Adding A Gasoline Stabilizer To Extend Fuel Storage Life; Draining The Fuel Tank And Carburetor; Transporting; Troubleshooting - Honda GCV160 Owner's Manual

ADDING A GASOLINE STABILIZER TO EXTEND FUEL
STORAGE LIFE
When adding a gasoline stabilizer, fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline.
If only partially filled, air in the tank will promote fuel deterioration
during storage. If you keep a container of gasoline for refueling, be
sure that it contains only fresh gasoline.
1. Add gasoline stabilizer following the manufacturer's instructions.
2. After adding a gasoline stabilizer, run the engine outdoors for
10 minutes to be sure that treated gasoline has replaced the
untreated gasoline in the carburetor.
3. Stop the engine, and turn the fuel valve to the OFF position (see
TYPE 1 Step 1 on page 2).

DRAINING THE FUEL TANK AND CARBURETOR

 WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive, and you can
be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.
• Stop engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
• Refuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
1. Place an approved gasoline container below the carburetor, and
use a funnel to avoid spilling fuel.
2. Remove the drain bolt, then move the fuel valve lever to the ON
position (see TYPE 1 Step 1 on page 2).
3. After all the fuel has drained into the container, reinstall the drain
bolt and washer. Tighten the drain bolt securely.
FLOAT BOWL
Engine Oil
1. Change the engine oil
(see page 7).
2. Remove the spark plug
(see page 7).
3. Pour a tablespoon (5 ~ 10 cc) of
clean engine oil into the
cylinder.
4. Pull the starter grip several
times to distribute the oil.
5. Reinstall the spark plug.
Storage Precautions
If your engine will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank and
carburetor, it is important to reduce the hazard of gasoline vapor
ignition. Select a well-ventilated storage area away from any
appliance that operates with a flame, such as a furnace, water heater,
or clothes dryer. Also avoid any area with a spark-producing electric
motor, or where power tools are operated.
If possible, avoid storage areas with high humidity, because that
promotes rust and corrosion.
WASHER
DRAIN BOLT
If there is gasoline in the fuel tank, leave the fuel valve in the OFF
position (see TYPE 1 Step 1 on page 2).
Keep the engine level in storage. Tilting can cause fuel or oil leakage.
With the engine and exhaust system cool, cover the engine to keep
out dust. A hot engine and exhaust system can ignite or melt some
materials. Do not use sheet plastic as a dust cover. A nonporous
cover will trap moisture around the engine, promoting rust and
corrosion.
Removal From Storage
Check your engine as described in the BEFORE OPERATION
CHECKS section of this manual (see page 2).
If the fuel was drained during storage preparation, fill the tank with
fresh gasoline. If you keep a container of gasoline for refueling, be
sure it contains only fresh gasoline. Gasoline oxidizes and
deteriorates over time, causing hard starting.
If the cylinder was coated with oil during storage preparation, the
engine will smoke briefly at startup. This is normal.

TRANSPORTING

Keep the engine level when transporting to reduce the possibility of
fuel leakage. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position (see TYPE 1
Step 1 on page 2).

TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS

ENGINE WILL NOT START
Possible Cause
Fuel valve OFF
Choke OFF
Ignition switch or engine stop
switch OFF
Electric Starter types only
Battery under-charged.
Battery cables are loose or
corroded.
Fuse is blown.
If starter motor operates but
the engine does not start, go to
Out of fuel (below).
Out of fuel
Bad fuel; engine stored without
treating or draining gasoline, or
refueled with bad gasoline
Spark plug faulty, fouled, or
improperly gapped
Spark plug wet with fuel
(flooded engine)
Fuel filter clogged, carburetor
malfunction, ignition
malfunction, valves stuck, etc.
ENGINE LACKS POWER
Possible Cause
Air filter clogged
Bad fuel; engine stored without
treating or draining gasoline, or
refueled with bad gasoline
Fuel filter clogged, carburetor
malfunction, ignition
malfunction, valves stuck, etc.
ENGLISH
Correction
Move lever to ON.
Move the choke/throttle lever, choke rod, or
choke lever to the ON position unless the
engine is warm.
Move the flywheel brake lever to the RUN
position. (TYPES 2 & 6: Throttle lever to
FAST position. TYPE 5: Engine stop switch
to ON.)
Refer to the equipment manufacturer's
instructions for servicing the battery and
related components.
Refuel.
Drain the fuel tank and carburetor (p. 9).
Refuel with fresh gasoline.
Adjust or replace the spark plug (p. 7).
Dry and reinstall spark plug. Start engine
with choke/throttle lever in FAST position.
(TYPES 4 & 5: Choke OFF position).
Replace or repair faulty components as
necessary.
Correction
Clean or replace the air filter (p. 7).
Drain the fuel tank and carburetor (p. 9).
Refuel with fresh gasoline.
Replace or repair faulty components as
necessary.
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