Technical Information - Honda GCV160 Owner's Manual

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Serial Number and Type Location
Record the engine serial number and type in the space below. You will
need this information when ordering parts and when making technical
or warranty inquiries.
MODEL SERIAL NUMBER
GCV160
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GCV190
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DATE OF
PURCHASE
ELECTRIC STARTER TYPES
SERIAL
TYPE
NUMBER
LOCATION
LOCATION
Carburetor Modifications for High Altitude Operation
At high altitude, the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will be too
rich. Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption will increase. A
very rich mixture will also foul the spark plug and cause hard starting.
Operation at an altitude that differs from that at which this engine was
certified, for extended periods of time, may increase emissions.
High altitude performance can be improved by specific modifications
to the carburetor. If you always operate your engine at altitudes above
1,500 meters, have your servicing dealer perform this carburetor
modification. This engine, when operated at high altitude with the
carburetor modifications for high altitude use, will meet each emission
standard throughout its useful life.
Even with carburetor modification, engine horsepower will decrease
about 3.5% for each 300-meter increase in altitude. The effect of
altitude on horsepower will be greater than this if no carburetor
modification is made.
NOTICE
When the carburetor has been modified for high altitude operation,
the air-fuel mixture will be too lean for low altitude use. Operation at
altitudes below 1,500 meters with a modified carburetor may cause
the engine to overheat and result in serious engine damage. For use
at low altitudes, have your servicing dealer return the carburetor to
original factory specifications.
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Specifications
GCV160
ENGINE TYPE
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SERIAL NUMBER AND
TYPE LOCATION
GCV190
SERIAL NUMBER TYPE
Tuneup
Quick Reference Information
** Actual amount will vary due to residual oil remaining in the engine. Always
use the dipstick to confirm the actual level (see page 8).
ENGLISH
Type
Length x Width x Height 367 x 331 x 360 mm
Dry weight
Engine type
Displacement
[Bore x Stroke]
Net power
(in accordance with SAE J1349)*
Max. net torque
(in accordance with SAE J1349)*
Oil capacity
Fuel tank capacity
Fuel consumption
Cooling system
Ignition system
PTO shaft rotation
Charging system: BBC types
Flywheel brake types
Type
Length x Width x Height 367 x 331 x 368 mm
Dry weight
Engine type
Displacement
[Bore x Stroke]
Net power
(in accordance with SAE J1349)*
Max. net torque
(in accordance with SAE J1349)*
Oil capacity
Fuel tank capacity
Fuel consumption
Cooling system
Ignition system
PTO shaft rotation
Charging system: BBC types
Flywheel brake types
* The power rating of the engine indicated in this document is the net power output
tested on a production engine for the engine model and measured in accordance with
SAE J1349 at 3600 rpm (net power) and at 2500 rpm (max net torque). Mass
production engines may vary from this value. Actual power output for the engine
installed in the final machine will vary depending on numerous factors, including the
operating speed of the engine in application, environmental conditions, maintenance,
and other variables.
ITEM SPECIFICATION
Spark plug gap 0.7 ~ 0.8 mm
Valve clearance (cold) IN: 0.15 ± 0.04 mm
EX: 0.20 ± 0.04 mm
Other specifications
Fuel Type Unleaded petrol with a research octane rating of
91 or higher (page 8).
Engine Oil Type SAE 10W-30, API SJ or later, for general use.
Refer to page 8. **Refill amount 0.35 ~ 0.40 l
Carburetor Idle Speed 1,400 ± 150 rpm
Spark plug Type (NGK) BPR6ES (pressure washer applications)
BPR5ES (all other applications)
Maintenance Before each use Check engine oil level. Refer to page 8.
Check air filter. Refer to page 9.
First 5 hours Change engine oil. Refer to page 9.
Subsequent Refer to the maintenance schedule on page 8.
Recoil start Electric start
367 x 354 x 360 mm
9.8 kg 11.6 kg
4-stroke, overhead cam, single cylinder
3
160 cm
[64 x 50 mm]
3.3 kW at 3,600 rpm
9.4 N•m at 2,500 rpm
0.55 l
0.91 l
1.1 l/h at 3,000 rpm
Forced air
Transistorized magneto
Counterclockwise
12 Vdc, 0.15 A min. @ 2900 rpm
12 Vdc, 0.20 A min. @ 2900 rpm
Recoil start Electric start
367 x 354 x 368 mm
12.3 kg 13.3 kg
4-stroke, overhead cam, single cylinder
3
187 cm
[69 x 50 mm]
3.8 kW at 3,600 rpm
11.3 N•m at 2,500 rpm
0.55 l
0.91 l
1.3 l/h at 3,000 rpm
Forced air
Transistorized magneto
Counterclockwise
12 Vdc, 0.15 A min. at 2,900 rpm
12 Vdc, 0.20 A min. at 2,900 rpm
MAINTENANCE
Refer to page 9.
See your authorized
Honda dealer
No other adjustments needed.