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- Page 1 4MZ416010_Eng.book -1 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 Honda ER2500CX OWNER’S MANUAL MANUAL DE EXPLICACIONES...
- Page 2 The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever.
- Page 3 4MZ416010_Eng.book 1 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your selection of a Honda generator. We are certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest generators in the market. We want to help you get the best results from your new generator and to operate it safely.
- Page 4 4MZ416010_Eng.book 2 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. And using this generator safely is an important responsibility. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
4MZ416010_Eng.book 3 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 CONTENTS GENERATOR SAFETY ..............6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ......... 6 Operator Responsibility ............6 Carbon Monoxide Hazards ............6 Electric Shock Hazards............7 Fire and Burn Hazards ............7 Refuel With Care ..............8 SAFETY LABEL LOCATION............9 CONTROLS &... - Page 6 4MZ416010_Eng.book 4 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 CONTENTS OPERATION................21 SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS ..........21 STARTING THE ENGINE ............22 STOPPING THE ENGINE ............24 AC OPERATION ..............25 AC Applications ..............26 STANDBY POWER..............27 Connections to a Building’s Electrical System ......27 System Ground ..............
- Page 7 4MZ416010_Eng.book 5 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 CONTENTS TRANSPORTING ............... 49 BEFORE TRANSPORTING ............49 WHEN TRANSPORTING THE GENERATOR ........ 49 Transporting the Generator by Truck ........50 TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ........ 51 ENGINE WILL NOT START............51 ENGINE LACKS POWER ............51 NO POWER AT THE AC RECEPTACLE ........
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Page 8: Generator Safety
4MZ416010_Eng.book 6 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 GENERATOR SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Honda generators are designed for use with electrical equipment that has suitable power requirements. Other uses can result in injury to the operator or damage to the generator and other property. -
Page 9: Electric Shock Hazards
4MZ416010_Eng.book 7 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 GENERATOR SAFETY Electric Shock Hazards • The generator produces enough electric power to cause a serious shock or electrocution if misused. • Do not use in wet conditions. Keep the generator dry. – Do not use in the rain or snow. –... -
Page 10: Refuel With Care
4MZ416010_Eng.book 8 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 GENERATOR SAFETY Refuel With Care Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode. Do not refuel during operation. Allow the engine to cool if it has been in operation. Refuel only outdoors in a well-ventilated area and on a level sueface. Never smoke near gasoline, and keep other flames and sparks away. -
Page 11: Safety Label Location
4MZ416010_Eng.book 9 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 GENERATOR SAFETY SAFETY LABEL LOCATION These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read them carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your servicing dealer for a replacement. - Page 12 4MZ416010_Eng.book 10 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 GENERATOR SAFETY • Honda generator is designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions. Read and understand the Owner's Manual before operating the generator. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.
- Page 13 4MZ416010_Eng.book 11 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 GENERATOR SAFETY • Do not connect to a building’s electrical system unless an isolation switch has been installed by a qualified electrician. • Connections for standby power to a building’s electrical system must be made by a qualified electrician and must comply with all applicable laws and electrical codes.
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Page 14: Controls & Features
4MZ416010_Eng.book 12 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 CONTROLS & FEATURES COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATIONS Use the illustrations on these pages to locate and identify the most frequently used controls. ENGINE SWITCH FUEL VALVE LEVER CHOKE LEVER CONTROL PANEL AIR CLEANER SEDIMENT CUP OIL FILLER CAP OIL DRAIN PLUG STARTER GRIP FUEL GAUGE... - Page 15 4MZ416010_Eng.book 13 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 CONTROLS & FEATURES CONTROL PANEL K, R, RE, S types AC RECEPTACLE GROUND TERMINAL AC CIRCUIT BREAKER M type AC RECEPTACLE GROUND TERMINAL AC CIRCUIT BREAKER L type AC RECEPTACLES GROUND TERMINAL AC CIRCUIT BREAKER...
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Page 16: Controls
4MZ416010_Eng.book 14 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 CONTROLS & FEATURES CONTROLS Fuel Valve Lever FUEL VALVE LEVER The fuel valve lever is located between the fuel tank and carburetor. The fuel valve lever must be in the ON position for the engine to run. After stopping the engine, turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position. -
Page 17: Engine Switch
4MZ416010_Eng.book 15 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 CONTROLS & FEATURES Engine Switch The engine switch controls the ignition system. OFF – Stops the engine. ON – Running position, and for starting. ENGINE SWITCH Starter Grip Pulling the starter grip operates the recoil starter to crank the engine for starting. -
Page 18: Power Plug
4MZ416010_Eng.book 16 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 CONTROLS & FEATURES Power Plug This generator is bundled with a power plug corresponding to the outlet equipped on the generator (K, R, RE, L, S types). Cable connections should be serviced by electrical technicians, unless you have the proper tools and are electrically proficient. -
Page 19: Features
4MZ416010_Eng.book 17 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 CONTROLS & FEATURES FEATURES Oil Alert System The Oil Alert system is designed to prevent engine damage caused by an insufficient amount of oil in the crankcase. Before the oil level in the crankcase can fall below a safe limit, the Oil Alert system will automatically stop the engine (the engine switch will remain in the ON position). -
Page 20: Fuel Gauge
4MZ416010_Eng.book 18 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 CONTROLS & FEATURES Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge is a mechanical device that measures the fuel level in the tank. The red indicator in the window will reference the level in relation to full or empty. To provide increased operating time, start with a full tank before beginning operation. -
Page 21: Before Operation
4MZ416010_Eng.book 19 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 BEFORE OPERATION ARE YOU READY TO GET STARTED? Your safety is your responsibility. A little time spent in preparation will significantly reduce your risk of injury. Knowledge Read and understand this manual. Know what the controls do and how to operate them. -
Page 22: Check The Engine
4MZ416010_Eng.book 20 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 BEFORE OPERATION Before beginning your pre-operation checks, be sure the generator is on a level surface and the engine switch is in the OFF position. Operating this generator less than 1 meter from a building or other obstruction can cause overheating and damage the generator. -
Page 23: Operation
4MZ416010_Eng.book 21 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 OPERATION SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS Before operating the generator for the first time, review chapters GENERATOR SAFETY (see page 6) and BEFORE OPERATION (see page 19). For your safety, do not operate the generator in an enclosed area such as a garage. -
Page 24: Starting The Engine
4MZ416010_Eng.book 22 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 OPERATION STARTING THE ENGINE To prevent a possible fire, keep the generator at least 1 meter away from building walls and other equipment during operation. Do not place flammable objects close to the engine. Operating this generator less than 1 meter from a building or other obstruction can cause overheating and damage the generator. - Page 25 4MZ416010_Eng.book 23 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 OPERATION 4.Move the choke lever to the CHOKE LEVER CLOSED position to start a cold engine. Leave the choke lever in the OPEN position to restart a warm CLOSED OPEN engine. 5.Turn the engine switch to the ON position.
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Page 26: Stopping The Engine
4MZ416010_Eng.book 24 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 OPERATION STOPPING THE ENGINE To stop the engine in an emergency, simply turn the engine switch to the OFF position. Under normal conditions, use the following procedure. 1.Move the AC circuit breaker to the OFF position. AC CIRCUIT BREAKER 2.Turn the engine switch to the OFF position. -
Page 27: Ac Operation
4MZ416010_Eng.book 25 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 OPERATION AC OPERATION If an appliance begins to operate abnormally, becomes sluggish or stops suddenly, turn it off immediately. Disconnect the appliance, and determine whether the problem is in the appliance or the rated load capacity of the generator has been exceeded. Substantial overloading may damage the generator. -
Page 28: Ac Applications
4MZ416010_Eng.book 26 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 OPERATION AC Applications Before connecting an appliance or power cord to the generator: • Make sure that it is in good working order. A faulty appliance or power cord can create a potential for electrical shock. •... -
Page 29: Standby Power
4MZ416010_Eng.book 27 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 OPERATION STANDBY POWER Connections to a Building’s Electrical System Connections for standby power to a building’s electrical system must be made by a qualified electrician. The connection must isolate the generator power from utility power, and must comply with all applicable laws and electrical codes. -
Page 30: Special Requirements
4MZ416010_Eng.book 28 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 OPERATION Special Requirements Do not lay the generator on its side when moving, storing, or operating it. Oil may leak and damage the engine or your property. There may be applicable laws, local codes, or ordinances that apply to the intended use of the generator. -
Page 31: Servicing Your Generator
Remember that your authorized Honda servicing dealer knows your generator best and is fully equipped to maintain and repair it. To ensure the best quality and reliability, use only new, Honda Genuine parts or their equivalents for repair and replacement. -
Page 32: Maintenance Safety
4MZ416010_Eng.book 30 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 SERVICING YOUR GENERATOR MAINTENANCE SAFETY Some of the most important safety precautions follow. However, we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task. -
Page 33: Maintenance Schedule
(2) These items should be serviced by your servicing dealer, unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient. Refer to the Honda shop manual for service procedures. (3) For commercial use, log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals. -
Page 34: Refueling
4MZ416010_Eng.book 32 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 SERVICING YOUR GENERATOR REFUELING With the engine stopped, check the fuel gauge. Refill the fuel tank if the fuel level is low. Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. •... - Page 35 4MZ416010_Eng.book 33 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 SERVICING YOUR GENERATOR FUEL TANK CAP UPPER LIMIT MARK UPPER LIMIT After refueling, reinstall the fuel tank cap securely.
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Page 36: Fuel Recommendations
4MZ416010_Eng.book 34 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 SERVICING YOUR GENERATOR FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS Use automotive unleaded gasoline with a Research Octane Number of 91 or higher (a Pump Octane Number of 86 or higher). Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil/gasoline mixture. Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank. -
Page 37: Engine Oil Level Check
4MZ416010_Eng.book 35 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 SERVICING YOUR GENERATOR ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and in a level position. 1.Remove the oil filler cap. 2.Check the oil level. If it is below the upper limit, fill with the recommended oil (see page 38) to the upper limit. -
Page 38: Engine Oil Change
4MZ416010_Eng.book 36 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 SERVICING YOUR GENERATOR ENGINE OIL CHANGE Drain the oil while the engine is warm to assure rapid and complete draining. 1.Place blocks under the generator, and check that the generator is in a suitable and level position. BLOCKS 2.Place a suitable container below the engine to catch the used oil, and then remove the oil filler cap, drain plug, and sealing washer. - Page 39 4MZ416010_Eng.book 37 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 SERVICING YOUR GENERATOR 4.With the generator in a level position, fill with the recommended oil (see page 38) to the outer edge of the oil filler hole. 5.Reinstall the oil filler cap securely. Wash your hands with soap and water after handling used oil. OIL FILLER CAP UPPER LIMIT DRAIN PLUG...
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Page 40: Engine Oil Recommendations
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE The SAE oil viscosity and service category are in the API label on the oil container. Honda recommends that you use API service category SE or later (or equivalent) oil. -
Page 41: Air Cleaner Service
4MZ416010_Eng.book 39 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 SERVICING YOUR GENERATOR AIR CLEANER SERVICE 1.Push the latch tabs and open the air cleaner cover. 2.Free the hooks from the setting pins on the air cleaner case and remove the air cleaner cover to the right side of the frame pipe, taking care not to damage the air cleaner cover. - Page 42 4MZ416010_Eng.book 40 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 SERVICING YOUR GENERATOR 5.Reinstall the air filter in the air cleaner case. 6.Set the hooks of the air cleaner cover to the setting pins securely, then push the air cleaner cover to lock the latch tabs. Be sure that the cover is set securely.
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Page 43: Air Filter Cleaning
4MZ416010_Eng.book 41 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 SERVICING YOUR GENERATOR AIR FILTER CLEANING A dirty air filter will restrict air flow to the carburetor, reducing engine performance. If you operate the generator in very dusty areas, clean the air filter more frequently than specified in the Maintenance Schedule (see page 31). -
Page 44: Sediment Cup Cleaning
4MZ416010_Eng.book 42 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 SERVICING YOUR GENERATOR SEDIMENT CUP CLEANING The sediment cup prevents dirt or 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. 1.Turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position, then remove the sediment cup, O-ring, and filter. -
Page 45: Spark Plug Service
4MZ416010_Eng.book 43 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 SERVICING YOUR GENERATOR SPARK PLUG SERVICE Recommended spark plugs: BPR6ES (NGK) W20EPR-U (DENSO) An incorrect spark plugs can cause engine damage. If the engine is hot, allow it to cool before servicing the spark plug. 1.Disconnect the spark plug cap, and remove any dirt from around the spark plug area. - Page 46 4MZ416010_Eng.book 44 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 SERVICING YOUR GENERATOR 5.Make sure that the spark plug sealing washer is in good condition, and thread the spark plug in by hand to prevent cross threading. 6.After the spark plug seats, tighten with the spark plug wrench to compress the washer.
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Page 47: Storage
30 days and may cause damage to the carburetor and/or fuel system. Please check with your authorized Honda servicing dealer for local storage recommendations. Gasoline will oxidize and deteriorate in storage. Old gasoline will cause hard starting, and it leaves gum deposits that clog the fuel system. -
Page 48: Storage Procedure
4MZ416010_Eng.book 46 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 STORAGE STORAGE PROCEDURE 1.Drain the fuel tank and carburetor. Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. • Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away. •... - Page 49 4MZ416010_Eng.book 47 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 STORAGE d. Remove the sediment cup, and then turn the fuel valve lever to the ON position and drain the fuel from the fuel tank. O-RING (Replace) SEDIMENT CUP e. After all the fuel has drained into the container, tighten the drain bolt securely.
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Page 50: Storage Precautions
4MZ416010_Eng.book 48 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 STORAGE STORAGE PRECAUTIONS If your generator 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. -
Page 51: Transporting
4MZ416010_Eng.book 49 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 TRANSPORTING BEFORE TRANSPORTING 1.Make sure the engine switch, fuel valve are OFF (see page 24). 2.Drain all gasoline from the fuel tank and carburetor (see page 46). Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. -
Page 52: Transporting The Generator By Truck
4MZ416010_Eng.book 50 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 TRANSPORTING Transporting the Generator by Truck Load the generator on a place where it will not drop off, tumble over or be damaged and tie it up with ropes or tie down straps. When using ropes or tie down straps to secure the generator for transportation, only use the frame bars as attachment points, by protecting them with protective cloths or equivalent. -
Page 53: Taking Care Of Unexpected Problems
4MZ416010_Eng.book 51 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ENGINE WILL NOT START Possible Cause Correction Fuel valve OFF. Turn valve ON (see page 14). Choke OPEN. Move to CLOSED unless engine is warm (see page 14). Engine switch OFF. Turn engine switch to ON (see page 15). -
Page 54: No Power At The Ac Receptacle
4MZ416010_Eng.book 52 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS NO POWER AT THE AC RECEPTACLE Possible Cause Correction Circuit breaker left in the OFF Switch circuit breaker ON (see position after starting. page 25). Faulty power tool or appliance. Replace or repair power tool or appliance. -
Page 55: Technical Information
4MZ416010_Eng.book 53 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 TECHNICAL INFORMATION SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS FRAME SERIAL NUMBER ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER Record the engine and frame serial numbers and date purchased in the spaces below. You will need this information when ordering parts and when making technical or warranty inquiries. Engine serial number: Frame serial number: Date purchased:... -
Page 56: Carburetor Modification For High Altitude Operation
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 authorized Honda servicing dealer return the carburetor to original factory specifications. -
Page 57: Specifications
4MZ416010_Eng.book 55 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 TECHNICAL INFORMATION SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions Model ER2500CX Description code ECCC Length 591 mm Width 432 mm Height 462 mm Dry mass (weight) 40.0 kg Engine Model GP160 Engine Type 4-stroke, overhead valve, single cylinder Displacement 163 cm Bore ×... -
Page 58: Wiring Diagram
4MZ416010_Eng.book 56 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 TECHNICAL INFORMATION WIRING DIAGRAM Part Name Wire Color ACCB AC Circuit Breaker Black AC Receptacle Brown Automatic Voltage Regulator Green Control Box Block Blue CBxB Engine Block Orange EgSw Engine Switch Engine Winding White Field Winding Yellow Generator Block Generator Ground... - Page 59 4MZ416010_Eng.book 57 ページ ２０１４年９月１０日 水曜日 午後２時３１分 TECHNICAL INFORMATION K, M, R, RE, S types...
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