
Stern Drive
General Information
The Konrad 500 Series stern drives are designed
to accommodate engines that generate up to 738 lb.
ft. (1000 Nm) of torque.
There is a sixteen degree (16°) trim range to
optimize vessel performance while underway.
There is an additional 30 degrees (30°) of lift range
that may only be used in an emergency or when the
stern drive is being serviced or transported.
The Konrad 500 Series stern drives are
designed for applications where the vessel transom
angle is 14 degrees (14°). Applications that do not
meet this criteria may require extra equipment or
modications, or may not be possible at all. The
Konrad 520 stern drive is designed to accommodate
propellers (aluminum and stainless steel) with
a maximum diameter of 20 in (50.8 cm). The
Konrad 540 and 560 can accommodate propellers
(aluminum and stainless steel) with a maximum
diameter of 16 in. (40.6 cm).
General Operation
The engine produces power (clockwise or
counterclockwise) that is transmitted through a
reversing transmission. A coaxial planetary-style
reversing transmission is normally used in recre-
ational applications. A twin shaft vertically offset
standard reversing transmission (with coaxial ad-
ditions available) is normally used in commercial
applications. From this point the transmission is
connected via close couple or drive shaft (different
shafts are discussed in detail in Step 6 on pages 29
- 32 in this manual). The power is then transmitted
through a series of shafts and gears and then to the
propeller(s).
Safety Notices
Read and understand all of the safety precau-
tions and warnings before performing any installa-
tion or repair.
This list contains the general safety precautions
and warnings that MUST be followed to provide
personal safety. This list is only a suggested safety
guideline. Working conditions vary greatly and
safety measures will vary upon your individual cir-
cumstances.
ALWAYS USE CAUTION. Make sure the
work area surrounding the product is safe. Be
aware of hazardous conditions that can exist.
ALWAYS wear protective eyewear and
protective footwear when working.
DO NOT wear loose-tting or torn clothing.
Remove all jewelry when working.
DO NOT work on anything that is supported
only by lifting jacks or a hoist.
ALWAYS use blocks or proper stands to
support the product before performing any
service work.
TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, use
a hoist or get assistance when lifting stern
drive components. Make sure all lifting de-
vices such as chains, hooks or slings are in
good condition and are of the correct lifting
capacity.
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