Mercury 200 Optimax DTS Owner's Manual page 54

NOTE: The engines will not start unless the lanyard is set to the "RUN" position.
4. Set the lanyard stop switch to the "RUN" position. Refer to General Information ‑ Lanyard Stop Switch.
5. Shift outboards to neutral (N) position.
6. For initial start of a new engine or for an engine that ran out of fuel, or was drained of fuel, the fuel system
should be filled as follows:
a. Squeeze the fuel line primer bulb until it feels firm.
b. Turn the ignition key switch to the "ON" position for three seconds. This operates the electric fuel pump.
c. Turn the ignition key switch back to the "OFF" position, and squeeze the primer bulb again until it feels
firm. Turn the ignition key switch to the "ON" position again for three seconds. Continue this procedure
until the fuel line primer bulb stays firm.
7. Turn the each ignition key to "START" position and release the key. The electronic starting system will
automatically crank the engine for starting. If engine fails to start, the engine will stop cranking. Return the
key to "START" position and try again. Repeat the procedure for the other engines.
8. The "ACTIVE" light will become illuminated to show the helm is active and ready for use..
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