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6.0 ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
6.1
Engine
All necessary specifications and information concerning the engine installed aboard your yacht may be
found in the engine Owner's Manual. Read this manual carefully so that it is thoroughly understood. The
life and performance of the engine will depend upon the care it is given.
6.2 Transmission
The reduction gears and reverse gears are contained in the transmission casing attached to the after end of
the engine. These gears normally require little maintenance, however, the oil should be checked from
time to time (see the Engine Owners Manual).
To avoid damage to the gears and to increase clutch life, the engine should ALWAYS be at idle when
shifting gears.
6.3
Saildrive (Standard)
All necessary specifications and information concerning the Saildrive installed aboard your yacht may be
found in the engine Owner's Manual. Read this manual carefully so that it is thoroughly understood. The
life and performance of the engine will depend upon the care it is given
6.4 Propellers
The standard propeller supplied with the yacht is a folding two bladed bronze unit.
When sailing, it is advised to lock the propeller by putting the engine "in reverse" after it has been shut
off. This will prevent the propeller from rotating or "free wheeling". The folding propeller on the
Saildrive unit is a geared propeller, which will automatically close the propeller blades when sailing.
6.5
Removal of Propeller
Refer to the engine Owner’s Manual for detailed instructions on removal of the propeller.
6.6
Installation of the Propeller
Refer to the engine Owner’s Manual for detailed instructions on installation of the propeller.
6.8 Exhaust System
The exhaust system utilizes a horizontal type muffler. In operation, the engine water pump draws water
through the engine intake port, circulates it through the engine block then into the muffler. The water is
mixed with the exhaust gases in the muffler and discharged overboard through the exhaust port in the
stern of the yacht.
In a yacht fitted with fresh water cooling, an auxiliary pump draws water through the intake port,
circulates it through a heat exchanger then pumps it into the muffler and overboard through the exhaust