Section 4
4-6
380 Express Series
Strut and Cutlass Bearing - Inboards, V-Drives
The propeller shaft is supported on the outside of the hull by a strut.
The strut is equipped with a water-lubricated plastic bearing that
permits free rotation of the propeller shaft.
Propellers
The propellers installed on your yacht were selected because their
diameter and pitch provide the optimum speed and performance
under average conditions of load. Propeller selection must be based
on the ability of the engine to turn the propeller and achieve the
manufacturer’s recommended RPM at full throttle.
CAUTION
The cutlass bearing is water-lubricated. Running the
propeller out of the water could result in bearing
failure and damage to the shaft.
CSR161-7A
CUTLASS BEARING
STRUT
CAUTION
Propellers can be very sharp. Be careful when you
handle them. Wear protective gloves when handling
any propeller. Remove the key from the ignition switch
and remove the emergency stop switch clip, if your
yacht is equipped with stop switches, to prevent
accidental starting of the engines. Do not use
damaged propellers. Damaged propellers can damage
your engine and boat.
NOTE
Variations from average loadings, bottom condition and/or
engine condition could call for a propeller change to
achieve the performance desired.
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