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PROPELLER – MAINTENACE PRACTICES
2. PROPELLER INSTALLATION
Procedure
Propeller installation
Task description
Additional info &
References
Make sure Master Switch is turned
OFF.
Engine starter circuit breaker: pull out
Make sure that the propeller and engine
mounting flange mating faces are clean
and undamaged.
Clean engine and
propeller flange with
solvent of gasoline. Both
surfaces must be dry and
clean. Remove all surface
defects.
Remove the shipping
plugs and protective
wrap, if any.
Check bolts for cracks, rust, propeller
thread and cleanliness
Check spinner bulkhead for craks or
deformations
Install spinner spacer and propeller
Insert washers and fasten locknuts
NOTE
After correct installation of propeller and before takeoff, let the engine
run for few minutes and, after turning it off, carry out further inspection
(tightness, overall state, etc.).