Download Flo-Torq Installation Manual for Mercury Flow-Torque Propeller. INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR FLO-TORO DRIVE HUB PROPELLERS. If the propeller shaft is rotated -while the engine is in gear, there is the possibility that the engine will crank over and start. To prevent this type of accidental engine starting and possible serious injuryeaused from being struck by a rotating propeller, always shift outboard to neutral position and remove spark plug leads when you are servicing the propeller.
Flo-Torq Propeller Installation
1. Install the thrust washer onto the propeller shaft.
2. Install the propeller.
3. Install the tab washer, and secure with the nut. Tighten the nut to the specified torque. Bend the tabs on the tab washer onto the nut.
4. Rotate the propeller to verify interference or binding does not exist between the gear housing and the propeller.
Flo?Torq II Propeller Installation
1. Install and align all of the components.
2. Tighten the nut to the specified torque.
3. Bend the tabs of the tab washer into the rear thrust hub.
4. The propeller must be locked between the forward thrust washer and aft adapter. The propeller must not move on the propeller shaft.
5. Rotate the propeller to verify interference or binding does not exist between the gear housing and the propeller.
Flo?Torq III and Flo?Torq IV Propeller Installation
1. Install and align all of the components.
2. Tighten the nut to the specified torque.
3. Bend the tabs of the tab washer into the rear thrust hub.
4. The drive sleeve must be locked between the forward thrust washer and aft adapter.
5. Rotate the propeller to verify interference or binding does not exist between the gear housing and the propeller. NOTE: A small amount of rotation play and forward aft play is normal.
