Honda Power Equipment EM3800SX user manual

User manual for the device Honda Power Equipment EM3800SX

Device: Honda Power Equipment EM3800SX
Category: Portable Generator
Manufacturer: Honda Power Equipment
Size: 2.97 MB
Added : 3/28/2014
Number of pages: 75
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EM3800SXEM5000SXEM6500SX
K2:EM5000SX
31Z21604
See page 57 for instructions
00X31-Z21-6040
on assembling your generator.

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07/11/07 10:20:31 31Z21600_001 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas that can build up to dangerous levels in closed areas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness or death. Never run the generator in a closed, or even partly closed area where people may be present. The generator is a potential source of electrical shock if misus

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07/11/07 10:20:37 31Z21600_002 Congratulations on your selection of a Honda generator. We are certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest generators on the market. We want to help you get the best results from your new generator and to operate it safely. This manual contains the information on how to do that; please read it carefully. As you read this manual, you will find information preceded by a symbol. That information is intended to help you avoid damage to your gene

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07/11/07 10:20:47 31Z21600_003 A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. And using this generator safely is an important responsibility. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating

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07/11/07 10:20:51 31Z21600_004 CONTENTS GENERATOR SAFETY ............................................................................... 5 Safety Label Locations ........................................................................ 5 Important Safety Information ............................................................. 6 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ............................................................... 8 CONTROLS ......................................................................

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07/11/07 10:20:54 31Z21600_005 MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................... 35 The Importance of Maintenance ....................................................... 35 Maintenance Safety ........................................................................... 36 Maintenance Schedule ...................................................................... 37 Engine Oil Change ..................................................................

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07/11/08 09:53:06 31Z21600_006 GENERATOR SAFETY SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read them carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda generator dealer for a replacement. 5

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07/12/05 13:53:53 31Z21600_007 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Honda generators are designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions. Read and understand this owner’s manual before operating your generator. You can help prevent accidents by being familiar with your generator’s controls, and by observing safe operating procedures. Operator Responsibility Know how to stop the generator quickly in case of emergency. Understand the use of all generator controls, output

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07/11/07 10:21:23 31Z21600_008 Electric Shock Hazards The generator produces enough electric power to cause a serious shock or electrocution if misused. Using a generator or electrical appliance in wet conditions, such as rain or snow, or near a pool or sprinkler system, or when your hands are wet, could result in electrocution. Keep the generator dry. If the generator is stored outdoors, unprotected from the weather, check all of the electrical components on the control panel before each use. M

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07/11/07 10:21:31 31Z21600_009 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ENGINE SWITCH CONTROL PANEL CHOKE ROD AIR CLEANER FUEL VALVE LEVER STARTER GRIP OIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER FUSE OIL DRAIN PLUG CONTROL PANEL 1:Except EM3800SX 120 ONLY 120/240 VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH AC CIRCUIT PROTECTORS AC CIRCUIT BREAKER 120/240V AC RECEPTACLE DC CIRCUIT PROTECTOR 1 DC OUTPUT TERMINAL AUTO THROTTLE 120V AC RECEPTACLES GROUND TERMINAL SWITCH 8

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07/11/08 09:53:21 31Z21600_010 TRANSPORT HANDLE FUEL TANK CAP FUEL GAUGE SPARK PLUG CAP FRAME SERIAL NUMBER STAND WHEEL MUFFLER *Record the engine and frame serial numbers and date of purchase for your future reference. Refer to these serial numbers when ordering parts and when making technical or warranty inquiries (see page 69). Engine serial number: Frame serial number: Date of purchase: 9

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07/11/07 10:21:48 31Z21600_011 CONTROLS Engine Switch To start and stop the engine. Key position: OFF: To stop the engine. Key can be removed/inserted. ON: To run the engine after starting. START: To start the engine by operating the starter motor. ON S ST TA AR RT T O OF FF F ENGINE SWITCH Starter Grip To start the engine, pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt, and then pull briskly. Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return it gently to prevent dama

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07/11/07 10:21:55 31Z21600_012 Fuel Valve Lever The fuel valve is located between the fuel tank and carburetor. When the valve lever is in the ON position, fuel is allowed to flow from the fuel tank to the carburetor. Be sure to return the fuel valve lever to the OFF position after stopping the engine. FUEL VALVE LEVER OFF ON Choke Rod The choke is used to provide an enriched fuel mixture when starting a cold engine. It can be opened and closed by operating the choke rod manually. Pull the rod o

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07/11/07 10:22:03 31Z21600_013 Voltage Selector Switch (Dual Voltage System) The voltage selector switch switches the main power carrying windings of the generator to produce ‘‘120V ONLY’’ or ‘‘120/240V’’. If a 240V appliance is connected to the 4-prong receptacle, the switch must be in the ‘‘120/240V’’ position. If only a 120V appliance is being connected to any of the 120V 3-prong receptacles, select the ‘‘120V ONLY’’ position. Switch Position 120/240V: The 120V and 120/240V receptacles can be

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07/11/07 10:22:09 31Z21600_014 DC Terminals The DC terminals may ONLY be used for charging 12-volt automotive type batteries. The terminals are colored red to identify the positive ( ) terminal and black to identify the negative ( ) terminal. The battery must be connected to the generator DC terminals with the proper polarity (battery positive to generator red terminal and battery negative to the generator black terminal). DC Circuit Protector The DC circuit protector automatically shuts off t

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07/11/07 10:22:18 31Z21600_015 Oil Alert System The Oil Alert system is designed to prevent engine damage caused by an insufficient amount of oil in the crankcase. Before the oil level in the crankcase can fall below a safe limit, the Oil Alert system will automatically stop the engine (the engine switch will remain in the ON position). The Oil Alert system should not take the place of checking the oil level before each use. If the engine stops and will not restart, check the engine oil level (s

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07/11/07 10:22:23 31Z21600_016 AC Circuit Breaker The AC circuit breaker will automatically switch OFF if there is a short circuit or a significant overload of the generator at the receptacle. If the AC circuit breaker is switched OFF automatically, check that the appliance is working properly and does not exceed the rated load capacity of the circuit before switching the AC circuit breaker ON again. The AC circuit breaker may be used to switch the generator power ON or OFF. ON OFF AC CIRCUIT BR

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07/11/07 10:22:28 31Z21600_017 AC Circuit Protector The AC circuit protectors will automatically switch OFF if there is a short circuit or a significant overload of the generator at the 20A 120V, 30A 120V locking plug, or 120/240V locking plug receptacle. If an AC circuit protector switches OFF automatically, check that the appliance is working properly and does not exceed the rated load capacity of the circuit before resetting the AC circuit protector ON. AC CIRCUIT PROTECTORS ON 1 OFF 1:Exce

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07/11/07 10:22:35 31Z21600_018 GENERATOR USE Connections to a Building’s Electrical System Connections for standby power to a building’s electrical system must be made by a qualified electrician. The connection must isolate the generator power from utility power, and must comply with all applicable laws and electrical codes. A transfer switch, which isolates generator power from utility power, is available through authorized Honda generator dealers. Improper connections to a building’s electrica

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07/11/07 10:22:45 31Z21600_019 AC Applications Before connecting an appliance or power cord to the generator: Make sure that it is in good working order. Faulty appliances or power cords can create a potential for electrical shock. If an appliance begins to operate abnormally, becomes sluggish, or stops suddenly, turn it off immediately. Disconnect the appliance, and determine whether the problem is the appliance or the rated load capacity of the generator has been exceeded. Make sure that the e


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