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(c) To apply 8-inch wide tape to leading edge of main rotor blade do this:
1 Position 16.5-inch tape along leading edge and mark end of tape where tip cap will overlap.
2 Notch tape where tip cap overlaps tape.
3 Mix abrasion film promoter diluted in equal parts with toluene, using wooden spatula and 1-quart
container.
(d) Apply thin coat area to be covered by tape using paint brush. Minimum drying time 5 minutes. Tape
must be applied a maximum of 1 hour after promoter application.
NOTE
Application of all tape segments is the same.
(e) Peel fifth backing strip on 16.5-inch-long tape back 3-inches.
NOTE
Make sure tape does not come in contact with adhesive promoter until tape is
properly aligned.
(f) Apply tape to main rotor blade starting at leading edge and working towards trailing edge. Work out gaps,
air and strained areas under tape. Bubbles greater than 0.2 square-inch area within 2-inches of each other not allowed.
NOTE
Removal and installation of polyurethane tape is the same for all main rotor
blades.
Removal and installation of 2-inch and 8-inch polyurethane tape is the same.
(g) Apply tape to main rotor blade. Work out gaps, air, strained areas excess fluid and bubbles from under
tape. Any bubbles encountered during the application process may be removed by continuous squeegee stroking
towards the edge of tape or by puncturing the bubbles with a needle and applying pressure to the wet adhesive.
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