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CHAPTER 62 - MAIN ROTOR
CONTENTS - MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
Paragraph Chapter/Section Page

Number Title Number Number
Main rotor ........................................ 62-00-00 7
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62-1
62-1
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62-2
62-2 Vibration analysis................................. 62-00-00 7
62-3
62-3 Extreme low frequency vibration ............... 62-00-00 7
62-4
62-4 Low frequency vibration ........................ 62-00-00 7
62-5
62-5 Medium frequency vibration .................... 62-00-00 9
62-6
62-6 High frequency vibration ....................... 62-00-00 9
TROUBLESHOOTING
62-7
62-7 Troubleshooting .................................. 62-00-00
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11
CAS
62-8
62-8 Inboard trim tabs ..................... 62-00-00 11
62-9
62-9 Correcting vertical 1/rev in a hover using
....
outboard tabs .................................. 62-00-00 11
OPERATIONAL CHECK
62-10
62-10 Main rotor operational check ..................... 62-00-00 17
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62-11
62-11 Dynamic tracking and balancing ............... 62-00-00 17
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62-12
62-12 Flag tracking ................................... 62-00-00 17
62-13
62-13 I.G.E. hover check ............................. 62-00-00 20
62-14
62-14 Spanwise balancing ............................ 62-00-00 21
62-15
62-15 Chordwise balancing ........................... 62-00-00 21
62-16
62-16 Forward flight and letdown check .............. 62-00-00 23
Zero airspeed O.G.E. hover ....................
62-17
62-17
62-18
62-18
62-19
62-19
Adjustment - flap restraint engagement rpm ..
Final acceptance or rejection ...................
62-00-00
62-00-00
62-00-00
26
26
27
62-20
62-20 Main rotor final acceptance check ................ 62-00-00 30
MAIN ROTOR HUB AND BLADES
62-21 Main rotor hub and blades ........................ 62-00-00 (n1-+

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62-21
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62-22
62-22 Removal ........................................ 62-00-00 31
62-23
62-23 Cleaning ....................................... 62-00-00 35
62-24
62-24 Inspection and repair ........................... 62-00-00 35
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62-26
62-26 Installation ..................................... 62-00-00 38
FLAP RESTRAINT
62-27
62-27 Flap restraint..................................... 62-00-00 43/44
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62-28
62-28 Removal ........................................ 62-00-00 43/44
62-29
62-29 Inspection and repair........................... 62-00-00 43/44
62-30
62-30 .....................................
Installation 62-00-00 43/44
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CONTENTS - MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES (Cont)
Paragraph Chapter/Section Page

Number Title Number Number
MAIN ROTOR BLADES
62-31 Main rotor blades ................................. 62-00-00 45

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62-31
62-32
62-32 Cleaning ....................................... 62-00-00 45
62-33
62-34
62-34 Touchup refinishing ............................ 62-00-00 50
62-35
62-35 Erosion protection tape ........................ 62-00-00 51
62-36
62-36 Trunnion bearing replacement .................. 62-00-00 52
PITCH LINK
Pitch link......................................... 62-00-00 55
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62-37
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62-37
62-38
62-38 Removal ........................................ 62-00-00 55
62-39
62-39 Inspection...................................... 62-00-00 55
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62-40
62-40
62-41
62-41
Installation
Adjustment of pitch angle
and blades
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main rotor hub
.....................................
62-00-00
62-00-00
55
55
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SWASHPLATE AND SUPPORT
62-42 Swashplate and support .......................... 62-00-00
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62-42 61
62-43
62-43 Removal ........................................ 62-00-00 61
62-44
62-44 Cleaning ....................................... 62-00-00 61
62-45
:
62-46
62-46 Installation ..................................... 62-00-00 63
62-47
62-47 Swashplate friction adjustment ................... 62-00-00 64
COLLECTIVE LEVER AND LINK
Collective lever and link .......................... 62-00-00 69

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62-48
62-48
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62-49
62-49 Removal ........................................ 62-00-00 69
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62-50
62-51
62-51 Installation ..................................... 62-00-00 69
62-52
62-52 Swashplate drive assembly ....................... 62-00-00 71
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62-53
62-53 Removal ........................................ 62-00-00 71
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62-54
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62-55
62-55 Installation ..................................... 62-00-00 72
MAIN ROTOR HUB AND BLADE DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY
62-56 Main rotor hub and blade disassembly/assembly 62-00-00 75

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62-56
62-57
62-57 Disassembly .................................... 62-00-00 75
62-58
62-58 Assembly ....................................... 62-00-00 75
62-59
62-59 Blade alignment ................................ 62-00-00 77
62-62
62-62 Static balancing ................................ 62-00-00 84
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FIGURES
Figure Page
Number Title Number
62-1
62-1 Main rotor troubleshooting ............................................ 12
62-2
62-2 Main rotor tracking chart .............................................. 13
62-3
62-3 Use of tab bender and tab gage ...................................... 15/16
(gyp
62-4
62-4 Main rotor blade flag tracking ........................................ 18
62-5 Main rotor operational adjustments ................................... 19
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62-5
62-6
62-6 Vibration analysis and corrective action chart ........................
(ii 22
62-7
62-7 Main rotor hub and blades ............................................ 24
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62-8
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28
S11
62-8 Flap restraint .........................................................

62-9
62-9 Main rotor autorotation rpm adjustment chart ......................... 29/30
S11
62-10 Fabrication of main rotor grip workaids ............................... 32

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62-10
62-11
62-11 Cone set damage limits .............................................. 36
62-12
62-12 Mast nut damage limits ............................................... 37
62-13
62-13 Main rotor torque values .............................................. 40
62-14
62-14 Main rotor blade (206-015-001) inspection ........................... 46
62-15
62-15 Main rotor blade corrosion and erosion repair dimensions ........... 49
62-16
62-16 Trunnion bearing ..................................................... 53
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Fabrication of pitch horn trunnion workaid tool .......................

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62-17 54
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62-17
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62-18 Pitch link ............................................................. 56

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62-18
62-19
62-19 Swashplate and support .............................................. 62
62-20
62-20 Swashplate drive assembly ........................................... 65
62-21
62-21 Swashplate friction and inspection .................................... 66
62-22
62-22 Swashplate friction adjustment ....................................... 67/68
S31
S11
62-23
62-23 Collective lever ....................................................... 70
62-24
62-24 Collar set alignment .................................................. 73/74
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tea:
62-25
62-25 Main rotor hub and blade disassembly/assembly 76
62-26
62-26 Main rotor hub and blade alignment (scope method) ................. 78
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62-27
62-27 Fabrication of main rotor blade support .............................. 79
62-28 Main rotor hub and blade alignment (string method) ................. 83
ODOR
62-28
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62-29 Main rotor hub and blade static balance .............................. 85

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62-29
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CONSUMABLE MATERIAL LIST
The following consumable materials are required to perform the maintenance procedures within
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this chapter.
CAGE/FSCM/
porn
ITEM
NO. NOMENCLATURE SOURCE
E"'
C-001
C-001 Grease, Aircraft General Purpose, MIL-G-81322 Commercial
(Aeroshell No.22 or Mobil No.28)
C-100
C-100 Chemical Film Material (Alodine 1200 or 1201) MIL-C- Commercial
030
E
E
81706, Class 1A, Form II (Dip Tank) or III (Brush-on).
Apply per MIL-C-5541.
C-101
C-101 Corrosion Preventive Compound, MIL-C-16173, Grade Commercial
E
1
C-103
C-103 Chromic Acid (Brush-On Solution) Chromic Acid and Commercial
(V\
+.,
E
Calcium Sulfate.
P))
C-104
C-104 Corrosion Preventive Compound, MIL-C-16173, Grade 2 Commercial
E
E
(on
C-108
C-108 LHE Cadmium Plating Solution (For Brush Cadmium 13929
Plating)
C-125
C-125 Preservative Oil, Aerosol or Bulk, MIL-C-81309 or 81349
LPS 1, LPS 2 or 66724
U^)
WD 40 or 09137
CRC-3.36 or 10136
OM"
ACF 50 (Preferred) Commercial

C-203
C-203 Acrylic Lacquer, MIL-L-81352. Refer to text for color. Commercial
`-.2
C-204
C-204 Epoxy Polyamide Primer, MIL-P-23377, MIL-P-85582, 22873
PO.
O3°)
Type I. Refer to text for color.

C-213
C-213 Aliphatic Isocyanate Urethane Coating, MIL-C-83286 Commercial
J_,
(British Spec. DTD 5580A). Refer to text for color.

a,.
C-304
C-304 Solvent, Drycleaning, P-D-680, Type II, pH Insignificant Commercial
c°)
C-305
C-305 Aliphatic Naphtha, TT-N-95, Type II Commercial
C-307
C-307 Adhesive, Silicone, 299-947-152, Type I, Class 2 or 97499
RTV 732, Clear or 01139
RTV 108, Translucent 01139
C-308
C-308 Adhesive, Sealant, 299-947-107, Type III, Class 7, MIL- 97499
S-8802, Class B2 or 83527
Proseal 890 83574
C-309
C-309 Methyl- Ethyl-Ketone (MEK), TT-M-261 B, pH Insignificant Commercial
(Alternate where MEK use prohibited: RHO SOLV 756) 83527
C-317
C-317 Adhesive, Magnobond 6398 (299-947-100, Type II, Class 22121
2) 97499
C-318
C-318 Cleaning Compound, Alkaline Base, MIL-C-87936, pH Commercial
1\`
Value 12 Max. (Detergent)

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CONSUMABLE MATERIAL LIST (Cont)
ITEM CAGE/FSCM/
NO. NOMENCLATURE SOURCE
C-322
C-322 Adhesive, EC2216
0
04963
C-344
C-344 Alcoholic Phosphoric Cleaner (Turco W.O. 1) pH 7
OrE
rte)
0
61102
C-405
C-405 Lockwire, MS20995C32 (0.032 Inch Dia.) Commercial
0
C-407
C-407 Abrasive Pad, Nylon Web (Scotchbrite) L-P-0050, Type I, 27713 or
o
Class 1, Size 1 76381
C-419
C-419 Polyurethane Tape No. Y8561 76381 or
(C)
W^T
/w)
27713
C-422
C-422 Aluminum Wool, MIL-A-4864, Type II Commercial
E
s2..
C-423
C-423 Abrasive Cloth (P-C-458) or Paper (P-P-101) (All Grits) Commercial
C-426
C-426 Masking Tape Commercial
C-447
C-447 Lockwire, MS20995C41 (0.041 Inch Dia.) Commercial
CD
C-464
C-464 India Stone, SS-S-736 Commercial
((O
C-480
C-480 Nylon Cord, MIL-C-5040, Type III 84063
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MAIN ROTOR
62-1. MAIN ROTOR. transmission mount damping is incorporated
3'mDam 3'O'
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to absorb the rocking. Malfunctions in the
This chapter contains descriptions, damping system will allow rocking to start and
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information, and instructions for maintenance continue until it can be felt by the pilot. A
(ten
3.3
of the main rotor and swashplate. Description quick check of the damping system may be
of major components is provided in the made by the pilot while in a hover. Moving the
cyclic fore and aft at about one movement per
"'`
section pertinent to that component.
-{m
((DD
second will start the pylon rocking. The length
(3D
of time it takes for the rocking to die out after
62-2. VIBRATION ANALYSIS. the motion of the cyclic is stopped is
(NO
indicative of the quality of the damping. An

With the advent of the Nodal-beam, a much abnormal continuation of rock during the
0z3
lower vibration level was established in the check or a continued presence of rock during
059
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3(D
light helicopter field. Any deterioration from normal flight is an indication that something is
the new Noda Matic standard warrants an wrong with the transmission mounts or
immediate investigation into potential transmission restraints. This may be due to
3
vibration sources. These sources are the wear, loosening of parts, breakage, incorrect
ate.
rotating or moving parts of the helicopter. installations, or wrong type of parts installed
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Extreme low frequency, low frequency, and (Chapter6363). Due to the character of the
Chapter
Cam
most medium frequency vibrations are caused vibrations in the Model 206L-4, the Vibrex C
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by the rotor or dynamic controls. Various Tracker/Balancer is very valuable in tracking
U-0
0
malfunctions in stationary components can and balancing the main rotor and for general
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affect the absorption or damping of the vibration analysis.

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existing vibrations and increase the overall

level felt by the pilot. A number of vibrations
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62-4. LOW FREQUENCY VIBRATION.

are present which are considered as normal
characteristics of the helicopter. Two per
Low frequency vibrations of 1/rev and 2/rev
N,-
revolution (2/rev) vibration is the most
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prominent of these, with 4/rev or 6/rev the are caused by the main rotor itself. The 1/rev
next most prominent. There is always a small vibrations are of two basic types, vertical or
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amount of high frequency vibration present. lateral. A 1/rev vertical is caused by one
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blade developing more lift at a given point CD+
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Flight experience is necessary to learn the
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normal vibration levels. Even experienced than the other blade develops at the same
point. A lateral vibration is caused by a
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pilots sometimes make the mistake of

concentrating on feeling one specific vibration spanwise unbalance of the rotor due to: a
acs
and conclude that the vibration level is higher difference of weight between the blades, the
,...
than normal when actually it is not. It just CG alignment of the blades with respect to
seems so because the pilot is concentrating the spanwise axis which affects chordwise
w'+3
on it. For simplicity and standardization, balance, or unbalance of the hub. Rigidly
a)-
0.c
0-0
vibrations are arbitrarily divided into four controlled manufacturing processes and
general frequencies. techniques eliminate all but minor differences
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between blades, resulting in blades which are

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virtually identical. The minor differences which

62-3. EXTREME LOW FREQUENCY remain, will affect flight but are compensated
(NO
VIBRATION. for by adjustments of trim tabs and pitch

settings. Initially the rotor is brought into a low
3°c
Extreme low frequency vibration is limited to speed ground track by rolling the grip on the
.+3
pylon rock. Pylon rocking two to three cycles high blade to fly it down in track with the low
-..-.
per second is inherent with the rotor, mast blade. This is normally accomplished at 70 to
and transmission system. To keep the 75 percent N2. Then a high speed reference
.3+3
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vibration from reaching noticeable levels, track is made at 100 percent N2. The tracking
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data is recorded for possible use during flight as the blades. Generally, a chordwise lateral
3rt
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0
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check. Generally, verticals felt predominately unbalance condition is more pronounced at
E
in low power descent at moderate airspeeds 95 percent N2 and a spanwise lateral is more
(60 to 70 knots) are caused by a basic pronounced at 100 percent N2. If spanwise
U"0
COO
difference in blade lift and can be corrected imbalance is suspected, wrap one or two
0
by rolling the grip slightly out of track. turns of 2-inch (50 mm) masking tape (or
cam.
Verticals felt mostly in forward flight, that get equivalent weight of another type) around one
3`<
worse as airspeed increases, are usually due blade, a few inches in from the tip so that it
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to one blade developing more lift with will not be easily torn off by wind. The
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increased speed than the other (a climbing helicopter is then hovered, either in or out of
a)~
blade). This condition is generally corrected ground effect, wherever the lateral was most
<
U-C
by slightly raising the trim tab on the low E-0 evident, and the effect of the tape noted. A
blade to move the low blade up to the high worsening of the vibration means the tape
0-0 -0-0,
0-6
3"O
blade (climbing blade). Smoothing of 1/rev was placed on the wrong blade. Once the
verticals is essentially a trial and error 0(c correct blade is determined further tape is
process. A basic straight forward procedure is added, in amounts depending on the severity
(DO
((D
used, but the outcome of any adjustment is of the vibration, until a final best balance
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uncertain and must be flight-tested. The effect using V2 wraps of tape is obtained. Should the
must be analyzed to determine the path of 'O.
lateral still be excessive or if the tape is no
(AND
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further action. help on either blade, then a chordwise
((D
unbalance exists and it will be necessary to

Associated with the 1 /rev vertical is the sweep a blade. One blade is arbitrarily picked
cam
fan
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intermittent 1/rev vertical. Essentially, this is a and swept aft '/a point of blade latch nut.
vibration initiated by a wind gust effect When sweeping a blade aft, always loosen
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(Do
'0r
causing a momentary increase of lift in one leading edge and tighten trailing edge latch
0)r
blade giving a 1/rev vibration. The momentary nuts the same amount, each nut V4 point
ca.
(2,
.-a
vibration is normal but if picked up by the (paragraph 62-15). The helicopter is then
paragraph 62-15
(D
rotating collective controls and fed back to the hovered and the effect determined. Once it is
rotor causing several cycles of 1/rev, then it is ascertained that the correct blade is being
(ND
undesirable. Sometimes during steep turns swept, continue sweep adjustment in amounts
(D.
0.N
one blade will "pop" out of track and cause a based on the severity of the vibration until the
hard 1/rev vertical. This condition is usually lateral unbalance is eliminated or further
3-1
g..
caused by too much differential tab in the sweep fails to help. If either blade is swept aft
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blades and can be corrected by rolling one by more than two points, the rotor assembly
art
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blade at the grip and removing some of the should be removed, aligned, and statically
0-0-0-
tab (as much as can be done without hurting balanced. If still not satisfactory, it will be
°c=m
the ride in normal flight). Should a rotor, or necessary to return to taping and adjust tape
^L+
rotor component be out of balance, a 1/rev and sweep until the optimum combination is
vibration called a lateral will be present. This obtained. If it is still not possible to eliminate
0-0
c
vibration is usually felt as a vertical due to the the lateral, a small amount of grip rolling
O+<
the rolling motion it imparts to the aircraft, should be attempted as in the 1/rev vertical
3'3
causing the crew seats to bounce up and procedure, being careful not to adversely >,N
U"0
down. It can be noted that the seats bounce affect forward flight. Should the lateral still be
D=c
up and down out of phase; that is, the pilot present, a small amount of tab may be tried, if
0-0
300
7a)
(n-
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goes up while the copilot goes down. An still not corrected, the hub and blades should
1...
Q-0
unusually severe lateral can be felt as a be removed from the helicopter and the
(<D
S))
(D3
definite sideward motion as well as a vertical alignment and static balance checked.
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motion. Laterals existing due to an imbalance

E
in the rotor are of two types; spanwise and Two per rev (2/rev) vibrations are inherent
chordwise. Spanwise unbalance is caused with two bladed rotor systems and a low level
33.3
simply by one blade and grip being heavier of vibration is always present. A marked
3(<
Ca)
than the other (i.e., an unbalance along the increase over the normal 2/rev level can be
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0
3<n<
rotor span). A chordwise unbalance means caused by two basic factors: a loss of
moo
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there is more weight toward the trailing edge designed damping or absorption capability or
(LS
of one blade than the other. Both types of an actual increase in the 2/rev vibration level
-+,
unbalance can be caused by the hub as well of the rotor itself. The loss of damping can be
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caused by such factors as deteriorated cause annoyance to flight crew and
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(a._
C+_,,
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transmission mounts, nodal beam passengers. Other sources of medium
Q>,
attachments, or an airframe component frequency vibrations are caused by the
n`<
loosening up and vibrating in sympathy with elevator, access doors, cargo hook, electronic
CD-
.0-
5.3
the inherent 2/rev. An increase in the 2/rev equipment, a safety belt hanging out the door,
"3.
level of the rotor itself can be caused by worn and engine/transmission cowling.
or loose parts in the rotor hub or looseness in Occasionally portions of the cabin roof, side
the rotating controls. The correction of panels or doors, will "oil can" rapidly in flight,
excessive 2/rev vibrations is primarily giving the same sensation as a medium
(OD
^X,
dependent upon the mechanic. The pilot frequency vibration.

generally cannot determine the exact cause
and hence cannot prescribe specific 62-6. HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION.
corrective procedures. Occasionally tab
settings and sweep will affect the overall 2/rev
0--
level. If no mechanical cause of excessive 2/ High frequency vibrations can be caused by

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anything in the helicopter that rotates or
rev can be found, an attempt to decrease the
+.,
level by rotor adjustments may be made.

vibrates at a speed equal to or greater than
Tabbing both blades down (most usually) or that of the tail rotor. This includes many
up (rarely) a few degrees sometimes helps. A
unusual situations such as hydraulic line
recheck of boost off forces should be made. It buzzing, or starter relay buzzing. The most
has been found that both blades may be common and obvious causes are a loose
elevator linkage, loose elevator, or tail rotor
W00
swept in the same direction small amounts
unbalance and tracking. Pilot experience can
3(Q
(OD
and sometimes decrease 2/rev.
help greatly in troubleshooting the cause of a
high frequency vibration, since a pilot, who
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62-5. MEDIUM FREQUENCY has experienced a vibration, can often
VIBRATION. recognize the cause, because he has felt the
t00
same vibration before. Balance should be
checked by removing the tail rotor hub and
°-3
Medium frequency vibrations at frequencies of
(Do
4/rev and 6/rev are another inherent vibration blade assembly and checking on a balance
(CD
associated with most rotors. An increase in stand or balance may be checked on the
the level of these vibrations is caused by a helicopter with Vibrex C Tracker/Balancer.
((D
Should tail rotor balance check out also, an
C
change in the capability of the fuselage to inspection of the complete driveshafting
absorb vibration, or a loose airframe should be made. Physical damage such as
component, such as the skids, vibrating at loss of balance tabs would be evident.
that frequency. Changes in the fuselage Observing the shaft with cover removed and
vibration absorption can be caused by such
0=-
the rotor turning, may show up a bent shaft,

0)}'
¢;,
things as fuel level, external stores, structural faulty bearing, or some other obvious
damage, structural repairs, internal loading, or
W"0
malfunction. Attempting to locate the source

gross weight. Abnormal vibration levels of this of the vibration by feeling the fuselage in
C
((Q
range are nearly always caused by something
0)L
00'x'0"
loose; either a regular part of the helicopter or various places while ground running can
((DD
sometimes be successful in localizing th e

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part of the cargo or external stores. The cause and at least eliminating some possible
0(a
vibration is felt as rattling in the fuselage causes. It should be recognized that (()
structure. The most common cause is loose
0O"0
p-0
vibrations that are specifically being watched,

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3(D
skids caused by worn, loose, or improper skid always appear more severe than when no
attachments. Loose skids can be discovered
70C
particular attention is being directed to them.

(N)
by shaking the helicopter with cyclic and Many points on the airframe, such as the
feeling if the skids vibrate or by looking out
(=D
engine mounts, have a surprisingly high level

0_.=-3
the door at the skids while shaking the

3°0
of high frequency vibration and it is easy to

helicopter. (Excessive or severe shaking is decide that the level is higher than normal
Din
(CD
undesirable and will make even tight skids when actually it is not. A comparison between
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vibrate.) Many times skids will cause

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0-1
the feel of a helicopter without excessive

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considerable vibration during turns and vibration and the helicopter with the vibration
maneuvers if they are extremely loose. Loose
3(D
skids are not a serious condition but can

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is helpful in precluding erroneous

conclusions.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
62-7. TROUBLESHOOTING. line in the same direction, this point of
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tangency will be the best track attainable
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:.-.
Potential troubles which may occur in the under the given conditions.
.-«
main rotor assembly are listed in figure
figure 62-1
62-1
with the probable causes indicated and Adjustment of inboard trim tabs will cause the
NCO
corrective action recommended. 1/rev move line to shift toward the main roll
and tab move line allowing the 1/rev to be
..+
reduced using normal techniques (figure 62-
figure 62-
SPECIAL TOOLS REQUIRED 22).
Use tab bender, P/N 206-215-001-101, and
O°1
(SS
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
tab gage, P/N 206-215-002-101, to adjust
0 Model
0'Z
135M- Strobex Blade Tracker inboard trim tabs (figure 62-3).
figure 62-3
10A
1. Place tab gage (2) next to inboard trim
0D)
cow
Model 177M-5 Balancer tab (6). Spring (3) shall be in contact with
lower surface of main rotor blade.
E
Model 171 Phazor
2. Attach handle (4) and plate (7) to inboard
.C(0
trim tab (6). Use bolts (8) and wingnuts (5).
,_«
206-215-001-101 Tab Bender +L.
206-215-002-101 Tab Gage 3. Using handle (4) and tab gage (2), bend
inboard trim tab (6) required number of
.fl
degrees. For inboard trim tabs, maximum
Q Model AT Rotor Analysis and
Diagnostic System
adjustment allowable is 15 degrees up or 15
degrees down.
(RADS AT)
4. Loosen wingnuts (5), and remove handle
0 -Various part numbers are
(4) and plate (7).
Qom'
available. Additional items, such 5. Remove tab gage (2).

as magnetic pickups, brackets,
'+0
0.3
cables, interrupters,
0-°
accelerometer, etc., must be 62-9. CORRECTING VERTICAL 1/REV IN

((DD
used. A HOVER USING OUTBOARD TABS.
0 "Scientific Atlanta RADS AT 1. Install Chadwick Vibrex equipment

(AC)E
equipment may be used for according to accompanying checklist number

.-4.
+...
O`<
main rotor vibration correction. 4300.
2. BHT-
Hover helicopter with tail into wind (BHT-
62-8. INBOARD TRIM TABS. 206L4-FM
206L4-FM).
Some main rotor blades, when operated as a 3. Record magnitude and clock angle of
!On
set, will not permit the 1;1 vertical vibration to vertical 1/rev.
be reduced to a target level of 0.2 ips or less.
During normal tracking procedures, the 4. Plot this on vertical chart (figure 62-2).
figure 62-2
plotted points (move line) may not move to
the center of the chart, but may develop as a 5. If the clock angle is below the zero line,
coo
tangent at an ips circle. Since outboard tab bend the target tab up or the blank tab down
(DO
and pitch link adjustments generate a move approximately 1 degree for every 0.1 ips.
-4,
Can
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Retorque nuts and Autorotation rpm high (low

Vertical 1:1 vibration increasing Check for end play in excess bolts 75 to 90 foot- pitch setting on blades
with airspeed (approximately Blade latch
of 0.004 inch (0.102 mm) on main YES pounds (8.47 to 10.17 too low).
6.112 per second). rotor trunnion. (BHT-206L-CR&0) nuts and bolts
B
Z
BHT-206L-CR&O are loose newton-meters). Use
or not up to care not to disturb
blade alignment. I
correct
torque.
m
2/rev vibration (approximately

13 per second).
Deteriorated YES
Replace defective parts.
m or separated
transmission EN Chapter 63)
(Chapter 63
restraint
mount. Lengthen both pitch
Track main rotor blades.
B
YES
Perform swashplate
friction adjustment.
m
links equally.
YES
Lateral 1:1 vibration. m Replace defective parts.
(BHT-2061-CR&0)
BHT-206L-CR&O
m ' Control
linkage or
swashplate have Replace all parts
excessively excessively worn.
loose
parts.
B
Spanwise YES Spanwise balance
unbalance (normally main rotor hub
vibration is more and blade
pronounced at assembly.
100% N2). Autorotation rpm low (low
pitch setting on blades
too high).
Tailboorri
attachment ` YES Retorque bolts 360
bolts are loose
or not up to ENI
to 390 inch-pounds
(40.7 to 44.0
m
correct newton-meters).
torque.
Chordwise
Unbalance (normally
vibration is more
pronounced at,
B
YES Chordwise balance
main rotor hub
and blade
assembly.
I
95% N2).
Lk
Shorten both pitch
links equally.
206L4-M-62.1
Figure 62-1. Main rotor troubleshooting
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72.
1. Roll sensitivities are for 80 knots IAS. 5. Target blade is forward when double interrupter
2. is over magnetic pickup.
Tab sensitivities for 120 knots IAS.
3. Both inboard tab and outboard tab moves are 6. IPS will increase when inboard tabs are bent.
made simultaneously when inboard tab move is 7. use outboard tab and/or roll to reduce IPS level
required. when clock angle is not in shaded area.
4. Use inboard trim tabs when clock angle is in
shaded area.
206L SERIES TRACKING CHART
(INBOARD TRIM TABS) 206L4-M-62-2-1
Figure 62-2. Main rotor tracking chart (Sheet 1 of 2)
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NOTES (Cont)
8. Vertical 1/rev measured with the tail into the

wind or during 15 knot rearward flight.
206L SERIES TRACKING CHART

(OUTBOARD TRIM TABS) 206L4-M-62-2-2
Figure 62-2. Main rotor tracking chart (Sheet 2)
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1. Tab bender
2. Tab gage
3. Spring
4. Handle
5. Wingnut
6. Inboard trim tab
7. Plate
B. Bolt (bonded to plate)
5
2061-4-M-62-3
DETAIL A 206-215-001
TAB BENDER AND TAB GAGE 206-215-002
Figure 62-3. Use of tab bender and tab gage
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6. If the clock angle is above the zero line, Use roll for forward flight vertical 1/rev.
a'0)
'33
7.
bend the target tab down or blank tab up
approximately 1 degree for every 0.1 ips.
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11311-IT-2061-4-MM-6
OPERATIONAL CHECK
62-10. MAIN ROTOR OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS HANDBOOK. IF
-z==
CHECK. THERE ARE ANY QUESTIONS
0m-<
CONCERNING THE USE OF THIS
The following paragraphs provide instructions EQUIPMENT, CONTACT THE
for the operational checks of the main rotor MANUFACTURER.
system. These operational checks are to be
accomplished after completion of all other 62-12. FLAG TRACKING.
maintenance requirements.
(CS
(OD
MATERIALS REQUIRED
SPECIAL TOOLS REQUIRED
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
C-405
C-405 Lockwire
Model 135M-10A Strobex Blade Tracker
Model 177M-5 Balancer
NOTE
Model 171 Phazor
The need to track main rotor blades
C-:
will be indicated by a 1:1 vertical
206-215-001-101 Tab Bender vibration. Vertical vibrations are
airspeed sensitive. They can usually
'_-
Nab
206-215-002-101 Tab Gage
be detected in a zero airspeed
NOTE hover, but normally become worse
as airspeed is increased.
Various part numbers are available with this
((f
system, plus additional required items, such 1. Construct a tracking flag from aluminum
0(0
as magnetic pickups, brackets, cables, or steel tubing. The flag portion should be
0.0
(D0
made of strong light weight fabric tape.

r+.
interrupters, accelerometer, etc., must be
used. Reinforcing tape as used in aircraft fabric
work is a suitable material (figure 62-4).
figure 62-4
62-11. DYNAMIC TRACKING AND 2. Color-code main rotor blade tips with
grease pencils (figure 62-5). Use a different
figure 62-5
1..
BALANCING.
color grease pencil on each main rotor blade
Dynamic tracking and balancing of the main tip. I
rotor hub and blade assemblies may be
accomplished with the use of Chadwick- 3. Position trim tab (2) on both main rotor
Helmuth equipment, listed in Special Tools blades (3) to 0 degree position using 206-
215-001-101 tab bender and 206-215-002-
..+
NQ.
Required.
101 tab gage (figure 62-3).
N^,,
figure 62-3
.................
CAUTION' NOTE
Trim tab zero degree adjustment is
3*(
IF DYNAMIC TRACKING AND achieved when lower surface of trim

0^^
BALANCING IS USED, IT SHALL tab is in line with lower surface of

2nD
BE CONDUCTED IN ACCORDANCE blade.

p=~
WITH THE CHADWICK-HELMUTH

OPERATION AND SERVICE 4. Position helicopter into the wind and on a
level hard surface. Place extra weight in the
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Figure 62-4. Main rotor blade flag tracking
helicopter to permit application of higher and at 90 percent N2 rpm. These

power settings without hovering during same torque readings should be
tracking. used during each subsequent low
speed track.
5. Mark a spot on the ground at
approximately the 2:00 o'clock position b. Hold the tracking flag extended
relative to the nose of the helicopter and horizontally away from rotor tip plane. The
0J7
about 12.0 inches (305 mm) outside the maintenance person holding the tracking flag
,-«
rotating disc area of the main rotor blades (3, should stand with the flag in front of him/her
=n'-
0-1
figure62-5
figure 62-5). Position base of tracking flag on and with his/her back to the advancing main
the marked spot. rotor blades and in position to be able to see
the pilot (figure 62-4).
figure 62-4
6. Accomplish low speed main rotor blade
track as follows: c. The maintenance person, upon
receiving a signal from the pilot to raise the
Operate helicopter at 100 percent N2 tracking flag, will slowly raise the tracking flag
_U)
a.
BHT-206L4-FM
rpm (BHT-206L4-FM). Apply sufficient until it approaches the vertical position and
collective pitch control to make the helicopter remains outside the tip path plane.
light on the ground. Maintain collective pitch
0
setting (use collective friction to assist in d. At this point the pilot should observe
--%
(D
maintaining setting) and roll throttle off to the relative position of the tip path plane to
--y
reduce rpm to 90 percent N2 rpm. the center portion of the flag. The pilot will
Z
move the cyclic stick to position the tip path

plane to the center portion of the tracking
NOTE flag. When tip path plane is in the desired
Record torque readings when at 100
position for tracking, the pilot will normally
((D
percent N2 rpm and light on ground,

nod his head indicating a track is to be taken.
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131-IT-2061-4-MM-6
-107 BLADES
TRAILING
EDGE
ADD MASKING TAPE SIDE
AT HATCH AREA FOR
DYNAMIC SPANWISE
BALANCING
MARK BLADE TIPS

WITH GREASE PENCILS
AT THIS AREA FOR 5
TRACKING
(9
A
12
13
C6 19
18 14
~- LEADING
EDGE SIDE
15
'l.
20 7 16
21
1. Drive screw - 12. Pitch link assembly
- 22 2.
3.
blade alignment
Trim tab
Main rotor blade
13.
14.
15.
Barrel
Decal
Insert
4. Blade bait 16. Jamnut
21,
5. Packing 17. Clevis (coarse thread)
20
6. Cap 18. Nut
7. Grip 19. Washer
SECTION A-A 8. Pitch horn 20. Nut
9. Jamnut 21. Blade latch
LOOKING INBOARD WITH MAIN
10. Grease fitting 22. Bolt
ROTOR BLADE AND BOLT REMOVED
11. Insert 2061-4-M-62-5
Figure 62-5. Main rotor operational adjustments
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If desired position is not obtained, the pilot (2) Loosen and back off jamnuts (9 and
a'6
will give a wave off until he is ready for 16) with flats on inserts (11 and 15).
tracking.
(3) Rotate barrel (13), to shorten pitch
e. The maintenance person upon link assembly of high blade. Turn one flat for
receiving a nod from the pilot to track the each 1/16 inch (1.58 mm) out of track.
,-,.
main rotor blades will slowly rotate the
tracking flag into the tip path plane. When the (4) Hold barrel (13) stationary and
main rotor blade tips touch the flag, torque jamnuts (9 and 16) 150 to 200 incl -
immediately tip the flag away from the main pounds (16.95 to 22.60 newton-meters).
(t]
.-,
0
rotor blades.
(5) Continue low speed tracking and
f. The relative vertical position of the main adjustments until tracking marks on flag
y-0
act
rotor blade tips will be indicated by transfer of overlap, or appear as one mark.
L.,..,
the colored marks from the blade tip to the

flag. There should be only one mark for each (6) Secure inserts (11 and 15) to
main rotor blade. It is recommended that two C-405
jamnuts (9 and 16) with lockwire (C-405).
0
tracks be taken prior to making any
adjustments; a wind gust or slight movement 7. Accomplish high speed main rotor blade
of the controls or helicopter may cause track as follows:
'C.
erroneous indications. Identify original marks

on the flag with a grease pencil prior to a. Operate helicopter at 100 percent N2
710
(,a
making the second track. BHT-206L4-FM
rpm (BHT-206L4-FM). Apply sufficient
E°)
collective pitch control to make helicopter light
on the ground. Maintain collective pitch
3N°
g. Inspect the tracking marks on the flag
.CC
a(033-
setting, (use collective friction, as required)

(U)
for an indication of an out of track condition.

o-°
Identify the high main rotor blade by color 100 percent N2 rpm, and track main rotor
E
marks and approximate distance between blades.

tracking marks. Record the high main rotor
'"'
blade color and dimension. b. Record color of high blade. This is a
CC..
reference track only to determine high blade.
3'77
Do not make any adjustments to trim tabs or

NOTE pitch link assemblies at this time. 6.0
The pitch link assemblies
incorporate unified national coarse NOTE
and fine thread fittings. This permits
t-.
precision length adjustments of the The high speed track is a starting

.C.
pitch link without disconnecting the point only and does not indicate that
CO=
clevis fittings. Use pitch link tube or the main rotor system is in the best
barrel as a turnbuckle for marking flight configuration.
adjustments. One nut flat of 8. Prepare helicopter for hover and flight
adjustment will change blade track
by 1/16 inch (1.58 mm). One full turn checks.
of pitch link tube or barrel will
change blade track by 3/6 inch (9.52
(()
())
62-13. I.G.E. HOVER CHECK.

mm). Maximum thread exposure is
Q()3
0.564 inch (14.3 mm) from face of 1. Operate helicopter in ground effect
link insert to end of thread on clevis. BHT-206L4-FM
(I.G.E.) hover into the wind. (BHT-206L4-FM).
(3D
Observe the in or out of track condition of the

h. Shorten pitch link assembly (12, figure
figure main rotor blade tip path plane. Also observe
62-5) of high blade as follows:
62-5 for possible 1:1 vertical vibration in the center
C'3(
line of the crew area. Corrective action is not

(1) Cut and remove lockwire from required at this time.
-,.
inserts (11 and 15) and jamnuts (9 and 16) on

pitch link assembly (12).
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2. Maintain hovering attitude and check for a worse, remove masking tape and install equal
rim
1:1 lateral vibration at high and low beep on
,-L amount on opposite main rotor blade.
the governor actuator switch.
b. C-
If condition is improved, add tape (C-
If the amplitude of the lateral vibration
a. 426 in one wrap or half wrap increments until
426)
is worse at 100 percent NZ rpm, the lateral is the smoothest high and low governor rpm
probably caused by spanwise imbalance. range is reached.
>.m
Spanwise balance main rotor system

paragraph 62-14
(paragraph 62-14). c. If main rotor cannot be balanced with
X03
masking tape, it is probably out of chordwise
b. If the amplitude of the lateral vibration balance. Check chordwise balance
is worse at 95 percent N2 rpm, the lateral is (paragraph 62-15).
paragraph 62-15
probably caused by chordwise imbalance.
mad
Chordwise balance main rotor system 3. If lateral vibration was corrected by
m._
mho
°1m«
(paragraphs 62-15).
paragraph 62-15 spanwise balancing procedure, remove
masking tape and accomplish the following:
62-14. SPANWISE BALANCING. Weigh the amount of masking tape
a.
required to obtain spanwise balance.
MATERIALS REQUIRED
b. Install a quantity of lead weight equal
to 10.8 times the weight of the masking tape,
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE in the hollow shank of the appropriate blade
C-426
C-426 Tape bolt (4, figure 62-5) or remove the calculated
figure 62-5
amount of weight from the other (heavy)
blade bolt.
NOTE c. Carefully remove cap (6) with a
1:1 lateral vibrations are rpm screwdriver and place calculated lead weight
sensitive, not airspeed sensitive. in appropriate blade bolt (4). Replace packing
(5) if damaged or deteriorated. Install cap (6).
To accomplish main rotor spanwise d. Record the amount of lead weight
balancing using Marvel Mfg. Co. added.
equipment, refer to the appropriate
Marvel Mfg. Co. manual and 4. step 11.) to confirm
Operate helicopter (step
3a°
bulletins.
that the correct amount of lead weight has
1. Operate helicopter in an I.G.E. hover into
been added and vibration has been
eliminated.
the wind at 100 percent then 95 percent N2
BHT-206L4-FM
rpm (BHT-206L4-FM). Note the degree of
paragraph 62-13
lateral vibration (paragraph 62-13 and figure
figure 62-15. CHORDWISE BALANCING.
62-6).
62-6
£2£
2. Apply one or two wraps of 1.0 or 2.0 inch CAUTION

C-426 on one main
(25 or 50 mm) wide tape (C-426)
rotor blade (3, figure 62-5) adjacent to and
figure 62-5
inboard of drive screw (1) at tip. If lateral CHORDWISE BALANCING SHALL
vibration was mild, use one wrap of masking BE ACCOMPLISHED BY
tape. Spanwise balance main rotor system as SWEEPING MAIN ROTOR BLADE
follows: AFT ONLY. BLADE SWEEP
ADJUSTMENTS ARE SENSITIVE.
a. Operate helicopter in an I.G.E. hover DO NOT EXCEED A MAXIMUM OF
BHT-206L4-FM
(BHT-206L4-FM) and note degree of lateral THREE POINTS ON THE NUTS (20,
paragraph 62-13
vibration (paragraph 62-13). If condition is FIGURE 62-5).
FIGURE 62-5
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8HT-2061-4-MM-6 VIBRATION ANALYSIS AND CORRECTIVE ACTION
PRE-GRO UND RU FORWARD FLIGHT
_-o
Check the 1:1 lateral vibration level at
high and low beep on the governor
ZERO AIRSPEED O.G.E. HOVER
Check main rotor rigging. alignment
actuator. AND LETDOWN (50% TO OR ABOVE)
and balance. Inspect forpossible
vibration causing pans to fail. Recheck the lateral vibration level in
Accelerate into forward flight.
OGE hover at high and low beep settings
and smooth-out any remaining lateral
vibration by using the methods previously
described.
YES
Lateral is probable for spanwise
GROU ND-RUN Ed balance.
If a
Position trim tabs to 0 degrees. Lengthen pitch link assembly 2 flats,
Color code blade tips. vertical is
present (visual
out-of-track of tip
as indicated by the high-speed
track. If the vertical is worse after
FINAL ACCEPTANCE
(25Add two wraps of 1 or 2 inch
or 50 mm) tape on one blade. path plane and/or a bounce
in the centerline of the cockpit),
repeating forward flight acceleration
and autorotation descent, zero the
OR REJECTION
III the lateral is mild, use one
and does not increase in hardness YES pitch link assembly and shorten 2
Make a low-speed track at 90% N2
RPM. Shorten pitch link assembly for
high blade until tracking marks
wrap.) If this is worse, remove the
tape and put it on the opposite
blade. Add tape in i-wrap or 1/2-
wrap increments until the smoothest
as airspeed is gained. Note the
airspeed where the vertical comes
in and enter an autorotative
B flats on the same blade. Continue
adjusting pitch link assembly on
which ever blade offers the least
Recheck IGE hover, forward flight
letdown, OGE hover with power and
low-gross weight flight for overall
overlap. descentat the flight idle vertical vibration level and until vibration level being satisfactory.
I
high-RPM level. Recheck low RPM
(97% N2) level now. RPM. The vertical hardness the vertical is as smooth as is
should be more possible in letdown and flight.
noticeable in 10
YES letdown.
Make high-speed track at 100% N2 Lateral is probable for chordwise
RPM and light on the skids. This is Check autorotation RPM.
balance.
reference track only- Do not make
any trim tab adjustments at this time.
NOTE
The high-speed track is a
9
Sweep one blade aft 1/4 point.
/NOTE: Excessive adjustments
(4 flats or more) can induce
chordwise lateral vibrations,
starting point only and does not
indicate that the rotor is in the If this is worse, remove the sweep so recheck at IGE hover to
best flight configuration. and sweep the opposite blade determine if lateral vibration
aft 1 /4 point. Sweep until the level has changed.
Lk
best low ppM lateral vibration
level is obtained. Recheck the
high RPM level before proceeding Vertical
Correct if required.
Adjust trim tab on the low blade

B Return to pre-ground run and
vibration analysis procedure.
further. vibratin
o up, as indicated by the high-speed
YES
I.G.E. HOVER level increases track. One degree change of trim
tab
outwill change the vertical threshold
f1'
Determine best hovering with airspeed. note
vibration level. the airspeed where 15 to 20 mph (24 to 32 Km/hrl.
At a stabilized hover observe the in or the vibration
Excessive trim tab change can affect
out-of-track tip path plane for 1:1 ALTERNATE LOW RPM ADJUSTMENT highspeed 2-per rev vibration levels 12
comes in.
vertical reference. Observe the possible above 115 mph 1185 Kmlhrl. so a
bounce in the centerline of the cockpit If hub balance weights are installed , tolerable medium between high-speed
add or remove hub balance weights Helicopter is acceptable vibration-wise.
area. No corrective action here. 1 /rev and 2/rev levels might have to
within limitations until the best low be accepted.
RPM lateral vibration level is
obtained. Recheck the high RPM
level before proceeding further.
Recheck the letdown vertical level. 20aL4M-e2.6
Figure 62-6. Vibration analysis and corrective action chart
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NOTE main rotor blades by string method

(BHT-206L-CR&O).
BHT-206L-CR&O Repeat
To accomplish chordwise balancing chordwise balancing procedure.
o
using Marvel Mfg. Co. equipment,
refer to the appropriate Marvel Mfg. d. When approximate chordwise balance
a-0
Co. manual and bulletins. has been attained, make very small
adjustments to nut (20, figure 62-5). Follow
figure 62-5
Improved sweeping results may be steps aa. and b
procedures in steps b.
673
obtained if main rotor blade bolt
"-O
torque is broken before latch nuts step 11.) to confirm
Operate helicopter (step
-o-
3.
r,.
are adjusted. If blade bolt torque is that the correct amount of sweep has been
broken, torque after sweeping is made and vibration has been eliminated.
completed.
4. Alternate procedure for chordwise
1. Operate helicopter in an I.G.E. hover into balancing of main rotor. When hub balance
COO
the wind at 100 N2 rpm (BHT-206L4-FM).
BHT-206L4-FM weights (28, 29, and/or 30, figure 62-7, detail
figure 62-7
=';
Note the degree of lateral vibration A) are supplied, balance chordwise (in lieu of
paragraph 62-13
(paragraph 62-13 and figure 62-6).
figure 62-6 step 22. and 3
step 3.) as follows: I
a. Check alignment of main rotor hub and
NOTE blades (BHT-206L-CR&O).
BHT-206L-CR&O
Correct spanwise balance, if not
previously accomplished, before b. Add or remove hub balance weights
proceeding to chordwise balancing. (28, 29, and/or 30) in any combination,
subject to the following limitations:
0
LL/
If balance weights are supplied, and
if chordwise balance is required, as
-=4
determined in paragraph 62-15,

paragraph 62-15 (1) Balance chordwise within 2 inch-
perform procedure outlined in step step pounds (0.23 newton-meters).
4 step 22.
4. instead of that outlined in step
and 33. (2) A minimum of two threads must be
0
exposed on end of retainer (31) after nut (26)
2. If chordwise balance is required, as is installed.
)U(
determined in paragraph
paragraph 62-15 step 1 1.,
62-15, step step 11.) to confirm
c. Operate helicopter (step
E
sweep one main rotor blade (3, figure 62-5)
figure 62-5
11^^
aft slightly as follows: that chordwise balance has been achieved

and vibration has been eliminated.
a. Using a pencil, index mark position of
nut (20) on leading edge of main rotor blade 62-16. FORWARD FLIGHT AND LETDOWN
(3). Loosen nut approximately one quarter CHECK.
point. Record all adjustments.
MATERIALS REQUIRED
b. Torque nut (20) on trailing edge side of
F'-
main rotor blade (3) 75 to 95 foot-pounds

(102 to 129 newton-meters), then torque nut NOMENCLATURE
3o(0
O.-.
NUMBER
on leading edge 75 to 95 foot-pounds (102 to
129 newton-meters). C-405
C-405 Lockwi re
0
E
c. If vibration is worse, remove sweep and

sweep opposite main rotor blade (3) aft one-
E
(OD
quarter point.
NOTE
If doubt exists concerning actual
main rotor blade alignment, align
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BHT-206L4-MM-6
8
7 4
9
6
SEE DETAIL A
SEE DETAIL B
2 10 1
11
13
23
1
14
16 12
15
25
17
21
22 1
18 11
19
23
20
24
206L4_MM_62_0007a
Figure 62-7. Main Rotor Hub and Blades (Sheet 1 of 2)
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BHT-206L4-MM-6
26
27 1. Main rotor blade 17. Mast

2. Trunnion 18. Static stop
3. Flap restraint 19. Washer
4. Washer 20. Bolt
5. Deleted 21. Pitch link
6. Screw 22. Bolt
7. Mast nut 23. Thin steel washer (2 max.)
8. Bolt 24. Nut
9. Lock 25. Grip
10. Bolt 26. Nut
11. Thin steel washer 27. Washer
27 12. Nut 28. Hub balance weight
13. Yoke 29. Hub balance weight
14. Trunnion bearing 30. Hub balance weight
31 15. Pitch horn 31. Retainer
30
13 16. Cone set 32. Grease fitting
29 28 26
2
DETAIL A
HUB BALANCE WEIGHTS
(INSTALLATION TYPICAL FOR LEFT-HAND SIDE,
RIGHT-HAND SIDE OPPOSITE EXCEPT AS NOTED)
2 32
13
DETAIL B
GREASE FITTING
25
NOTES
1 One washer under bolthead. Maximum two washers under nut as required to locate nut for
cotter pin.
2 Hub balance weights are to be adjusted as required during hub and blade balance.
3. Hub balance weight assembly may be temporarily removed to allow installation of workaid
during main rotor hub and blade assembly removal/installation.
206L4_MM_62_0007b
Figure 62-7. Main Rotor Hub and Blades (Sheet 2 of 2)
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SPECIAL TOOLS REQUIRED c. Continue adjusting pitch link assembly
_>L
(12) until vertical vibration level is as smooth
as is possible in letdown and flight.
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
NOTE
206-215-001-101 Tab Bender
Excessive adjustments (four flats or
206-215-002-101 Tab Gage more) can induce chordwise lateral
E
vibrations. Check vibration level at
I.G.E. hover. If level has changed,
1. BHT-206L4-
Accelerate into forward flight (BHT-206L4- correct as required.
FM
FM). If a vertical vibration is present (visual
out-of-track of tip path plane and/or a bounce 3. If vertical vibration level increases with
in the centerline of the crew area) and does airspeed, note airspeed at which vibration
not increase in hardness as airspeed is starts and adjust outboard trim tabs (2) as
gained, note airspeed where vertical vibration
D))
follows:
comes in and enter an autorotative descent at
U++
the flight idle rpm (figure 62-6).

figure 62-6
a. Bend outboard trim tab (2) up on the
S))
low main rotor blade (3) as indicated by the
2. Vertical vibration hardness should be high speed track, using trim tab bender, P/N
E
more noticeable during letdown. If so, correct 206-215-001-101, and tab gage, P/N 206-
vertical vibration as follows: paragraph 62-8
215-002-101 (paragraph 62-8). For outboard
trim tabs, maximum adjustment allowed is 7
degrees up or 7 degrees down.
WARNING
b. One degree change of outboard trim
tab (2) will change the vertical vibration
WHEN ADJUSTING LENGTH OF threshold about 15 to 20 mph (24 to 32 km/
0
PITCH LINKS, OBSERVE MINIMUM hr). Excessive trim tab change could increase
zoom
THREAD ENGAGEMENT FOR high speed 2/rev vibration levels above 115
0j-s(D
CLEVISES (PARAGRAPH 62-40). mph (185 km/hr), so a medium between high

E
PARAGRAPH 62-40
LESS THAN MINIMUM THREAD speed 1/rev and 2/rev vibration level may
ENGAGEMENT FOR CLEVISES have to be accepted.
z
MAY CAUSE PITCH LINKS TO FAIL

DURING FLIGHT. ZERO AIRSPEED O.G.E. HOVER.
62-17.
a. Extend length of pitch link assembly 1. Recheck lateral vibration level in and out
(12, figure 62-5) of low main rotor blade as
figure 62-5 of ground effect (O.G.E.) hover at high and
indicated by the high speed track. Cut and low beep on governor actuator switch.
remove lockwire from inserts (11 and 15) and Smooth out any remaining lateral vibrations
jamnuts (9 and 16) on the affected main rotor paragraph 62-
w03 3-0-0°
by using methods outlined in paragraph 62-

blade (3) and index, with a pencil, mark the
="Q3
-O'
13
13.
position of jamnuts (9 and 16) and barrel (13).
Rotate barrel (13) two flats to lengthen the
2. Recheck letdown for lateral vibrations; if
pitch link assembly (12). Torque jamnuts (9
0Q.0
too much sweep was used during dynamic

and 16) to inserts (11 and 15) 150 to 200 chordwise balancing, it can induce a roll
inch-pounds (16.95 to 22.60 newton-meters).
.-.
vertical vibration during descent.

Secure jamnuts (9 and 16) to inserts (11 and
C-405
15) with lockwire (C-405).
62-18. ADJUSTMENT FLAP -
_1-n
b. If vertical vibration is worse after RESTRAINT ENGAGEMENT RPM.

accomplishing the above, shorten same pitch
link assembly (12) four flats on same main 1. Inspect flap restraint assembly to ensure
(D3
rotor blade (3). that arms (4, figure 62-8) operate freely and
figure 62-8
c(0
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that springs (7) will retract arms to upright overspeed. The main rotor autorotation RPM
'..
position. adjustment chart (figure 62-9) will guide the
figure 62-9
operator to set the autorotation RPM
mom
2. Accomplish preflight inspection. Start according to prevailing conditions. Once set,
°(Q
0-O
BHT-206L4-FM
helicopter (BHT-206L4-FM). Note percent the autorotation RPM will remain within limits
c03a
rpm at which the arm assemblies (4) move throughout the gross weight and density
E
outboard as rotor percent increases. Allow altitude range.
0
engine to stabilize at completion of standard

^'O
starting procedure, then shut down engine NOTE

and note percent at which the arm assemblies
(4) move into upright position. Both arm Turns and changes in airspeed
+-.
assemblies should operate in the rpm range
E
affect main rotor RPM.
of 25 to 31 percent as rpm increases or
decreases. It is recommended that autorotation
RPM be checked at low gross
a. If flap restraint arm operation occurs weight.
below 25 percent, remove washers (3) and
3'O
replace with washers (2). If flap restraint arm

-,-a
1. Verify autorotation RPM by establishing a

operation occurs above 31 percent, remove
c-0
w-0
stabilized descent at 70 MPH (61 KIAS) with
.-.
washers (2) and replace with washers (3).
â^
collective control stick in full down position,

Torque nut (1) 60 to 85 inch-pounds (6.78 to
+-.
and engine throttle at flight idle detent.

9.60 newton-meters) after changing washers.
NOTE CAUTION
Make washer adjustments as
Q._
required, but a maximum of eight DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM MAIN
-1O
washers (3) and nine washers (2) ROTOR RPM OF 107 PERCENT.
may be installed on each arm OVERSPEED MAY CAUSE
0
assembly. DAMAGE TO MAIN ROTOR, TAIL

ROTOR, AND OIL COOLER
b.washer adjustment does not cause
°"S'+
If BLOWER IMPELLER.
arm assembly to operate at correct percent
rotor rpm, check springs (7). A pull of 0.84 ± 2. While in stabilized descent, record main
-1Q
0323
0.08 pounds (3.7 ± 0.35 newtons) should
0°D
rotor RPM, pressure altitude, and OAT. Note

cause a 1 inch (25 mm) extension of spring
(Nn
0
gross weight at time of flight. To determine

(7) autorotation RPM adjustments required, refer
to figure 62-9.
figure 62-9
62-19. FINAL ACCEPTANCE OR EXAMPLE:
REJECTION. Recorded Data:
-- Pressure altitude of 2000 feet
0
MATERIALS REQUIRED
-- OAT of +20 °C
Gross weight of 2800 pounds
Main rotor RPM of 96%
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
C-405 a. Enter upper grid at recorded
U)+c
C-405 Lockwi re
0
PRESSURE ALTITUDE (2000 feet). Extend

(Q°
line to OAT (+20 °C). From this point, go

_-.
Q.0
Proper autorotation is essential to the down to GROSS WEIGHT (2800 lb). Project
,-r
successful accomplishment of emergency in straight line to left to intersect recorded

landings. At low gross weights and/or density ROTOR RPM (96%).
'-'
tea)
altitudes there is a tendency for the rotor to

0
underspeed. At high gross weights and/or b. Distance between diagonal lines

-(n
density altitudes the tendency is to parallel to target RPM line represents one full
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10
1. Nut
2. Steel washer (AN960-516, max qty 9)
3. Steel washer (AN970-5, max qty 8)
4. Arm assembly
5. Steel washer (AN960-616)
6. Eye bolt
7. Spring
8. Eye bolt
9. Steel washer
10. Support
206L4-M-62-8
Figure 62-8. Flap restraint
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turn of coarse threaded clevis (17, figure

figure 62-
62- b. Hold insert (15) stationary. Loosen and
C,.
5) of pitch link assembly (12), or about 3% NR
5 back off jamnut (16). Rotate clevis (17) to
(main rotor RPM) change. shorten or lengthen each pitch link assembly
(12) equally as required.
c. Determine adjustment required to
E"-
achieve target RPM ± 1% (figure 62-9).
figure 62-9 c. Hold insert (15) stationary, and torque
jamnut (16) 150 to 200 inch-pounds (16.95 to
b)3
dl. In the example, pitch links must be 22.60 newton-meters). Secure jamnut (16) to
am`.
O.3
shortened by turning each coarse threaded C-405
insert (15) with lockwire (C-405).
..+
clevis (17, figure 62-5) one full turn to reach
figure 62-5
target RPM of 99 ± 1%. Install bolt (22, figure
d. 62-7), washers
figure 62-7
23), nut (24). Torque nut (24)
-11
.-r
(11 and and
(v1
3. Adjust pitch links as follows: 100 to 140 inch-pounds (11.30 to 15.82
newton-meters).
Remove nut (24, figure
a. 62-7), washers
figure 62-7
>`°E
(11 and 23), and bolt (22). Cut and remove 4. Check autorotation RPM to confirm
lockwire from insert (15, figure 62-5) and
figure 62-5 results. Adjust if required.
4L/
jamnut (16).
62-20. MAIN ROTOR FINAL
ACCEPTANCE CHECK.
WARNING
1. Check I.G.E. hover, forward flight,
letdown, and O.G.E. hover at low gross
WHEN ADJUSTING LENGTH OF
-.T
weight for overall satisfactory vibration level

PITCH LINKS, OBSERVE MINIMUM paragraph 62-13
(paragraph 62-16, and 62-17
62-13, 62-16 62-17).
THREAD ENGAGEMENT FOR
CLEVISES (PARAGRAPH 62-40).
PARAGRAPH 62-40 2. Check autorotation RPM to confirm proper
LESS THAN MINIMUM THREAD paragraph 62-19
--I
setting (paragraph 62-19).

ENGAGEMENT FOR CLEVISES
MAY CAUSE PITCH LINKS TO FAIL
DURING FLIGHT.
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MAIN ROTOR HUB AND BLADES
62-21. MAIN ROTOR HUB AND BLADES

CAUTION
The main rotor hub and blades are installed at the top
of the mast above the helicopter fuselage. The entire
DO NOT ALLOW MAIN ROTOR GRIPS
assembly is 37.0 feet (11.3 m) long from blade tip to
O R Y O K E T O R O TAT E O N P I T C H
blade tip. It consists of the hub and two blade
CHANGE AXIS. IF GRIP OR YOKE IS
assemblies. Each blade is installed in a blade grip. A L L O W E D T O R O TAT E O N P I T C H
The grips rotate on the hub yoke spindles. At the CHANGE AXIS BEYOND 90°, MAIN
inboard end of each grip is a pitch horn, which is ROTOR GRIP RETENTION STRAP(S)
attached to the upper end of a pitch link. Pitch change SHALL BE REPLACED. SECURE MAIN
ROTOR BLADE GRIP PITCH HORNS TO
input from the pilot is fed through the collective and
YOKE WITH MAIN ROTOR GRIP
cyclic linkages through the pitch links to the pitch HOLDING WORKAID (QTY 2), T-HANDLE
horns. This increases or decreases the blade angle of WORKAID (QTY 2) FIGURE 62-10, OR
incidence. LOCKWIRE (C-405).
62-22. MAIN ROTOR HUB AND BLADES — 1. Color code each main rotor blade (1,
Figure 62-7), grip (25), pitch horn (15), and pitch
REMOVAL
link (21) for reinstallation in the same position.
2. Disconnect and remove two pitch links (21) by

SPECIAL TOOLS REQUIRED removing nuts (12 and 24), thin steel washers (11
and 23), and bolts (10 and 22).
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE 3. Secure each pitch horn (15) to yoke (13) with
main rotor grip holding workaids or T-handle workaids
T100220 Lifting Sling
(Figure 62-10), to prevent damage to main rotor grip
Commercial Hoist, 600 Pounds retention straps. If using main rotor grip holding
(272 kg) Capacity, workaids, install as required. If using T-handle
Minimum workaids, install through trunnion bearing (14,
Figure 62-7) and insert into hole in center of yoke (13).
Figure 62-10 Main Rotor Grip Use lockwire (C-405) to secure T-handle workaids to
Holding Workaids pitch horns (15).
(Qty 2)
Figure 62-10 T-handle Workaid NOTE

(Qty 2) Hub balance weights can be removed to
allow installation of T-handle workaids.
Color code weights to ensure they are
reinstalled in same location.
MATERIALS REQUIRED
4. Install main rotor blade tie-down on tip of main
Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications. rotor blade (1) to guide assembly during removal
(Chapter 10).
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
5. Remove bolt (8) and washer (4) from lock (9).
C-405 Lockwire
Remove mast nut (7).
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USE SCRAP CLEVIS 206-010-340 001

OR EQUIVALENT TO ATTACH TOOL
TO PITCH CHANGE HORN
SPACER
MAIN ROTOR HOLDING AID
0.125 IN. (3.85 mm) RAD
0.125 IN. (3.85 mm) RAD 2.250 IN.

(57.15 mm) MAIN BODY
i
0.250 IN.
0.625 IN.
,__ __ 0 . 281 IN _ 17 . 14-mm)-PAD (6.35 mm) RAD
-------------- (15.87 mm)
0.625 IN.
0.50 IN. (15.87 mm)
(12.7 mm)
0.75 IN. (19.05 mm)- 0.250 IN.
-050
)
(6.35 mm)
O.^
IN
i
f-
E
1-1.0 IN. (25.4 mm) (12.7 mm)
-I-
II
L
T T1
--LLL---- 111---------------------- I
LL 1
6.0 IN. 1152.4 mm)

-L 0.50 IN.
I 0.125 IN.
(3.85 mm)
1.0 IN. (12.7 mm)
(24.14 mm)
E
MAIN ROTOR GRIP HOLDING AID FABRICATION DETAILS
206L4-M-62-10-1
Figure 62-10. Fabrication of main rotor grip workaids (Sheet 1 of 3)
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1.75 IN. (44.45 mm) 0.375 IN. (9.53 mm) -i
3
I
ANGLE
0.375 IN. 19.53 mm)
3.0 IN. (76.2 mm)

0.125 IN. (3.85 mm) RAD
0.250 IN. (6.35 mm) -l
0.250 IN. (6.35 mm)
0.50 IN. (12.7 mm)
r.
1.25 IN. (31.75 mm)
r--0.50 IN. (12.7 mm)
E
SPACER 0.50 IN. J SLIDER
(12.7 mm)
IN. mm)
0.50
O-_.
IN.
(12.7 mm)
x-- 2.0 IN. (50.8 mm)-
2.0 IN. (50.8 mm)
(71
-2.0 IN. (50.8 mm)- - L-'
1
0.312
IN.
mm)
IN.
1
IN.
mm)
IN. mm)
mm)
IN. mm) RAD
2061-4-M-62-10-2
Figure 62-10. Fabrication of main rotor grip workaids (Sheet 2)
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CR
HOLE FOR LOCKWIRE

2.0 TO 3.0 IN.
I--(51 TO 76mm)-1/
0.312 IN. 17.92 mm)

DIAMETER ROD
- 6.5 IN.
(165 mm)
3.25 IN.
CV)
MACHINE TO 0.250 IN.

(6.35 mm) THIS HALF (82.5 mm)
2061-4-M-62-10-3
Figure 62-10. Fabrication of main rotor grip workaids (Sheet 3)
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operating in rain, salt laden air, or other

hostile environments.
CAUTION
1. Wipe main rotor blades and hub with drycleaning
MA IN TAI N D IRE CT A LI GN ME NT OF solvent (C-304) to remove oil and grease.
H O I S T, S L I N G L I F T I N G E Y E , A N D
R O T O R A S S E M B LY A B O V E M A S T 2. Wash main rotor blades and hub with a mild
D U R I N G R E M O VA L T O P R E V E N T solution of cleaning compound (C-318). Rinse with
THREAD DAMAGE. clean water and wipe dry with clean cloth.
6. Install lifting sling (T100220) through tangs of 62-24. MAIN ROTOR HUB AND BLADES —
main rotor hub and blade and attach lifting sling to a INSPECTION AND REPAIR
hoist.
MATERIALS REQUIRED
NOTE
Cone set (16) may fall from mast when hub Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications.
is raised. Make provisions to catch cone
set. If cone set falls, inspect (Figure 62-11). NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
C-100 Chemical Film Material

7. Lift main rotor hub and blade clear of mast (17,
Figure 62-7) and remove cone set (16). C-108 Cadmium Plating
Solution
8. Place main rotor hub and blade on a work stand C-204 Epoxy Polyamide
and support main rotor blades (1) at their preconed Primer
angle.
C-245 Polyurethane Coating
9. For removal of main rotor blades (1), refer to C-423 Abrasive Paper
paragraph 62-56.
C-464 India Stone
62-23. MAIN ROTOR HUB AND BLADES —
CLEANING 1. For inspection and repair of main rotor blades,
refer to paragraph 62-33.
MATERIALS REQUIRED 2. Inspect pitch link (21, Figure 62-7) for damage
and corrosion exceeding limits specified in the
Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications. BHT-206L-CR&O Manual.
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
3. For troubleshooting main rotor hub and blade
C-304 Drycleaning Solvent assembly, see Figure 62-1.
C-318 Cleaning Compound

4. Inspect splines of trunnion (2, Figure 62-7) and
mast (17) for nicks, burrs, or scratches and, if
necessary, dress with fine India stone (C-464).
NOTE
The following procedure should be 5. Inspect mast nut (7) for mechanical, corrosion,
accomplished every 7 days or more and thread damage (Figure 62-12). Polish out
frequently, if deemed necessary, when acceptable damage (step 8).
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DAMAGE LOCATION SYMBOLS
I
-F- I
TYPE OF DAMAGE MAXIMUM DAMAGE AND REPAIR DEPTH
MECHANICAL Damage to surfaces0 , F--c---l ,F---E-7 , and 0

may be considered negligible and not require repair, provided
depth of damage does not exceed 0.010 inch (0.254 mm) and
if the minimum radii observed in the damage area are not less
than 0.025 inch (0.635 mm).
Surface F--B---l may be resurfaced on a surface plate.

Maximum material not to exceed 0.005 inch (0.127 mm). Both
halves of cone set must be surfaced exactly the same amount,
so that the distance fromsurfaced to surface F---B7 is
identical for both halves.
Surfaced must not have any protrusions above the

surrounding surface. Dents and scratches not greater than
0.010 inch (0.254 mm) in depth may be polished out.
._-.
EDGE CHAMFER Damage shall be removed from edges using a chamfer of 0.030
inch (0.762 mm) by 45 degrees, when polished to existing
surface.
206L4-M-62-11
Figure 62-11. Cone set damage limits
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206-011-152
MAST NUT
TYPE OF DAMAGE
0
DAMAGE LOCATION SYMBOLS
MAXIMUM DAMAGE AND REPAIR DEPTH
MECHANICAL 0.010 in. (0.254 mm) 0.030 in. (0.762 mm)

Lt)
d.3
before and after repair before and after repair
CORROSION 0.010 in. (0.254 mm) 0.030 in. (0.762 mm)

before and after repair before and after repair
MAXIMUM AREA PER 0.0 10 sq. in. Not critical

FULL DEPTH REPAIR (6.45 sq. mm)
Not critical Not critical

c)'
NUMBER OF REPAIRS
EDGE CHAMFER 0.030 in. 0.060 in.

(0.762 mm) (1.52 mm)
THREAD DAMAGE:
Depth: One-third of thread
COQ
001
Length: 0.50 in. (13 mm)

Number: Two
206L4-M-62-12
Figure 62-12. Mast nut damage limits
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6. Inspect lock (9, Figure 62-7) for wear, or scoring

of 0.005 inch (0.127 mm) maximum depth. Make sure WARNING
that both locking tangs will engage mast nut splines
when parts are installed. Polish out nicks and burrs
(step 8). MEK SOLVENT IS FLAMMABLE AND
TOXIC. USE IN WELL VENTILATED AREA
AND AVOID PROLONGED BREATHING
7. Inspect cone set for damage (Figure 62-11). OF VAPOR. AVOID CONTACT WITH SKIN
Polish out acceptable damage (step 8). AND EYES.
8. Polish out acceptable damage with abrasive 1. Remove sealant bead from fillet radii of both yoke
paper (C-423) or India stone (C-464). spindles inboard of wear sleeves with a sharp plastic
scraper and cloth dampened with MEK (C-309), then
wipe dry.
a. Touch up all repaired and bare steel surfaces
with brush cadmium plating using cadmium plating
solution (C-108). Touch up all repaired and bare 2. Visually inspect fillet radii for evidence of
aluminum surfaces with chemical film material corrosion. If pitting corrosion is evident, remove with
(C-100). abrasive pad (C-407). If pitting is extensive,
disassemble main rotor hub and inspect
b. Apply one spray coat of epoxy polyamide (BHT-206L-CR&O).
primer (C-204) and two spray coats of light gull grey,
color No. 36440, polyurethane coating (C-245) to 3. Reclean fillet radii on both yoke spindles and
exterior surfaces within 8 hours after priming. Do not adjacent surfaces on wear sleeves with MEK (C-309).
allow primer or polyurethane coating on threaded Wipe surfaces dry with clean cloths before solvent
areas. evaporates.
9. Inspect splines of trunnion (2, Figure 62-7) and

4. Fill area between wear sleeves and yoke fillet
mast (17) for nicks, burrs, or scratches. If necessary,
radii with sealant (C-308). Allow sealant to cure at
dress with India stone (C-464).
room temperature 70 to 80°F (21 to 27°C) for
24 hours.
10. Inspect trunnion bearings (14) for radial and axial
play. No radial play is permitted. Axial play must not
5. When dry, coat all surfaces of main rotor blades
exceed 0.020 inch (0.508 mm).
and hub with preservative oil (C-125). Flood areas
between hub grip tangs and blades, latch bolts to grips
62-25. MAIN ROTOR HUB AND BLADES — and yoke areas just inboard of wear sleeves.
CORROSION INSPECTION
62-26. MAIN ROTOR HUB AND BLADES —
INSTALLATION
MATERIALS REQUIRED
Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications.

NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
C-125 Preservative Oil NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
C-308 Sealant T100220 Sling
C-309 MEK Commercial Hoist, 600 Pounds

(272 kg) Capacity,
C-407 Abrasive Pad Minimum
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1. Clean threads and splines on mast (17,

MATERIALS REQUIRED Figure 62-7), cone set (16), splines in trunnion (2), and
threads in mast nut (7) with drycleaning solvent
Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications. (C-304). Examine splines on mast and trunnion for
nicks, burrs, or scratches; if necessary, dress with
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE India stone (C-464).
C-101 Corrosion Preventive
Compound 2. Apply a light film of corrosion preventive
compound (C-104) to splines on mast (17) and recess
C-104 Corrosion Preventive provided for cone set (16), and to splines of
Compound trunnion (2).
C-304 Drycleaning Solvent
3. Install lifting sling (T100220) on main rotor hub
C-308 Sealant and blade assembly and connect to hoist.
C-405 Lockwire
4. Install blade tie-down on main rotor hub and
C-464 India Stone
blade as a handling guide. Hoist main rotor hub and
blade assembly into position directly over mast (17).
Align trunnion (2) and main rotor hub directly over
mast with master splines aligned.
CAUTION
5. Carefully lower main rotor hub and blade
DO NOT ALLOW MAIN ROTOR GRIPS assembly onto mast (17), aligning master splines.
O R Y O K E T O R O TAT E O N P I T C H Position cone set (16) in recess on mast and carefully
CHANGE AXIS. IF GRIP OR YOKE IS lower main rotor hub and blade assembly into position.
ALLOWED TO ROTATE ON THE PITCH
CHANGE AXIS BEYOND 90°, THE MAIN
ROTOR GRIP RETENTION STRAP(S) NOTE
MUST BE REPLACED. SECURE MAIN
ROTOR BLADE GRIP THROUGH THE For a ready reference to torque values, see
PITCH HORNS TO YOKE WITH Figure 62-13.
SUITABLE WORKAID (FIGURE 62-10).
6. Make sure flap restraint (3) is correctly installed
and secured. Install mast nut (7) and torque 250 to
NOTE 275 foot-pounds (339 to 373 Nm). Torque as close as
For installation and corrosion protection of possible to 275 foot-pounds (373 Nm) that permits
main rotor blades, refer to the installation of lock (9), washer (4), and bolt (8). Do not
BHT-206L-CR&O Manual. exceed 275 foot-pounds (373 Nm).
Hub balance weights can be removed to

allow installation of workaid. Color code
weights to ensure that they are reinstalled
in same location.
7. Install bolt (8) and washer (4) through lock (9)

and flap restraint (3) on trunnion (2). Torque bolt
NOTE 60 inch-pounds (6.78 Nm). Secure bolt with lockwire
For alternate main rotor hub and blade (C-405). Remove lifting sling and hoist. Reinstall hub
installation procedures, refer to TB balance weights if previously removed (Figure 62-7,
206L-07-223. Detail A).
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Q TORQUE
250 TO 275 FT-LB
(339 TO 373
TORQUE
150 TO 200 IN-LB
116.95 TO 22.60 N. m)
TORQUE
TORQUE
150 TO 165 IN-LB
50 TO 70 IN-LB 06.95 TO 18.65 Nm)
(5.65 TO 7.91
Rte=
N m)
TORQUE
TO
TO
Pw0
w°R
IN-LB
TO 12.43 N- m)
NOTES
A Main rotor mast nut torque

check required. Minimum TORQUE 100 TO 140 IN-LB
three flight hours not to (11.30 TO 15.82 N m)
?D3
exceed eight hours after (UPPER AND LOWER)

installation. TORQUE
2. 100 TO 140 IN-LB
The torques listed are for
special application. Refer to (11.30 TO
BHTALL-SPM for standard
BHT-ALL-SPM
torque application. Torque to be
`- TORQUE
20 TO 25 IN-LB
applied to nut. (2.26 TO 2.82
One washer under bolthead. 206L4-M-62-13
* * Maximum two washers under nut as required to align cotter pin.
Figure 62-13. Main rotor torque values
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8. Loosen bolts (20) and washers (19). Tilt one side 11. Install each pitch link (21, Figure 62-7) on
of main rotor hub and blade to bottom static stop (18) swashplate outer ring, with arrow pointing up, and
on mast (17). Align radius of static stop with contour of secure with bolt (22), one thin steel washer (11) under
mast. Torque bolts 175 inch-pounds (19.77 Nm) and bolt head, one thin steel washer (23) under nut, and
safety together with lockwire (C-405). Repeat nut (24). A maximum of two thin steel washers (23)
procedure for opposite static stop. may be used under nut for alignment of cotter pin.
Torque each nut (24) 100 to 140 inch-pounds (11.30 to
9. Apply a bead of sealant (C-308) around external
15.82 Nm). Install new cotter pin and apply corrosion
flange surfaces of inboard strap fittings and to
preventive compound (C-101) to bolt head, nut, and
adjacent mating surfaces of yoke (13) and static
stops (18). exposed threads.
12. Remove T-handle workaid from trunnion bearings

WARNING (14) and yoke (13). Make sure grips do not rotate.
Connect end of each pitch link (21) to trunnion bearing
and secure with bolt (10), one thin steel washer (11),
WHEN ADJUSTING LENGTH OF PITCH one thin steel washer (23), and nut (12). One thin steel
LINKS, OBSERVE MINIMUM THREAD washer (11) is required under bolt head and a
ENGAGEMENT FOR CLEVISES
maximum of two thin steel washers (23) may be used
( PA R A G R A P H 6 2 - 4 0 ) . L E S S T H A N
under nut for alignment of cotter pin. Torque each nut
MINIMUM THREAD ENGAGEMENT FOR
CLEVISES MAY CAUSE PITCH LINKS TO (12) 100 to 140 inch-pounds (11.30 to 15.82 Nm).
FAIL DURING FLIGHT. Install new cotter pin and apply corrosion preventive
compound (C-101) to bolt head, nut, and exposed
10. Adjust length of pitch links (21) to 30.64 inches threads.
(778.3 mm) measured from center of bolt hole in upper
clevis to center of bolt hole in lower clevis respectively.
Adjust barrel to obtain required dimensions (paragraph 13. Service main rotor hub assembly if not previously
62-40), align clevises 90° apart, and torque jamnuts accomplished (Chapter 12).
150 to 200 inch-pounds (16.95 to 22.60 Nm). Secure
insert (15, Figure 62-5) and jamnut (16) with lockwire
(C-405). 14. Deleted.
NOTE 15. Check main rotor tracking (paragraph 62-11).
Observe color code markings on

swashplate, pitch link and main rotor hub 16. Do a torque check of the mast nut (7) 1 to 5 flight
assembly (Chapter 11). hours after installation (TB 206L-07-223) (Chapter 5).
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FLAP RESTRAINT
62-27. FLAP RESTRAINT. 4. Ensure arm assemblies (4) operate freely
m3,0
and that 0.002 inch (0.051 mm) minimum
.-.
0-0
The flap restraint unit is installed on the main clearance exist between faces of arm
c
Q-7
0-'o
rotor hub trunnion and incorporates assembly and slot in support (10).
counterweights and springs which serve to
position antiflapping stops. The stops prevent 5. Repair damage to mast nut lock (9, figure
figure
a)â)
excessive flapping of the main rotor hub and 62-7)
62-7 which would prohibit functional
ESC
blade assembly during starting and shutdown, engagement. Replace lock if cracked.
but allow normal flapping at operating rpm.
62-30. INSTALLATION.
62-28. REMOVAL.
MATERIALS REQUIRED
1. Remove lock (9, figure 62-7) and mast
figure 62-7
nut (7).
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
2. Remove two screws (6) and lift flap
restraint (3) from trunnion (2). C-405
C-405 Lockwi re
62-29. INSPECTION AND REPAIR. 1. Position flap restraint (3, figure 62-7) on
figure 62-7
a.-
trunnion and secure with two screws (6).
1. Visually inspect support (10, figure 62-8)
figure 62-8
p)<
Q'.
vii
and arm assemblies (4) for damage. 2. Install mast nut (7) and torque from 250
0'+N
3
v°E
((DD
to 275 foot-pounds (339 to 373 newton-

2. Inspect arm assemblies (4) for bondline meters).
separation and rubber stop.
3. Install lock (9) with bolt (8), washer (5),
3. Inspect springs (7) for correct spring rate, and nut (4). Torque nut (4) 60 inch-pounds
+-.
O-w
c°0
1.0 inch (25 mm) extension under a pull of tea)

(6.78 newton-meters) and secure with
000
0.84 ± 0.08 pound (3.7 ± 0.35 newtons). C-405

lockwire (C-405).
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MAIN ROTOR BLADES
62-31. MAIN ROTOR BLADES. 62-33. INSPECTION AND REPAIR.
Main rotor blades are of all metal construction

MATERIALS REQUIRED
with an aluminum alloy spar, spar spacer,
trailing edge strip, honeycomb core, and
aluminum skins. All structural components are
-Ft
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
joined by metal to metal bonding. The blades
are set in hub grips at a preconing angle and C-317
C-317 Adhesive
3.0 .,C.3
are secured by a single retaining blade bolt in
"Co
C-322
C-322 Adhesive
each grip. An inboard trim tab and an
Q4.
CAL
Cam
outboard trim tab are provided on the trailing C-422
C-422 Aluminum Wool
edge for tracking adjustments. The blades
have swept tips and are individually C-423
C-423 Abrasive Cloth or
interchangeable. Paper
62-32. CLEANING.
NOTE
MATERIALS REQUIRED Any damage in excess of that noted
is reason to remove the main rotor
blade.
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
C-125
C-125 Preservative Oil SPECIAL TOOLS REQUIRED
C-304
C-304 Solvent
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
C-318
C-318 Cleaning Compound
206-215-001-101 Tab Bender

NOTE Tab Gage
206-215-002-101
The following cleaning procedure
should be accomplished each week,
N-CD
or more frequently if deemed NOTE

necessary, to prevent corrosion and
C-322
Use adhesive (C-322) as an
tea)
extend main rotor blade service life.

<
C-317
alternate for adhesive (C-317).
1. Wipe main rotor blades and hub with
C-304 to remove oil and grease.
solvent (C-304) 1. Inspect for nicks, scratches, and dents.
2. Wash main rotor blades and hub with a a. Nicks and scratches anywhere on the
3"m
mild solution (ratio of 4 parts water to 1 part surface of the skin (15, figure 62-14) or
figure 62-14
0-0
cleaning compound) of cleaning compound trailing edge strip (8) that are not in excess of
C-318 Rinse with fresh water and wipe dry
(C-318). 0.008 inch (0.203 mm) in depth, are
=T-
with clean cloth. acceptable if they are polished out.
3. When dry, coat all surfaces of main rotor b. Nicks and notches in the extreme
o°m=3
C-125
blades and hub with preservative oil (C-125). trailing edge strip (8) of the blade, that are
.Q.
...
3.6
Flood areas between hub grip tangs and 0.120 inch (3.05 mm) in depth or less, shall
E
blades, latch bolts to grips and yoke areas be polished out over a distance of at least 2.0
just inboard of wear sleeves, to ensure inches (51 mm) each side of the nick or
.1-.1
CD
complete coverage. notch. In the area outboard of the trim tab, a

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14 15
13
--8
SECTION A-A
12
17
10
16
VIEW B-B
18
1. Grip pad 10. Balance weight and support

2. Grip plate - upper 11. Retention bolt hole bushing
+m,
3. Doubler 12. Wear pad (4 req'd)

4. Spar 13. Spar spacer
5. Alignment drivescrew 14. Core
6. Tip weight support 15. Skin
7. Tip fairing 16. Spar closure
8. Trailing edge strip 17. Trailing edge closure
9. Trim tabs 18. Grip plate -
lower
206L4-M-62-14
Figure 62-14. Main rotor blade (206-015-001) inspection
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depth of 0.25 inch (6.3 mm) may be polished 2. Inspect for voids.
((00
out over a distance of 4.0 inches (100 mm)
((DD
E
minimum on each side.
NOTE
NOTE A void is defined as an unbonded

area that is supposed to be bonded.
If a nick or scratch in the skin (15),
3-1
Many subdefinitions of voids are
in excess of 0.008 inch (0.203 mm)
070
often given, such as lack of
X()
0
in depth, can be polished smooth
a':°
adhesive, gas pocket, misfit, etc.
without leaving the skin in the
Q.+
These instructions shall make no
(3D
polished area so thin that it can be distinction among these, but shall
r0+
0
dented with fingernail pressure, then
--°
group them in the one general term,
<(Q
(CD
a patch may be applied over the void.
area without cutting a hole (BHT-
BHT-
206L-CR&O).
206L-CR&O
All acceptable voids should be
C-317 or
sealed with adhesive (C-317)
0
c. Nicks and scratches in the skins (15) in
excess of 0.008 inch (0.203 mm) in depth, C-322 as required.
adhesive (C-322),
must be patched if they do not touch or
30x3
X00
damage, in any way, the trailing edge strip (8) a. Voids at the butt end of the blade.
4-.
((DD
0(D
E
or spar (4), or do not come within 1.0 inch (25

mm) of the doublers (3). (1) A void between the trailing edge
0
Ova
strip (8) and skin (15) not deeper than 1.0
d. In the outboard 3.0 feet (0.91 meter) of inch (25 mm), and not wider than 0.25 inch
the blade, any dent in the skin (15) that does (6.3 mm) is acceptable.
C(-
not tear the skin, produce a void beyond

allowable limits, or affect flight characteristics, (2) A void between the skin (15) and
L(")
Q;7
0
is acceptable. trailing edge closure (17) not deeper than
0.15 inch (3.8 mm) and wider than 1.0 inch
e. Dents in the skin (15) inboard of a (25 mm) is acceptable.
()l
-..W
station 3.0 feet (0.91 meter) from the tip of

tee.
?0(3D
the blade, that are not in excess of this limit b. Voids in the retention area inboard of
must be polished smooth and patched. station 60.
f. If a nick or scratch exists in a sharp (1) Edge voids 0.06 inch (1.5 mm)
C'-
0
0
dent in the skin (15), the total depth of both maximum depth, on any one bondline, shall
Q^-Q
31m
must not exceed 0.060 inch (1.52 mm). If the

QUO
not exceed 10 percent in total length of the

nick or scratch cannot be polished out, it must
0(p
bondline. Single edge voids, of 0.06 inch (1.5

0
be cut out and patched (BHT-206L-CR&O).

+,.
BHT-206L-CR&O mm) maximum depth and 2.0 inches (51 mm)

maximum length, are acceptable on doublers
g. Nicks or scratches in the doublers (3), (3) and upper and lower grip plates (2 and
or upper grip plates (2), that are not in excess
+,,
18). Edge voids are not acceptable in the

of 0.012 inch (0.305 mm) in depth, are
4-.
outboard 5.0 inches (130 mm) of each finger

acceptable if they are polished out. of the doublers (3) and the outboard 3.0
0
inches (76 mm) of the upper and lower grip

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h. Polish out all acceptable nicks and plates (2 and 18). A maximum of 1.0 inch (25
Qom--..
OT.
C-
scratches using abrasive cloth or paper (C- mm) may be removed from the outboard tip of
-(0
s-0
423).
423 Polish to a surface finish of 63 the drag plate tang, grip plate tang or the
-.l
microinches (1.60 microns) or better, outboard tip of the doublers to eliminate a

removing only enough material to remove the void. Pattern of cut shall be approximately the
(s+.
nick or scratch. same radius as the original tips. Use extreme

care to avoid cutting into adjacent parts. After
L paragraph 62-
Refinish repaired areas (paragraph 62- cutting, deburr and break all sharp edges, and
34
34). paragraph 62-34
refinish (paragraph 62-34 and figure 62-14).
figure 62-14
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B HT-206L4-M M-6
(2) Voids between the skin (15) and a. Measure the chord line dimension of
ate-
_,,
(n7
core (14), not wider chordwise than 0.75 inch the blade, adjacent to the area of corrosion
L"3,-
(19 mm), not longer spanwise than 3.0 inches that will be cleaned up, using a micrometer
(t)
(76 mm) are permissible. The total area of all caliper or equivalent (figure 62-15, area A).
figure 62-15
-y_
voids shall not exceed 5.0 square inches This measurement minus the maximum of
((DD
E--
(3200 square mm). 0.125 inch (3.17 mm) clean-up at the leading
ON)
edge will determine that the remaining leading
(3) Edge voids between the edge of the edge thickness is within limits.
010
skin (15) and the trailing edge strip (8), or the
(Do
spar (4) that are less than 0.06 inch (1.5 mm) EXAMPLE
a.-3
(is
3'3
wide by any length, or less than 0.12 inch
(3.0 mm) wide by 7.0 inches (180 mm) long, Measured dimension 13.009 in (33.042
are acceptable. A cm)
(4) Voids running into retention bolt Maximum cleanup 0.125 in (0.317 cm)
2(u
hole bushing (11) in any bondline, are not allowed
acceptable.
Minimum dimension A 12.884 in (32.725
(5) Other voids between the skin (15) measurement allowed
±'.- cm)
E
and the trailing edge strip (8), or the spar (4) to the deepest part of
which do not exceed 0.18 inch (4.6 mm) in the cleanup area.
(t)
width by 10.0 inches (254 mm) long are
E
E
acceptable.
c. Voids under the skin outboard of NOTE
station 60. Two squares clamped opposite to
each other with wire or feeler gages
(1) Voids between the skin (15) and the
+..
can be used to obtain dimension A

trailing edge strip (8) shall not exceed one- accurately.
(is
third the width of the mating surfaces.

b. An alternate measurement can be
(t)
Voids between the skin (15) and
(2)
made by removing tip fairing (7, figure 62-14)
figure 62-14
core (14) shall not exceed 1.0 inch (25 mm) in
-(D
and measuring thickness from the aft side of

width (chordwise) by 25.0 inches (635 mm)
spar (4) to the leading edge. If chordwise
long. Voids within 1.0 inch (25 mm) of each
measurement is 0.6250 inch (15.87 mm) or
other are to be considered one void.
less, replace main rotor blade.
(3) Voids between the skin (15) and the
.-.
steps aa. or bb.

c. If dimension calculated in steps
spar (4) not wider than 0.25 inch (6.3 mm) are
is within limits, repair blade as follows:
acceptable. Voids not larger than 0.38 inch
(9.6 mm) by 2.0 inches (51 mm) are
acceptable, provided spacing between void NOTE
centers exceeds 6.0 inches (150 mm). Edge
(OD
voids are acceptable up to 0.08 inch (2.0 mm) All sanding must be accomplished in
m0"
deep. spanwise direction only.

((DD
(4) Edge voids between the edge of the (1) Sand leading edge spanwise with
d^.
skin (15) and trailing edge strip (8), that are C-423 with a final
abrasive cloth or paper (C-423)
*OD
less than 0.08 inch (2.0 mm) wide by any cleaning using aluminum wool (C-422). C-422
3m(0
length or less than 0.18 inch (4.6 mm) wide Sanding shall be accomplished by hand only
by 10.0 inches (254 mm) long, are and to a depth to remove corrosion or
Q_0
(t)
acceptable. erosion. Blend edges of the sanded areas into

SaoQA)
adjacent areas to maintain the shape of the

CEO
3. Inspect for leading edge corrosion and airfoil (figure 62-15, area B and C). Maximum
figure 62-15
(°n
NCO
erosion. depth of sanding on the sides of the spar

(from the leading edge of the skin to within
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3.212 IN.
(81.58 mm)
C
0.750 IN.
BUTT JOINT SKIN TO SPAR (19.0 mm)
SKIN
SPAR
0.625 IN. 05.9 mm) MINIMUM DIMENSION
AFTER LEADING EDGE CLEANUP
0.125 IN. (3.17 mm) MAXIMUM
LEADING EDGE REMOVAL ALLOWED
206L4-M-62-15
Figure 62-15. Main rotor blade corrosion and erosion repair dimensions
1.0 inch (25 mm) of the leading edge of the 4. Inspect trim tabs.
spar) is as follows:
a. If trim tabs (9, figure 62-14) are bent
figure 62-14
((00
(a) 0.030 inch (0.762 mm) deep from and there is no evidence of bond separation,
the inboard end of the blade to within two feet straighten trim tabs with a heavy rubber
(0.6 m) of the tip of the blade. mallet and heavy backup block, or other tools.
p0)
(b) 0.060 inch (1.52 mm) deep in the b. Reset trim tabs (9) to 0 degree angle.
0(a
outboard two feet (0.6 m) blade except Use trim tab bender, P/N 206-215-001-101,
around screws attaching the tip weight and trin tab gage, P/N 206-215-002-101
l(')
support. paragraph 62-8
(paragraph 62-8).
NOTE 5. Inspect grip pads (1) and wear pads (12)

on butt end of main rotor blades (BHT-206L-
BHT-206L-
Do not sand the skin to the spar butt CR&O).
CR&O
joint. A minimum leading edge
thickness of 0.625 inch (15.9 mm) 6. Inspect balance weights and support (10)
.-.
must be maintained after corrosion for security.

clean-up (figure 62-15).
figure 62-15
7. Inspect tip weight support (6) and tip
(2) Refinish repaired areas paragraph
(paragraph fairing (7) for security and damage (BHT-
BHT-
62-34
62-34). 206L-CR&O).
206L-CR&O
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62-34. TOUCHUP REFINISHING. NOTE

All sanding must be accomplished in
MATERIALS REQUIRED a spanwise direction only.
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE 3. Wash blade surfaces with cleaning

C-318 or equivalent. Achieve a
compound (C-318),
C-100 Chemical Film Material water break free surface which will be evident
5D)
C-100
0
by a continuous unbroken film of water on the
:"c0
C-103
C-103 Chromic Acid surface after thoroughly rinsing cleaning
compound from the surface.
C-204
C-204 Primer
C-213
C-213 Coating NOTE
C-305
C-305 Aliphatic Naphtha step 44. if no evidence of
Omit step
(()
C09
corrosion is visible.
C-309
C-309 Methyl-Ethyl-Ketone
C07
(gyp
(MEK)
4. On all bare metal surfaces apply cleaner
per)
C-318
C-318 Cleaning Compound C-344 using a clean cloth or brush. Rub
(C-344)
0`<ò
solution briskly into surface for approximately
C-322
C-322 Adhesive 40 to 60 seconds.
C-344
C-344 Cleaner
5. Rinse the blade thoroughly with clean
C-423
C-423 Abrasive Cloth or running water and wipe dry with clean cloths.
0
Paper
NOTE
This paragraph provides step-by-step step 55. through
From completion of step
instructions for the touchup refinishing of final paint application, surfaces of
Q,3
small repaired areas only on main rotor blades are not to be handled with
blades. For large areas, or the complete
2(D
bare hands.
refinishing of main rotor blades, refer to BHT-
BHT-
206L-CR&O
206L-CR&O manual.
6. On all bare metal surfaces, apply
C-100
chemical film material (C-100) BHT-ALL-
(BHT-ALL-
SPM
SPM). If not available, use an application of
WARNING C-103
chromic acid (C-103). After 1 minute, wipe
with a damp cloth and dry with a clean cloth.
USE CARE WHEN USING

NAPHTHA AND OTHER TOXIC NOTE
MATERIALS. AVOID BREATHING If materials referenced in steps step 4 4.
VAPORS AND USE IN A WELL 6
and 6. are not immediately available,
VENTILATED AREA. AVOID the bare aluminum may be spray
-s3
REPEATED CONTACT WITH SKIN. C-204

coated with primer (C-204). This is
temporary protection only. Do not
C-305
1. Degrease with aliphatic naphtha (C-305), steps 7.
refinish the area (steps 7. through
through
(ten
or any good commercial degreasing solvent 10 until steps

10.) step 4 4. and 66. have been
which will not smear or remove paint finish. accomplished.
2. Use 180 grit or finer abrasive cloth or 7. Thoroughly dry cleaned surfaces. Apply
C-423 to remove all surface oxides in
paper (C-423) one light spray coat 0.3 to 0.5 mils (0.008 to
area to be repaired. This may include removal 0.013 mm) thick of primer (C-204), C-204 or
of some paint finish to allow for feathering equivalent. Allow to air dry from 45 minutes to
0-C1
O.0
area or repair. four hours.

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8. C-322 over reworked

Spray adhesive (C-322) NOTE
areas only. Apply three spray coats over trim
6(D
tab and doublers. Apply one spray coat over C-419 is optional with
Use of tape (C-419)
(Op
butt joint of skin to abrasive strip, or butt joint the individual operator. Its use is
of skin to spar where applicable, and skin to recommended for protection against
E
.-+
07(D
trailing edge strip. abrasion of the leading edge of the
4L+
0
blade in areas of high sand and dust
conditions. It affords medium
NOTE protection against rain. The tape
may be removed and replaced with
Mix adhesive per instructions of new tape as often as necessary.
0
manufacturer. Add 13 percent to 15
percent (by weight) of primer (C-
.0,D
C-
When tape ends release or appear
loose on the rotor blade, the tape
204 C-322 and
204) into the adhesive (C-322) must be removed prior to flight.
mix thoroughly. Thin to a sprayable
(o2:
ca(
C-309
consistency by adding MEK (C-309)
.0--.
1. New blades with final paint finish fully

not to exceed 50 percent by volume
ate)
cured shall be wiped with clean cloth or rag

of mixed adhesive (approximately 35
'"`
(QED
C-305 and
dampened with aliphatic naphtha (C-305)
ivy
(a'-ca
percent by volume will produce a wiped dry prior to full evaporation of the
0
sprayable consistency). Pot life of naphtha.
thinned adhesive is approximately
three hours. After application of final
spray coat of adhesive, allow blade a. Blades that have been in service shall
to air dry at room temperature for 16
have all contamination cleaned off leading
C-407 followed by
edge using abrasive pad (C-407)
to 24 hours.
wiping with a clean cloth dampened with
C-305
aliphatic naphtha (C-305). Wipe dry with
C-
9. Apply a light mist spray coat of primer (C- clean cloths.
3`<
204
204). Allow to air dry 45 minutes to 8 hours
maximum.
b. Blades that are having the tape
replaced are to be treated the same as blades
10. Apply two or three spray coats of coating O(D
r...+..
that have been in service. Tape may be

-.o
C-213 to obtain a top coat thickness of 1.2

(C-213)
-0-
+_-
removed and replaced as often as necessary.

cam
to 1.5 mils (0.03 to 0.04 mm) to upper

surfaces (using gloss white, color number C-419 6.0 inches
2. Cut a strip of tape (C-419)
.".
can
U--
17925), to lower surfaces (using lusterless
(150 mm) wide by 96 inches (2400 mm) long.
.-.
black, color number 37038), and to tips (using The tape must be the same size (within
lusterless orange-yellow, color number 33538.
C70
reasonable limits) for each blade of a set to

0a)
Spray only repaired areas. Allow hour

3'0
1
prevent an out-of-balance condition.
minimum drying time before applying any
E
other paint over second coat.

(<D
3. Tape shall be applied to blade by a

minimum of two people. Place one end of
62-35. EROSION PROTECTION TAPE. tape flush with tip of blade so that equal
coverage will be applied to bottom and top
.,-
surfaces. Using a plastic spatula or similar

MATERIALS REQUIRED tool, firmly affix tape to extreme leading edge
=r.+
of blade for full length of tape.

0
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
4. Using spatula or similar tool, affix tape
C-305
C-305 Aliphatic Naphtha firmly to each side of leading edge. In the
event an air bubble is entrapped, raise that
C-407
C-407 Abrasive Pad area of tape, releasing air, and reaffix tape
C-419
C-419 Tape firmly. Properly applied, tape should show no
evidence of bubbles.
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5. Inspect tape daily for proper adhesion

and tape condition. Replacement is to be 2. Install each trunnion bearing (3, figure
figure 62-
62-
based on daily inspection findings. 16) as follows:
16
a. Use a fabricated pitch horn trunnion
Nova
62-36. TRUNNION BEARING
workaid tool (figure 62-17) to spread pitch
_S.
figure 62-17
3:s
'SL
REPLACEMENT.
horn. Insert trunnion bearing (3), rotating to
,.+
(3D
align slot of trunnion bearing with bolt hole in
a)+
MATERIALS REQUIRED pitch horn. (See figure 62-16 for fabrication
figure 62-16
`.O
O-0
and use of tool.)
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE b. Install bolt (1, figure 62-16) with
figure 62-16
C-001
C-001 Grease washers (2 and 4), and nut (5). Ensure one
washer is installed under bolthead and one
.Q^
under nut. Torque nut (5) 60 inch-pounds
1. Remove each trunnion bearing (3, figure
figure (6.78 newton-meters).
62-16 as follows:
62-16)
3. Purge lubricate trunnion bearing (3) at
.Q-U
(CD
a. Remove nut (5), washer (4), and bolt r,. C-001 Inject
two grease fittings with grease (C-001).
(1) with washer (2) from pitch horn. grease slowly to avoid blowing cover seal.
b. Use a fabricated pitch horn trunnion
workaid tool (figure 62-17) to spread pitch
figure 62-17
horn. Remove trunnion bearing (3).
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1. Bolt 4. Washer
2. Washer 5. Nut
3. Trunnion bearing 206L4-M-62-16
Figure 62-16. Trunnion bearing
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1.60
I~- (40.6 mm)
IN.
n 479 IN 0.30 IN
1Q- .
(7.6 mm) 0.501N. 1.00 IN. (2.54 mm)

(9.45 mm)
(13 mm)
-
3/8 24 NF
(M10X 1)
0.75 IN.
(19 MM)
0.50 IN.
(13 mm)
THREAD TYP
PLACES
Q lb
3/8 - 24 NF (M 10 X 1) THREAD
2 CES
0.301N.
0.247 IN. (7.6 mm) Is 10
0.80 IN. 0.80 IN.
(6.27 mm) 0.45 IN. (20 mm) (20 mm)
(11 MM)
DETAIL 1 0.101N.__j 0.851N.

MAKE FROM STANDARD BOLT (2.5 mm) (22 mm)
0.151N.
(3.8 mm)
DETAIL 2
MAKE FROM 4130 STEEL
0.501N.
0.40 IN. (13 mm)
110 mm)
I
It j
0.25 IN.
i,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
(6.3 mm)
HOLE X 0.25 IN.
0.25 IN. (6.3 mm) DEEP
(6.3 mm)
0.05 IN. 0.30 IN.
(1.3 mm)
j7 (7.6 mm) --I
- v 0.101N. 0.841N.
0.251N. (2.5 mm) (21 mm)
(6.3 mm)
0.70 IN.
0.301N. (18 mm)
(7.6 mm)
DETAIL 3
APPLICATION OF WORK AID MAKE FROM 4130 STEEL
USE: To allow removal of pitch horn

trunnion with less possibility of
damage to pitch horn
NOTE
1Q Fillet radius 0.03 inch (0.76 mm).
206L4-M-62-17
Figure 62-17. Fabrication of pitch horn trunnion workaid tool
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PITCH LINK
62-37. PITCH LINK 1. Adjust length of pitch link (6, Figure 62-18) to
30.64 inches (778.3 mm) measured from center of bolt
The pitch link connects pitch horn on blade grip to hole in upper clevis (10) to center of bolt hole in lower
swashplate outer ring, for control input from collective clevis (17). Observe dimensions shown in Detail B.
and cyclic controls. A pitch link is required for each Ensure at least minimum thread engagement for
main rotor blade. upper clevis and lower clevis. Adjust barrel (13) to
obtain required length, align clevises 90° apart, and
torque jamnuts (11 and 16) 150 to 200 inch-pounds
(16.95 to 22.60 Nm).
62-38. PITCH LINK — REMOVAL 2. Apply a coating of corrosion preventive

compound (C-104) to shanks of bolts (2 and 7). Do not
1. Remove nut (8, Figure 62-18), thin steel washers apply corrosion preventive compound to threads of
(3 and 4), and bolt (7) from lower end of pitch link (6). bolts.
2. Remove nut (5), bolt (2), and thin steel washers

(3 and 4) from upper end of pitch link (6). Remove NOTE
pitch link. Observe color code markings on
swashplate, pitch links, and main rotor hub
62-39. PITCH LINK — INSPECTION assembly (Chapter 11).
1. Inspect pitch link (6, Figure 62-18) for surface 3. Install pitch link (6) with arrow on decal (14)
damage. Replace pitch link if damage exceeds pointing up. Secure lower end of pitch link with bolt (7),
repairable limits (BHT-206L-CR&O). one thin steel washer (3) under bolt head, one thin
steel washer (4) under nut (8), and nut (8). A
2. Inspect clevis (10) and insert (12) for security and maximum of two thin steel washers (4) are allowed
cracks in bonding agent. under nut for alignment of cotter pin. Torque nut 100 to
140 inch-pounds (11.30 to 15.82 Nm). Install new
62-40. PITCH LINK — INSTALLATION cotter pin and apply corrosion preventive compound
(C-101) to bolt head, nut, and exposed threads.
MATERIALS REQUIRED
4. Connect upper end of pitch link (6) to trunnion
Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications. bearing (9), and secure with bolt (2), one thin steel
washer (3) under bolt head, one thin steel washer (4)
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE under nut (5), and nut (5). A maximum of two thin steel
washers (4) are allowed under nut for alignment of
C-101 Corrosion Preventive
cotter pin. Torque nut 100 to 140 inch-pounds (11.30
Compound
to 15.82 Nm). Install new cotter pin and apply
C-104 Corrosion Preventive corrosion preventive compound (C-101) to bolt head,
Compound nut, and exposed threads.
5. Purge lubricate main rotor hub to verify it is

WARNING
completely full (Chapter 12).
WHEN ADJUSTING LENGTH OF PITCH 6. Deleted.

LINKS, OBSERVE MINIMUM THREAD
ENGAGEMENT FOR CLEVISES. LESS 62-41. DELETED
THAN MINIMUM THREAD ENGAGEMENT
FO R CLEVISES MAY CAUSE PITCH
LINKS TO FAIL DURING FLIGHT.
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2 3 1
1 4 1
9
5 T 1
SEE DETAIL A
SEE DETAIL B
3 1
4
1
8 T 1
206L4_MM_62_0018a
Figure 62-18. Pitch Link (Sheet 1 of 3)
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10 2
UPPER
11 T 2
12 3
A
INSERT
13
30.630 TO 30.650 IN.

(778.00 TO 778.51 mm)
14
INSERT
15 B
16 T 2
LOWER
17 2
DETAIL A DETAIL B
INITIAL SETTING DIMENSION MAXIMUM EXPOSED THREADS
AFTER ADJUSTMENT
A B
PITCH LINK
MAX MAX MAX MAX
PART NUMBER
INCH (mm) THREADS INCH (mm) THREADS
206-010-360-005
0.64 (16.2) 14 0.64 (16.2) 9
OR SUBSEQUENT
206L4_MM_62_0018b
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1. Yoke 10. Clevis

2. Bolt 11. Jamnut
3. Thin steel washer 12. Insert
4. Thin steel washer 13. Barrel
5. Nut 14. Decal
6. Pitch link 15. Insert
7. Bolt 16. Jamnut
8. Nut 17. Clevis
9. Trunnion bearing
100 TO 140 IN-LBS

T 1 (11.30 TO 15.82 Nm)
150 TO 200 IN-LBS

T 2 (16.95 TO 22.60 Nm)
NOTES
1 One washer under bolthead. Maximum two washers under nut as required to align nut for
cotter pin.
2 Apply corrosion preventive compound (C-104) to all threads at assembly.
3 Secure jamnut (11) to insert (12) with lockwire (C-405). Lockwire is not required on lower
jamnut (16).
4. Maximum threads shown in dimensions A and B are perfect complete threads. Some clevises
have two imperfect threads.
206L4_MM_62_0018c
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B HT-2061-4-M M-6
SWASHPLATE AND SUPPORT
62-42. SWASHPLATE AND SUPPORT. 62-44. CLEANING.
The swashplate and support encircles the
<D)
mast directly above the transmission and is MATERIALS REQUIRED
mounted on a universal support (pivot sleeve)
which permits it to be tilted in any direction.
p=°-0
,-« NOMENCLATURE
NUMBER
Movement of the cyclic control stick results in
a corresponding tilt of the swashplate and the C-304
C-304 Solvent
main rotor. Movement of the collective pitch
lever actuates the sleeve assembly which
..C
raises or lowers the swashplate and transmits
0
.................
collective control to the main rotor. The cyclic CAUTION
controls are mixed with the collective control .................
by action of the mixing lever at the base of
the control column (figure 62-19).
figure 62-19 DO NOT ALLOW SOLVENT OR
GREASE TO CONTACT TEFLON
BEARINGS OF SWASHPLATE AND
003
62-43. REMOVAL.
SUPPORT OR ROD END
1. Remove main rotor hub and blades BEARINGS.
0
(paragraph 62-22) and the two pitch links

paragraph 62-22
0
(paragraph 62-38).
paragraph 62-38 Clean mast (1, figure 62-19) and top of
figure 62-19
0-1
°-0
C-304
transmission with solvent (C-304), and dry
2. Disconnect two cyclic control tube with filtered compressed air.
assemblies that attach to horns of inner ring
(14, figure 62-19).
figure 62-19
62-45. INSPECTION AND REPAIR.
3. Disconnect collective control tube
assembly that attaches to collective lever
(12). MATERIALS REQUIRED
4. Remove collar set (17), idler lever (2), NUMBER NOMENCLATURE

z
c
idler link (3) , and boot (16) from mast (1) and
paragraph 62-
the swashplate and support (paragraph 62- C-100
C-100 Chemical Film Material
48
48).
C-423
C-423 Abrasive Cloth or
(I)
5. Remove nuts (9), washers (10), and oil Paper

filler cap lanyard bracket from lower flange of
support (11) and transmission top case studs.
.................
6. Lift swashplate and support off mast (1). CAUTION

Exercise care while removing swashplate and .................
support from mast to prevent damage to

0
splines. DO NOT ALLOW MAIN ROTOR

BLADES TO ROTATE ON PITCH
CHANGE AXIS. IF A BLADE IS
INADVERTENTLY ALLOWED TO
ROTATE ON PITCH CHANGE AXIS
BEYOND 90 DEGREES, MAIN
ROTOR GRIP RETENTION STRAP
WILL BE DAMAGED, AND MUST
BE REPLACED.
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14
12
1. Mast 10. Washer

2. Idler lever 11. Support
3. Idler link 12. Collective lever
4. Nut 13. Spherical bearing
5. Washer 14. Inner ring
15. Outer ring
...1
6. Washer
7. Washer 16. Boot
8. Stud 17. Collar set
9. Nut
206L4-M-62-19
Figure 62-19. Swashplate and support
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6. Check tilt friction of swashplate and support

NOTE
(paragraph 62-47). Friction may be altered with
For inspection and repair procedures, refer swashplate and support installed or removed from
to BHT-206LCR&O Manual. helicopter.
1. Inspect swashplate and support for evidence of

excessive grease leakage from internal seals. If seal 7. Inspect collective lever (12, Figure 62-19)
leakage is excessive, seals must be replaced (paragraph 62-50).
(BHT-206L-CR&O).
8. Inspect idler lever (2), idler link (3), boot (16), and
2. Inspect swashplate and support as follows: collar set (17) (paragraph 62-54).
a. Hold inner ring (14, Figure 62-19) stationary

62-46. SWASHPLATE AND SUPPORT —
and rotate outer ring (15) 360° several times. Check
duplex bearing for condition. Bearing must be smooth INSTALLATION
with no evidence of binding, dragging, or looseness.
b. Tilt swashplate inner ring (14) and outer ring MATERIALS REQUIRED
(15) to extremes of travel. Inspect sleeve slots and
spherical surfaces for abnormal wear or damage. Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications.
c. Raise swashplate up on support (11) (limits of NUMBER NOMENCLATURE

collective lever travel) and inspect surfaces for wear or
damage. C-308 Sealant
C-447 Lockwire
3. Purge lubricate swashplate duplex bearings
(Chapter 12) until clean grease is vented through
lower seal. Wipe off excess grease and clean exposed
surfaces with dry, clean cloths.
CAUTION
4. Inspect spherical bearings (13) on horns of inner
ring (14) and outer ring (15), collective lever (12), and
MAKE SURE LOCKWIRE ON MAST
idler link (3) for wear. If bearing wear exceeds
L O C K I N G P L AT E S C R E W S I S
0.010 inch (0.254 mm) axial looseness, replace
PROPERLY POSITIONED TO PREVENT
bearing. To replace bearing, refer to BHT-206L-CR&O
C O N TA C T W I T H S WA S H P L AT E
Manual and observe the caution referring to bearing
SUPPORT INNER SURFACE.
with steel outer race.
5. Inspect swashplate and support for corrosion and 1. Purge lubricate swashplate and support duplex
mechanical damage as follows: bearings through grease fitting in top cap
(Chapter 12). Make sure grease purges out through
bottom seal, not through top seal. Using a clean, dry
a. Using abrasive paper (C-423), polish out cloth, wipe surfaces clean of excess grease.
acceptable damage and blend into surrounding
surface.
2. Position swashplate and support over mast (1,
b. Coat all repaired areas with chemical film Figure 62-19) and lower into position on top of
material (C-100) (BHT-ALL-SPM, Chapter 3). transmission. Position support (11) on transmission
top case studs so that collective lever (12) is at the
c. Prime and paint repaired areas 1 o'clock position. Install oil filler cap lanyard bracket,
(BHT-ALL-SPM, Chapter 4). Do not apply primer or washers (10). Torque nuts (9) evenly to 100 to
paint to bearing surfaces or areas that were not 140 inch-pounds (11.30 to 15.82 Nm). Apply sealant
previously finished. (C-308) to mating flange of support and transmission.
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3. Install idler lever (2), idler link (3), boot (16), and
NOTE
collar set (17) (paragraph 62-55). Make sure washer
(7) is inserted on stud (8) before attaching idler link. Friction may be altered with the swashplate
and support installed on the helicopter.
4. Check that inside top surface of swashplate and

1. Disconnect idler link (3, Figure 62-19) from outer
support is free of foreign matter and excess grease.
ring (15); boot (16) from outer cap; two main rotor pitch
Position boot (16) around cap and secure with a single
links from outer ring (15); and two cyclic control tubes
strand of lockwire (C-447) (Figure 62-20, Detail A).
from inner ring (14).
5. If removed, install collective lever (12, 2. Inspect swashplate and support (paragraph
Figure 62-19) and link (paragraph 62-51). 62-45, step 1 through step 5).
6. Connect collective control tube assembly to 3. Check swashplate tilt friction as follows:
collective lever (12) (paragraph 62-51).
a. Place swashplate inner ring horns in their

7. Connect two cyclic control tube assemblies to relative installed position (both full forward), then push
pitch horns on inner ring (14). one horn full down.
8. Install main rotor hub and blades (paragraph b. Attach a spring scale to inner ring horn
62-26) and two pitch links (paragraph 62-40). bearing. Pull spring scale perpendicular to sphere of
pivot sleeve (disregard initial breakaway values) with
steady pull, tilt inner and outer rings (2 and 3,
9. Check rigging of collective and cyclic flight control Figure 62-22) on pivot sleeve. Record minimum and
systems (Chapter 67). maximum scale readings.
10. Do a swashplate tilt friction check 10 to 25 flight c. The load to tilt the rings on the sleeves should
hours after installation (Chapter 5). range between 15 and 32 pounds (67 to 142 N) in all
positions checked. The minimum and maximum
values in all positions checked must be within
62-47. SWASHPLATE FRICTION 4.0 pounds (18 N). If minimum is 25 pounds (111 N),
ADJUSTMENT maximum must not exceed 29 pounds (129 N).
NOTE
MATERIALS REQUIRED
Repeat checks several times to ensure
Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications. accurate values are obtained.
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE d. If tilt preload values are not within limits, adjust
friction per step 4. If values are within limits, proceed
C-204 Epoxy Polyamide to step 6.
Primer
C-405 Lockwire 4. Adjust swashplate and support friction as follows:
a. Cut and remove lockwire from eight bolts (5)

securing bearing (4), shims (7), and inner cap (8).
Remove eight bolts and washers (6).
b. Remove bearing (4) and laminated shims (7).
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1. Mast 2
2. Bolt
3. Washer
UNUtHGUTFUR
4.
5.
Spacer
Idler lever
ALIGNMENT -
MAST
KU TAI LU 1-UK ULAKI I Y
6. Nut
2
7. Washer
8. Washer
9. Nut
10. Spherical bearing
11. Idler link
12. Teflon bushing
13. Collar set
14. Bolt
15. Washer
16. Clamp
17. Boot
18. Nut
19. Washer
20. Lockwire
SEE DETAIL A
CAP
SWASHPLATE
OUTER RING
ftsr 20
----I ra
-.J
WNW-i
INSTALLATION
OF BOOT
DETAIL A
2061-4-M-62-20
Figure 62-20. Swashplate drive assembly
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WEAR POINTS -J 0.025 INCH (0.635 mm) AXIAL LOOSENESS

2 PLACES
0.010 INCH (0.254 mm) AXIAL
6-1
BEARING
OR RADIAL PLAY
SPRING SCALE
SPHERICAL BEARINGS
0.010 INCH (0.254 mm)
MAXIMUM AXIAL AND
RADIAL PLAY (6 PLACES)
2061-4-M-62-21
Figure 62-21. Swashplate friction and inspection
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1. Collective lever
2. Inner ring
3. Outer ring
4. Bearing
5. Bolt
6. Washer
7. Shim
8. Inner cap
fns
9. Support
206L4-M-62-22
Figure 62-22. Swashplate friction adjustment
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the initial 24 to 32 pounds (106.75 to

NOTE 142.34 N) friction, it will permit
Tungsten carbide uniballs do not require tilt readjustment after the initial 10 to 25 hours
friction set to maximum value. of operation by simply retorquing the eight
bolts to maintain the friction. Do not exceed
c. To increase tilt friction, remove shim 70 inch-pounds (7.91 Nm) torque.
laminations equally. Set load between 15 and
32 pounds (67 and 142 N). f. Place countersunk side of washers (6) next to
heads of bolts (5). Tighten bolts evenly until a final
d. To decrease tilt friction, add shim laminations torque of 50 to 70 inch-pounds (5.65 to 7.91 Nm) is
equally to set load between 15 and 32 pounds (67 and attained.
142 N). Bond loose shims together with a wet spray
coat of epoxy polyamide primer (C-204) during g. Verify friction (step 3). If required, repeat
installation. adjustment procedure.
e. Install new assembled shims (7) with one coat h. Secure heads of bolts (5) together with
of epoxy polyamide primer (C-204), and install lockwire (C-405).
bearing (4).
5. Assemble components (paragraph 62-46).
NOTE
6. Do a swashplate tilt friction check 10 to 25 hours
If bolts (5) are torqued to the minimum after adjustment (Chapter 5). Readjust to within limits,
torque of 50 inch-pounds (5.7 Nm) to obtain if required.
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COLLECTIVE LEVER AND LINK
62-48. COLLECTIVE LEVER AND LINK. 3. Inspect four teflon faced bushings (12) on
r0"00
link (13) for fabric looseness or teflon
The collective lever and link is located on the penetration. If teflon fabric fibers are
lower front mounting surface of the beginning to fray or fabric is loose or
<'0(O
swashplate support. The collective lever and damaged, replace bushings (BHT-206L-
BHT-206L-
N'0
(n-
3'-C)
link assembly move the pivot sleeve vertically CR&O).
CR&O
on the swashplate support to change the pitch
3"w
angle of both the main rotor blades. 4. Inspect spherical bearing (14) in collective
-(D
lever (15) for axial play. To be acceptable,
62-49. REMOVAL.
axial play of spherical bearing shall not
exceed 0.010 inch (0.254 mm).
1. Cut and remove lockwire from screws (7,
figure 62-23). Remove screws (7), washers
figure 62-23
5. With collective lever (15) assembled and
installed on swashplate, check for the
°_'
(8), and pins (6).
following:
2. Remove nut (19), washers (4), and bolt
(5). a. Move collective lever (15) up and down;
the movement of pivot sleeve (1) on support
(2) should be smooth without binding. If
W3(0
3. Remove nut (16), washers (10), and bolt
(9) binding is evident, repair or overhaul
swashplate and support as required (BHT-BHT-
4. C-405 through
Insert loop of lockwire (C-405) 206L-CR&O).
206L-CR&O
spacers (11) and link (13) to prevent their
b. Inspect for excessive clearance
Oa)
loss or mixing.
between collective lever (15) and pivot sleeve
X^+
(St
(1). Also, inspect for excessive clearance
c
62-50. INSPECTION AND REPAIR. between link (13), collective lever (15), and
U._
support (2). If clearance is excessive, replace
C^N
U)'
as-(D
bushings (3, 12, and 18), or bushings (17) in
NOTE collective lever as required (BHT-206L-
BHT-206L-
For detailed inspection and repair CR&O).
CR&O
-ON
procedures, refer to BHT-206L-

BHT-206L-
C)-
CR&O manual.
CR&O 62-51. INSTALLATION.
1. Visually inspect collective lever (15, figure
figure
L()
1. Apply a light film of corrosion preventive

62-23)
62-23
C-101 to outside diameter of pins
compound (C-101)
(6, figure 62-23) and outside diameter of
figure 62-23
C-423
a. Using abrasive cloth or paper (C-423), spacers (111).
polish out acceptable damage and blend into
surrounding surface. 2. Ensure spacers (11) are installed in link
(13) and position in collective lever (15).
b. Coat all repaired areas with chemical
Secure with bolt (9), washers (10), and nut
C-100 (BHT-ALL-SPM).
film material (C-100) BHT-ALL-SPM
E
(16). Torque nut (16) 95 to 110 inch-pounds

(10.73 to 12.43 newton-meters).
c. BHT-
Prime and paint repaired areas (BHT-
E-_
ALL-SPM
ALL-SPM).
3. Ensure word TOP embossed on collective
(/)
2. Inspect all parts for evidence of excessive lever (15) is up, and position collective (15)
wear (BHT-206L-CR&O).
BHT-206L-CR&O
on support (2) and pivot sleeve (1).
4. Attach link (13) to support (2) with bolt

(5), washers (4), and nut (19). Torque nut
.,..
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1.Pivot sleeve
2. Support
3. Bushing
4. Washer
5. Bolt
5-2.
6. Pin
7. Screw
8. Washer
9. Bolt
10. Washer
11. Spacers
12. Bushing
13. Link
14. Spherical bearing
15. Collective lever
16. Nut
17. Bushing
18. Bushing
19. Nut
15
PIN INSTALLATION
DETAIL A COLLECTIVE LEVER AND LINK
DETAIL B
206L4-M-62-23
Figure 62-23. Collective lever
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(19) 95 to 110 inch-pounds (10.73 to 12.43 5. Remove nuts (18), washers (19 and 15),
,C+
newton-meters). and bolts (14). Grasp collar set halves and
slide off of splines of mast (1). Slight tapping
5. Align collective lever (15) with bushings with a plastic or rawhide mallet is permitted.
(3) in pivot sleeve (1), and install pins (6).
Secure pins (6) with screws (7) and washers 6. Separate idler lever (5) from idler link (11)
(8). Torque screws (7) 20 to 25 inch-pounds by removing nut (9), washers (3), spacers (4),
(2.26 to 2.82 newton-meters) and secure to and bolt (2).
C-405
collective lever (15) with lockwire (C-405).
6. Check collective lever (15) for freedom of

NOTE
movement and connect collective control tube Hardware for idler lever (5) is the
Chapter 67
assembly (Volume 8, Chapter 67). same at both ends.
7. Cut and remove lockwire (20, detail A)
62-52. SWASHPLATE DRIVE
from boot (17). Work boot from around cap on
ASSEMBLY.
The swashplate drive assembly consists of a outer ring and remove.
collar set, an idler link, and an idler lever. The
collar set is attached to the mast and the idler 62-54. INSPECTION AND REPAIR.
+-'
link is attached to the outer ring of the

swashplate. The idler lever connects between
the collar set and the idler link. NOTE
For detailed inspection and repair
62-53. REMOVAL. procedures, refer to BHT-206L-
BHT-206L-
CR&O manual.
CR&O
1. Remove main rotor hub and blades
(paragraph 62-22) if boot (17, figure
paragraph 62-22 62-20) is
figure 62-20 1. Inspect spherical bearing in idler link (11,
paragraph 62-43 figure 62-20). If inner ball portion of bearing
figure 62-20
3'0
to be replaced (paragraph 62-43).
can be moved 0.010 inch (0.254 mm) or
2. Loosen clamp (16), and slip boot (17) more, axially or radially, replace idler link
from lower flange of collar set (13). (11), or replace bearing (BHT-206L-CR&O).
BHT-206L-CR&O
3. Remove nut (6), washers (7 and 8), and

2. Visually inspect collar set (13) for
idler link (11) from stud on swashplate outer cracking or permanent deformation, especially
f'''n
.-O
ring. Remove or secure washer (8) on stud for the area adjacent to undercut in rear collar
future use. half. Inspect for heavy scoring, threading, and
pitting of bolt holes, splines, and bushings.
3. Inspect boot (17) for cuts, tears, and((DD
WARNING deterioration.
4. With collar set (13), idler lever (5), and

-42
NEVER ATTEMPT TO REMOVE OR idler link (11) fully assembled and installed on
INSTALL BOLT (2) BETWEEN
r=>
mast (1), accomplish the following inspection:

IDLER LEVER (5) AND COLLAR
SET (13) BEFORE LOOSENING a. Check parts for security and that bolts
NUTS (18) OR USE FORCE FOR (2) cannot be rotated by hand.
EITHER REMOVAL OR
INSTALLATION. (SLIGHT TAPPING b. Without removal, look for metal-to-
WITH PLASTIC OR RAWHIDE metal contact between idler lever (5), idler
MALLET IS PERMITTED.) link (11), and collar set (13). Metal-to-metal
contact is an indication that the teflon bearing
4. Loosen nuts (18). Remove nut (9), pad on bushing in idler lever (5) has worn
washers (3), spacers (4), and bolt (2).
Remove idler lever (5) and idler link (11).
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through or is loose, or that a bushing has IDLER LEVER (5) AND COLLAR
D=<
Z00>=
broken. SET (13) BEFORE LOOSENING
NUTS (18) OR USE FORCE FOR
cc)
E T H ER R E M O V A L O R
I
NOTE INSTALLATION. (SLIGHT TAPPING
Temporarily mark idler lever (5) WITH PLASTIC OR RAWHIDE
000-0
MALLET IS PERMITTED.)
making it possible to determine
0'O
which side of the idler lever had 3. Fasten the two halves of the collar set
gyp
^,,
been up and which end was (13) together around mast (1). Install two
(no
0
outboard. Disassembly inspection is
=;'O
also required if there is a visual >+L bolts (14) with heads on the same side of the
indication of metal-to-metal scoring collar set as idler lever (5). Position two
cps
Q3'3
washers (15) under head of bolts (14) and
om'
of bushings in collar set (13), idler
.cam
insert through collar set (13). Position one
Q(D
lever (5), or idler link (11).
L()
washer (19) on shank of bolts (14), and

loosely install nuts (18).
(1)
c. If metal-to-metal scoring has occurred,
0
replace all four bushings in idler lever (5), and 4. Slide collar set (13, figure 62-20) to
figure 62-20
two bushings in idler link (11) undercut splines on mast (1). Align undercut
on collar set rear half with undercut on mast.
Compress collar set with hand pressure and
(t)
NOTE
firmly move collar set to fully engage all
(D3
O)0
Replacement of worn bushings is splines (figure 62-24). Verify proper spline
figure 62-24
.-F
'-S
(D0
recommended, since it is difficult to engagement and alignment by visually

03(0
determine how much wear has sighting through bolt hole, then carefully
occurred on each side, once idler insert bolt (2, figure 62-20) through collar set
figure 62-20
Qom
(t)-
lever (5) has been rotated. (13) to ensure proper positioning of undercut
,.«
Additionally, there is less chance of grooves. If required, reposition collar set (13)
.-F
n'0"CD
unscheduled replacements between until all splines are fully engaged and bolt (2)
100 Hour Inspection intervals. can be installed.
(t)
d. If bushings in idler lever (5) idler link 5. After proper alignment of collar set (13),
_70
(11), or collar set (13) require replacement, position idler lever to collar set (13) and
...
(t)
refer to BHT-206L-CR&O
BHT-206L-CR&O manual. carefully install bolt (2) with washers (3),
spacers (4), and nut (9). Install bolt (2) with
head in direction of main rotor rotation.
62-55. INSTALLATION. Torque nut (9) 100 to 140 inch-pounds (11.30
to 15.82 newton-meters). Evenly torque nuts
1. If not previously accomplished, clean all (18) 50 to 70 inch-pounds (5.65 to 7.91
foreign material from top surface of newton-meters).
swashplate and support with a clean dry
cloth. Install boot (17, figure 62-20) and clamp
figure 62-20 C-307 around
6. Apply a bead of adhesive (C-307)
top inside edge surface of collar set (13). Fill
N_'
(16) over mast (1).

gap that may exist between collar set halves
C-307
with adhesive (C-307).
1AA
2. Check to ensure collar set (13) is a

matched serial numbered set. The set Insert idler link (11) in idler lever (5), and
7.
numbers are vibro-etched on top edge or near
install and secure with bolt (2), washers (3),
bolt holes.
spacers (4), and nut (9). Torque nut (9) 100
to 140 inch-pounds (11.30 to 15.82 newton-
meters).
WARNING
NEVER ATTEMPT TO REMOVE OR

INSTALL BOLT (2) BETWEEN
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206L4-M-62-24
Figure 62-24. Collar set alignment
................. FIGURE62-24
FIGURE 62-24, SEE FIGURE 62-20)
FIGURE 62-20
'CAUTION' AND SERRATIONS MUST BE
PROPERLY ALIGNED AND
ENGAGED AS SHOWN.
WASHERS (8) ARE THE SAME ATTACHING HARDWARE MUST BE
SIZE AND MUST BE INSTALLED REINSTALLED AS ILLUSTRATED
M,0
ON EACH SIDE OF SELF- 62-20.

FIGURE 62-20
IN FIGURE
ALIGNING BEARING IN IDLER
LINK (11). 9. Position top of boot (17) next to lower
1Q(0
`(n0
side of collar set (13), and secure with clamp

8. Install small washer (8) on stud of C-405
(16). Secure clamp (16) with lockwire (C-405).
swashplate outer ring. Position self-aligning Position lower end of boot around swashplate
0)r
bearing of idler link (11) on stud, and install outer cap (detail A, figure 62-20). Secure
figure 62-20
another small washer (8), large washer (7), lower end of boot with one strand of lockwire
and nut (6). Torque nut (6) 150 to 165 inch- C-447
("0
(C-447).
.a)
pounds (16.95 to 18.65 newton-meters).
.................
CAUTION
COLLAR SET AND MAST

UNDERCUT (NOT VISIBLE IN
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MAIN ROTOR HUB AND BLADE DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY
62-56. MAIN ROTOR HUB AND BLADE 2. Loosen nut (13, figure 62-25) on trailing
figure 62-25
DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY. edge side of blade (8) and rotate latch (14) to
horizontal position.
62-57. DISASSEMBLY.
NOTE
SPECIAL TOOLS REQUIRED Identify and/or color code blade
coo
>,T
bolts (1), grips (3), and main rotor
blades (8) to ensure installation in
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE same location as removed.
Figure 62-10
Figure 62-10 Main rotor grip holding
3. Remove nut (7) and washer (6) from
0
o+.
workaid (2 ea.)
blade bolt (1).
Figure 62-10
Figure 62-10 T-handle workaid (2
ea.)
O'.
Figure 62-27
Figure 62-27 Blade support CAUTION
.................
ENSURE MAIN ROTOR HUB AND

OPPOSITE BLADE IS SUPPORTED
CAUTION DURING REMOVAL OF BLADES.
. I................ I KEEP BLADE AT NORMAL
DO NOT ALLOW MAIN ROTOR
PRECONE ANGLE DURING
REMOVAL FROM GRIP.
GRIPS OR YOKE TO ROTATE ON
=70
PITCH CHANGE AXIS. IF GRIP OR 4. Remove bolt (1) and remove blade (8).
YOKE IS ALLO WED TO ROTATE Remove opposite main rotor blade in same
ON PITCH CHANGE AXIS BEYOND
om=
manner.
E
90 DEGREES, MAIN ROTOR GRIP

RETENTION STRAP/S SHALL BE
REPLACED. SECURE MAIN 62-58. ASSEMBLY.
ROTOR BLADE GRIP PITCH
HORNS TO YOKE WITH MAIN
SOS
-1'.
ROTOR GRIP HOLDING WORKAID CAUTION

(2 EA.), T-HANDLE WORKAID (2
C-405
EA.) OR LOCKWIRE (C-405).
DO NOT ALLOW MAIN ROTOR
00U
1. Place main rotor hub and blade assembly

/cu

on a work stand figure 62-27. Support main
figure 62-27 PITCH CHANGE AXIS. IF GRIP OR
rotor blades at normal precone angle. YOKE IS ALLOWED TO ROTATE
--iKzO

CAUTION RETENTION STRAP/S SHALL BE
................. REPLACED. SECURE MAIN
DO NOT CHANGE POSITION OF HORNS TO YOKE WITH MAIN
ROTOR GRIP HOLDING WORKAID
::E
Opt
NUTS (13, FIGURE 62-25) ON

FIGURE 62-25
LEADING EDGE SIDE OF MAIN (2 EA.), T-HANDLE WORKAID (2
ROTOR BLADES (8). NUTS (13) C-405
DETERMINE ALIGNMENT OF
BLADES.
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1. Loosen blade latch nuts (13, figure 62-25,

figure 62-25 Nm). Wipe off any excess corrosion
,.+
W0"
detail A) on trailing edge side of main rotor C-304
preventive compound using solvent (C-304).
hub and turn blade latch (14) to horizontal
position. paragraph 62-60
9. Align main rotor blades (paragraph 62-60
62-61
or 62-61).
Clean blade retention bolt holes, recesses
o320
2.
Boa
0a'.
in the inboard tang faces of the grips (3), paragraph
10. Balance main rotor blades (paragraph
bushings (2), and blade bolts (1) with solvent 62-63
62-63).
C-304
(C-304).
62-59. BLADE ALIGNMENT.
3. Apply corrosion preventive compound (C- C-
0.4)
c+'
104
104) to blade bolt holes and grip pads (10)
filling recesses between grip pads and bolt 62-60. Alignment - scope method.
hole edges. Apply a generous coating to grip
bushing (2), including bolt holes and flanges,
..O

buffer pads (5), and shank of blade bolt (1).
.................
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
CAUTION T100220 Sling
Scope assembly
o
T101401
ENSURE MAIN ROTOR HUB AND
Support assembly
o
OPPOSITE BLADE IS SUPPORTED T101532
DURING INSTALLATION OF T101576 Balance set
BLADES. KEEP BLADE AT
NORMAL PRECONE ANGLE Adapter
(f)
T101544
DURING INSTALLATION IN GRIP.
Figure 62-10
Figure 62-10 T-handle workaid (2
4. Using sufficient personnel to hold and ea.)
,.+
a`)
(-0
align main rotor blade to grip, install main

000
Figure 62-10
Figure 62-10 Main rotor grip holding
D))
rotor blade (8) into grip (3) and insert blade
(_D
bolt (1). Install opposite blade in same workaid (2 ea.)

manner.
E
Figure 62-27
Figure 62-27 Blade support
5. Clean corrosion preventive compound

0
from threads of bolts (1).

O'.
CAUTION
6. Install washers (6) and nuts (7) on blade
ova,
.................
bolts (1). Torque nuts (7) 274 to 340 ft.lbs.
-4N
P')
(371.5 to 461.0 Nm). DO NOT ALLOW MAIN ROTOR

PITCH CHANGE AXIS. IF GRIP OR
NOTE YOKE IS ALLOWED TO ROTATE
If blade change is being ON PITCH CHANGE AXIS BEYOND
accomplished, do not torque nuts (7 90 DEGREES, MAIN ROTOR GRIP
and 13). Main rotor blade alignment RETENTION STRAP/S SHALL BE
and static balance are required first. REPLACED. SECURE MAIN
<0a2

00-1
7. Coat heads of bolts (1), nuts (7), and ROTOR GRIP HOLDING WORKAID
washers (6) with corrosion preventive (2 EA.), T-HANDLE WORKAID (2
C-101
compound (C-101). C-405
8. With blade latch vertical, torque blade
latch nuts (13) 75 to 95 ft.lbs. (101.7 to 128.8
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11
1. Protractor (zeroing points)
2. Trailing edge nut
NC'
3. Leading edge nut

4. Grip
5. T101401 scope assembly
6. T101532 support assembly
7. Blade bolt
8. Pitch change axis
9. Main rotor hub and blade
10. Drive screw (alignment point)
11. Pin
12. Lock
13. Adjuster
14. Base
15. Washer
16. Screw
17. Bearings
18. Yoke
19. Cap
2061-4-M-62-26
Figure 62-26. Main rotor hub and blade alignment (scope method)
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1. Main rotor blade

2. Felt padding
3. Block
4. Bracket
5. Bolt
6. Eye bolt
7. Nut
8. Skate
9. Support stand
Figure 62-27. Fabrication of main rotor blade support
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1. Ensure T-handle workaids (figure 62-10)

figure 62-10 brackets to lower surface of blocks about 3.0
3.1
are installed through pitch horn trunnion in. (76.2 mm) aft of forward end so bracket
bearings and yoke. will support block and blade pitch change
((DD
rotation axis. Orient brackets so bolt (5),
2. Remove flap restraint from main rotor hub which attaches brackets to eye bolt (6), will
E(0
paragraph 62-28
and blade assembly paragraph 62-28. act as a pivot point for blade pitch change
0'O
movement. Drill holes in brackets (4) to
3. Position hub and blade assembly (9, accept bolt (5) of same size as hole in eye
7C'.
figure 62-26) on a stable, level stand. The bolt. Attach brackets to blocks (3) with wood
U-0
figure 62-26
screws. Attach blocks to eye bolts with bolt
'-'
stand should be positioned directly beneath a
0
hoist in a draft free room. Stand should have (5).
a steel top, or a piece of steel plate thick
enough to resist flexing. 6. Attach a sling T100220 and raise hub and
blade assembly about one ft. (300 mm).
4. Support each main rotor blade at
approximately the preconed angle with two 7. Place two fabricated parallel supports on
stand beneath main rotor hub yoke (18, figure
figure
CC)
support stands (9, figure 62-27). Position
figure 62-27
support stands about 5 ft. (1.5 m) inboard 62-26).
62-26 Supports may be fabricated from
from blade tips. aluminum bar stock approximately 2 X 3 X 12
in. (51 X 76 X 300 mm) long or other suitable
5. Fabricate main rotor blade support stands substitutes.
(figure 62-27).
figure 62-27
8. Place base (14) on parallel supports
under hub. Orient base perpendicular to main
NOTE rotor blades. Lower main rotor hub and blade
E
(9) until hub is centered on base and rests on
Blade alignment may be more easily supports.
nn''
(J))
accomplished by use of wheeled

supports between main rotor blades 9. Install locks (12) and adjusters (13) on
O"3
Q)-0
and blade support stands (9, figure

figure base (14) with screws (16) and washers (15).
62-27). Wheeled supports will permit
62-27 Secure locks with pins (11) to bearings (17).
main rotor blades to move forward
and aft on support stands when 10. Place a bubble protractor on flat surface
sweep adjustments are made during of yoke (18). Set protractor bubble to level
blade alignment. and tighten set screw. Reposition zeroed
bubble protractor to flat machined surface on
a. Skates may be used for wheeled one grip (4) adjacent to blade bolt (7). Adjust
Ca)
supports (figure 62-27). Remove toe and heel

figure 62-27 locks (12) to set grip (4) to 0° pitch angle.
((D
attaching clamps from skates. Remove Repeat procedure on opposite grip.

.+w
adjusting bolt from center of skates and

substitute an eye bolt (6) with the eye up. Eye
bolt should extend about 1.0 in. (25.4 mm) NOTE
E
above skate. If tool requirements specified in

steps 66., 77., and 9
preceding steps 9. are
b. Fabricate two padded blocks (3) to fit
-,,
.-F
'r:
Q'0
not available, allow main rotor hub

cam
airfoil surface of blade. Blocks may be made

O)°
and blade (9) to rest on stand and

from 2 by 3 in. (50 by 76 mm) hardwood
>,0
7Q3
use machinist jack or other means to

slightly longer than chordwise dimension of position main rotor blade grips to 0°
0
blade. Shape blocks so the 3 in. (76 mm.)

6c^
0-ca
pitch angle and level.

;:w
wide surface will fit the lower surface of

blade. Fasten felt padding (2) to blocks to
0
11. Position T101532 support assembly (6,

prevent damage.
E
figure 62-26) and place T101401 telescope

figure 62-26
assembly (5) in support assembly (6) as
c. Fabricate brackets (4) to adapt blocks shown.
(3) to eye bolts (6). Use two pieces of 1.0 in.
:-0
(25.4 mm) angle for each block. Fasten

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15. Reverse telescope on support (6). Repeat

NOTE
step 14 to check alignment on opposite blade. Blade
Make sure sleeve (T101532-9) is installed to blade difference shall not exceed 0.020 inch
on support bar. (0.51 mm).
12. Check telescope (5) for zero adjustment:

NOTE
a. Sight through telescope at a distant surface Make sure main rotor blades are not
approximately 50 feet (15.2 m) away. binding on outer support stands when
making blade sweep adjustments. If
b. Draw a straight vertical mark on surface wheeled supports are used, binding should
aligned with vertical crosshair. not occur. If wheeled supports are not used,
raise blade tips to clear outboard support
stands and lower vertically each time
c. Loosen clamp screws on telescope mount, sweep adjustments are made.
rotate telescope 180° on tube axis, and tighten
screws. 16. If main rotor blades are out of alignment as
described in step 14 and step 15, loosen nuts on blade
d. Resight to ensure vertical crosshair aligns with bolts (7). Adjust leading and trailing edge nuts (2
target line marked in substep b. and 3) by loosening one nut and tightening the other
until blades are aligned.
e. If vertical crosshair fails to align on target
mark, adjust telescope as follows: 17. Torque strap bolt nuts (2 and 3) 75 to
95 foot-pounds (101.7 to 128.8 Nm).
(1) Make a second vertical mark at new
alignment of vertical crosshair.
NOTE
(2) Make a third vertical mark midway If blades are to be balanced immediately,
between first and second vertical marks. do not torque blade bolt nuts.
(3) Adjust telescope by turning screw 18. Torque blade bolt (7) nuts 274 to 340 foot-pounds
marked L on side of telescope to align vertical (371.5 to 460.9 Nm).
crosshair on third vertical mark.
19. When blade alignment is complete, remove
(4) Loosen clamp screws on telescope telescope (5) and support (6).
mount, rotate telescope 180° on tube axis, and tighten
clamp screws. Make sure vertical crosshair aligns with 20. Balance main rotor hub and blade assembly
third vertical target mark. Repeat procedures until (paragraph 62-63).
alignment is satisfactory.
62-61. Alignment — String Method
13. Locate drive screw (10, Figure 62-26) on upper
surface of blade tip about 3.0 inches (76 mm) aft of
leading edge.
NOTE
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
Make sure each grip is positioned at 0°
pitch angle in relation to yoke (step 10). T100220 Sling
14. Sight through telescope to drive screw. Center of T101544 Adapter Set
screw head should align on vertical crosshair within
T101576 Balance Set
0.0 inch (0.0 mm) forward and 0.10 inch (2.54 mm) aft.
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SPECIAL TOOLS REQUIRED (CONT) 6. Place base (14, figure 62-26) on parallel
figure 62-26
a0-0
supports under hub yoke. Position base
perpendicular to blades. Lower hub and blade
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE until it rests on base (14).
Figure 62-10
Figure 62-10 T-handle workaid
o
Install locks (12) and adjusters (13) from
^.+
°c,`.
(2ea.) 7.
(c1
T101544 set on base (14) with screws (16)
.-«
(C)
Blade support and washers (15). Secure locks with pins (11)
to bearings (17).
8. Place a bubble protractor on flat surface

CAUTION of yoke (14, figure 62-28).
figure 62-28 Set bubble to level
and tighten set screw. Reposition zeroed
.+a
.................
protractor to flat machined surface on one
.-+
DO NOT ALLOW MAIN ROTOR grip (8) adjacent to blade bolt (5). Adjust
-D1000
000
,-r
GRIPS OR YOKE TO ROTATE ON locks (12, figure 62-26) to set grip (8, figure
figure 62-26 figure
3+.
PITCH CHANGE AXIS. IF GRIP OR 62-28 to 0° pitch angle. Repeat procedure on
62-28)
AO)
YOKE IS ALLOWED TO ROTATE opposite grip.
m=0
NOTE
z
RETENTION STRAP/S SHALL BE
REPLACED. SECURE MAIN If tool requirements specified in
07"0-
steps 66., 7.,

preceding steps 8 are
7 and 8.
wow
not available, allow hub and blade to

ROTOR GRIP HOLDING WORKAID rest on stand and use machinist jack
(2 EA.), T-HANDLE WORKAID (2 or other means to position main
EA.) FIGURE 62-10) OR
FIGURE 62-10
rotor blade grips to 00 pitch angle
C-405
LOCKWIRE (C-405). and level.
1. Ensure T-handle workaids (figure 62-10)
figure 62-10
9. Remove caps (4, figure 62-28) from both
figure 62-28
is installed through pitch horn trunnion
blade bolts (5).
bearings and yoke.
cps
10. Locate drive screws (1) on upper surface
C
2. Position hub and blade on a stable, level
of blades (2) at tip end and about 3.0 in. (76.2
stand. The stand should be positioned directly mm) aft of leading edge. Attach a thin nylon
beneath a hoist in a draft free room. Stand
C-480 (3) between drive screws of
cord (C-480)
should have a steel top, or a piece of steel
can
plate thick enough to resist flexing. blades. Draw cord taut and secure in place
C-426
with tape (C-426).
3. Support each rotor blade at approximately
11. Ensure each grip (8) is positioned at
"O)
011
the plane of preconed angle with two support
step 88.).
pitch angle in relation to yoke (step
stands (9, figure 62-27). Position support
figure 62-27
stands about 5.0 ft. (1.5 m) inboard from
12. Position two small mirrors (6) on flat
3-L
blade tips. Use padded support stands or

-0O
('te°
stands suitable for use with wheeled supports machined surface of both grips. View with one
+O.
paragraph 62-60
(paragraph 62-60) eye, cord, mirror image of cord, and
alignment point (12) on blade bolts (5, figure
figure
4. Attach a sling T100220 and raise main 62-28 detail A and view A-A). When all three
62-28,
reference points are aligned, at both
0-O
((DD
rotor hub and blade assembly about 12.0 in.

(300 mm). alignment points (12) on blade bolts (5),
blades (2) are aligned.
5. Place two fabricated parallel supports on
stand beneath hub yoke. Supports may be NOTE
fabricated from aluminum bar stock
END
approximately 2 X 3 X 12 in. (51 X 76 X 300 Ensure blades are not binding on

mm) or other suitable substitutes. outer support stands when making
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K
5 ALIGNMENT POINT
(TOP EDGE OF CHAMFER
WITH CAP REMOVED)
VIEW A-A
1. Drive screw
2. Main rotor blade
3. Nylon cord
4. Cap
5. Blade bolt
6. Mirror
7. Leading edge nut
8. Grip
9. Pitch horn
61.:
10. Bearing
11. Trunnion
12. Alignment point
13. Trailing edge nut
14. Yoke
206L4-M-62-28
Figure 62-28. Main rotor hub and blade alignment (string method)
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B HT-206L4-M M-fi
blade sweep adjustments. If PITCH CHANGE AXIS. IF GRIP OR

wheeled supports are used, binding YOKE IS ALLOWED TO ROTATE
should not occur. If wheeled ON PITCH CHANGE AXIS BEYOND
supports are not used, raise blade 90 DEGREES, MAIN ROTOR GRIP
tips to clear outboard support stands RETENTION STRAP/S SHALL BE
0-C
and lower vertically each time sweep REPLACED. SECURE MAIN
adjustments are made. ROTOR BLADE GRIP PITCH
blades are not aligned as described ROTOR GRIP HOLDING WORKAID
C'3
13. If in
step 12., loosen nuts and washers on bottom (2 EA.), T-HANDLE WORKAID (2
070o
of blade bolts (5). Adjust leading or trailing FIGURE 62-10
EA.) FIGURE 62-10 OR LOCKWIRE
0
edge nuts (7 and 13), by loosening one and C-405

(C-405).
tightening the other until main rotor blades
^_'.
are aligned. 0
NOTE
14. Torque nuts (7 and 13) 75 to 95 ft.lbs. Main rotor hub and blade static
(101.7 to 128.8 Nm). balance shall be accomplished in a
draft free area with T101544 adapter
NOTE set and T101576 balance set (figure
figure
62-29).
62-29 Balancing is required after
If blades are to be balanced alignment.
immediately, do not torque blade
CD
bolt nuts at this time. Ensure grips and yoke are secured with
-0°
1.
0
T-handle workaids (figure 62-10 to prevent
figure 62-10
15. Torque nuts on blade bolts (5) 274 to rotation.
-CO (TI
340 ft.lbs. (371.5 to 461.0 Nm).

O,)
2. Align main rotor hub and blade

ash
16. Balance main rotor hub and blade paragraph 62-60
(paragraph 62-61
62-60 or 62-61).
_0w
paragraph 62-63
(paragraph 62-63).
3. Place stand assembly (12, figure
figure 62-29
62-29)
--i.
on level reinforced work stand of table.
62-62. STATIC BALANCING.
NOTE
62-63.Static balance - Bell Helicopter
equipment. Main rotor hub and blade assembly
>+a
shall be removed from stand
assembly each time sweep
adjustments are made. It is
recommended to drill three small
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE holes about 0.1275 in. (3.17 mm)
mom
000,3
deep in metal covering of table to

T100220 Sling accommodate the three legs of
(n0
stand assembly. The legs of stand

T101544 Adapter set will act as dowels to prevent shifting
.,_
T101576 Balance set of stand and possible changes in

level when hub and blade is
removed for sweep adjustments.
'CAUTION' 4. Index position of stand (12) to work stand

(0A
or table. Position plate (14) on stand (12).

Place bulls-eye level (1) on plate (14) and
-Q1
CAD
DO NOT ALLOW MAIN ROTOR adjust screws (13) and nuts to achieve a level
-oz
GRIPS OR YOKE TO ROTATE ON condition. Remove level and plate (14).
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NOTE
Index parts 1, 4, 8, 11, and 12 with pencil

or ink to keep parts aligned during balance
procedures as shown. Special tools sets
T101544 and T101576 must be used in
conjunction with each other.
- T101576-3 MANDREL -------------
II
MS 134366 BALL
o )0
.111 .
DETAIL A
8
1. Bull's eye level (810550)

2. Screw (NAS1351-6-16)
3. Washer (AN960-616)
4. Plug (T101576-23)
5. Pin (MS20392-4C53)
6. Lock (T101544-7)
7. Adjuster (T101544-9)
8. Base (T101576-13)
9. Washer (AN960JD416)
10. Screw (NAS1351-4-16)
11. Mandrel (T101576-3)
12. Stand (T101576-7)
13. Screws (NAS1351-4-16) and nuts (AN316-4R)
14. Plate (T101576-19)
2061-4-M-62-29
Figure 62-29. Main rotor hub and blade static balance
62-00-00
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B HT-2061-4-M M-6
NOTE assembly (12). Ensure index marks are still

visible.
Do not allow stand assembly to
A^)'33
30D)
move relation to supporting work
in
0-0
6. Attach sling T100220 through tangs of
stand or table during static balancing both grip assemblies and raise approximately
procedure. 12.0 in. (300 mm) above stand assembly (12).
,..,.5-
(<D
Insert base (8) and mandrel assembly through
...
5. Check mandrel assembly (11) to ensure hub trunnion from lower side, orienting arms
60'
E
ball and packing are installed on balance of base perpendicular to the blades. Place
Q.=3-O
base (8) as follows: plug (4) in trunnion and secure with screw (2)
and washer (3). Carefully lower hub and
................. blade and mandrel assembly (11) on to the
CAUTION stand assembly (12).
>..
................ .
7. Place pins (5) through pitch change
CAREFULLY PLACE MANDREL bearings and install locks (6), and adjusters
3'0'
(if
ASSEMBLY ON STAND TO
C<0
(7)-
PREVENT DAMAGE TO BALL AND/
OR STAND ASSEMBLY. 8. Place an adjustable bubble protractor on
°(D
(15
machined chordwise surface of yoke. Adjust
4--
,0-.
a. Place base (8) on mandrel assembly protractor to center and lock.
6Q.-
(11) and carefully install components on stand

assembly. 9. Transfer protractor to outboard machined
°a)
0
0
surface on one blade grip adjacent to blade
C13
b. Place plug (4) on mandrel assembly
E
bolt.
(11). Do not install screw (2) and washer (3).
10. Screw adjuster (7) on lock (6) until
c. Place level (1) in recess on top of plug protractor is centered. Secure lock (6) and
(0D
(4) and check balance of components. adjuster (7) to base (8) with screw (10) and
washer (9). Transfer protractor to opposite
d. If components are in balance, index blade grip and repeat procedure.
mark the following with a pencil or ink.
11. Verify hub is serviced with grease or oil
Level (1). Chapter 12
as applicable (Chapter 12).
Plug (4). 12. Place level (1) in recess on top of plug
(Q...
(4). Check and align index marks applied to

Base (8). components (1, 4, 8, 11, and 12).
Mandrel assembly (11).
.................
Stand assembly (12). CAUTION

................ .
e. If components are out of balance, lay

small washers and a small piece of tape (C- C- DO N O T M A K E S W E E P
(c1
426 on top surface of base (8, figure

426) 62-29).
figure 62-29 ADJUSTMENTS WITH HUB AND
Attach washers with masking tape and move BLADE ASSEMBLY RESTING ON
Q67
to top surface of base to attain balance. STAND ASSEMBLY. DAMAGE TO

0(D
When components are balanced, attach STAND ASSEMBLY MAY RESULT.

3-.
washer(s) to same relative position on lower

,-.
O-0
3-0
surface of base (8). Verify correct balance DO NOT SWEEP BLADES

and index mark components in accordance FORWARD
Q((
step dd.
with step
13. Check chordwise balance. Correct
D)3
<(D
f.Remove level (1), plug (4), base (8), chordwise imbalance by sweeping one blade
-a)
and mandrel assembly (11) from stand aft.

.-.
((s
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131-IT-2061-4-MM-6
a. Cut lockwire and remove cap (4, figure

figure
2 CAUTION 62-28 with packing from blade bolt (5).
62-28)
b. Inspect interior of both blade bolts (5)

ONLY SWEEP BLADE WHEN for presence of lead weights. Use mechanical
mom
(ND
MORE THAN EIGHT WASHERS fingers to remove any weights installed.
ARE USED ON HUB. SEE
PARAGRAPH 62-15
PARAGRAPH 62-15 AND DETAIL A, c. Add lead weights to hollow shank of
FIGURE 62-762-7, OR DETAIL A,
FIGURE high blade bolt as indicated by bulls-eye level,
62-13
FIGURE62-13
FIGURE BHT-206L-CR&O
BHT-206L-CR&O until spanwise balance is achieved. Place cap
MANUAL. (4) on blade bolt each time spanwise balance
is checked.
NOTE
NOTE
Blade sweep adjustments are
sensitive. Index mark nuts (13, If balance cannot be obtained,
figure62-25
figure 62-25) and blade latches (14) recheck complete assembly
with pencil or ink before making procedure and repeat chordwise
adjustments. Loosen leading edge balance procedure.
nut on blade latch bolt and tighten
trailing edge nut an equal amount. 20. Raise hub and blade clear of stand and
3'f
3(D
(OD
"3D)
Cam
Do not exceed a maximum of three remove balance tools from hub and blades.
points on nuts (13).
14. Raise hub and blade clear of stand 62-64. Static balancing - Marvel
-D-
assembly (12, figure 62-29).

figure 62-29 equipment.
(Q'
15. Loosen nut (7, figure 62-25) on blade

figure 62-25 Static balancing of the main rotor hub and
Via)
T-0
bolt (1) of blade to be swept and make sweep blade may be accomplished with the use of
equipment from Marvel Manufacturing
.0'
adjustments. Torque nuts (13) 75 to 95 ft.lbs.

-I,
_(D
(102 to 129 Nm). Company, if desired.

...L
16. Carefully lower hub and blade on stand

assembly and recheck chordwise balance. 'CAUTIO'N'
steps 14
Repeat steps 14. and 15
15. as required to
obtain chordwise balance.
STATIC BALANCING SHALL ONLY
m>zZ
17. After obtaining chordwise balance, raise BE CONDUCTED IN ACCORDANCE TROD
OO=ZD
J-"
hub and blade clear of stand assembly. WITH MARVEL OPERATION AND
SERVICE HANDBOOK. IF THERE
18. Verify nuts (13, figure 62-25) are torqued
figure 62-25 ARE ANY QUESTIONS
75 to 95 ft.lbs. (101.7 to 128.8 Nm). Torque CONCERNING THE USE OF THIS
nuts (7) 274 to 340 ft.lbs. (371.5 to 406.9 EQUIPMENT, CONTACT THE
Nm). MANUFACTURER.
19. Carefully lower hub and blade on stand

and balance spanwise as follows:
(1)
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CHAPTER 62 - MAIN ROTOR

CONTENTS - MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

Paragraph Chapter/Section Page

Main rotor ........................................ 62-00-00 7

MAIN ROTOR HUB AND BLADES

62-21 Main rotor hub and blades ........................ 62-00-00 (n1-+

CONTENTS - MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES (Cont)

Paragraph Chapter/Section Page

MAIN ROTOR BLADES

62-31 Main rotor blades ................................. 62-00-00 45

Pitch link......................................... 62-00-00 55

62-42 Swashplate and support .......................... 62-00-00

COLLECTIVE LEVER AND LINK

Collective lever and link .......................... 62-00-00 69

MAIN ROTOR HUB AND BLADE DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY

62-56 Main rotor hub and blade disassembly/assembly 62-00-00 75

62-8 Flap restraint .........................................................

62-10 Fabrication of main rotor grip workaids ............................... 32

Fabrication of pitch horn trunnion workaid tool .......................

62-18 Pitch link ............................................................. 56

62-29 Main rotor hub and blade static balance .............................. 85

CONSUMABLE MATERIAL LIST

ACF 50 (Preferred) Commercial

Type I. Refer to text for color.

(British Spec. DTD 5580A). Refer to text for color.

Value 12 Max. (Detergent)

CONSUMABLE MATERIAL LIST (Cont)

62-1. MAIN ROTOR. transmission mount damping is incorporated

indicative of the quality of the damping. An

by the rotor or dynamic controls. Various Tracker/Balancer is very valuable in tracking

affect the absorption or damping of the vibration analysis.

existing vibrations and increase the overall

62-4. LOW FREQUENCY VIBRATION.

blade developing more lift at a given point CD+

pilots sometimes make the mistake of

between blades, resulting in blades which are

virtually identical. The minor differences which

VIBRATION. for by adjustments of trim tabs and pitch

unbalance exists and it will be necessary to

motion. Laterals existing due to an imbalance

caused by such factors as deteriorated cause annoyance to flight crew and

dependent upon the mechanic. The pilot frequency vibration.

level. If no mechanical cause of excessive 2/ High frequency vibrations can be caused by

level by rotor adjustments may be made.

Should tail rotor balance check out also, an

the rotor turning, may show up a bent shaft,

malfunction. Attempting to locate the source

sometimes be successful in localizing th e

vibrations that are specifically being watched,

particular attention is being directed to them.

engine mounts, have a surprisingly high level

the door at the skids while shaking the

of high frequency vibration and it is easy to

vibrate.) Many times skids will cause

the feel of a helicopter without excessive

skids are not a serious condition but can

is helpful in precluding erroneous

62-7. TROUBLESHOOTING. line in the same direction, this point of

Use tab bender, P/N 206-215-001-101, and

available. Additional items, such 5. Remove tab gage (2).

accelerometer, etc., must be 62-9. CORRECTING VERTICAL 1/REV IN

used. A HOVER USING OUTBOARD TABS.