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OIL LEVEL CHECK

4.    With the engine in a level posi  on, 

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 ll to the bo  om edge of the   

 

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 ll hole with the recommended oil.

Some oil will remain in the engine a  er draining. When re

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 lling with 

fresh oil, start with less than 80 cm ³ (2.7 US oz, 2.8 lmp oz). Slowly add 

enough oil to 

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 ll hole as sown below.

5.  Reinstall the oil 

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make sure to wipe it up.

RUNNING THE ENGINE WITH A LOW OR EXCESSIVE OIL LEVEL CAN CAUSE ENGINE DAMAGE.

Summary of Contents for GX35

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Page 2: ...ely This manual contains informa on on how to do that please read it carefully before opera ng the engine If a problem should arise or if you have any ques ons about your engine consult an authorized Honda servicing dealer All informa on in this publica on is based on the latest product informa on available at the me of prin ng Honda Motor Co Ltd reserves the right to make changes at any me withou...

Page 3: ...auƟons Page 9 StarƟng The Engine Page 10 11 Seƫng Engine Speed Page 12 Stopping The Engine Page 12 13 Servicing Your Engine Page 13 The Importance of Maintenance Page 13 Maintenance Safety Page 14 Safety PrecauƟons Page 14 Maintenance Schedule Page 14 Refueling Page 15 Engine Oil Page 16 Recommended Oil Page 16 Oil Level Check Page 17 Oil Change Page 17 18 Air Cleaner Page 19 Maintenance Schedule ...

Page 4: ...Ɵon Page 19 Cleaning Page 19 Spark Plug Page 20 21 Cooling Fins Page 21 Fuel Filter Amd Fuel Tank Page 22 Spark Arrester Page 23 25 Helpful Tips And SuggesƟons Page 26 Storing Your Engine Page 26 27 Fuel Mixture 28 Taking Care Of Unexpected Problems Page 29 ...

Page 5: ...xide Do not run the engine without adequate ven la on and never run the engine indoors The engine and exhaust become very hot during opera on Keep the engine at least 1 meter 3 feet away from buildings and other equipment during opera on Keep flammable materials away and do not place anything on the engine while it is running SAFETY INDICATION LOCATION Standard Pump type READ OWNER S MANUAL BEFORE...

Page 6: ...6 ASSEMBLY Please a ach the four providedHex Screws through the connecter cone of the sha and onto the main engine body ...

Page 7: ...7 COMPONENT CONTROL LOCATION ...

Page 8: ... when engine speed is increased above approximately 4 200 rpm At idle speed the clutch is disengaged Tiller type DO NOT RUN THE ENGINE WITHOUT MOUNTING IT ON EQUIPMENT THAT INCLUDES THE CENTRIFUGAL CLUTCH DRUM AND HOUSING OR CENTRIFUGAL FORCE WILL CAUSE THE CLUTCH SHOES TO CONTACT AND DAMAGE THE ENGINE CASE NOTICE ...

Page 9: ...he engine oil level Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage 3 Check the air filter element A dirty air filter element will restrict air flow to the carburetor reducing engine performance 4 Check the equipment powered by this engine Review the instruc ons provided with the equipment powered by this engine for any precau ons and procedures that should be followed before engin...

Page 10: ... To restart a warm engine leave the choke lever in te OPEN posi on 2 Press the priming bulb repeatedly un l fuel can be seen in the clear plas c fuel return tube 3 Standard Tiller type Turn te engine switch on the equipment to the ON posi on Pump type Turn the engine switch to the ON posi on ...

Page 11: ...is in the MAX speed posi on If the engine starts with the thro le in the MAX speed posi on the equipment can move forward rapidly or the trimmer a achment can spin at maximum speed This may result in personal injury Tiller type 1 Turn the engine switch on the equipment to the OFF posi on 2 Move the choke lever to the OPEN posi on 3 Hold the thro le lever on the equipment in the MAX speed posi on 4...

Page 12: ...commenda ons refer to the instruc ons provided with the equipment powered by this engine STOPPING THE ENGINE Standard Tiller type To stop the engine in an emergency simply turn the engine switch on the equipment to the OFF posi on Under normal condi ons use the following procedure 1 Move the thro le lever to the MIN posi on The thro le lever shown here will be connected to a remote control on the ...

Page 13: ... tasks that are more difficult or require special tools are best handled by professionals and are normally performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic The maintenance schedule applies to normal opera ng condi ons If you operate your engine under severe condi ons such as sustained high load or high temperature opera on or use in unusually wet or dusty condi ons consult your servicing ...

Page 14: ...reful when working around gasoline Use only a nonflammable solvent not gasoline to clean parts Keep cigare es sparks and flames away from all fuel related parts Remember that an authorized Honda servicing dealer knows your engine best and is fully equipped to maintain and repair it To ensure the best quality and reliability use only new genuine Honda parts or their equivalents for repair and repla...

Page 15: ...NE MIXTURE AVOID GETTING DIRT OR WATER IN THE FUEL TANK OCCASIONALLY YOU MAY HEAR A LIGHT SPARK KNOCK OR PINGING ΈMETALLIC RAPPING NOISEΉ WHILE OPERATING UNDER HEAVY LOADS THIS IS NO CAUSE FOR CONCERN IF SPARK KNOCK OR PINGING OCCURS AT A STEADY ENGINE SPEED UNDER NORMAL LOAD CHANGE BRANDS OF GASOLINE IF SPARK KNOCK OR PINGING PERSISTS SEE AN AUTHORIZED HONDA SERVICING DEALER NOTICE RUNNING THE EN...

Page 16: ...rd it causes environmental damage Wipe up spills immediately ENGINE OIL Oil is a major factor affec ng performance and service life Use 4 stroke automo ve detergent oil RECOMMENDED OIL Use 4 stroke motor oil that meets or exceeds the requirements for API service classifica on SJ SL or equivalent Always check the API service label on the oil container to be sure it includes the le ers SJ SL or equiv...

Page 17: ... level posi on as shown while adding oil 4 Reinstall the oil filler cap dips ck and ghten securely OIL CHANGE Drain the used oil when the engine is warm Warm oil drains quickly and completely 1 Check that the fuel filler cap is ghtened securely 2 Place a suitable container below the engine to catch the used oil 3 Remove the oil filler cap dips ck and drain the oil into the container by pping the e...

Page 18: ...ngine a er draining When refilling with fresh oil start with less than 80 cm 2 7 US oz 2 8 lmp oz Slowly add enough oil to fill to the bo om edge of the oil fill hole as sown below 5 Reinstall the oil filler cap dips ck securely If any oil is spilled make sure to wipe it up RUNNING THE ENGINE WITH A LOW OR EXCESSIVE OIL LEVEL CAN CAUSE ENGINE DAMAGE ...

Page 19: ...r element and air cleaner cover Cleaning 1 Clean the filter element in warm soapy water rinse and allow to dry thoroughly Or clean in nonflammable solbent and allow to dry 2 Dip the filter element in clean engine oil then squeeze out all excess oil The engine will smoke whenb started if too much oil is le in the foam 3 Wipe dirt from the air cleaner body and cover using a moist rag Be careful to p...

Page 20: ...op cover 2 Disconnect the spark plug cap and remove any dirt from around the spark plug area 3 Remove the spark plug with a 5 8 inch spark plug wrench 4 Inspect the spark plug Replace it if damaged or badly fouled if the sealing washer is in poor condi on or if the electrode is worn DO NOT OPERATE ENGINE WHEN THE TOP COVER IS REMOVED DO NOT PULL THE RECOIL STARTER HANDLE WHEN THE TOP COVER IS REMO...

Page 21: ...s the washer 9 When reinstalling the original spark plug ghten 1 8 1 4 turn a er the spark plug seats to compress the washer 10 A ach the spark plug cap to the spark plug 11 Install the top cover and ghten the 5 mm hex bolt securely with a hexagon wrench COOLING FINS InspecƟon 1 Loosen the 5 mm hex bolt then remove the top cover 2 Disconnect the spark plug cap 3 Inspect the engine cooling fins and...

Page 22: ...ened paper clip 4 Inspect the fuel filter If the fuel filter is dirty wash it gently with nonflammable or high flashpoint solvent If the fuel filter is excessively dirty replace it 5 Remove water and dirt from in the fuel tank by rinsing the inside of the fuel tank with nonflammable or high flash point solvent 6 Insert the fuel filter into the fuel tank and ghten the fuel filler cap securely GASOL...

Page 23: ...arrester GX25 Standard Pump type Spark Arrester Removal 1 Loosen the 5 mm hex bolt then remove the top cover 2 Remove the 4 mm screws from the spark arrester and remove the spark arrester from the muffler Spark Arrester Cleaning InspecƟon 1 Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen Be careful to avoid damaging the screen The spark arrester must be free of breaks and holes ...

Page 24: ...ter from the muffler Spark Arrester Cleaning InspecƟon 1 Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen Be careful to avoid damaging the screen The spark arrester must be free of breaks and holes Replace the spark arrester if it is damaged 2 Install the spark arrester in the reverse order of disassembly 3 Install the top cover and ghten the 5 mm hex bolt securely ...

Page 25: ...be free of breaks and holes If it is damaged or fouled excessively have it serviced by your Honda dealer Spark Arrester Cleaning InspecƟon 1 Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen Be careful to avoid damaging the screen The spark arrester must be free of breaks and holes Replace the spark arrester if it is damaged 2 Install the exhaust filter and spark arrester in the...

Page 26: ... deteriora on Very warm storage temperatures accelerate fuel deteriora on Fuel problems may occur within a few months or even less if the gasoline was not fresh when you filled the fuel tank Fuel system damage or engine performance problems resul ng from neglected storage prepara on are not covered under the Distributor s Limited Warranty You can extend fuel storage life by adding a gasoline stabi...

Page 27: ... Also avoid any area with a spark producing electric motor or where power tools are operated If possible avoid storage areas with high humidity because that promotes rust and corrosion Keep the engine level in storage Til ng can cause fuel or oil leakage With the engine and exaust system cool cover the engine to keep out dust A hot engine and exhaust system can ignite or melt some materials Do not...

Page 28: ...RUPTIONS FUEL TANKS BEING EMPTIED DURING OPERATION MAY RISK DEBRIS ALL FOREIGN OBJECTS ENTERING INTO THE FUEL INTAKE CONFIGURATION SYSTEM CAUSING BLOCKAGES OVER HEATING AND EVEN PISTON FAILURE TO AVOID THESE CIRCUMSTANCES PLEASE KEEP YOUR FUEL TANK WELL FILLED AT ALL TIMES AVOIDING ENGINE BREAKS INCURRED FROM THE RESULT OF FUEL STARVATION USE 4ͳSTROKE OIL THAT MEETS API SG SERVICE CLASSIFICATION O...

Page 29: ...29 TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ...

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