EMERGENCY STARTING
The electric primer feature will not operate during
the emergency starting procedures. A cold engine
normally requires use of the engine’s primer to
start. To prime the engine manually:
Squeeze the fuel primer bulb and maintain pres-
sure while you move the lever on the primer sole-
noid to MANUAL START. Return the lever to RUN
after 1 to 2 seconds and release the fuel primer
bulb.
WARNING
When using Emergency Starting proce-
dures, the start-in-neutral-only feature is
inoperative. Make sure shift lever is in NEU-
TRAL position to prevent injuries from
unexpected
engine starts.
boat movement when the
DO NOT use jumper cables and a booster
battery to start engine.
DO NOT charge a battery in the boat with an
external charger. Fumes vented during
either operation can lead to an explosion.
The engine cover is a machinery guard. To
prevent injury from moving engine compo-
nents, keep hands, clothes, and hair clear of
powerhead.
2
1
DO NOT turn flywheel by hand. Use starter
cord only.
1.
2.
RUN position
MANUAL START position
Place key switch in OFF position, tilt/run lever in
RUN position, and the motor in normal operating
position. Refer to Tilting and Tilt Support.
WARNING
Move the control handle to NEUTRAL, then remove
engine cover.
To avoid explosion and fire hazard, the lever
on the primer solenoid must be set at RUN
position. With a pressurized fuel tank con-
nected and the lever not at RUN position,
fuel could leak through the carburetor’s air
inlet.
Raise the fast idle lever to the best start position.
Refer to Engine Starting.
Turn the key switch to the ON position ONLY.
Connect clip to the emergency stop / key switch.
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| Categories | BRP Brand Manuals, Johnson 2-Stroke Manuals, Johnson Brand Manuals, Johnson Outboard Manuals |
|---|---|
| Document Type | Boat Motor Manual. Marine Operator's Engine Guide. |
| Tags | Johnson 25 hp, Johnson 30 hp, Johnson E, Johnson EL |
| Model Year | 2004 |
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| Publisher | johnson.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Johnson Outboards |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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