Propeller Replacement - Dps-A; Removing The Dps-A Propeller; Installing The Dps-A Propeller - Volvo 5.0OSiE-J Operator's Manual

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Propeller Replacement — DPS-A

Removing the DPS-A Propeller

This procedure requires you to use Volvo Penta spe-
cial tools.
1. Ignition switch must be OFF.
2. Make sure the remote control is in FORWARD to
lock the propeller shaft.
3. Remove the rear propeller nut (3).
4. Remove the rear propeller (2).
5. Change the remote control position to REVERSE
to lock the propeller shaft.
6. Remove the front propeller nut (4).
7. Remove the front propeller (1).
8. Wipe the propeller shaft clean. Inspect for fishing
line; remove if present.

Installing the DPS-A Propeller

NOTICE! Failure to install all components could result
in loss of the propeller and damage to the
drive unit the next time the boat is operated.
1. Ignition switch must be OFF.
2. Make sure the remote control is in FORWARD.
3. Coat the full length of the propeller shaft and the
inside of the propeller hub with Volvo Penta pro-
peller shaft grease P/N 828250; removal of the
propeller will be difficult if this is not done.
4. Install the front propeller (1).
5. Install the front propeller nut (4) and tighten it to
45 ft. lb. (60 Nm).
6. Shift the remote control into REVERSE to lock
the propeller shaft.
7. Install the rear propeller (2).
8. Install the rear propeller nut (3) and tighten it to
50 ft. lb. (70 Nm).
9. Shift the remote control into NEUTRAL. The pro-
peller should turn freely.
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