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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
10
Replacing the propeller
A worn-out or bent propeller will lower
the motor's performance, and cause
engine trouble.
Before removing the propeller, remove
the spark plug caps from the spark
plugs to protect against personal in-
jury.
①
Remove the split pin, propeller nut
and washer.
②
Remove the propeller and thrust
holder.
③
Apply genuine grease to the pro-
peller shaft before installing a new
propeller.
④
Install the thrust holder, propeller,
washer and propeller nut onto the
shaft.
⑤
Install a new split pin into the nut
hole and bend it.
Propeller
shaft
Thrust
holder
Propeller
Washer
Split pin
Nut
!
WARNING
Do not hold propeller with hand(s)
when loosening or tightening propeller
nut. Put a piece of wood block between
propeller blade and anti-ventilation
plate to hold propeller.
!
WARNING
Do not begin propeller removal and
installation procedure with spark
plug caps attached, shift in forward
or reverse, main switch at other than
"OFF", engine stop cord attached to
the switch, and starter key attached, or
engine could accidentally start leading
to serious personal injury. Disconnect
battery cable if possible.
●
Do not install propeller without
thrust holder, or propeller boss
could be damaged.
●
Do not reuse split pin.
●
After installing split pin, spread the
pin apart to prevent it from falling
out which could lead to the propeller
coming off during operation.
!
CAUTION
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