Yamaha F8F Owner's Manual page 49

(3) Open the throttle slightly without shifting
using the neutral throttle lever. You may
need to change the throttle opening
slightly depending on engine tempera-
ture. After the engine starts, return the
throttle to the original position.
N
TIP:
 As a starting point, lift the lever just until
you feel resistance, then lift slightly more.
 The neutral throttle lever can only be used
when the remote control lever is in neutral.
(4) Pull out / turn the choke knob fully. After
the engine starts, replace / return the
knob to the home position.
TIP:
 It is not necessary to use the choke when
starting a warm engine.
 If the choke knob is left in the "
position while the engine is running, the en-
gine will run poorly or stall.
(5) Pull the manual starter handle slowly un-
til you feel resistance. Then give a strong
pull straight out to crank and start the en-
gine. Repeat if necessary.
(6) After the engine starts, slowly return the
manual starter handle to its original posi-
tion before releasing it.
TIP:
 When the engine is cold, it needs to be
warmed up. For further information, see
page 46.
 If the engine does not start on the first try,
repeat the procedure. If the engine fails to
start after 4 or 5 tries, open the throttle a
small amount and try again. Also if the en-
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