Yamaha 8, Owner'S Manual

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Basic components
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power, the boat could slow rapidly. This
could cause people and objects in the
boat to be thrown forward.
NOTE:
The engine cannot be started with the lock
plate removed.
EMU26001
Engine stop button
To open the ignition circuit and stop the en-
gine, push this button.
EMU26011
Choke knob for pull type
To supply the engine with the rich fuel mix-
ture required to start, pull out this knob.
EMU26070
Manual starter handle
To start the engine, first gently pull the han-
dle out until resistance is felt. From that posi-
tion, then pull the handle straight out quickly
to crank the engine.
EMU26122
Steering friction adjuster
A friction device provides adjustable resis-
tance to the steering mechanism, and can be
set according to operator preference. An ad-
justing screw or bolt is located on the swivel
bracket.
1. Lock plate
2. Lanyard
ZMU02851
1
2
ZMU02852
ZMU02860