Yamaha F25 Owner's Manual page 59

TIP:
The start-in-gear protection device prevents
the engine from starting except when in neu-
tral.
2. Attach the engine shut-off cord to a se-
cure place on your clothing, or your arm
or leg. Then install the clip on the other
end of the cord into the engine shut-off
switch.
3. Place the throttle grip in the "
(start) position. After the engine starts,
return the throttle to the fully closed po-
sition.
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4. Push the starter button to start the en-
gine.
5. Immediately after the engine starts, re-
lease the starter button and allow it to re-
turn to its original position. NOTICE:
Never push the starter button while
the engine is running. Do not keep
the starter motor turning for more
than 5 seconds. If the starter motor is
turned continuously for more than 5
seconds, the battery will be quickly
discharged, thus making it impossi-
ble to start the engine. The starter can
also be damaged. If the engine will
not start after 5 seconds of cranking,
release the starter button, wait 10
seconds, then crank the engine
again.
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TIP:
When the engine is cold, it needs to be
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