Mercury 40 Operator's Manual

MAINTENANCE
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a - Propeller nut
b - Propeller nut retainer
c - Thrust hub
d - Propeller
e - Replaceable drive sleeve
f - Forward thrust hub
NOTE: Stainless Steel Applications ‑ Installation of a Flo‑Torq III drive hup propeller is recommended.
9. Flo‑Torq III Drive Hub Propellers ‑ Install forward thrust hub, replaceable drive sleeve, propeller, thrust hub,
propeller nut retainer and propeller nut onto the shaft.
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a - Propeller nut
b - Propeller nut retainer
c - Rear thrust hub
d - Propeller
e - Replaceable drive sleeve
f - Forward thrust hub
10. Place a block of wood between gearcase and propeller and torque propeller nut to specifications.
Description Nm lb. in. lb. ft.
Propeller nut 75 55
11. Secure propeller nut by bending three of the tabs into the thrust hub grooves.
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Mercury 40 Specifications

General

Horsepower	40 hp
Starting System	Electric
Steering	Remote
Fuel Induction System	EFI (Electronic Fuel Injection)
Shaft Length	20"
Full Throttle RPM Range	6000