TURBO— PORTER B2-H4 OVERHAUL MANUAL ORIGINAL ISSUE MAY 1 1986 PILATUS AIRCRAFT Ltd CH 6370 Stans SwitzerlandPC- PUBLICATION TRANSMITTAL LETTER Pilatus Aircraft Lid CH-6370 Stans ‘Switzerland Tel 041-636111 Fax 041-613351 Telex 866202 Cable PILATUSAIR STANS ‘TO HOLDERS OF PC-6 OVERHAUL MANUAL PC-6 Overhaul Manual REVISION 1 DATED JUN 15 /93 HIGHLIGHTS Pages which have been added or revised are given below together with the highlights of the revision. Remove and insert the affected pages as listed, Remove Insert Reason for Change Chapter 3 12 and 18 12 and 13 Details of procedure for sleeves with ste! nut added 181021 181021 Details of procedure for sleeves with stee! nut added Record of Record incorporation Revisions Sheet of TL1 and date of incorporation. 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Manual Breakdown The manual is divided into chapter as follows: - Chapter 1 - Aircraft Heat Exchanger - Chapter 2 - Landing Flap Actuator - Chapter 3 - Stabilizer Actuator - Chapter 4 - Main Landing Gear Shock Absorber - Chapter 5 - Tail Landing Gear Shock Absorber Revisions It may be necessary for the manufacturer to amend, add or delete information and instruction's contained in this manual. To this end a revision will be issued together with a transmittal sheet, as required. A record of revisions is provided at the front of this manual; the manual holder is advised to keep this up to date. Table of Contents Each chapter is provided with its own table of contents to enable the user to locate information quickly. Contents pages are updated and reissued with revisions when appropriate. INTRODUCTION Page 1 May 01/86 0603m/2PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL, CHAPTER 1 - AIRCRAFT HEAT EXCHANGER LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES Chapter Page Date 1. - L.0.E.P May 01/86 - CONTENTS Le i May 01/86 2 May 01/86 3 May 01/86 4 May 01/86 5 May 01/86 6 May 01/86 7 May 01/86 8 May 01/86 9 May 01/86 10 May 01/86 1 May 01/86 12 May 01/86 2B May 01/86 14 May 01/86 15 May 01/86 16 May 01/86 7 May 01/86 18 May 01/86 19 May 01/86 20 May 01/86 21 May 01/86 22 May 01/86 23 May 01/86 24 May 01/86 25 May 01/86 26 May 01/86 27 May 01/86 1 - L.0.E.P. Page 1 May 01/86 0603m/3PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL, CHAPTER 1 - AIRCRAFT HEAT EXCHANGER CONTENTS Subject Description and Operation Main Features General Location Detail Removal from Aircraft Preparation Procedure Dismantling Procedure Preparation Procedure Cleaning Examination General Procedure Replacement or Repair Anti-Corrosive Treatment Reassembly Preparation Procedure Storage Instructions Installation Preparation Procedures Limits Table 1 0603m/4 NNN 10 12 12 15 16 18 18 21 24 24 27 1 - CONTENTS Page 1 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL, Main Features Diagrammatic View No. Item Item 1 | Heat exchanger casing ‘Air mixing chamber 2 | Hot air supply pipe T-shaped air duct 3 | Regulating valve Connecting rod 4 | control cable Butterfly valve 5 | Operating lever Cold air duct 6 | Regulating valve box outlet Cold air blower 7 | Regulating valve cylinder Fireproof bulkhead 8 Air distributor No. 3 engine bulkhead 9 | Sound suppressor former Chapter 1 Page 1 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL. DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION General 1. The heat exchanger is designed to relay hot air, supplied by the engine compressor, for the combined aircraft ventilation and heating system. The assembly is comprised of a rectangular box struc- ture which houses a regulating valve, an air distributor/sound sup- pressor unit and an air mixing chamber. The supply of hot air is manually regulated by a push-pull control, situated on the right- hand instrument panel in the flight compartment. Location 2. The heat exchanger assembly is installed immediately below the ventilation valve assembly, in the lower right side of the fuse- lage nose section. Each end of the assembly is supported between the fireproof bulkhead and the No. 3 engine bulkhead former. A T-shaped tubular air duct adjoins the ventilation valve assembly to the mixing chamber section. Detail (Refer to Figure 1) 3. The hot air supplied by the engine compressor enters the heat exchanger casing (1) through the supply pipe (2), which is threa- ded directly into the regulating valve (3). Control of the hot air flow is by the push-pull cable (4) attached to the operating lever (5). The operating lever is pinned to a valve cylinder (7) which ro- tates permitting the hot air to pass through the regulating valve box (6) into the air distrubutor (8). 4, The hot air then passes into the air mixing chamber (10) via the sound suppressor (9). Cold air enters the mixing chamber by means of the T-shaped air duct (11) and is automatically controlled by the operating lever connecting rod (12), which progressively opens or closes the butterfly valve (13) in the cold air duct (14). 5. In the event of a fire occurring, forward of the fireproof bulkhead, both the cold and hot air ducts gre closed by butterfly valves which are manually operated from the instrument panel shelf. These valves are spring loaded and once operated cannot be reopened in flight. chapter 1 Page 2 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL KEY TO DIAGRAM Access panel Oil cooler air outlet control rod Control cable Oil cooler air outlet duct Cowling support Outlet duct flap ou Sune Figure 2: Removal Preparation ——______! Chapter 1 Page 3 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL REMOVAL FROM AIRCRAFT Preparation (Refer to Figure 2) 6. No special tools are required for the removal of the heat exchanger from the aircraft , whichis effected as. follows: NOTE Retain all parts, nuts, washers and bolts that are removed to facilitate the heat exchanger removal. a. Disconnect the aircraft electrical supply. b, Remove the undersurface front fuseIage”’&ccess panel (1) e. Disconnect the oil cooler air outlet control rod and cable (2, 3). ad. Remove the oil cooler air outlet*duct (4). e. Tape over the control knob in the flight compartment. f. Open the right-hand rear engine cowling and support (5) &- Disconnect the electrical leads from the air blower at the quick release junctions and earthing point. Procedure (Refer to Pigure 3) T Assistance is required to complete. the following operatians. a. Remove the operating lever connecting rod (1). b. Remove the U-shaped hot air supply pipe (2). ¢. Disconnect the cold air duct clamp (3), slide rearwards towards the fireproof bulkhead (4). a. Remove the four securing screws at the T-shaped air duct base (5). Chapter 1 Page 4 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL Connecting rod Cold air duct clamp Fireproof bulkhead T-duct screws (4 off) Air duct/blower connection Cold air duct assembly Control cable clamp Heat exchanger casing Control cable Operating lever Warm air duct clamp Exchanger location bolts, washers and nuts Cold air blower U-shaped hot air supply pipe| Figure 3: Removal from Aircraft Chapter 1 Page 5 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL Remove the air duct/blower securing nuts, washers ana e. bolts (6). f. Remove the cold air ducting assembly (7). &- Disconnect the cable clamp (8) from the heat exchanger casing (9). h. Disconnect the control cable (10) from the operating lever (11). i. Disconnect the warm air duct clamp (12) and slide to- wards the fireproof bulkhead. ij. Remove the four securing nuts, washers and bolts (13) at the forward end of the heat exchanger. k, Remove the heat exchanger assembly from the aircraft for dismantling and overhaul. Completion 8. Examine the area around the heat exchanger location for any signs of hot air leaks and carry out the following operations: b, Chapter 1 Page 6 May 01/86 Blank off the cold and warm air ducting apertures. Blank off the cold air blower outlet. CAUTION Operation of the disconnected push- pull control, in the flight compart- ment, will result in the loss of a steel ball which assists in the location of the push-pull slide. Po- sition a notice on the instrument panel requesting non-operation of the warm air control and tape over the control knob.PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL Figure 4: Parts Breakdown Chapter 1 Page 7 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL, KEY TO FIGURE 4 No. Item 1 | Taper pin for Item 2 2 | Operating lever 2a | Attachment securing nut and washer 2b | Control cable attachment 2¢| Cable attachment nut and washer 3 | End plate securing screws (4 off) 4 | Fibre plate 4a| Fibre plate securing nuts and washers 5 | Spindle bracket 6 | Heat exchanger casing 7 | Hot air supply pipe Ta| Distance washer 8 | End plate 9 | Regulating valve box 10 | Air Distributor 11 | Regulating valve support bracket 12 | Glass fibre tape 13 | Sound suppressor 14 | Air distributor union/adaptor 15 | Taper pin for Item 16 16 | Extension shaft 17 | Valve box attachment bolts 17a| Valve box securing nuts and washers 18 | Regulating valve end plate 19 | Valve spring 20 | Spring retainer 21 | Valve stem 22 | Valve inlet bushing 23 | Valve outlet bushing 24 | Valve guide oa Ord Chapter 1 Page 8 May 01/86Preparation PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL, DISMANTLING PROCEDURE 9. Carry out a superficial examination throughout the dismant- ling operations and discard any item with obvious signs of irrepa- rable damage or excessive wear, noting any necessary replacements. Procedure (Refer to Figure 4) 10. No special tools are required for the dismantling operations, which are to be effected as follows: a. Regulating Valve/Air Distributor Removal qu) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) Mark the position of the operating lever, in re- lation to the end of the extension shaft, and re- move the taper pin (1). Remove the operating lever (2). Remove the end plate securing screws.(3). Remove the fibre plate securing nuts (4a) and with- draw the fibre plate (4). Separate the spindle bracket (5) from the heat exchanger casing (6). Remove the supply pipe (7), end plate (8), regula- ting valve (9) and air distributor (10) as one assembly. Remove the six rivets securing the valve support bracket (11) to the end plate. Remove the supply pipe and end plate. NOTE Measure the thickness of the supply pipe distance washer (7a) before dis- carding. This is to facilitate the Chapter 1 Page 9 May 01/86li. 12. Chapter 1 Page 10 May 01/86 bd. PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL, the correct pipe alignment angle of 20 degrees, during the reassembly operations (paragraph 27.b. (2)). (9) Remove the glass fibre tape (12) and withdraw the sound suppressor (13) from the air distributor (10) Separate the air distributor from the regulating valve by disconnecting the union (14) at the re- gulating valve outlet. Regulating Valve (1) Remove the taper pin (15) and withdraw the exten- sion shaft (16). (2) Remove the four nuts, washers and bolts (17) and separate the support bracket (11) from the valve assembly. (3) Remove the valve end plate (18) and withdraw the valve spring (19), retainer (20) and valve stem (al). (4) Remove the inlet and outlet bushings (22, 23) and withdraw the valve guide (24). ‘The remaining components are not required to be dismantled at this stage, pending further examination. CLEANING Following the dismantling operations and preliminary in- spection, thproughly clean all the regulating valve components, with the exception of the bushings. Use white spirits or an approved equivalent cleaning fluid. Dry, using filtered warm compressed air.PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL. Moauaune No. KEY TO DIAGRAM Regulating valve body valve guide Bushing (2 off) Refer to Table 1 Valve end plate for measurements Valve spring and limits. Spring retainer Valve stem Figure 5: Regulating Valve - Examination Chapter 1 Page 11 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL 13. Remove the protective coating from the exchanger casing, end plate and support brackets ih accordance with the procedures de- tailed in Chapter 12 of this manual. unt The operating lever and connecting rod should be cleaned in a separate bath to the above mentioned items, ensuring all traces of dirt and grease are removed. EXAMINATION General 15. The following procedures are to be observed throughout the complete examination of thé heat exchanger components: a. Replace any item whenever minor abrasions or surface corrosion cannot be removed by either a fine abrasive or stone. b. Replace any item that exceeds the -limits specified at Table 1. Component Inspection Procedure 16. Regulating Valve (Refer to Figure 5) a. Using a magnifying glass (at least x4), visually exa- mine all parts for corrosion or pitting. b, Check all measurements. e. Visually examine the bushings for distortion, scores or signs of overheating (discolouration). Carry out a crack test, using either magna-flux or dye penetrant crack detection kits. Chapter 1 Page 12 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL, KEY TO DIAGRAM No. Item No. Item 1 |End plate 9 |Air distributor union/adap- 2 |End plate anchor nuts tor 3 |casing location holes 10 |Mesh brazed joints 4 |Mixing chamber divider rivets|11 |Distributor tube 5 |Spindle bracket location 12 |Centre baffles 6 |w-shaped air duct attachment |13 |Location ring 7 |Welded seams 14 | Regulating valve support 8 |Spindle bracket bracket Figure 6: Casing and Air Distributor - Examination Chapter 1 Page 13 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL 1. Hot Air Supply Pipe 18. Air Visually examine for cracks, corrosion or pitting. Ensure the attachment threads are hot core-bound. Minor indentations are permitted, provided any suspect pipe passes the limitations specified at Table 1. Distributor (Refer to Figure 6) Inspect all brazed joints for security of attachment and the absence of corrosion or cracks. Ensure that all centre baffles are securely located on the distributor tube. Visually examine all baffle air holes, ensuring that they are unobstructed and free from cracks emanating at each periphery. Examine the attachment threads and location ring for security of attachment, corrosion or stretch. 1g. Heat Exchanger Casing and Brackets (Refer-to Figure 6) Chapter 1 Page 14 May 01/86 Visually examine for cracks and surface corrosion, with particular attention to all bracket holes, flanges and the riveted seam securing the air mixing chamber divider. Inspect the spindle bracket for surface corrosion or pitting, with particular attention to the brazed joints of the location bolts. Examine the spindle bracket bolt attachment threads for core-binding or stretch. Examine the regulating valve support bracket, with par- ticular attention to the formed ends.PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR Replacement 20. Replace all items that do not pass examination. In addition replace the following parts at each overhaul. (Refer to Figure 4) a. Tape, fibre glass (12). b. Sound Suppressor (13). ¢. Taper pins (1)(15). a. Hot air pipe distance washer (7a). @. Asbestos jointing (air ducting attachments in the fuse~ lage nose section). f, Bolts, washers and nuts as required. ai. The following lubricants, miscellaneous fluids and compounds are used in the overhaul and installation of the heat exchanger: a. Hermatite jointing compound. b. Grease, XG-276. ¢. Anti-corrosive treatments and coatings, specified in this manual, Chapter 12. Repairs 22. All repairs requiring riveting, bronze or aluminium welding must be carried out in accordance with aircraft maintenance regula- tions. 23. The interchange of components is permitted provided that all parts, with previous operational life, are within the specified limits at Table 1. Chapter 1 Page 15 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL ANTI-CORROSIVE TREATMENT 24, Inmediately following the examination of the heat ex- changer components repeat the cleaning operations detailed at para- graphs 12, 13 and 14, 25. Carry out the following anti-corrosive treatment, with re- ference to Chapter 12 of this manual. Regulating valve (excluding the inlet Cadmium plating and outlet bushings) Heat exchanger casing and. valve bracket Alodine 1200 Spindle bracket No treatment Air distributor No treatment Chapter 1 Page 16 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL \ Heematins KEY TO DIAGRAM z 6 Item Valve inlet bushing Valve outlet bushing Valve guide Valve stem Valve spring retainer Valve spring Valve end plate Regulating valve box @a|Attachment bolts 8b|Attachment nuts and washers 9 |Valve support bracket 10 |End plate 11 |Extension shaft 12 |Taper pin for Item 11 eau FUR Figure 7: Reassembly Details - 13 |Air Distributor Regulating Valve/Air Distributor 14 |Valve outlet 15 |Hot air supply pipe 15a|Distance washer 16 |Sound suppressor 17 |Glass fibre tape Chapter 1 Page 17 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL REASSEMBLY Preparation 26. The heat exchanger is reassembled without the use of special tools, however, two templates are.required during the reassembly ope- rations, to assist in the subsequent installation. The specifications for these templates are given at figure 10. Procedure aT, Reassembly the heat exchanger in the following sequence of operations: a.. Regulating Valve (Refer to Figure 7) (2) (2) G) cay (5) (6) Chapter 1 Page 18 May 01/86 Fit the bushings (1, 2) into the valve box inlet and outlet, ensuring that no burrs or scores occur during fitment. Fit the valve guide (3) into the valve box and check that the air passages align correctly. Fit the valve stem (4), ensuring that the spindle is entered correctly and that rotation within the valve guide is smooth and unobstructed. Fit the spring retainer (5) into the valve stem head and locate the valve spring (6) over the re- tainer spigot. Apply a light coating of hermatite jointing com- Pound to the valve end plate (7) and fit the end plate to the valve box (8), ensuring: (a) Correct alignment of the valve stem travel stop slot. (b) Correct spring location by the central lip on the end plate. Assemble the valve support bracket (9) to the heat exchanger end plate (10).PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL Diegrem 1. ‘The hot air supply pipe 20° angle is obtained by inereasing or decreasing the thickness of the washer vhich is fitted between the pipe and the regulating valve inlet. Figure $$ A $$$ DIAGRAM 1. MOTE: To facilitate tha reassembly ofthe air distributor light tay using a vooden mallet or hide-faced hamer, around the locating 8: ring periphery, are permitted to increase ‘the diemetric clearan- cee DIAGRAM 2 Reassembly Details - Hot Air Supply and Air Distributor Chapter 1 Page 19 May 01/86b. Completion 28. Chapter 1 Page 20 May 01/86 PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL (7) Fit the regulating valve assembly to the support bracket, ensuring the valve stem spindle is free to rotate in.the bracket centre hole. (8) Align the tapered assembly holes of the extension shaft (11) with the valve stem spindle and secure, using the taper pin (12). (9) Loosely attach the spindle bracket over the ex- tension shaft. Regulating Valve/Air Distributor (Refer to Figure 7) (1) Fit the air distributor(13) to the regulating valve outlet(14), ensuring that the union is fully en- gaged. : (2) Fit the hot air supply pipe(15) through the end plate(10) and into the reguiating valve inlet using the distance washer(15a) to obtain the cor- rect assembly angle of 20 degrees. (Refer to para- graph 10.a. (8) and figure 8, Diagram 1). (3) Fit the sound suppressor(16) to the air distribu- tor/regulating valve assembly and rebind the com- plete unit, using glass fibre tape (17). Assemble the regulating valve/air distributor to the heat exchanger casing as follows: a. Fit the supply pipe/end plate/regulating valve/air distributor assembly to the heat exchanger box, ensuring engagement of the distributor tube with the air mixing chamber location ring (Refer to Figure 8, diagram 2) and engage the pivot bracket. Secure the end plate to the heat exchanger casing, using the four securing screws. Fit the fibre plate to'the spindle bracket assembly bolts, ensuring that the extension shaft is free to rotate.PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL d. Fit the operating lever to the extension shaft, ensu- ving correct alignment of the taper assembly holes and assembly marks. Secure, using a taper pin. STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS 29. The following storage instructions are only applicable whenever the heat exchanger is not installed into the aircraft imme- diately following the overhaul. Short Term Storage 30. The short term storage preparation is as follows: a. Procedure (1) Seal all air passage outlets, using either poly- thene sheet or greaseproof paper and-tape. (2) Protect all corners and protusions, using either wood or rubber blocks. (3) Place. the assembly in a suitable airtight con- tainer, e.g. polythene bag. (4) Seal the. container and attach an identification label stating: (a) Serviceability. (b) Date of overhaul. (c) Packing date (d) Date due for inspection whilst in storage. b. Periodicity The short term periodicity for & heat ex- changer, packed as described at paragraph 30.a., is. 6 months in temperate climates or 3 months in tropical areas. After this period, remove the assembly from the Chapter 1 Page 21 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL container and proceed as follows: (1) Examine for signs of damage or moisture deposits. (2) Check that the spindle movement is free by moving the operating lever through the full traverse. If satisfactory, repack the assembly-as described at paragraph 30.a., amending the inspection dates as ap- propriate. Long Term Storage 31. The long term storage preparation is as follows: a. Chapter 1 Page 22 May 01/86 Procedure (1) Carry out the operations detailed at paragraph 30.a. (1), (2) and (3) including at least one pound of an approved desiccant, e.g. Silica Gel crystals. (2) Seal the container and attach an identification dpe stating the requirements at paragraph 30.a. a). (3) Place the container in a packing box and wedge to prevent any movement. (4) Place at least 1 1b. of an approved desiccant around the assembly and seal the packing box, repeating the identification details on the outside. Periodicity The long term storage periodicity for a heat exchanger, packed as described at paragraph 3l.a. is 2 years in temperate climates or 6 months in tropical areas. After this period the heat exchanger is to be un- pacees aed examined as detailed at paragraph 30.b. (1) and (2).PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL Fire proof Bulkheaé———> tT | bd 4 KEY TO DIAGRAM No. Item a] Heat exchanger casing Operating lever Control cable clamp Push-pull control cable Regulating valve extension shaft sun NOTE: The push-pull control cable is assembled to the operating lever under a slight tension, by moving the operating lever towards the fireproof bulkhead before fully tightening the securing nut. Figure 9: Control Cable Fitment Chapter 1 Page 23 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL INSTALLATION Preparation 32. Remove any protective wrapping from the heat exchanger and the air ducting in the installation bay. Additionally, ensure that the aircraft power supply is disconnected. Procedure 33. The heat exchanger is installed in the following sequence of operations: Ee a. Position the heat exchanger, as shown at figure 3, and fit the securing bolts, washers and nuts. + Renew the asbestos jointing at the warm air duct coup- ling and fit the securing clamp. ce. (Refer to Figure 9). Fit the control cable clamp (3), ensuring a control cable run of 10 degrees angled up from the horizontal. d. Fit the T-shaped air ducting assembly to the heat ex- changer, air blower and cold air duct, ensuring that the asbestos jointing is renewed. e. (Refer to Figure 3). Fit the operating lever connecting rod (1) to the butterfly valve and regulating valve levers. f. Connect the push-pull control cable to the operating lever, ensuring the control knob on the. instrument panel is in the fully closed position. Simultaneously ensure that the extension shaft slot is vertical, visible at the operating lever centre, Before tighten- ing the securing nut apply a slight tension to the control cable by moving the operating lever along the inner control cable, towards the fireproof bulkhead. (Refer to Figure 9). Chapter 1 Page 24 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL, Completion 34. Remove the tape from the control knob in the flight compart- ment and operate the push pull control. Check that the operation is smooth, full and free. Additionally, check that the steel ball has not been dislocated from the control slide. 35. Fit the engine hot air supply pipe to the heat exchanger in- let pipe, at the T-junction of the compressor supply line, and proceed as follows: a. Refit the oil cooler outlet duct, and reconnect the con- trol rod and cable. b.. Carryout a functional check on the oil cooler outlet shutter by operating the control, situated on the right- hand instrument panel in the flight compartment. The movement is to be smooth, full and free from obstruction. ¢. Reconnect the electrical leads, at the cold air blower quick release junctions and earth point. Carry out a full functional test of the heating and ventilation system, during the next ground test and be- fore the next flight. Examine all previously disconnec- ted joints for leaks. Refit the access panel to the underside of the fuselage nose section. . Chapter 1 Page 25 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL HOT AIR PIPE ceNTREL mY [Control cable clamp assembly template Hot air supply pipel assembly template Figure 10: Templates for Assembly Chapter 1 Page 26 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL P/N 6554.0098 SNV-L_730.68 — TABLE 1 Material Manufacture Wear Item Specification | Dimensions |Tolerance [Limits 1. Regulating Vatve Body, valve stem spindle ¢learance 0.406 | +0.002 0.005 Valve. guide B/N 6554.100 Teflon Valve stem spindle clearance 0.406 | 40.001 0.005 Valve stem P/N 6554.102 External diameter Spindle. diameter Valve spring P/N 6554,108 Minimum length —t St. Steel | Fed. St. Dr, 0.933 ~0.002 0.403 0.001 005 0.005 0.720 Bushing P/N 6554.101 Internal. diameter External diameter Overall length Shoulder Air Distributor N 6554.12 Locating ring, internal diameter SNV-L 743.5 0.550 0.003 0.640 0.003 0.550 0.003 9-978 | 9.003 2.270 0.010 0.005 None 0.005 None 0.020 Hot Air Pipe P/N 6554.199.18 Bore Gauge Distortion checks can be made by passin, through the pipe. St. Steel 6 m.m. ball bearing Exchanger Casing P/N 6554.164 Valve bracket PAN 6554.0128 Spindle bracket Pin 65540533 SNV-L 710.84 For metal repairs refer to this manual. —t Chapter 1 Page 27 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL CHAPTER 2 - LANDING FLAP ACTUATOR LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES Chapter Page Date 2. - L.0.B.P May 01/86 - CONTENTS 2. - 1 May 01/86 2 May 01/86 3 May 01/86 4 May 01/86 5 May 01/86 6 May 01/86 7 May 01/86 8 May 01/86 9 May 01/86 10 May 01/86 1 May 01/86 12 May 01/86 13 May 01/86 14 May 01/86 15 May 01/86 16 May 01/86 17 May 01/86 18 May 01/86 1g May 01/86 20 May 01/86 21 May 01/86 22 May 01/86 23 May 01/86 24 May 01/86 25 May 01/86 26 May 01/86 27 May 01/86 28. May 01/86 2 - L.0.E.P. Page 1 May 01/86 0603m/5PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL, CHAPTER 2 - LANDING FLAP ACTUATOR CONTENTS Subject Description and Operation Main Features General Detail Removal Preparation Procedure Dismantling Preparation Procedure Cleaning Examination General Procedure Anti-Corrosive Treatment Repair or Replacement Replacement Repairs Treatment Reassembly Preparation Procedure Storage Instructions Installation General Preparation Procedure 0603m/6 uae 10 10 16 7 17 18 1s 21 24 24 a CONTENTS Page 1 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL Figure 1: Main Features - Diagrammatic View KEY TO DIAGRAM Flap ‘down’ travel stop Actuator sprocket, Bearing housing Retaining ring Ball bearing assembly (T-45) Retaining ring Bearing housing pivot bracke: Pivot Actuator spindle nut Actuator spindle Flap 'up' travel stop Cotter pins Operating rod Tie-rod Split flanged bushes Securing nut and bolt Attachment point for the flap position indicator Acme thread ia Note: Items:2* and 9* are one component, being ea divided for description only Chapter 2 Page 1 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL, DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION General Le The flap actuator is the screw jack type which is manually operated through a system of chains and cables, by a handcrank situ- ated in the flight compartment. Detail (Refer to figure 1) 2. An actuator is located on each wing spar at No. 7 Station and is comprised of an acme-threaded spindle(10), a combined sprocket/ spindle nut(2,9) and an operating rod(13). Linear motion for the ac- tuator spindle is obtained from the rotation of the sprocket spindle nut. ‘The operating rod, which is attached at the rear of the spindle, provides the link to the landing flap, adjacent to the centre hinge point. A slotted tie-rod(14) provides control setting adjustment between the operating rod and the landing flap. 3. The sprocket assembly is carried in a bearing support hous- ing(3) which pivots about two brackets(7), bolted to the main spar, thereby permitting up and down operating rod movement during flap travel. 4, Attached to the forward end of the actuator spindle is a sleeve which acts as the flap "down" travel stop(1). The flap "up" travel stop(11) is attached to the rear of the actuator by cotter pins (12), which also secure the forward end of the operating rod. The “ackn" and "up" travel stops abut the forward and rear faces of the sprocket/spindle nut respectively, thereby limiting actuator spindle fore and aft movement. 5. 4 flap position indicator is attached to the forward end of the left wing flap actuator only, retained by the "down" travel stop securing-nut and bolt(16). The indicator projects through the wing ieading edge and graduations provide a measurement related to flap travel. chapter 2 Page 2 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL Chapter 2 Page 3 May 01/86 Figure 2: Removal Details and Parts Breakdown DIAGRAM B (Diagram Key is presented on Page 5)PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL REMOVAL FROM WING Preparation (Refer to figure 2) 6. The removal procedure for each wing flap actuator is identical with the exception of the flap position indicator, which is fitted to the left wing flap actuator only. CAUTION Ensure that all obstacles are re~ moved from the landing flap area during the initial removal opera- tions. 7. No special tools are required for the removal of the flap ac- tuator which is effected as follows: - NOTE Retain all parts, nuts, bolts and washers that are removed to facili-~ tate the flap actuator removal. Remove the underwing panels for access(2)(3). Remove the flap "down" travel stop securing nut and washer(9a). Left wing only: Remove the flap position indicator(5). Withdraw the flap "down" travel stop bolt(9b) and remove the flap "down" travel stop(9). Remove the outer guide plate bolts and washers(10a) en- abling the removal of the outer guide plates(10), inner chain guide(11) and angle pieces(12). NOTE Mark the control chain and actua- tor sprocket positions to facilitate installation. Chapter 2 Page 4 May 01/86chapter 2 Page 5 May 01/86 22 23 No. Item 9a| Securing nut and washer for Item 9, 9d 9b | Travel stop bolt 10a| Guide and angle piece bolts 20a | Actuator spindle 20b | Flap "up" travel stop 20c | Taper pins for Items 20, 20a and 20b PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL KEY TO FIGURE 2 2d ) Underwing access panels Chain tensioner Flap position indicator Control cable Control chain Turnbuckle Flap "down" travel stop Outer guide plates Chain guide Angle pieces Actuator sprocket assembly Retaining ring for Item 15 Bearing assembly Retaining ring for Item 19 Retaining ring for Item 18 Pivot bracket Bearing housing Operating rod Spindle/operating rod assembly (Removed as one component prior to dismantling and examination) Te-rod 2 2h |} Flanged bushesPILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL KEY TO DIAGRAM Item Sprocket/spindle nut Retaining ring Bearing assembly Retaining ring Bearing assembly Pivot bracket retaining ring Pivot bracket (two fitted) Actuator spindle position Flap "up" travel stop Taper pins Operating rod Retaining nuts, washers and bolts Tie-rod rane Figure 3: Dismantling Details Chapter 2 Page 6 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL f. Remove the external flap control locks, if fitted, and lower the flaps to facilitate disconnection of the control chain turnbuckle(8) accessible through the underwing open- ing(2). Procedure 8. WARNING. Before carrying out the following operations a warning notice is to be attached to the flap handcrank in the flight compartment, "DO NOT OPERATE THIS HANDCRANK". a. Disconnect the control chain(7) at the turnbuckle(8). b. Remove the control chain from the actuator sprocket(13). ce. Disconnect the operating rod(20) by removing the split-pin nut, washers and bolt at the tie-rod bushing attachment point (22,23,24). ‘CAUTION Position the landing flap in the "fully retracted" station and fit external locks. d. With assistance, secure the actuator sprocket(13) and withdraw the spindle/operating rod assembly(21) rearwards, by anti-clockwise rotation. ~* e. Remove the sprocket bearing housing bolts and washers, which secure the pivot brackets(18) and remove the completi assembly(13 to 19 inclusive). Completion 9. Carry out an inspection of.the actuator securing anchor nuts at the No.7 station on the main spar. Replace any nuts with damaged threads or loose securing rivets. chapter 2 Page 7 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL DISMANTLING PROCEDURE Preparation (Refer to figure 3) 10. Carry out a superficial examination of each item throughout the dismantling operations and discard any item with obvious signs of irreparable damage or excessive wear, noting any necessary repi- acements. Procedure i. Dismantle the sprocket assembly as follows: a. Remove the retaining ring(2). b. Withdraw the sprocket(1) from the bearing housing(5). ¢. Remove the retaining ring (4) and remove the ball bearing assembly(3). da. Remove the two retaining rings(6) from the bearing housing and remove the two pivot brackets(7).. 12, Dismantle the actuator spindle/operating rod assembly as follows: a. Remove the tie-rod(13) by removing the two sets of retaining nuts, washers and bolts from the trailing end of the operating rod. This item is only applicable whenever a sub-component fails the inspection requirements at paragraph 17d and e. Remove the taper pins(10) and withdraw the operating rod (11) from the actuator spindle(8), allowing the separation of the flap "up" travel stop(9). CLEANING 13. Following the dismantling procedure and preliminary examin- ation thoroughly clean all actuator components, except the ball bearing assembly. Use white spirits or an approved equivalent cleaning fluid. Ensure that all traces of dirt and grease are removed. Dry, using warm filtered compressed air, Chapter 2 Page 8 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL Travel stop abutment face - ensure an 80% true flat Sprocket diameter - 2.915" Spindle nut length = 2.087" Bearing seating - 1.770" Retaining ring groove Thread lead-in check, to be carried out in conjunction with the spindle backlash checks. Note: Reference is also to be. made to Table 1. Figure 4: Actuator Sprocket/Spindle Nut - Examination Chapter 2 Page 9 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL, EXAMINATION General 1b. The following procedures are to be observed throughout the complete examination of the landing flap actuator components: - a. Replace any item whenever minor abrasions or surface cor- rosion cannot be removed by either a fine abrasive or stone. b. Replace any item that exceeds the limits detailed at Table 1. . 15. Special tools and equipment required to carry out the exami- nation of the landing flap actuator components: - a. b. c. One surface plate and set of Vee blocks. One Dial Test Indicator. Magna-flux, dye penetrant or approved equivalent crack detection kit. Probe light inspection kit. Component Inspection Procedure 16. Actuator sprocket/spindle nut (Refer to figure 4 ) a. Using a magnifying glass (at least x4) inspect the spindle thread and external surface for damage, corrosion or pit- ting, scores and signs of wear. Examine the bearing seating and retaining ring groove. Check that all measurements, concentricity and sprocket alignment are within the permissible limits. Carry. out a crack test, using equipment listed at para- graph 15.c. Chapter 2 Page 10 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL Chapter 2 Page 11 May 01/86 Key to Diagram z 6 Gast Boa wD > wer Figure 5: ee Item Flap "up" travel stop Taper pins Operating rod Spindle thread dimension check - Refer to Table 1 Sprocket/spindle nut thread Jdimension check - Refer to Tablel| Spindle thread lead-in Spindle nut thread lead-in Eccentricity checks = Refer to Table 1 INo play permitted INo play permitted Bowing check = Refer to Table 1 Backlash checks - Refer to Tablel| Actuator Spindle/Operating Rod Examination a)PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL e. Thread side play (backlash) is to be checked in conjunc- tion with the actuator spindle at paragraph 17.c. f. Anti-corrosive treatment is to be carried out on the com- pletion of the examination.(Refer to paragraph 21.) Actuator spindle/operating rod (Refer to figure 5) a. Using a magnifying glass inspect the spindle thread and external surface for damage, corrosion or pitting, scores and signs of wear. b. Carry out eccentricity checks(E) by mounting the spindle on Vee blocks and surface plate, together with a Dial Test Indicator. The D.T.I. is to be set to ‘Zero’ when posi- tioned for reading at either end of the spindle thread. Readings are to be taken over the entire thread length along two axes, at 90° to each other. c. Assemble the sprocket/spindle nut onto the spindle and mount the assembly on Vee blocks, placed on a surface plate. Carry out the backlash checks(J) as follows: - (1) Position the sprocket/spindle nut at one end of the spindle. (2) Position the D.T.I. for forward face readings, sett- ing the dial bezel to 'Zero'. (3) Secure spindle and check forward play by exerting hand pressure against the spindle nut, noting any D.T.I. readings. (4) Reposition the D.T.I, and check the play against the rear face of the spindle nut, noting any D.T.I. read- ings. (5) Repeat sub paragraphs(2)(3)(4) along the entire thread length, rotating the sprocket/spindle nut a check- ing at every 90° station. a. Examine the operating rod, tie-rod and spindle assembly holes for elongation. Chapter 2 Page 12 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL Figure 6: Be Key to Diagram Outer bearing assembly seat Pivot bracket seat Pivot bracket retaining ring seat Pivot bush - installed at manufacture Pivot bracket spar attachment point Reference is to be made to Table 1 for seating and pivot wear limits. earing Support Housing - Examination Chapter 2 Page 13 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL e. Carry out a crack test on the operating rod, tie-rod, travel stop and spindle, using equipment listed at para- graph 15.c. £, Assemble the tie-rod to the operating rod. &. Position the travel stop onto the rear of the actuator spindle, observing correct alignment of the taper pin holes. Secure with a taper pin. Insert the forward end of the operating rod into the rear end of the actuator spindle, observing the correct align- ment of the taper pin holes. Secure with taper pin. Cay no play exists between any of the components (F)(@). d. Carry out bowing checks(H). k. Anti-corrosive treatment is to be carried out on the com- pletion of the examination. (Refer to paragraph 21.) Actuator bearing support housing (Refer to figure 6) a. Examine the external surface and pivot brackets for damage, distortion, corrosion or pitting and in particular the ball bearing seating, retaining ring groove and pivot points. b. Ensure that the bracket/spar attachment holes are not elongated. c. Carry out a crack test, using the equipment listed at pa- vagraph 15.c. d. Anti-corrosive treatment is to be carried out on the com- pletion of the examination. (Refer to paragraph 21.) Actuator chain guide plates and angle pieces someon cman guide plates and angle pieces a. Inspect the inner and outer chain guide plates and angle pieces for damage, distortion, uneven wear, corrosion or pitting. Chapter 2 Page 14 May 01/8620. PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL Ensure no cracks or elongation exist around the attachment holes. Anti-corrosive treatment is to be carried out on the con- pletion of the examination. (Refer to paragraph 21.) Flap "Down" travel stop and flap position indicator eee a. bd. Examine all external surfaces for damage, distortion, cor- rosion or pitting. Ensure no cracks or elongation exist around the attachment holes. Anti-corrosive treatment for the flap position indicator and the graduation marking application is to be carried out on the completion of the examination. (Refer to pa- vagraph 21.) Note: All measurements shown are in inches Figure 7: Flap Position Indicator - Markings Chapter 2 Page 15 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL ANTI-CORROSIVE TREATMENT Sea Procedure 21. ponents repeat the cleanin, and carry out the anti-cor: Immediately following the examination of the actuator com- Chapter 13 of this manual. @ Operations detailed at paragraph 13 rosive treatment, with reference to Item Sprocket spindle nut ‘Treatment Tectyl 502-¢ or b. Spindle 7 : ASEOL 17-58 to MIL-C-16173 "gp A c. "Up" travel stop Grade 11 a. Bearing housing and brackets or approved equivalent e. Chain guides and angle pieces f. Operating Rod &- Tie-rod Alodine 1200 plus primer h. "Down" travel stop Etokat Zine Chromate i. Plap position inticator NOTE The trailing half of the operating rod is finished with a further coat of Nitro- alicyd lacquer MIL-L-7173. The flap posi- tion indicator is finished with a further coat of Nitro-alicyd lacquer MIL-L-7173 and graduation markings applied as detailed at figure 7. Chapter 2 Page 16 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR Replacement 22. Replace all items that do not pass examination. In addi- tion replace the following parts at each overhaul: (Refer to fig. 2) a. Ball bearing assembly (15). b. Bearing retaining ring (14). e. Housing retaining ring (16). a. Pivot bracket retaining rings (17). e. Flanged bushes (23/24). f. Taper pins, split pins and all nuts, bolts and washers, as required, 23. The following lubricants and miscellaneous fluids are used in the overhaul of the flap actuator: - a. Molyslip liquid grease. b. Loctite 72. ¢. Anti-corrosive treatments and coatings, specified in Chapter 12 of this manual. Repairs 2h, All repairs to any of the actuator components are to be effected within the limits specified at Table 1 and in accordance with the procedures detailed in Chapter 2 of this manual. 25. The interchange of components is permitted provided that all parts, with previous operational life, are within the limits specified at Table 1. Treatments 26. The anti-corrosive and storage treatments are specified at paragraphs 21, 30 and 31 of this publication, with additional in- formation for procedures in Chapter 12 of this manual. Chapter 2 Page 17 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL, REASSEMBLY Preparation 27. No special tools are required, however, special attention is to be made to the long-nose pliers that are necessary for the fitment of the retaining rings. Ensure that the pliers! jaw tips are true and dé not have any sharp edges, which might result in damaging the ball bearing or mating surfaces. Procedure 28. Reassemble the flap actuator in the following sequence of operations: a. Actuator spindle/operating rod (1) Loosely attach the tie-rod into the trailing formed end of the operating rod, at the adjusting slot position, NOTE Completion of the tie-rod fitment is carried out following ‘the -act- uator installation at paragraph 34.e. (2) Fit the flanged bushes to the tie-rod. b. Actuator sprocket/housing assembly (Refer to figure 8) (1) Apply a light coating of Loctite 72 to the outer bearing housing seat (AY and fit the ball bearing assembly (2), ensuring the thrust face, identified by the bearing designation T45, abuts the bearing housing flange (4a). Secure with the retaining ring (1). (2) Apply a light coating of Loctite 72 to the bearing bore and spindle nut bearing seat (A). Fit the ball bearing/housing to the spindle nut, ensuring correct assembly (BB) and secure with the retaining ring (6). References to the application of Loctite 72 can be found in Chapter 2 and 12 of this manual. Chapter 2 Page 18 May 01/86Chapter 2 Page 19 May 01/86 PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL 1 2 3 qh 4, | 6 it A M Figure 8: Reassembly Details ~ Sprocket/Bearing Housing Key to Diagram Item Bearing retaining ring Ball bearing assembly (T45) Pivot bracket retaining ring Bearing housing Bearing housing flange Pivot bracket (two fitted) Bearing/housing retaining ring Actuator sprocket/spindle nut ‘Loctite 72 application Molyslip liquid grease application eee(3) (4) PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL, NOTE Ensure the retaining rings do not foul the ball bearing faces by checking for smooth rotation of the bearing housing about the spindle nut. Apply a light coating of Molyslip liquid grease to each bearing housing pivot(M). Fit the two pivot brackets(5), ensuring correct assem- bly with the securing plate towards the spindle nut rear face. (Refer to the dotted assembly detail at BB). Secure each pivot bracket with the retaining vings(3). Ensure smooth rotation about the axes. Chapter 2 Page 20 May 01/86PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS 29. The, following instructions for storage are only applicable whenever the landing flap actuator is not installed into the aircraft immediately following the reassembly. Short Term Storage 30. The short term storage preparation is as follows: - a. Procedure qa) (2) (3) (4) (5), (6) Chapter 2 Page 21 May 01/86 Apply a light coating of Molyslip liquid grease to the spindle thread. Assemble the sprocket/housing to the spindle and tra- verse the spindle nut to ensure adequate grease coat- ing of.the sprocket/spindle nut threads. Loosely attach the "down" travel stop. Place the remaining actuator components and assembly bolts, washers and nuts in a suitable container. Attach to the operating rod. Place the complete actuator, and flap position indi- cator if required, in a suitable container, e.g. polythene bag. Seal the container and attach an identification label stating: - (a) Serviceability. (b), Date of overhaul. (ce) Date of packing. (a4) Date due for inspection whilst in storage.PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-6 TURBO-PORTER OVERHAUL MANUAL Periodicity, The short term periodicity for an actuator, packed as previously described at paragraph 30.a. is 6 months in temperate climates or 3 months in tropical areas. After this period, remove the assembly from the container and proceed as follows: - (1) Examine for evidence of damage or moisture deposits. (2) Check that spindle movement is unobstructed and smooth. If satisfactory, repack the assembly.as detailed at para- graph 30.a. amending the inspection date as appropriate. Long Term Storage 32 The long term storage preparation is as follows: - a. Procedure (1) Carry out the operations detailed in the short term storage procedure, paragraph 30.a.(1) to (4) inclusive. (2) Place the assembly in an airtight container with at least 1 1b. of an approved desiccant, e.g. polythene bag and silica gel crystals. (3) Carry out paragraph 30.a.(6). (4) Place the assembly in a packing box and wedge to pre- vent any movement. (5) Place at least 1 1b. of approved desiccant around the packed assembly and seal the packing box, repeating the identification and inspection details on the outside. Periodicity. The long term storage periodicity for an actuator, packed as previously described at paragraph 31.a. is 2 years in temperate climates or 6 months in tropical areas. After this period remove the assembly from the packing box and container and proceed as follows: ~ (1) Examine for evidence of damage or moisture deposits. (2) Check that spindle movement is unobstructed and smooth If satisfactory, repack the assembly as detailed at para- graph 30.a. amending the inspection date, as appropriate. Chapter 2 Page 22 May 01/86