Honda EM500 Owner's Manual

Honda EM500 Owner's Manual

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Q1997 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. -
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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual Generator EM500 EM600 Q1997 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - All Rights Reserved I’ ’ I’...
  • Page 3 EM500 and EM600 written permission. part of the generator words: injury loss damage if about the generator,...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS CONTENTS 1. GENERATOR SAFETY 2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 3. PRE-OPERATION CHECK 4. STARTING THE ENGINE USE ... 5. GENERATOR 6. STOPPING ENGINE 7. MAINTENANCE 8. TRANSPORTING/STORAGE 9. TROUBLESHOOTING 10. SPECIFICATIONS ll.WIRING DIAGRAM...
  • Page 5 To ensure safe operation Place the generator ment when operating Operate the generator If the generator is tilted, Exhaust gas contains Never run the generator Be sure to provide adequate Know how to stop the generator the controls. Never permit instructions.
  • Page 6 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION OIL ALERT LAMP (EM600 ONLY) PILOT LAMP SPARK PLUG CAP FREQUENCY METER EXHAUST OUTLET CIRCUIT BREAKERS DC RECEPTACLE AC RECEPTACLE RiCOlL STARTER...
  • Page 7 FUEL TANK CARRYING HANDLE THROTTL .AIR CLEANER COVER GROUND...
  • Page 8 PRE-OPERATION CHECK CAUTION: Be sure to check the generator stopped. 1. Check the engine oil level. CAUTION: Engine oil is a major factor affecting service life. Non-detergent Use Honda 4.stroke motor’ certified requirements for Service Classification or SF will show this designation low-40 is recommended viscosities...
  • Page 9 NOTE: The oil alert lamp (EM600 engine oil level becomes too low. If this occurs, stop the engine and fill to the top of the filler neck with the recommended The oil alert lamp should after the engine is running light at all, replace the bulb.
  • Page 10 2. Check the fuel level. Use low lead or unleaded 88 or higher. Never use an oil/gasoline or water in the fuel tank. CAUTION: Gasoline harmf.ul to the fuel system components. Gasoline is extremely Refuel in a well ventilated Do not smoke or allow is refueled or where gasoline is stored.
  • Page 11: Starting The Engine

    STARTING ENGINE 1. Disconnect the load from the AC or DC receptacle. 2. Move the engine switch to “ON”. ENGINE 3. Pull the starter rope lightly until resistance is felt, then pull briskly. CAUTION: Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the generator. Return it gently to prevent damage to the housing.
  • Page 12 30 minutes. continuous operation, (EM5001 and 450VA Do not exceed the current Do not connect the generator damage to the generator NOTE: The EM500/EM600 generate used at the same time.The use. Most appliance motors If the required starting loaded.
  • Page 13 AC operation 1. Start the engine and make sure the pilot ment may be burnt out. 2. Move the selector switch to the AC position. 3. Plug in the appliance. CAUTION: Be sure that appliances than 30 minutes, and never exceed the maximum loading will switch...
  • Page 14 DC operation Start the engine and move the selector receptacle may be used for charging Batteries cigarettes away. battery, connect the charging and disconnect the cord first at the generator. Disconnect charging, reconnect the grounded possibility of a short circuit tact between a battery CAUTION:...
  • Page 15 To stop the engine in an emergency, In normal use: 1. Turn off the electrical generator. 2. Move the engine switch to OFF. High altitude operation At high altitude, the standard rich. Performance will decrease, High altitude performance main fuel jet in the carburetor operate the generator have...
  • Page 16: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE The purpose of the maintenance generator in the best operating Inspect or service as scheduled Shut off the engine before engine must be run, contains poisonous carbon monoxide CAUTION: Use only genuine replacement parts which generator, Tool kit The screwdriver and spark plug wrench stored under the generator to perform the owner-maintenance...
  • Page 17 Maintenance Schedule REGULAR SERVICE Perform at every indi- cated month or oper- ating hour interval, whichever occurs Inspection Engine oil ’ Change Inspection Air cleaner element Cleaning Fuel filter cleaning Spark plug maintenance Valve clearance adjustment Combustion chamber and valve cleaning Fuel line inspection (Replace if necessary) Spark arrester...
  • Page 18 Changing oil Drain the oil while the engine draining. 1. Remove the oil filler cap, and drain the oil. 2. Refill with the recommended CAPACITY: 0.35P (0.37 US qt) OIL FILLER CAUTION: Used motor contact with the skin unless handle used thoroughly wash...
  • Page 19 Air cleaner service A dirty air cleaner carburetor malfunction, more frequently when operating Never use gasoline or low flash point cleaner element. A fire or explosion CAUTION: Never wear may result. 1. Loosen the cover bolt, ment. 2. Wash the element thoroughly.
  • Page 20 Spark plug service Recommended spark plug: To ensure proper engine operation, and free of deposits. 1. Remove the spark plug cap. 2. Use the wrench supplied 3. Visually inspect the spark plug. Discard chipped. Clean the spark plug with a wire brush if it is to be reused. 4.
  • Page 21 5. Attach the plug washer. threading. 6. Tighten a new spark plug l/2 turn with the wrench to compress the washer. If you are reusing a plug, it should only take l/8-1/4 seats. CAUTION: The spark plug must be securely can become very hot and possibly Never use a spark plug with an improper Thread...
  • Page 22 Spark arrester maintenance If the generator Allow it to cool before proceeding. CAUTION: The spark arrester its efficiency. 1. Remove the four left side cover screws, and remove the cover. SCREW 2. Remove the mounting choke bimetal strip, and the two nuts that attach engine.
  • Page 23 SETTING BOLT 5. Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen. 6. Check exhaust exhaust system. See next page. The reinstalling. EXHAUST PIPE replace pipe gaskets; automatic choke system MUFFLER HEAT SHIELD if damaged. Reassemble needs adjustment, when...
  • Page 24 Automatic choke adjustment 1. Loosen the automatic 2. Push the choke valve arm at the carburetor 3. Adjust distance “A” Retighten the bolt securely. NOTE: Recheck distance A after tightening Hard starting or lack of power will result if not adjusted CHOKE VALVE CARBURETOR...
  • Page 25: Transporting/Storage

    When transporting keep the generator ignite. Before storing the unit for an extended 1. Be sure the storage area is free of excessive humidity 2. Drain the fuel - a. With the engine switch ON, remove the fuel filler cap. b.
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING A. When the engine will not start: 1. Is the engine switch ON? 2. Is there enough fuel? 3. Is nothing connected 4. Is gasoline reaching the carburetor? To check, remove fuel valve ON. If any fuel is spilled, the spark plug or starting ignite.
  • Page 27 d. Grounding the side electrode if sparks jump across the gap. e. If there are no sparks, replace the plug. If OK, try to start the engine according 6. If the engine still does not start, take the generator B. No electricity at the AC receptacles: 1.
  • Page 28: Specifications

    Generator Rated Frequency Ratea Ampere AP n,,+n,,t Rated Output Maximum DC output EM500: 355 x 250 x 325 mm (14.0 x 9.84 x 12.8 in) EM600: 365 x 250 x 325 mm (14.4 x 9.84 x 12.8 in) EM500: 18.0 kg (39.7 lb) EM600: 19.0 kg (41.9 lb)
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  • Page 31 Part Name Automatic Voltage Regulator DC Diode Rotor Exciter Winding E.R. Stator Exciter Winding E.S. Engine Switch Exciter Winding Frequency Meter Circuit Breaker Field Winding Ground Terminal Ignition Coil Ignition Winding Lamp Winding Main Winding AC Output Receptacle DC Output Receptacle Pulser Coil Pilot Lamp...
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  • Page 33 Warranty Service Owner Satisfaction Your satisfaction Honda warranty Normally, any problems dealer’s service been handled to your satisfaction, Discuss your problem complaints can be quickly already been reviewed the dealership 0 If your problem Power Equipment Motor Co., Inc. American Power P.O.
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