ADJUSTMENTS
Carburetor
High speed fuel calibration is maintained by fixed
high speed jet in the carburetor. Fixed jets are not
adjustable.
Idle Speed Adjustment
The idle speed adjusting knob is located at the end
of the steering handle. Before turning the knob, be
sure the throttle is at SLOW and the motor has
reached normal operating temperature:
Low speed fuel calibration is set at the factory with
a range of adjustment provided. If your engine dis-
plays poor running quality at low speed or idle, ask
your DEALER to perform the necessary adjust-
ments.
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Increase idle speed — turn knob clockwise
Decrease idle speed — turn knob counterclock-
wise
Steering Friction
The steering friction was set on your new motor be-
fore it left the factory. After the first 10 hours of ser-
vice, check to see that it is still correct; a slight drag
should be felt when turning the motor. If adjustment
is necessary, turn the adjustment screw:
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Clockwise to increase friction; or
Counterclockwise to decrease friction.
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Idle speed adjusting knob
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If your engine displays poor running quality at idle,
ask your DEALER to perform the necessary adjust-
ments.
Throttle Friction
Adjust until a slight drag is felt when accelerating or
decelerating only. DO NOT overtighten.
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Steering friction screw
WARNING
DO NOT overtighten for “hands-off” steer-
ing. Reduced steering control could result.
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Throttle friction screw
Maintenance - 31
| Categories | BRP Brand Manuals, Johnson 2-Stroke Manuals, Johnson Brand Manuals, Johnson Outboard Manuals |
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| Tags | Johnson 6 hp, Johnson 8 hp, Johnson R, Johnson RL |
| Model Year | 2004 |
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