Johnson Evinrude 2 stroke starting problem

[ondarvr]

The exact throttle setting is normally just slightly above idle, my last two started better without touching the throttle until it started.

There may also be a cold start lever on top of the controls, this needs to be lifted up for better starting. Again, exact position can be motor specific.

 

[Rick.]

Lots of good information above. One thing I think worth clarifying is the idea of pushing in the key switch more than once. Just so you understand this refers to a motor which has started. If it sounds as though it is about to die you push the key again to richen the fuel/air mix. You might have to do this a few times to a cold engine and not at all once the engine has warmed up. That's how it is with my 95 - 40 hp Johnson. Best of luck. Rick.