AB Marine Gori - User Manual

[Gori 2-Blade Saildrive Propeller Installation and Maintenance Instructions, 6/21/2022]
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Gori 2-Blade Saildrive Installation Instructions
Table of Contents
Gori 2-Blade Saildrive Installation Instructions ................................................................................... 1
Parts List .................................................................................................................................... 1
Schematic Drawings .................................................................................................................... 2
Saildrive Nut Socket Sizes ............................................................................................................ 2
Torque Settings ........................................................................................................................... 2
Installing the Propeller ................................................................................................................. 3
Removing the Propeller ................................................................................................................ 5
Replacing the Collar Zinc .............................................................................................................. 5
Removing the blades from the Blade Housing .................................................................................... 6
Operating Instructions .................................................................................................................... 7
Ahead ........................................................................................................................................ 7
Astern ........................................................................................................................................ 7
Sailing ....................................................................................................................................... 7
Cleaning and Maintenance ............................................................................................................... 8
Annual Maintenance ..................................................................................................................... 8
Underwater Installation ................................................................................................................ 8
Parts List
1
Hub
1 x each
2
Blades
2 x each
3
Pins
2 x each
4
Washer
1 x each
5
Shaft nut
1 x each
6
Split pin
1 x each not used on all installations
7
Allen screws
2 x each
8
Allen screws
2 x each
9
Locking bolt
1 x each
10
Collar zinc
1 x each … 2 x halves
11
Zinc screws
4 x each
12
Loctite 243
1 x bottle
13
Allen key
4mm
14
Allen key
5mm

Summary

Parts List

Installation Specifications

Schematic Drawings

Visual representation of the propeller components and assembly.

Saildrive Nut Socket Sizes

Details on socket sizes required for various saildrive models.

Torque Settings

Specifications for saildrive nut and locking bolt torque values.

Installation and Removal Procedures

Installing the Propeller

Step-by-step guide for mounting the Gori propeller onto the saildrive.

Removing the Propeller

Instructions for safely detaching the Gori propeller from the saildrive.

Replacing the Collar Zinc

Procedure for replacing the propeller's sacrificial zinc anode.

Removing the blades from the Blade Housing

Detailed steps for blade disassembly for cleaning and service.

Operation and Maintenance

Operating Instructions

Guidance on propeller operation in Ahead and Astern modes.

Sailing

Instructions for propeller blade folding and engine operation during sailing.

Cleaning and Maintenance

General guidelines for propeller upkeep.

Annual Maintenance

Specific tasks for yearly propeller maintenance.

Underwater Installation

Considerations and methods for underwater propeller installation.

AB Marine Gori Specifications

General

Manufacturer	AB Marine
Model	Gori
Material	Bronze
Weight	Varies by size
Color	Bronze
Blades	3