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  • Page 2 generator is a potential source of electrical shock if misused. not expose the generator to moisture, rain or snow. Do not let the generator wet, and do not operate it with hands.
  • Page 3 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves t,he right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation. No part of this publication...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS GENERATOR SAFETY................COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION............PRE-OPERATION CHECK..............STARTING THE ENGINE..............GENERATOR USE................. STOPPING THE ENGINE........... ..: ....High altitude operation..............MAINTENANCE..................TRANSPORTING/STORAGE . ..‘.............. TROUBLESHOOTING ................10. WIRING DIAGRAM ................11. SPECIFICATIONS .................

  • Page 5: Generator Safety

    Place the generator on a firm, level snrface: avoid loose sand or snow. If the generator is tilted or overturned, fuel spillage result. Also, if the generator overturned or sinks into a soft surface, sand, dirt, or water may enter generator.
  • Page 6 Read these labels before you operate the generator. ELECTROC”T,ON OR PROPERTY DAMAGE CAN OCCUR. W NOT CONNECT THlS GENERATOR BUILDINO’S ELECTR,CAL SYSTEM UNLESS LSOLATlON WITCH HAS BEEN INSTALLED 11 FUEL GASOLINE (PETROL)
  • Page 7 HClifCK FOR SPILLED FUEL OR FUEL LtAKS. STOP ENGINE BtfORE RWELIN~. ~CONTROLfR OU’IL NY A MI FUIIE HI tSSENCt REPANOUE SUR L’APPAREIL ARRETER Lf MOIEUR AVANT Of RfFAIRf tf PLEIN. ~INSPECCIONAR PARA COMBUSIIRLE OfRRAMAOO 0 ESCAPE. PARAR MGTllR ANTlS OF 03lAR IT USE INDOORS.

  • Page 8: Component Identification

    OIL ALERT VOLTAGE SELECTOR LAMP SWITCH ENGINE CHOKE SWITCH LEVER ‘ACLER CARBURETOR DRAIN SCREW SEDIhENT ENGINE OIL FILLER RECOIL STARTER GRIP EN&NE OIL DRAIN PLUG...
  • Page 9 FUEL FILLER MUFFLER GROUND TERMINAL...

  • Page 10: Pre-Operation Check

    Non-detergent and P-stroke engine oils are not reconended. Use Honda 4-stroke oil an equivalent high-detergent, premium quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed U.S. automobil manufacture’s requirements for Service Classification SGSF / CCCD.
  • Page 11 Failure to do so is considered misuse, and damage caused by misuse is not covered by Honda’s Limited Warranty. Occasionally you may experience light spark knock while operating under heavy loads. This is no cause for cnocern, it simply means your engine is operating efficiently.
  • Page 12 CONTAINING ALCOHOL If you decide to use a gasoline containing alcohol (gasohol), be sure it’s octane rating is at least as high as that recommended by Honda. There are two types of “gasohol” : one containing ethanol, other containing methanol.
  • Page 13 3. Air Cleaner Check the air cleaner elemeuts to be sure they are clean and in good coudition. Clean or replace the elements if necessary (page 23). CAUTION: Never run the engine without the air cleaner. Rapid engine wear will result.

  • Page 14: Starting The Engine

    4. STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Turn the AC circuit breaker to the 0F.F position. The generator maybe hard to start if a lood is connected. CIRCUIT BREAKER 2. Move the fuel valve to the ON position FUEL VALVE...
  • Page 15 3. Turn the engine switch to the ON position. ENGINE SWITCH 4. Move the choke lever to the CLOSE position NOTE: Do not use the choke if the engine is warm or the air temperature is high. CHOKE LEVER...
  • Page 16 5. Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt,then pull briskly. CAUTION: Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return gently to prevent damage to the starter. STARTER GRIP 6. Turn the choke lever to the OPEN position as the engine warms up. CHOKE LEVER...

  • Page 17: Generator Use

    5. GENERATOR To prevent electrical shock from faulty appliances, the generator should be grounded. Connect a length of heavy wire between the ground terminal and the ground source. Connections for standby power to a building’s electrical system must be made a qualified electrician and mustcomply...
  • Page 18 Oil Alert System The oil Alert system is designed to prevent engine damage caused by an insufficient Before the oil level in the crankcase falls below a safe amount of oil in the crankcase. limit, the Oil Alert system will automatically shut down the engine (the engine switch will remain in the ON position).
  • Page 19 AC qperation 1. Start the engine. 2. Turn the voltage selector switch to either position as reguired. NOTE: With the voltage sector swich in the “12OV/24OV” position, you can use the 12OV and 240V receptacles simultaneously. If you are not using the 240V receptacle, but you require more power from the 120V twist-lock receptacle, then turn the switch...

  • Page 20: 2: Stopping The Engine

    6. STOPFWG 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. AC CIRCUIT BREAKER 2. Turn the engine switch to the OFF position. EN&NE SWITCH...

  • Page 21: High Altitude Operation

    If you always operate the generator at altitudes higher than 6,000 feet above sea level, have your authorized Honda Generator dealer perform these parburetor modifications. Even with suitable carburetor jetting, engine horsepower will decrease approximatery 3.5% for each 1,000 foot increase in altitude.

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide. CAUTION: Use only genuine Honda parts or their equivalent for maintenance or repair. Replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality damage the generator.
  • Page 23 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 24 Changing Drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and complete draining. 1. Remove the oil filler cap and drain plug to drain the oil. 2. Install the drain plug, and tighten it securely. 3. Refill with the recommended oil (see page B), and check the oil level.
  • Page 25 Air Cleaner Service To prevent carburetor A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor. malfunction, service the air cleaner regularly (page 21). Service more frequently when operating the generator in extremely dusty areas. Never use gasoline or low flash point solvents...
  • Page 26 Foam element : Wash the element in a solution of household detergent and warm water, then rinse thoroughly, or wash in nonflammable or high flash point solvent. Allow the element to dry thoroughly. The engine Soak the element in clean engine oil, and squeeze out the excess oil. will smoke during initial start-up if too much oil is left in the foam.
  • Page 27 Sediment Cup Cleaning The sediment cup prevents dirt or water whitch 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. Move the fuel valve to the OFF position. Remove the sediment cup.
  • Page 28 Spark plug service Recommended spark plug : BPRBES (NGK) Wl GEPR-U (ND) To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits. If the engine has been running, the muffler will be very hot. Be careful not to touch the muffler.
  • Page 29 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 compress washer. NOTE : If installing a new spark plug, tighten turn after the spark plug seats to compress...
  • Page 30 Spark Arrester Maintenance If the engine has been running, the muffler will be very hot. Allow to cool before proceeding. CAUTION: The spark arrester must be serviced every hours to maintain efficiency. 1. Remove the eight 5mm pan screws, and remove the muffler protectors. 2.

  • Page 31: Transporting/Storage

    TRANSPORTWlG/STORAGE mEl!nm When transporting the engine, turn the engine switch and the fuel valve level to the OFF position and keep the engine to prevent fuel spillage. Fuel vapor spilled fuel may ignite. Before storing the unit for an extended period : 1.
  • Page 32 3. Change the engine oil. 4. Remove the spark plug and pour about a tablespoon of clean engine oi! into the cylinder. Crank the engine several revolutions to distribute the oil, then reinstall the spark plug. Slowly pull the starter grip until resistance is felt.

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    Spilled fuel may ignite. Perform this test in a Fell ventilated area. e.lf there are no sparks, replace the plug. f .If the new spark plug does not spark, take the generator to an authorized Honda dealer.
  • Page 34 DRAIN SCREW 7. If the engine still does not start, take the generator to an authorized Honda dealer. B. When the engine starts but stops immediately 1. Check the oil alert lamp. If the oil alert lamp flashes when the starter is pulled, check the engine oil level and fill with the recommended oil.
  • Page 36 Dimensions Power equipment description code Length x Width x Height 690 x 480 x 485 mm (27.2 x 18.9 x 19.1 in) Dry weight 66.5 kg (146.6 Engine Engine type GX340 Displacement 337 cc (20.6 cu in) (Bore x Storke) 182 x 64 mm (3.2 x 2.5 in) 1 Compression Ratio...

  • Page 37: 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...
  • Page 38 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 •...
  • Page 39 MEMO...

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