary pallet, or aircraft to avoid
the cable so it ean be extended without
becoming a missile hazard during a crash.
Table 3-4. Parts Required for Transfer to
UH-60 Helicopter
Item
Purpose
Quantity
Part Number
1
To convert helicopter power to PADS power
70550-02025-102
Converter, Power
(24 Vdc).
(Cage 78286)
1
13222E2399
To protect converter.
Enclosure, Power Converter
4
MS35308-306
To secure converter to enclosure.
Screw, Hex Hd. .250-28
UNF-2A x .75 1g
4
MS15795-810
To secure converter to enclosure.
Washer, Flat 1/4 in.
4
MS35338-139
To secure converter to enclosure.
Washer, Lock, 1/4 in.
1
13222E2283
To connect helicopter power to power converter.
Cable Assembly, W15
1
13222E1624
To connect power converter to PADS.
Cable Assembly, W7
13222E1654*
1
To secure battery box to aircraft
Belt Assembly
P/O UH-60
8
To secure PADS primary pallet and power
Belt Assembly
inventory
converter to aircraft
1
13222E1641**
To attach CDU to operator.
Bracket, CDU
*Supplied with PADS
** To be ordered separately if not supplied with PADS
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