ENSTROM F-28F/280F SERIES MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Rev.
8
MM-4-34.1
Sep
20/17
4-27. Main Rotor Blade Grip
(Figure 4-1, View P, and Figure 4-2)
4-28. Lubrication - Main Rotor Blade Grip
NOTE
Purge all three blade grips when lubricating the hub to prevent an "out of
balance" condition.
CAUTION
Disconnect the pitch links and before rotating the grips. Do not over-rotate.
A. Disconnect the pitch links and rotate grips a few degrees up and down to release
pressure.
B. Remove the purge screw (2) and pump grease into the grease fitting (1) until grease
purges through the screw hole. Install the screw (2).
C. Remove the purge screw (3) and pump grease into the grease fitting (1) until grease
purges through the screw hole.
D. Pump grease into the fitting (4) until grease purges through the screw hole. Install
the screw (3).
E. Pump grease into the grease fitting (4) until grease purges through the seal between
the end of the grip and the spindle.
F. Remove the purge screw (3) to relieve any internal pressure against the seals. Install
the screw.
G. Check seal to determine that it has not been displaced.
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