Yamaha F9.9 Owner's Manual page 57

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.
4. Pull out the choke knob fully.
5. Pull the manual starter handle slowly until
you feel resistance. Then give a strong
pull straight out to crank and start the en-
gine.
"
6. After the engine starts, slowly return the
manual starter handle to its original posi-
tion before releasing it.
7. Slowly return the throttle grip to the fully
closed position.
8. Return the choke knob to the home posi-
tion gradually.
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