Refueling; Engine Oil - Honda GCV160 Owner's Manual

REFUELING

Use regular unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or
higher. This engine is certified to operate on regular unleaded
gasoline.
Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. If the engine
has been running, allow it to cool first. Never refuel the engine inside
a building where gasoline fumes may reach flames or sparks.
You may use regular unleaded gasoline containing no more than 10%
Ethanol (E10) or 5% Methanol by volume. In addition, Methanol must
contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors. Use of fuels with content
of Ethanol or Methanol greater than shown above may cause starting
and/or performance problems. It may also damage metal, rubber, and
plastic parts of the fuel system. Engine damage or performance
problems that result from using a fuel with percentages of Ethanol or
Methanol greater than shown above are not overed by warranty.
 WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive, and you can
be burned or seriously injured when refueling.
• Stop engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
• Refuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
NOTICE
Fuel can damage paint and some types of plastic. Be careful not to
spill fuel when filling your fuel tank. Damage caused by spilled fuel is
not covered under your Distributor's Limited Warranty.
Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or oil/gasoline mixture.
Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank.
Move at least 3 meters away from the fueling source and site before
starting the engine.
Adding Fuel
1. Remove the fuel tank cap.
2. Add fuel to the bottom of the
fuel level limit in the neck of
the fuel tank. Do not overfill.
Wipe up spilled fuel before
starting the engine.
3. Secure the fuel tank cap.
a. Non-tether type:
Tighten the cap securely.
b. Tether type:
Tighten the cap until it
clicks.

ENGINE OIL

Recommended Oil
Use 4-stroke motor oil that meets
or exceeds the requirements for
API service classification SJ or
later. Always check the API
service label on the oil container
to be sure it includes the letters SJ or later.
SAE 10W-30 is recommended for general use. Other viscosities
shown in the chart may be used when the average temperature in
your area is within the indicated range.
Oil Level Check
1. Check the oil with the engine stopped and level.
2. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe it clean.
3. Insert the oil filler cap/dipstick into the oil filler neck as shown, but
do not screw it in, then remove it to check the oil level.
4. If the oil level is near or below the lower limit mark on the dipstick,
remove the oil filler cap/dipstick, and fill with the recommended oil
to the upper limit mark. Do not overfill.
5. Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick.
Oil Change
Drain the engine oil when the engine is warm. Warm oil drains quickly
and completely.
OIL FILLER NECK
1. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position to reduce the possibility of
fuel leakage (see TYPE 1 Step 1 on page 3).
2. Place a suitable container next to the engine to catch the used oil.
3. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and drain the oil into the container
by tipping the engine toward the oil filler neck.
FUEL TANK
CAP
Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible
with the environment. We suggest you take used oil in a sealed
container to your local recycling center or service station for
reclamation. Do not throw it in the trash, pour it on the ground, or
pour it down a drain.
4. With the engine in a level position, fill to the upper limit mark on the
TETHER
dipstick with the recommended oil.
NOTICE
Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage.
5. Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick securely.
ENGLISH
OIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK
UPPER
LIMIT
LOWER
LIMIT
OIL FILLER
CAP/DIPSTICK
(ELECTRIC
START
TYPES)
UPPER
LIMIT
(ELECTRIC
START
TYPES)
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