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6. Prepare the engine for starting. For fur-
ther information, see page 23. Be sure
the engine is in neutral and that the en-
gine stop switch lanyard lock plate is at-
tached to the engine stop switch.
7. Insert the knotted end of the emergency
starter rope into the notch in the flywheel
rotor and wind the rope several turns
around the flywheel clockwise.
8. Pull the rope slowly until resistance is
felt.
9. Give a strong pull straight out to crank
and start the engine. Repeat if neces-
sary.
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Treatment of submerged motor
If the outboard motor is submerged, immedi-
ately take it to a Yamaha dealer. Otherwise
some corrosion may begin almost immedi-
ately.
If you cannot immediately take the outboard
motor to a Yamaha dealer, follow the proce-
dure below in order to minimize engine dam-
age.
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Procedure
1. Thoroughly wash away mud, salt, sea-
weed, and so on, with fresh water.
2. Remove the spark plug(s), then face the
spark plug holes downward to allow any
water, mud, or contaminants to drain.
3. Drain the fuel from the carburetor, fuel
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