Honda Marine BF40A Owner's Manual page 44

5. STARTING THE ENGINE (TILLER HANDLE TYPE)
THROTTLE GRIP
6. If it was necessary to use the choke knob to start the
engine, slowly return it to its initial position. Turn the
throttle grip in the SLOW direction to a position where
the engine does not stall.
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WATER INTAKE
(each side)
7. After the engine starts, verify water is flowing through the
cooling system by monitoring the cooling system indicator.
The amount of water coming out of the cooling system
indicator will vary due to thermostat operation. Stop the
engine if water does not come out of the cooling system
indicator or if you see steam. Check the water intake
screens and the cooling system indicator discharge port
and if necessary remove any obstructions. If the problem
continues, contact your closest authorized Honda Marine
dealer.
-1 Running the outboard motor with an obstruc-
tion in the cooling system can damage the water pump
and overheat the engine.
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