HARTZELL PROPELLER INC.

SERVICE LETTER
HC-SL-61-342
Propeller - New Cylinder for Aluminum Hub
"-4" Compact Propellers
1. Planning Information
A. Effectivity
(1) Hartzell Propeller Inc. aluminum hub "-4" compact propeller models listed below
are affected by this Service Letter.
HC-C2YF-4F(P) (B)HC-I2YF-4F(P)
HC-C2YK-4(F)(P) (B)HC-L2YF-4F(P)
HC-C2YK-4(A)(F)(P) HC-C3YF-4F
HC-C2YL-4(F)(P) HC-C3YN-4F
HC-C2YR-4F(P) HC-C3YR-4F
HC-C2YR-4A(F)(P)

caution: do not use obsolete or outdated information. perform

all inspections or work in accordance with the most
recent revision of this service letter. information
contained in this service letter may be significantly
changed from earlier revisions. failure to comply with
this service letter or the use of obsolete information
may create an unsafe condition that may result in death,
serious bodily injury, and/or substantial property
damage. Refer to the Service Letter Index for the most
recent revision level of this Service Letter.
B. Concurrent Requirements
(1) Additional service documents may apply to the components/propellers
affected by this Service Letter. Compliance with additional service documents
may be necessary in conjunction with the completion of the Accomplishment
Instructions in this Service Letter. Refer to the Hartzell Propeller Inc. website at
www.hartzellprop.com for a cross-reference of service documents.
C. Reason
(1) Hartzell Propeller Inc. has recieved reports of stripped threads on the low pitch
stop screw in the propeller models affected by this Service Letter.
(2) The B-2428-2 cylinder and the A-4257 low pitch stop screw are being
introduced to prevent the threads from stripping.
(3) Regulatory action is not expected.

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SERVICE LETTER
HC-SL-61-342
Propeller - New Cylinder for Aluminum Hub
"-4" Compact Propellers
D. Description
(1) This document provides Additional Maintenance Information (AMI).
(2) This Service Letter introduces the B-2428-2 cylinder, A-4257 low pitch stop
screw, and the associated hardware as alternate components for the affected
propeller models.
(3) The B-2428-2 cylinder is designed to accept the 5/8 inch A-4257 low pitch stop
screw. The larger screw is a design improvement to prevent stripped threads
that have occurred on the 3/8 inch A-4252 low pitch stop screw used previously.
(4) New propeller assemblies will begin shipping from Hartzell Propeller Inc. with
the B-2428-2 cylinder and A-4257 low pitch stop screw design.
(5) As inventory of the B-2428-1 cylinder is depleted, Hartzell Propeller Inc. will
replace orders for the B-2428-1 cylinder with the B-2428-2 cylinder.
(a) When ordering a new cylinder, the size of the low pitch stop screw, nut,
and washer must match the cylinder design.
E. Compliance
(1) When replacement of the cylinder is required, install a new or serviceable
cylinder (B-2428-1 or B-2428-2) and the associated hardware in accordance
with the Accomplishment Instructions in this Service Letter. Refer to the
Materials section of this Service Letter for the required parts.
F. Approval
(1) This technical document is approved by Hartzell Propeller Inc.
G. Manpower
(1) None
H. Weight and Balance
(1) Not changed
I. Electrical Load Data
(1) Not changed

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SERVICE LETTER
HC-SL-61-342
Propeller - New Cylinder for Aluminum Hub
"-4" Compact Propellers
caution: do not use obsolete or outdated information. perform
all inspections or work in accordance with the most
recent revision of a document.
J. References
(1) Hartzell Propeller Inc. Compact and Lightweight Compact Non-Feathering (-1)
and Aerobatic (-4) Propeller Overhaul and Maintenance Manual 113B
(61-10-13).
K. Other Publications Affected
(1) Hartzell Propeller Inc. Compact and Lightweight Compact Non-Feathering (-1)
and Aerobatic (-4) Propeller Overhaul and Maintenance Manual 113B
(61-10-13).

2. Material Information
A. Material Necessary for Each Propeller
When using the B-2428-1 cylinder:
Part Number Description Qty
A-4252 Pitch Adjust Screw (Low Pitch Stop) 1
(3/8-24 UNJF)
A-2043-1 Self-Locking Hex Nut (3/8-24) 1
B-3834-0663 Washer 1

When using the B-2428-2 cylinder:

Part Number Description Qty
A-4257 Drilled Set Screw (Low Pitch Stop) 1
(5/8-18 UNC)
B-3807 Self-Locking Hex Nut (5/8-18) 1
B-3851-1032 Thin Flat Washer 1

B. Material Supplied by Hartzell Propeller Inc.

(1) None
C. Consumables
(1) None
D. Special Tooling
(1) None
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SERVICE LETTER
HC-SL-61-342
Propeller - New Cylinder for Aluminum Hub
"-4" Compact Propellers
3. Accomplishment Instructions
A. Disassembly, inspection, and assembly of the propeller and propeller hub must
be performed by a propeller service facility licensed by a governmental regulatory
agency, e.g., FAA, EASA, CAA.
B. Disassembly
(1) Remove the low pitch stop screw and the cylinder in accordance with Hartzell
Propeller Inc. Compact and Lightweight Compact Non-Feathering (-1) and
Aerobatic (-4) Propeller Overhaul and Maintenance Manual 113B
(61-10-13).
C. Inspection Requirements
(1) Visually and dimensionally inspect the cylinder and the low pitch stop screw
in accordance with the Check chapter of Hartzell Propeller Inc. Compact and
Lightweight Compact Non-Feathering (-1) and Aerobatic (-4) Propeller Overhaul
and Maintenance Manual 113B (61-10-13).
D. Assembly
(1) Assemble the cylinder, the low pitch stop screw, and the associated hardware
in accordance with Hartzell Propeller Inc. Compact and Lightweight Compact
Non-Feathering (-1) and Aerobatic (-4) Propeller Overhaul and Maintenance
Manual 113B (61-10-13).
E. Make an entry in the propeller logbook indicating compliance with this Service Letter.

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SERVICE LETTER
HC-SL-61-342
Propeller - New Cylinder for Aluminum Hub
"-4" Compact Propellers
F. Recommended Service Facilities
(1) Hartzell Propeller Inc. has a worldwide network of Recommended Service
Facilities that are recommended by Hartzell Propeller Inc. for overhaul and
repair of our products.
(2) Each service facility must meet standard FAA requirements and additional
Hartzell Propeller Inc. requirements before being recommended by Hartzell
Propeller Inc. Each service facility is audited by Hartzell Propeller Inc. to verify
the continuation of the standards.
(3) Hartzell Propeller Inc. recommends that you use one of these service facilities
when having your propeller overhauled or repaired.
(4) For a current list of Hartzell Propeller Inc. Recommended Service Facilities,
contact Hartzell Propeller Inc. Product Support or refer to the Hartzell Propeller
Inc. website at www.hartzellprop.com.
G. Contact Information
Hartzell Propeller Inc.
Attn.: Hartzell Propeller Inc. Product Support
One Propeller Place
Piqua, Ohio 45356-2634 USA
Phone: (001) 937.778.4379
Fax: (001) 937.778.4391
E-mail: techsupport@hartzellprop.com

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"-4" Compact Propellers

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