Starting The Engine - Honda BF2A Owner's Manual

5. STARTING THE ENGINE
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide which can cause
unconsciousness and may lead to death. Never run the outboard in a
closed garage or confined area.
[NOTICE
The anti-ventilation plate must be lowered into the water and be at least
2 inches below the surface. Running the outboard motor out of the water
will damage the water pump and overheat the engine.
1. Open the fuel cap vent knob 2 to 3 turns.
FUEL CAP VENT KNOB
FUEL FILLER CAP
2. Turn the fuel valve lever ON.
FUEL VALVE LEVER
3. Engage the emergency stop switch clip located at one end of the emer-
gency stop switch lanyard with the engine stop switch. Attach the other
end of the emergency stop switch lanyard securely to the operator.
If the operator does not attach the emergency stop switch lanyard, and is
thrown from his seat or out of the boat, the out-of-control boat can
seriously injure the operator, passengers, or bystanders. Always properly
attach the lanyard before starting the motor.
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