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Page 2: ...The generator is a potential source of electrical shock if misirsed Do not expose the generator to moisture rain or snow Do not let the generator get wet and do not operate it with wet hands...

Page 3: ...is very important We have provided important safety messages in this manual and on the generator Please read these messages carefully A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt...

Page 4: ...Lever 1 1 Circuit Breaker 12 Grond Terminal 12 Oil Alert System 12 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI 14 GENERATOR USE 17 Connections to a Building s Electrical System 17 Generator Ground Circuit...

Page 5: ...25 Tool Kit 26 Engine Oil Change 27 Air Cleaner Service 28 Fuel Sediment Cup 29 Spark Plug 30 Spark Arrester Maintenance 32 TRANSPORTING STORAGE 34 TROUBLESHOOTING 36 WIRING DIAGRAM 38 SPECIFICATIONS...

Page 6: ...mes hard to read contact your Honda Generator dealer for a replacement lCHfCR rllrl SPlllfU fllfl ORfUfl LfMS l rWARNING DONOTUSEINDOORS EXHAUST GASCONTAINS POISONOUSY CARBON MONOXIDE ATTENTION NE PAS...

Page 7: ...OCCUPANT STEST RECORD 5...

Page 8: ...ay lead to death l If you run the generator in an area that is confined or even partially enclosed the air you breathe could contain a dangerous amount of exhaust gas To keep exhaust gas from building...

Page 9: ...for a while after stopping the engine Be careful not to touch the muffler while it is hot Let the engine cool before storing the generator indoors l Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive un...

Page 10: ...COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION OIL ALERT LAMP I AC ENGINE SWITCH RECEPTACLES FUEL B Ix AC CIRCUIT BREAKER OILFILLERCAP 1 a PLUG RECblL I STARTER ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER GRIP 8...

Page 11: ...E SERIAL NUMBER MUFFLER Record the engine and frame serial numbers for your future reference Refer to these serial numbers when ordering parts and when making technical or warranty inquiries see paged...

Page 12: ...o stop the engine ON To run the engine ENGINE SWITCH Recoil Starter To start the engine pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt then pull briskly 1 Do not allow the starter to snap back...

Page 13: ...rom the fuel tank to the carburetor Be sure to return the lever to OFF after stopping the engine VALVE LEVER Choke Lever The choke is used to provide an enriched fuel mixture when starting a cold engi...

Page 14: ...itching the circuit breaker ON aaain The circuit breaker may be used to switch the generator power ON or OFF CIRCUIT BREAKER Ground Terminal The gernerator ground terminal is connected to the frame of...

Page 15: ...evel in the crankcase can fall below a safe limit the Oil Alert system will automatically shut down the engine the engine switch will remain in the ON position If the Oil Alert system shuts down the e...

Page 16: ...e ground fault circuit interruptor will not protect against short circuits or overloads The circuit breaker in the control panel which supplies power to the circuit provides that protection refer to c...

Page 17: ...the weather test the GFCI receptacle before each use as described in the monthly inspection Monthly Under normal operating conditions perform the GFCI test monthly 1 Unplug all appliances from the ge...

Page 18: ...ontact an authorized Honda generator dealer 6 When the RESET BUTTON extends during operation Unplug all appliances from the GFCI protected receptacle Press the RESET BUTTON IF THE GFCI CANNOT BE RESET...

Page 19: ...r When utility power is restored the generator may explode bum or cause fires in the building s electrical system Ground System Honda portable generators have a system ground that connects generator f...

Page 20: ...enerator Never exceed the maximum power rating of the generator Power levels between rated and maximum may be used for no more than 30 minutes 1 Substantial overloading will open the circuit breaker E...

Page 21: ...zed appliances require more than their rated wattage for startup Do not exceed the current limit specified for any one receptacle If an overloaded circuit causes the AC circuit breaker or circuit prot...

Page 22: ...gine at altitudes higher than 6 000 feet above sea level have an authorized Honda generator dealer perform this carburetor modification Even with suitable carburetor jetting engine horsepower will dec...

Page 23: ...ments for I I I 1 I fi 1 I 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 c Service Classification SG SF CC CD AMBIENT TEMPERATURE Motor oils classified SG SF CC CD will show this designation on the container SAE low 30 is r...

Page 24: ...tank cap is closed properly and securely Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite If any fuel is spilled make sure the area is dry before starting the engine...

Page 25: ...line containing more than 10 ethanol by volume may cause starting and or performance problems Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the name Gasohol Methanol methyl or wood alcohol Gasolin...

Page 26: ...e ON position 5 Pull the starter grip until compression is felt then pull briskly 1 Do not allow the starter grip to snap back Return it slowly by hand 6 Turn the choke lever to the OPEN position as t...

Page 27: ...alent quality may damage the generator MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Valve clearance Check Adjust 0 C 3 Fuel tank and strainer Clean 0 2 Check Fuel line Replace if Every 2 years 2 necessary 1 1 Service more fr...

Page 28: ...he generator will help you to perform the owner maintenance procedures listed on the following page Always keep this tool kit with the generator lOx12mmWRENCH SCREW DRIVER 0 c o 1 DRIVER HANDLE PLUG W...

Page 29: ...EL OIL FILLER CAP m Used motor oil may cause skin cancer if repeatedly left l in contact with the skin for prolon d periods Although this is unl ikely unless you handle used oil on a daily basis it is...

Page 30: ...run the generator without the air cleaner Rapid engine wear will result 1 Unsnap the air cleaner cover clips remove the air cleaner cover and remove the element 2 Wash the element in a solution of hou...

Page 31: ...as not been run for a long time the sediment cup should be cleaned 1 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position Remove the sediment cup and O ring 2 Clean the sediment cup and O ring in nonflammable or h...

Page 32: ...spark plug cap 2 Clean any dirt from around the spark plug base 3 Use the wrench supplied in the tool kit to remove the spark plug PLUG WRENCH PLUG CAP 5 Visually inspect the spark plug Discard it if...

Page 33: ...new spark plug tighten l 2 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer If reinstalling a used spark plug tighten l 8 l 4 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer 1 1 The spark...

Page 34: ...ark arrester must be serviced every 100 hours to maintain its efficiency 1 Loosen the five 6 mm bolts to remove the muffler protector MUFFLER PROTECTOR Five 6 mm bolts 2 Remove the two 8 mm bolts at t...

Page 35: ...e carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen Inspect the spark arrester screen for holes or tears Replace if neces sary 4 Check the exhaust pipe gasket and replace if damaged Reinstall the muffler...

Page 36: ...than 1 month No preparation required 1 to 2 months Fill with fresh gasoline and add gasoline conditioner Fill with fresh gasoline and add gasoline 2 months to 1 year conditioner Drain the carburetor...

Page 37: ...is procedure DRAIN 2 Change the engine oil page 27 3 Remove the spark plug and pour about a tablespoon of clean engine oil into the cylinder Crank the engine several revolutions to distribute the oil...

Page 38: ...nd the spark plug around the sPati Plug 2 Remove the spark plug Spilled fuel may ignite and install the spark plug in the plug cap YES 3 Set the plug side electrode on the cylinder head 4 Crank the en...

Page 39: ...No electricity atthe AC receptacles Turn the AC circuit breaker ON Check the electrical NO DEFECTS appliance or equipment for any defects 37...

Page 40: ...WIRING DIAGRAM __ 38...

Page 41: ...linder 163cc 9 9cu in 68 x 45 mm 2 7in x 1 8in 8 5 1 I Engine speed 3 600 r p m Cooling system Forced air Ignition system Transistorized magneto Oil capacity Fuel tank capacity Spark plug 0 6 e 0 63US...

Page 42: ...contact the Power Equipment Customer Service Department of American Honda Motor Co Inc American Honda Motor Co Inc Power Equipment Customer Service 4475 River Green Parkway Duluth Georgia 30136 9420 T...

Page 43: ...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...

Page 44: ...er 10 GENERATOR USE 17 AC Applications 18 AC Operation 19 MAINTENANCE 25 Air cleaner service 28 Engine oil change 27 Fuel Sediment Cup Cleaning 29 Spark Arrester Maintenance 22 Spark Plug Service 30 T...

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