Suzuki DF2.5 Owner's Manual page 26

2. Firmly grasp the starter grip 3 and pull
slowly until resistance is felt. When you feel
it engage, pull the rope sharply to start the
engine. Do not release the rope when it is
pulled out. Hold the rope and allow it to
recoil slowly.
 WARNING
This outboard does not have a start-in-
gear protection system. If the shift lever
is not in the "NEUTRAL" position, the
boat will move suddenly when the engine
is started. This can cause personal injury.
Make sure that the shift lever is in the
"NEUTRAL" position before attempting to
start the engine.
NOTICE
If you pull the starter grip while the
engine is running, the starter system can
be damaged.
Never pull the starter grip while the
engine is running.
3. After starting, use the throttle control grip to
bring the engine to idle.
4. Push the choke knob in.
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NOTE:
In cold weather, you may have to leave the
choke knob out for a longer period of time for
the engine to warm up.
5. Warm up the engine for about 5 minutes.
Cooling water check
As soon as the engine starts, water should
spray out of the pilot water hole 1, indicating
that the water pump and cooling system are
working properly. If you notice that water does
not spray out of the pilot water hole, stop the
engine as soon as possible and consult your
authorized Suzuki Marine Dealer.
NOTICE
Never operate your outboard motor when
there is no water coming out of the pilot
water hole, or severe damage can result.
After starting the engine, check to make
sure that there is water coming out of the
pilot water hole.
 WARNING
Operating the boat when the emergency
stop switch is not operating properly can
be hazardous.
Before starting off, check to make sure
that the emergency stop switch operates
properly.