Yamaha 6M8-F8199-18 Outboard Motor User Manual


 
Basic components
14
To increase resistance, turn the adjuster
clockwise.
To decrease resistance, turn the adjuster
counterclockwise.
WARNING
EWM00040
Do not overtighten the friction adjuster. If
there is too much resistance, it could be
difficult to steer, which could result in an
accident.
EMU26261
Trim rod (tilt pin)
The position of the trim rod determines the
minimum trim angle of the outboard motor in
relation to the transom.
EMU26280
Shallow water lever
Pushing this lever down will tilt the motor up
partially to provide more clearance when op-
erating in shallow water.
EMU26320
Tilt support knob
To keep the outboard motor in the tilted up
position, push the tilt support knob under the
swivel bracket.
EMU26371
Top cowling lock lever(s) (turn type)
To remove the engine top cowling, turn the
lock lever(s) and lift off the cowling. When in-
stalling the cowling, check to be sure it fits
properly in the rubber seal. Then lock the
cowling again by returning the lever(s) to the
lock position.
ZMU04508
ZMU02853
ZMU02854
ZMU02855