Table Of Contents; Safety Messages; Safety Information; Before Operation Checks - Honda GCV145 Owner's Manual

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 your servicing
dealer.
All information in this publication is based on the latest product
information available at the time of printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and
without incurring any obligation. No part of this publication may be
reproduced without written permission.
This manual should be considered a permanent part of the engine
and should remain with the engine if resold.
We suggest you read the warranty policy to fully understand its
coverage and your responsibilities of ownership.
Review the instructions provided with the equipment powered by
this engine for any additional information regarding engine startup,
shutdown, operation, adjustments or any special maintenance
instructions.
CONTENTS
SAFETY MESSAGES ................... 1
SAFETY INFORMATION .............. 1
BEFORE OPERATION
CHECKS ........................................ 1
OPERATION.................................. 2
SAFE OPERATING
PRECAUTIONS......................... 2
STARTING THE ENGINE.......... 2
STOPPING THE ENGINE.......... 2
SERVICING YOUR ENGINE ......... 3
THE IMPORTANCE OF
MAINTENANCE........................ 3
MAINTENANCE SAFETY ......... 3
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .......... 3
MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE ............................... 3
REFUELING .............................. 3
ENGINE OIL .............................. 4
AIR CLEANER ........................... 4
SPARK PLUG ............................ 5
SPARK ARRESTER ................... 5
1
HELPFUL TIPS &
SUGGESTIONS............................ 5
STORING YOUR
ENGINE..................................... 5
TRANSPORTING ...................... 6
TAKING CARE OF
UNEXPECTED
PROBLEMS................................... 6
TECHNICAL
INFORMATION............................. 7
CONSUMER
INFORMATION............................. 9
Honda General Purpose Engine
International Warranty ................ 9

SAFETY MESSAGES

Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have
provided important safety messages in this manual and on the
engine. Please read these messages carefully.
A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt
you or others. Each safety message is preceded by a safety alert
symbol and one of three words, DANGER, WARNING, or
CAUTION.
These signal words mean:
Each message tells you what the hazard is, what can happen, and
what you can do to avoid or reduce injury.
DAMAGE PREVENTION MESSAGES
You will also see other important messages that are preceded by
the word NOTICE.
This word means:
Your engine or other property can be damaged if you
don't follow instructions.
The purpose of these messages is to help prevent damage to your
engine, other property, or the environment.

SAFETY INFORMATION

• Understand the operation of all controls and learn how to stop
the engine quickly in case of emergency. Make sure the operator
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 engine without adequate ventilation, and never
run the engine indoors.
• The engine and exhaust become very hot during operation.
Keep the engine at least 1 meter (3 feet) away from buildings and
other equipment during operation. Keep flammable materials
away, and do not place anything on the engine while it is running.
SAFETY LABEL LOCATION
See page A-1.
This label warns you of potential hazards that can cause serious
injury. Read it carefully.
If the label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda
servicing dealer for replacement.
COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATIONS
See page A-1.

BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS

IS YOUR ENGINE READY TO GO?
For your safety, to ensure compliance with environmental
regulations, and to maximize the service life of your equipment, it is
very important to take a few moments before you operate the
engine to check its condition. Be sure to take care of any problem
ENGLISH
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don't follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don't follow instructions.
You CAN be HURT if you don't follow
instructions.