Starting Engine - Yamaha F6A Owner's Manual

Operation
3. If a steering friction adjuster is provided
on your outboard motor, securely attach
the fuel line to the fuel line clamp.
NOTE:
During engine operation place the tank hori-
zontally, otherwise fuel cannot be drawn from
the fuel tank.
4. Squeeze the primer pump, with the arrow
pointing up, until you feel it become firm.
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Starting engine

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WARNING
Before starting the engine, make sure that
the boat is tightly moored and that you can
steer clear of any obstructions. Be sure
there are no swimmers in the water near
you.
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Manual start models (tiller control)
1. Place the gear shift lever in neutral.
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NOTE:
The start-in-gear protection device prevents
the engine from starting except when in neu-
tral.
2. Attach the engine shut-off cord to a se-
cure place on your clothing, or your arm
or leg. Then install the clip on the other
end of the cord into the engine shut-off
switch.
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WARNING
Attach the engine shut-off cord to a se-
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cure place on your clothing, or your arm
or leg while operating.
Do not attach the cord to clothing that
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could tear loose. Do not route the cord
where it could become entangled, pre-
venting it from functioning.