Propeller Replacement - Honda bf50d Owner's Manual

SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR

Propeller Replacement

[standard equipment
(Canadian types)]
[optional equipment (American
types)]
Before replacing the propeller,
remove the emergency stop switch
clip from the emergency stop switch
to prevent any possibility of the
engine being started while you are
working with the propeller.
The propeller blades may have sharp
edges, so wear heavy gloves to
protect your hands.
Operating the outboard motor at
higher altitudes will reduce available
power. This may require decreasing
the propeller pitch to maintain correct
engine RPM.
Removal
1. Remove the cotter pin, unscrew the
castle nut, remove the washer, and
then remove the propeller and
thrust washer.
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2. Inspect the propeller shaft for any
fishing line or debris.
MARINE GREASE
THRUST WASHER
Installation
1. Apply marine grade grease to the
propeller shaft.
2. Install the thrust washer with the
grooved side toward the gear case.
PROPELLER
COTTER PIN
(stainless)
SPECIAL SPLINE
WASHER
PLAIN WASHER
COTTER PIN
CASTLE NUT