Installing The Propeller - Mercury Freshwater Manual

Installing the Propeller

Performing service or maintenance without first disconnecting the
battery can cause product damage, personal injury, or death due to
fire, explosion, electrical shock, or unexpected motor starting.
Always disconnect the battery cables from the battery before
maintaining, servicing, installing, or removing motor components.
1. Rotate the motor shaft to insert the propeller pin horizontally.
2. Install the propeller onto the motor shaft by engaging the
propeller onto the propeller pin.
3. Install the propeller nut. Tighten securely.
4. Use a MotorGuide propeller wrench or pliers to tighten the
propeller nut another ¼ turn.
Recommended MotorGuide Accessory Description
MotorGuide prop wrench kit
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GENERAL INFORMATION
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a - Propeller pin
a
45685
a
WARNING
b
c
d
45696
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a - Propeller pin
b - Propeller
c - Propeller nut
d - Propeller
wrench
Part Number
MGA050B6