Yamaha F8D Outboard Motor User Manual


 
Basic components
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EMU25830
Fuel joint
This joint is used to connect the fuel line.
EMU25841
Fuel gauge
This gauge is located on either the fuel tank
cap or on the fuel joint base. It shows the ap-
proximate amount of fuel remaining in the
tank.
EMU25850
Fuel tank cap
This cap seals the fuel tank. When removed,
the tank can be filled with fuel. To remove the
cap, turn it counterclockwise.
EMU25860
Air vent screw
This screw is on the fuel tank cap. To loosen
the screw, turn it counterclockwise.
EMU26180
Remote control
The remote control lever actuates both the
shifter and the throttle. The electrical switches
are mounted on the remote control box.
EMU26190
Remote control lever
Moving the lever forward from the neutral po-
sition engages forward gear. Pulling the lever
back from neutral engages reverse. The en-
gine will continue to run at idle until the lever
is moved about 35° (a detent can be felt).
Moving the lever farther opens the throttle,
and the engine will begin to accelerate.
1. Air vent screw
2. Fuel gauge
3. Fuel joint
4. Fuel tank cap
ZMU01992
3
2
4
1
1. Power trim and tilt switch
2. Remote control lever
3. Neutral interlock trigger
4. Neutral throttle lever
5. Main switch / choke switch
6. Engine stop lanyard switch
7. Throttle friction adjuster
1. Neutral “”
2. Forward “”
3. Reverse “”
4. Shift
5. Fully closed
6. Throttle
7. Fully open
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