switch.

Operation

●Avoid accidentally pulling the cord dur- ing normal operation. Loss of engine power means the loss of most steering control. Also, without engine power, the boat could slow rapidly. This could cause people and objects in the boat to be thrown forward.

1.Place the gear shift lever in neutral.

TIP:

The start-in-gear protection device prevents the engine from starting except when in neu- tral.

2. Attach the engine shut-off cord to a secure place on your clothing, or your arm or leg. Then install the clip on the other end of the cord into the engine shut-off

3.Place the throttle grip in the “” (start) position.

4. Pull out / turn the choke knob fully. Place the choke knob back in to the second or third position to warm up the engine after starting. When the engine has fully warmed up, replace the choke knob back in to its home position.

TIP:

● It is not necessary to use the choke when starting a warm engine.

● If the choke knob is left in the pulled out position while the engine is running, the engine will run poorly or stall.

5. Pull the manual starter handle slowly until you feel resistance. Then give a strong pull straight out to crank and start the en- gine. Repeat if necessary.

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