Mercury HP 500 EFI Bravo XR/XZ/III User Manual page 107

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CB421hp
Propellers (Bravo III)
Avoid Injury: Remote Control must be in NEUTRAL and igni-
tion key removed from switch before removing and/or install-
ing propeller.
Avoid Injury: Place a block of wood between anti-ventilation
plate and propeller to protect hands from propeller blades and
to prevent propeller from rotating when removing propeller
nut.
Avoid Injury: Periodically check propeller nut for tightness
during boating season. A minimum of 55 lb-ft (75 Nm) torque
is required.
REMOVAL
1 Place wood block between propeller blades and anti-ventilation
plate to prevent rotation.
2 Turn aft propeller shaft nut (1-7/16 in. or 37 mm) counterclockwise
to remove nut.
3 Slide propeller and thrust hub off propeller shaft.
4 Turn front propeller shaft nut (2-3/4 in. or 70 mm) counterclock-
wise to remove nut.
5 Slide propeller and thrust hub off propeller shaft.
REPAIR
Some damaged propellers can be repaired. See your dealer.
500 EFI Bravo
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
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