PROPELLER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: This document guides our dealers, boatbuilders, and company service personnel in the proper installation or service of our products. If you have not been trained in the recommended servicing or installation procedures for these or similar Mercury Marine products, have the work performed by an authorized Mercury Marine dealer technician. Improper installation or servicing of the Mercury product could result in damage to the product or personal injury to those installing or operating the product.
NOTE: After completing installation, place these instructions with the product for the owner's future use.
Propeller Installation
Some propeller installations may require the use of special OEM mounting hardware not included with this propeller. Use only hardware specified by the engine OEM. Special trim tab or anodic plate may need to be purchased separately for propeller clearance. Use the original propeller hardware or order replacements for worn or damaged parts.
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WARNING
Performing service or maintenance without first disconnecting the battery can cause product damage, personal injury, or death due to fire, explosion, electrical shock, or unexpected engine starting. Always disconnect the battery cables from the battery before maintaining, servicing, installing, or removing engine or drive components.
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WARNING
Rotating the propeller shaft may cause the engine to crank over and start. To prevent this type of accidental engine starting and possible serious injury caused from being struck by a rotating propeller, always turn the ignition key or lanyard stop switch to the "OFF" position and remove the spark plug leads from the spark plugs while servicing.
1.Disconnect all of the battery leads from the battery.
2.Remove the spark plug leads and ground them to the engine block.
3.Lubricate the propeller shaft splines with one of the following lubricants.
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Tube Ref No. | Description | Where Used | Part No. |
34 | Special Lubricant 101 | Propeller shaft splines | |
94 | Propeller shaft splines | ||
95 | Propeller shaft splines |
Flo‑Torq I Propeller Installation
1.Install the thrust washer onto the propeller shaft.
2.Install the propeller.
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