Page 1: Table Of Contents
DISTRIBUTOR’S LIMITED WARRANTY .. Standby Power ......Removing from Storage ....EMISSION SYSTEM WARRANTY ... Special Requirements....PRODUCT REGISTRATION..... QUESTIONS? Contact your Honda dealer. There is a dealer locator at powerequipment.honda.com 00X31Z43 B010 © 2016-2017 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. All Rights Reserved...
Page 2: For Your Safety
State of that Honda Power Equipment servicing dealership personnel are California to cause cancer, birth specially trained in servicing Honda generators and are supported by defects, or other reproductive harm. the parts and service divisions of American Honda.
Page 3: Safety Label Locations
Read them carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to coordination, loss of consciousness, and then death. read, contact an authorized Honda servicing dealer for a replacement. Electric Shock Hazards • The generator produces enough electric power to cause a serious shock or electrocution if misused.
Page 4: Initial Use Information
10W-30 motor oil is recommended for general use. For additional recommendations, see page Please take a few minutes and register your purchase with Honda. Do not overfill the engine with oil. If the engine is overfilled, the You can register: excess oil may get transferred to the air cleaner housing and air filter.
Page 5: Before Each Use
BEFORE EACH USE CONTROLS & FEATURES Your safety is your responsibility. A little time spent in preparation will Component and Control Locations significantly reduce your risk of injury. Use the illustrations on these pages to locate and identify the most Read and understand this manual.
Page 6: Controls
Controls GFCIs can be expected to interrupt power supply if there are ground faults or stray current imposed on the wiring by other electrical devices, wiring, or equipment. Due to the risk of a power interruption, Fuel Valve Lever this generator is not recommended for powering medical or life The fuel valve lever is support equipment.
Page 7: Safe Operating Instructions
Overload Alarm Before connecting an AC appliance or power cord to the generator: (Indicator) • Use grounded 3-prong extension cords, tools, and appliances, or double-insulated tools and appliances. If the generator is overloaded • Inspect cords and plugs, and replace if damaged. OVERLOAD (in excess of 2.8kVA), or if ALARM (RED)
Page 8: Stopping The Engine
STARTER generator. If the GFCI fails the test, the generator must be GRIP NOTICE repaired by an authorized Honda servicing dealer before Do not allow the starter grip use. to snap back against the 1. Unplug all tools and appliances from the generator.
Page 9: Ac Operation
OSHA job site temporary power regulation. Building main breaker stops suddenly, turn it off immediately. Disconnect the appliance, boxes also have the neutral bonded to ground, so if an EB2800i and determine whether the problem is the appliance or if the rated generator is connected to a home or building electrical system, the load capacity of the generator has been exceeded.
Page 10: Safety Precautions
Keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from all fuel-related parts. To ensure the best quality and reliability, use only new, Honda Genuine parts or their equivalents for repair and replacement. Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control...
Page 11: Gfci Operation Check
(2) Change engine oil every 25 hours when used under heavy load or in high outside air temperatures. (3) These items should be serviced by an authorized Honda servicing dealer unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient.
Page 12: Refueling
Refueling Engine Oil Level Check With the engine stopped, remove the fuel tank cap and check the fuel Check the oil level BEFORE EACH USE with the generator on a level level. Refill the fuel tank if the fuel level is low. Turn the fuel valve OFF surface and the engine stopped.
Page 13: Engine Oil Recommendations
21). plug with a 13/16 in WRENCH SPARK PLUG We recommend the use of a Honda Genuine air filter to ensure it (21 mm) spark plug seals and performs as designed. Using a non-Honda air filter can wrench. result in dirt bypassing the filter, causing damage to the engine or fuel 3.
Page 14: Sediment Cup Cleaning
Sediment Cup Cleaning TRANSPORTING The sediment cup prevents water that may be in the fuel tank from entering the carburetor. If the engine has not been run for a long time, the sediment cup should be cleaned. If the engine has been running, allow it to cool before loading the 1.
Page 15: Cleaning
3. Pull the starter rope Fuel filter clogged, carburetor Take the generator to an several times to malfunction, ignition malfunction, authorized Honda servicing distribute the oil in the valves stuck, etc. dealer for repair. cylinder. 4. Reinstall the spark Loss of Power plug.
Page 16: Technical Information
The following instructions and procedures must be followed in order to keep the emissions from your Honda engine within the emissions standards. Tampering and Altering FRAME SERIAL NUMBER NOTICE Tampering is a violation of Federal and California law.
Page 17: Air Index
Generator Features to an emission durability time period in accordance with the requirements of the California Air Resources Board. EB2800i Lightweight inverter generator with Eco The bar graph is intended to provide you, our customer, the ability to Throttle and GFCI receptacles compare the emissions performance of available engines.
Page 18: Wiring Diagram
Wiring Diagram...
Page 19: Avoiding Fuel-Related Problems
AVOIDING FUEL-RELATED PROBLEMS When properly maintained, your Honda generator should provide years of trouble-free operation. This includes the fuel system. However, gasoline can quickly deteriorate (in as little as 30 days) causing starting or running problems and, in some cases, damage to the fuel system.
Page 20: Customer Information
The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. American Honda Motor Co., Inc. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatever.
Page 21: Distributor's Limited Warranty
You must be the first retail purchaser. This warranty is not transferable to subsequent owners. American Honda will repair or replace, at its option, any part that is proven to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use during the applicable What American Honda Will Repair or Replace Under warranty time period.
Page 22: Emission System Warranty
Canada. In the remainder of this Emission Control System Warranty, in question is not related to the reason your engine requires repair, your claim American Honda Motor Co., Inc. and Honda Canada Inc. will be referred to as will not be denied.
Page 23: Product Registration
• Complete and mail the postage paid card shown below you receive important service information in the event of a product • Complete and submit the on-line form at powerequipment.honda.com update or recall and for added coverage during certain sales •...
Page 24 1. Go to: powerequipment.honda.com to register your unit. 2. Click on Product Registration. 3. Complete the required information and click Submit. It’s that simple! NO POSTAGE NECESSARY Product Registration IF MAILED IN THE UNITED STATES BUSINESS REPLY MAIL FIRST-CLASS MAIL PERMIT NO.

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