Mercury 50 4-Stroke User Manual

OUTBOARD INSTALLATION
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IMPORTANT: To prevent the propeller hub from corroding and
seizing to the propeller shaft (especially in salt water), always
apply a coat of the recommended lubricant to the entire propeller
shaft at the recommended maintenance intervals, and also each
time the propeller is removed.
2. Flo‑Torq I Drive Hub Propellers ‑ Install forward thrust hub,
propeller, propeller nut retainer and propeller nut onto the
shaft.
a
b
c
d
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a - Propeller nut
b - Propeller nut retainer
c - Propeller
d - Forward thrust hub
3. Flo‑Torq II Drive Hub Propellers ‑ Install forward thrust hub,
propeller, replaceable drive sleeve, rear thrust hub, propeller
nut retainer and propeller nut onto the shaft.
a
b
c
d
e
f
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a - Propeller nut
b - Propeller nut retainer
c - Rear thrust hub
d - Replaceable drive
sleeve
e - Propeller
f - Forward thrust hub
4. Place propeller nut retainer over pins. Place a block of wood
between gearcase and propeller and tighten propeller nut to
specifications.

Mercury 50 4-Stroke Specifications

General

Engine Type	4-Stroke
Horsepower	50 hp
Cylinders	3
Starting System	Electric
Steering	Remote
Displacement	747 cc
Fuel Induction System	EFI
Alternator Amp	18 amp
Shaft Length	20 in
Full Throttle RPM Range	5000-6000 RPM
WOT Range	5000-6000 RPM
Fuel Tank Capacity	External Tank Required