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Page 2: ...nds Keep this owner s manual handy so you can refer to it at any time This owner s manual is considered a permanent part of the generator and should remain with the generator if resold The information...

Page 3: ...t information is intended to help you avoid damage to your generator other property or the environment Wesuggestyoureadthewarrantypolicytofullyunderstandits coverage and your responsibilities of owner...

Page 4: ...our own good judgment You will findimportant safetyinformationin a varietyofforms including Safety Labels on the generator Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert symbol Aand one of three signal wo...

Page 5: ...R USE 21 Connections to a Building s Electrical System 21 Ground System 21 Special Requirements 21 AC Operation 23 AC Receptacle Selection 24 Auto throttle System 25 High Altitude Operation 26 Engine...

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Page 7: ...TY SAFETY LABELLOCATION Theselabelswarnyou of potential hazards that cancauseserious injury Read them carefully If a labelcomesofforbecomeshardto read contactyourHonda generator dealer for a replaceme...

Page 8: ...GFCl ground faultcircuit interrupter Test GFCl before eachuse If GFCl fails test do not use your generator See yourHonda dealer I EB5000X HONDA MOTOR CO LTD MADEINJAPAN Q WITH RECOMMENDED OIL FREQUEN...

Page 9: ...nderstandtheuseofallgeneratorcontrols output receptacles and c o n n e c t i o m Be sure that anyone who operates the generator receives proper instruction Do not let children operate the generator wi...

Page 10: ...connect to swimming pool equipment installed before adoption ofthe1965 national electric code Fire and Burn Hazards The exhaust system gets hot enough to ignite some materials Keep the generator at le...

Page 11: ...NTIFICATION VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH GFCl RESETBUTTON and GFCl TEST BUTTON AC CIRCUIT BREAKER CHOKE ROD AC CIRCUIT PROTECTORS AIR CLEANER RECEPTACLES ENGINE OILFILLER CAP RECOIL STARTER GRIP ENGINE SER...

Page 12: ...ME 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 page...

Page 13: ...ine ON To start and run the engine ENGINE SWITCH OFF RECOIL STARTER To start the engine pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt then pull briskly pKF Do not allow thestarter grip to sna...

Page 14: ...nk to the carburetor Be sure to return the fuel valve lever to the OFF position after stopping the engine FUEL VALVE LEVER CHOKE ROD The choke is used to provide an enriched fuel mixture when starting...

Page 15: ...be used simultaneously 120V ONLY ONLY the 120V receptacles can be used Do not use the 120 240V receptacle in this position Rated power will be available at the 30A 120V locking plug receptacle 120V O...

Page 16: ...il level see page 27 before troubleshooting in other areas OIL FILLER HOLE UPPE LEV Qlk FILLER Auto throttle System The auto throttle system automatically reduces engine speed when all loads are turne...

Page 17: ...FCl RESET button is extended page19 Unplug all appliances from the receptacle and check the appliance for any defectsas described in TROUBLESHOOTING page46 After making repairs push the GFCl RESET but...

Page 18: ...cant overload of the generator at the 20A 120V 30A 120V lockingplug or 120 240V lockingplugreceptacle If a circuit protector is switches OFF automatically check that the appliance is working properly...

Page 19: ...onnected to the circuit breaker An example of ground fault current is the current which would flow through a person who is using an appliance with faulty insulation and at thesametime isincontactwitha...

Page 20: ...r extension cords tools and appliances or double insulated tools and appliances Inspect cords andplugs and replace if damaged Do not use cord lengths greater than 164 feet 50 meters and do not use mul...

Page 21: ...all look and appliances from the generator 2 Start the engine 3 Turn the circuit breaker to the ON position 4 Turn the autothrottole switch to the OFF position 5 Press the GFCl TEST button The RESET...

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Page 23: ...n utility power is restored Consult the utility company or a qualified electrician _ _ _ GROUND SYSTEM Honda portable generators have a system ground that connects generator frame components to the gr...

Page 24: ...enerator Neverexceedthemaximumpower rating of the generator Power levels between rated and maximum may be used for no more than 30 minutes I NOTICE 1 Substantial overloading will open the circuit brea...

Page 25: ...acle thenselectthe 120V ONLY position 4 Make sure that the GFCl RESET button is pushed i n flush with its base plate 5 Switch ON the AC circuit breaker 6 Plug in the appliance Most motorized appliance...

Page 26: ...tion by each main circuit Main Circuit I j 2 3 and 4 1 2 3 4 18 8A rated Main Circuit l a I 1 and 5 1 1 5 18 8A rated The table shows the specifications when the 120 240V locking plug receptacle is us...

Page 27: ...gestart uppowerdemands may notallowthe engine to reach normal operating rpm when they are connected to the generator Turn the auto throttle to the OFF position and connect the appliance to the generat...

Page 28: ...s carburetor modification Even with carburetor modification engine horsepower will decrease about 3 5 for each 300 meter 1 000 foot increase in altitude The ef fect of altitude on horsepower will be g...

Page 29: ...for API service classifi cation SJ Always check the API SERVICE label on the oil contain ertobesure it includesthelet ters SJ SAE Viscosity Grades TEMP 20 0 20 40 60 80 100 F 1 I I I I I I 30 20 10 0...

Page 30: ...d keep heat sparks and flame away Refuel only outdoors e Wipe up spills immediately Fuel tank capacity 4 49 US gal 17 0 a I 3 74 Imp gal FUEL GAUGE Use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 8...

Page 31: ...rement re using an oxygenated fuel try to firm the fuel s contents estates prsvincesrequire this infor ion tobeposted on the gensra kor Ihe fo lo Ning are the EPA approved ps ETkiANQL ethyl or grain a...

Page 32: ...s connected time will be required for warm up I NOTICE I Do not allow thestarter grip to snap back against the engine Return it gently to prevent damageto thestarter 7 Push the choke rod to the OPEN p...

Page 33: ...tenance procedures using basic hand tools Other service tasks that are more difficult or require specialtools are best handled by professionals and are normally performed by a Honda technician or othe...

Page 34: ...gfrom engine exhaust Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine Burns from hot parts Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching Injury from moving parts Do not r...

Page 35: ...rnia Clean Air Acts EPA andCaliforniaregulationsrequire all manufacturers to furnish written instructions describing the operation and maintenance of emis sion control systems The following instructio...

Page 36: ...anyof the following symptoms have your engine inspected and repaired by your servicing dealer Hard startingor stalling after starting Rough idle Misfiring or backfiring under load 0 Afterburning backf...

Page 37: ...design and quality may impair the effectiveness of your emission control system A manufacturer of an aftermarket part assumes the responsibility that the part will not adversely affect emission perfor...

Page 38: ...ormation relatingtotheengine semissiondurabilityperiod The descriptive term indicates the useful life period for the engine s emission control system See your Emission Control Warranty for additional...

Page 39: ...sed in dusty areas 2 These items shouldbe serviced by an authorizedlionda generaiordealer unless the owner 3 For commercial use log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals has the...

Page 40: ...ended oil see page 27 and check the oil and drain the oil securely level Oil capacity 1 2 US qt 1 I Q 1 O Imp qt OIL DRAIN PLUG Wash your hands with soap and water after handling used oil Please dispo...

Page 41: ...air cleaner cover clips remove the air cleaner cover and remove the element Wash the air filterin a solution of household detergent and warm water then rinsethoroughly or wash in nonflammable or high...

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Page 43: ...hot Be careful not to touch the muffler 1 Remove thespark plug cap 2 Clean any dirt from around the spark plug base 3 Use a spark plug wrench to remove the spark plug SPARK PLUG WRENCH 4 Visually ins...

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Page 47: ...round the thesparkplug spark plug Spilled fuel 2 Removethespark plug and install the spark plug in the plug cap 3 Set the plugside elec trode on the cylinder head 4 Crank the engine sparks should jump...

Page 48: ...liance or equipment to an electrical shop for repair When the GFCl RESETbutton is not extended Is the AC circuitbreaker ON ON Turnthe AC circuitbreaker Iruo YES Is the AC circuit protector ON Reset th...

Page 49: ...I EXCITER WINDING I I ACRECEPTACLES A CONTROLBOXBLOCIC 1 cJ OIL LEVEL 01...

Page 50: ...l 17 0 Q 3 74 Imp gal Fuel Tank Capacity 1 2 US qt 1 I Q 1 O Imp qt Oil Capacity Transistorized magneto 1 W16EPR U DENSO Generator Model 1201240V Rated voltage EB5000X TYPe A Rated frequency 5 0 kVA M...

Page 51: ...N OF OPTIONAL PARTS Hanger Kit Installation 1 Removetheupperframe Installthehanger on it andinstallthe upper frame on the body BRACKET NOTE Install at near center avoiding the fuel filler cap FUEL FIL...

Page 52: ...it Installation 1 Install the four wheels on the axle shaft 2 Install the axle assembly on the generator using four bolts and nuts WHEEL STOPPER NOTE Install the shaft with wheel stopper facing engine...

Page 53: ...o wheels on the axle shaft 2 Install the axle assembly on the generator using four bolts and nuts 3 Install the twostands using four bolts and nuts 4 Install right and left handles on the generator up...

Page 54: ...sfiedwiththedecisionmadebythedealership s management contact the Honda Power Equipment Customer Relations Office You can write to American Honda Motor Co Inc Power Equipment Division Customer Relation...

Page 55: ...lection 24 Connections toa Building s Electrical System 21 Ground System 21 High Altitude Operation 26 Voltage Selector Switch Dual Voltage System 13 GENERATOR USE 21 Auto throttle System 25 Special R...

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