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- Page 1 POWER EQUIPMENT GENERATING SET EC4D - ECT6D OWNER’S MANUAL *00X32EY7F02* Honda Europe Power Equipment S.A. *00X32EY7F02* *00X32EY7F02* Pôle 45 - Rue des Châtaigniers 45140 ORMES - FRANCE * 0 0 X 3 2 E Y 7 F 0 2 *...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
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Page 3: Introduction
INTRODUCTION You are now the owner of a Honda generating set: thank you for your confidence in us. This manual has been written to help you to become familiar with your generating set. We advise you to read it carefully before starting the machine so that you are aware of the precautions you need to take when using it;... -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TO ENSURE YOUR SAFETY AND THE LONG LIFE OF THE EQUIPMENT, PLEASE PAY PARTICULAR ATTENTION WHEN READING THIS MANUAL TO THE SECTIONS PRECEDED BY THE FOLLOWING HEADINGS: Warning against risk of severe personal injury or death if instructions are not followed. CAUTION: •... -
Page 5: Identification Of The Machine
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not connect the generating set to the mains or to the public network. WARNING: • Read the owner’s manual. • The exhaust gas contains toxic substances. • Never run the generating set in closed premises. WARNING: • Hot surfaces: Muffler remains hot after engine stops. - Page 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. It is vital to know how to stop the generating set quickly and to know how to use all the controls. Never allow anyone not familiar with the instructions to use the generating set. 2. Do not allow children under fourteen years of age or animals to approach the generating set when it is in operation.
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Page 7: General Description
[15] Receptacle 400 V/16 (ECT6D) [6] Air cleaner [16] Receptacle 230 V/16 [7] Oil filter [17] Receptacle 115 V/16 (EC4D) [8] Muffler [18] Voltage selector switch 115/230V (EC4D) [9] Starter arrester [19] Identification plate [10] Recoil starter grip [20] Transport kit... -
Page 8: Preparation
GENERAL DESCRIPTION ASSEMBLY OF TRANSPORT KIT On delivery of the generating set, the wheels and the handles, supplied dismantled, must be assembled according to the numerical order of the parts listed above. The screws [2] cannot be fully tightened until the spacers [8] have been assembled. -
Page 9: Pre-Operation Check
PRE-OPERATION CHECK To carry out this series of checks, place the generating set on stable and horizontal ground, with the engine off. Be careful not to touch the hot metallic parts of the engine when checking the oil level. CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL CAUTION: •... -
Page 10: Checking The Fuel Level
PRE-OPERATION CHECK CHECKING THE FUEL LEVEL SAFETY 1. Remove the fuel filler cap and check the level. Fill up if the level is low. Do not over-fill the tank. After having filled the tank, check that the fuel filler cap is tighte- ned as far as it will go. -
Page 11: Generating Set Use
GENERATING SET USE STARTING THE ENGINE SAFETY CAUTION: • Never start-up the generating set with devices connected to the receptacles, this could cause their deterioration. 1. Put the stopping lever [1] on position “I” (fully raised to the limit stop). 2. -
Page 12: Oil Safety System
GENERATING SET USE OIL SAFETY SYSTEM The oil safety system is intended to avoid any risk of damage to the engine caused by a lack of oil in the lower housing. As soon as the oil level has reached a safety limit, the oil safety system releases the decompression lever [1] which, on raising, automatically stops the engine. -
Page 13: Operation Of The Generating Set
GENERATING SET USE OPERATION OF THE GENERATING SET SAFETY Your Honda generating set is a reliable piece of equipment, developed to ensure your safety. It can help you carry out work more easily and bring improvements to your leisure time, but there is also a risk of electrocution if you do not follow strictly the instructions for use given in this chapter. -
Page 14: Information On The Construction Of The Generating Set
GENERATING SET USE INFORMATION ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE GENERATING SET The generator windings are not connected to the earth; the system is thus safe by construction and limits the risks of electrocution. It is strictly forbidden to connect the coils to the generator earth, except when using a 30 mA differential circuit breaker for the protection of persons. -
Page 15: Operation
Otherwise, the frequency and the voltage supplied will not correspond to the rated values, causing damage to the devices connected. 1. Choose the appropriate voltage using the voltage selector switch [3] (the EC4D model only). 2. Connect machines to the receptacles, taking care not to exceed the maximum current specified for each receptacle. -
Page 16: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE To ensure that the generating set performs correctly and has a long working life, it is essential that the maintenance schedule be observed. SAFETY CAUTION: • The engine and the muffler reach temperatures sufficient to cause burns if touched and to start a fire if adjacent to inflammable material. -
Page 17: Changing The Oil
MAINTENANCE CHANGING THE OIL CAUTION: • Prolonged and frequent contact with used engine oil can cause skin cancer. Although this is unlikely, it is sensible to wash your hands thoroughly after handling used engine oil. Drain the oil while the engine is still warm so that the oil flows out quickly and completely. 1. -
Page 18: Servicing The Air Cleaner
MAINTENANCE SERVICING THE AIR CLEANER The engine will not run properly if the air cleaner is dirty: it is very important that the air cleaner is serviced regularly. Never use petrol or inflammable solvents to clean air cleaner elements: these products can cause fire and damage the air cleaner elements. -
Page 19: Maintenance Of The Engine Oil Filter
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE OF THE ENGINE OIL FILTER A clogged or blocked oil filter may cause damage to the engine. The oil filter must be maintained regularly according to the quality of the oil used and the conditions of use of the generating set. Cleaning 1. -
Page 20: Maintenance Of Spark Arrester
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE OF SPARK ARRESTER The muffler reaches sufficiently high temperatures to cause burns when the engine is running and remains hot for a while after stopping. If the generating set has just been used, leave to cool afterwards. 1. Loosen the collar clamp [1] of the muffler tube. Remove the spark arrester [2], taking care not to damage it. -
Page 21: Transporting - Storage
TRANSPORTING - STORAGE TRANSPORTING THE GENERATING SET When moving the generator set, always place it horizontally, with the fuel filler cap pro- perly closed to avoid any leakage. CAUTION: • Do not lift the generating set using the transport grips. •... -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Probable cause See page Engine will not start The stopping lever is at position “0" The engine oil level is too low Electrical appliances are connected to the receptacles Starting is difficult or the engine stalls The air cleaner is dirty There is water or impurities in the fuel tank The fuel pipes are faulty... -
Page 23: Specifications
1.60 m 87 db[A] 88 db[A] Sound power level guaranteed According to 2000/14/EC directive (db[A]) ENGINE EC4D -ECT6D Model GD411 Engine type 4 stroke Diesel engine, single cylinder, valves in the head Displacement (bore x stroke) 411 cm (82 x 78 mm) Compression ratio 18.2 : 1... - Page 24 POWER EQUIPMENT PRINTED IN FRANCE 32 EY7 F02 L 1000 0302 - 1...
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