Propeller Preservation & Storage

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Propeller hub and dome assembly:Propeller hub and dome assembly:Propeller hub and dome assembly:Propeller hub and dome assembly:

~ The propeller hub and dome assembly of propellers provided with internal oil controls requires

no preservation other than that received during engine run when engine is being preserved.

~ When removing a propeller at a time other than engine preservation, internal portions of

hub and dome will be coated with a mixture consisting of 25% corrosion preventive and

75% engine oil.

~ Excess oil will be drained from hub and dome, and all openings sealed with greaseproof barrier

material.

Propeller blades:Propeller blades:Propeller blades:Propeller blades:

~ Prepare metal propeller blades for storage by coating all surfaces except rubber parts with a

soft film compound.

~ Blades shall then be wrapped in waterproof barrier material.

~ A suitable wooden container that provides sufficient protection from handling and for securing

blades in a fixed position shall be used to contain blades.