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M a n u f a c t u r e r o f C o m p o s i t e C o n s t a n t S p e e d P r o p e l l e r s

WHIRL

WIND

Owner’s Manual

200G & 210G Series

(Rev 2014-2)

WHIRL WIND AVIATION

1419 STATE ROUTE 45 SOUTH

PO BOX 190

AUSTINBURG, OH 44010 U.S.A.

PHONE: 440-275-1540

FAX: 440-275-3192

http://www.whirlwindaviation.com

Email: [email protected]

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Page 1: ...anual 200G 210G Series Rev 2014 2 WHIRL WIND AVIATION 1419 STATE ROUTE 45 SOUTH PO BOX 190 AUSTINBURG OH 44010 U S A PHONE 440 275 1540 FAX 440 275 3192 http www whirlwindaviation com Email support whirlwindaviation com A V I A T I O N Model Serial Number Manufacture Date ...

Page 2: ...r System Operation 5 1 5 1 Performance Considerations 5 1 5 2 First Time Operation 5 3 5 3 First Run Up 5 3 5 4 Inspection After First Run Up 5 4 5 5 Changing the Propeller Pitch 5 5 5 6 Over Speed Warning 5 8 Section 6 Propeller System Inspection 6 1 6 1 Preflight Check 6 1 6 2 50 Hours Inspection 6 2 6 3 Annual Inspection 6 3 Section 7 Propeller Maintenance 7 1 7 1 Teardown Inspection Schedule 7...

Page 3: ...e suggestions only and may not apply to an operator s specific application 1 1 Section 1 Section 1 Introduction 2 1 Description The 200G 210G Series propeller has been designed to maximize the performance of your airplane This propeller delivers exceptional performance for the modern day utility aircraft The exceptional performance is derived from advanced aerodynamic engineering techniques includ...

Page 4: ... in the hub changing their angle of attack pitch Mechanical stops for high and low pitch limit the pitch change travel for the 200G minimum fine pitch of 10 and maximum coarse pitch of 26 for the 210G minimum fine pitch of 9 and a maximum coarse pitch of 25 Refer to the original propeller data sheet for initial factory low pitch setting Do not change the pitch adjustment screw until the propeller ...

Page 5: ...de in the 10 o clock position as shown above The 10 o clock position allows for the easiest hand prop starting of the engine by pulling the left blade down from the 10 o clock position to the approximate 7 o clock position where the magneto snaps and the ignition fires 4 1 Section 4 Section 4 Installation Instructions Step 1 Before beginning installation of the 200G 210G Series propeller system in...

Page 6: ...less safety wire after installation Installation with a one piece rear bulkhead is complete Proceed to Section 4 2 For Two Piece Rear Bulkhead Installation Step 5 Remove the 2 spinner installation plates Save them for future use Step 6 Note the factory position of the spinner rear bulkhead in the spinner dome in relation to the blade cutouts to determine its required position on the propeller hub ...

Page 7: ...ues Increased endurance lower fuel burn can only be obtained at the expense of take off performance A decrease in performance due to a coarser greater blade pitch angle will necessitate a longer take off roll and distance to clear obstacles in the climb out path The chart below shows the general relationship of the three variables 1 Blade pitch angle 2 Endurance fuel burn and 3 Take off roll perfo...

Page 8: ...he blade pitch angle by increments following the propeller pitch changing instructions below For each increase of blade pitch angle repeat the run up to full throttle until the correct pitch setting is found that maintains 2 250 to 2 300 RPM at full power Note The procedure above is recommended to establish baseline settings of blade pitch and resultant engine speeds RPM at full power 2 250 RPM is...

Page 9: ...ndicator labels See Figure 5 2 Turn the adjustment screw CLOCKWISE to DECREASE flatten the blade pitch Turn the adjustment screw COUNTER CLOCKWISE to INCREASE coarsen the blade pitch There are 5 spring loaded detent positions around the circumference of the piston driver see Figures 5 2 and 5 3 As the pitch adjustment screw is turned listen for each click of the detent indicator Each detent positi...

Page 10: ... by a certified A P mechanic 111 to 120 of the max RPM A mandatory teardown inspection at the factory is required above 121 of the max RPM No further use of the propeller is permitted The propeller must be returned to the factory for inspection WARNING Failure to adhere to these guidelines may lead to a catastrophic propeller structural failure Any type of structural failure may result in death or...

Page 11: ... of the composite skin or obvious discoloration Small cracks parallel to and along the nickel edge are allowed as long as the leading edge is not loose Scratches or chips should be sealed as soon as practicable BLADE FERRULES Inspect each aluminum blade ferrule and blade intersection located at the root end of blade where the silicone sealant is visible for movement and or signs of chafing Gently ...

Page 12: ... No movement is allowed There should be no movement between the aluminum ferrule and the blade Notify Whirl Wind Aviation immediately if movement is detected BLADE MOVEMENT Gently shake each propeller blade to feel for blade movement in the hub Blade shake movement is allowed up to 1 8 inch measured from the tip Radial play of up to 2 degrees is acceptable If the check shows values above these tol...

Page 13: ... 7 2 Use of Propeller Log Book Proper maintenance of this logbook is the owners responsibility It is an important record designed for the owners information and protection If the propeller is sold or installed on another aircraft the logbook should be transferred with the propeller New owner information should be registered with Whirl Wind Aviation by calling 440 275 1540 It is recommended that ma...

Page 14: ... Time Total Time Since Overhaul Description of Work Repairman Repair Station Certificate Numbers 8 2 Date Total Propeller Time Total Time Since Overhaul Description of Work Repairman Repair Station Certificate Numbers Date Total Propeller Time Total Time Since Overhaul Description of Work Repairman Repair Station Certificate Numbers Date Total Propeller Time Total Time Since Overhaul Description o...

Page 15: ... Time Total Time Since Overhaul Description of Work Repairman Repair Station Certificate Numbers 8 4 Date Total Propeller Time Total Time Since Overhaul Description of Work Repairman Repair Station Certificate Numbers Date Total Propeller Time Total Time Since Overhaul Description of Work Repairman Repair Station Certificate Numbers Date Total Propeller Time Total Time Since Overhaul Description o...

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