Removing Propeller; Installing Propeller - Yamaha 60F Owner's Manual

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Removing propeller

EMU29195
Spline models
1. Straighten the cotter pin and pull it out
using a pair of pliers.
2. Remove the propeller nut, washer, and
spacer (if equipped).
1. Cotter pin
2. Propeller nut
3. Washer
4. Spacer
5. Propeller
6. Thrust washer
1. Cotter pin
2. Propeller nut
3. Washer
4. Spacer
5. Propeller
6. Thrust washer
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5
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3. Remove the propeller and thrust wash-
er.
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Installing propeller

EMU29231
Spline models
ECM00340
CAUTION:
Be sure to install the thrust washer be-
G
fore installing the propeller, otherwise
the lower case and propeller boss
could be damaged.
Be sure to use a new cotter pin and
G
bend the ends over securely. Otherwise
the propeller could come off during op-
eration and be lost.
1. Apply Yamaha marine grease or a cor-
rosion resistant grease to the propeller
shaft.
2. Install the spacer (if equipped), thrust
washer, and propeller on the propeller
shaft.
3. Install the spacer (if equipped) and the
washer. Tighten the propeller nut to the
specified torque.
4. Align the propeller nut with the propeller
shaft hole. Insert a new cotter pin in the
hole and bend the cotter pin ends.
NOTE:
If the propeller nut does not align with the
propeller shaft hole after tightening to the
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