Figure 8-19.-Propeller removal.
reduction gearbox. Reclean the propeller shaft and
apply a light coating of hydraulic fluid over the
entire shaft.
Propeller Servicing
The propeller fluid fill cap is under the access
doors of the top half of the spinner afterbody.
The total capacity of the propeller system is about
25 quarts.
CAUTION
DO NOT use engine oil in the propeller
system. If engine oil is added to the
control by mistake, remove the propeller.
Remove both the control and propeller.
Send the assembly to an overhaul activity
Figure 8-20.-Propeller stowage.
for complete seal replacement. Observe
duty cycle for the feather pump to avoid
overheating and damage.
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