Checking Propeller - Yamaha F225 Owner's Manual

8. Tilt the outboard motor down. Check that
the tilt rod and trim rods operate smooth-
ly.
NOTE:
Consult your Yamaha dealer if any operation
is abnormal.
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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, remove the ignition
coils from the spark plugs. Also, 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 propel-
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ler when loosening or tightening the
propeller nut. Put a wood block between
the anti-cavitation plate and the propel-
ler to prevent the propeller from turning.
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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.
Maintenance
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