HARTZELL PROPELLER INC.

SERVICE LETTER
HC-SL-61-338
Propeller - "F" Flange Hub Bore Repair

1. Planning Information
A. Effectivity
(1) Hartzell Propeller aluminum hub compact propeller models ( )HC-( )( )YF-( )( )
are affected by this Service Letter.

CAUTION: DO NOT USE OBSOLETE OR OUTDATED INFORMATION.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) "F" flange propeller model hubs are susceptible to damage in the mounting
bore from improper installation technique.
(2) This type of damage has previously not been repairable and was considered
cause to retire the hub from service.
(3) The procedure in this Service Letter will permit repair for this type of damage to
the affected hubs when the hub bore does not meet check criteria identified in
Hartzell Propeller Standard Practices Manual 202A, Volume 3 (61-01-02).
(4) Regulatory action is not expected.

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SERVICE LETTER
HC-SL-61-338
Propeller - "F" Flange Hub Bore Repair

D. Description
(1) This document provides Additional Maintenance Instruction (AMI).
(2) This Service Letter introduces an on-condition repair procedure for the affected
hubs.
(3) This Service Letter introduces the 104488 hub sleeve for use in the on-condition
repair procedure in this Service Letter.
E. Compliance
(1) Compliance is as needed.
F. Approval
(1) This technical document is approved by Hartzell.
G. Manpower
(1) Approximately 2.0 man hours are required.
H. Weight and Balance
(1) Not changed
I. Electrical Load Data
(1) Not changed

CAUTION: DO NOT USE OBSOLETE OR OUTDATED INFORMATION.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 Compact and Lightweight Compact Non-Feathering (-1) and
Aerobatic (-4) Propeller Overhaul and Maintenance Manual 113B (61-10-13)
(2) Hartzell Propeller Compact Constant Speed and Feathering Propeller Overhaul
and Maintenance Manual 117D (61-10-17)
(3) Hartzell Propeller Standard Practices Manual 202A (61-01-02)
K. Other Publications Affected
(1) Hartzell Propeller Standard Practices Manual 202A (61-01-02)

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HC-SL-61-338
Propeller - "F" Flange Hub Bore Repair

2. Material Information
A. Material Necessary for Each Hub
Part Number Description Qty
104488 Sleeve, Hub 1
C-3317-145 O-ring 1
B. Consumables
(1) No additional consumables are needed when performed in conjunction with
propeller overhaul.

NOTE: All CM numbers listed in this Service Bulletin refer to the Consumable
Materials chapter of Hartzell Standard Practices Manual 202A
(61-01-02). Contact Hartzell Propeller Product Support for more
information.
C. Tooling
(1) Tooling is as needed to achieve the machining requirements detailed in this
Service Letter.

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. Disassemble the propeller in accordance with the applicable Hartzell Propeller
overhaul manual.
C. Disassemble the hub in accordance with Hartzell Propeller Standard Practices
Manual 202A (61-01-02), Volume 3.
D. Prepare and modify the engine side hub half.
(1) For modification performed at other than hub overhaul:
(a) Remove the studs from the engine side hub half in accordance with
Hartzell Propeller Standard Practices Manual 202A (61-01-02).
(b) Remove the paint from the engine side hub half in accordance with
Hartzell Propeller Standard Practices Manual 202A (61-01-02).
(c) Proceed to section 3.D.(3).

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Propeller - "F" Flange Hub Bore Repair

(2) For modification performed in conjunction with hub overhaul:

(a) Follow the hub overhaul procedure in accordance with Hartzell Propeller
Standard Practices Manual 202A (61-01-02) through the etching process
(before penetrant inspection).
1 Penetrant inspection of the engine side hub half may be
accomplished at this point, if desired, but is not required. Penetrant
inspection of the engine side hub half will be performed as part of the
modification process.
(3) Modify the engine side hub half:
(a) Use the existing bore and the hub parting line surface for machine set-up
with a runout of 0.001 inch (0.025 mm).
(b) Machine the hub bore to a new diameter of 2.751 +/- 0.001 inches
(69.88 +/- 0.025 mm) to a depth from the flange face of
0.575 +/- 0.005 inch (14.61 +/- 0.13 mm) with a corner radius of
0.015 +/- 0.005 inch (0.38 +/- 0.13 mm).
(c) Break the corner of the bore at the flange face with a 0.020 +/- 0.005 inch
(0.51 +/- 0.13 mm) by 45 degree chamfer.
(d) Surface finish of the bore must be 63 µ inches (1.6 µ meter) or better.
(e) Perform penetrant inspection of the engine side hub half in accordance
with Hartzell Propeller Standard Practices Manual 202A (61-01-02).
1 An indication is not permitted.
2 If an indication is present, retire the hub from service.
(4) For a modification performed in conjunction with hub overhaul:
(a) Complete the hub overhaul procedure in accordance with Hartzell
Propeller Standard Practices Manual 202A (61-01-02).
(b) Proceed to section 3.E. for assembly instructions.
(5) For a modification performed at other than hub overhaul:
(a) Apply chemical conversion coating to the newly machined aluminum of the
engine side hub half in accordance with Hartzell Propeller Standard Practices
Manual 202A (61-01-02).
(b) Apply paint to the engine side hub half in accordance with Hartzell
Propeller Standard Practices Manual 202A (61-01-02).
(c) Proceed to section 3.E. for assembly instructions.
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E. Assemble the hub in accordance with Hartzell Propeller Standard Practices Manual 202A
(61-01-02), Volume 3, except:
(1) Apply a small amount of assembly grease CM 12 onto O-ring C-3317-145 for
ease of installation.
(2) Install the O-ring C-3317-145 in the OD O-ring groove of the sleeve 104488.
(3) Install the sleeve with O-ring into the bore of the engine side hub half.
(a) This is a press fit.
(b) The sleeve must be below the surface of the flange face. Refer to Figure 1.
F. Assemble the propeller in accordance with the applicable overhaul manual.
G. Make an entry in the propeller logbook to indicate hub modification in accordance
with this Service Letter.

104488fit

Flange Face Sleeve

Sleeve 104488 Fit Placement

Figure 1

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Propeller - "F" Flange Hub Bore Repair

Inspect Serviceable Limits Corrective Action

104488 Sleeve, Hub
(Refer to Figure 2)
1. Visually examine the internal
and external surface of the hub
sleeve for corrosion and pitting.
2. Measure the OD of the hub
sleeve.
3. Visually examine the internal
O-ring groove for wear.
4. Visually examine the external
O-ring groove for wear.
A rough surface finish or If the damage is greater than
imperfections are permitted to the serviceable limits, replace
a maximum depth of 0.002 inch the hub sleeve.
(0.05 mm). The maximum
permitted diameter of an
individual pit is 0.0625 inch
(1.588 mm). The maximum
permitted depth of an individual
pit is 0.002 inch (0.05 mm).
Linear corrosion pitting is
not permitted. Damage that
intersects either side of an
O-ring grove is permitted within
the serviceable limits.
The minimum OD is If the OD is less than the
2.745 inches (69.72 mm). permitted serviceable limits,
replace the hub sleeve.
If there is wear, measure the ID. If the O-ring groove ID is
The maximum permitted ID is greater than the permitted
2.498 inches (63.45 mm). serviceable limits, replace the
hub sleeve.
If there is wear, measure the If the O-ring groove OD is
OD. The maximum permitted greater than the permitted
OD is 2.585 inches (65.66 mm). serviceable limits, replace the
hub sleeve.

104488

Sleeve OD

External External
O-ring O-ring
Groove Groove

Internal O-ring Groove

104488 Sleeve Inspection

Figure 2

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SERVICE LETTER
HC-SL-61-338
Propeller - "F" Flange Hub Bore Repair

Inspect Serviceable Limits Corrective Action

F Flange Engine Side Hub Bore - with
SL338 Modification
(Refer to Figure 3)
1. Visually examine the mounting
flange bore for corrosion and
pitting.
2. Measure the mounting flange
bore.
E7154Mod
A rough surface finish or
imperfections are permitted
to a maximum depth of 0.002
inch (0.05 mm). The maximum
permitted diameter of an
individual pit is 0.0625 inch
(1.588 mm). The maximum
permitted depth of an individual
pit is 0.002 inch (0.05 mm).
Linear corrosion pitting is
not permitted. Damage that
intersects either side of an
O-ring grove is permitted within
the serviceable limits.
The maximum permitted ID of
the mounting flange bore is
2.753 inches (69.93 mm).
Rework is permitted to a
maximum depth of 0.006 inch
(0.15 mm). Rework in an area
must be no greater than 25
percent of the total available
diameter area. Rework may
intersect with an O-ring groove.
The total maximum permitted
depth of damage and rework
is 0.006 inch (0.15 mm). Using
an abrasive pad CM47 or
equivalent, polish to remove
any high spots. Do not round
either O-ring groove corner. If
the O-ring corner has a sharp
edge, lightly deburr. If the
damage is greater than the
rework limits, replace the hub.
If the ID is greater than the
permitted serviceable limits,
replace the hub.

Bore

Engine Side Hub Bore Inspection

Figure 3

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SERVICE LETTER
HC-SL-61-338
Propeller - "F" Flange Hub Bore Repair

H. At each subsequent overhaul:

(1) Disassemble the propeller in accordance with the applicable Hartzell Propeller
overhaul manual.
(2) Disassemble the hub in accordance with Hartzell Propeller Standard Practices
Manual 202A (61-01-02), except:
(a) Remove the sleeve 104488 from the engine side hub half during
disassembly of the hub and before any chemical processing.
(b) Remove and discard the O-ring C-3317-145 from the OD of the sleeve 104488.
(3) Inspect the sleeve 104488 in accordance with Table 1 in this Service Letter.
(4) Inspect the hub bore of the engine side hub half in accordance with Table 2 in
this Service Letter.
(5) After overhaul, assemble the hub in accordance with Hartzell Propeller
Standard Practices Manual 202A (61-01-02) and this Service Letter.
I. 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 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; select Service & Support then
Recommended Service Facilities.
J. 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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