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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
b
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a -
Block of wood
b -
Trim tab
3. Slide the propeller and thrust hub off of the propeller shaft.
Summary of Contents for Zeus 3000 Series
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Page 20: ...Section 1 Limited Warranty Notes Page 12 90 866938081 MAY 2009...
Page 30: ...Section 2 Getting to Know Your Power Package Notes Page 22 90 866938081 MAY 2009...
Page 82: ...Section 3 On the Water Notes Page 74 90 866938081 MAY 2009...
Page 86: ...Section 4 Specifications Notes Page 78 90 866938081 MAY 2009...
Page 94: ...Section 5 Maintenance Page 86 90 866938081 MAY 2009 Date Maintenance Performed Engine Hours...