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FIGURES
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FIGURES (CONT)
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TABLES
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NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
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6. Install washers (6) and nuts (7) on blade bolts (1). CAUTION
Torque nuts 274 to 340 foot-pounds (371.5 to
461.0 Nm).
DO NOT ALLOW MAIN ROTOR GRIPS
7. Coat heads of blade bolts (1), nuts (7), and O R Y O K E T O R O TAT E O N P I T C H
washers (6) with corrosion preventive compound CHANGE AXIS. IF GRIP OR YOKE IS
(C-101). A L L O W E D T O R O TAT E O N P I T C H
CHANGE AXIS BEYOND 90°, MAIN
8. Torque blade latch nuts (13) 75 to 95 foot-pounds ROTO R GRIP RE TE NTION S TRA PS
(101.7 to 128.8 Nm). Wipe off any excess corrosion SHALL BE REPLACED. SECURE MAIN
preventive compound using drycleaning solvent ROTOR BLADE GRIPS THROUGH PITCH
(C-304). HORNS TO YOKE WITH LOCKWIRE OR
SUITABLE WORKAID.
9. Align main rotor blades (paragraph 62-6 or
paragraph 62-7). 1. Make sure T-handles are installed through pitch
horn trunnion bearings and yoke (Figure 62-3).
10. Balance main rotor blades (paragraph 62-8).
2. Remove flap restraint from main rotor hub and
blade assembly per the instructions in the applicable
Maintenance Manual (MM).
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Figure 62-4. Main Rotor Hub and Blade Alignment — Scope Method
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4. Support each main rotor blade at approximately 7. Place two fabricated parallel supports on stand
the preconed angle with two support stands (9, beneath main rotor hub yoke (18, Figure 62-4).
Figure 62-5). Position support stands about 5 feet (1.5 Supports may be fabricated from aluminum bar stock
m) inboard from blade tips. approximately 2 x 3 x 12 inches (51 x 76 x 304 mm)
long or other suitable substitutes.
c. Fabricate brackets (4) to adapt blocks (3) to 12. Check scope assembly (T101401) (5) for zero
eye bolts (6). Use two pieces of 1.0 inch (25.4 mm) adjustment:
angle for each block. Fasten brackets to lower surface
of blocks about 3.0 inches (76.2 mm) aft of forward a. Sight through scope at a distant surface
end so bracket will support block and blade pitch approximately 50 feet (15.2 m) away.
change rotation axis. Orient brackets so bolt (5), which
attaches brackets to eye bolt, will act as a pivot point b. Draw a straight vertical mark on surface
for blade pitch change movement. Drill holes in aligned with vertical crosshair.
brackets to accept bolt of same size as hole in eye
bolt. Attach brackets to blocks with wood screws. c. Loosen clamp screws on scope mount, rotate
Attach blocks to eye bolts with bolt. scope 180° on tube axis, and tighten screws.
6. Attach a sling (T100220) and raise hub and blade d. Resight to ensure vertical crosshair aligns with
assembly about 12.0 inches (304 mm). target line marked in step b.
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e. If vertical crosshair fails to align on target 17. Torque leading and trailing edge nuts (2 and 3) 75
mark, adjust scope as follows: to 95 foot-pounds (101.7 to 128.8 Nm).
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7. Install locks (12) and adjusters (13) from adapter 13. If blades are not aligned as described in step 12,
set (T101544) on base (14) with screws (16) and loosen nuts and washers on bottom of blade bolts (5).
washers (15). Secure locks to bearings (17) with Adjust leading or trailing edge nuts (7 and 13), by
pins (11). loosening one and tightening the other until main rotor
blades are aligned.
8. Place a bubble protractor on flat surface of yoke
(14, Figure 62-6). Set bubble to level and tighten set 14. Torque nuts (7 and 13) 75 to 95 foot-pounds
screw. Reposition zeroed protractor to flat machined (101.7 to 128.8 Nm).
surface on one grip (8) adjacent to blade bolt (5).
Adjust locks (12, Figure 62-4) to set grip (8,
NOTE
Figure 62-6) to 0° pitch angle. Repeat procedure on
opposite grip. If blades are to be balanced immediately,
do not torque blade bolt nuts at this time.
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Figure 62-6. Main Rotor Hub and Blade Alignment — String Method
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62-8. MAIN ROTOR HUB AND BLADE 2. Align main rotor hub and blade (paragraph 62-6
ASSEMBLY — STATIC BALANCE or paragraph 62-7).
1. Make sure grips and yoke are secured to prevent c. Place bull’s eye level (1) in recess on top of
rotation. plug (4) and check balance of components.
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d. If components are in balance, index mark the 11. Verify hub is serviced with grease or oil as
following with a pencil or ink. applicable per the instructions in Chapter 12 of the
applicable Maintenance Manual (MM).
(1) Bull’s eye level (1).
12. Place bull’s eye level (1) in recess on top of
(2) Plug (4). plug (4). Check and align index marks applied to
components (1, 4, 8, 11, and 12).
(3) Base (8).
9. Transfer protractor to outboard machined surface 14. Raise hub and blade clear of stand assembly (12,
on one blade grip adjacent to blade bolt. Figure 62-7).
10. Screw adjuster (7) on lock (6) until protractor is 15. Loosen nut (7, Figure 62-2) on blade bolt (1) of
centered. Secure lock and adjuster to base (8) with blade to be swept and make sweep adjustments.
screw (10) and washer (9). Transfer protractor to Torque nuts (13) 75 to 95 foot-pounds (101.7 to
opposite blade grip and repeat procedure. 128.8 Nm).
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16. Carefully lower hub and blade on stand assembly c. Add lead weights to hollow shank of high
and check chordwise balance again. Repeat step 14 blade bolt as indicated by bull's eye level, until
and step 15 as required to obtain chordwise balance. spanwise balance is achieved. Place cap (4) on blade
bolt (5) each time spanwise balance is checked.
17. After obtaining chordwise balance, raise hub and
blade clear of stand assembly. 20. Raise hub and blade clear of stand and remove
balance tools from hub and blades.
18. Verify nuts (13) are torqued 75 to 95 foot-pounds
(101.7 to 128.8 Nm). Torque nuts (7) 274 to
62-10. Static Balance — Marvel Equipment
340 foot-pounds (371.5 to 461.0 Nm).
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C-304 Drycleaning Solvent 2. Visually inspect blade for obvious damage that
would indicate blade has been subjected to an
C-318 Cleaning Compound accident or incident outside the realm of normal
usage.
1. Wash main rotor blades with a mild solution (4
parts water to 1 part detergent) of cleaning compound 3. If there is evidence of accident or incident
(C-318). Rinse with fresh water and wipe dry with damage, do the following:
clean cloths.
a. Blade may be repaired with procedures
2. Coat all surfaces of blades with preservative oil provided in the following paragraphs, if damage is
(C-125). within allowable field repair limits.
62-13. MAIN ROTOR BLADE — INSPECTION b. Blade may be sent to Bell Helicopter Textron
(BHT) or to a BHT approved repair facility for
1. For spar damage inspection and repair, refer to evaluation when damage exceeds field repair limits.
paragraph 62-15.
4. Any damage to the main rotor blade that exceeds
2. For mechanical damage inspection and repair, the following limits or conditions requires blade be
refer to paragraph 62-16. scrapped:
3. For void damage inspection and repair, refer to a. Water in honeycomb core (14, Figure 62-8).
paragraph 62-17.
b. If a crack has developed chordwise or
spanwise on upper and/or lower skin.
4. For grip plate and doubler separation and
corrosion repair, refer to paragraph 62-18.
c. If one or more cracks develop and extend
from a previously repaired area.
5. For grip pad replacement, refer to paragraph
62-19.
d. Holes in skin (6) larger in area than allowed
for patching. Blade may be sent to BHT or to a BHT
6. For wear pad replacement, refer to paragraph approved repair facility for evaluation when damage
62-20. exceeds field repair limits.
7. For root end closure replacement, refer to e. Any corrosion penetrating entirely through
paragraph 62-21. skin (6) or corrosion in core (14).
8. For trim tab inspection and replacement, refer to f. Voids between skin (6) and honeycomb core
paragraph 62-22. (14) larger than 25 square inches (161 cm2). Blade
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may be sent to BHT or to a BHT approved repair b. Using a micrometer caliper, measure chord
facility for evaluation when damage exceeds field line dimension of blade adjacent to area of corrosion
repair limits. or damage to be cleaned (Figure 62-9, Dimension A).
This measurement minus 0.125 inch (3.175 mm)
g. Any penetration through spar assembly (7), maximum clean-up at leading edge will ensure
trailing edge strip (8), doublers (5), or upper/lower grip remaining leading edge thickness is within limits (see
plates (4). following example).
h. Edge voids deeper than 2.0 inches (50.8 mm) Measured Dimension A 13.009 inches
at outboard end on any root end doubler (5). (330.429 mm)
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
NOTE
1. Perform spar inspection as follows:
Do not sand skin-to-spar butt joint. A
minimum leading edge thickness of
a. Inspect leading edge of main rotor blade spar 0.625 inch (15.875 mm) shall be
assembly (7, Figure 62-8) for corrosion, erosion, and maintained after clean-up.
mechanical damage.
a. Sand leading edges of spar assembly (7) with
180 to 600 grit abrasive paper (C-423) with a final
NOTE cleaning using aluminum wool (C-422). Sand using
Two squares clamped together opposing hand pressure only and remove minimum amount of
each other and wire or feeler gauges can material to remove corrosion. Blend edges of sanded
be used to obtain Dimension A areas into adjacent areas to maintain shape of airfoil
(Figure 62-9) accurately. (Figure 62-9, Dimension B and Dimension C).
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Bond root end closure flush to leading edge. Bond must be airtight.
Grip pads located concentric with 0.02 inch (0.5 mm) of retention bolt
bushing. Dimension over grip pads shall be 3.297 to 3.308 inches
(83.75 to 84.02 mm).
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b. Install tip balance weight support (15, a. Any dent in the outboard 3.0 feet (0.914 m)
Figure 62-8), if removed, as follows: that does not tear skin (6, Figure 62-8), produce a
void, or affect flight characteristics is acceptable.
(1) Insert tip balance weight support (15) into
spar assembly (7). Use thin aluminum washers b. Dents in skin (6) inboard of a station 3.0 feet
(AN960JD416L) between surfaces, as required, for (0.914 m) from blade tip, not in excess of 0.060 inch
contour alignment. A maximum of eight washers is (1.524 mm) in depth are acceptable. Dents in excess
allowed. Torque retaining screws 40 inch-pounds of this limit shall be polished smooth and patched.
(4.52 Nm). Refer to step 2 for polishing and step 3 for patching.
(2) Fill and fair screw heads and gaps to c. If a nick or scratch exists in a sharp dent in
mating parts with fairing compound (C-323). skin (6), the total depth of both shall not exceed
0.060 inch (1.524 mm). If the nick or scratch cannot be
(3) Touch up repaired areas and all bare polished out, it shall be cut out and patched. Refer to
metal surfaces (paragraph 62-26). step 2 for polishing and step 3 for patching.
62-16. MAIN ROTOR BLADE — MECHANICAL d. Nicks or scratches in doublers (5) or upper/
DAMAGE INSPECTION AND REPAIR lower grip plates (4), not in excess of 0.012 inch
(0.3048 mm) are acceptable if polished out (step 2).
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NOTE NOTE
If a nick or scratch in skin (6, Figure 62-8), It is not necessary to cut a hole if damage
in excess of 0.008 inch (0.2032 mm) in can be polished smooth without leaving
depth, can be polished smooth without skin so thin it can be dented with fingernail
leaving skin in polished area so thin it can pressure. In this case, the area shall have a
be dented with fingernail pressure, a patch patch applied in the same manner as
may be applied over the area without though a hole existed. The maximum
cutting a hole. Refer to step 3 for patching. diameter of a patch of this type is 4.0
inches (101.6 mm) with at least 0.75 inch
(19.05 mm) of bonded area around the
2. Polish acceptable minor mechanical damage as
perimeter of dent.
follows:
Orientation of oblong holes shall be within
a. Polish out all acceptable nicks and scratches 15° of parallel to leading edge. Minimum
using fine aluminum wool (C-422) or 180 to 600 grit radius of all holes will be 0.25 inch
(6.35 mm).
abrasive paper (C-423). Polish to a surface finish of
63 RHR or better, removing only enough material to c. Cut out skin around damaged area. Use hole
remove nicks or scratches. saw or scribe through skin with a sharp instrument.
Hole size shall not exceed 2.0 inches (50.8 mm)
b. Touch up finish to all repaired areas and bare diameter for round holes or 1.0 x 4.0 inches (25.4 x
metal surfaces (paragraph 62-26). 101.6 mm) for oblong holes.
NOTE
Scratches, nicks, gouges, tears, holes, etc. CAUTION
in skins that touch or damage trailing edge
strip, spar, or are within 1.0 inch (25.4 mm)
of a doubler may not be repaired by A R E A S TO B E B O N D E D S H A L L B E
patching (Figure 62-10). CLEAN, DRY, AND FREE OF GREASE,
OIL, WAX, ETC.
3. Proceed with patch repair as follows:
NOTE
a. Apply patches to mechanical damage to skin The last two dash numbers of the Bell
(6, Figure 62-8) that exceeds limits provided in step 1 Standard PN indicate length and width in
and step 2. feet of stock.
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Deburr and sand one side of temporary Bell Helicopter Textron (BHT) or a BHT
patch until it is clean. Wipe temporary patch approved repair facility for evaluation.
with a cloth dampened with MEK (C-309)
and wipe dry. 1. Inspect butt end voids as follows:
g. Prepare a patch from sheet aluminum a. Voids between trailing edge strip (8,
(150-021-6B1-1) with adhesive precured to one side. Figure 62-8) and skin (6) not in excess of 1.0 inch
Cut patch large enough to overlap hole by at least (25.4 mm) deep and 0.25 inch (6.35 mm) in width are
0.75 inch (19.05 mm) entirely around perimeter. acceptable.
Deburr edges of patch.
b. Voids between skin (6) and trailing edge
h. Remove peel ply from adhesive coated patch, closure (11) not deeper than 0.15 inch (3.81 mm) and
lightly sand exposed adhesive, and wipe with a clean not wider than 1.0 inch (25.4 mm) are acceptable.
dry cloth. Do not touch adhesive with bare hands.
2. Inspect retention area voids inboard of station
i. Mix adhesive (C-317) per manufacturers 60.0 as follows:
directions and apply to bond areas of patch and blade.
a. Edge voids not exceeding 0.06 inch
j. Apply patch to blade, moving patch slightly (1.524 mm) depth on any one bondline shall not
back and forth under pressure to seat it properly and exceed 10% of total length of bondline. Single edge
to expel air pockets in adhesive. Blend out excessive voids not exceeding 0.06 inch (1.524 mm) in depth
adhesive around edge of patch. and 2.0 inches (50.8 mm) in length are acceptable at
doublers (5) and upper/lower grip plates (4). Edge
k. While curing, patch may be held in place with voids in outboard 2.0 inches (50.8 mm) of each finger
rubber bands made from an inner tube or by other of the doublers (5) and outboard 1.0 inch (25.4 mm) of
mechanical means. Cure adhesive for 2 hours at 140 upper/lower grip plates (4), shall be repaired
to 160°F (60 to 71°C). To accelerate cure time, apply (paragraph 62-16).
heat with a 200 watt lamp 12 inches from patch. Heat
should be applied until adhesive is completely firm b. Voids between skin (6) and core (14) not wider
(resistant to fingernail penetration). chordwise than 0.75 inch (19.05 mm) or not longer
spanwise than 3.0 inches (76.2 mm) are acceptable.
l. Touch up finish of all repaired surfaces Total area of all voids shall not exceed 5.0 square
(paragraph 62-26). inches (32.26 cm2).
62-17. MAIN ROTOR BLADE — VOID DAMAGE c. Voids between edge of skin (6) and trailing
INSPECTION AND REPAIR edge strip (8), or spar assembly (7) less than 0.06 inch
(1.524 mm) wide by any length, or less than 0.12 inch
(3.048 mm) wide by 7.0 inches. (177.8 mm) long are
acceptable.
MATERIALS REQUIRED
Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications. d. Voids running into area of retention bolt hole
bushings (1) in any bondline are not acceptable.
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
e. Other voids between skin (6) and trailing edge
C-311 Adhesive strip (8), or spar assembly (7) that do not exceed
0.18 inch (4.572 mm) in width by 10.0 inches
C-317 Adhesive (254.0 mm) long are acceptable.
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b. Voids between skin (6) and core (14) shall not corrosion and separation can be removed
exceed 1.0 inch (25.4 mm) in width chordwise by and arrested (Figure 62-11).
25.0 inches (635.0 mm) long. Voids within 1.0 inch
(25.4 mm) of each other are considered one void. Leading edge doubler tips on upper and
lower surface of blade may be trimmed a
c. Voids between skin (6) and spar assembly (7) maximum of 2.00 inches (50.80 mm).
not wider than 0.25 inch (6.35 mm) are acceptable. When one of these doublers is trimmed
Voids not greater than 0.38 inch (9.652 mm) by more than 1.00 inch (25.40 mm), an equal
2.0 inches (50.8 mm) are acceptable provided spacing amount of that over 1.00 inch (25.40 mm)
between void centers exceeds 6.0 inches (152.4 mm). shall be trimmed from adjacent shorter
Edge voids are acceptable up to 0.08 inch (2.032 mm) doubler tip.
in depth.
Grip plate trim limit is 1.00 inch (25.40 mm)
d. Edge voids between edge of skin (6) and and will only be trimmed due to damage or
trailing edge strip (8), less than 0.08 inch (2.032 mm) delamination. For example, if shortest
wide by any length, or less than 0.18 inch (4.572 mm) doubler is trimmed 2.00 inches (50.80 mm),
wide by 10.0 inches (254 mm) long are acceptable. grip plate will not be trimmed unless it is
delaminated or damaged.
4. All acceptable edge voids shall be sealed with
adhesive (C-311) or adhesive (C-317). 1. Main rotor blades with corrosion and separation
in bond line of grip plates and doublers (leading and
trailing edges) shall be repaired as follows:
5. Touch up all repaired areas and bare metal
surfaces (paragraph 62-26).
a. Determine depth of tip separation by lightly
tapping grip plates and doublers with a light weight
62-18. MAIN ROTOR BLADE — GRIP PLATE AND
hammer. A 0.0015 inch (0.0381 mm) feeler gauge may
DOUBLER SEPARATION/CORROSION
be used; however, it will not give an accurate
REPAIR
measurement of separation depth.
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f. Inspect reworked area and adhesive between SHOT PEEN PITS REMAIN, SANDING
grip plates and doublers to ensure all corrosion has OPERATION IS ACCEPTABLE. IF ALL
been removed. Apply brush or spray application of EVIDENCE OF SHOT PEENING IS
chemical film material (C-100) to all bare aluminum REMOVED IN ANY AREA, BLADE SHALL
surfaces and refinish blade as required (paragraph BE RESHOT PEENED. IT IS NOT
62-26). NECESSARY TO REMOVE ADHESIVE IN
SHOT PEEN PITS.
g. For additional corrosion protection, spray grip
doublers, trim tab bond lines, and trailing edge bond b. Remove adhesive from blade by sanding with
lines with adhesive (C-311) (paragraph 62-26). 180 to 240 grit abrasive paper (C-423).
62-19. MAIN ROTOR BLADE — GRIP PAD c. Wipe surface of blade with clean cloth
REPLACEMENT dampened with MEK (C-309). Wipe dry with clean
cloth.
Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications. e. Distance between grip pad faces must be
3.297 to 3.308 inches (83.7438 to 84.023 mm). Set as
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
follows:
C-305 Aliphatic Naphtha
(1) Measure distance between upper/lower
C-309 MEK grip plate surfaces in area around pads (Figure 62-8,
View A).
C-317 Adhesive
(2) Subtract this dimension from
C-423 Abrasive Paper 3.303 inches (83.896 mm) and divide result by 2. This
should result in a dimension of approximately 0.016
inch (0.406 mm). Fabricate shim of this dimension
NOTE ±0.002 inch (±0.051 mm). Cut hole in shim 0.12 inch
If corrosion has progressed beyond shot (3.048 mm) larger in diameter than grip pad.
peened surface, blade may be sent to Bell
Helicopter Textron (BHT) or a BHT NOTE
approved repair facility for evaluation and
restoration of shot peened surface. After removal of the peel ply fabric, what
remains on the surface is a thin layer of dry
1. Replace worn, damaged, or loose grip pads (2, adhesive with imprint of fabric on it.
Figure 62-8) as follows:
f. Remove peel ply fabric from inner surface of
grip pad to expose cured adhesive. Clean with a clean
a. Pry grip pad loose using a sharpened putty cloth dampened with aliphatic naphtha (C-305).
knife or equivalent. Use extreme care not to damage
blade.
CAUTION
CAUTION
DO NOT C O NTAM INAT E A DHE SI VE
SURFACE AFTER REMOVING PEEL PLY.
THE SURFACE OF UPPER/LOWER GRIP USE CLEAN CLOTH GLOVES WHILE
PLATES (4) AROUND RETENTION BOLT HANDLING GRIP PADS.
BUSHINGS HAS BEEN SHOT PEENED.
DO NOT SAND THROUGH SHOT g. Apply adhesive (C-317) to bonded adhesive
PEENED SURFACE. IF EVIDENCE OF surface of grip pad and to mating surface of blade.
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NOTE CAUTION
Any number of wear pads may be replaced
at the same time.
INSTALL LONGEST LEG OF WEAR PAD
If corrosion has progressed beyond shot INSIDE MACHINED OUT TANGS OF
peened surface, blade may be sent to Bell GRIP PLATES.
Helicopter Textron (BHT) or a BHT
approved repair facility for evaluation and
restoration. CAUTION
1. Remove wear pad by gently tapping. Be very
careful not to damage grip plates. If gentle tapping DO NO T HEA T ARE A A BO VE 20 0°F
fails to loosen pad, apply a heat gun to pad and repeat (93°C).
tapping. Do not allow surface to be heated beyond
200°F (93°C).
NOTE
2. After pad has been removed, remove as much Make sure top and bottom wear pads are in
old adhesive as possible from blade by sanding. the same plane and parallel to each other.
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a. Bond wear pad to blade using 5 to 30 PSI (35 (4) Protect surface with barrier material
to 206 kPa) pressure applied with clamps. Cure at (C-427) until preparations for bonding are complete.
room temperature 70 to 95°F (21 to 35°C) for 24 hours
or, as an alternate, at 175 to 195°F (79 to 90°C) for b. Clean new closure by lightly sanding with 180
1 hour. to 240 grit abrasive paper (C-423) and wiping with
clean cloth dampened with MEK (C-309).
7. Touch up paint wear pad area (paragraph 62-26).
NOTE
62-21. MAIN ROTOR BLADE — ROOT END After application of chemical film treatment,
CLOSURE REPLACEMENT do not handle new closure with bare hands.
C-344 Cleaner
CAUTION
C-423 Abrasive Paper
1. Replace unserviceable root end closure (12, (2) Apply mixed adhesive to mating surfaces
Figure 62-8). of blade and closure.
a. Remove unserviceable root end closure. (3) Place closure in position on blade and
gently move it back and forth while pressing against
blade. Closure should be fitted flush to leading edge
(1) Very carefully peel closure from blade by surface (Figure 62-8, View A and View B). Remove
starting at a corner using a sharpened putty knife or excess adhesive by wiping with clean cloth.
equivalent, to separate bond. Use extreme care not to
damage spar, doublers, or grip plates.
(4) Allow adhesive to cure 24 hours at 70 to
80°F (21 to 27°C) or for 2 hours at 145 to 155°F (63 to
(2) Remove all adhesive from blade with 180 68°C).
to 240 grit abrasive paper (C-423).
(5) Touch up repaired area and all bare
(3) Clean area by wiping with a clean cloth metal surfaces (paragraph 62-26).
dampened with MEK (C-309). Continue with new
cloths until surfaces are completely clean, then dry f. Alternate bonding procedure for root end
with clean cloths. closure.
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(1) Mix adhesive (C-317) per manufacturers a. Edge voids between trim tab and blade less
instructions. than 0.12 inch (3.048 mm) deep are acceptable and
shall be sealed with adhesive (C-311) or adhesive
(2) Apply adhesive per step e. (C-317).
Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications. c. Remove all adhesive from blade by sanding in
a spanwise direction, starting with 200 grit abrasive
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE paper (C-423), and finishing with 400 grit abrasive
paper (C-423). If any evidence of corrosion exists on
C-100 Chemical Film Material
skin (6) or trailing edge strip (8) it shall be polished out.
C-305 Aliphatic Naphtha Do not polish more than 0.008 inch (0.203 mm) deep
in skin or more than 0.030 inch (0.762 mm) deep in
C-309 MEK trailing edge strip.
a. Inspect trim tabs (18, Figure 62-8) for g. Bond new trim tab (18) to main rotor blade.
evidence of bending, bond separation, corrosion, and
cracks.
CAUTION
b. Straighten bent trim tab (18) with a mallet and
back-up block.
D O N O T C O N TA M I N AT E I N S I D E
2. If trim tab (18) is cracked, bent to the extent it ADHESIVE S U R FA C E AFTER
cannot be straightened, or if edge voids exist that are RE MO V ING P EE L P LY. US E CLE A N
0.12 inch (3.048 mm) deep between trim tab and W H I T E C O T TO N G L O V E S W H I L E
blade, replace trim tab (step 3). HANDLING TRIM TAB.
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(1) Remove peel ply fabric from inner TEXTRON (BHT) OR A BHT APPROVED
surface of trim tab to expose cured adhesive. Lightly REPAIR FACILITY.
abrade adhesive with 180 grit abrasive paper (C-423)
and wipe clean with clean cloth dampened with 1. lnspect main rotor blade retention bolt bushing (1,
aliphatic naphtha (C-305). Figure 62-8) as follows:
(2) Mix adhesive (C-317) per manufacturers a. lnspect retention bolt bushing (1) for
instructions and apply to inside surface of trim tab and corrosion, pitting, elongation, and size.
to clean mating surface of blade.
b. Main rotor blade bushing shall be replaced if
(3) Bond trim tab to blade using 5 to 30 PSI inner diameter exceeds 1.524 inches (38.709 mm).
(34.5 to 206.8 kPa) pressure and cure for 2 hours at
140 to 160°F (60 to 71°C). C-clamps and wooden c. Any corrosion or pitting in bushing inner
blocks approximately the size of tab may be used as diameter exceeding replacement dimension after
pressure devices. A rubber pad approximately 0.062 polishing is cause for rejection.
to 0.125 inch (1.574 to 3.175 mm) thick of
approximately 40 durometer hardness should be used d. Immediately after retention bolt bushing
between wood blocks and tab to evenly distribute clean-up, apply a coat of corrosion preventive
pressure. compound (C-101) to inner diameter.
(4) Remove C-clamps and clean excess 62-24. MAIN ROTOR BLADE — TIP ASSEMBLY
adhesive. Wipe tab and surrounding area of blade with INSPECTION AND REPAIR
clean cloths dampened with MEK (C-309), then wipe
dry with clean cloth. Fair around edges of tab with
fairing compound (C-323). MATERIALS REQUIRED
MATERIALS REQUIRED
NOTE
Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications.
Blade with tip debonding exceeding
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE following limits may be sent to Bell
Helicopter Textron (BHT) or a BHT
C-101 Corrosion Preventive approved repair facility for evaluation.
Compound
1. lnspect tip (17, Figure 62-8) for debonding by
tapping both upper and lower surfaces.
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b. Small areas of skin debonding on both upper (4) Cover only debonding line with a thin
and lower surfaces are allowed until one side has layer of adhesive (C-317) between masking tape strips
debonded to a length of 4.0 inches (101.6 mm) and index marks. Remove tape. Make sure adhesive
(Note 4). seals void areas.
c. Spanwise tip skin debonding, tip skin cracks, (5) Blades shall be inspected daily prior to
or damage along trailing edge extrusion are not each start to monitor and record any additional
allowed. debonding. Repeat step (1) through step (4), as
required, until debonding exceeds limits set in step 1.
d. Debonding, cracks, or other damage are not
allowed between trailing edge extrusion and tip 62-25. MAIN ROTOR BLADE — TIP WEIGHT
assembly (Note 5). SUPPORT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
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Figure 62-12. Main Rotor Blade Tip Assembly — Inspection and Repair
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4 T
(4 PL) 1 3
BLADE SPAR
1
T 2
NOTE
1 Washer(s) (3) are used to align the contour of the tip weight support assembly (1) with
the contour of the blade spar. If installed, record location and quantity of washers.
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Figure 62-13. Main Rotor Blade Tip Weight Support — Removal and Installation
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MATERIALS REQUIRED
RECORD LOCATION AND QUANTITY OF
WASHER(S), IF INSTALLED, WHEN YOU Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications.
REMOVE THE TIP WEIGHT SUPPORT
ASSEMBLY. WASHERS ARE USED TO NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
A LI G N T HE CO N T O UR O F T HE T IP
C-100 Chemical Film Material
WEIGHT SUPPORT WITH THE SPAR OF
THE MAIN ROTOR BLADE. IF WASHERS C-165 Tape
ARE NOT CORRECTLY INSTALLED,
CONTOURS OF TIP WEIGHT SUPPORT C-245 Polyurethane Coating
AND SPAR MAY NOT BE ALIGNED.
C-246 Epoxy Polyamide
c. Remove the tip weight support assembly (1) Primer
and record the location and quantity of washer(s) (3), if
installed. C-265 Polyurethane Coating
C-331 Adhesive
a. Remove the remaining fairing compound with
a plastic scraper and a 240 grit abrasive cloth (C-406). C-407 Abrasive Pad
b. Clean the mating surfaces of the tip weight C-423 Abrasive Paper
support assembly (5) and the main rotor blade with
aliphatic naphtha (C-305). C-426 Masking Tape
C-486 Cheesecloth
c. Put the tip weight support assembly (1) in
position in the recess of the main rotor blade (5) with C-516 Clean Cloth
the previously recorded quantity of washer(s) (3), if
installed, and at the correct location. C-594 Lacquer
e. Clean the tip weight support assembly (1) and This procedure provides instructions for the
the surrounding area on the main rotor blade (5) with refinishing (touch-up) of small repaired
aliphatic naphtha (C-305). areas and bare metal surfaces on main
rotor blades. For a major rework of the
topcoat or a complete refinishing, send the
f. Fill and fair the area with a necessary quantity
blade to Bell Helicopter Textron (BHT) or a
of fairing compound (C-323) to maintain the contour of
BHT approved repair facility.
the blade.
Refer to General Information Letter (IL)
g. As required, apply epoxy primer coating GEN-04-98 for the applicable shipping
(C-246) and polyurethane coating (C-245) to areas of information and to obtain a Return Material
bare metal (BHT-ALL-SPM, Chapter 4). Authorization (RMA) number.
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STANDARD
6.0 IN.
(152 mm)
HIGH-VISIBILITY (II)
HIGH-VISIBILITY (III)
NO ORGANIC FINISH
NOTES
1. Only upper surface of blades is shown.
2. Refer to the procedure for instructions and paint requirements.
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4. Depending on the location of the area to be WAS OMITTED FROM THE LEADING
refinished (Figure 62-14) and/or the paint scheme of EDGE. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL CAUSE
the blade (Table 62-1), add a stripe color coating to the AN EARLY EROSION OF THE BLADE
upper surface of the blade or a tip color coating to the
FINISH.
top and bottom surfaces of the blade tip as follows:
(1) Mask areas not to be painted with 5. If paint was omitted from the leading edge, as
masking tape (C-426) and protective sheeting shown in Figure 62-14, feather the forward edge of the
(Figure 62-14). paint coat as follows:
STANDARD
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Table 62-1. Main Rotor Blade — Refinishing of Upper Surfaces (Topcoat) (Cont)
HIGH-VISIBILITY (I)
HIGH-VISIBILITY (II)
HIGH-VISIBILITY (III)
NOTE:
Requirements for the color coating of the tip apply to the upper and lower surfaces of the blade.
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1. Main rotor blades with damage greater than limits e. Complete refinishing of blade.
stated previously, but not requiring replacement, may
be sent to Bell Helicopter Textron (BHT) or a BHT f. Tip (17) and tip balance weight support (15)
approved repair facility for evaluation. Repair facilities replacement.
are capable of accomplishing the following repairs:
g. Inspection after major overspeed, sudden
a. Patching damaged skin (6, Figure 62-8).
stoppage, and hard landing.
b. Trim tab (18) and root end closure (12)
replacement. h. Grip pad (2) and wear pad (13) replacement.
c. Retention bolt hole bushing (1) replacement. i. Main rotor blade master balance and sweep.
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62-28. MAIN ROTOR HUB 2. Place main rotor hub on workbench supporting
yoke (12, Figure 62-15) and grips (54) with three
62-29. MAIN ROTOR HUB — DISASSEMBLY pieces of wood, approximately 2 x 4 x 10 inches (51 x
102 x 254 mm). Place wood pieces under grip and
yoke.
SPECIAL TOOLS REQUIRED
3. On oil lubricated hubs, remove plugs (83) and
sight glasses (86). Discard packings (84 and 85).
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
OTC No.1124 1 Bearing Splitter 4. Remove nuts (5) and washers (6) from inboard
side of yoke (12). Remove bolts (32), washers (6 and
T101491 Bearing Puller 31), shims (88), and bushings (30) from each pillow
block (28). Using a soft faced plastic mallet, tap pillow
T101554 Socket Wrench blacks from yoke and trunnion (20).
Workaid Main Rotor Grip
Retainer Dowel 5. Remove trunnion from yoke. Using a 1/4 inch
hexagon wrench, turn adjusting screws (21) clockwise
Workaid Pitch Horn Trunnion to drive wear disc (19) and thrust washers (22) from
journal ends of trunnion (20). Continue turning
Workaid Trunnion Bearing adjusting screws until threads clear trunnion. Discard
Pressing Plate packings (23) from thrust washers.
Workaid Trunnion Bearing
Pressing Plug 6. On yoke (206-011-149), remove nuts (66),
washer (67), retainer (68), and balance washers (69,
NOTE: 70, and 71),
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DETAIL B
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NOTES
1 Springs (48) are no longer required and may be removed.
2 Retainer (68) and balance washers (69, 70 and 71) are used only on 206-011-149 yoke.
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PRESSING PLUG
PRESSING PLATE
OR OTC NO. 1124
BEARING SPLITTER
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e. Insert pressing plug into journal end of 15. Remove and disassemble both grips (54).
trunnion and press trunnion from bearing inner race
(25). During pressing operation, make sure pressing
plate does not damage spindle of trunnion. Do not
permit trunnion to drop when trunnion spindle clears CAUTION
inner race.
8. Remove seal (24) from pillow blocks (28) using DO NOT ALLOW GRIPS OR YOKE TO
bearing puller (T101491) (Figure 62-19). ROTATE ON PITCH CHANGE AXIS. IF
GRIP OR YOKE IS ALLOWED TO
ROTATE ON THE PITCH CHANGE AXIS
a. Fabricate a pressure block from 0.25 to BEYOND 90°, REPLACE MAIN ROTOR
0.50 inch (6.35 to 12.7 mm) phenolic, approximately GRIP RETENTION STRAPIS. USE
1.50 to 1.75 inches (38.1 to 44.5 mm) in diameter. T-HANDLE WORKAID OR LOCKWIRE TO
Place pressure block in bottom of pillow block. SECURE GRIPS.
b. Insert bearing puller (T101491) into pillow a. Make sure grips and yoke are secured to
block with jaws contacting inside surface of seal by prevent rotation.
use of adjusting screw. Tighten pulling screw until seal
clears pillow block. b. Remove nuts (46), latches (47), and springs
(48), if used.
9. Invert pillow blocks (28, Figure 62-15) on
workbench and apply heat lamp. When pillow blocks c. Remove nuts (49) with socket wrench
are heated, tap face of pillow blocks on a hard wood (T101554) then remove washers (50) and strap bolts
surface to remove bearings (26). (56). Refer to Chapter 4 of the applicable Maintenance
Manual (MM) and discard the strap bolts if these have
10. Remove and discard pillow block pads (29 reached their retirement life.
and 89).
d. Remove nuts (62), washers (34), and
11. For grease lubricated hubs, remove grease bolts (35).
fittings (27) from pillow blocks (28).
e. Pull grips (54) outboard. Allow oil to drain, if
12. Remove nuts (51), washers (52), and blade bolts applicable.
(57) from each grip (54).
f. Remove grips (54) and pitch horns (40) from
yoke (12). Do not allow hub weight to rest on wear
13. Remove caps (59) from blade bolts and remove
sleeves (64). Support yoke with pieces of wood.
balance weights. Retain weights for future use during
rebalancing of hub and blade assembly. Discard
packings (58). g. Remove bolts (10), washers (11), static stops
(9), rubber stops (8), and laminated shims (7).
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k. Fabricate grip retainer dowel workaid pitch horn slot and tighten screw until trunnion (38,
(Figure 62-20). Insert grip retainer dowel workaid into Figure 62-15) can just be pulled out. Immediately
retainer (2, Figure 62-15). Rock dowel to break release screw tension and remove trunnion workaid.
sealant around retainers. Remove retainers from As an alternate method, insert a phenolic wedge in
grips (54). pitch horn slot just far enough to remove pitch horn
trunnion.
l. Remove excluders (3) and packings (1 and 4)
from retainers. e. Using care to prevent damage to pitch horns
(40), press seals (63) from horns.
m. Thoroughly heat grips with a heat lamp.
Remove bearings (43) and spacers (44) from each
62-30. MAIN ROTOR HUB — CLEANING
grip.
p. Press wear sleeves (64) off yoke (12). Inspect C-304 Drycleaning Solvent
yoke for possible damage resulting from wear sleeve
C-309 MEK
removal.
C-407 Abrasive Pad
q. For grease lubricated hubs, remove grease
fittings (60) from grips (54). C-436 Paint Remover
16. Disassemble both pitch horns (40) as follows: C-563 Vapor Degreaser
c. Remove retaining nuts (39), washers (37), 3. Vapor degrease grip using vapor degreaser
and bolts (36) from pitch horn trunnions (38) and pitch (C-563) at 188 to 193°F (87 to 89°C) and abrasive pad
horn (40). (C-407). After cleaning, apply a film of water to surface
and check for break free surface. If a flashout occurs
d. Fabricate pitch horn trunnion workaid within 25 seconds after water flow stops, repeat
(Figure 62-20). Insert tangs of trunnion workaid into cleaning and retest.
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MATERIAL: Aluminum alloy tube or hardwood dowel 2.093 inches (53.16 mm) outside diameter by 14 inches
(356 mm) in length. No paint finish required.
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4. Dry parts with filtered, compressed air and clean, b. A segment of sheared mast attached to
lint-free cloths. trunnion.
5. Strip paint from components as required using c. Obvious deformation of any other detail part
paint remover (C-436). within the hub would cause only the part that is
deformed to be replaced along with both
tension-torsion straps, both strap pins, and both strap
62-31. MAIN ROTOR HUB — INSPECTION bolts.
If records or physical appearance of main rotor hub 3. Dimensionally check for indications of permanent
indicate the assembly has been subjected to an deformation or damage to parts specified in step a
accident or incident outside the realm of normal through step f. A dimensional discrepancy of any part
usage, perform conditional inspection (paragraph will cause only that part to be replaced along with both
62-32). If the main rotor hub does not require tension-torsion straps, both strap pins, and both strap
conditional inspection, proceed with normal inspection bolts, unless stated otherwise in the following detailed
(paragraph 62-33). evaluation procedure.
62-32. MAIN ROTOR HUB — CONDITIONAL a. lnspect yoke (12, Figure 62-15) as follows:
INSPECTION
(1) Check straightness as follows:
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(4) lnspect attaching nuts (66) for damaged (3) Roll blade bolts on a surface plate. A
threads. deviation greater than 0.0015 inch (0.038 mm) is
cause to replace blade bolts.
(5) lnspect balance washer attachment holes
for cracks on outer and inner surfaces of yoke (12). d. lnspect strap bolts (56).
(2) Measure shank diameter of blade bolts in 1. If any main rotor hub part shows indications of
at least six locations. If diameters vary more than excessive wear or is not within tolerance, check
0.0007 inch (0.017 mm), replace blade bolts. mating part for abnormal wear.
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d. lnspect grips for damage (Figure 62-23). a. Place a 1.0 inch (25.4 mm) control conductor
through yoke and place conductor and yoke between
3. Perform a Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) on contact heads of machine. Pass 2500 amps through
the following parts (BHT-ALL-SPM, Chapter 6). conductor. Examine yoke 100% for indications
interpreted as cracks, seams, laps, or shuts. Special
attention shall be given to fillet radii, wear sleeve
FIGURE AND journal, inboard bearing journal, tooling holes, and
NOMENCLATURE mating surfaces (Figure 62-24).
INDEX NUMBER
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d. Place a 1.0 inch (25.4 mm) central conductor a. Place strap bolt between contact heads of
through internal spline of trunnion and place conductor machine. Pass 900 amps through strap bolt and
and trunnion between contact heads of machine. Pass inspect completely for indications interpreted as
1000 amps through central conductor. cracks, seams, laps, or shuts.
e. Inspect for indications. b. Place strap bolt in coil so axis of strap bolt is
90° to direction of current flow through coil. Magnetize
f. Rotate trunnion 180° around central conductor strap bolt using 9000 amp turns of magnetizing force.
and pass 1000 amps through central conductor. lnspect strap bolt completely for indications.
j. Replace trunnion if indications are found. b. Place blade bolt between contact heads of
machine and pass 1800 amps through blade bolt.
6. Perform a MPI on strap fittings (15, Figure 62-15)
as follows: c. Inspect blade bolt completely for indications.
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d. Place blade bolt in coil with longitudinal axis of yoke is acceptable for special repair by BHT. Yoke
blade bolt perpendicular to plane of coil. Magnetize shall be considered unacceptable for repair if it has
blade bolt using 10,000 amp turns. indeterminable history or a conditional inspection for
overspeed, overtorque, hard landing, or sudden
e. Inspect blade bolt completely for indications. stoppage.
NOTE NOTE
Limit charts are provided to show required Refer to General Information Letter (IL)
fit between mating parts and provide GEN-04-98 for the applicable shipping
dimensions as a guide for replacement of information and to obtain a Return Material
worn parts. It is not intended all dimensions Authorization (RMA) number.
listed on limits charts be checked as a
prescribed overhaul procedure; however, (2) If yoke is determined to be acceptable for
parts showing evidence of wear or physical special repair, the following information is required by
damage shall be checked dimensionally. BHT along with the yoke:
d. lnspect yoke for mark from flap restraint arms. 12. lnspect trunnion (20), strap fitting (15), strap pins
Marked area shall not exceed limits shown in (16), strap bolts (56), latches (47), blade bolts (57),
Figure 62-27, View A. retainers (2), radius rings (14), pitch horns (40), static
stops (9), pillow blocks (28), plug (87), mast nut (3,
Figure 62-1), and cone set (7) for cracks, mechanical
NOTE
damage, and corrosion (Figure 62-28 through
A main rotor yoke, which would be rejected Figure 62-40). Replace parts that are cracked and/or
solely due to excessive corrosion damage exceed limits.
in outboard bore of spindle, may be
repaired by Bell Helicopter Textron (BHT).
13. Inspect tension-torsion straps (65, Figure 62-15)
Repair consists of machining and
for wire strand failures and for damage as follows:
installation of a special insert in bore. Once
installed, the insert cannot be removed or
replaced except by BHT. a. A total of 25 broken wires (50 loose ends)
protruding through urethane coating of any one of the
(1) If yoke has excessive corrosion damage eight outside corners is cause for rejection. A total of
in outboard bore of spindle, but is otherwise 400 loose ends found over the entire strap surface is
repairable, review historical records to determine if cause for rejection.
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If yoke was previously modified with a special insert in outboard bore, corrosion damage limits for bore
and insert shall be 0.005 inch (0.127 mm) before repair and 0.010 inch (0.254 mm) after repair. Insert is
not field replaceable.
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EDGE CHAMFER 0.030 In. (0.76 mm) 0.060 In. (1.52 mm)
BEFORE AND AFTER REPAIR
THREAD:
Depth: 1/3 thread
Length: 0.50 In. (12.7 mm)
Number: Two
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A SECTION A-A
CONE SET
MECHANICAL 0.010 In. (0.25 mm) 0.010 In. (0.25 mm) 0.005 In. (0.13 mm)
BEFORE AND AFTER REPAIR
CORROSION 0.010 In. (0.25 mm) 0.010 In. (0.25 mm) 0.005 In. (0.13 mm)
BEFORE AND AFTER REPAIR
EDGE CHAMFER 0.030 In (0.76 mm) 0.030 In (0.76 mm) 0.030 In (0.76 mm)
NOTES
1 Damage may be considered negligible and not requiring repair if the depth does not exceed the limit
and the minimum radii observed in the damage area are not less than 0.025 inch (0.64 mm).
2 Surface must not have any protrusions above the surrounding surface. Dents and scratches not
exceeding the limit may be polished out.
3 Use a surface plate to repair damage. Both halves of the cone set must be surfaced exactly the same
amount so that the distance from surface A to B is identical for both halves.
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SHANK
INSPECTION
NUMBER CHARACTERISTIC METHOD LIMIT
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b. Strap bulge in excess of 0.06 inch (1.5 mm) 17. On oil lubricated hubs, inspect sight glasses (79
outside the normal straight contour is cause for and 86) for cracks, crazing, discoloration, and
rejection. A bulging of strap cross-section in any area damage.
from ends of strap to 3.5 inches (89 mm) inboard is
normal and not cause for rejection.
18. Inspect buffer pads (53) for condition. Replace if
loose or if severe fretting has occurred.
c. Cracks in urethane coating are acceptable
providing wires are not exposed.
62-34. MAIN ROTOR HUB — REPAIR
d. Delamination of urethane coating from the
bushings is acceptable. Delamination in any other
area is cause for rejection.
MATERIALS REQUIRED
e. A permanent set in twist may occur and is not
cause for rejection. Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications.
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
f. Strap stiffness can vary when flexed in an
unloaded condition and is not cause for rejection. C-005 Solid Film Lubricant
g. Displacement of urethane wedges between C-021 Solid Film Lubricant
bushings and inner surfaces of wire bundle is cause
for rejection. C-100 Chemical Film Material
C-331 Adhesive
NOTE
C-363 Adhesive
Springs are no longer required and may be
removed. C-407 Abrasive Pad
15. Inspect springs (48), if installed, for condition. C-423 Abrasive Paper
Apply compression load of 3.5 pounds (15.57 N) and
check for a length of 0.69 to 0.81 inch (17.53 to C-464 India Stone
20.57 mm).
C-500 Crocus Cloth
16. On oil lubricated hubs, inspect grip reservoir (76)
C-516 Clean Cloth
for cracks and damage.
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2 Prime center section, except threads, with one coat of epoxy polyamide primer (C-204).
3 Paint center section, except as noted, with two coats of light gull gray polyurethane
coating (C-245).
5 Do not paint. After primer has cured, pillow block bore shall accept a 2.6242 inch
(66.655 mm) diameter gauge.
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1 Coat repaired and bare areas with solid film lubricant (C-005 or C-021).
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1 Do not brush cadmium plate, prime or paint bores, splines, cone seat, or threads.
2 Apply cadmium plating solution (C-108) to all repaired and bare areas, except Note 1 areas.
4 One coat of epoxy polyamide primer (C-204) and two coats of polyurethane coating (C-245),
color 36440 on exterior surfaces except threads.
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RETAINER SPACER
RADIUS RING
ADJUSTING SCREW
PLUG
STRAP PIN
NOTES
1 Apply chemical film material (C-100) to repaired areas. Do not prime or paint.
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3 Apply one spray coat of epoxy polyamide primer (C-204) and two coats of polyurethane
coating (C-245), color 36440, on all exterior surfaces except Note 1 areas.
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2 Coat bore of grip with solid film lubricant (C-005 or C-021); minimum diameter after
coating shall be 3.9995 inches (101.588 mm).
4. Apply one spray coat of epoxy polyamide primer (C-204) and two spray coats of
polyurethane coating (C-245), color 36440, on all exterior surfaces except Note 1 areas.
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13. Dress out minor damage to nuts (46 and 51, e. Apply corrosion preventive compound (C-104)
Figure 62-15). Replace if cracked, damaged, or to trunnion spindle inner diameter.
corroded.
17. Replace bearing inner race (25, Figure 62-15) if
14. Repair grips (54). spalled, brinnelled, or discolored due to overheating.
Replace inner race and trunnion if damaged due to
race turning on spindle of trunnion.
a. Polish out nicks, dents, and corrosion on outer
surface of grip using 400 to 600 grit abrasive paper
(C-423) (Figure 62-23). Treat repaired areas with 18. On oil lubricated hub, replace grip reservoir (76)
chemical film material (C-100) (BHT-ALL-SPM, and sight glasses (79 and 86) if cracked, crazed, or
Chapter 3). damaged.
b. Coat grip bore with solid film lubricant (C-021) b. Coat repaired areas with chemical film
if required. Damaged solid film lubricant coating (up to material (C-100).
10% of area) may be touched up with solid film
lubricant (C-021).
c. Replace pillow block if cracked or if damaged
beyond limits.
15. Replace bearings (43, Figure 62-15) if any of the
following conditions is found:
d. On helicopters modified by TB 206L-81-67,
replace wear discs (19, Figure 62-15) if loose.
a. Broken or rough rollers.
(1) Clean bore of pillow block thoroughly with
b. Spalling, scoring, flaking, brinelling, or MEK (C-309).
discoloration.
(2) Bond wear disc in pillow block bore using
c. Pits larger than 0.008 inch (0.20 mm). adhesive (C-331) centering disc in wear area.
d. Cluster of three pits or more within an area of 20. Replace pillow block pads (29 and 89) as follows:
0.25 inch (6.3 mm) diameter with any one pit larger
than 0.004 inch (0.10 mm).
a. Lightly abrade bonding surfaces on the pillow
block (28) with a 400 grit abrasive paper (C-423).
16. Repair trunnion (20) as follows:. Clean with MEK (C-309) and dry with a clean cloth
(C-516).
a. Polish out allowable nicks and scratches on
surface of trunnion with crocus cloth (C-500) b. Abrade the light brown side of new pillow bloc
(Figure 62-28). pads (29 and 89) with a 100 or 150 grit abrasive paper
(C-423). Clean with aliphatic naphtha (C-305) and let
b. Coat repaired areas with cadmium plating the pads air dry.
solution (C-108) (BHT-ALLSPM, Chapter 3).
c. Apply a 0.003 to 0.008 inch (0.08 to 0.20 mm)
c. Dress out nicks, burrs, and scratches on thick layer of adhesive (C-363) to the bonding surfaces
splines with a fine India stone (C-464). of the pillow block (28) or pillow block pads (29
and 89), as applicable.
d. Replace trunnion if cracked or if mechanical
and corrosion damage limits are exceeded d. Locate the pillow block pads (29 and 89) on
(Figure 62-28). the inboard and outboard sides of the pillow block
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(28), respectively, and within 0.030 inch (0.76 mm) of SPECIAL TOOLS REQUIRED (Cont)
the hole center.
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
NOTE
Refer to the manufacturer instructions for Workaid Trunnion Centering
the mixing ratio, pot life, and curing time of Dowel
the adhesive.
Workaid Wear Sleeve
e. Bond the pillow block pads (29 and 89) to the Installation
pillow block (28) and remove excess adhesive before
Workaid Pitch Horn Trunnion
complete cure.
21. Visually inspect bushings (30), thrust washers Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications.
(22), and adjusting screws (21) for damage that would
render parts unserviceable. NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
C-001 Grease
22. Replace bearings (26) if spalled or discolored due
to overheating, roller is broken, or operation is rough. C-013 Lubricating Oil
23. Replace any part with defects for which no C-100 Chemical Film Material
damage limits are specified.
C-101 Corrosion Preventive
Compound
24. Install new insert (17) in strap pin (16), if required.
C-104 Corrosion Preventive
25. Inspect blade bolts (57) for corrosion and Compound
mechanical damage (Figure 62-32). If blade bolt cap
(59, Figure 62-15) is damaged, replace. C-125 Preservative Oil
26. Inspect blade bolt solid film lubricant coating. C-204 Epoxy Polyamide
Primer
a. If less than 10% of coating area is damaged, C-245 Polyurethane Coating
1
touch up coating with solid film lubricant (C-021).
C-304 Drycleaning Solvent
b. If more than 10% of coating area is damaged,
recoat blade bolt with solid film lubricant (C-005). C-305 Aliphatic Naphtha
C-309 MEK
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NOTES: CAUTION
1 Use color code 37925 per FED-STD-595.
PRESSING DIRECTLY AGAINST END OF
2 Use Metalset A-4 only.
TRUNNION WILL DISTORT CENTER OF
Use an ASTM D5363, Group 01, Class 5, TRUNNION. SUPPORT TRUNNION
3
Grade 1 anaerobic sealant, equivalent to THROUGH THE CENTER WITH A BRASS
MIL-S-22473, Grade E, and use a OR ALUMINUM ROD.
MIL-S-22473, Grade T, Form R activator for
the sealant. d. Position bearing inner race (6), with part
number facing outboard, on trunnion (4) and press
until flush with trunnion spindle. Repeat for opposite
NOTE end of trunnion. Allow parts to cool to room
temperature.
The following procedure is for one side.
Opposite side is identical and should be e. Clean radius grooves on spindles of trunnion
assembled at the same time. (4) with clean cloths dampened with MEK (C-309).
Wipe surface dry before MEK evaporates. Apply a
NOTE bead of sealant (C-308) to inboard end of bearing
inner races (6) to blend with body of trunnion
Lubricate all seals and packings with (Figure 62-44). Allow sealant to cure at 70 to 80°F (21
appropriate lubricant prior to installation per to 27°C).
the instructions in Chapter 12 of the
applicable Maintenance Manual (MM).
2. Assemble pillow blocks (14, Figure 62-43) as
follows:
1. Assemble main rotor trunnion as follows:
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DETAIL A
B
B
12
2 3 23
15
GAP B
14
21
GAP A
2
13
1
SECTION B-B
(SHIMMING)
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(1) For grease lubricated hubs, press seal (2) Measure the gap A between the washer
with lip pointing outboard into pillow block (21) and the bushing (13) at several locations, as
(Figure 62-43, Detail A). This will allow grease to shown in Figure 62-43.
purge when lubricating. Apply a coat of grease (C-001)
to seal and trunnion bearing inner race. (3) Round down the measured gap to the
nearest multiple of 0.002 inch (0.051 mm) to get the
(2) For oil lubricated hubs, press seal with lip required thickness for the shim (20). Example:
pointing inboard into pillow block (Detail A). Apply a
coat of lubricating oil (C-013) to seal and trunnion
bearing inner race.
Measured gap = 0.0095 inch (0.241 mm)
i. Apply a film of corrosion preventive compound
(C-104) to surfaces of pillow block (14), which will Required thickness = 0.008 inch (0.20 mm)
contact yoke (3), and to shank of bolts (12) and
bushings (13). Method B:
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(4) Round down the measured gap to the finger tight. Pillow blocks will be serviced after trunnion
nearest multiple of 0.002 inch (0.051 mm) to get the centering is completed.
required thickness for the shim (20). Example:
4. Center main rotor trunnion.
Measured gap = 0.0095 inch (0.241 mm) a. Fabricate main rotor trunnion centering
workaid (Figure 62-45).
Required thickness = 0.008 inch (0.20 mm)
l. On oil lubricated hubs, coat new packings (9 g. Use a 1/4 inch hexagon wrench to reposition
and 10) with lubricating oil (C-013) and insert on filler adjusting screws (18, Figure 62-43) to obtain 0.003
plug (8) and sight plug (11). inch (0.076 mm) or less difference between Dimension
A and Dimension B. Torque adjusting screws 115 to
m. Install sight plug (11) in pillow block (14) and 130 inch-pounds (13.0 to 14.6 Nm) plus tare torque.
torque 50 inch-pounds (5.65 Nm). Install filler plug Check trunnion centering again after each adjustment.
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h. Level yoke and trunnion again and repeat (3) Apply a small bead of sealant (C-320) to
step f. thread area of adjusting screws and to threads in
trunnion journal. The sealant will be drawn into thread
area by capillary action, sealing screws in place.
i. When centering is within limits, remove
Complete sealing of screws is ensured when a purple
centering tool and rotate trunnion back and forth about
ring of sealant remains around screw heads. Allow
12 times. Install trunnion, centering workaid, and
sealant to cure at 70 to 80°F (21 to 27°C) for 60 to 90
check centering again.
minutes. Fill cavities for adjusting screws with sealant
(C-308).
NOTE
5. Assemble yoke (3, Figure 62-47) with
If trunnion rotational preload exceeds tension-torsion straps (1), wear sleeves (2), strap
50 inch-pounds (5.65 Nm), thrust washers fittings (5), strap pins (7), and static stops (10).
were not lubricated prior to assembly.
(2) Check for proper lubrication between (4) Strap pin (16), radius rings (14), strap
mating surfaces. bolts (56), and blade bolt (57) shanks.
(3) Assemble trunnion and check centering (5) Grip (54) surfaces in contact with strap
and breakaway force again. bolts (56), and nuts (49), blade bolts (57), and
tension-torsion straps (65).
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SECTION A-A A
(AFTER INSTALLATION)
A
NOTES
3 Deleted.
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c. Apply 0.25 inch (6.35 mm) bead of sealant o. Remove bolts (11), steel washers (12), static
(C-308) to circumference of yoke spindle fillet radius. stop (10), and shims (8). Adjust thickness to provide
0.002 to 0.004 inch (0.05 to 0.10 mm) pinch fit
d. Heat wear sleeve (2, Figure 62-47) with a heat between static stop and strap fitting.
lamp until hot to touch. Using protective glove, position
inner diameter chamfered end of wear sleeve on end p. Push tension-torsion strap inboard about
of yoke spindle. Make sure that wear sleeve is 1.0 inch (25 mm) into center of yoke (3).
perpendicular to yoke spindle.
q. Clean surface of strap fitting (5) inboard of
e. Support yoke on a press and position wear packing groove and mating surface of yoke bore with
sleeve workaid over wear sleeve and yoke spindle. MEK (C-309).
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SUPPORT YOKE ON WOODEN BLOCKS (2) Press parts together firmly. Make sure
DURING ASSEMBLY OF GRIPS. that closures are firmly seated to grips. Fair adhesive
squeeze-out and cure at 70 to 80°F (21 to 27°C) for
7. Assemble grips (2, Figure 62-49) as follows: 4 hours minimum. No edge voids are permitted.
Prior to bonding, apply chemical film 8. Assemble packings (3 and 6), retainer (4), and
material (C-100) and epoxy polyamide excluder (5).
primer (C-204) to grip tangs, faying with
buffer pads.
a. Clean outboard groove in retainer (4) and
(1) Abrade buffer pads (1) and closures (7) mating surface area in bore of grips (2) with a sharp
on areas to be bonded with 180 grit abrasive paper plastic scraper and clean cloths dampened in MEK
(C-423) and wipe clean with a cloth moistened with (C-309).
aliphatic naphtha (C-305). Wipe dry with a clean cloth.
Clean mating surfaces on grips (2) with aliphatic b. Fabricate main rotor hub excluder mandrel
naphtha (C-305) and wipe dry. (Figure 62-50).
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1. Yoke
2. Laminated shim
3. Rubber stop
4. Static stop
5. Bolt
6. Steel washer
7. Pitch horn
8. Packing
9. Roller bearing
10. Spacer
11. Washer
12. Nut
13. Spring
14. Blade latch
15. Nut
16. Grip
17. Nut
18. Washer
19. Bolt
20. Blade bolt
21. Packing
22. Cap
23. Nut
24. Steel washer
25. Bolt
26. Tension-torsion strap
27. Wear sleeve
28. Plug
NOTE
1 Springs (13) are no longer required
and may be removed.
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a. Support yoke on work surface with a piece of i. Coat shanks of bolts (25) and steel washers
wood approximately 2 x 4 x 10 inches (50.8 x 101.6 x (24) with epoxy polyamide primer (C-204) and install
254 mm) between static stops. through pitch horn and grip with bolt heads inboard.
lnstall steel washers (24) and nuts (23). Uniformly
b. Apply a film of grease (C-001) or lubricating oil torque nuts to 120 inch-pounds (13.5 Nm) plus tare
(C-013), as applicable to outer diameter of wear torque.
sleeve (27, Figure 62-51), bearing journals on spindle
of yoke (1), lip of seal in pitch horn (7), and to packing j. Use socket wrench (T101554) to torque nut
(8). Also lubricate excluder installed in grip (16). (12) 180 foot-pounds (244 Nm).
d. Slide inboard roller bearing (9) onto yoke k. lnstall spring (13), if applicable, blade latch
spindle with part number facing inboard. (14), and nut (15) on each end of strap bolt (19).
Tighten nuts only enough to remove free play from
e. Fit grip (16) over spindle of yoke (1) and slide blade latches. Nuts will be torqued after main rotor
inboard, carefully rotating back and forth until blades are installed.
engaging tension-torsion strap (26). Continue rotating
and pressing grip onto spindle of yoke until bores for l. Install the plug (28) on the blade bolt (20) as
strap bolt (19) are aligned. follows:
DO NOT ALLOW GRIPS OR YOKE TO (2) Clean the parts with MEK (C-309) and
ROTATE ON PITCH CHANGE AXIS. IF dry.
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62-37. MAIN ROTOR HUB — PRESERVATION hardware to prevent movement during handling or
transit. Install 80 units of desiccant and seal container.
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE 1. Inspect lock (6, Figure 62-1) for wear and
damage. Maximum depth of scoring allowed is
C-001 Grease
0.005 inch (0.127 mm). Make sure both locking tangs
C-013 Lubricating Oil engage mast nut splines when parts are installed.
4. Securely pack main rotor hub in a metal or 2. Touch up repaired areas with chemical film
wooden shipping container with cushioning and material (C-100).
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2. Place three steel washers (9) on each eyebolt (8) 2. Mask bearing (13, Figure 62-53) with masking
and install on support (10). tape (C-426).
3. Place one steel washer (5) on each eyebolt (6) 3. Mix one part clear polyurethane coating (C-245)
and insert in inboard side of arm assembly (4). Install to 1.5 to 2 parts thinner (C-206) and apply by spray or
eight steel washers (3) and nine steel washers (2) on brush as follows:
each eyebolt. lnstall and torque nuts (1) 60 to
85 inch-pounds (6.78 to 9.60 Nm). a. Spray — Apply a spray coat from a distance of
6 to 8 inches (152.4 to 203.2 mm) from the surfaces.
4. Apply corrosion protective coating to all exterior After 15 to 30 minutes drying time, apply a second
surfaces of flap restraint (paragraph 62-46). coat in the same manner.
62-46. FLAP RESTRAINT ASSEMBLY — b. Brush — Apply using a fine hair brush (camel
CORROSION PROTECTION or ox hair, not nylon) and paint brush coating quickly
over the surface overlapping previous strokes, but not
reworking entire coated area. After 30 minutes drying
time, apply a second coat in same manner as the first.
MATERIALS REQUIRED
4. Curing of protective coating may be
Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications.
accomplished as follows:
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
a. Air dry — After second coat is applied, full
C-206 Thinner cure can be obtained in approximately 48 hours at 70
to 80°F (21 to 27°C).
C-245 Polyurethane Coating
b. Heat dry — After second coat is applied,
C-305 Aliphatic Naphtha
accelerated curing can be accomplished by air drying
C-309 MEK for 30 minutes, then heat lamp bake at 150°F (66°C)
for 2 hours.
C-423 Abrasive Paper
5. Remove masking tape.
C-426 Masking Tape
6. After curing, coating shall be smooth and uniform
The flap restraint shall receive two coats of the over entire surface with no area of part uncoated.
corrosion protective coating. Anodized aluminum parts Coating shall have a dry film thickness of 0.0012 to
should receive protective coating after reassembly or 0.0020 inch (0.0305 to 0.0508 mm). Areas found to be
installation on the helicopter. Cadmium plated steel uncoated may be spot repaired in accordance with
parts should receive the protective coating prior to step 7.
reassembly.
7. Isolated areas of non-adhesion shall be
1. Thoroughly clean surfaces to receive protective refinished by feathering in uncoated areas with 400 to
coating with a cloth saturated with MEK (C-309). Wipe 600 grit abrasive paper (C-423). Wipe areas with
surfaces dry with a clean cloth before MEK aliphatic naphtha (C-305) and refinish in accordance
evaporates. with step 3.
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62-47. SWASHPLATE AND SUPPORT with seal (38) from outer ring (42). Remove and
discard seal.
62-48. SWASHPLATE AND SUPPORT —
DISASSEMBLY b. Index mark the duplex bearing set (41), inner
cap (40), and pivot sleeve (2) to assure proper
reinstallation.
CAUTION
c. Remove lockwire and remove bolts (33) and
countersunk washers (32), top half of bearing set (4),
SUPPORT PIVOT SLEEVE TO PREVENT laminated shims (39), and inner cap (40) from inner
DAMAGE TO SUPPORT. ring (7). Measure and record shim thickness for
reinstallation.
CAUTION
1. Remove collective lever (29, Figure 62-54) and
link (21).
TA KE PRECA UTIO NS TO PREV ENT
a. Remove lockwire from screws (26). Remove INNER RING AND SLEEVE FROM
screws, washers (25), and pins (27) from collective FALLING.
lever (29).
e. Place outer ring (42) and inner ring (7) in
b. On assemblies 206-010-450-101/-121 and press. Support outer ring in press and carefully press
-123, remove nut (47), washers (46), and bolts (45). inner ring and pivot sleeve (2) from outer ring.
Remove pins (27) from collective lever.
f. Heat outer ring (42) and invert. Tap on
c. Remove cotter pins (12), nut (11), aluminum wooden surface to dislodge duplex bearing (41).
washer (10), and bolt (13). Remove and discard lower seal (38). Remove cotter
pins (15), nuts (16), bushings (17), slider bearing (18),
and bolts (5) from slots in pivot sleeve (2) and inner
d. Remove cotter pins (31), nut (30), aluminum ring (7). Discard packing (6).
washer (24), and bolt (23). Remove collective lever
(29) and collective lever link (21) from support (8).
g. Rotate pivot sleeve 90° and raise out of inner
ring (7).
2. Lift inner ring (7) and outer ring (42) together with
pivot sleeve (2) from support (8).
h. Raise pivot sleeve (2) in inner ring (7) and
remove lower bearing set (4) from inner ring.
3. Disassemble pivot sleeve (2) and inner and outer
rings (7 and 42).
i. Remove upper and lower sleeve bearings (1)
from pivot sleeve by inserting a 1/16 to 1/8 inch drive
a. Remove lockwire and remove bolts (35) and pin through sealant covered pilot holes in sleeve
countersunk washers (36). Remove outer cap (34) adjacent to bearings (Figure 62-55).
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45
46
47
29 27
DETAIL A
(FOR 206-010-450-101, -121 AND
-123 ASSEMBLIES ONLY)
SEE DETAIL A
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62-49. SWASHPLATE AND SUPPORT — 1. Visually inspect swashplate and support and
CLEANING review accompanying records to determine if
swashplate has been subjected to an accident or
incident outside the realm of normal usage.
MATERIALS REQUIRED
a. If there is evidence of accident or incident
Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications. damage, accomplish the following.
3. Remove paint from metal parts using paint Limits charts are provided to show required
remover (C-436). fit between mating parts. It is not intended
all dimensions listed on limits chart be
checked as a prescribed overhaul
62-50. SWASHPLATE AND SUPPORT — procedure. However, parts exhibiting
INSPECTION evidence of wear or physical damage shall
be checked dimensionally.
MATERIALS REQUIRED a. lnspect pivot sleeve (2), inner ring (7), support
(8), collective lever link (21), collective lever (29), outer
Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications. cap (34), and outer ring (42) for mechanical and
corrosion damage (Figure 62-57 through
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE Figure 62-63).
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SECTION A-A
4 Pivot sleeve sphere O.D. 3.999 (101.58) 4.003 (101.67) Maximum 0.002 inch
Pivot sleeve sphere slots I.D. — — — — (0.050 mm) wear
below adjacent
unworn surface.
5 Swashplate support O.D. 2.558 (64.98) 2.562 (65.07) Maximum 0.002 inch
(0.050 mm) wear
below adjacent
unworn surface.
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PIVOT SLEEVE
CORROSION
BEFORE REPAIR 0.005 inch (0.13 mm) 0.010 inch (0.25 mm)
AFTER REPAIR 0.010 inch (0.25 mm) 4 2 0.020 inch (0.51 mm) 4
MAXIMUM AREA PER 0.10 square inch (65 mm2) 2 Not critical
FULL DEPTH REPAIR
EDGE CHAMFER 0.040 inch (1.02 mm) 2 0.040 inch (1.02 mm)
NOTES
1 Minimum radius of repair is 0.35 inch (8.9 mm).
2 Damage must not penetrate the hard anodized surface or the tungsten carbide surface. Damage
not penetrating the anodized surface or the tungsten carbide surface should be lightly polished
with fine crocus cloth (C-500). Any crack in the tungsten carbide surface is cause for replacement.
4 Corrosion must be removed to two times the depth of the corrosion damage but not to exceed the given limits.
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LINK
206-010-407
CORROSION
BEFORE REPAIR 0.005 inch (0.13 mm) 2 0.015 inch (0.38 mm) 2
AFTER REPAIR 0.010 inch (0.25 mm) 0.030 inch (0.76 mm)
MAXIMUM AREA PER 0.10 square inch (65 mm2) 0.25 square inch (161 mm2)
FULL DEPTH REPAIR
EDGE CHAMFER 0.030 inch (0.76 mm) 0.030 inch (0.76 mm)
NOTES
1 Bore damage shall not exceed 0.001 inch (0.025 mm) for 1/4 circumference.
2 Corrosion must be removed to two times the depth of the corrosion damage but not to
exceed the given limits.
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LINK
206-010-446
CORROSION
BEFORE REPAIR 0.0025 inch (0.063 mm) 2 0.005 inch (0.13 mm) 2
AFTER REPAIR 0.005 inch (0.13 mm) 0.010 inch (0.25 mm)
MAXIMUM AREA PER 0.100 square inch (65 mm2) 0.25 square inch (161 mm2)
FULL DEPTH REPAIR
NOTES
1 Bore damage shall not exceed 0.001 inch (0.025 mm) for 1/4 circumference.
2 Corrosion must be removed to two times the depth of the corrosion damage but not to
exceed the given limits.
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COLLECTIVE LEVER
206-010-467
CORROSION
BEFORE REPAIR 0.005 inch (0.13 mm) 2 0.015 inch (0.38 mm) 2
AFTER REPAIR 0.010 inch (0.25 mm) 0.030 inch (0.76 mm)
MAXIMUM AREA PER 0.15 square inch (97 mm2) 0.25 square inch (161 mm2)
FULL DEPTH REPAIR
EDGE CHAMFER 0.030 inch (0.76 mm) 0.050 inch (1.27 mm)
NOTES
1 Bore damage shall not exceed 0.001 inch (0.025 mm) for 1/4 circumference.
2 Corrosion must be removed to two times the depth of the corrosion damage but not to
exceed the given limits.
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COLLECTIVE LEVER
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CORROSION
BEFORE REPAIR 0.0025 inch (0.063 mm) 2 0.005 inch (0.13 mm) 2
AFTER REPAIR 0.005 inch (0.13 mm) 0.010 inch (0.25 mm)
MAXIMUM AREA PER 0.15 square inch (97 mm2) 0.25 square inch (161 mm2)
FULL DEPTH REPAIR
EDGE CHAMFER 0.005 inch (0.13 mm) 0.010 inch (0.25 mm)
NOTES
1 Bore damage shall not exceed 0.001 inch (0.025 mm) for 1/4 circumference.
2 Corrosion must be removed to two times the depth of the corrosion damage but not to
exceed the given limits.
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c. Inspect duplex bearing (41) as follows: (1) Do not chase threads in inner ring (7)
with a tap. These are helicoil inserts. If threads are not
(1) Make sure the duplex bearing (41) is a satisfactory, replace helicoil insert (BHT-ALL-SPM).
matched serial numbered set. If serial numbers are
different, discard the duplex bearing. (2) Do not chase threads in outer ring (42)
with a tap. These are a specially formed thread. If
(2) Inspect races and balls of each individual threads are not satisfactory, replace outer ring.
bearing for mechanical and corrosion damage, and for
pitting, brinelling, spalling, and scoring (Figure 62-64).
f. lnspect grease fittings (37) in outer cap (34)
for serviceability.
CAUTION
3. lnspect teflon lined bearings or bushings (1, 3, 4,
18, and 20, Figure 62-54) for fabric looseness or teflon
penetration. If teflon fabric fibers are beginning to
MAKE SURE NOT TO REMOVE THE V
show through or show any damage, replace bearings
MARK WHEN YOU POLISH OUT
or bushings (BHT-ALL-SPM, Chapter 9).
CORROSION. THE V MARK CANNOT BE
REAPPLIED IN THE FIELD. IF THE V
MARK IS NOT VISIBLE, THE BEARING IS a. lnspect bushing bores in part for damage.
UNSERVICEABLE. Damage greater than 0.001 inch (0.025 mm) for
1/4 circumference requires part to be replaced
(3) Polish out corrosion on the inner and (BHT-ALL-SPM, Chapter 9).
outer diameters and face sides of the bearing with an
abrasive pad (C-407) or steel wool (C-411).
4. During each overhaul, perform Fluorescent
(4) Clean the applicable bearing(s) after Penetrant Inspection (FPI) of swashplate and support
polishing corrosion (paragraph 62-49). components (paragraph 62-51).
(5) Hand pack the applicable bearing(s) with 5. After assembly, inspect swashplate assembly for
grease (C-001). proper friction adjustment (paragraph 62-54).
e. Inspect threads in inner ring (7, Figure 62-54) 1. Perform a Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection (FPI)
and outer ring (42) for damage. Check stud (44) in on the components of the swashplate and support
outer ring for damaged threads or looseness. listed in Table 62-2 (BHT-ALL-SPM, Chapter 6).
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FACE SIDE
A
FACE SIDE
A BACK SIDE
BACK SIDE
DUPLEX BEARING
206-010-443
FACE SIDE
SECTION A-A
CORROSION
BEFORE AND AFTER REPAIR 5.0000 In. 1 6.1240 In. 2 1.2300 In. 3 No damage
(127.000 mm) (155.550 mm) (31.242 mm)
maximum ID minimum OD minimum
distance
between
face sides
NOTES
1 It is acceptable to have 5.0005 inch (127.012 mm) maximum inside diameter (ID) for 25% of the area.
2 It is acceptable to have 6.1235 inch (155.537 mm) minimum outside diameter (OD) for 25% of the area.
3 It is acceptable to have 1.2295 inch (31.230 mm) minimum distance between face sides for 25% of the
face side area.
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FLANGE BUSHING
(206-010-425-003)
MECHANICAL 0.001 In. (0.025 mm) No damage 0.005 In. (0.13 mm)
BEFORE AND AFTER REPAIR
CORROSION 0.001 In. (0.025 mm) No damage 0.005 In. (0.13 mm)
BEFORE AND AFTER REPAIR
NOTE
No cracks permitted.
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SPECIAL ACCEPTANCE
DESCRIPTION REFERENCE
REQUIREMENTS
NOTE:
1 Fluorescent penetrant visible portion of stud (44) installed in outer ring (42). Do not remove stud.
62-52. SWASHPLATE AND SUPPORT — REPAIR a. Line ream new bushings after installation.
C-246 Epoxy Primer Coating 3. Replace sleeve bearings (1), spherical bearing
set (4), and duplex bearing (41) if found unserviceable.
C-423 Abrasive Paper
4. If pivot sleeve bushing bore exceeds the
C-500 Crocus Cloth maximum inner diameter limits, the bore may be
reamed and an oversize bushing installed.
1. Polish out acceptable damage with 400 to 600
grit abrasive paper (C-423). Acceptable damage on a. Line ream inner diameter bore 0.5725 to
0.5730 inch (14.5415 to 14.5542 mm).
hard anodized (glossy) surface shall be lightly
polished with fine crocus cloth (C-500). Damage
penetrating through hard anodized or tungsten carbide b. Break sharp edges and apply chemical film
finish requires replacement of part. material (C-100) to reworked surfaces
(BHT-ALL-SPM, Chapter 3).
2. Remove and replace unserviceable bushings (3, c. Coat oversize bushing (206-010-421-101)
9, 20, and 28, Figure 62-54) (BHT-ALL-SPM, outer diameter and sleeve bore with epoxy polyamide
Chapter 9). primer (C-204) and press bushing into sleeve bore.
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5. Apply chemical film material (C-100) to all c. Use fabricated workaid to press one seal (5)
repaired and bare metal surfaces (BHT-ALLSPM, into outer cap (3) so lip is pointed down. Press second
Chapter 3). seal (5) into outer ring (12) with lip pointing down
(Figure 62-67, Detail A and Detail B).
6. Touch up repaired areas with one coat of epoxy
polyamide primer (C-204). d. Make sure grease fittings (4) are clear of seals
(5) so purging of duplex bearing (11) can be
accomplished after assembly.
7. Restore primer on inner and outer rings (7 and
42) as shown in Figure 62-66.
NOTE
b. Apply a thin film of adhesive (C-325) to outer c. lnstall sleeve bearings (13, Figure 62-67) in
diameter of seals (5). grooves inside pivot sleeve (14).
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NOTES
1 Apply one coat of epoxy primer coating (C-246), 0.0002 to 0.0007 inch (0.006 to 0.017 mm) thick.
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Figure 62-67. Outer and Inner Ring and Pivot Sleeve (Sheet 1 of 2)
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d. Apply a film of corrosion preventive compound e. Carefully position outer ring (12) and duplex
(C-104) to mating surfaces of outer cap (3), outer ring bearing (11) over inner ring (22). Press inner race of
(12), and shank of bolts (1). Position outer cap on duplex bearing onto inner ring until bearing is firmly
outer ring so that grease fitting (4) is opposite stud on seated on shoulder of inner ring. Use care not to
outer ring.
damage lip of seal (5) in outer ring (Figure 62-67,
Detail A and Detail B).
e. lnstall eight bolts (1) and countersunk washers
(2). Make sure countersunk side of washers is next to
bolt heads. Do not torque at this time. f. Install inner cap (10), laminated shims (9), and
top half of bearing set (8).
4. Assemble outer ring (12) and pivot sleeve (14) to
inner ring (22).
(1) Apply a small bead of adhesive (C-325)
to mating surfaces of inner cap (10) and inner ring
a. Apply a film of grease (C-001) to shaft of inner
ring (22) where it will mate with duplex bearing (11). (22).
Apply a light coat of corrosion preventive compound
(C-104) to shank of bolts (20). (2) Install inner cap (10) to top of inner ring
(22) and align bolt holes. Align index marks if
b. Support inner ring (22) on wooden blocks to applicable.
allow pivot sleeve (14) to hang free when installed.
Position two lower halves of bearing set (8) around
lower portion of spherical feature of pivot sleeve, then (3) Install full laminated shims (9) to inner
insert into inner ring. Make sure bearing split lines are cap (10), or use same amount of shims as removed
oriented 90° from inner ring slots. during disassembly. Shims may be changed during
friction adjustment (paragraph 62-54).
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5. Carefully position outer ring (1, Figure 62-69), 7. Refinish swashplate and support assembly as
inner ring (2), and pivot sleeve (3) onto support (16). follows:
lnstall collective lever (7).
a. Mask all bearings, bushings, and all hard
a. Make sure serviceable bushings (8, 14, and anodized or tungsten carbide surfaces with masking
17) are installed in collective lever (7), collective lever tape to prevent contact with paint.
link (15), and support (16).
b. Treat all bare aluminum surfaces with
chemical film material (C-100) (BHT-ALLSPM,
b. Apply a film of corrosion preventive compound
Chapter 3).
(C-104) to shank of bolts (12 and 21)
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SEE DETAIL A
9
10
11
22 7
23
24
9
DETAIL A
(FOR 206-010-450-101, -121 AND
-123 ASSEMBLIES ONLY)
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SWASHPLATE 5
FRICTION SHOULD BE
15 TO 32 LBS 6
1. Collective lever (66.8 TO 142.3 N)
2. Inner ring 7
3. Outer ring
SPRING SCALE
4. Bearing set
3
5. Bolt
6. Countersunk washer 10
7. Laminated shim
8. Inner cap 8
9. Support assembly
10. Pivot sleeve
2
1 9
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CAUTION NOTE
If bolts (5) are torqued to the minimum
value of 50 inch-pounds (5.65 Nm) to
BEARING SET CAN BE INSTALLED IN obtain the initial 15 to 32 pounds (66.73 to
EIGHT DIFFERENT POSITIONS. 142.34 N) friction, it will permit
BEARING SHALL BE INDEX MARKED readjustment by simply retorquing bolts to
BEFORE REMOVAL AND REINSTALLED maintain friction.
IN THE EXACT SAME POSITION FROM
WHICH REMOVED TO ENSURE f. Tighten bolts (5) evenly until a final torque of
S MO O T H NE S S O F O P E R AT IO N O F 50 inch-pounds (5.65 Nm) is attained.
CYCLIC FLIGHT CONTROLS.
a. Use felt tipped pen to index mark position of g. Check friction again with a spring scale
top bearing set (4) and inner cap (8), to outer ring (3) (step 1). If required, repeat adjustment of laminated
and pivot sleeve (10). shim (7) thickness until required swashplate friction is
achieved.
b. Cut and remove lockwire from the eight
bolts (5) securing bearing set (4). Remove bolts and h. Secure heads of bolts (5) together with
countersunk washers (6). lockwire (C-405).
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62-57. SWASHPLATE COLLAR SET — REPAIR 62-60. SWASHPLATE IDLER LEVER — REPAIR
1. Polish out acceptable damage with 400 grit C-516 Clean Cloth
abrasive paper (C-423).
1. Polish out acceptable damage with 400 grit
2. Replace loose or damaged bushings. abrasive paper (C-423).
a. Press out bushings. Clean collar set bores 2. For model 206L, 206L1, and 206L3 helicopters
with cloth dampened with MEK (C-309) or aliphatic Pre TB 206L-99-199 and model 206L4 helicopters S/N
naphtha (C-305). 52001 and 52226 Pre TB 206L-99-199, replace loose
or unserviceable bushings (15, Figure 62-74) as
b. Apply epoxy polyamide primer (C-204) to follows:
bushings and collar set mating surfaces.
a. Press out and discard bushings (15).
c. Press bushings into bores while primer is still
wet. Remove squeezed out primer. b. Remove remaining adhesive with an abrasive
pad (C-407).
3. Refinish collar set (paragraph 62-64).
c. Clean the bushing bores of the idler lever (14)
with a clean cloth (C-516) moistened with aliphatic
62-58. SWASHPLATE IDLER LEVER
naphtha (C-305).
62-59. SWASHPLATE IDLER LEVER — d. Apply adhesive (C-313) to the outer diameter
INSPECTION of the bushings (15) and to the bushing bores of the
idler lever (14).
1. lnspect idler lever for damage (Figure 62-73).
e. Install the bushings (15) on the idler lever (14)
2. lnspect four teflon bushings for looseness or and keep a 2.625 inches (66.68 mm) minimum
teflon penetration. If fabric fibers are beginning to distance between opposite flanges, as shown in
show or fabric is damaged, replace bushings. Figure 62-74, until the adhesive has cured.
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9 A
8 10 A 13
11
7 11 12 A
A 2
3
3
A 4
1
A 5
6 8
7
9
GAP GAP
1 13
5
VIEW
LOOKING DOWN
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1. Collar set
2. Bushing
3. Bushing
4. Bushing
5. Shim
6. Bolt
7. Idler lever
8. Bolt
9. Shim
10. Bushing
11. Bushing
12. Bushing
13. Idler link
14. Idler link
15. Bushing
A ADHESIVE (C-313)
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3. For model 206L, 206L1, and 206L3 helicopters l. Install the shim (5) under the flange of the
Post TB 206L-99-199, model 206L4 helicopters S/N bushing (4).
52001 and 52226 Post TB 206L-99-199, and model
206L4 helicopters S/N 52227 and subsequent, replace m. Apply adhesive (C-313) to the outer diameter
loose or unserviceable bushings (2, 4, 10, and 12) as of the bushing (4).
follows:
n. Install the assembly of the bushing (4) and
a. Press out and discard bushings (2, 4, 10, shim (5) on the lug of the idler lever (7) that will be
and 12). adjacent to the threads of the bolt (6), as shown in
Figure 62-74.
b. Remove remaining adhesive with an abrasive
pad (C-407). o. Apply adhesive (C-313) to the outer diameter
of the opposite bushing (2).
c. Clean the bushing bores of the idler lever (7)
with a clean cloth (C-516) moistened with aliphatic p. Install the opposite bushing (2) on the idler
naphtha (C-305). lever (7).
d. Temporarily install two new bushings (2 and 4) q. Identify the collar set side of the idler lever (7)
on the lugs on one side of the idler lever (7). with a non-permanent marker.
g. Measure and record the gap between a t. Install the shim (9) under the flange of the
flanged bushings in the collar set (1) and the mating bushing (10).
bushing (2 or 4) in the idler lever (7), as shown in
Figure 62-74.
u. Apply adhesive (C-313) to the outer diameter
of the bushing (10).
h. Calculate and record the required thickness
for a new shim (5) as follows:
v. Install the assembly of the bushing (10) and
shim (9) on the lug of the idler lever (7) that will be
adjacent to the head of the bolt (8), as shown in
Figure 62-74
Thickness (inch) = Gap - 0.004
Each lamination of the shim (5) is x. Install the opposite bushing (12) on the idler
0.002 inch (0.05 mm) thick. lever (7).
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62-61. SWASHPLATE IDLER LINK b. Clean idler link bores with MEK (C-309) or
aliphatic naphtha (C-305). Make sure all adhesive is
62-62. SWASHPLATE IDLER LINK — removed.
INSPECTION
c. Apply epoxy polyamide primer (C-204) to
bushing and idler link mating surfaces.
1. Inspect idler link for damage (Figure 62-75).
d. Press bushings into bores while primer is still
2. Inspect spherical bearing for axial or radial wear. wet. Remove squeezed out primer.
If wear exceeds 0.010 inch (0.254 mm), replace
bearing (BHT-ALL-SPM, Chapter 9). 3. Refinish idler link (paragraph 62-64).
3. Inspect two steel bushings for looseness and 62-64. SWASHPLATE COLLAR, IDLER LEVER,
damage. AND IDLER LINK — REFINISH
1. Polish out acceptable damage with 400 grit 2. Apply chemical film material (C-100) to bare
abrasive paper (C-423). surfaces (BHT-ALL-SPM, Chapter 3).
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