Hard starting

[hotdog]

I sometimes have difficulty starting my 2000 model 115 Johnson outboard. I hold in the choke for 6-7 seconds, then turn the key. This doesn't always seem to work after the boat has not been running for a week or more. What am I doing wrong?<br />Do I hold in the choke in the off or ignition position. Does it matter? Then when cranking the engine to I continue to hold in the choke? Help! Lenny

 

[Dhadley]

Re: Hard starting

Heres the way it works for me:<br />1) Pressure the system (pump the bulb)<br />2) Turn the key to the "On" position <br />3) Push the key in (do NOT engage starter) and hold it in for an 8 count<br />4)Turn the key to "Start" to engage starter<br /><br />The motor should start almost instantly. You may have to "tap" the primer as it warms up. This works pretty well on most all 2 stroke carb'd motors with primers rather than chokes. On non-Quick Start motors you (naturally) have to advance the throttle manually. <br /><br />Good luck!