Yamaha F8D Outboard Motor User Manual


 
Basic components
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tor up. Pressing the switch “” (down) tilts
the outboard motor down. When the switch is
released, the outboard motor will stop in its
current position.
NOTE:
For instructions on using the power tilt switch,
see pages 36 and 38.
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Steering friction adjuster
A friction device provides adjustable resis-
tance to the steering mechanism, and can be
set according to operator preference. An ad-
juster lever is located on the bottom of the
tiller handle bracket.
To increase resistance, turn the lever to the
left.
To decrease resistance, turn the lever to the
right.
WARNING
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Do not overtighten the friction adjuster. If
there is too much resistance, it could be
difficult to steer, which could result in an
accident.
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Trim rod (tilt pin)
The position of the trim rod determines the
minimum trim angle of the outboard motor in
relation to the transom.
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