Honda Marine BF135A Owner's Manual page 50

OPERATION
If the engine fails to start within 5
seconds, release the key and wait
at least 10 seconds before
operating the starter again.
Using the electric starter f or more
than 5 seconds at a time will
overheat the starter motor and can
damage it.
Turning the ignition switch key to
the START position while the
engine is running can damage the
starter motor and f lywheel.
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N (neutral)
CONTROL
LEVER
FAST IDLE BUTTON
5. Before getting underway, allow
the engine to warm-up sufficiently
to ensure good performance.
Above 41°F (5°C), warm-up the
engine for at least 3 minutes.
Below 41°F (5°C), warm-up the
engine for at least 5 minutes at
2,000 rpm. Push the fast idle
button, and then move the control
lever forward or reverse to open
the throttle and achieve
approximately 2,000 rpm.
If the engine is not properly
warmed up bef ore raising the
engine speed, the buzzer and
overheat indicator may activate
and the engine speed will be
automatically reduced.
The cooling system may f reeze in
areas where the temperature
reaches 32°F (0°C) or below.
Cruising at high speed without
warming the engine up may cause
engine damage.