Yamaha T8 Rigging Manual page 326

Outboard Rigging Guide - 2001
4. Adjust the friction control nut 1 according
to the following:
Throttle Friction
1. Adjust the friction control nut 1 as follows:
Completion Check
Static Check
1. Check for smooth shifting in Forward, Neutral
and Reverse.
2. Check the throttle for smooth operation from
fully closed to fully open.
N O T E : Shift in forward and then check the throt-
tle operation.
3. Check the steering friction to make sure
proper friction is obtained.
Check tiller handle tilt up/down. Make sure
the cables and wires are not stretched.
4. Check the power trim/tilt switch.
a. Connect the battery.
b. Push and hold the switch to "UP", the
motor will tilt up.
c. Push and hold the switch to "DN", the
motor will tilt down.
d. Release the switch, the motor will stop at
its current position.
Dynamic Check
CAUTION:
T he engine is going to be started for checking.
T herefore the engine should be supplied cool-
ing water.
Testing condition
• Lock plate is installed to the engine stop
switch.
• Shift position is neutral.
• Insert the key into the main switch, its posi-
tion is "OFF."
• Throttle control is fully closed.
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60, C60/C70/70 Tiller Handle &
Steering Friction Kit