2004 SR Johnson 2 Stroke 9.9, 15, 25, 30 HP Outboards Service Manual, Page 323Get this manual

2004 SR Johnson 2 Stroke 9.9, 15, 25, 30 HP Outboards Service Manual, Page 323

Running outboard with engine cover removed

Two people working together on live outboard must look out for each otherNever, ever, use the key to start the outboard before signaling your partnerHe may be leaning over the outboard with hands on the flywheelhandling "hot" electrical part, or near the propeller
Outboard starting at the wrong time
When you do things that turn the flywheel like: Off-season storage fogging (oiling) of outboard; Removing propeller with powered toolElectrical system checks; Servicing the flywheel; or Any other actions ALWAYS