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GCV190-160 OM_English with Electric Start.fm Page 1 Thursday, May 15, 2008 10:55 AM
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a Honda engine. We want to help you to get
the best results from your new engine and to operate it safely. This
manual contains information on how to do that; please read it carefully
before operating the engine. If a problem should arise, or if you have
any questions about your engine, consult an authorized Honda
servicing dealer.
OWNER’S MANUAL
All information in th
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POM52684-N.book Page 2 Friday, May 2, 2008 9:05 AM COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATION BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS The engine control area differs based on the engine type. Refer to the IS YOUR ENGINE READY TO GO? individual diagrams below to determine your engine control type when For your safety, and to maximize the service life of your equipment, it reading the OPERATION section and other sections in this manual. is very important to take a few moments before you operate the STARTER GRIP FUEL FI
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POM52684-N.book Page 3 Friday, May 2, 2008 9:05 AM 2. Review the instructions TYPE 2: MANUAL CHOKE/MANUAL THROTTLE FAST SLOW provided with the equipment Starting The Engine powered by this engine: CHOKE 1. Turn the fuel valve to the ON position (see diagram, TYPE 1 Position the throttle control Step 1 on page 2). CHOKE/ so the choke/throttle lever THROTTLE 2. Move the choke lever to the ON position (cold engine). moves to the CHOKE LEVER position (cold engine). 3. Move the throttle le
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POM52684-N.book Page 4 Friday, May 2, 2008 9:05 AM TYPE 4: AUTOMATIC CHOKE RETURN/FIXED THROTTLE TYPE 5: MANUAL CHOKE/FIXED THROTTLE Starting The Engine Starting The Engine ENGINE STOP SWITCH 1. Turn the fuel valve to the ON position (see diagram, TYPE 1 1. Turn the fuel valve to the ON CHOKE Step 1 on page 2). position (see TYPE 1 ROD Step 1 on page 2). 2. Move the choke lever to the OFF OFF choke position (E cold engine). 2. Pull the choke rod to the ON position (cold engine). 3. Mo
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POM52684-N.book Page 5 Friday, May 2, 2008 9:05 AM Throttle Setting TYPE 8: AUTOMATIC CHOKE/FIXED THROTTLE Position the choke/throttle/stop lever for the desired engine speed. Starting The Engine FLYWHEEL BRAKE CONTROL CABLE For best engine performance, it is recommended the engine be 1. Turn the fuel valve to the ON operated with the choke/throttle/stop lever in the FAST (or high) position (see diagram, TYPE 1 position. Step 1 on page 2). Stopping The Engine 2. Move the flywheel brake l
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POM52684-N.book Page 6 Friday, May 2, 2008 9:05 AM SAFETY PRECAUTIONS REFUELING This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline with a pump • Make sure the engine is off before you begin any maintenance or octane rating of 86 or higher. repairs. This will eliminate several potential hazards: – Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust. Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. If the engine Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate has been
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POM52684-N.book Page 7 Friday, May 2, 2008 9:05 AM Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible ENGINE OIL with the environment. We suggest you take used oil in a sealed Recommended Oil container to your local recycling center or service station for Use 4-stroke motor oil that meets 30 reclamation. Do not throw it in the trash, pour it on the ground, or or exceeds the requirements for pour it down a drain. 5W-30 • 10W-30 API service category SJ or later. 3. With th
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POM52684-N.book Page 8 Friday, May 2, 2008 9:05 AM 3. Check the brake shoe SPARK PLUG BRAKE SHOE THICKNESS thickness. If it is less than Recommended Spark Plug: 3 mm (0.12 in), take the NGK - BPR6ES Pressure washer applications engine to your authorized NGK - BPR5ES All other applications Honda servicing dealer. 4. Install the fuel tank and The recommended spark plug is the correct heat range for normal recoil starter, and tighten engine operating temperatures. the three nuts securel
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POM52684-N.book Page 9 Friday, May 2, 2008 9:05 AM ENGINE OIL STORING YOUR ENGINE 1. Change the engine oil (see page 7). Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your engine trouble-free and looking good. The following steps will help to keep 2. Remove the spark plug (see page 8). rust and corrosion from impairing your engine’s function and 3. Pour a tablespoon (5 ~ 10 cc) of appearance, and will make the engine easier to start when you use it clean engine oil into the cylind
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POM52684-N.book Page 10 Friday, May 2, 2008 9:05 AM TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS TECHNICAL INFORMATION ENGINE WILL NOT START SERIAL NUMBER AND TYPE LOCATION Record the engine serial number and type in the space below. You will Possible Cause Correction need this information when ordering parts and when making technical Fuel valve OFF Move lever to ON. or warranty inquiries. Choke OFF Move the choke/throttle lever, choke rod, or MODEL SERIAL NUMBER ENGINE TYPE choke lever to the ON po
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POM52684-N.book Page 11 Friday, May 2, 2008 9:05 AM Air Index EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM INFORMATION An Air Index Information hang tag/label is applied to engines certified Source of Emissions to an emission durability time period in accordance with the The combustion process produces carbon monoxide, oxides of requirements of the California Air Resources Board. nitrogen, and hydrocarbons. Control of hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen is very important because, under certain conditions, th
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POM52684-N.book Page 12 Friday, May 2, 2008 9:05 AM Quick Reference Information SPECIFICATIONS Fuel Type Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane GCV160 rating of 86 or higher (page 6). Length x Width x Height 367 x 331 x 360 mm Engine Oil Type SAE 10W-30, API SJ or later, for general (without electric start) (14.4 x 13.0 x 14.2 in) use. ** Refill amount: 0.35 ~ 0.40 l Length x Width x Height 367 x 354 x 360 mm (12.0 ~ 13.5 oz) (with electric start) (14.4 x 13.9 x 14.2 in) Carburetor Idle
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POM52684-N.book Page 13 Friday, May 2, 2008 9:05 AM Battery Connections Wiring Diagrams Use the following materials to connect a 12-volt battery to the starter on TYPE 7 units (electric start with engine-mounted starter switch/ manual choke control/preset throttle): RECOIL STARTER (All Types) • Battery – 12-volt lead acid battery with a recommended ampere-hr ENGINE STOP rating of 3 Ah or a 14.4-volt NiCd battery with a recommended SWITCH ampere-hr rating of 1.7 Ah. SPARK • Wire – 12-gaug
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POM52684-N.book Page 14 Friday, May 2, 2008 9:05 AM DISTRIBUTOR’S LIMITED WARRANTY CONSUMER INFORMATION The applicable warranty is the warranty policy in effect in the country DISTRIBUTOR/DEALER LOCATOR INFORMATION where the warranty service is provided. United States, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands: Distributor’s Limited Warranty Call (800) 426-7701 United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands or visit our website: www.honda-engines.com PRODUCTS COVERED BY THIS LENGTH OF
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POM52684-N.book Page 15 Friday, May 2, 2008 9:05 AM Distributor’s Limited Warranty Canada EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Honda Canada Inc., 715 Milner Avenue, Toronto, Ontario for and on behalf of Honda Your new Honda Power Equipment engine complies with the U.S. EPA, Environment Motor Co. Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, gives the following written warranty on each new General Canada and State of California emission regulations. American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Purpose Engine manufactured by Honda Mo
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POM52684-N.book Page 16 Friday, May 2, 2008 9:05 AM Exclusions: Failures other than those resulting from defects in material or workmanship are not covered by this warranty. This warranty does not extend to emission control systems or parts which are affected or damaged by owner abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, misuse, misfueling, improper storage, accident and/or collision, the incorporation of, or any use of, any add-on or modified parts, unsuitable attachments, or the unauthorize
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POM52684-N.book Page 1 Friday, May 2, 2008 9:05 AM INTRODUCTION Merci d’avoir acheté un moteur Honda. Ce manuel vous aidera à obtenir les meilleurs résultats de votre nouveau moteur et à l’utiliser sans danger. Il contient tous les renseignements nécessaires ; veuillez le lire attentivement avant de faire fonctionner le moteur. En cas de problème ou pour toute question concernant votre moteur, veuillez consulter un concessionnaire Honda. Toute l’information contenue dans ce document est
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POM52684-N.book Page 2 Friday, May 2, 2008 9:05 AM EMPLACEMENT DES COMMANDES ET DES CONTRÔLES AVANT UTILISATION COMPOSANTS LE MOTEUR EST-IL PRÊT À FONCTIONNER ? Les commandes dépendent du type de moteur. Se reporter aux Pour des raisons de sécurité et pour assurer une durée de service schémas individuels ci-dessous pour déterminer quel type de optimale du matériel, il est très important de consacrer quelques commande moteur considérer lors de la lecture de la section instants au contrôl
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POM52684-N.book Page 3 Friday, May 2, 2008 9:05 AM 2. Consulter le mode d’emploi TYPE 2 : STARTER MANUEL/PAPILLON MANUEL RAPIDE LENT du matériel et placer la Démarrage le moteur commande des gaz de STARTER 1. Mettre le robinet d’essence [1] en position OUVERT (voir manière à ce que le levier instruction 1 du TYPE 1 page 2). de starter/papillon [2] soit en position STARTER 2. Mettre le levier de starter [2] en position OUVERT. (moteur froid). [2] 3. Mettre le levier de papillon en posi
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POM52684-N.book Page 4 Friday, May 2, 2008 9:05 AM TYPE 4 : STARTER À RETOUR AUTOMATIQUE/ TYPE 5 : STARTER MANUEL/CARBURATEUR PRÉRÉGLÉ CARBURATEUR PRÉRÉGLÉ Démarrage le moteur [3] Démarrage le moteur FERMÉ 1. Mettre le robinet d’essence [1] en position OUVERT (voir 1. Mettre le robinet d’essence [2] instruction 1 du TYPE 1 en position OUVERT (voir FERMÉ page 2). instruction 1 du TYPE 1 page 2). 2. Tirer la tige de starter [2] [1] MARCHE jusqu’à sa position OUVERT 2. Mettre le levier
