Mercury Jet 40 Manual page 41

To prevent getting an electrical shock, do not touch any ignition component, wiring, or spark plug wire when
starting or running the engine.
The exposed moving flywheel can cause serious injury. Keep your hands, hair, clothing, tools, and other objects
away from engine when starting or running the engine. Do not attempt to reinstall the flywheel cover or top cowl
when engine is running.
5. Place starter rope knot into the flywheel notch and wind the rope clockwise around the flywheel.
6. If engine is cold, hold the fuel primer button in and pump up the fuel pressure with the fuel primer bulb.
7. Pull the starter rope to start the engine.
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