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MODEL(S) PW124B (BS 724/726/896), PW127 (BS 774/897), PW127E (BS 850/1034), PW127F
(BS 918/1033), PW127M (BS 1237) AND PW127N (BS 1324)
Manual Part No. 3037332, Revision No. 59.0, Dated SEP 03/2018
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ENGINE - INSPECTION/CHECK-1
1. General
A. The instructions in this section outline details necessary to perform routine, hot section
component, unscheduled and borescope inspections.
NOTE: Use engine oil (PWC03-001) for general lubrication, unless stated otherwise.
2. Consumable Materials
The consumable materials listed below are referred to in this section. For more data, refer to the
CONSUMABLE MATERIALS section at the beginning of this manual.
WARNING: READ THE MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS BEFORE YOU USE THESE
MATERIALS. SOME MATERIALS CAN BE DANGEROUS.
Item No. Name
PWC03-001 Oil, Engine Lubricating

PWC05-042 Cleaner, Lens
PWC05-043 Tissue, Lens
PWC05-061 Cloth, Abrasive,

(Coated, Crocus)
PWC05-100 Stone, Abrasive, Flexible
PWC05-101 Cloth, Abrasive (No. 320 Grit)
3. Special Tools
Special tools are identified in procedural text by part number in parentheses.
Tool No. Name

PWC30128-15 Puller
PWC34910-101 Borescope Assembly
PWC34910-800 Guide Tube, Fuel Nozzle port
PWC34910-802 Guide Tube, T6 port
PWC34910-804 Guide Tube, Igniter Port
PWC34913 Holding Fixture
PWC34939 Pusher
PWC34960-201 Camera (optional) (Consists of an Olympus OM-
2 Camera incorporating a 50mm f:1.8 lens and a
1-9 focusing screen)
PWC37651 Puller
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4. Fixtures, Equipment and Supplier Tools

The fixtures, equipment and supplier tools listed below are referred to in procedural text.
Name
Fiberscope FBA 4-90T

Magnet
Square-drive Socket Extension, 3/8 in. (9.5 mm)
Swiss File

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5. Periodic Inspection
Refer to (05-20-00, SCHEDULED INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE INTERVALS).

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6. Rotor Components - Service Life

Certain rotating components are subject to low cycle fatigue due to cyclic operation of the engine.
The number of cycles at which the affected components must be replaced is specified in
AIRWORTHINESS LIMITATIONS.

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7. Engines with Defects Outside Specified Limits

Engines with defects outside specified limits (e.g. damaged impellers) may be returned to service
providing the prior approval and substantiation data is obtained from the P&WC Design Approval
Appointee (DAA). (Copies of the substantiation documentation will be supplied to Transport
Canada.) The local airworthiness authority must be informed of the P&WC recommendation.
Operators must supply all relevant details of the defect to:
Pratt & Whitney Canada Corp.
1000 Marie Victorin Blvd.
Longueuil, Quebec
Canada
J4G 1A1
Attention: Customer Support
Customer Help Desk (24-hour service)
US and Canada: 1-800-268-8000
International: (IAC)-8000-268-8000
Other: 1-450-647-8000
Fax: 1-450-647-2888

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8. Low Pressure and High Pressure Impellers - Foreign Object Damage

A. LP Impeller
(1) Visually inspect impeller for dents and nicks (Ref. Fig. 601 and Table 601 ).
NOTE: 1. If any FOD has caused the engine to become prone to engine surges or causes
unusual compressor whining, the engine must be removed immediately.
NOTE: 2. An investigation must be carried out, when damaged impellers are found, to
determine the source of damage and whether the intake bypass system has been
operated correctly. P&WC recommends inspection of the HP impeller when a
damaged LP impeller is found.
NOTE: 3. Precautions must be taken to make sure further damage does not occur.
NOTE: 4. Inspection of the LP impeller may be carried out by a qualified technician with a
suitable light source and viewing the impeller through the air intake duct. Use of
a borescope (Ref. Para. 9.) is optional.
(2) Tools and Materials Required:
• Swiss File
• Abrasive Cloth (PWC05-101)
• Crocus Cloth (PWC05-061)
• Abrasive Stone (PWC05-100)
CAUTION: INSPECT HP IMPELLER BEFORE REWORKING DAMAGED LP IMPELLER
TO DETERMINE IF ENGINE REPLACEMENT IS REQUIRED.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE POWER TOOLS.
(3) Blending Procedure:
NOTE: If the repair is performed by a P&WC approved repair facility, the Critical and
Rotating Components Blend Repair Manual P/N 3040886 can be used.
(a) The length and number of blends per vane are not restricted, except in Area Cc where
only one blend is allowed, providing the blends conform with the following requirements:
1 When the distance between the blended area and vane tip is less than two times
depth, blend up to tip (Ref. View D).
2 Leading edge tip damage - cut triangularly (Ref. View E).
3 In Area Cc, the minimum blend radius is 0.15 in. (3.81 mm).
4 Radius at the edges of a blend must be 0.03 in. (0.76 mm) minimum (Ref. Detail F).
5 In Areas Ca and Cb, the minimum blend Length G must be at least two times Depth H.
The recommended length is three times Depth H (Ref. Detail F).
a General: Except for FOD damage causing engine surge or unusual whining noise
where the engine has to be removed immediately, allowable blend repairs (Ref.
Table 601 ) must be performed within 25 FH following the identification of the LP
impeller damage. Dents in area Cb may be serviceable until blend repair is possible.
Refer to Table 601 for acceptance criteria.
Table 601 LP Impeller Inspection (Full and Splitter Vanes)

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Acceptable
Acceptable
Limits with
Acceptable Acceptable limits Unaccept
Type and Area blending
Limits immediate -able
of Damage repair
Limits monitoring blend Limits
within
repair.
25 hrs
Continue The
in engine
service. must
Monitoring Refer to Refer to be
as per Note 6 Note 7 scheduled
schedule for
inspection removal
05-20-00 immediately.
Dent Dent in Dent Dent If dent If the

Fig. area 0.030 in. more than is dent or
601 Ca (Inner (0.76 mm) 0.030 in. associated blend is
Ref. Leading deep (0.76 mm) with more
Notes edge, maximum deep and raised than
extends and more than material 0.200 in.
1, 2, 1.0 in. 0.060 in. 0.060 in. or (5.08 mm)
3, (25.4 mm) (1.52 mm) (1.52 mm) tears deep
4 and from the long long from
5 root radius. maximum. maximum initial
and to a airfoil
maximum profile,
depth of replace LP
200 in. impeller.
( 5.10 mm) If a crack
must be is found,
blended replace
within LP
25 FH. impeller
Dent Dent in Dent from If dent If dent

Fig. area 0.030 in is are
601 Cb Outer (0.76 mm) associated more
Ref. leading to 0.118 in. with than
Notes edge and (3.00 mm) raise 0.118 in.
blade tip deep material (3.00 mm)
1, 2, extend maximum or deep and
3, from Ca and tears 0.325 in.
4 and to vane tip. 0.325 in. (8.25 mm)
5 (8.25 mm) long,
long are replace
serviceable LP impeller.
with shorter
inspection
intervals
until blend

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Acceptable
Acceptable
Limits with
of Damage repair
within
repair.
25 hrs
Continue The
in engine
service. must
schedule for
inspection removal
repair is
possible.
Dent Dent in Dent If dent If the

Fig. area 0.030 in. is dent
601 Cc (0.76 mm) associated or
Ref. ( Leading deep with blend is
Notes edge root maximum raised more
radius (at and material than
1, 2, leading 0.060 in. or 0.030 in.
3, edge)) (1.52 mm) tears (0.76 mm)
4 and long deep and
5 maximum, 0.060 in.
to (1.52 mm)
a maximum long,
depth of replace
0.040 in. LP impeller.
(1.016 If a crack
mm). is found,
replace LP
impeller.
Dent Area "A" Dent If dent If the dent

Fig. (Vane tip) 0.063 in. is or blend is
601 (1.60 mm) associated more
Ref. deep with than
Notes maximum raised 0.063 in.
and material (1.60 mm)
1, 2, 0.125 in. or deep and
3, (3.17 mm) tears 0.125 in.
4 and long (3.17 mm)
5 maximum long,
replace LP
impeller.
If a
crack

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Acceptable
Acceptable
Limits with
of Damage repair
within
repair.
25 hrs
Continue The
in engine
service. must
schedule for
inspection removal
is found,
replace
LP
impeller
Dent Area "E" Dent Dent more If dent Dent are

Fig. (Vane 0.004 in. than is more
601 sides, (0.10 mm) 0.004 in. associated than
Ref. Suction or deep (0.10 mm) with 0.006 in.
Notes pressure) maximum deep, to a raised ( 0.15 mm)
and maximum material deep and
1, 2, 0.125 in. depth of or 0.025 in.
3, (3.17 mm) 0.006 in. tears (0.63 mm)
4 and long (0.15 mm) long,
5 maximum and replace
0.025 in. LP
(0.63 mm) impeller.
long.
Dent Area "H" Dent Dent more If dent is Dent are

Fig. (Root 0.002 in. than associated more than
601 radius, (0.05 mm) 0.002 in. with 0.003 in.
Ref. away from deep (0.05 mm) raised (0.07 mm)
Notes leading maximum deep, to a material deep and
edge) are maximum or 0.010 in.
1, 2, serviceable. depth of tears (0.25 mm)
3, 0.003 in. long.
4 and (0.07 mm) Replace LP
5 and impeller.
0.010 in.
(0.25 mm)
long.
Dent If any Remove
Fig. FOD has the
601 caused engine
Ref. the engine immediately.

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Acceptable
Acceptable
Limits with
of Damage repair
within
repair.
25 hrs
Continue The
in engine
service. must
schedule for
inspection removal
Notes to become
prone to
1, 2, engine
3, surges or
4 and caused
5 unusual
compressor
whining.
Nick Nick in Nicks Nick more If nick If the nick

Fig. area Ca 0.030 in. than is or blend is
601 (Inner (0.76 mm) 0.030 in. associated more than
Ref. Leading deep (0.76 mm) with 0.200 in.
Notes edge, maximum deep and raised ( 5.08 mm)
1,2,3 extends and more than material deep
and 5 1.0 in. 0.060 in. 0.060 in. or from
(25.4 mm) (1.52 mm) (1.52 mm) tears initial
from the long long airfoil
root radius. maximum. maximum profile,
and to a replace LP
maximum impeller.
depth of If a crack
200 in. is
(5.10 mm) found,
must be replace LP
blended impeller.
within
25 FH.
Nick Nick in Nicks Nick more If nick If the nick

Fig. area Cb 0.030 in. than is or blend is
601 (Outer (0.76 mm) 0.030 in. associated more than
Ref. leading deep (0.76 mm) with 0.250 in.
Notes edge and maximum deep and raised (6.35 mm)
1,2,3 blade tip and more than material deep

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Acceptable
Acceptable
Limits with
of Damage repair
within
repair.
25 hrs
Continue The
in engine
service. must
schedule for
inspection removal
and 5 (extend 0.060 in. 0.060 in. or from

from Ca (1.52 mm) (1.52 mm) tears. initial
to vane long long airfoil
tip)) maximum. maximum profile,
and to a replace LP
maximum impeller.
depth of
250 in.
(6.35 mm)
must be
blended
within
25 FH.
Nick Nick in Nick If nick If the nick

Fig. area Cc 0.030 in. is or blend is
601 (Leading (0.76 mm) associated more than
Ref. edge root deep with 0.030 in.
Notes radius maximum raised (0.76 mm)
1,2,3 (at and material deep and
and 5 leading 0.060 in. or 0.060 in.
edge)) (1.52 mm) tears (1.52 mm)
long long,
maximum, replace LP
to a impeller.
maximum If a crack
depth of is found,
0.040 in. replace LP
(1.016 impeller.
mm).
Nick Area "A" Nick If nick If the nick

Fig. (Vane tip) 0.063 in. is or blend is
601 (1.60 mm) associated more than
Ref. deep with 0.063 in.
Notes maximum raised (1.60 mm)

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Acceptable
Acceptable
Limits with
of Damage repair
within
repair.
25 hrs
Continue The
in engine
service. must
schedule for
inspection removal
1,2,3 and material deep and

and 5 0.125 in. or 0.125 in.
(3.17 mm) tears (3.17 mm)
long long,
maximum replace LP
impeller.
If a crack
is found,
replace LP
impeller
Nick Area "E" Nick Nick If nick If the nick

Fig. (Vane 0.004 in. more than is is more
601 sides, (0.10 mm) 0.004 in. associated than
Ref. Suction deep (0.10 mm) with 0.006 in.
Notes or maximum deep, to a raised (0.15 mm)
1,2,3 pressure) and maximum material deep and
and 5 0.125 in. depth of or 0.025 in.
(3.17 mm) 0.006 in. tears (0.63 mm)
long (0.15 mm) long,
maximum. and replace LP
0.025 in. impeller.
(0.63 mm)
long.
Nick Area "H" Nick Nick If nick If the nick

Fig. (Root 0.002 in. more than is is more
601 radius, (0.05 mm) 0.002 in. associated than
Ref. away from deep (0.05 mm) with 0.003 in.
Notes leading maximum deep, to a raised (0.07 mm)
1,2,3 edge) are maximum material deep and
and 5 serviceable. depth of or 0.010 in.
0.003 in. tears. (0.25 mm)
(0.07 mm) long,
and replace LP
0.010 in. impeller.

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Acceptable
Acceptable
Limits with
of Damage repair
within
repair.
25 hrs
Continue The
in engine
service. must
schedule for
inspection removal
(0.25 mm)
long.
Nick If any Remove

Fig. FOD has the engine
601 caused immediately.
Ref. the engine
Notes to become
1,2,3 prone to
and 5 engine
surges or
caused
unusual
compressor
whining
Bent Bent in Bent LP If airfoil

Fig. area Cb impeller tip bent is
601 (Outer airfoil tips more
Ref. leading (1.000 × than
Note edge 0.125 in. 1.000 ×
5 and maximum) 0.125 in.
blade tip can be (Ref. View
(extend repaired by E. Para (4)),
from Ca cutting than the
to vane blade tip repairable
tip)) triangularly limit,
(Ref. View replace LP
E. Para impeller.
(4)).
Bent If any Remove

Ref. the engine
Note to become
5 prone to

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Acceptable
Acceptable
Limits with
of Damage repair
within
repair.
25 hrs
Continue The
in engine
service. must
schedule for
inspection removal
engine
surges
or caused
unusual
compressor
whining
Crack Crack Remove
Fig. the engine
601 immediately.
Ref.
Notes
3 and
4
Crack If any Remove

Ref. the engine
Notes to become
3 and prone to
4 engine
surges
or caused
unusual
compressor
whining
NOTE: 1. A dent is surface damage without sharp edges. A nick is surface damage with
sharp edges.
NOTE: 2. Nicks of dents must be blended is raised material or tears are present.
NOTE: 3. Serviceable and blend repaired nicks or dents must be monitored, by visual
inspection or with a borescope for the presence of a beginning of a crack (Ref.

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Acceptable
Acceptable
Limits with
of Damage repair
within
repair.
25 hrs
Continue The
in engine
service. must
schedule for
inspection removal
05-20-00, SCHEDULED INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE INTERVALS). Cracks are not

acceptable.
NOTE: 4. Dents (Ref. Area Cb) must be monitored until blend repair is possible, by visual
inspection or with a borescope, every 200 hours for the presence of or
beginning of a crack. Cracks are not acceptable.
NOTE: 5. The length and number of blends per vane are not restricted, refer to EMM,
blending procedure Para 8 (A) (3).
NOTE: 6. Record the size and type of damage found. Blending must be performed within
25 FH following identification of the LP impeller damage. In areas Ca and Cb,
the minimum blend length G must be at least two time depth of H. The
recommended length is tree time depth of H (Ref. Detail F).
NOTE: 7. Dents in area Cb may be serviceable until blend repair is possible. Dents (Ref.
area Cb) must be monitored until blend repair is possible, by visual inspection or
with a borescope, every 200 hours for the presence of or beginning of a crack.
Cracks are not acceptable.

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Figure 601 LP Impeller - Inspection (Full and Splitter

Vanes)

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6 When the distance between the deepest points in two adjacent blended areas is less
than three times depth (H2) of the deepest blend, the blends should be merged (Ref.
Detail J).
7 Rework along and parallel to leading edge, when finish blending.

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8 Break sharp edges 0.003 to 0.015 in. (0.070-0.380 mm) after rework.
9 No tool marks or grooves are permitted after rework.
10 Round bottom of blend.
11 To make sure the amount of rotor unbalance is minimized, after rework, multiply
depth of the blended area(s) with the length(s) (Ref. Note). If the result is more than
0.045 sq. in. (29.032 sq. mm), the opposite vane must be reworked to incorporate
blended area(s) having similar shape(s) and position(s).
NOTE: For triangular cuts, multiply length by depth and divide by 2.
(i.e. length x depth / 2).
(4) Bent airfoil tip repair (Ref. Fig 601, Area K):
(a) Bent airfoil tip can be cut triangularly provided that:
1 Engine generating unusual noises (whining) as a result of a bent airfoil tip can be
repaired and returned to service only if the noise is confirmed to have disappeared
following repair of the airfoil per procedure below.
2 There are no more than two bent airfoil tips on the LP compressor.
3 A visual inspection using 10X magnification glass or a borescope is performed to
ensure that there is no crack in the area of the bent airfoil. Cracks are not
acceptable.
4 Cut the damage airfoil triangularly in accordance with view E on (Ref. Fig 601).
5 Cut the airfoil opposite to the damaged airfoil in the same way to minimize the
impact on the LPC balancing if the amount of material removed is more than 0.045
sq-in.
6 Following the airfoil repair, carry out an engine power assurance check to confirm
that the engine performance is satisfactory and that there is no unusual noise or
vibration emanating from the affected engine. Unusual noise and/or vibration are not
acceptable.
B. HP Impeller
(1) Use a borescope (Ref. Para. 9.) to do a visual inspection of the impeller for dents, nicks,
tears and/or cracks (Ref. Fig. 602).
(2) With the borescope findings, use Table 602 to identify the necessary actions based on the
type and location of damage.

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Figure 602 HP Impeller - Inspection (Full and Splitter

Vanes)
Table 602 HP Impeller Inspection (Full and Splitter Vanes) (Ref. Fig. 602)

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Acceptable Acceptable Acceptable Unacceptable

Type and Area Limits Limits Limits Limits
of Damage NO ACTION CAT #1 CAT #2 CAT #3
The engine
must be
Continue in scheduled
service. for removal
No action Refer to Refer to in less than
required Note 4 Note 5 10 hours.
Dent in Dent less A dent more

area A than than
( Vane tip) 0.500 in. 0.500 in.
(12.7 mm) (12.7 mm)
in length in length.
Dent in A dent less A dent more
area C than than
(Leading 0.500 in. 0.500 in.
edge, (12.7 mm) (12.7 mm)
extends in length. in length.
Dent from
Fig. root
603 radius)
See
Notes Dent in A dent less A dent more
1, 2 area than than
and 3 Cc (Root 0.500 in. 0.500 in.
radius, (12.7 mm) (12.7 mm)
L/E ) in length in length
that is extends
mostly into Area Cc
included
or partially
extend into
area Cc is
serviceable.
No action
required.
Nick in A nick less A nick A nick A nick more

area A than between between than
( Vane tip) 0.020 in. 0.020 to 0.120 to 0.300 in.
(0.51 mm) 0.120 in. 0.300 in. (7.62 mm)
in size is (0.51 - (3.05 - in size.
serviceable. 3.05 mm) 7.62 mm)
No action in size. in size.
required.

Nick area C than between between than
Fig. (Leading 0.020 in. 0.020 to 0.120 to 0.300 in.
604 edge, (0.51 mm) 0.120 in. 0.300 in. (7.62 mm)

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The engine
must be
See extends in size is (0.51 - (3.05 - in size.

Notes from serviceable. 3.05 mm) 7.62 mm)
1, 2 root No action in size. in size.
and 3 radius) required.

area than between between than
Cc (Root 0.020 in 0.020 to 0.040 to 0.080 in.
radius, (0.51 mm) 0.040 in. 0.080 in. (2.03 mm)
L/E ) in size is (0.51 - (1.02 - in size.
required.
Tear in A tear less A tear A tear A tear more

area A than between between than
( Vane tip) 0.020 in. 0.020 to 0.120 to 0.300 in.
(0.51 mm) 0.120 in. 0.300 in. (7.62 mm)
in size is (0.51 - (3.05 - in size.
in size. in size.

Tear area C than between between than
Fig. (Leading 0.020 in. 0.020 to 0.120 to 0.300 in.
605 edge, (0.51 mm) 0.120 in. 0.300 in. (7.62 mm)
See extends in size is (0.51 - (3.05 - in size.
Notes from serviceable. 3.05 mm) 7.62 mm)
1, 2 root in size. in size.
and 3 radius)

area than between between than
Cc (Root 0.020 in. 0.020 to 0.040 to 0.080 in.
radius, (0.51 mm) 0.040 in. 0.080 in. (2.03 mm)
L/E ) in size is (0.51 - (1.02 - in size.
required.
Crack Crack in A crack less A crack A crack A crack more

See area A than between between than 0.300 in.
Notes ( Vane tip) 0.020 in. 0.020 to 0.120 to (7.62 mm)

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The engine
must be
1, 2 (0.51 mm) 0.120 in. 0.300 in. in size.

and 3 in size is (0.51 - (3.05 -
in size. in size.
Crack in A crack less A crack A crack A crack more

area C than between between than
(Leading 0.020 in. 0.020 to 0.120 to 0.300 in.
edge, (0.51 mm) 0.120 in. 0.300 in. (7.62 mm)
extends in size is (0.51 - (3.05 - in size.
from serviceable. 3.05 mm) 7.62 mm)
root in size. in size.
radius)
Crack in Any crack in

area this area
Cc (Root
radius,
L/E )
NOTE: 1. The term "Size", is used for a nick, tear or crack and is defined as the greater
dimension, either length or depth, characterizing the damage.
NOTE: 2. If any FOD has caused the engine to become prone to engine surges or
causes unusual compressor whining, the engine must be removed
immediately.
NOTE: 3. Multiples dents, nicks, tears or cracks are to be considered as one damage
and should be evaluated using the more restrictive criteria applicable.
NOTE: 4. Record the size and type of damage found. Do a subsequent Borescope
inspection after 100 hrs, but not more than 200 hrs. If the subsequent
inspection reveals no change in the condition of the damage from the initial
inspection, no more action is required. If any crack is seen to grow in size or
propagate from the damaged area, or if material is missing since last
inspection, the engine must be scheduled for removal within less than 10
hours.
NOTE: 5. Record the size and type of damage found. Do a subsequent Borescope

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The engine
must be
inspection at intervals not to exceed 200 hours, up to a maximum of 1000 cycles, after
which the engine must be removed. If any crack is seen to grow in size or
propagate from the damaged area, or if material is missing since last
inspection, the engine must be scheduled for removal in less than 10 hours.

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Figure 603 HP Impeller - Example of a Dent

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Figure 604 HP Impeller - Example of a Nick

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Figure 605 HP Impeller - Example of a Tear

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9. Borescope Inspection
A. General
CAUTION: THE BORESCOPE IS FRAGILE AND VULNERABLE TO RADIATION,
SHOCK, TWISTING AND PINCHING. EXTREME CARE IS REQUIRED
DURING HANDLING TO ENSURE DAMAGE AND SERVICEABILITY
PROBLEMS ARE AVOIDED.
CAUTION: EXCESSIVE TWISTING OF FIBERSCOPE CAN SEVER OPTIC FIBERS. DO
NOT ROTATE FIBERSCOPE TIP BY TURNING THE EYEPIECE ONLY.
ASSIST ROTATING MOTION OF EYEPIECE WITH ONE IN SAME
DIRECTION AT PART OF FIBERSCOPE CLOSEST TO ENTRY INTO ENGINE.
CAUTION: HEAT CAN DAMAGE THE BORESCOPE. ENGINE TEMPERATURE MUST BE
LESS THAN 66°C (150°F) BEFORE AN INSPECTION CAN BE CARRIED
OUT. THE NORMAL COOLING PERIOD FOR STANDARD AMBIENT
CONDITIONS IS 40 MINUTES (COLD SECTION) OR TWO HOURS (HOT
SECTION ) AFTER ENGINE SHUTDOWN BUT CAN CHANGE WITH
AMBIENT CONDITIONS. IF REQUIRED, CARRY OUT DRY MOTORING
RUNS TO ACCELERATE COOLING (Ref. AMM).
CAUTION: DO NOT SUBMERGE IN LIQUID.
(1) The borescope is used to inspect the inside of the engine. Access is through ports or
openings created by the removal of components.
NOTE: If required, a camera (PWC34960-201) may be used to photograph the engine
areas being inspected.
B. Side-viewing Adapter (Ref. Fig. 606)
(1) The side-viewing adapter is used to inspect components located at a nominal 90-degree
angle to the fiberscope distal tip. A ring is installed to protect the distal end when the side-
viewing adapter is not fitted.
(2) Installation:
(a) Hold the fiberscope as closely as possible to the distal end and remove the protective
ring.
CAUTION: INSTALL THE SIDE-VIEWING ADAPTER CAREFULLY. IF NOT

INSTALLED AND TIGHTENED CORRECTLY, THE ADAPTER COULD FALL
INTO THE ENGINE. OVERTIGHTENING THE ADAPTER COULD DAMAGE
THE DISTAL END.
(b) Hold the fiberscope as close as possible to the distal end. Install the adapter, ensuring
the indexing slot and lug are aligned. Torque the adapter fingertight.
(3) Removal:
(a) Hold the fiberscope as close as possible to the distal end and remove the side-viewing
adapter.
CAUTION: INSTALL THE PROTECTIVE RING CAREFULLY. IF NOT INSTALLED AND

TIGHTENED CORRECTLY, THE RING COULD FALL INTO THE ENGINE.
OVERTIGHTENING THE RING COULD DAMAGE THE DISTAL END.
(b) Hold the fiberscope as close as possible to the distal end and install the protective ring.
Torque the ring fingertight.

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Figure 606 Side-viewing Adapter - Removal/Installation

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C. Light Source
NOTE: Specify power requirements when purchasing borescope.
(1) A halogen lamp is used to provide lighting from either a 110V, 60-cycle or a 220V, 50-cycle
power supply.
(2) Remove the top cover from the light source to replace the lamp.
(3) Set intensity knob at maximum for best results.
(4) Before installing light source, refer to manufacturer's instructions.
D. Camera
(1) General:
(a) The camera (PWC34960-201) is used with the borescope to photograph internal engine
components. It must be equipped with a 50 mm f: 1.8 lens.
(2) Installation:
CAUTION: DO NOT USE COMPRESSED AIR TO CLEAN THE CAMERA, BORESCOPE

OR ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
(a) Clean the camera viewfinder, focusing screen and 50 mm lens with lens cleaning tissue
(PWC05-043) and lens cleaner (PWC05-042).
(b) Install the focusing screen in the camera.
(c) Install the 50 mm lens.
(d) Install the camera adapter on the lens.
(e) Load the camera with film (Ref. Camera Handbook).
(f) Set the camera film speed to suit the film and the exposure compensation to -2 (Ref.
Camera Handbook).
(g) Release the knurled screw on the outer ring of the camera adapter and align the
bayonet slots with those on the inner ring.
(h) Align the bayonet slots of the adapter and install the camera on the borescope eyepiece
pins.
(i) Turn the outer ring of the adapter to lock the camera on the borescope.
(j) Torque the knurled screw on the adapter fingertight.
(k) To obtain alignment, hold the eyepiece and turn the camera.
NOTE: Make sure the distal end is not moved when taking photographs.
(3) Removal:
(a) Release the knurled knob on the camera adapter.
(b) Turn the outer ring of the camera adapter to align the bayonet slots and remove the
camera from the eyepiece.
(c) Remove the camera adapter from the lens.
(d) Rewind film (Ref. Camera Handbook) and remove the film from the camera and, using
a label, add the following data:
• Engine serial number.

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• Date and area or component photographed.

• Engine operating time or cycles since last overhaul.
• Reason for borescope inspection (suspected foreign object damage, low power,
etc.).
E. Guide Tubes
(1) General:
(a) Guide tubes are used to guide the fiberscope distal end to an intended location inside
the engine.
(2) Guide Tube Types:
(a) There are two guide tubes:
• Flexible guide tube installed in the T6 thermocouple port.
• Rigid guide tube installed in the fuel manifold adapter port.
(3) Installation and Removal:
(a) Installation and removal are covered in the appropriate paragraphs.
F. Troubleshooting
(1) The possible sources of, and remedies for, problems encountered when using the borescope
are shown in Table 603 .
Table 603 Borescope Troubleshooting
PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOURCE REMEDY
Poor illumination Oil or dirt on distal tip or Clean using lens cleaner
side-viewing adapter prism (PWC05-042) and lens
tissue (PWC05-043).
Light source intensity Set switch at high.

switch set at low
Defective lamp in Replace lamp.

light source
Damaged borescope Return to

light tube manufacturer for
repair.
Defective transformer Return to

manufacturer for
repair.
Poor definition Diopter ring not Adjust to suit eyes.

adjusted correctly
Damaged fibers in Return to

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PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOURCE REMEDY
dots repair.
through viewer)
Poor illumination See previous problem.
Flexible guide tube Damaged control wires Return to

(PWC34910-802) or in guide tube or fiberscope manufacturer for
fiberscope repair.
distal end does not move
when control knobs are turned
NOTE: Repairs should be carried out only by the manufacturer.
G. Low Pressure Impeller

(1) General:
(a) Borescope inspection of the low pressure impeller can be carried out using three
different access routes and without the use of a guide tube.

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Figure 607 LP Impeller - Borescope Inspection
(2) Inspection Through the Air Intake Duct (Ref. Fig. 607)

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(a) Remove the air intake duct (Ref. AMM).

(b) Clamp the holding fixture (PWC34913) to a convenient surface.
(c) Clamp the borescope eyepiece to the fixture and connect the light source.
CAUTION: WITHDRAW THE FIBERSCOPE FROM THE VICINITY OF THE IMPELLER

BEFORE THE LATTER IS ROTATED.
(d) Using the fiberscope and rotating the impeller manually, inspect for damage (Ref. Para.
8.).
(e) Remove borescope and holding fixture.
(f) Install air intake duct (Ref. AMM).
(3) Inspection Through the Rear Inlet Case Port (Ref. Fig. 607)
(a) Remove nut (7, Fig. 608) and bolt (8).

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Figure 608 LP Impeller Borescope Inspection Port

Cover/Nozzle - Removal/Installation

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1. Bolt
2. Washer
3. Cover
4. Wash Nozzle
5. Packing
6. Bracket
7. Nut
8. Bolt
(b) Remove bolts (1), washer (2), bracket (6), cover (3) using puller (PWC37651), or wash
nozzle (4) using puller (PWC30128-15) and packing (5). Discard packing.
CAUTION: EXTREME CARE MUST BE TAKEN TO ENSURE FOREIGN OBJECTS DO

NOT FALL INTO THE OPEN PORTS.
(c) Remove the most accessible diffuser exit duct (Ref. 72-30-00).
(d) Clamp the holding fixture (PWC34913) to a convenient surface.
(e) Secure the borescope eyepiece to the fixture, connect the light source and insert the
fiberscope into the inspection port.

(f) Inspect the impeller for damage (Ref. Para. 8.).
NOTE: Rotate the impeller using pusher (PWC34939) through the exit duct port.
(g) Remove the fiberscope and holding fixture.
(h) Lubricate packing (5) with engine oil (PWC03-001) and install on cover (3) or wash
nozzle (4).
(i) Install cover or wash nozzle, washer (2), bracket (6) and bolts (1). Torque bolts 32 to
36 lb.in. (3.62-4.07 Nm).
(j) Install bolt (8) and nut (7) to secure clamp holding oil tube to bracket. Torque nut 36 to
40 lb.in. (4.07-4.52 Nm).
(k) Install the diffuser exit duct (Ref. 72-30-00).
(4) Inspection Through the Diffuser Exit Duct Port (Ref. Fig. 607)
CAUTION: EXTREME CARE MUST BE TAKEN TO ENSURE FOREIGN OBJECTS DO

NOT FALL INTO THE OPEN PORTS.
(a) Remove the most accessible diffuser exit duct (Ref. 72-30-00).
(c) Secure the borescope eyepiece to the fixture, connect the light source and insert the
fiberscope into the exit duct port.
(d) Inspect the impeller for damage (Ref. Para. 8.).
NOTE: When necessary, remove fiberscope and rotate impeller using pusher
(PWC34939).
(e) Remove the fiberscope and holding fixture.
(f) Install the diffuser exit duct (Ref. 72-30-00).
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trouble shooting and engine ground run (Ref. 72-30-00, COMPRESSOR SECTION -
MAINTENANCE PRACTICES).
H. High Pressure Impeller
(1) Remove the starter-generator drive cover (Ref. 72-20-00)) and install a square-drive socket
extension.
CAUTION: EXTREME CARE MUST BE TAKEN TO ENSURE FOREIGN OBJECTS DO NOT
FALL INTO THE OPEN PORTS.
(2) Remove the most accessible diffuser exit duct (Ref. 72-30-00).
(3) Clamp the holding fixture (PWC34913) to a convenient surface.
(4) Secure the borescope eyepiece to the fixture, connect the light source and insert the
fiberscope into the exit duct port (Ref. Fig. 609).

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Figure 609 HP Impeller - Borescope Inspection

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(5) Inspect the impeller for damage (Ref. Para. 8.).
NOTE: Rotate the impeller using a socket extension installed in the starter- generator
driveshaft.
(6) Remove the fiberscope and holding fixture.
(7) Install the diffuser exit duct (Ref. 72-30-00).
(8) Remove the socket extension and install the starter-generator drive cover (Ref. 72-20-00).
I. Fuel Pump and Oil Pump Drive Bevel Gears
(1) Remove oil pump drive cover (Ref. 72-20-00).
(2) Clamp holding fixture (PWC34913) to a convenient surface.
(3) Secure borescope eyepiece to fixture, connect light source and insert fiberscope into
aperture.
(4) Inspect gear teeth for damage (Ref. Inspection/Check-02).
NOTE: For viewing and inspecting all teeth, retract fiberscope and rotate gears using a
3/8 in. (9.5 mm) square-drive socket extension installed on starter-generator
driveshaft (Ref. 72-20-00 for removal of starter-generator drive cover) .
(5) Remove all borescope equipment and socket extension.
(6) Reinstall oil pump drive cover and starter-generator drive cover (Ref. 72-20-00).
J. Accessory Drive Bevel Gears (Towershaft)
(1) Remove accessory drive cover (Ref. 72-30-00).
aperture.
NOTE: For viewing and inspecting all teeth, retract fiberscope and rotate gears using a
driveshaft (Ref. 72-20-00 for removal of starter-generator drive cover).
(6) Reinstall accessory drive cover (Ref. 72-30-00) and starter-generator drive cover (Ref. 72-
20-00).
K. Starter-generator Drive Gear
(1) Remove NH sensor (Ref. 72-01-60, REMOVAL/INSTALLATION).
aperture.
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driveshaft (Ref. 72-20-00 for removal of starter-generator drive cover).

(6) Reinstall NH sensor (Ref. 72-01-60, REMOVAL/INSTALLATION) and starter-generator cover
(Ref. 72-20-00).
L. Intercompressor Case Air Plenum (Ref. Fig. 610)

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Figure 610 Intercompressor Case Air Plenum - Borescope
Inspection

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(1) Remove NL pulse pickup probe (Ref. 72-01-60).

NOTE: Pre-SB21486: If more convenient, use alternate port.
(3) Insert fiberscope into NL pickup probe port, connect light source and secure eyepiece to
holding fixture.
(4) Inspect the bottom of inter-compressor case air plenum for oil accumulation and debris
which, if found, must be handled as follows:
(a) HP Impeller Shroud Retaining Bolts:
1 An engine may be returned to service with a maximum of three bolts missing
provided:
a The bolts and associated keywashers are removed from the engine.
b A borescope inspection confirms the remaining bolts have not become loose and
no more than two adjacent bolts are missing.
c Do a borescope inspection again at every aircraft "A" check until you repair the
condition.
(b) Other Debris:
1 Remove with a magnet, and send to an approved laboratory to be analyzed (Ref.
Maintenance Practices).
(c) Oil accumulation:
1 Refer to the inspection procedure, Intercompressor Case P2.5 Cavity Inspection (Ref.
72-01-50, OIL SYSTEM, INSPECTION/CHECK) and fault isolation chart Oil on Flanges
E and/or F (Ref. 72-00-01, ENGINE - FAULT ISOLATION).
(5) Remove the fiberscope and holding fixture.
(6) Install NL pulse pickup probe (Ref. 72-01-60).
M. No. 5 Bearing Cavity (Ref. Fig. 611)

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Figure 611 No. 5 Bearing Cavity - Borescope Inspection

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NOTE: Due to casting differences, access holes into No. 5 bearing cavity may vary in size.
This could require the use of a smaller borescope to enter the cavity.
(1) Remove No. 5 bearing scavenge oil tube assembly (Ref. 72-01-50).
(3) Carefully insert borescope 11.4 in. (29.0 cm) into inter-compressor case (ICC) No. 5
bearing oil scavenge passage in the direction opposite to the flight direction.
NOTE: Use of a side-viewing adapter to inspect the bearing cavity is not recommended
due to the difficulties encountered locating the entrance hole to the bearing cavity.
(4) Insert the borescope a further 2.0 in. (5.0 cm) into the scavenge passage through the hole
in the housing (Ref. View B) until one bearing roller can be clearly seen.
(5) Inspect bearing for:
• Fracture of the cage.
• Excessive cage roller pocket wear, shown by enlarged corners and raised material
adjacent to the roller side face.
• Excessive wear and scratches on end face of any roller.
• Excessive wear on the crown of any roller or thin bright lines at the same axial location
on the crown of every roller.
NOTE: 1. Normal cage appearance after engine running shows no fractures, its color is
either silver, light gold, gold or oil stained and its end face may have been
machined over one segment during balancing. Also there may be raised material
(silver plate) 0.020 in. max (0.508 mm) high next to roller pocket tang. To
compare, tang is 0.050 in. (1.270 mm) high.
NOTE: 2. Normal roller appearance after engine running shows a light grey to dark grey,
light gold, gold or oil stained color. Under normal wear the end face has a thin
0.005 to 0.025 in. (0.127-0.635 mm) bright circumferential line at the edge, and
the crown has thin bright line(s) which may occasionally appear around the
circumference of any number of rollers at random axial locations.
NOTE: 3. To rotate the HP rotor to inspect the complete bearing, remove starter-
generator drive cover, install a 3/8 in. (9.5 mm) square-drive extension and
rotate the starter-generator driveshaft. Rotate the rotor in the direction in which
the rollers roll away from the tip of the borescope.
(6) Remove the borescope and holding fixture.
(7) Install No. 5 bearing scavenge oil tube assembly (Ref. 72-01-50).
N. Combustion Chamber Liner Assembly, HP Turbine Vane Ring Segments and HP Turbine Blades
CAUTION: MAKE SURE THAT THE FOREIGN OBJECTS DO NOT FALL INTO THE
ENGINE.
(1) Preparation:
(a) Remove the left-hand side igniter (Ref. 72-01-20).
(c) Connect the light source (RH-150A3) and attach the eyepiece to the holding fixture.
CAUTION: MAKE SURE THAT THE ENGINE TEMPERATURE IS BELOW 60°C (140°F)

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CAUTION: TAKE EXTRA CARE TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE BORESCOPE WHEN

YOU REMOVE IT FROM THE ENGINE.
(2) Inspection of Liners, Small Exit Duct (SED) and Fuel Nozzle Tip Area:
(a) Insert the borescope into the left-hand side igniter port until its entry point is visible.
(b) Inspect the combustion chamber liner assembly for damage (Ref. Inspection/Check-02)
using the left-hand side igniter port for complete coverage.
(c) Remove the borescope from the engine.
NOTE: The entire combustion chamber formed by the SED and inner and outer liner
assemblies can be inspected through one igniter port.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE FORCE WHEN YOU PUT THE GUIDE TUBE.
(3) Inspection of High-Pressure Turbine Vanes (HPT Vanes) and Small Exit Duct (SED):
(a) Insert guide tube (PWC34910-804) into left-hand port in a downward direction, turn it
counterclockwise until fully installed.
NOTE: When you do a borescope inspection through one igniter port, it lets a 360
degree coverage of the leading edges and pressure sides of all HPT vane
segments. Record the location and depth of important damages which is
necessary for more inspections to determine the rate of deterioration and to
make sure the inspection limits are not exceeded.
(b) Put the borescope into the guide tube and turn the borescope to move around engine
axis in front of HPT vanes segment.
(c) Put borescope 360 degrees around engine axis until its entry point is visible.
(d) Retract borescope and do the inspection of HPT vanes and SED for damage (Ref. 72-
00-00, Engine - Inspection/Check-02).
(4) Inspection of High-Pressure Turbine Vane Trailing Edges (HPT Vane T/E), High-Pressure
Turbine Blades (HPT Blades) and High-Pressure Turbine Shrouds (HPT Shrouds)
(a) Enter the borescope into the guide tube (PWC34910-804) between two HPT vane
segments to move around engine axis in front of HPT Blades.
(b) Insert borescope 360 degrees around engine axis until its entry point is visible (Ref.
Fig. 614).
(c) Retract the borescope and examine the HPT vane trailing edges, the HP turbine blades
and the HPT shrouds for damage.
(5) Inspection Completion:
(a) Remove the borescope, rigid guide tube (PWC34910-804) and holding fixture
(PWC34913).
(b) Install the igniter (Ref. 72-01-20, IGNITION SYSTEM - REMOVAL/INSTALLATION).

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Figure 612 Combustion Chamber Liner Assembly - Borescope
Inspection

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Figure 613 HP Turbine Vane Ring Segments and Small Exit Duct
- Borescope Inspection

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Figure 614 HPT Vane T/E, HPT Blades and HPT Shrouds -
Borescope Inspection

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O. LP Turbine Blades and Stator Assembly

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(1) Remove the T6 thermocouples and adapters (Post-SB21319) (Ref. 72-01-60).

CAUTION: MAKE SURE ENGINE TEMPERATURE IS BELOW 66°C (150°F).
(2) Install flexible guide tube (PWC34910-802) as follows (Ref. Fig. 615):
CAUTION: TO AVOID INTERNAL DAMAGE, INSERT GUIDE TUBE SLOWLY AND

WITHOUT FORCING.
(a) Make sure guide tube flexible end is straight.
(b) Insert guide tube through T6 thermocouple threaded port, screw fingertight (four turns
minimum) and stop when arrows are parallel to engine axis.
(c) Attach with knurled sleeve.
NOTE: 1. To orient the flexible tip toward the PT (first-stage) or LP stator and disk,
turn the hand knob clockwise or counterclockwise. Pull hand knob to lock
flexible tip in position.
NOTE: 2. Fiberscope may be inserted into flexible guide tube before or after
installation of flexible guide tube.
(4) Secure borescope eyepiece to the holding fixture and connect the light source.
(5) Slowly insert fiberscope into guide tube while looking through eyepiece. Stop inserting
fiberscope as soon as distal tip passes through guide tube.

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Figure 615 LP Turbine Blades and Stator Assembly - Borescope
Inspection

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(6) Slowly rotate guide tube control knob to point fiberscope towards LP turbine blades. After
reaching stop, pull control knob out to lock guide tube into position.
CAUTION: ENSURE FIBERSCOPE TIP IS NOT BETWEEN TURBINE BLADES WHEN
THE LATTER ARE ROTATED.
(7) Rotate the LP turbine rotor using either of the following methods:
(a) Remove most accessible diffuser exit duct (Ref. 72-30-00) and rotate LP impeller, using
pusher (PWC34939).
(b) Remove the air intake duct (Ref. AMM) and rotate the LP impeller manually.
(8) Inspect LP turbine blades for damage (Ref. Inspection/Check-02), swivelling eyepiece to
move the distal end of the fiberscope.
CAUTION: ENSURE LP TURBINE ROTOR IS NOT TURNED WHEN LP TURBINE
STATOR ASSEMBLY IS BEING INSPECTED.
(9) Loosen guide tube knurled sleeve sufficiently to allow tube to move and facilitate insertion
of fiberscope distal end between LP turbine blades. Retighten sleeve.
(10)Push fiberscope slowly through guide tube until LP turbine stator vanes can be inspected for
damage. The following must be carried out to inspect the complete LP stator assembly (Ref.
Inspection/Check-02):
(a) Remove the fiberscope and holding fixture.
CAUTION: ENSURE FLEXIBLE TIP IS UNLOCKED AND STRAIGHT BEFORE

CARRYING OUT ANY REMOVAL STEPS.
(b) Remove the flexible guide tube.
(c) Repeat the installation, inspection and removal procedures at the remaining T6 ports.
(11)Install the diffuser exit duct (Ref. 72-30-00) or the air intake duct (Ref. AMM).
(12)Install the T6 thermocouples and adapters (Post-SB21319) (Ref. 72-01-60).
P. Power Turbine Stator Assembly and First-stage Blades
(1) Remove the T6 thermocouples and adapters (Post-SB21319) (Ref. 72-01-60).

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Figure 616 Power Turbine Stator Assembly and First-stage
Blades - Borescope Inspection

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CAUTION: MAKE SURE ENGINE TEMPERATURE IS BELOW 66°C (150°F).

(2) Install flexible guide tube (PWC34910-802) as follows (Ref. Fig. 616):
CAUTION: TO AVOID INTERNAL DAMAGE, INSERT GUIDE TUBE SLOWLY AND

WITHOUT FORCING.
(a) Make sure guide tube flexible end is straight.
(b) Insert guide tube through T6 thermocouple threaded port, screw fingertight (four turns
minimum) and stop when arrows are parallel to engine axis.
(c) Attach with knurled sleeve.
NOTE: 1. To orient the flexible tip toward the PT (first-stage) or LP stator and disk,
turn the hand knob clockwise or counterclockwise. Pull hand knob to lock
flexible tip in position.
NOTE: 2. Fiberscope may be inserted into flexible guide tube before or after
installation of flexible guide tube.
(4) Secure the borescope eyepiece to the holding fixture and connect the light source.
(5) Slowly insert the fiberscope into the guide tube. Look through eyepiece and stop inserting
as soon as the distal tip passes through the guide tube.
(6) Slowly rotate the guide tube control knob to point the fiberscope towards the power turbine
stator. After reaching the stop, pull the control knob out to lock the guide tube into position.
(7) Inspect the power turbine stator for damage (Ref. Inspection/Check-02), swivelling the
eyepiece to move the distal tip of the fiberscope.
NOTE: Inspection of the complete power turbine stator should be carried out after the
first-stage power turbine blades have been checked.
(8) Loosen the guide tube knurled sleeve sufficiently to allow the tube to move and facilitate
insertion of the fiberscope distal end between the stator vanes. Retighten the sleeve.
(9) Push the fiberscope slowly through the guide tube until the distal tip is adjacent to the first-
stage power turbine blades.
CAUTION: TO AVOID DAMAGE TO DISTAL TIP, ENSURE IT IS RETRACTED FROM
TURBINE BLADES BEFORE ROTATING TURBINE. DUE TO GEAR RATIO,
PROPELLER SHAFT MUST BE ROTATED SLOWLY.
(10)Inspect the first-stage power turbine blades for damage (Ref. Inspection/Check-02). To
alter blade position, rotate the propeller shaft slowly or, if accessible, the second-stage
power turbine.
(11)Inspect the complete power turbine stator for damage (Ref. Inspection/Check-02) as
follows:
(a) Remove the fiberscope and holding fixture.
CAUTION: ENSURE FLEXIBLE TIP IS UNLOCKED AND STRAIGHT BEFORE

CARRYING OUT ANY REMOVAL STEPS.
(b) Push in and turn the guide tube control knob to straighten flexible tip.
(c) Remove the guide tube.
(d) Repeat the installation, inspection and removal procedures at the remaining T6 ports.

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(12)Install the T6 thermocouples and adapters (Post-SB21319) (Ref. 72-01-60).

Q. No. 6 and 7 Bearing Vent Transfer Tube
(1) Disconnect and remove No. 6 and 7 bearing vent tube assembly from transfer tube (Ref.
72-01-50, REMOVAL/INSTALLATION).
CAUTION: TAKE EXTREME CARE WHEN INSERTING BORESCOPE TO ENSURE
CARBON DOES NOT FALL INTO THE NO. 6 AND 7 BEARING HOUSING.
(2) Slowly insert the fiberscope down into the No. 6 and 7 bearing vent transfer tube.
(3) Examine transfer tube walls for carbon deposits which obstruct air flow.
NOTE: A thin layer of soot is considered normal. A carbon deposit covering a maximum of
approximately 25% of the transfer tube cross section is acceptable.
(4) A carbon deposit covering a maximum of approximately 25% of the tube cross section is
acceptable. If carbon deposit is less then 25%, reinstall bearing vent tube (Ref. 72-10-50,
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION).
(5) If carbon over maximum allowable is observed, proceed as follows:
CAUTION: UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES MUST ANY ATTEMPT BE MADE TO

REMOVE CARBON WITHOUT REMOVING TRANSFER TUBE.
(a) Remove transfer tube (Ref. 72-01-50, REMOVAL/INSTALLATION) .
(b) Clean transfer tube (Ref. 72-01-50, CLEANING/PAINTING).
(c) Install transfer tube (Ref. 72-01-50, REMOVAL/INSTALLATION).
(6) Install and reconnect vent tube assembly (Ref. 72-01-50, REMOVAL/INSTALLATION).
R. Second-stage Power Turbine Blades and Vane Ring
(1) General
(a) Borescope inspection of second-stage power turbine blades can be carried out using
two different access routes and without use of a guide tube. The vane ring should be
inspected only through exhaust duct.
(2) Inspection Through Inspection Port (second-stage power turbine blades)
(a) Do the following:
1 Pre-SB21053/ SB21136
a Remove bolts (1, Fig. 617), cover (2) and gasket (3). Discard gasket.
2 Post-SB21053/ SB21136
a Remove security bolts and loosen No. 5 bearing vent tube (Post-SB21053) and
inter-compressor case drain tube (Post-SB21136) (Ref. 72-01-50,
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION) sufficiently to permit the fiberscope to be inserted into
the inspection port.
(b) Clamp holding fixture (PWC34913) to a convenient surface.

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Figure 617 Borescope Inspection Port Cover -

Removal/Installation
1. Bolt
2. Cover

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3. Gasket
(c) Secure borescope eyepiece to fixture, connect light source and insert fiberscope into
the inspection port (Ref. Fig. 618).

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Figure 618 Second-stage Power Turbine Blades -

Borescope Inspection
CAUTION: ENSURE DISTAL TIP OF FIBERSCOPE IS NOT BETWEEN POWER

TURBINE BLADES WHEN LATTER ARE ROTATED. DUE TO GEAR RATIO,
PROPELLER SHAFT MUST BE ROTATED SLOWLY.

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(d) Inspect the second-stage power turbine blades for damage (Ref. Inspection/Check-02).
Rotate the propeller shaft slowly to alter blade position.
(f) Do the following:
1 Pre-SB21053/ SB21136
a Install gasket (3, Fig. 617), cover (2) and bolts (1). Torque bolts 36 to 40 lb.in.
(4.07-4.52 Nm).
2 Post-SB21053/ SB21136
a Secure No. 5 bearing vent tube (Post-SB21053) and inter-compressor case drain
tube (Post-SB21136) (Ref. 72-01-50, REMOVAL/INSTALLATION).
(3) Inspection through the Exhaust Duct (second-stage power turbine blades and vane ring):
(a) Remove the tailpipe (Ref. AMM).
(c) Secure the borescope eyepiece to the fixture, connect the light source and, using the
fiberscope, inspect the second-stage turbine blades for damage (Ref. Inspection/Check-
02).
CAUTION: DO NOT ROTATE POWER TURBINE WHEN INSPECTING VANE RING.

(d) Insert the distal tip of the fiberscope between the second-stage power turbine blades
and inspect the power turbine vane ring for damage (Ref. Inspection/Check-02).
(f) Install the tailpipe (Ref. AMM).
S. RGB First-stage Helical and Input Shaft Gears

MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Figure 619 Front Inlet Case Coupling Shaft/RGB Gear
Inspection Port Cover - Removal/Installation

MAINTENANCE MANUAL
1. Bolt
2. Washer (Pre-SB21199)
3. Cover (Pre-SB20862)
4. Packing (Pre-SB20862)
5. Cover (Post-SB20862)
6. Packing (Post-SB20862)
7. Packing with Retainer (Post-SB21199)
8. Cover (Post-SB21205) (not illustrated)

MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Figure 620 RGB Layshaft Pinion Gear - Inspection of
(1) PW124B (Pre-SB21149) (Input Shaft Gear)

MAINTENANCE MANUAL
(a) Remove bolts (1, Fig. 619), washers (2) (Pre-SB21199) or packings with retainers (7)
(Post-SB21199), front inlet case cover (3) (Pre-SB20862) or (5) (Post-SB20862) or (8)
(Post-SB21205) and packing (4) (Pre-SB20862) or (6) (Post-SB20862). Discard
packing.
(c) Secure borescope eyepiece to holding fixture and connect light source.
(d) If necessary, clean fiberscope, using a lint-free cloth.
(e) Slowly insert fiberscope into gearbox through front inlet case coupling shaft port and
into access slot (Ref. Fig. 620).
(f) Inspect teeth on layshaft pinion gear for damage (Ref. Inspection/Check-02).
CAUTION: TO AVOID DAMAGE, WITHDRAW FIBERSCOPE FROM GEARBOX BEFORE

TURNING PROPELLER SHAFT.
(g) Withdraw fiberscope from gearbox and turn propeller shaft 5 degrees CW.
NOTE: It may be necessary to use lens tissue (PWC05-043) and lens cleaner (
PWC05-042) to remove oil film from distal tip lens.
(h) Repeat steps (e), (f) and (g) until all teeth have been inspected. Refer to
Inspection/Check-02 for inspection limits.
NOTE: Keeping a reduction gearbox in service while a removal is planned may
substantially increase the cost of repair/refurbishment due to further gear
and/or bearing damage.
(i) Remove fiberscope, light source and fixture.
(j) Lubricate packing (4, Fig. 619) (Pre-SB20862) or (6) (Post-SB20862), using engine oil (
PWC03-001) and install on cover (3) (Pre-SB20862) or (5) (Post-SB20862) or (8) (Post-
SB21205).
(k) Install cover, washers (2) (Pre-SB21199) or packings with retainers (7) (Post-
SB21199) and bolts (1). Torque bolts 36 to 40 lb.in. (4.07-4.52 Nm).
(2) PW124B (Post-SB21149), PW127, PW127E, PW127F,PW127M and PW127N:
(a) Remove rear nuts (1, Fig. 621), washers (2) and cover (3) from left and right-hand
side of gearbox. Discard packings (4).
NOTE: Although not as effective, both helical and input gears can be inspected
through one of the ports if access to one side of the engine is restricted.

MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Figure 621 RGB Borescope Inspection Covers -

Removal/Installation

MAINTENANCE MANUAL
1. Nut
2. Washer
3. Cover
4. Packing
5. Nut
6. Washer
7. Cover
8. Packing

(c) Secure borescope eyepiece to holding fixture and connect light source.
(d) If necessary, clean fiberscope, using a lint-free cloth.
(e) Slowly insert fiberscope into gearbox through LH (from front) inspection port.
(f) Inspect teeth on gears for damage (Ref. Inspection/Check-02).

(h) Repeat steps (e), (f) and (g) until all teeth have been inspected.
(i) Slowly insert fiberscope through RH (from front) inspection port.
(j) Inspect teeth on gears for damage (Ref. Inspection/Check-02).

(k) Withdraw fiberscope from gearbox and turn propeller shaft 5 degrees CW.
(l) Repeat steps (i), (j) and (k) until all teeth have been inspected.
(m) Remove fiberscope, light source and fixture.
(n) Lubricate packings (4) with engine oil (PWC03-001) and install on covers (3).
(o) Install covers (3), washers (2) and nuts (1). Torque nuts 32 to 36 lb.in. (3.62-4.07
Nm).
T. RGB Second-stage Reduction Spur Gearshaft
(1) Remove layshaft covers (Ref. 72-10-00, REDUCTION GEARBOX - MAINTENANCE
PRACTICES) and propeller brake/propeller brake seal housing, if installed.

MAINTENANCE MANUAL
(3) Attach the borescope eyepiece to holding fixture and connect light source.
(4) If necessary, clean fiberscope using a lint-free cloth.
CAUTION: USE ONLY APPROVED FIBERSCOPE (PWC34910-102) TO INSPECT
SECOND-STAGE REDUCTION SPUR GEAR TEETH. STEEL-BRAIDED
FIBERSCOPES MUST NOT BE USED. EXTREME CARE MUST BE TAKEN NOT
TO DAMAGE OR SCRATCH BEARING RACE WHEN INSERTING
FIBERSCOPE, WHICH MUST BE CLEAN.
(5) Slowly insert fiberscope into the gearbox through LH (from front) No. 14 bearing at 10 and
11 o'clock positions.
(6) Inspect visible teeth on both RH layshaft gear and the second stage reduction spur gear
(bull gear) for damage (Ref. Inspection/Check-02).
(7) Withdraw fiberscope from the gearbox and turn the propeller shaft to five degrees CW.
(8) Repeat steps (5) , (6) and (7) until all teeth on both gears have been inspected.
(9) Slowly insert fiberscope through RH (from front) No. 14 bearing at the 2 o'clock position
and inspect teeth visible on LH layshaft pinion for damage (Ref. Inspection/Check-02).
(10)Withdraw fiberscope from the gearbox and turn the propeller shaft to five degrees CW.
(11)Repeat steps (9) and (10) until all the layshaft pinion teeth have been inspected.
NOTE: 1. If acceptable spalling is evident (Ref. Inspection/Check-02), further borescope
inspection must be carried out at intervals not to exceed 300 hours until the
threshold inspection limit is exceeded or, for engines on an on-condition
program, until RGB is refurbished. If unacceptable spalling is evident on one or
more teeth, return reduction gearbox to an overhaul facility for repair.
NOTE: 2. Keeping a reduction gearbox in service while a removal is planned may
substantially increase the cost of repair/refurbishment due to further gear and/or
bearing damage.
(12)Remove fiberscope, light source and fixture.
(13)Install layshaft covers (Ref. 72-10-00, REDUCTION GEARBOX - MAINTENANCE PRACTICES)
and propeller brake/propeller brake seal housing, if removed.
(14)Top up oil system (Ref. Servicing).
U. RGB Second-stage Gears (Bull Gear and Layshaft Pinions)
(1) Inspection with Accessory Gearbox Drive Cover Removed
(a) Remove RGB accessory drive cover and gears (Ref. 72-10-00, REDUCTION GEARBOX -
MAINTENANCE PRACTICES).
(c) Attach the borescope eyepiece to fixture and connect the light source.

MAINTENANCE MANUAL
(d) Insert fiberscope into rear housing aperture where bull gear is visible, following along
bull gear teeth to one side up to the second-stage gear is reached.
(e) Inspect gear teeth for damage (Ref. Inspection/Check-02).
(f) Retract fiberscope, turn propeller shaft and again insert the fiberscope. Repeat as
required to view and inspect all teeth.
NOTE: 1. Approximately a quarter turn of propeller shaft rotates second-stage gear
360 degrees.
NOTE: 2. If acceptable spalling is evident (Ref. Inspection/Check-02), further
borescope inspection must be carried out at intervals not to exceed 300
hours until the threshold inspection limit is exceeded or, for engines on an
on-condition program, up to RGB is refurbished. If unacceptable spalling is
evident on one or more teeth, return reduction gearbox to an overhaul
facility for repair.
(g) To view other second-stage gear, insert fiberscope into other aperture where bull gear
is visible, following along bull gear to other side up to the second-stage gear is reached.
(h) Inspect gear teeth for damage (Ref. Inspection/Check-02).
NOTE: 1. To view and inspect all teeth, repeat step (f).
on-condition program, until RGB is refurbished. If unacceptable spalling is
(i) Remove all borescope equipment and again install the gears and RGB accessory cover
(Ref. 72-10-00, REDUCTION GEARBOX - MAINTENANCE PRACTICES).
(2) Inspection with Layshaft Covers Removed
(a) Remove layshaft covers (Ref. 72-10-00, REDUCTION GEARBOX - MAINTENANCE
PRACTICES) and propeller brake/propeller brake seal housing, if installed.
(c) Attach the borescope eyepiece to holding fixture and connect the light source.
(d) If necessary, clean fiberscope with a lint-free cloth.
CAUTION: USE ONLY APPROVED FIBERSCOPE (MACHIDA 5 mm FBA 4-90T) TO

INSPECT SECOND-STAGE REDUCTION SPUR GEAR TEETH. STEEL
BRAIDED FIBERSCOPES MUST NOT BE USED. EXTREME CARE MUST BE
TAKEN TO NOT DAMAGE OR SCRATCH BEARING RACE WHEN
INSERTING FIBERSCOPE, WHICH MUST BE CLEAN.
(e) Slowly insert fiberscope into gearbox through LH (from front) No. 14 bearing at 10 and

MAINTENANCE MANUAL
11 o'clock positions.
(f) Inspect teeth visible on both bull-gear and RH second-stage pinion gear for damage
(Ref. Inspection/Check-02).

(g) Withdraw fiberscope from the gearbox and turn the propeller shaft to five degrees CW.
(h) Repeat steps (e), (f) and (g) until all teeth on both gears have been inspected.
on-condition program, until RGB is refurbished. If unacceptable spalling is
(i) Slowly insert fiberscope through RH (from front) No. 14 bearing at 2 o'clock position and
inspect teeth visible on LH layshaft pinion for damage (Ref. Inspection/Check-02).

(j) Withdraw fiberscope from the gearbox and turn the propeller shaft to five degrees CW.
(k) Repeat steps (i) and (j) up to all the layshaft pinion teeth have been inspected.
NOTE: If acceptable spalling is evident (Ref. Inspection/Check-02), further borescope
inspection must be carried out at intervals not to exceed 300 hours up to the
threshold inspection limit is exceeded.
(l) Remove fiberscope, light source and the fixture.
(m) Install layshaft covers (Ref. 72-10-00, REDUCTION GEARBOX - MAINTENANCE
PRACTICES), propeller brake seal housing and propeller brake, if removed.
(3) Inspection with Front Borescope Inspection Covers Removed PW124B (Post-SB21149),
PW127, PW127E, PW127F, PW127M and PW127N:
(a) Remove nuts (5, Fig. 621), washers (6) and covers (7), using puller (PWC37651).
Discard packings (8).
(c) Attach borescope eyepiece to holding fixture and connect light source.
(d) If necessary, clean fiberscope, using lint-free cloth.
(e) Slowly insert fiberscope into gearbox through LH (from front) inspection port.
(f) Inspect teeth on both gears for damage (Ref. Inspection/Check-02).

MAINTENANCE MANUAL

PWC05-042) to remove oil film from distal tip lens
(h) Repeat steps (e), (f) and (g) until all teeth on both gears have been inspected.
(i) Slowly insert fiberscope through RH (from front) inspection port and inspect teeth
visible on layshaft pinion for damage (Ref. Inspection/Check-02).

(j) Withdraw fiberscope from gearbox and turn propeller shaft 5 degrees CW.
(k) Repeat steps (i) and (j) until all layshaft pinion teeth have been inspected.
borescope inspections must be carried out at intervals not to exceed 300
hours until the threshold inspection limit is exceeded or for engines on an
on-condition program until RGB is refurbished. If unacceptable spalling is
(l) Remove fiberscope, light source and fixture.
(m) Lubricate packings (8) with engine oil (PWC03-001) and install on covers (7).
(n) Install covers (7), washers (6) and nuts (5). Torque nuts 32 to 36 lb.in. (3.62-4.07
Nm).

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