OPERATIONAL MAINTENANCE
Unless you are
an
expert mechanic, there are some engine maintenance functions that
are better performed by your dealer, such
as
service to your starter motor, alternator,
thermostat, timing and electrical ground connections.
Further recommendations for the operational maintenance of inboard drives that can be
accomplished by you or your dealer will follow. It
is
advisable to familiarize yourself with
them, even if you have your dealer service your boat.
PROPELLER: Here are a few tips for the installation (or re-installation) of the propeller.
A NOTICE OF CAUTION: A propeller can be very sharp so be careful to handle it with
that thought
in
mind. (It's a good idea to wear a pair of protective gloves when handling
any propeller.)
Now, for installation, follow these steps:
1.
Before placing the propeller
on
the shaft, note the keyway on the shaft and
in
the propeller. Make sure that the key rides freely
in
the shaft keyway as
well
as
the propeller keyway. Lightly filing the key's flat sides to remove
burrs may be necessary. Then place the key
in
the shaft keyway. Now
match the installed key to the propeller keyway.
(See
illustration.) Once
aligned simply push the propeller onto the shaft. You'll hear a solid "thunk"
as the propeller
is
seated. THE
PROPELLER
WILL ONLY SUP
ON
IN
ONE
DIRECTION SINCE THE SHAFT AND
PROPELLER
BORE
ARE
TAPERED.
Propeller Shaft
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