Throttle Override System (T.o.r.s.) Check - Yamaha VK540EG Owner's Manual

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THROTTLE OVERRIDE SYSTEM (T.O.R.S.) CHECK

WARNING
When checking T.O.R.S.:
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Be sure the parking brake is applied.
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Be sure the throttle lever moves smoothly.
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Do not run the engine up to clutch engagement rpm.
Otherwise, the machine could start moving forward
unexpectedly, which could cause an accident.
1. Start the engine.
NOTE:
Refer to STARTING THE ENGINE.
2. Hold the pivot point of the throttle lever away from the
throttle switch by putting your thumb (above) and fore-
finger (below) between the throttle lever pivot 1 and
stop switch housing 2.
While holding as described above, press the throttle
lever 3 gradually.
The engine should stop immediately.
WARNING
If the engine does not stop, stop the engine by turning
the main switch to the "OFF" position and consult a
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Yamaha dealer.
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