Refueling; Engine Oil; Recommended Oil - Honda GXV390 Owner's Manual

REFUELING

Recommended Fuel
Unleaded gasoline
U.S. Pump octane rating 86 or higher
Except U.S. Research octane rating 91 or higher
Pump octane rating 86 or higher
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline with a
pump octane rating of 86 or higher (a research octane rating of 91
or higher).
Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped. If the
engine has been running, allow it to cool first. Never refuel the
engine inside a building where gasoline fumes may reach flames
or sparks.
You may use unleaded gasoline containing no more than 10%
ethanol (E10) or 5% methanol by volume. In addition, methanol
must contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors. Use of fuels
with content of ethanol or methanol greater than shown above
may cause starting and/or performance problems. It may also
damage metal, rubber, and plastic parts of the fuel system. Engine
damage or performance problems that result from using a fuel
with percentages of ethanol or methanol greater than shown
above are not covered under the Warranty.
If your equipment will be used on an infrequent or intermittent
basis, please refer to the ''Fuel'' section of the ''STORING YOUR
ENGINE'' chapter (see page
regarding fuel deterioration.
Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil/gasoline
mixture. Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank.
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive, and you
can be burned or seriously injured when refueling.
Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame
away.
Refuel only outdoors.
Wipe up spills immediately.
Fuel can damage paint and some types of plastic. Be careful not to
spill fuel when filling your fuel tank. Damage caused by spilled
fuel is not covered under the Distributor's Limited Warranty.
For refueling, refer to the manufacturer's instructions provided
with the equipment. See the following for a Honda supplied
standard fuel tank refueling instruction.
1. With the engine stopped and on a level surface, remove the fuel
filler cap and check the fuel level.
2. Refill the tank if the fuel level is low.
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FUEL FILLER CAP
3. Refuel carefully to avoid spilling any fuel. Do not fill the tank
completely. Do not fill the fuel tank past the upper limit level as
illustrated to allow for fuel expansion and movement.
4. After refueling, tighten the fuel filler cap until it clicks at least
one time.
5. Wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the engine.
Keep gasoline away from appliance pilot lights, barbecues,
electric appliances, power tools, etc.
Spilled fuel is not only a fire hazard, it causes environmental
damage. Wipe up spills immediately.

ENGINE OIL

Oil is a major factor affecting performance and service life.
Use 4-stroke automotive detergent oil.

Recommended Oil

Use 4-stroke motor oil that
meets or exceeds the
requirements for API service
category SJ or later (or
equivalent). Always check the
API service label on the oil
container to be sure it includes
the letters SJ or later (or
equivalent).
SAE 10W-30 is recommended for general use. Other viscosities
shown in the chart may be used when the average temperature in
your area is within the indicated range.
ENGLISH
UPPER LIMIT
46 mm
(1.8 in)
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE