Honda BF9.9A Owner's Manual page 23

Emergency stating
If the recoil starter is not working properly, the engine can be started
with the spare starter rope in the tool kit.
1. Remove the engine cover.
2. Remove the recoil starter by re-
moving the three 6 mm bolts.
6MM BOLT6
3. Disconnect the neutral starter
cable.
4. Wind the spare rope clockwise
around the pulley, and then pull it
straight out to start the engine.
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Keep clear of moving pa-.
5. Leave the recoil starter off and
reinstall engine cover.
STARTER CABLE
STARTER ROPE
Exposed moving parts can cause
injury. Use extreme care when
installing the engine cover. Do not
operate the outboard motor
Without the engine cover.
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