Battery - BRP Evinrude E-TEC Operator's Manual

Installation
Slide thrust washer onto shaft with shoulder facing aft.
Slide propeller onto shaft, engaging the splines and seat-
ing 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 95-109 N·m
(70-80 ft. lbs.).
Install keeper on propeller nut, align keeper slots and cotter
pin hole.
Install new cotter pin and bend ends to secure.
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 outboard. A strong impact can damage the
hub and propeller blades. Damage to blades can cause un-
usual and excessive vibration. Damage 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.

BATTERY

Requirements
• 12-volt, heavy-duty, designated for "marine" use;
• Vented/refillable or maintenance-free; and
• Rated according to the minimum requirements in SPEC-
IFICATIONS on page 50.
Deep-cycle batteries are suitable IF they meet or exceed
the minimum CCA requirements.
Ask your Dealer about your outboard's requirements be-
fore installing longer battery cables 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 (+) cable to the positive (+) battery post
first. Connect the BLACK (–) cable to the negative (–) bat-
tery post last.
If you have marine battery posts, install each main cable on
the clamp adapter with a starwasher below it. Install all
wires from accessories on the threaded portion of the post.
 RIGGING AND ACCESSORIES
1. Main cable
2. Starwasher
3. Accessory wires
If you have automotive battery posts, place a starwasher
on the clamp adapter first, then the main cable, and then
the wires from the accessories.
1. Main cable
2. Starwasher
3. Accessory wires
Tighten all connections securely and coat the installation
with Triple-Guard grease.
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