Procedure

Cold Engine Start – Manual Starter Type

1. Pull the choke knob fully out. WARNING: Choke is not necessary when the engine is warm. Set the throttle grip to RE-START position instead. 2. Pull the starter handle slowly until you feel engagement, keep pulling until you feel less resistance, then pull it quickly. WARNING: If engine does not start after 4 or 5 starting operations, push the choke knob back and restart. 3. Repeat the pull procedure until the outboard motor starts. (Note: this engine is equipped with a compression release mechanism.) 4. After engine starts, gradually return (push in) the choke knob while monitoring engine speed. If engine speed is unstable, pull the choke knob back out as needed. 5. Check that cooling water is flowing from the cooling water check port.