Mercury 60 Operation, Maintenance & Installation Manual page 54

1. Remove flywheel cover.
Electric start models
The neutral‑speed‑protection device is inoperative when starting the engine
with the emergency starter rope. Set the engine speed at idle and the gear
shift in neutral to prevent the outboard from starting in gear.
2. Shift outboard to neutral (N) position.
N
3. Turn the ignition key to "ON" position.
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