Honda Outboard Motor BF5A Owner's Manual page 17

3. Pull the starter rope slowly until resistance is felt, then pull briskly.
CAUTION:
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Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the housing; return it
gently by hand to prevent damage to the starter.
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Do not pull the starter grip while the engine is running, as that may
damage the starter.
4. The oil pressure indicator lamp should be on while the engine is running.
If the lamp goes off, stop the engine immediately, check the engine oil
level and inspect the engine for oil leaks.
OIL PRESSURE !NDICATOR LAMP
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