Evinrude E-Tec Operator's Manual page 48

Installation
Slide thrust washer onto shaft with shoulder
facing aft.
Slide propeller onto shaft, engaging the
splines and seating it on the thrust bushing.
Slide spacer onto the shaft and engage the
propeller shaft splines.
Wedge a block of wood between the propeller
blade and the anti-ventilation plate.
Install propeller nut and tighten to a torque of
120-144 in. lbs. (13.6-16.3 N·m).
Install keeper on propeller nut, align keeper
slots and cotter pin hole.
Install new cotter pin and bend ends to se-
cure.
Remove block of wood. Make sure engine is
in NEUTRAL; give propeller a spin. It must
turn freely.
Repair
If your propeller hits a solid object, the impact
is partially absorbed by the rubber bushing in
the hub to help prevent damage to the out-
board. A strong impact can damage the hub
and propeller blades. Damage to blades can
cause unusual and excessive vibration. Dam-
age to the hub can cause excessive engine
RPM with little forward movement.
IMPORTANT: Avoid or limit operation using a
damaged propeller. Carry a spare propeller.
Keep your propeller in good condition. Use a
file to smooth slight damage to blade edges.
See your Dealer for repair of serious damage.
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BATTERY
Requirements
• 12-volt, heavy-duty, designated for "marine"
use;
• Vented/refillable or maintenance-free; and
• Rated according to the minimum require-
ments in Specifications on page 48.
Deep-cycle batteries are suitable IF they
meet or exceed the minimum CCA require-
ments.
Ask your Dealer about your outboard's re-
quirements before installing longer battery ca-
bles or a battery switch.
Installation
Read and understand the safety information
supplied with your battery BEFORE you begin
installation.
IMPORTANT: Make sure all components are
clean and free of corrosion.
Connect the RED (+) main cable to the posi-
tive (+) battery post. Connect the BLACK (–)
main cable to the negative (–) battery post.
If you have marine battery posts, install each
main cable on the clamp adapter with a star-
washer below it. Install all wires from acces-
sories on the threaded portion of the post.
1. Main cable
2. Starwasher
3. Accessory wires
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