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TASK 72-44-20-300-035 HPT Stage 1 Vane - Rear Foot Plasma Spray Repair, Repair-035 (VRS3608)
General
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The practices and processes referred to in the procedure by the TASK number are in the SPM
Preliminary Requirements
Pre-Conditions
NONESupport Equipment
| Name | Manufacturer | Part Number / Identification | Quantity | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portablegrinding equipment | LOCAL | Portable grinding equipment | ||
| Workshop inspection equipment | LOCAL | Workshop inspection equipment |
Consumables, Materials and Expendables
NONESpares
NONESafety Requirements
NONEProcedure
Refer to Figure. Remove material until the foot thickness is 0.155 inch (3.937 mm) minimum. Hold to maximum.

CAUTION
KEEP THE CAVITIES OF THE LEADING AND TRAILING EDGES AND THE AIRFOIL SURFACE CLEAN OF GRINDING DEBRIS.Grind the rear face of the foot to remove any prior plasma spray buildup.
SUBTASK 72-44-20-320-060 Remove Plasma Spray from the Rear Foot of the Stage 1 HPT Vane Assembly
Refer to Figure and the SPM TASK 70-34-03-340-501, IAE 53-18 or IAE 271-47. Apply coating to a thickness of 0.020 inch (0.508 mm).
Plasma spray the repair area of the rear foot.
SUBTASK 72-44-20-340-057 Plasma Spray the Rear Foot of the Stage 1 HPT Vane Cluster Assembly
The minimum thickness of the coating after machining is 0.003 inch (0.076 mm). Break the edges 0.015 to 0.025 inch (0.38 - 0.64 mm).
Refer to Figure. Machine the foot to a thickness of 0.170 to 0.176 inch (4.318 - 4.470 mm).
Set up and finish machine the rear foot after plasma.
SUBTASK 72-44-20-320-061 Machine the Rear Foot of the Stage 1 HPT Vane Assembly after Plasma Spray
Figure: Stage 1 HPT vane assembly outer diameter rear foot plasma spray repair (PN 2A5591)
Stage 1 HPT vane assembly outer diameter rear foot plasma spray repair (PN 2A5591)

