Propeller - Mercury V-6 series User Manual

CA77

Propeller

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 lbs. ft. (75 N m)
torque is required.
CA746
REMOVAL
1
Place wood block between propeller blade and anti-ventilation
plate to prevent rotation. Straighten bent tabs on tab washer.
2
Turn propeller shaft nut counterclockwise to remove nut.
3
Slide tab washer, spline washer, propeller and thrust hub off
propeller shaft.
CA79
REPAIR
Some damaged propellers can be repaired. See your dealer.
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
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