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Propeller Owner’s Manual

139

DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

61-00-39

Page 2-23

Rev. 17 Apr/20

HC-A3MVF-7( ) and HC-B3TF-7( ) Propeller

Assembly

Figure 2-9

W10082

HUB

RETENTION BEARING

CYLINDER

PIST

GREASE FITTING

BLADE

SPINNER DOME

SPRING

PILOT

TUBE

BLADE CLAMP

COUNTER

WEIGHT

MOUNTING BOL

BET

A V

ENGINE FLANGE

PIST

ON NUT

MOUNTING W

ASHER

SPINNER BULKHEAD

LINK ARM

Summary of Contents for HC-A3 F-7 Series

Page 1: ...3 3 HC B3 5 HC B3TF 7 HC B4 3 HC B4 5 HC B5M 2 HC B5M 3 HC B5M 5 HC A3 V MV F 7 Steel Hub Turbine Propellers with Aluminum Blades Hartzell Propeller Inc One Propeller Place Piqua OH 45356 2634 U S A P...

Page 2: ...Propeller Owner s Manual 139 COVER 61 00 39 Page 2 Rev 17 Apr 20 1984 1992 1994 1997 1999 2001 2002 2006 2009 2011 2012 2013 2015 2016 2017 2020 Hartzell Propeller Inc All rights reserved...

Page 3: ...he most reliable components of your airplane It is also among the most critical to flight safety It therefore deserves the care and maintenance called for in this Manual Please give it your attention...

Page 4: ...e engine and airstream which are added to high bending and centrifugal stresses Before a propeller is certified as being safe to operate on an airplane an adequate margin of safety must be demonstrate...

Page 5: ...craft may operate with unapproved engines or propellers or engine modifications to increase horsepower such as unapproved crankshaft damper configurations or high compression pistons These issues affe...

Page 6: ...Propeller Owner s Manual 139 MESSAGE 61 00 39 Page 4 Rev 17 Apr 20 This page is intentionally blank...

Page 7: ...ed the section Special Tooling and Consumable Materials Revised the section Safe Handling of Paints and Chemicals Added the section Calendar Limits and Long Term Storage Added the section Component Li...

Page 8: ...er Cap Mounting Hardware Revised the section title Spinner Removal Revised the section title Propeller Removal TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING Added the section Operational Checks Added the section Propel...

Page 9: ...h Up Added the section Hydraulic Low Pitch Stop Setting Added the section Feathering Pitch Stop Settings Added the section Reverse Pitch Stop Settings Revised the section Propeller Ice Protection Syst...

Page 10: ...Propeller Owner s Manual 139 REVISION HIGHLIGHTS 61 00 39 Page 4 Rev 17 Apr 20 This page is intentionally blank...

Page 11: ...d no change bars are used b Reissue is a revision to an existing manual that includes major content and or major format changes The manual is distributed in its entirety All the page revision dates ar...

Page 12: ...Revision 7 Oct 02 Minor Revision Revision 8 Dec 06 Minor Revision Revision 9 Aug 09 Minor Revision Revision 10 Jun 11 Minor Revision Revision 11 Jul 12 Minor Revision Revision 12 Mar 13 Minor Revision...

Page 13: ...Rev No Issue Date Date Inserted Inserted By This is a record of revisions inserted into this manual Revision 17 includes all prior revisions Propeller Owner s Manual 139 RECORD OF REVISIONS 61 00 39 P...

Page 14: ...Rev No Issue Date Date Inserted Inserted By This is a record of revisions inserted into this manual Revision 17 includes all prior revisions Propeller Owner s Manual 139 RECORD OF REVISIONS 61 00 39 P...

Page 15: ...Propeller Owner s Manual 139 RECORD OF TEMPORARY REVISIONS 61 00 39 Page 1 Rev 17 Apr 20 RECORD OF TEMPORARY REVISIONS TR No Issue Date Date Inserted Inserted By Date Removed Removed By...

Page 16: ...Propeller Owner s Manual 139 RECORD OF TEMPORARY REVISIONS 61 00 39 Page 2 Rev 17 Apr 20 RECORD OF TEMPORARY REVISIONS TR No Issue Date Date Inserted Inserted By Date Removed Removed By...

Page 17: ...TION MAY CREATE AN UNSAFE CONDITION THAT MAY RESULT IN DEATH SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND OR SUBSTANTIAL PROPERTY DAMAGE CAUTION 2 THE INFORMATION FOR THE DOCUMENTS LISTED INDICATES THE REVISION LEVEL AN...

Page 18: ...TS LIST 61 00 39 Page 2 Rev 17 Apr 20 SERVICE DOCUMENTS LIST Service Document Number Incorporation Rev Date Service Letters HC SL 61 217 Oct 99 HC SL 61 248 Rev 11 Jul 12 HC SL 61 254 Aug 09 HC SL 61...

Page 19: ...ion information from Hartzell Overhaul Manuals 118F 61 10 18 and 132A 61 10 32 10 For blade life limit revised the blade model designation to include N version for HC B3TN 3 B H and HC B4TN 5 C F prop...

Page 20: ...allations however time accumulated toward life limit accrues when first operated on aircraft engine propeller combinations listed and continues regardless of subsequent installations which may or may...

Page 21: ...C F L LT10282 N 4 31 000 hours Aircraft Fairchild Swearingen SA226TC Metro IIA Engine Allied Signal TPE331 10UA 501G or 511G Propeller HC B3TN 5 C E M T10282 H N 9 000 hours Aircraft Mitsubishi MU 2...

Page 22: ...stablish an assumed time Months from date of STC incorporation X 180 total assumed time on subject blades Pilatus PC 7 propeller blades must be retired from service in accordance with the following sc...

Page 23: ...l OV 10A Engine Garrett T76 G 418M 419M Propeller HC B4MN 5B L L M9990N 20 900 hours Aircraft North American Rockwell OV 10D Engine Garrett T76 G 420 421 Propeller HC B4MN 5B L L M9990N 20 900 hours A...

Page 24: ...at 2000 RPM Propeller HC B5MA 2A M9128NSA K 19 589 hours F The following list specifies life limits for clamps only Clamp assemblies listed are life limited only on the specified applications 1 Propel...

Page 25: ...raft Air Tractor AT 802 A Engine Honeywell TPE331 14GR Propeller HC B5MA 5H M11693NS 6 026 hours 2 Propeller Models on Aircraft without FAA Type Certificate Aircraft Engine Propeller Pitch Change Rod...

Page 26: ...Antonov AN 38 100 Engine Honeywell TPE331 14 Propeller HC B5MA 5A M11276N C K 3 12 053 hours 2 Periodic Inspections A The HC B3TN 3UL LT10173N 21R propeller installed on Advanced Aerodynamics Structu...

Page 27: ...nts List 1 and 2 Rev 17 Apr 20 Airworthiness Limitations 1 thru 8 Rev 17 Apr 20 List of Effective Pages 1 and 2 Rev 17 Apr 20 Table of Contents 1 and 2 Rev 17 Apr 20 Introduction 1 1 thru 1 32 Rev 17...

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Page 29: ...SIONS 1 RECORD OF TEMPORARY REVISIONS 1 SERVICE DOCUMENT LIST 1 AIRWORTHINESS LIMITATIONS 1 LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION 1 1 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 2 1 INSTALLATION AN...

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Page 31: ...Publications 1 8 5 Personnel Requirements 1 8 A Service and Maintenance Procedures in this Manual 1 8 6 Special Tooling and Consumable Materials 1 9 A Special Tooling 1 9 B Consumable Materials 1 9 7...

Page 32: ...TRODUCTION CONTENTS CONTINUED 12 Warranty Service 1 15 A Warranty Claims 1 15 13 Hartzell Propeller Inc Contact Information 1 16 A Product Support Department 1 16 B Technical Publications Department 1...

Page 33: ...manuals are available that include overhaul procedures and specifications for the propeller 3 This manual may include multiple design types a Parentheses shown in the propeller model designations in t...

Page 34: ...r station with the appropriate rating before return to service a Dynamic balance is recommended but may be accomplished at the discretion of the operator unless specifically required by the airframe o...

Page 35: ...and paint refer to the Maintenance Practices chapter of this manual Operation of blades without the specified coatings and finishes i e polished blades is not permitted 2 Airframe or Engine Modificati...

Page 36: ...ifications include but are not limited to changes to the compressor power turbine or hot section of a turboprop engine b Examples of reciprocating engine modifications include but are not limited to t...

Page 37: ...lications are required for information regarding specific recommendations and procedures to maintain propeller assemblies that are included in this manual Manual No ATA No Available at www hartzellpro...

Page 38: ...required equipment tooling training and certifications when required by the applicable Aviation Authority to accomplish the work in a safe and airworthy manner 2 Compliance to the applicable regulato...

Page 39: ...chapter of Hartzell Propeller Inc Standard Practices Manual 202A 61 01 02 a Consumable material reference numbers appear with the prefix CM directly following the material to which they apply For exam...

Page 40: ...ing an aircraft in a hangar is not sufficient to permit extension of the calendar limit 4 The start date for the calendar limit is when the propeller is first installed on an engine 5 The calendar lim...

Page 41: ...ed between rotation and landing i e flight time 2 Time Since New TSN and Time Since Overhaul TSO records for the propeller hub and blades must be maintained in the propeller logbook 3 Both TSN and TSO...

Page 42: ...r of Hartzell Propeller Inc Standard Practices Manual 202A 61 01 02 3 The TSN and TSO of the replacement hub must be recorded and maintained in the propeller logbook 4 If tracking any component s othe...

Page 43: ...maintenance manual b Parts that must be replaced at overhaul are identified by a Y in the O H column of the Illustrated Parts List in the applicable Hartzell Propeller Inc component maintenance manual...

Page 44: ...ied aircraft mechanic 1 For serviceable limits and repair criteria for Hartzell propeller components refer to the applicable Hartzell Propeller Inc component maintenance manual 2 Major Repair a Major...

Page 45: ...produce a propeller Major or Hazardous effect even though those parts may not be considered as Propeller Critical Parts a The operating and maintenance procedures and inspections provided in the ICA f...

Page 46: ...eller Inc Product Support can also be reached by fax at 937 778 4215 and by email at techsupport hartzellprop com c After business hours you may leave a message on our 24 hour product support line at...

Page 47: ...ller Inc propeller systems Term Definition Annealed Softening of material due to overexposure to heat Aviation Certified Intended for FAA or international equivalent type certificated aircraft applica...

Page 48: ...fers to a location on an individual blade for blade inspection purposes It is a measurement from the blade zero station to a location on a blade used to apply blade specification data in blade overhau...

Page 49: ...d within an epoxy resin Compression Rolling A process that provides improved strength and resistance to fatigue Constant Force A force that is always present in some degree when the propeller is opera...

Page 50: ...in the presence of moisture and oxygen to produce rust Corrosion is accelerated in the presence of salty water or acid rain Part failure can occur from corrosion due to loss of structural steel conver...

Page 51: ...rrosion product is not to be confused with damage left in the base steel such as pits and etched surface finish Crack Irregularly shaped separation within a material sometimes visible as a narrow open...

Page 52: ...e blade airfoil sections are normally cambered or curved such that the face side of the blade may be flat or even concave in the midblade and tip region Face Alignment Distance from the blade centerli...

Page 53: ...osion Corrosion that attacks along the grain boundaries of metal alloys Jog A term used to describe movement up down left right or on off in short incremental motions Laminate To unite composite mater...

Page 54: ...le to TC and PC Non Aviation Experi mental Intended for non aircraft application such as Hovercraft or Wing In Ground effect WIG applications Products marked with an X at or near the end of the model...

Page 55: ...er control condition lever Pitch Same as Blade Angle Pitting Formation of a number of small irregularly shaped cavities in surface material caused by corrosion or wear Pitting Linear The configuration...

Page 56: ...station they may not originate at the same point Reversing The capability of rotating blades to a position to generate reverse thrust to slow the aircraft or back up Scratch Same as Nick Short Circui...

Page 57: ...measurement of the location of the blade tip with respect to the plane of rotation used to verify face alignment and to compare blade tip location with respect to the locations of the other blades in...

Page 58: ...Voids Air or gas that has been trapped and cured into a laminate Windmilling The rotation of an aircraft propeller caused by air flowing through it while the engine is not producing power Woven Fabri...

Page 59: ...n Ground AR As Required ATA Air Transport Association CSU Constant Speed Unit FAA Federal Aviation Administration FH Flight Hour FM Flight Manual FMS Flight Manual Supplement Ft Lb Foot Pound HMI Huma...

Page 60: ...N Newtons N A Not Applicable NAS National Aerospace Standards NASM National Aerospace Standards Military NDT Nondestructive Testing NIST National Institute of Standards and Technology N m Newton Meter...

Page 61: ...reviation Term RPM Revolutions per Minute SAE Society of Automotive Engineers STC Supplemental Type Certificate TBO Time Between Overhaul TC Type Certificate TSI Time Since Inspection TSN Time Since N...

Page 62: ...Propeller Owner s Manual 139 INTRODUCTION 61 00 39 Page 1 32 Rev 17 Apr 20 This page is intentionally blank...

Page 63: ...ies External Beta System 2 9 C Feathering and Reversing Propellers HC B 3 4 5 5 Series Internal Beta System 2 17 D Feathering and Reversing Propellers HC 3 7 Series Beta Valve System 2 24 E Propeller...

Page 64: ...ner Mounting Plate New Configuration Figure 2 6 2 15 HC B 4 5 5 Propeller Assembly with Two piece Spinner Mounting Plate New Configuration Figure 2 7 2 16 HC A3VF 7 Propeller Assembly Figure 2 8 2 22...

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Page 66: ...ARING PILOT TUBE HC B 3 5 2 Propeller Assembly Figure 2 1 W10072 Note This picture depicts two different spinner assemblies PISTON BLADE CLAMP COUNTERWEIGHT PISTON NUT LINK ARM SPINNER DOME CYLINDER F...

Page 67: ...ades and they are used primarily on Pratt and Whitney turbine engines Propeller blades and bearing assemblies are mounted on the arms of a steel hub unit Figure 2 2 and are held in place by two piece...

Page 68: ...lied to the propeller and hydraulic piston through a hollow engine shaft Increasing the volume of oil within the piston and cylinder will decrease the blade angle and increase propeller RPM Decreasing...

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Page 70: ...Propeller Assembly Figure 2 3 W10075 HUB RETENTION BEARING CYLINDER PISTON FEATHERING STOP SCREW GREASE FITTING BLADE SPINNER DOME SPRING PILOT TUBE BLADE CLAMP COUNTERWEIGHT BETA ROD UNIT BETA RING M...

Page 71: ...onto the hub and a feathering spring assembly is installed in the cylinder A piston is placed over the cylinder and is connected by a link arm to each blade clamp Propeller blade angle change is accom...

Page 72: ...ndependent of where the power lever is set The governor uses engine speed sensing mechanisms that allow it to supply or drain oil as necessary to maintain constant engine speed RPM If governor supplie...

Page 73: ...e to shut off the flow of oil to the propeller Any additional unwanted movement of the propeller toward reverse or any movement of the manually positioned beta valve control toward high pitch position...

Page 74: ...nits will still retain the blade angle To release the latch pins it is necessary to manually actuate the propeller slightly toward reverse This will move the clamp mounted plate allowing the latch pin...

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Page 76: ...rseded Configuration Figure 2 5 W10074 HUB RETENTION BEARING CYLINDER PISTON FEATHERING STOP SCREW GREASE FITTING BLADE PITCH CHANGE ROD SPRING PILOT TUBE BLADE CLAMP PISTON NUT MOUNTING BOLT SPINNER...

Page 77: ...ETENTION BEARING CYLINDER PISTON FEATHERING STOP SCREW GREASE FITTING BLADE PITCH CHANGE ROD SPRING PILOT TUBE BLADE CLAMP COUNTERWEIGHT MOUNTING BOLT SPINNER DOME START LOCK UNIT PISTON NUT MOUNTING...

Page 78: ...ew Configuration Figure 2 7 W10100 HUB RETENTION BEARING CYLINDER PISTON FEATHERING STOP SCREW GREASE FITTING BLADE PITCH CHANGE ROD SPRING PILOT TUBE BLADE CLAMP PISTON NUT MOUNTING BOLT SPINNER DOME...

Page 79: ...aded onto the hub and a feathering spring assembly is installed in the cylinder A piston is placed over the cylinder and is connected by a link arm to each blade clamp Propeller blade angle change is...

Page 80: ...he governor uses engine speed sensing mechanisms that allow it to supply or drain oil as necessary to maintain constant engine speed RPM If governor supplied oil is lost during operation the propeller...

Page 81: ...of the manually positioned beta valve control toward high pitch position will cause the beta valve to drain oil from the propeller to increase pitch It is undesirable to feather the propeller when th...

Page 82: ...ler Inc 5 series propellers incorporated various start lock unit configurations 1 Certain three bladed and four bladed propellers incorporate a one piece spinner mounting plate that is pinched between...

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Page 84: ...22 Rev 17 Apr 20 HC A3VF 7 Propeller Assembly Figure 2 8 W10081 HUB RETENTION BEARING CYLINDER PISTON GREASE FITTING BLADE SPINNER DOME SPRING PILOT TUBE BLADE CLAMP COUNTERWEIGHT MOUNTING BOLT BETA V...

Page 85: ...7 Apr 20 HC A3MVF 7 and HC B3TF 7 Propeller Assembly Figure 2 9 W10082 HUB RETENTION BEARING CYLINDER PISTON GREASE FITTING BLADE SPINNER DOME SPRING PILOT TUBE BLADE CLAMP COUNTERWEIGHT MOUNTING BOLT...

Page 86: ...ub and a feathering spring assembly is installed in the cylinder A piston is placed over the cylinder and is connected by a link arm to each blade clamp Propeller blade angle change is accomplished th...

Page 87: ...er lever is set The governor uses engine speed sensing mechanisms that allow it to supply or drain oil as necessary to maintain constant engine speed RPM If governor supplied oil is lost during operat...

Page 88: ...eta valve to shut off flow of oil to the propeller Any further unwanted movement of the propeller toward reverse or any movement of the manually positioned cable toward high pitch position will cause...

Page 89: ...in 4 1 2 8 9 16 HC B W 3 requires the use of C 7364 2 spacer 2 CONSTANT SPEED FEATHERING PT 6 3 CONSTANT SPEED FEATHERING REVERSING PT 6 LTP101 M601 EXTERNAL BETA RING 5 CONSTANT SPEED FEATHERING REV...

Page 90: ...SAME AS 3C EXCEPT EXT FEATHER STOP B 1368 14 PISTON L LEFT HAND ROTATION M SAME AS 3B EXCEPT EXT FEATHER STOP B 1368 14 PISTON N SAME AS 3G EXCEPT EXT FEATHER STOP B 1368 14 PISTON P SAME AS 2H EXCEP...

Page 91: ...HC B4TN 5 A MINOR MODIFICATION C PRP 914 21 PILOT TUBE O RING C subsequent D SAME AS 5CL EXCEPT 838 92 CLAMP E SAME AS 5D EXCEPT 838 98 CLAMP SPINNER F SAME AS 5C EXCEPT 830 34 STOP UNIT G SAME AS 5D...

Page 92: ...cs a Refer to the section Blade Model Designation in this chapter B Blade Model Designation 1 Hartzell Propeller Inc uses a model number designation system to identify specific propeller and blade ass...

Page 93: ...ement C blade dimensional modification from basic design D blade dimensional modification from basic design E de ice boot foil element or internal de ice element composite blade F blade dimensional mo...

Page 94: ...Onspeed Condition Figure 2 10 Governor in Underspeed Condition Figure 2 11 Governor in Overspeed Condition Figure 2 12 Pilot Control Speeder Spring Flyweights Pilot Valve Pilot Control Speeder Spring...

Page 95: ...speed condition the centrifugal force acting on the flyweights is balanced by the speeder spring and the pilot valve is neither directing oil to nor from the propeller hydraulic cylinder 3 When the en...

Page 96: ...that opens to drain the oil supply between the propeller and governor to increase propeller pitch and allow the propeller to feather b Figure 2 13 illustrates another feathering propeller governor sys...

Page 97: ...a governor as a component of a synchronizing or synchrophasing system a Hartzell Propeller Inc synchronizing or synchrophasing systems use one engine the master engine as an RPM and phase reference a...

Page 98: ...mbly 3 Refer to Table 2 3 for a description of the characters used in the governor model number Governor Model Designations Table 2 3 S 1 1 Minor Variation of Basic Design numeric or alpha character i...

Page 99: ...N AND OPERATION 61 00 39 Page 2 37 Rev 17 Apr 20 4 Propeller Ice Protection Systems Rev 1 A System Description 1 For detailed descriptions of propeller ice protection systems refer to the Anti ice and...

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Page 101: ...are 3 8 B Torque Information 3 8 4 Propeller Installation 3 13 A Precautions 3 13 B Installing HC B 3 5 2 Propeller on the Aircraft Engine 3 14 C Installing HC B 3 4 5 A N P 3 Propeller on the Aircraf...

Page 102: ...or Figure 3 1 3 11 Torquing Sequence for Propeller Mounting Bolts Nuts Figure 3 2 3 12 Mounting Bolt and Washer Figure 3 3 3 15 Installing Propeller on Engine Flange Figure 3 4 3 16 Beta System Puller...

Page 103: ...mbly Figure 3 14 3 46 Spring Assembly to Cylinder Attachment Details Figure 3 15 3 47 Piston to Link Arm Attachment Details Figure 3 16 3 47 Filed Rod for Set Screw Figure 3 17 3 52 INSTALLATION AND R...

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Page 105: ...AST 2877 5 8 inch deep well socket 1 7 16 inch crowfoot wrench HC B 3 4 5 A N P 3 Torque wrench adaptor Hartzell Propeller Inc P N AST 2877 5 8 inch deep well socket 1 7 16 inch crowfoot wrench Feele...

Page 106: ...propeller flange Refer to Table 3 1 O ring for HC B 3 4 W 3 spacer Refer to Table 3 1 2 Pre Installation A Inspection of Shipping Package 1 Examine the exterior of the shipping container especially t...

Page 107: ...HUB TURBINE PROPELLERS THE PISTON NUT A 880 1 OR A 880 2 MAY BE REMOVED TO ALLOW THE BLADES TO ROTATE BEFORE PACKAGING NOTE The ability to rotate the blades during propeller installation will make it...

Page 108: ...can cause an incorrectly tightened fastener to fail in a matter of minutes b Correct tension in a fastener depends on a variety of known load factors and can influence fastener service life c Correct...

Page 109: ...7 230 HC B 3 4 W 3 Hub to Spacer C 3317 233 Propeller Mounting Hardware Table 3 1 Propeller Model Mounting Hardware HC B3TF 7 A 1328 1 Bolt and A 1381 Washer HC B3 N B 3339 Bolt and A 2048 2 Washer HC...

Page 110: ...ED ANTI SEIZE COMPOUND MIL PRF 83483 CAUTION 3 REFER TO FIGURE 3 1 FOR TORQUE READING WHEN USING A TORQUE WRENCH ADAPTER Hardware Torque A flange mounting bolts 100 105 Ft Lbs 136 142 N m wet F flange...

Page 111: ...Lb 136 N m x 1 ft 308 4 mm 1 ft 308 4 mm 0 75 ft 228 6 mm 57 1 Ft Lb 77 4 N m reading on torque wrench with 9 inch 228 6 mm adapter for actual torque of 100 Ft Lb 136 N m EXAMPLE APS0212A Standard Tor...

Page 112: ...nd two Use Sequence B for step three Step 1 Torque all bolts to 40 ft lbs 54 N m Step 3 Torque all bolts to Step 2 Torque all bolts to 80 ft lbs 108 N m Table 3 2 F Flange Step 1 Torque all bolts to 4...

Page 113: ...FT SAFETY THAT ARE NOT CONTAINED IN THIS OWNER S MANUAL CAUTION 1 INSTRUCTIONS AND PROCEDURES IN THIS SECTION MAY INVOLVE CRITICAL PARTS REFER TO THE INTRODUCTION CHAPTER OF THIS MANUAL FOR INFORMATIO...

Page 114: ...airframe manufacturer s manuals B Installing HC B 3 5 2 Propeller on the Aircraft Engine WARNING MAKE SURE THE SLING IS RATED UP TO 800 LBS 363 KG TO SUPPORT THE WEIGHT OF THE PROPELLER ASSEMBLY DURI...

Page 115: ...the propeller hub flange with the mounting holes and dowel pins in the engine flange CAUTION MAKE SURE THAT COMPLETE AND TRUE SURFACE CONTACT IS ESTABLISHED BETWEEN THE PROPELLER HUB FLANGE AND THE EN...

Page 116: ...8 W10079 W10080 O ring Propeller Flange Engine Flange Bolt Torque Wrench Adaptor Torque Wrench NOTE If torque wrench adaptor is used use the calculation in Figure 3 1 to determine correct torque wrenc...

Page 117: ...ue value 9 Safety all mounting bolts with 0 032 inch 0 81 mm minimum diameter stainless steel wire or equivalent aircraft safety cable and associated hardware two bolts per safety CAUTION TO FACILITAT...

Page 118: ...on the Aircraft Engine CAUTION INSTRUCTIONS AND PROCEDURES IN THIS SECTION MAY INVOLVE CRITICAL PARTS REFER TO THE INTRODUCTION CHAPTER OF THIS MANUAL FOR INFORMATION ABOUT PROPELLER CRITICAL PARTS R...

Page 119: ...ied O ring on the engine flange Refer to Table 3 1 5 Align the mounting and dowel pin holes in the propeller hub flange with the mounting holes and dowel pins in the engine flange CAUTION MAKE SURE TH...

Page 120: ...eller Owner s Manual 139 INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL 61 00 39 Page 3 20 Rev 17 Apr 20 Beta System Puller for Decompressing 3 Series External Beta System Figure 3 5 Hartzell Propeller Inc P N CST 2987 W10...

Page 121: ...y all mounting bolts with 0 032 inch 0 81 mm minimum diameter stainless steel wire or equivalent aircraft safety cable and associated hardware two bolts per safety 11 Decompress the external beta syst...

Page 122: ...Apr 20 Carbon Block and Beta Ring Clearance Figure 3 6 Carbon Block Assembly Figure 3 7 Side clearance 0 001 to 0 010 inch 0 03 to 0 25 mm upon installation Carbon Block Assembly Beta Ring Snap Ring Y...

Page 123: ...cedure for reinstallation of piston nut if applicable a Following the installation of the propeller use a breaker bar and a 5 8 inch deep well socket to hold the pitch change rod b Using a crowfoot wr...

Page 124: ...PROPELLER CRITICAL PARTS REFER TO THE ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST CHAPTER OF THE APPLICABLE OVERHAUL MANUAL S FOR THE IDENTIFICATION OF SPECIFIC PROPELLER CRITICAL PARTS CAUTION 2 WHEN INSTALLING THE HC B4...

Page 125: ...overhauled propeller perform a torque check of the propeller mounting studs as follows a Thread the torque check tool AST 2968 1 onto each propeller mounting stud and torque to 35 ft lbs 47 6 N m b V...

Page 126: ...ollowing steps 1 Coat the hub to spacer O ring with grease Refer to Table 3 1 2 Install the hub to spacer O ring in the groove in the spacer that interfaces with the face of the hub flange Refer to Fi...

Page 127: ...Remove the nuts and washers before installation b If the hub flange has two 8 32 threaded holes and two MS24693 S2 flat head screws HPI P N B 3868 S52 are provided to attach the C 7364 2 spacer perfor...

Page 128: ...Engine O ring Propeller Flange Engine Flange Nut Torque Wrench Adaptor Torque Wrench NOTE If torque wrench adaptor is used use the calculation in Figure 3 1 to determine correct torque wrench setting...

Page 129: ...holes in the spacer with the 8 32 threaded holes in the hub flange CAUTION MAKE SURE THE FLAT HEAD ATTACHMENT SCREWS DO NOT PROTRUDE ABOVE THE ENGINE SIDE SURFACE OF THE SPACER c Slide the spacer onto...

Page 130: ...CAUTION 2 IF THE C 7364 2 SPACER IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE HUB MAKE SURE THE HUB TO SPACER O RING STAYS IN THE GROOVE IN THE SPACER IF THE O RING IS TWISTED OR PINCHED OIL LEAKAGE WILL RESULT WHEN THE P...

Page 131: ...learance of the engine flange fillet Refer to Figure 3 10 NOTE 2 If the propeller is removed between overhaul intervals mounting nuts and washers may be reused if they are not damaged or corroded 10 U...

Page 132: ...nts or mounting bolt safety wire consult qualified personnel at an appropriately licensed propeller service facility 14 Install the carbon block into the beta linkage lever per the airframe manufactur...

Page 133: ...ench torque the A 880 piston nut Refer to Table 3 2 and Figure 3 1 for the proper torque value NOTE The removal and subsequent reinstallation of the piston nut does not require that the propeller blad...

Page 134: ...One piece Spinner Mounting Plate Installation Figure 3 11 SPINNER BULKHEAD AND START LOCKS ATTACHMENT BOLTS SPINNER BULKHEAD SPINNER MOUNTING PLATE START LOCKS SPINNER BULKHEAD SPINNER MOUNTING PLATE...

Page 135: ...he spinner bulkhead which has start locks mounted on it is attached to the spinner mounting plate The spinner mounting plate is installed in a cutaway portion of the propeller hub flange and is pinche...

Page 136: ...Align the start locks with each blade and clamp mounted stop plate NOTE The start locks are attached to the spinner bulkhead 8 Align mounting and dowel pin holes in the propeller hub flange with the m...

Page 137: ...l mounting bolts with 0 032 inch 0 81 mm minimum diameter stainless steel wire or equivalent aircraft safety cable and associated hardware two bolts per safety 14 Remove the heavy wire from the start...

Page 138: ...frame manufacturer s instructions for adjusting the beta tube to obtain the correct low pitch flight idle blade angle NOTE 2 Refer to the Aircraft Type Certificate Data Sheet for the low pitch blade a...

Page 139: ...On four and five blade propellers Refer to Figure 2 7 the bulkhead and start locks are attached to the spinner mounting plate On three bladed propellers Refer to Figure 2 6 the start locks are attach...

Page 140: ...OVERHAULED PROPELLER 6 Apply MIL PRF 83483 anti seize compound to the threaded surfaces of the mounting bolts Refer to Table 3 1 for appropriate mounting hardware NOTE If the propeller is removed betw...

Page 141: ...2 and Figure 3 1 for the proper torque value NOTE The removal and subsequent reinstallation of the piston nut does not require that the propeller blade angles be re checked 11 Install the beta tube p...

Page 142: ...e 3 42 Rev 17 Apr 20 Beta Valve System Figure 3 12 W10101 ROD END CAP ROD END FITTING PIN PUSH ROD SPOOL CHECK NUT COVER PLATE SLEEVE O RINGS SUPPLIED BY THE ENGINE MANUFACTURER SPACER SPRING ENGINE S...

Page 143: ...View of the Beta Valve System Figure 3 13 W10102A ROD END CAP ROD END FITTING PUSH ROD SPOOL CHECK NUT COVER PLATE BETA VALVE SLEEVE INNER SPRING SPRING RETAINER ROD O RINGS SUPPLIED BY THE ENGINE MA...

Page 144: ...nds from the rear of the engine to the front of the propeller piston This assembly is installed in the engine shaft before the propeller is installed 1 Make sure that the shaft adaptor Refer to Figure...

Page 145: ...ine shaft from the front allowing the push rod spool to extend out the rear of the engine a The shoulder of the sleeve should be against the shaft adaptor 6 Compress the springs with spring retainer a...

Page 146: ...TON SPRING ASSEMBLY BLADE CLAMP MOUNTING BOLT BETA VALVE ENGINE FLANGE PISTON NUT MOUNTING WASHER SPINNER BULKHEAD LINK ARM SELF LOCKING NUT SPACER C 3317 012 2 O RING PITCH CHANGE ROD LINK PIN UNIT R...

Page 147: ...Spring Assembly to Cylinder Attachment Details Figure 3 15 Piston to Link Arm Attachment Details Figure 3 16 W10139 W10136 W10137 RING RETENTION PLATE RING RETENTION PLATE SCREW CYLINDER SPRING RETAI...

Page 148: ...in units 4 Remove the link pin units 5 Mark the piston and link pins with a felt tip pen or equivalent so the piston can be reinstalled in the same position 6 Slide the link arms out of the piston slo...

Page 149: ...ide of the hub flange to engage the engine flange 11 With a suitable crane hoist and sling carefully move the propeller assembly to the aircraft engine mounting flange NOTE If the propeller is equippe...

Page 150: ...able 3 1 for appropriate mounting hardware NOTE If the propeller is removed between overhaul intervals mounting bolts and washers may be reused if they are not damaged or corroded 18 Use a torque wren...

Page 151: ...r to Figures 3 14 and 3 16 a Reconnect the link arms to the piston b Install the link pin units c Install the link pin unit safety screws d Safety the link pin screws with 0 032 inch 0 81 mm minimum d...

Page 152: ...and then remove the end cap unit b File a flat tangent to the rod no deeper than the depth of the threads at the marked location of the set screw Refer to Figure 3 17 24 Install the check nut onto the...

Page 153: ...frame or engine manufacturer s instructions 32 Install the beta light switch against the pin per airframe manufacturer s instructions 33 Install the spacer and self locking nut onto the front of the r...

Page 154: ...r s manual for spinner installation instructions NOTE 2 The B 3845 8 screws supplied with metal spinner assemblies are 0 500 inch 12 70 mm in length If correct thread engagement cannot be achieved whe...

Page 155: ...es closest to the centerline CAUTION BE SURE THE SCREWS DRAW THE SPINNER DOME TIGHT TO THE BULKHEAD b Tighten the screws until snug then turn an additional 1 8 rotation to achieve an approximate torqu...

Page 156: ...TION ABOUT PROPELLER CRITICAL PARTS REFER TO THE ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST CHAPTER OF THE APPLICABLE OVERHAUL MANUAL S FOR THE IDENTIFICATION OF SPECIFIC PROPELLER CRITICAL PARTS CAUTION 2 TO PREVENT DAM...

Page 157: ...S LIST CHAPTER OF THE APPLICABLE OVERHAUL MANUAL S FOR THE IDENTIFICATION OF SPECIFIC PROPELLER CRITICAL PARTS 1 Remove the spinner dome in accordance with the procedure in the Spinner Dome Removal se...

Page 158: ...OR THE HARTZELL PROPELLER INC OVERHAUL MANUALS 118F 61 10 18 AND 132A 61 10 32 WARNING 3 MAKE SURE THE SLING IS RATED UP TO 800 LBS 363 KG TO SUPPORT THE WEIGHT OF THE PROPELLER ASSEMBLY DURING REMOVA...

Page 159: ...OTE If the propeller is removed between overhaul intervals mounting bolts and washers may be reused if they are not damaged or corroded CAUTION USE ADEQUATE PRECAUTIONS TO PROTECT THE PROPELLER ASSEMB...

Page 160: ...ER TO THE ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST CHAPTER OF THE APPLICABLE OVERHAUL MANUAL S FOR THE IDENTIFICATION OF SPECIFIC PROPELLER CRITICAL PARTS 1 Remove the spinner dome in accordance with the procedure in t...

Page 161: ...k must be removed perform the following procedures 1 Remove the snap ring that retains the carbon block assembly to the beta linkage 2 Remove the carbon block assembly CAUTION MAKE SURE THAT THE BETA...

Page 162: ...OR THE HARTZELL PROPELLER INC OVERHAUL MANUALS 118F 61 10 18 AND 132A 61 10 32 WARNING 3 MAKE SURE THE SLING IS RATED UP TO 800 LBS 363 KG TO SUPPORT THE WEIGHT OF THE PROPELLER ASSEMBLY DURING REMOVA...

Page 163: ...removed between overhaul intervals mounting bolts and washers may be reused if they are not damaged or corroded CAUTION USE ADEQUATE PRECAUTIONS TO PROTECT THE PROPELLER ASSEMBLY FROM DAMAGE WHEN IT I...

Page 164: ...ropeller is equipped with an ice protection system that uses components supplied by Hartzell Propeller Inc refer to Hartzell Propeller Inc Propeller Ice Protection System Manual 180 30 61 80 for appli...

Page 165: ...RT THE WEIGHT OF THE ENGINE IS NOT AUTHORIZED UNAPPROVED INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL TECHNIQUES MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE PROPELLER THAT MAY LEAD TO FAILURE AND RESULT IN AN AIRCRAFT ACCIDENT WARNING 2 DUR...

Page 166: ...be reinstalled and it has been dynamically balanced make an identifying mark on the propeller hub and a matching mark on the engine flange to ensure proper orientation during re installation to preven...

Page 167: ...C 7364 2 spacer is not attached with flat head screws perform the following procedures a Remove the spacer from the hub b Remove and discard the hub to spacer O ring 10 If the C 7364 2 spacer is atta...

Page 168: ...APTER OF THE APPLICABLE OVERHAUL MANUAL S FOR THE IDENTIFICATION OF SPECIFIC PROPELLER CRITICAL PARTS 1 Remove the spinner dome in accordance with the procedure in the Spinner Dome Removal section of...

Page 169: ...INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL TECHNIQUES MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE PROPELLER THAT MAY LEAD TO FAILURE AND RESULT IN AN AIRCRAFT ACCIDENT WARNING 2 DURING PROPELLER REMOVAL AIRFRAME MANUFACTURER S MANUALS AN...

Page 170: ...ODED OR WHEN THE PROPELLER IS REMOVED FOR OVERHAUL 5 Remove the propeller mounting bolts and washers NOTE If the propeller is removed between overhaul intervals mounting bolts and washers may be reuse...

Page 171: ...CAL PARTS NOTE Refer to Figures 3 12 through 3 16 for the Beta Valve System 1 Remove the spinner dome in accordance with the procedure in the Spinner Dome Removal section of this chapter a If the prop...

Page 172: ...ire from the three link pin units 3 Remove the safety screws from the link pin units 4 Remove the link pin units 5 Mark the piston and link pins with a felt tip pen or equivalent so the piston can be...

Page 173: ...OR THE HARTZELL PROPELLER INC OVERHAUL MANUALS 118F 61 10 18 AND 132A 61 10 32 WARNING 3 MAKE SURE THE SLING IS RATED UP TO 800 LBS 363 KG TO SUPPORT THE WEIGHT OF THE PROPELLER ASSEMBLY DURING REMOVA...

Page 174: ...g bolts and washers may be reused if they are not damaged or corroded CAUTION 1 DO NOT ALLOW THE PROPELLER ASSEMBLY TO HIT OR REST ON THE BETA FEEDBACK ROD THIS COULD BEND OR OTHERWISE DAMAGE THE ROD...

Page 175: ...4 Loosen the set screw to clear the threads of the push rod spool and to allow removal of the rod end cap 5 Loosen the rod end cap to break the Loctite bond and remove the rod end cap from the push r...

Page 176: ...ning ring that holds the spring retainer in place 13 Remove the spring retainer from the engine shaft and beta valve 14 Remove the inner and outer springs from the engine shaft and beta valve 15 Slide...

Page 177: ...Propeller Ice Protection Systems 4 3 A Operational Checks and Troubleshooting 4 3 3 Troubleshooting 4 4 A Hunting and Surging 4 4 B Engine Speed Varies with Airspeed 4 5 C Loss of Propeller Control 4...

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Page 179: ...Ice Protection Systems Rev 1 WARNING CONSULT THE PILOT OPERATING HANDBOOK INCLUDING ALL SUPPLEMENTS REGARDING FLIGHT INTO CONDITIONS OF KNOWN ICING THE AIRCRAFT MAY NOT BE CERTIFICATED FOR FLIGHT INT...

Page 180: ...peed above and below desired speed Surging is characterized by a large increase decrease in engine speed followed by a return to set speed after one or two occurrences b If propeller is hunting a cert...

Page 181: ...opeller models will experience small variances in engine speed that are normal and are no cause for concern 2 Increase in engine speed while descending or increasing airspeed a Governor is not reducin...

Page 182: ...lure to Feather or feathers slowly Rev 1 1 Broken feathering spring if applicable 2 Check for proper function and rigging of propeller governor control linkage 3 Check the governor function 4 The prop...

Page 183: ...ed by restarting the engine placing the propeller control in the proper shut down position and then shutting down the engine b For HC B 3 4 5 5 the problem may be solved by using the engine auxiliary...

Page 184: ...ALLY HARMFUL TO THE PROPELLER AVOID OPERATION UNTIL THE PROPELLER CAN BE CHECKED BY A CERTIFIED PROPELLER REPAIR STATION WITH THE APPROPRIATE RATING 1 Check a Control surfaces cowl flaps exhaust syste...

Page 185: ...y an optional task it may be required by the engine or airframe manufacturer to make certain the propeller engine combination is balanced properly before operation 1 Refer to the engine or airframe ma...

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Page 187: ...Installed on Piaggio P 166 DL3 Aircraft 5 5 3 Operational Checks 5 6 A Initial Run up 5 6 B Propeller Ground Idle RPM Check 5 8 C Post Run Check 5 12 D Propeller Ice Protection System 5 12 4 Required...

Page 188: ...Strike Ground Strike 5 31 D Fire Heat Damage 5 33 E Sudden Stoppage 5 33 F Engine Oil Contamination 5 33 7 Long Term Storage 5 34 A Important Information 5 34 LIST OF FIGURES Corrective Action requir...

Page 189: ...section 2 Defects or damage found during the pre flight inspection must be evaluated in accordance with the applicable section in the Testing and Troubleshooting chapter and or the Maintenance Practi...

Page 190: ...KAGE CAN BE AN INDICATION OF A FAILING PROPELLER BLADE OR BLADE RETENTION COMPONENT AN IN FLIGHT BLADE SEPARATION CAN RESULT IN A CATASTROPHIC AIRCRAFT ACCIDENT E Grease Oil Leakage 1 Examine the face...

Page 191: ...rosion and corrosion Additional inspections and corrosion preventative measures are required a Perform blade cleaning within three days after any flight NOTE It is recommended to perform blade cleanin...

Page 192: ...section 2 Perform engine start and warm up in accordance with the Pilot s Operating Handbook POH CAUTION AIR TRAPPED IN THE PROPELLER HYDRAULIC CYLINDER WILL CAUSE PITCH CONTROL TO BE IMPRECISE AND CA...

Page 193: ...occurs shut the engine down determine the cause and correct it before further flight 1 Refer to the section Vibration in the Testing and Troubleshooting chapter of this manual to determine the cause...

Page 194: ...result of a specific vibratory resonant condition known as reactionless mode During operation in these conditions the flight crew cannot feel the resulting high propeller vibration Ground operation a...

Page 195: ...e are any propeller RPM restrictions or limitations Corrective Action Required Figure 5 1 Number of RPM below Minimum Propeller Idle RPM Before further flight retire the blades and hub from service an...

Page 196: ...idle RPM and the total hours of operation the propeller has accumulated a Figure 5 1 applies to an aircraft that is operated in conventional service Hours of Operation refers to the total number of ho...

Page 197: ...in Figure 5 1 does not apply to other propeller restrictions that are above the minimum idle RPM 5 If the corrective action requires a propeller overhaul overhaul the propeller in accordance with the...

Page 198: ...ribed in Figure 5 1 has been violated 1 Refer to the section Contact Information in the Introduction chapter of this manual C Post Run Check 1 After engine shutdown check propeller for signs of grease...

Page 199: ...fied by an airframe manufacturer s maintenance program and approved by the applicable airworthiness agency may not coincide with the inspection time interval specified 1 In this situation the airframe...

Page 200: ...ing the propeller model number denotes left hand rotation i e HC B3TN 5 M N P L b These guide collars require inspection for cracks between the surface of the guide collar and the thin wall of the cou...

Page 201: ...e a For example the initial 150 hour inspection is overflown to 160 hours and then inspected at this time The next inspection must be accomplished 140 flight hours from previous inspection WARNING CLE...

Page 202: ...at in borderline or questionable situations it is preferable to send the propeller to an appropriately licensed propeller repair facility c Record compliance with this inspection in the propeller logb...

Page 203: ...bject to corrosion as well as general deterioration due to aging Under these conditions metal fatigue or mechanical failures can occur 3 To protect your investment and to maximize the safe operating l...

Page 204: ...overhauled propeller may leak slightly during the first several hours of operation This leakage may be caused by the seating of seals and O rings and the slinging of lubricants used during assembly S...

Page 205: ...proved lubricants are listed in the Maintenance Practices chapter of this manual These lubricants have varying separation rates 1 If a clamp seal leaks after the first ten hours of operation consult a...

Page 206: ...h as an O ring gasket or sealant repairs can be accomplished during scheduled maintenance as long as flight safety is not compromised 2 If cracks are suspected additional inspections to verify the con...

Page 207: ...the propeller in accordance with the instructions in this section b Perform troubleshooting and evaluation of possible sources of vibration in accordance with engine or airframe manufacturer s instru...

Page 208: ...accordance with the section Loose Blades in this chapter e Inspect blade track in accordance with the section Blade Track in this chapter CAUTION DO NOT USE BLADE PADDLES TO TURN BLADES 1 Manually by...

Page 209: ...arc c Rotate the propeller by hand in the direction of normal rotation until a blade points directly at the paper Mark the position of the blade tip in relation to the paper d Repeat this procedure wi...

Page 210: ...Play 0 06 inch 1 5 mm b Fore and Aft Movement 0 06 inch 1 5 mm c In and Out Movement 0 032 inch 0 81 mm d Radial Play 0 5 degree 1 degree total pitch change measured at reference station 2 Blade move...

Page 211: ...other damage a Metal Spinners 1 For damage evaluation and repair information refer to Hartzell propeller Inc Manual 127 61 16 27 or a certified propeller repair station with the appropriate rating 2 C...

Page 212: ...Turbine Engine Overspeed Limits Figure 5 4 Duration of Overspeed in Seconds Percent Overspeed Turbine Engines Only Duration of Overspeed in seconds No Action Required 110 115 120 106 60 300 360 125 20...

Page 213: ...r 20 Propeller Owner s Manual 139 300 Turbine Engine Overtorque Limits Figure 5 5 110 115 120 20 102 Duration of Overtorque in Seconds Percent Overtorque Turbine Engines Only No Action Required W10070...

Page 214: ...gine propeller or airframe manufacturer The duration of time at overspeed overtorque for a single event determines the corrective action that must be taken to make sure no damage to the propeller has...

Page 215: ...actual overtorque percentage B Lightning Strike Rev 1 CAUTION ALSO CONSULT ENGINE AND AIRFRAME MANUFACTURER S MANUALS FOR ADDITIONAL INSPECTIONS TO PERFORM AFTER A PROPELLER LIGHTNING STRIKE 1 General...

Page 216: ...ns to the blades temporary operation is not permitted The propeller must be removed from the aircraft disassembled evaluated and or repaired by a certified propeller repair station with the appropriat...

Page 217: ...aft is stationary and the landing gear collapses causing one or more blades to be significantly damaged or where a hangar door or other object strikes the propeller blade s b These cases should be han...

Page 218: ...itch change mechanism 5 Any blade diameter reduction 6 A bent cracked or failed engine shaft 7 Vibration during operation that was not present before the event c Aluminum Blades Nicks gouges and scrat...

Page 219: ...rophic engine failure or seizure the propeller and any engine driven powered accessory must be inspected and repaired in accordance with the applicable component maintenance manual 2 If the sudden sto...

Page 220: ...Inc are not shipped or packaged in a container that is designed for long term storage 2 Long term storage procedures are detailed in Hartzell Propeller Inc Standard Practices Manual 202A 61 01 02 3 In...

Page 221: ...Installation of the A 3044 Beta Feedback Block Assembly 6 14 4 Aluminum Blades 6 15 A Important Information 6 15 B Repair of Nicks and Gouges 6 16 C Repair of Bent Blades 6 19 5 Blade Paint Touch Up 6...

Page 222: ...tection Systems 6 28 A Maintenance Information 6 28 11 Tachometer Calibration 6 28 A Important Information 6 28 B Tachometer Calibration 6 29 LIST OF FIGURES Grease Fitting Figure 6 1 6 4 Lubrication...

Page 223: ...MANUAL S FOR THE IDENTIFICATION OF SPECIFIC PROPELLER CRITICAL PARTS CAUTION 2 BEFORE CLEANING THE PROPELLER BE SURE THE PROPELLER HAS BEEN INSPECTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIRED PERIODIC INSPECTIO...

Page 224: ...Propeller Owner s Manual 139 MAINTENANCE PRACTICES 61 00 39 Page 6 4 Rev 17 Apr 20 Grease Fitting Figure 6 1 GREASE FITTING ONE IN EACH CLAMP HALF D 1490 PLT...

Page 225: ...S AND RESPIRATORY TRACT SKIN AND EYE PROTECTION ARE REQUIRED AVOID PROLONGED CONTACT USE IN WELL VENTILATED AREA CAUTION DO NOT USE ANY SOLVENT DURING CLEANING THAT COULD SOFTEN OR DESTROY THE BOND BE...

Page 226: ...ace of the counterweight clamp 6 Using clean potable water at low pressure rinse the surfaces where the soap solution was applied to remove dirt unwanted material and soap residue 7 Use a clean dry cl...

Page 227: ...F THIS MANUAL FOR INFORMATION ABOUT PROPELLER CRITICAL PARTS REFER TO THE ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST CHAPTER OF THE APPLICABLE OVERHAUL MANUAL S FOR THE IDENTIFICATION OF SPECIFIC PROPELLER CRITICAL PARTS...

Page 228: ...llect a Purchasers of new aircraft should check the propeller logbook to verify whether the propeller was lubricated by the manufacturer during ight testing If it was not lubricated the propeller shou...

Page 229: ...iously used Refer to Figure 6 2 a The same grease type should be used during re lubrication unless the propeller has been disassembled and the old grease removed 1 It is not possible to purge old grea...

Page 230: ...GHT IS PROHIBITED IF THE OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE IS LESS THAN 40 F 40 C AEROSHELL 5 GREASE MUST BE INDICATED ON THE LABEL CAUTION 1 IF A PNEUMATIC GREASE GUN IS USED EXTRA CARE MUST BE TAKEN TO AVOID...

Page 231: ...mbly 7 Reinstall the lubrication fittings on each blade clamp that were removed at the beginning of this procedure 8 Tighten the lubrication fittings until snug a Make sure the ball of each lubricatio...

Page 232: ...a lever bushing can become too close due to a buildup of plating and foreign particles between the two pieces This can cause a binding action resulting in excessive wear to the carbon block unit low s...

Page 233: ...edback Block Assembly and Beta Ring Clearance Figure 6 3 Beta Feedback Block Assembly Figure 6 4 Side clearance 0 001 inch 0 03 mm minimum upon installation Beta Feedback Block Assembly Beta Ring Snap...

Page 234: ...in from the end of the clevis pin b Slide the pin from the assembly and remove and discard the carbon block unit c Inspect the yoke for wear or cracks 1 Replace the yoke if necessary d Install a new c...

Page 235: ...APPROPRIATE RATING OR THE HARTZELL PRODUCT SUPPORT DEPARTMENT FOR BLADE DIMENSIONAL LIMITS CAUTION 2 INSTRUCTIONS AND PROCEDURES IN THIS SECTION MAY INVOLVE PROPELLER CRITICAL PARTS REFER TO THE INTR...

Page 236: ...NOT PERMITTED A STRESS CONCENTRATION MAY EXIST THAT CAN RESULT IN A BLADE FAILURE CAUTION 2 SHOT PEENED BLADES ARE IDENTIFIED WITH AN S IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE BLADE MODEL NUMBER AS DESCRIBED IN THE...

Page 237: ...Limitations Figure 6 5 LOOKING AT LEADING EDGE LOCAL REPAIR LOCAL REPAIR Example 2 LEADING EDGE Example 3 FACE CAMBER APS6157 1 2 3 Finish repair must maintain original airfoil shape 2 5 Inches 63 5 m...

Page 238: ...pe of the blade airfoil 4 Repair damage to the blade face or camber side by removing material from the bottom of the damaged area a Remove material from this point out to both sides of the damage to f...

Page 239: ...ion Painting After Repair in this section C Repair of Bent Blades CAUTION DO NOT ATTEMPT TO PRE STRAIGHTEN A BLADE BEFORE DELIVERY TO A CERTIFIED PROPELLER REPAIR STATION WITH THE APPROPRIATE RATING T...

Page 240: ...6741 146 1 Sherwin Williams White tip stripe F75KXW10309 4311 A 6741 147 1 Sherwin Williams Gray Metallic F75KXM9754 4311 A 6741 148 1 Sherwin Williams Red tip stripe F75KXR12320 4311 A 6741 149 1 Sh...

Page 241: ...ormed in accordance with the instructions in this section a Aluminum Blades Only 1 Blade paint touch up is permitted for any size area on an aluminum blade B Paint 1 The paints listed in Table 6 1 hav...

Page 242: ...mit the solvent to evaporate CAUTION 1 EXCESSIVE SANDING ON COMPOSITE BLADES WILL CAUSE FUZZING OF THE KEVLAR MATERIAL THIS CAN RESULT IN A ROUGH FINISH AND OR DAMAGE TO THE BLADE CAUTION 2 BE SURE TO...

Page 243: ...E TO AVOID CHANGING THE BLADE PROFILE AND OR P STATIC CHARACTERISTICS 8 Apply a sufficient amount of finish coating to achieve 2 to 4 mils thickness when dry a Re coat before 30 minutes or after 48 ho...

Page 244: ...PERMANENTLY DAMAGE THE BLADE REFLECTIVE TAPE MUST BE REMOVED AFTER DYNAMIC BALANCING IS COMPLETED NOTE Dynamic balance is recommended to reduce vibrations that may be caused by a rotating system prope...

Page 245: ...nce with the Maintenance Practices chapter in this manual If grease leakage is evident determine the location of the leak and correct before re lubricating the propeller and dynamic balancing 3 Before...

Page 246: ...ed self locking nut plates provided for this purpose 2 If the location of static balance weights has not been altered subsequent removal of the dynamic balance weights will return the propeller to its...

Page 247: ...t require any additional adjustment a Adjustments may be required after maintenance or because of aircraft variances 1 Adjustments must be done in accordance with the specifications found in the airfr...

Page 248: ...have operating conditions at which the propeller blade stresses begin to reach design limits a In most cases these conditions occur above the maximum rated RPM of the engine b Some engine propeller c...

Page 249: ...c Continuous operation in a restricted RPM range subjects the propeller to stresses that are higher than the design limits d Stresses that are higher than the design limits will shorten the life of t...

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Page 251: ...System Description 7 3 A Overview of an Anti ice System 7 3 B Components of an Anti ice System 7 3 C Anti ice System Operation 7 3 2 De ice System Description 7 4 A Overview of a De ice System 7 4 B C...

Page 252: ...Propeller Owner s Manual 139 ANTI ICE AND DE ICE SYSTEMS 61 00 39 Page 7 2 Rev 17 Apr 20 This page is intentionally blank...

Page 253: ...uid usually isopropyl alcohol onto the propeller blades This liquid mixes with moisture on the blades and lowers the freezing point of the water allowing the water alcohol mixture to flow off of the b...

Page 254: ...GHT INTO KNOWN ICING CONDITIONS EVEN THOUGH AN ICE PROTECTION SYSTEM IS INSTALLED NOTE There are many configurations of de ice systems This section provides a general overview of system operation Cons...

Page 255: ...m It is typically located near the de ice system switches The ammeter may indicate total system load or in twin engine aircraft a separate ammeter may be supplied for each propeller 3 The timer or cyc...

Page 256: ...ice and Anti ice Systems 1 Refer to the applicable chapter s in Hartzell Propeller Inc Ice Protection System Manual 180 30 61 80 to troubleshoot malfunctions in Hartzell de ice and anti ice systems a...

Page 257: ...Propeller Owner s Manual 139 RECORDS 61 00 39 Page 8 1 Rev 17 Apr 20 RECORDS CONTENTS 1 Record Keeping 8 3 A General 8 3 B Information to be Recorded 8 3...

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Page 259: ...opeller system B Information to be Recorded 1 Refer to Part 43 of the U S Federal Aviation Regulations for a list of information that must be recorded 2 The logbook may also be used to record a Propel...

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