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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
OWNER’S MANUAL
carefully before operating the engine. If a problem should arise, or
if you have any questions about your engine, consult an
MANUEL DE L’UTILISATEUR
authorized Honda servicing dealer.
MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO
All information in this publication
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05/04/12 20:09:12 32Z5N600_002 SAFETY INFORMATION COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATION RECOIL STARTER Understand the operation of all controls and learn how to stop STARTER GRIP the engine quickly in case of emergency. Make sure the operator OIL FILLER CAP/ DIPSTICK receives adequate instruction before operating the equipment. Do not allow children to operate the engine. Keep children and pets away from the area of operation. Your engine’s exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide. Do not run the engin
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05/04/12 20:09:28 32Z5N600_003 FEATURES BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS OIL ALERT SYSTEM (applicable types) IS YOUR ENGINE READY TO GO? The Oil Alert system is designed to prevent engine damage caused by an insufficient amount of oil in the crankcase. Before For your safety, and to maximize the service life of your the oil level in the crankcase can fall below a safe limit, the Oil equipment, it is very important to take a few moments before you Alert system will sound a buzzer, warning you that oil nee
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05/04/12 20:09:46 32Z5N600_004 OPERATION STARTING THE ENGINE SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS 1. Move the fuel valve lever to the ON position. FUEL VALVE LEVER Before operating the engine for the first time, please review the SAFETY INFORMATION section on page 2 and the BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS on page 3 . ON Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and even kill you. Avoid any areas or actions that expose you to carbon monoxide. Review the instructions provided with the equ
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05/04/12 20:10:02 32Z5N600_005 4. Operate the starter. STOPPING THE ENGINE RECOIL STARTER To stop the engine in an emergency, simply move the control lever to the OFF position. Under normal conditions, use the Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance, then pull following procedure. briskly. Return the starter grip gently. 1. Move the control lever to the OFF position. S ST TA AR RT TE ER R G GR RIIP P The control lever shown here will be connected to a remote control on the equipm
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05/04/12 20:10:07 32Z5N600_006 SETTING ENGINE SPEED Position the control lever for the desired engine speed. The control lever shown here will be connected to a remote control on the equipment powered by this engine. Refer to the instructions provided with that equipment for remote control information and engine speed recommendations. CONTROL LEVER M MA AX X.. M MIIN N.. 6 ENGLISH
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05/04/12 20:10:28 32Z5N600_007 SERVICING YOUR ENGINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD (3) Each First Every 3 Every 6 Every Refer Good maintenance is essential for safe, economical and trouble- Perform at every Use Month Months Months Year to indicated month or or or or or Page free operation. It will also help reduce pollution. operating hour interval, 20 Hrs 50 Hrs 100 Hrs 300 Hrs whichever comes first. ITEM Improper maintenance, or failure to correct a
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05/04/12 20:10:46 32Z5N600_008 REFUELING Refuel in a well-ventilated area before starting the engine. If the engine has been running, allow it to cool. Refuel carefully to avoid Recommended Fuel spilling fuel. Do not fill the fuel tank completely. Fill tank to the Unleaded gasoline upper limit level below the filler neck of the fuel tank to allow for U.S. Pump octane rating 86 or higher fuel expansion. It may be necessary to lower the fuel level Except U.S. Research octane rating 91 or higher de
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05/04/12 20:11:02 32Z5N600_009 Oil Level Check 4. Screw in the oil filler cap/dipstick securely. Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and in a level OIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK position. 1. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe it clean. 2. Insert and remove the oil filler cap/dipstick without screwing it into the oil filler neck. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick. 3. If the oil level is near or below the lower limit mark on the SEALING dipstick, fill with the recommended
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05/04/12 20:11:27 32Z5N600_010 AIR CLEANER SPARK PLUG A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor, reducing Recommended Spark Plugs: BPR5ES (NGK) engine performance. If you operate the engine in very dusty areas, W16EPR-U (DENSO) clean the air filter more often than specified in the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE. The recommended spark plug is the correct heat range for normal engine operating temperatures. Operating the engine without an air filter, or with a damaged air filter, will all
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05/04/18 14:40:50 32Z5N600_011 SPARK ARRESTER (applicable types) HELPFUL TIPS & SUGGESTIONS The spark arrester may be standard or an optional part, depending STORING YOUR ENGINE on the engine type. In some areas, it is illegal to operate an engine without a spark arrester. Check local laws and regulations. A spark Storage Preparation arrester is available from authorized Honda servicing dealers. Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your engine trouble-free and looking good. The fo
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05/04/12 20:12:06 32Z5N600_012 Adding a Gasoline Stabilizer to Extend Fuel Storage Life Engine Oil When adding a gasoline stabilizer, fill the fuel tank with fresh 1. Change the engine oil (see page 9 ). gasoline. If only partially filled, air in the tank will promote fuel deterioration during storage. If you keep a container of gasoline 2. Remove the spark plug (see page 10 ). for refueling, be sure that it contains only fresh gasoline. 3. Pour a tablespoon 5 10 cm (5 10 cc) of clean engine oil
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05/04/12 20:12:20 32Z5N600_013 Removal from Storage TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS Check your engine as described in the BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS section of this manual (see page 3 ). ENGINE WILL Possible Cause Correction NOT START If the fuel was drained during storage preparation, fill the tank with 1. Electric Battery Recharge battery. fresh gasoline. If you keep a container of gasoline for refueling, be starting discharged. sure it contains only fresh gasoline. Gasoline oxidizes and (appl
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05/04/12 20:12:37 32Z5N600_014 TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION Remote Control Linkage TECHNICAL INFORMATION The control is provided with a hole for cable attachment. Install a solid wire cable as shown below. Do not use braided wire cable. Serial Number Location SOLID WIRE CABLE Record the engine serial number, type and purchase date in the space below. You CABLE CLAMP will need this information when ordering parts and when 5 16mm BOLT making technical or warranty inquiries. ENGINE SERIAL NUMB
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05/04/12 20:12:59 32Z5N600_015 Oxygenated Fuels Emission Control System Information Some conventional gasolines are being blended with alcohol or an Source of Emissions ether compound. These gasolines are collectively referred to as The combustion process produces carbon monoxide, oxides of oxygenated fuels. To meet clean air standards, some areas of the nitrogen, and hydrocarbons. Control of hydrocarbons and oxides United States and Canada use oxygenated fuels to help reduce of nitrogen is very
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05/04/12 20:13:22 32Z5N600_016 Air Index Specifications An Air Index Information hang tag/label is applied to engines GXV340 certified to an emission durability time period in accordance with Length Width 433 382 406 mm the requirements of the California Air Resources Board. Height (17.015.016.0in) Dry weight 31 kg (68 lbs) The bar graph is intended to provide you, our customer, the ability Engine type 4-stroke, overhead valve, single cylinder to compare the emissions performance of available en
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05/04/12 20:13:36 32Z5N600_017 Quick Reference Information 1A CHARGING SYSTEM Fuel Unleaded gasoline (Refer to page 8) U.S. Pump octane rating 86 or higher Except Research octane rating 91 or higher U.S. Pump octane rating 86 or higher Engine oil SAE 10W-30, API SJ or SL, for general use. Refer to page 8. Spark plug BPR5ES (NGK) W16EPR-U (DENSO) Maintenance Before each use: 3A CHARGING SYSTEM Check engine oil level. Refer to page 9. Check air filter. Refer to page 10. First 20 hours: Change engi
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05/04/12 20:14:04 32Z5N600_018 CONSUMER INFORMATION Canada: Honda Canada, Inc. Distributor/Dealer Locator Information 715 Milner Avenue Toronto, ON United States, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands: M1B 2K8 Call (800) 426-7701 or visit our website: www.honda-engines.com Telephone: (888) 9HONDA9 Toll free (888) 946-6329 Canada: English: (416) 299-3400 Local Toronto dialing area Call (888) 9HONDA9 French: (416) 287-4776 Local Toronto dialing area or visit our website: www.honda.ca Facsimile: (87
