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5. Set the controls the same as for
normal starting (p. 48 – 49,
51 – 52).
Turn the ignition switch key to the
ON position.
6. Set the alternator pulley so the
cutouts are on the right and left
sides of the alternator pulley as
shown. Hook the knot at the end of
the starter rope (accessory) against
a cutout in the alternator pulley,
and wind the starter rope one and
half turns counterclockwise along
the groove in the alternator pulley.
7. Pull the emergency starter rope
slowly until resistance is felt, then
pull briskly.
Keep away from moving parts
while pulling the rope.
If necessary, rewind the rope and
pull again. If the engine does not
start after several attempts, refer to
TAKING CARE OF
UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS on
p. 103 – 105.
EMERGENCY
STARTER ROPE
ALTERNATOR
PULLEY
KNOT
EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE
Direction to pull
Exposed moving parts can
cause injury.
• Do not operate the
outboard motor without
the engine cover.
• Use extreme care when
installing the engine cover.
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