Speed Control
EMERGENCY STARTING
After gear engagement, move the control handle
slowly in the same direction to increase speed.
WARNING
Fast Idle in NEUTRAL
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 sudden boat
movement when engine starts.
Concealed Side Mount and Binnacle Mount
Controls
IMPORTANT:
Avoid excessive engine RPM in
NEUTRAL — adjust the throttle so the engine does
not overspeed.
DO NOT use jumper cables and a booster
battery to start engine.
With the control handle in NEUTRAL, push the fast
idle button while using the other hand to move the
control handle forward, past the forward gear de-
tent and into the throttle range. If equipped with a
neutral lock tab, squeeze it to begin handle travel.
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.
DO NOT turn flywheel by hand. Use starter
cord only.
Place key switch in OFF position with the motor in
normal operating position. Refer to Power Trim
and Tilt.
Move the control handle to NEUTRAL, then remove
engine cover.
1.
Fast idle button
When ready to shift, move the control handle back
to NEUTRAL. Engine speed will reduce and the
shift function will automatically engage for move-
ment into FORWARD or REVERSE.
On models with QuikStart electronic starting or fuel
injection, use the Fast Idle in NEUTRAL feature
only to clear a flooded condition. Refer to Trouble
Check Chart.
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- Engine Starting
| Categories | BRP Brand Manuals, Johnson 2-Stroke Manuals, Johnson Brand Manuals, Johnson Outboard Manuals |
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| Tags | Johnson 40 hp, Johnson 50 hp, Johnson PL |
| Model Year | 2004 |
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