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OWNER’S MANUAL
GC160 • GC190
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
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COMPONENT LOCATION
1 Fuel filler cap 7 Muffler
2 Starter grip 8 Muffler deflector (optional)
3 Fuel tank 9 Oil filler cap/ dipstick
4 Control location * 10 Oil drain bolt
5 Air cleaner 11 Engine serial number and type
6Spark plug
* The engine control area dif
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Type/Tipo 1 Type/Tipo 2 Type/Tipo 3 [2] [1] [1] [1] [2] [2] Type/ Manual Choke [1], Type/ Manual Choke [1], Ignition Switch Type/ Manual Choke [1], Engine Stop Switch Tipo 1 Manual Throttle (gray) [2] Tipo 2 Lever (red) [2], Fixed Throttle Tipo 3 [2], Fixed Throttle Étrangleur Manuel [1], Étrangleur Manuel [1], Levier de Étrangleur Manuel [1], Interrupteur Accélérateur Manuel [2] Commande D’allumage [2], d’arrêt du Moteur [2], Accélérateur Fixe Accélérateur Fixe Choke Manual [1], Choke
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Figure/Figura 7 Figure/Figura 8 [1] [3] [2] 30 5W-30 • 10W-30 [1] 020 40 60 80 100°F -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40°C Figure/Figura 9 Figure/Figura 10 [1] [2] [1] [3] [1] [5] [2] [4] [3] Figure/Figura 11 Figure/Figura 12 Figure/Figura 13 [1] [5] [3] [2] [1] [4] 0.028 ~ 0.030 in (0.70 ~ 0.80 mm) [1] [2] 3
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DAMAGE PREVENTION MESSAGES ENGLISH You will also see other important messages that are preceded by the INTRODUCTION word NOTICE. This word means: Thank you for purchasing a Honda engine. We want to help you get the best results from your new engine and operate it safely. This Your engine or other property can be damaged manual contains information on how to do that; please read it carefully NOTICE if you don’t follow instructions. before operating the engine. If a problem should arise, or if
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Review the instructions provided with the equipment powered by Type 1: Manual Choke, Manual Throttle this engine for any precautions and procedures that should be STARTING THE ENGINE followed before engine startup. 1. Move the choke rod [1] to the CLOSED position (cold engine) OPERATION (see Figure 1, page 2). 2. Move the throttle lever (gray) [2] to the SLOW position, about 1/3 SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS of the way toward the FAST position (see Figure 2, page 2). Before operating the engin
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SERVICING YOUR ENGINE Perform at every indicated month/year or operating hour interval, THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE (1) whichever comes first. Good maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and trouble-free operation. It will also help reduce pollution. Regular Item Page Service Period WARNING Before each Check: Engine oil level page 7 use Check: Air filter page 7 Improper maintenance, or failure to correct a problem before operation, can cause a malfunction
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Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or oil/gasoline mixture. Oil Change Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank. See Figure 9, page 3. Drain the engine oil when the engine is warm. Warm oil drains quickly and completely. WARNING 1. Place a suitable container next to the engine to catch the used oil. Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive, and you can be burned or seriously injured when refueling. 2. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick [1], and the oil drain plug [2] and wash
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SPARK PLUG STORING YOUR ENGINE See Figure 11, page 3. STORAGE PREPARATION Recommended Spark Plug: NGK - BPR6ES Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your engine The recommended spark plug is the correct heat range for normal trouble-free and looking good. The following steps will help to keep engine operating temperatures. rust and corrosion from impairing your engine’s function and appearance, and will make the engine easier to start when you use it again. NOTICE Incorrect sp
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2. After adding a fuel stabilizer, run the engine outdoors for TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS 10 minutes to be sure that treated gasoline has replaced the Engine will not start untreated gasoline in the carburetor. POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION Long Term or Seasonal Storage (greater than 90 days) Choke is OFF. Unless the engine is warm, move the choke lever to the CHOKE WARNING position. Ignition switch or engine stop • Move the throttle lever to the Gasoline is highly flammable and e
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• Altering or defeating the governor linkage or speed-adjusting Carburetor Modifications for High Altitude Operation mechanism to cause the engine to operate outside its design At high altitude, the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will be too parameters. rich. Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption will increase. A very rich mixture will also foul the spark plug and cause hard starting. Problems That May Affect Emissions Operation at an altitude that differs from that at whic
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Specifications Wiring Diagrams GC160 WITH OIL ALERT Length x Width x Height 13.3 x 14.5 x 13.0 in (337 x 369 x 331 mm) Dry weight 25 lb (11.5 kg) Engine type 4-stroke, overhead cam, single cylinder 3 Displacement 9.8 cu-in (160 cm ) [Bore x Stroke] [2.5 x 2.0 in (64 x 50 mm)] Oil capacity 20 oz (0.58 ) Fuel tank capacity 0.48 gal (1.8 ) Cooling system Forced air Ignition system Transistorized magneto [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] PTO shaft rotation Counterclockwise GC190 Length x Width x Height 13.6
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To Qualify for this Warranty: CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION The Honda general purpose engine must be purchased from a Honda general Servicing dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should purpose engine dealer or distributor authorized to sell that product in the be able to answer any question you may have. If you encounter a United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands. This limited warranty applies to first retail purchaser and each subsequent owner during the probl
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THE OWNER’S OBLIGATION Distributor’s Warranty Canada In order to maintain the validity of this DISTRIBUTOR'S WARRANTY, the required maintenance services as set forth in the Owner's Manual must be Honda Canada Inc., for and on behalf of Honda Motor Co. Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, performed at the proper intervals and detailed receipts and records retained as gives the following written warranty on each new General Purpose Engine proof. manufactured by Honda Motor Co. Ltd., Japan, distributed in Cana
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Honda will also replace other engine components damaged by a failure of any EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY warranted part during the warranty period. Your new Honda Power Equipment engine complies with the U.S. EPA, Only Honda approved replacement parts may be used in the performance of Environment Canada, and State of California emission regulations (models any warranty repairs and must be provided without charge to the owner. The certified for sale in California only). American Honda M
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MANUEL DE L’UTILISATEUR GC160 • GC190 AVERTISSEMENT Les gaz d'échappement du moteur contiennent des produits chimiques reconnus par l'État de la Californie comme pouvant entraîner le cancer, des malformations à la naissance et autres dangers liés à la reproduction. [5] [6] [7] [1] [8] [2] [3] [11] [9] [4] [10] EMPLACEMENT DES COMPOSANTS 1 Bouchon de remplissage d’essence 7 Silencieux 2 Poignée de démarreur 8 Déflecteure silencieux (optional) 3 Réservoir d’essence 9 Bouchon de remplissag
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MESSAGES DE PRÉVENTION DES DOMMAGES FRANÇAIS Vous rencontrerez également d’autres messages importants précédés de l’intitulé AVIS. Ce terme signifie : INTRODUCTION Risque de dommages matériels du moteur et Merci d’avoir acheté un moteur Honda. Ce manuel vous aidera à AVIS autres si les instructions ne sont pas respectées. obtenir les meilleurs résultats de votre nouveau moteur et à l’utiliser sans danger. Il contient tous les renseignements nécessaires ; L’objet de ces messages est d’écarte
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Type 1: Étrangleur Manuel, Accélérateur Manuel FONCTIONNEMENT MESURES DE PRÉCAUTION DÉMARRAGE DU MOTEUR Avant de mettre le moteur en marche pour la première fois, consulter 1. Tirez sur la tige d'étrangleur [1] et placez-la en position FERMÉE la section MESSAGES DE SÉCURITÉ et CONTRÔLES AVANT (CLOSED) (moteur froid) (Voir la Figure 1, page 2). UTILISATION à la page 16. 2. Déplacez le levier des gaz [2] (gris) de la position LENTE (SLOW) Par mesure de sécurité, ne pas faire fonctionner l
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4. Si la tige d'étrangleur était en position FERMÉE (CLOSED) pour Vous seul êtes en mesure de savoir si vous pouvez ou non effectuer mettre le moteur en marche, poussez-la en position OUVERTE les différents travaux. (OPEN) dès que le moteur se réchauffe. Le régime du moteur est préréglé sur ce type de moteur. AVERTISSEMENT ARRÊT DU MOTEUR Le non-respect des recommandations d'entretien et des Déplacez l'interrupteur d'arrêt du moteur en position D’ARRÊT consignes de sécurité peut causer de
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Ajout de Carburant Entretien Élément Page Voir la Figure 7, page 3. Régulier 1. Retirez le bouchon de remplissage d'essence. (4) Tous les 2 ans Vérification: Conduit d'essence 2. Remplissez le réservoir d'essence jusqu'au bas du repère de (remplacer au besoin) remplissage maximal du réservoir. Ne pas remplir le réservoir au-delà du repère maximal [1]. Essuyez les déversements (1) Procéder à des entretiens plus fréquents lorsque le moteur fonctionne d'essence avant de mettre le moteur e
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Vidange d'huile Inspection Voir la Figure 9, page 3. Voir la Figure 10, page 3. Vidangez l'huile lorsque le moteur est encore chaud afin de permettre 1. Comprimez les ergots de blocage [1] situés sur la partie supérieure une vidange rapide et complète. du couvercle de filtre à air [2] et enlevez le couvercle de filtre à air. Assurez-vous que le filtre [3] est propre et qu'il est en bon état. 1. Placez un contenant approprié sous lw bouchon (boulon) de vidange afin de récupérer l’huile usée.
