98 model 6 hp hard to start

[Mike/pawpaw]

Recently bought this 6 hp have had it started in a barrel only. Not even sure if start position as nothing left to read on handle. Could really use a manual to learn operating and time up basics as I am a novice or meant to these things. Fear i might do damage if I don't have good instructions to start with. Can anyone recommend what is a good place to find the right book for one of these or good troubleshooting information. Any kind of help would be great. Thanks in advance from an old guy with more time than knowledge.

[boats.net]

You can get manuals at http://shop.evinrude.com/category/342499/Literature. That motor should start in gear protection and you put in neutral, twist throttle as far as it will go, pump fuel primer bulb and pull choke out. Once it starts push choke back in.