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Honda Engine
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SPECIFICATIONS
GX240 - GX270
a. Remove the spark plug cap. Clean any dirt from around the spark plug base, then remove the spark plug.
b. Install the spark plug in the plug cap.
c. Turn the engine switch on.
d. Grounding the side electrode to any engine ground, and pull the recoil starter to see if sparks jump across
the gap.
e. If there is no spark, replace the plug.
If OK, try to start the engine according to the instructions.
6.
Is there a spark at the spark plug?
7.
If the engine still does not start, take the engine to the dealer.
Engine will not start, using electric starter:
1. Are the battery cables securely connected and free of corrosion?
2. Is the battery fully charged?
NOTE:
If the engine does not charge the battery, check the circuit breaker.
3. If the starter motor operates but the engine will not start, follow the troubleshooting procedures described
under recoil starter operation.
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
GX240
GX270
Description code
GC04
GX270
Cyclone Type
2
2
LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT
390 x 450 x 435 mm
Dry Weight
23.5 kg (51.8 lb)
Engine Type
4 - Stroke, overhead valve, single cylindrer
Displacement (Bore x Stroke)
242 cc (14 .8 cu in)
173 x 58 mm (2 . 9 x 2.3 in)]
270 cc (16.5 cu in)
[77 x 58 mm (3.0 in x
2.3 in)]
Max. Output
8.0 HP / 3.600 rpm
9.0 HP / 3.600 rpm
Max. Torque
1.7 kg-m (12.29 ft-lb)/2,500
rpm
1.95 kg (14. 1 ft-
lb)/2,500 rpm
Fuel Consumption
230 g/HPh (0. 7 lb/HPh)
Cooling System
Forced Air
Ignition System
Transistorized Magneto
