Outboard would not start — clogged fuel filter

Problem

My 6hp Suzuki dinghy outboard suddenly would not start. The starter cord pulled normally but the engine would not fire. The primer bulb also never became firm.

Fix

1. 1

   I checked the fuel tank and fuel line first. The primer bulb stayed soft even after pumping it several times. So I replaced the filter with a spare and reconnected the fuel line. After priming the bulb again, it became firm and the engine started immediately.

2. 2

   I removed the inline fuel filter and noticed it was full of dirt and small particles. So I replaced the filter with a spare and reconnected the fuel line. After priming the bulb again, it became firm and the engine started immediately.