TM 1-1520-265-23Change 2 2-52.2 SPLIT CONES (PT).2.2.1 Description(Figure2-1,IndexNo.2). The split cones and lower pressure plate, inconjunction with the main shaft nut, secure the shaft extension to the main shaft.2.2.2 Defects. Defects may occur anywhere on the surface of the split cones. No cracks areallowed.2.2.3 Primarymethod. Fluorescent Penetrant.2.2.3.1 NDI Equipment and Materials. (Refer to Appendix B.) Inspection equipment is listed inTable 1-7. AMS 2644 level 3 penetrant materials shall be selected from the approved list in Table1-8. Parts requiring flourescent penetrant inspection shall be cleaned prior to inspection withn--Propyl Bromide (vapor degreasing only)(Table 1--8), DS--108 (Table 1--8), Electron (Table 1--8),Positron (Table 1--8). DS--108, Electron, Positron must be followed by an acetone (Table 1--8) rinseor wipe: or drying until there is no visible solvent residue left on parts.2.2.3.2 Preparation of Helicopter. The helicopter shall be prepared for safe ground maintenanceand the split cones removed in accordance with the applicable technical manuals listed in Table 1-1.2.2.3.3 Access. Not applicable.2.2.3.4 Preparation of Part. Refer to Preparation of Part or Area for NDI, paragraph 1.4.4.2.2.3.5 Inspection Procedure. Perform fluorescent penetrant inspection. Refer to FluorescentPenetrant Method, paragraph 1.4.7 and Table 1-5. Inspect area of concern. See Figure 2-2.2.2.3.6 Making and Recording of Inspection Results. Mark and record inspection results asrequired by paragraph 1.3.2.2.4 BackupMethod. None required.Figure 2-2. Split Cones
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