Section 5 - Maintenance
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• Avoid using anti‑fouling paint that contains copper material, which could conduct
electrical current.
• If using copper‑based or tin‑based paints is necessary, comply with all local and federal
laws prohibiting their use.
• Do not paint drain holes or items as specified by the boat manufacturer.
• Do not paint any anodes or the MerCathode system components.
Propellers
Propeller Removal
!
WARNING
Rotating propellers can cause serious injury or death. Never operate the boat out of the
water with a propeller installed. Before installing or removing a propeller, remove the key
from the key switch, place the drive in neutral, and engage the E‑stop switch to prevent
the engine from starting.
1. Place a block of wood between the rear propeller blade and the trim tab.
2. Turn the rear propeller nut counter‑clockwise to remove the nut.
a - Block of wood
b - Trim tab
3. Slide the propeller and thrust hub off of the propeller shaft.
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