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CHECKING PROPELLER
WARNING
You could be seriously injured if the engine accidentally starts while you are near the propeller.
●Before inspecting, removing or install- ing the propeller, remove the spark plug caps from the spark plugs. Also, put the shift control in Neutral, put the main switch in the “OFF” position and remove the key, and remove the lan- yard from the engine stop switch. Turn off the battery
●Do not use your hand to hold the pro- peller when loosening or tightening the propeller nut. Put a wood block between the cavitation plate and the propeller to prevent the propeller from turning.
EMU00390
Propeller Checking Point
●Check each of the propeller blades for wear, erosion from cavitation or ventila- tion, or other damage.
●Check the splines for wear and damage.
●Check for fish line winding around the propeller shaft.
●Check the propeller shaft oil seal for dam- age.