Engine remains idle only when primer is pressed

[jgranax]

Hello all,

1989 Johnson 110hp - 110TLCE

After a few years of dry dock time, I am finally getting this boat ready for the
water. I've done some of the routine items (replace plugs, wires, cleaned fuel tank and added fresh premix 50:1. Also disabled VRO, only using the fuel pump side) Afterwards, I attempted a start, it ran ok for 5-10 secondes, the only way to keep it running was to press down a few times or pump (sort to speak) the electric choke or fuel primer button (built in the ignition key ) If I believe that's what it is. I cannot locate my owners manual to verify.

I haven't cleaned out or rebuilt the carb on this yet, but is this a dirty or clogged carb issue, or a primer solenoid (if that's what it is on the ignition key)?

Thanks for your help...

 

[rickdb1boat]

Re: Engine remains idle only when primer is pressed

Yes, the carbs are clogged and need to be cleaned. By using the primer, you are bypassing the carb passages...New kits and a good cleaning will make it much better..

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: Engine remains idle only when primer is pressed

besure to change the float needle and set (in the kit) remove the jets with tool 317002 or make one.