TOHATSU 2.5 Owner's Manual page 22

Note:
* Return the recoil starter grip slowly when the engine has
started.
Releasing the
starter
grip at the extended position may cause a
trouble in the starting system.
Note:
* In cold weather, pull the starter handle 2 or 3 times while moving up
the choke lever to choke the engine.
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@When the engine has started. immediately return the choke lever to the
"OPEN" position then move the throttle lever downward to slow speed.
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CAUTION
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When the shift lever is at the '"NEUTRAL" position, never move the
throttle lever to medium or high speeds. This may cause serious
damage to the engine by rotating it at excessively high speed.
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