Twin Disc MG-5170DC, Service Manual

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Twin Disc, Incorporated
Introduction
Marine Transmission Service Manual #1020667
Important Safety Notice
Proper installation, maintenance, and operation procedures must be followed
due to the possible danger to person(s) or property from accidents that may
result from the use of machinery. Twin Disc, Inc. will not be responsible for
personal injury resulting from careless maintenance/working practices.
Inspect as necessary to assure safe operations under prevailing conditions.
Proper guards and other safety devices that may be specified in safety codes
should be provided. These devices are neither provided by, nor are they the
responsibility of Twin Disc, Inc.
Selecting NEUTRAL disengages transmission clutches but does not
prevent propeller shaft rotation. If you require positive neutral (propeller
shaft locked), a shaft brake or other shaft-locking device must be used.
To prevent accidental starting of the engine when performing routine
transmission maintenance, disconnect the battery cables from the
battery and remove ignition key from the switch.
Most Twin Disc products have provisions for attaching lifting bolts.
The holes provided are always of adequate size and number to safely
lift the Twin Disc product. These lifting points must not be used to lift
the complete power unit. Lifting excessive loads at these points could
cause failure at the lift point (or points) and result in damage or personal
injury.
Select lifting eyebolts to obtain maximum thread engagement with bolt
shoulder tight against housing. Bolts should be near but should not
contact bottom of bolt hole.