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YOUR
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)ROPELLER
Motors are equipped with a propeller which gives the
best all around performance on the average boat.
Adding a high speed propeller to a motor will not
increase the speed of the boat unless the boat itself
is light and designed to develop higher speed. We
cannot be responsible for wear or damage to a motor
used for racing or equipped with a racing propeller.
SHOCKABSORBIR
The shock absorber assembly (item 35, page 14)
consists of a comparatively strong spring inserted
tightly into a retainer and pilot. The retainer is
locked to upper driveshaft and pilot pinned to lower
driveshaJt. Action of the slip clutch assembly is
such that when the propeller strikes an underwater
obstruction the spring is caused to coil slightly
in either the retainer or pilot, or in both, releasing
its grip, thereby absorbing shock of sudden impact.
PROPELLERDRIVEPiN
Should
the propeller strike anunderwaterobstructlon
forcibly, the propeller drive pin may shear. This
should rarely, if ever, occur, because
of the shock
absorber. TURNOFF MOTOR
IMMEDIATELY. Re-
move rubber cap. Remove broken pin by driving
parts out with a punch. Examinepropeller. A blow
forceful enoughto shearthe drive pin may also have
damagedthe propeller seriously. Propellershouldbe
replacedi-fbadlydamaged. Drlve a new
pin lnplace,
securilg propeller to theshaft. Replacerubbercap.
REMOVINGMOTORFROMBOAT
At end of run, wlth motor runnlng in NEUTRAL,
close fuel shut-off valve and permit motor torununtil
it stops, draining carburetor. Close airvent screw
in filler cap. The motor can then be carried with-
out fuel leakage. For safety, always drain fuel
tank before transporting motor. Also drain water
thoroughly as in "Care of Motor in Cold Weather. "
When removing motor Irom boat, lift motor in a
straight upward position and hold this position for
a brief period until all water is drained from the
underwater exhaust tube and water cooling system.
Do not stand motor on top or carry with the top down
before draining water, as this may allow water to
enter the power head from underwater exhaust tube.
CAREOFMOTORINCOLDWEATHER
The motor will not lreeze while in use, but when it
is idle, water in the cylinders or pump might freeze
and damage the motor. Drain by setting the motor in
an upright position and pulling starter cord several
times with speed control grip in STOP position. If
the motor is to be stored during cold weather, be
sure that no water is left in the motor or it mav
freeze. (See "Preparation for Storage.
")
SALT
WATER
INSTRUCTIONS
When using a motor in salt water it should be re-
moved from the boat
whennot in service. Flushthe
motor thoroughly either by running it in a tank of
fresh water or by removing WATER FLUSH plug
(Figure ?) and using an adapter (available through
your regular Service Parts Source), run fresh water
through cooling system. Avoid excesslve pressure
which might damage gaskets. Wipe the motor dry
and go oyer all parts with an oily cloth. This should
be done as soon as possible a-fter removing motor
from boat.
GTARLI.'BRICATION
Where a complete change of lubricant is required,
remove both the fill and drain plugs (Figure ?) with
motor in upright position. Drain out all of the oil ,
water, or residue, replace the drain plug, then fill
the gear case through the fili ptrug
with a pump type
oil can. Replace plug.
See back cover of this manual for specifications of
correct gear lubricant. In case of emergency it is
permissible to use S.A.E. 30 oil , but oniy until such
time as the proper lubricant can be obtained.
The gear case should be checked for presence of
water at frequent intervals. When checking. the
motor must have been idle for some time to allow
oil and water to separate. To check. remove the oil
fill plug and loosen the oil drain plug partly to alkrw
enough of the lubricant to drain out to determint:
whether or not water is present. U no watel is
present the drain plu€i may be retightened without
excessive loss of lubricant. Be sure to refill the
gear case to the fill plug level. lf water is present
drain gear case and refill. AJter running motor for
several hours, again check for water. if presence of
water persists. have seals in sear ca.sechecked"
BY-PASS COVER
WATER INLET
