I have a boat with a 1980 Johnson 70hp. This is my first electric start with a remote key and I am trying to learn how to start it cold. I have read the FAQ on this and found the following statement about the key.
As I ask this question I know that it will be obvious that I do not know anything about this so here goes. Does this statement say that just by puting the key into the switch that there is a signal given to the motor that activates the choke plates or primer? If so please someone give me the beginners explanation on what the choke plates are. Also, if I leave my key in the ignition, as I have been doing, does that cause a problem on the cold start? The boat seems to run good after warmed up, but the first start is very difficult.
2.Push the key in, activating the choke plates or primer.
As I ask this question I know that it will be obvious that I do not know anything about this so here goes. Does this statement say that just by puting the key into the switch that there is a signal given to the motor that activates the choke plates or primer? If so please someone give me the beginners explanation on what the choke plates are. Also, if I leave my key in the ignition, as I have been doing, does that cause a problem on the cold start? The boat seems to run good after warmed up, but the first start is very difficult.
2.Push the key in, activating the choke plates or primer.