Follow the starting procedure in Engine Starting.
While seated, pull hard on emergency starting cord
to start motor. After the motor starts, run it at less
than 2000 RPM in NEUTRAL for two minutes, then
reduce speed to an idle.
DO NOT attempt to replace manual starter or en-
gine cover while engine is running. If equipped, at-
tach emergency stop switch’s lanyard to a secure
place on your clothing.
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Proceed to nearest harbor for service.
FUEL ECONOMY
The economy throttle position can save fuel, de-
pending on boat load and hull design. When boat
reaches top speed, throttle back from FULL
SPEED. You will save fuel without a noticeable loss
of speed.
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Locking tabs
Tie a knot in one end of your emergency starter
cord and hook it in the notch on the flywheel. Wind
the cord clockwise around the ridge of the flywheel.
WARNING
DO NOT wind emergency starter cord
around your hand. The resulting recoil
could pull your hand into the rotating fly-
wheel, causing personal injury.
Thread a suitable piece of hardware halfway
through one knot on the emergency starter
cord so it forms a secure handle.
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2
1.
2.
Knot
NEUTRAL
Engine Starting - 25
| Categories | BRP Brand Manuals, Johnson 4-Stroke Manuals, Johnson Brand Manuals, Johnson Outboard Manuals |
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| Document Type | Boat Motor Manual. Marine Operator's Engine Guide. |
| Tags | Johnson 8 hp, Johnson R4, Johnson RL4 |
| Model Year | 2004 |
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| Publisher | johnson.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Johnson Outboards |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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