Propeller Owner's Manual
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
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Page 2-21
Rev. 2 Feb/17
Dash Number:
change from basic propeller diameter. In this example, the
nominal 84 inch diameter has been reduced 8 inches = 76 inch diameter
(with some exceptions) there may be a letter following the dash number.
(NOTE: This basic diameter may not reflect the actual prop diameter,
depending on the hub model used.)
Q
- Q-tip, factory 90 degree bent tip
S
- Square tip
prop model/FLC 8468 G-8Q
Prefix of up to 3 letters:
C
- counterweighted Y shank
F
- large pitch change knob Y shank
L
- left hand rotation, pusher
Suffix letters:
G
- a negative pitch change knob angle
S - shot peening of blade surface
The first 2 or 3 numbers indicate basic design diameter (in inches),
the last 2 numbers indicate a specific model
B. Aluminum Blade Model Identification
Hartzell Propeller Inc. uses a model designation to identify
specific propeller and blade assemblies. Example:
HC-E3YR-7LF/FLC8468G-8Q. A slash mark separates
the propeller and blade designations. The propeller model
designation is impression stamped on the propeller hub. The
blade designation is impression stamped on the blade butt
end (internal).
4. Governors