PROPELLER
Inspection
Carefully examine propeller and outboard for the following:
- Damaged blades and signs of propeller cavitation (burned paint, etc.)
- Spun or overheated inner hub
- Worn or twisted splines and inadequate lubricant
- Damaged or missing converging ring (if applicable)
- Damage to outer hub area
- Worn, missing, or incorrect thrust washer and spacer
- Correct size and style
- Check for bent or damaged propeller shaft and twisted splines.
Refer to Propeller Hardware Installation on p. 74.
When servicing the propeller, always shift the outboard to NEUTRAL, turn the key switch OFF, and disconnect the battery positive (+) cable so the outboard cannot be started accidentally.
SHIFT INTERRUPT SWITCH
IMPORTANT: The shift interrupt switch signal is not utilized on 60°V4 or 60°V6 Evinrude ETEC models. Low idle speeds do not require shift interrupt function. The shift switch function is used on V4 models when an accessory tiller conversion kit is added. Refer to tiller handle kit installation instructions for details.
The shift interrupt switch is in contact with the shift lever (positioned at the base of the powerhead). The switch is normally open and activates momentarily as the shift linkage moves.
Excessive shift loads activate the switch. Typically the switch is depressed when the linkage moves from the FORWARD or REVERSE position into the NEUTRAL position.
- Switch, shift interrupt
