Propeller Installation - Mercury 75 HP Installation Manual

75, 90 and 115 (4-STROKE) INSTALLATION MANUAL

Propeller Installation

If the propeller shaft is rotated while the engine is in gear, there is the possibility that
the engine will crank over and start. To prevent this type of accidental engine start-
ing and possible serious injury caused from being struck by a rotating propeller,
always shift outboard to neutral position and remove spark plug leads when you
are servicing the propeller.
Flo-Torq I Drive Hub Propellers
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Flo-Torq II and Flo-Torq lll Drive Hub Propellers
Flo-Torq ll
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7. Tighten propeller nut to 55 lb-ft (75 Nm). Bend tabs against nut.
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Forward Thrust Hub
Continuity Washer
Thrust Hub
Propeller Nut Retainer
Propeller Nut
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Forward Thrust Hub
Replaceable Drive Sleeve
Rear Thrust Hub
Propeller Nut Retainer
Propeller Nut
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Propeller Nut - Torque To 55 lb- ft (75 Nm)
Bend Tabs Into Grooves
WARNING
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Flo-Torq lll
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