Steering Friction Adjuster - Yamaha 40V Owner's Manual

Components
its operation is described below.
" (off)
"
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With the main switch in the "
tion, the electrical circuits are off, and the key
can be removed.
" (on)
"
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With the main switch in the "
tion, the electrical circuits are on, and the key
cannot be removed.
" (start)
"
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With the main switch in the "
sition, the starter motor turns to start the en-
gine. When the key is released, it returns
automatically to the "
EMU26111

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.
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" (off) posi-
" (on) posi-
" (start) po-
" (on) position.
To increase resistance, turn the lever to the
port side "A".
To decrease resistance, turn the lever to the
starboard side "B".
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WARNING
Do not overtighten the friction adjuster. If
there is too much resistance, it could be
difficult to steer, which could result in an
accident.
TIP:
Check the tiller handle for smooth move-
●
ment when the lever is turned to the star-
board side "B".
Do not apply lubricants such as grease to
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the friction areas of the steering friction ad-
juster.
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.