Checking Propeller - Yamaha 60F Owner's Manual

NOTE:
If any operation is abnormal, consult a
Yamaha dealer.
Recommended fluid;
Yamaha power trim & tilt fluid or
ATF (DEXRON-
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CHECKING PROPELLER

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You could be seriously injured if the
engine accidentally starts while you are
near the propeller.
8 Before
installing the propeller, disconnect the
ignition cables from the engine. Also,
put the shift control in Neutral, put the
main switch in the OFF position and
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remove the key, and remove the lan-
yard from the engine stop switch. Turn
off the battery cut-off switch if your
boat has one.
8 Do not use your hand to hold the pro-
peller when loosening or tightening the
propeller nut. Put a wood block
between the cavitation plate and the
propeller to prevent the propeller from
turning.
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8 After completing your work, be sure to
securely reconnect the ignition cables
in their proper positions.
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Propeller Checking Point
8 Check each of the propeller blades for
wear, erosion from cavitation or ventila-
tion, or other damage.
8 Check the splines for wear and damage.
8 Check for fish line winding around the
propeller shaft.
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8 Check the propeller shaft oil seal for
damage.
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