Honda BF5A Owner's Manual page 19

Emergency starting
If the recoil starter is not working properly, the engine can be started with
the spare starter rope in the tool kit.
1. Remove the engine cover.
2. Wind the spare rope clockwise around the pulley, and then pull it straight
out to start the engine.
w Keep clear of moving parts.
3. Leave the recoil starter off and reinstall engine cover.
Exposed moving parts can cause injury. Use extreme care when installing
the engine cover. Do not operate the outboard motor without the engine
cover.
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