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Honda EXW171S Owner's Manual

Honda EXW171S Owner's Manual

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  • Page 3 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.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS 1. GENERATOR/WELDER SAFETY n..! .....a....2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ..I........3. PRE-OPERATION CHECK ............4.

  • Page 5: Generator/Welder Safety N

    1. ,GENERATOR/WELDER SAFETY TO ENSURE SAFE OPERATION Place the generator/welder on a firm, level surface; avoid loose sand or snow. If the generator/welder is tilted or overturned, fuel spillage and a fire may result. To prevent fire hazards and to provide adequate ventilation, keep the...
  • Page 6 Q Gasoline extremely flammable is explosive under certain conditions. 0 Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the refuelling area or where gasoline stored. 0 Do not over-W the fuel tarnk. After refueling, make sure the tank cap is closed...
  • Page 7 Read these labels before you operate the generator/welder. HONDA MOTOR CO.. LTD. MADE IN JAPAN 0 BE SURE TO FILL CRANKCASE CURRENT RANGE...
  • Page 8 WARNING : TO PKVENT SEVERE EKCTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT INSERT FINGERS OR OBIECTS INTO THE WELDER TERMINALS. STOP ENGINE BEFORE REFUELING. PARAR MOTOR ANTES DE ECHAR.

  • Page 9: Component Identification

    2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION w-s... RUBBER FRON T MAINTENANCE CbVER OIL FILLER CAP- CURRENT CONTROL KNOB AC RECEPTACLES ~!SITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERM’INAL (WELD TERMINAL) (WELD TERMINAL)
  • Page 10 ’ ENGINE SWITCH (Interlocked with fuel valve) UPPER MAINTENANCE COVER FUEL TANK MAINTENANCE REAR MAINTENANCE AIR CLEANER...

  • Page 11: Pre-Operation Check

    Nondetergent oils, castor-based oils, and 2-stroke oils are not recommended because they have inadequate lubricating characteristics. Honda 4-stroke equivalent high-detergent, premium quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed U.S. automobile manufac- turer’s requirements Service Classification SE ‘or...
  • Page 12 Fuel Check the fuel gauge and refill the tank if the fuel level is low. Do not fill above the UPPER LEVEL line. Use automotive gasoline with a pump octane number (y) of 86 or higher, or a research octane number.of 91 or higher (unleaded is preferred to minimize combustion chamber deposits.) Never use an oil/gasoline...
  • Page 13 Containing Alcohol If you decide to use a gasoline containing alcohol (“gasohol”), be sure its octane rating is at least as high as that recommended by Honda. There are two types of “gasohol”: that containing ethanol, and that containing methanol.
  • Page 14 Check the Battery The electrolyte level must be maintained between the UPPER and LOWER level marks. If the electrolyte level is near the LOWER mark, add distilled water. a Protect your eyes, skin, clothing; battery electrolyte contains sulphuric acid. Antidote: EXTERNAL - Flush with water.

  • Page 15: Starting The Engine

    Air Cleaner Check the air cleaner element to be sure it is clean and in good condition. Clean or replace the element if necessary (page 30). CAUTION: Never run the engine without the air cleaner. Rapid engine wear will result from contaminants, such as dust and dirt, being drawn through the carburetor,...
  • Page 16 NOTE: When starting the generator after adding fuel for the first time, after long-term storage, or after running out of fuel, turn the engine switch to the position, then wait for 10 to! 20 seconds before starting the “ON” engine. 1.
  • Page 17 3. Turn the engine switch to the START position and hold it there until the engine starts. NOTE: Do not use the electric starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, release the switch and wait 10 seconds before operating the starter again.

  • Page 18: Generator/Welder Operation

    Counn@ctions for standby powsr~ to a bui8dinag’s enectrican systc?m must be made by a qu.naRiffied e0ecUrician aund rvwst compPy with appBicabPe laws arid electrica codes. Uunnproper conndctions can allow electrical cur- from the geuneraton to bad&m! into %Bae utility $ims. Such rent backfeed company workers or others who contact the lines...
  • Page 19 Oil Alert System The Oil Alert system is designed to prevent engine damage caused by an in- sufficient 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 shut down the engine (the engine switch will remain in the ON position).
  • Page 20 AC operation 1. Start the engine. 2. Turn the AC/DC (Weld) selector switch to AC position. CAUTION: Under no circumstances should any type of electrical appliance be plugged into any of the AC receptacles when the selector is in the DC (WELD) position.
  • Page 21 WELDING Welding is potentially a very hazardous activity. It should only be attempted by a trained welder with a thorough knowledge of proper welding techniques and safety procedures. Be sure to read and follow safety rules on pages 3, 4, 5 and 6 of this manual. 1.
  • Page 22 2. Connect the welding cables to the welqer’s DC terminals (See page 23 and 24). CAUTION: Failure to use the proper gauge cable may lead to painful burns and/or damage to equipment. See table 01) page 23. WELDER’S DC TERMINALS 3.
  • Page 23 4. Turn the AC/DC (WELD) selector to the DC (WELD) position. CAUTION: To avoid accidental arcing, one cable end should be firmly attached the object to be welded, and the electrode holder at the end of the other cable should be held in the operator’s hand when the DC (WELD) selec- tor is turned...
  • Page 24 5. Set the current adjustment knob to theiproper current level for the job being done (See page 23). CURRiNT ADJUSTMENT KNOB...
  • Page 25 SELECTING THE CORRECT WELDING CURRENT Measure the thickness of the metal you are welding and then refer to the table below to select the proper electrode size and current setting. ELECTRODE DIAMETER CURRENT PLATE THICKNESS IN INCHES IN INCHES SETTING l/16 UPTO 3/16...
  • Page 26 POLARITY SELECTION The welding terminals are labeled “+‘I I(positive) and “-” (negative). Changing the polarity of the cables will affect the weld. The correct polarity selection is dependent on the type of electrode you are using and the type of material you are welding; refer to the el,ectrode manufacturer’s recom- mendations...

  • Page 27: Stopping The Engine

    6.’ STOPPING THE ENGINE NOTE: To stop the engine in an emergency, turn the engine switch to the OFF position. In normal use: 1. Move the AC circuit breaker to the OFF position. CIRCUIT BREAKER 2. Turn the engine switch to the OFF position. ENGINE.SWITCH...

  • Page 28: High Altitude Operation

    If you always operate the generator/welder at altitudes higher than 6,000 feet above sea level, have your authorized Honda Generator/Welder dealer perform these carburetor modifications. Even with suitable carburetor jetting, engine horsepower...

  • Page 29: Maintenance

    Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas; exposure may cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death. CAUTION: only genuine HONDA parts or their equivalent maintenance or repair. Replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may damage the generator/welder.
  • Page 30 NOTE: (1) Service more frequently when used in dusty areas, (2) These items should be serviced by an authorized Honda dealer, unless the owner has the proper tools and is mechanically proficient. See the Honda Shop Manual.
  • Page 31 Changing Drain the oil while the engine, is still warm to assure rapid and complete draining. 1. Open the front maintenance cover. 2. Remove the drain bolt and filler cap, and drain the oil. Retighten the bolt securely. 3. Refill with the recommended oil (see page 9) and check the level.
  • Page 32 Air Cleaner Service A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to ,the carburetor. To prevent car- buretor malfunction, service the air cleaner regulary (page 28). Service more frequently when operating the generator/welder in extremely dusty areas. raml Never use gasoline or low flash point solvents for cleaning air cleaner...
  • Page 33 Spark Plug Service Recommended spark plug: BPR-5ES-11 (NGK) WlGEPR-Ull (ND) To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits. Emtm The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains suf- ficiently hot to inflict burns if touched, even after shutting off the engine.
  • Page 34 6. Check that the spark plug washer is in good condition, and thread the spark plug in by hand to prevent cross-threading. 7. After the spark plug is seated, tighten with a spark plug wrench to com- press the washer. NOTE: If installing a new spark plug, tighten l/2 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer.
  • Page 35 Spark Arrester Maintenance This generator/welder is equipped with a U.S.D.A. qualified spark arrester which requires periodic maintenance to ensure its effectiveness. It is illegal in some areas to operate an engine without a spark arrester; check local laws and regulations. The muffler becomes very hot during operation...
  • Page 36 Sediment Cup Cleaning The sediment cup prevents dirt or water which may be in the fuel tank from entering the carburetor. If the engine has not been run for a long time, the sediment cup should be cleaned. 1. Open the left side maintenance cover.
  • Page 37 Battery Electrolyte Level Check Open the left maintenance cover and check the electrolyte level in each battery cell. Fill the battery with distilled water to the upper level line. Never overfill the battery. Any corrosion around the positive and negative terminals should be washed off with a solution of baking soda and warm water.
  • Page 38 Fuse Replacement The fuse holder is located on the battery dontainer. 1. Turn the engine switch to the OFF posi;tion. 2. Open the left side maintenance cover, ppen the fuse holder cover and replace the fuse. The specified fuses are 1 A, 5A, IOA. CAUTION: If frequent fuse failure...

  • Page 39: Transporting/Storage

    8. TRANSPORTING/STORAGE To prevent severe burns or fire hazards, let the engine cool before transporting,the generator/welder or storing it indoors. When transporting the generator/welder, turn the engine switch and the fuel valve to the OFF position, and keep the generator/welder level to prevent fuel spillage.

  • Page 40: Tfioubleshootlng

    Is there a spark Take the generator Replace the Still No spark from the spark plug? ’ spark plug ’ to an authorized HONDA dealer. To check: 1) Remove the spark plug Bf any fuel has been clean dirt...
  • Page 41 Turn the AC circuit Is the AC circuit breaker breaker Take the generator Check the electrical NO DEFECTS b to an authorized appliance or equip- Honda dealer. ment for any defects I’ DEFECTS Take the electrica appliance equipment to an...

  • Page 42: Specifications

    Dimensions Model EXW171S Power product description code Length x Width x Height 910 x 539 x 695 mm (35.8 x 20.9 x 27.4 Dry weight 137 kg (302.0 Engine Engine Type GX340 Displacement cc (20.6 cu in) [Bore x Stroke] 182 x 64 mm (3.2 x 2.5 in)] Compression Ratio...

  • Page 43: Wiring Diagram

    11. WIRING DIAGRAM...

  • Page 44: Warranty Service

    Your purchase of a Honda product is greatly appreciated by both your dealer and American Honda Motor Co., Inc. We want to assist you in every way possible to assure your complete satisfaction with your purchase.
  • Page 45 When you write or call, please provide the following information: • Model and serial numbers • Name of the dealer who sold the Honda power equipment to you • Name and address of the dealer who services your equipment •...
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