Mercury MerCruiser Axius SeaCore 350 MAG, Manual

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Section 5 - Maintenance
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eng
MAY 2011
Bravo Two Propeller Installation
NOTICE
Operating the engine with a loose propeller can damage the propeller, the drive, or drive components. Always tighten the
propeller nut or nuts to specification and check for tightness periodically and at the required maintenance interval.
IMPORTANT: If reusing tab washer, carefully inspect tabs for cracks or other damage. Replace tab washer if condition is
questionable.
a - Propeller shaft
b - Thrust hub
c - Propeller
d - Propeller nut
e - Spline washer
f - Tab washer
1. Slide thrust hub into propeller hub with stepped side toward propeller hub.
2. Apply a liberal coat of one of the following lubricants to the propeller shaft.
Tube Ref No. Description Where Used Part No.
34
Special Lubricant 101 Propeller shaft 92-802865Q02
94
Anti-Corrosion Grease Propeller shaft 92-802867Q 1
95
2-4-C Marine Lubricant
with Teflon
Propeller shaft 92-802859A 1
3. Align splines and place propeller on propeller shaft.
4. Install spline washer and tab washer.
5. Install and torque the propeller nut.
Description Nm lb‑in. lb‑ft
Propeller nut (minimum) 81 – 60
6. Bend 3 tabs on the tab washer down into the grooves in spline washer. After the first use, bend the 3 tabs straight and retorque
the propeller nut. Bend tabs back down into spline washer. Check propeller at least after 20 hours of operation. Do not operate
with loose propeller.
Bravo Three 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, place the drive unit in neutral and engage the lanyard stop switch to prevent the engine from
starting. Place a block of wood between the propeller blade and the anti‑ventilation plate.
1. Place wood block between propeller blades and anti‑ventilation plate to prevent rotation.
2. Remove the bolt and washers securing the propeller shaft anode.
a
b
c
d
e
f
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