IMPORTANT: Read the safety and maintenance instructions which accompany
your battery.
1. Ensure that the battery is secured to the vessel.
2. Ensure that the battery cable terminals are clean, tight, and correctly
installed. For installation instructions, refer to
Battery Connection
.
3. Ensure that the battery is equipped with a battery box to prevent
accidental shorting of the battery terminals.
Propeller Replacement
!
WARNING
Performing service or maintenance without first disconnecting the battery can
cause product damage, personal injury, or death due to fire, explosion,
electrical shock, or unexpected motor starting. Always disconnect the battery
cables from the battery before maintaining, servicing, installing, or removing
motor components.
REMOVING THE PROPELLER
1. Disconnect the power cables from the battery.
2. While holding the propeller blade with one gloved hand, use a 9/16 in.
wrench or a ratchet and a 9/16 in. socket to remove the propeller nut.
Remove the propeller nut and washer (or anode, for saltwater models).
IMPORTANT: Remove the propeller nut with a wrench or a ratchet and socket.
Using another tool may damage the propeller nut or shaft. If the propeller
cannot be removed easily, use a rubber mallet to lightly tap the back side of
the opposite blade. If the propeller cannot be removed, have the propeller
removed by an authorized dealer.
MAINTENANCE
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