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Operation

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Propellers

• A propeller can be very sharp. Be careful when you handle

it. Wear a pair of protective gloves when handling any

propeller.

• Remove your key from the ignition to prevent accidental

starting of the engine.

• DO NOT reuse the nylon locknut or the cotter pin.

• DO NOT use a damaged propeller. A damaged propeller can

damage your engine and/or your boat.

Nothing is more important to the proper performance of your boat than the condition of

the propeller. Even slight propeller damage can mean the loss of one MPH. Greater

damage can mean considerably more speed loss. Worse yet, damage usually is not done

to each blade uniformly and, therefore, sets up imbalanced vibrations that can cause

fatigue damage to other parts of the engine or drive system.

Your propeller is custom calibrated for your

Axis by our Research and Design team to

give maximum performance. Before

installing props other than those suggested

by Axis Wake Research contact your dealer,

otherwise adverse handling and top speed

characteristics may be experienced.

The prop is identified by two numbers, i.e.,

13 x 14, and material identification such as

brass or stainless steel. The first number is

the diameter of the prop and the second

is the pitch. The pitch is the angle of the

blades and is measured in how far the

boat will travel through the water in one revolution. In this case, for every one revolution

the boat will travel 14 in.

Do not operate engine above the manufacturer’s

recommended RPM rating; severe damage could result,

voiding the warranty.

At least once a year, more often if you use your boat extensively, you should have your

local Axis dealer inspect the propeller for any possible damage.

At least once a month, if you use your boat regularly, you should check and tighten the prop

nut. If it is necessary to remove the prop, use care. If the prop is not removed correctly, damage

could result if it comes off the shaft too quickly and hits the ground. Whenever possible, use a

prop pulling tool to remove prop, this will reduce the chance of damaging the prop.

KC-2220M

Figure 3-14. Propeller

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