Yamaha F8A - Page 47

Operation
5. After the engine starts, slowly return the
manual starter handle to its original posi-
tion before releasing it.
6. Slowly return the throttle grip to the fully
closed position.
4. Pull the manual starter handle slowly until
you feel resistance. Then give a strong
pull straight out to crank and start the en-
gine.
Electric start models (remote control)
WARNING
 Failure to attached engine shut-off cord
could result in a runaway boat if opera-
tor is ejected. Attach the engine shut-off
cord to a secure place on your clothing,
or your arm or leg while operating. Do
not attach the cord to clothing that could
TIP:
tear loose. Do not route the cord where
 If the engine does not start, place the throt-
it could become entangled, preventing it
tle grip in the “ ” (warm engine)
from functioning.
position and try again.
 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 remote control lever in neutral.
 It is not necessary to use the choke when
starting a warm engine.
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