Checking Wiring And Connectors; Checking Propeller; Removing Propeller - Yamaha F6A Owner's Manual

TIP:
For more information on the disposal of
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used oil, consult your Yamaha dealer.
Change the oil more often when operating
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the engine under adverse conditions such
as extended trolling.
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Checking wiring and connectors

Check that each grounding wire is properly
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secured.
Check that each connector is engaged se-
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curely.
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Checking propeller

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WARNING
You could be seriously injured if the en-
gine accidentally starts when you are near
the propeller.
Before inspecting, removing, or install-
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ing the propeller, place the shift control
in neutral, turn the main switch to "
(off) and remove the key, and remove
the clip from the engine shut-off switch.
Turn off the battery cut-off switch if your
boat has one.
Do not use your hand to hold the propeller
when loosening or tightening the propeller
nut. Put a wood block between the anti-cavi-
tation plate and the propeller to prevent the
propeller from turning.
Checkpoints
Check each of the propeller blades for
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wear, erosion from cavitation or ventilation,
or other damage.
Check the propeller shaft for damage.
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Check the splines for wear or damage.
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Check for fish line tangled around the pro-
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peller shaft.
Check the propeller shaft oil seal for dam-
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age.
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Removing propeller

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Spline models
1. Straighten the cotter pin and pull it out us-
ing a pair of pliers.
2. Remove the propeller nut, washer, and
spacer (if equipped). WARNING! Do not
use your hand to hold the propeller
when loosening the propeller nut.
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Maintenance
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