Propeller; Removal; Inspection; Installation - BRP Johnson J30TEL4SUA 2007 Service Manual

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PROPELLER

PROPELLER

Removal

WARNING
To prevent accidental starting while ser-
vicing, remove the emergency stop lan-
yard and twist and remove all spark plug
leads.
Place the shift lever in NEUTRAL.
Wedge a block of wood between a propeller blade
and the anti-cavitation plate to hold the propeller
in place.
Remove the cotter pin from the propeller nut and
remove propeller nut.
Remove the washer, the spacer, the propeller, and
the thrust bushing from the propeller shaft.
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1. Cotter pin
2. Propeller nut
3. Washer
4. Spacer
5. Propeller
6. Thrust bushing
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Inspection

Check for the following:
•
Damaged blades and signs of propeller cavita-
tion (burned paint, etc.)
•
Spun or overheated inner hub
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Worn or twisted propeller bushing splines and
inadequate lubricant
•
Damage to outer hub area
•
Worn, missing, or incorrect washer and spacer
•
Correct size of propeller
•
Bent or damaged propeller shaft and twisted
splines

Installation

Place the shift lever in NEUTRAL.
Apply Triple-Guard grease to the entire propeller
shaft before installing the propeller.
Install thrust bushing onto propeller shaft with
shoulder of thrust bushing facing aft. Taper of
bushing must match taper of propshaft.
Install propeller on propeller shaft by aligning
splines and pushing until seated on the thrust
bushing.
Install the spacer and the washer.
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1. Cotter pin
2. Propeller nut
3. Washer
4. Spacer
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5. Propeller
6. Thrust bushing
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