TOHATSU 2.5 Owner's Manual page 21

Note:
(1) If the engine is still warm from previous running, set the choke
lever to the "OPEN" position to restart.
(2) When restarting the engine just after the engine has stopped,
never set the choke lever to the '"CLOSE" position. If the choke
lever is set to the "CLOSE" position, excess fuel will be supplied to
the carburetor leading to difficulty in starting the engine.
@Set the throttle lever to the "START" position.
@) Ease out the recoil starter grip slowly until you feel the ratchet engage. then
give it a sharp tug.
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