Draining The Fuel Tank And Carburetor; Removal From Storage; Transporting; Taking Care Of Unexpected Problems - Honda GCV160 Owner's Manual

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 3).
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 8).
3. Pour a tablespoon (5 – 10 cc) of
clean engine oil into the
cylinder.
4. Pull the recoil starter 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.
If there is gasoline in the fuel tank, leave the fuel valve in the OFF
position (see TYPE 1 Step 1 on page 3).
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.
10
WASHER
DRAIN BOLT

Removal From Storage

Check your engine as described in the BEFORE OPERATION
CHECKS section of this manual (see page 3).
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 3).

TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS

Engine will not start

Possible Cause
Fuel valve is OFF.
Choke is OFF.
Ignition switch or engine stop
switch is OFF.
Electric start types:
Battery under-charged.
Battery cables are loose or
corroded. Fuse is blown.
Out of fuel.
Bad fuel; engine stored without
treating or draining gasoline, of
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, of
refueled with bad gasoline.
Fuel filter clogged, carburetor
malfunction, ignition malfunction,
valves stuck, etc.
ENGLISH
Correction
Move the fuel valve lever to ON.
Unless the engine is warm, move the
choke/throttle lever, choke rod, or
choke lever to the CHOKE ON
position.
Move the flywheel brake lever to 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. 10). Refuel with fresh gasoline.
Adjust or replace the spark plug (p. 8).
Dry and reinstall the spark plug. Start
the engine with the choke/throttle lever
in the FAST position.
(Types 4 & 5: Choke in the OFF
position).
Take the engine to an authorized
Honda servicing dealer or refer to the
shop manual to replace or repair faulty
components as necessary.
Correction
Clean or replace the air filter (p. 8).
Drain the fuel tank and carburetor
(p. 10). Refuel with fresh gasoline.
Take the engine to an authorized
Honda servicing dealer or refer to the
shop manual to replace or repair faulty
components as necessary.