Mercury 8/9.9 BigFoot, Manual, Page: 101 / 153

OPERATION
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Stopping the Engine
1. Remote control models ‑ Reduce engine speed and shift
outboard to neutral position. Turn ignition key to "OFF"
position.
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2. Tiller handle models ‑ Reduce engine speed and shift
outboard to neutral position. Push in the engine stop button
or turn ignition key to "OFF" position.
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Emergency Starting
If the starter system fails, use the spare starter rope (provided)
and follow this procedure.
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WARNING
The neutral‑speed‑protection device is inoperative when
starting the engine with the emergency starter rope. Set the
engine speed at idle and the gear shift in neutral to prevent the
outboard from starting in gear.
1. Shift the outboard into neutral.
2. Ensure the lanyard stop switch is in the run position.
3. Remove the top cowl.