Neutral Release Lever; Ignition Switch - Honda Outboard Motors BF25A Owner's Manual

3. CONTROLS (REMOTE CONTROL TYPE)
Neutral Release Lever
The neutral release lever is on the
remote control lever to prevent an
accidental gear engagement.
The remote control lever will not
engage forward or reverse gear unless
the neutral release lever is pulled up.
Ignition Switch
+ ON START
The remote control box is equipped
with a key type ignition switch.
Key positions:
START
To
activate the starter motor and start
the engine. (the remote control lever
must be in the neutral position)
ON
To run the engine after starting (the
battery will discharge if the key is
left in this position with the engine
not running).
OFF
To stop the engine (IGNITION
OFF).
To prevent the battery from dis-
charging, keep the key in the OFF
position when the engine is not run-
ning.
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