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Summary of Contents for EB12D

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Page 3: ...special attention to these symbols and any instructions that follow m Indicates serious injury or death WILL result if instructions are not followed m Indicates a strong possibility that serious inju...

Page 4: ...ing Engine oil Fuel Coolant Fuel filter Battery Indicator lights 5 STARTING AND STOPPING THE ENGINE Starting the engine Stopping the engine 6 GENERATOR USE 7 MAINTENANCE Tool kit Maintenance schedule...

Page 5: ...tion l Do not connect to a building s electrical system unless an isolation switch has been installed by a qualified electrician Fire and Burn Hazards l The exhaust system gets hot enough to ignite so...

Page 6: ...nent parts of the generator If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact an authorized Honda generator dealer for replacements I ELECTROCUTION OR PROPERTY DAMAGE CAN OCCUR I DO NOT CONNECT THI...

Page 7: ...NE OIL FILLER CAP OOLANT RESERVE TANK OIL LEVEL GAUG OLANT DRAIN BOL ENGINE OIL DRAIN BOLT FRAME SERIAL NLkMBER I 68 L d w FUEL DRAIN BOLT FUEL FILTER PANEL TTERY Record the frame serial number for yo...

Page 8: ...S 20A 120V I CIRCUIT PROTECTOR 30A AC RECEPTACLE 30A 12OV I INDICATOR LIGHTS ENGINE sv VITCH AC I 1201 TACLE 50A I CIRdIT BREAKER I24OV AC RECEPTACLk 30A 120124OV I CIRCUIT PROTECTOR 30A CIRCUIT PROTE...

Page 9: ...rted Do not use the starter for more than 5 seconds at a time If the engine fails to start release the switch and wait 10 seconds before operating the starter again w Make sure the engine switch is se...

Page 10: ...the rated load capacity of the circuit before switching the circuit breaker ON again MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER Circuit Protector The circuit protectors will automatically switch OFF if the circuit is overl...

Page 11: ...otection against electrical shock TEST BUTTON To test depress the TEST button see pages 28 29 RESET BUTTON To restore power depress the RESET button see pages 28 29 Perform this test monthly to ensure...

Page 12: ...ON position Turn the engine switch to the OFF position and refill the fuel tank when the needle is near the E mark FUEL METER 71 I Hour Meter Indicates the hours the gener ator has been operated Use...

Page 13: ...ndicator light continues to light even though the engine oil level is correct stop operating the generator and see an authorized Honda generator dealer COOLANT TEMPERATURE INDICATOR LIGHT OIL PRESSURE...

Page 14: ...y discontinue operation of the generator and contact an authorized Honda generator dealer GENERATOR INDICATOR LIGHT CHARGE INDICATOR LIGHT Charge Indicator Light The charge indicator light comes on an...

Page 15: ...rom the holder and hook the end of the support as shown l To close 1 Lift the maintenance cover slightly to unhook the support from the hook 2 Set the support in the holder on the maintenance cover an...

Page 16: ...show this designation on the container SAE 15W 40 is recommended for general use Select the appropriate viscosity from the chart below for the average temperature in your area NOTE SAE low 30 with a...

Page 17: ...sel fuel Do not mix different grades of diesel fuels Avoid getting dirt dust or water in the fuel tank After refueling be sure to tighten the fuel tank cap securely l Diesel fuel is flammable and expl...

Page 18: ...ation if the tank is kept only partially filled Refill the fuel tank after each use l Check the fuel filter before each use for water and contaminates Ser vice the fuel filter if any contaminates are...

Page 19: ...ed to the radiator and reserve tank m The coolant is hot and under pressure and sever scalding could result Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot Wait until the engine is cool then tur...

Page 20: ...ion of antifreeze decrease cooling efficiency and is recommend ed only if additional protection against freezing is needed A concentration of less than 40 antifreeze will not provide proper corrosion...

Page 21: ...e sulfuric acid Contact with eyes or skin causes burns Wear protective clothing and use eye protection when working near the battery POISON KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Eyes Flus...

Page 22: ...ights should go out after 4 seconds with the engine switch in the ON position Return the engine switch to the OFF position If the indicator light s does not come on or do not go out after 4 seconds wi...

Page 23: ...Before starting the engine disconnect any load from the AC receptacle 1 Open the maintenance cover see page 13 and turn the fuel valve to the ON position ON 2 Close the maintenance cover see page 13 3...

Page 24: ...tart position This allows the glows plug to pre heat the combustion chambers ON 5 Turn the engine switch to the START position and hold it there until the engine starts TiEiq Q erating the starter mot...

Page 25: ...2 or 3 minutes before applying a load to the generator Blue smoke might be emitted from the exhaust during the warm up This is a normal occurrence piEiq pr oper engine warm up will stabiliie the engin...

Page 26: ...ngine In an emergency Turn the engine switch to the OFF position ENGINE SWITCH In normal use 1 Turn all electrical appliance s connected to the generator OFF 2 Turn the AC circuit breaker OFF AC CIRCU...

Page 27: ...3 Turn the engine switch to the OFF position ENGINE SWITCH 4 Open the maintenance cover see page 13 and turn the fuel valve to the OFF position 25...

Page 28: ...may cause serious injury or death to utility company workers or others who contact the lines Consult the utility company or a qualified electrician I Im proper connections to a building s electrical s...

Page 29: ...ng may not switch off the circuit breaker but will shorten the service life of the generator Be sure that appliances do not exceed the generator s rated load capacity for more than 30 minutes and that...

Page 30: ...ptacle before each use as described in the monthly inspection Monthly Under normal operating conditions perform the GFCI test monthly Record your test on the GFCI test card provided on the control pan...

Page 31: ...n authorized Honda generator dealer i RESET BUTTON 6 When the RESET BUTTON extends during operation l Unplug all appliance s from the GFCI protected receptacle l Press the RESET BUTTON IF THE GFCI CAN...

Page 32: ...Operation 1 Start the engine see page 21 2 Switch the AC circuit breaker ON CIRCUIT BREAKER 3 Plug the appliance into the appropriate AC receptacle 30...

Page 33: ...eceotacle I 240 V 120v Case 50 A 30 A 50 A 30 A 20 A Max for both usmg LLCU v only 4 I I H Iwax JU H Iwax 41 7 A Total Using both 120 V Total 10 A Total 63 3 A and 240 V Total 20 A Total 43 3 A Total...

Page 34: ...unt of exhaust gas If the engine must be run for any reason be sure the area is well ventilated To avoid serious burns let the engine cool before performing maintenance piEq us e only genuine Honda pa...

Page 35: ...areas 2 These items should be serviced by an authorized HONDA generator dealer unless the owner has the proper tools and is mechanically proficient See the Shop Manual 3 For professional commercial u...

Page 36: ...perating temperature Stop the engine and recheck the oil level with the oil level gauge see page 14 Add if necessary OIL FILLER CAP GAUGE ENGINE OIL CAPACITY 4 8 lit 5 0 US qt 4 2 Imp qt Used motor oi...

Page 37: ...ting the engine without ttie air cleaner will cause rapid i engine wear 1 Open the maintenance cover see page 13 2 Unhook the clips and remove the air cleaner cover and the inner cover AIR CLEANER COV...

Page 38: ...the reverse order of removal NOTE Install the cover with the UP mark facing up and align the tabs of the inner cover and the air cleaner cover with the cutout of the air cleaner case 5 Fasten the cov...

Page 39: ...O ring spring and element 4 Inspect the fuel in the strainer cup for contaminates or water Clean the strainer cup thoroughly 5 Install a new element using the spring strainer cup O ring and ring nut M...

Page 40: ...sulfuric acid Contact with eyes or skin causes burns Wear protective clothing and use eye protection when working near the battery POISON KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Eyes Flush...

Page 41: ...and warm water taking care not to get the solution of water in the battery cells Dry the battery thoroughly 5 Clean the battery cable ends with a wire brush or sand paper BATTERY SET PLATE NEGATIVE 1...

Page 42: ...ps with your fingers Push a new fuse into the clips If frequent fuse failure occurs determine the cause and correct the pro blem before attempting to operate the generator If a main fuse is blown see...

Page 43: ...uel spillage Take care not to drop or strike the generator when transporting Do not place heavy objects on the generator Load and unload the generator in a level area Use the lifting eye when lif ting...

Page 44: ...el tank with fresh diesel fuel see page 15 5 Fully charge the battery Recharge the battery once a month 6 Cover the generator and place it in a well ventilated and dry area Before starting the engine...

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Page 46: ...in 1 20 PS 3 600 min 1 rpm 55 9 N m 5 7 kg m 41 2 ft lb 2 000 min 1 rpm Cooling system Liquid cooled Combustion method Fuel Fuel tank capacity Oil caoacitv Direct injection Diesel fuel 38 lit IO US ga...

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Page 48: ...ur problem still has not been resolved to your satisfaction contact American Honda Motor Co Inc P O Box 100021 Duluth Georgia 30136 9421 Telephone 404 497 6400 We will need the following information i...

Page 49: ...is way If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership s management contact the Honda Power Equipment Customer Relations Office You can write American Honda Motor Co Inc Power Equipme...

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