Honda BF8D Owner's Manual page 60

OPERATION
EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH
IGNITION SWITCH KEY
After cruising at full throttle, cool
down the engine by idling for a few
minutes before stopping the engine.
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2. Turn the ignition switch key to the
OFF position or press the
emergency stop switch until the
engine stops.
3. When the boat is not in use,
remove and store the ignition
switch key and the emergency stop
switch clip and lanyard. If you are
using a portable fuel tank,
disconnect the fuel hose if you
will be storing or transporting the
outboard motor.