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GENERATOR
EU2000i
See page 57 for
Initial Use Instructions
o2001-2006 Honda M otor Co., Ltd. -All Rights Reserved

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual GENERATOR EU2000i See page 57 for Initial Use Instructions o2001-2006 Honda M otor Co., Ltd. -All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 2 The inform ation and specifications included in this publication w ere in effect at the tim e of approval for printing. Honda M otor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, how ever, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any tim e w ithout notice and w ithout incurring any obligation w hatever.
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your selection of a Honda generator. We are certain you w ill be pleased w ith your purchase of one of the finest generators on the m arket. We w ant to help you get the best results from your new generator and to operate it safely.
  • Page 4 A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very im portant. And using this generator safely is an im portant responsibility. To help you m ake inform ed decisions about safety, w e have provided operating procedures and other inform ation on labels and in this m anual.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS GENERATOR SAFETY ................Safety Label Locations ............... Im portant Safety Inform ation ............COM PONENT IDENTIFICATION .............. CONTROLS ....................11 Engine Sw itch ..................11 Starter Grip ..................11 Fuel Tank Cap Vent Lever ..............12 Choke Lever ..................
  • Page 6 M AINTENANCE ..................36 The Im portance of M aintenance ............36 M aintenance Safety ................37 Em ission Control System Inform ation ..........38 Air Index ....................40 M aintenance Schedule ..............41 Engine Oil Change ................

  • Page 7: Generator Safety

    SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS These labels w arn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read them carefully. If a label com es off or becom es hard to read, contact your Honda generator dealer for a replacem ent.

  • Page 9: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Honda generators are designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions. Read and understand this ow ner’s m anual before operating your generator. You can help prevent accidents by being fam iliar w ith your generator’s controls, and by observing safe operating procedures.
  • Page 10 Do not connect to a building electrical system unless an isolation sw itch has been installed by a qualified electrician. Use only a Honda approved parallel operation kit (optional equipm ent) w hen connecting tw o EU2000i generators for parallel operation. Never connect different generator m odels and types.

  • Page 11: Component Identification

    COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION PARALLEL OPERATION OUTLETS ECO-THROTTLE SWITCH AC RECEPTACLES OIL ALERT INDICATOR LIGHT OVERLOAD INDICATOR LIGHT DC RECEPTACLE OUTPUT INDICATOR LIGHT DC CIRCUIT PROTECTOR AC CIRCUIT PROTECTOR GROUND TERMINAL FUEL TANK CAP VENT LEVER CHOKE LEVER FUEL TANK CAP MAINTENANCE COVER STARTER GRIP ENGINE SWITCH...
  • Page 12 SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE COVER SPARK PLUG MUFFLER FRAME SERIAL NUMBER AIR CLEANER Record the fram e serial num ber for your future reference. Refer to this serial num ber w hen ordering parts, and w hen m aking technical or w arranty inquiries (see page Fram e serial num ber: Date purchased:...

  • Page 13: Controls

    CONTROLS ENGINE SWITCH To start and stop the engine. Switch position: OFF: To stop the engine. To start and run the engine. ENGINE SWITCH STARTER GRIP To start the engine, pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance, then pull briskly in the direction of the arrow as show n below . Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine.

  • Page 14: Fuel Tank Cap Vent Lever

    FUEL TANK CAP VENT LEVER The fuel tank cap is provided w ith a vent lever to seal the fuel tank. The vent lever m ust be in the ON position for the engine to run. When the engine is not in use, leave the vent lever in the OFF position to reduce the possibility of fuel leakage.

  • Page 15: Output Indicator Light

    OUTPUT INDICATOR LIGHT The output indicator light (green) is illum inated w hen the generator is operating norm ally. It indicates that the generator is producing electrical pow er at the receptacles. OUTPUT INDICATOR LIGHT (GREEN) OVERLOAD INDICATOR LIGHT If the generator is overloaded (in excess of 2,000 VA), or if there is a short circuit in a connected appliance, the overload indicator light (red) w ill go ON.

  • Page 16: Oil Alert System

    OIL ALERT SYSTEM The Oil Alert system is designed to prevent engine dam age caused by an insufficient am ount of oil in the crankcase. Before the oil level in the crankcase can fall below a safe lim it, the Oil Alert indicator light com es on and the Oil Alert system autom atically w ill stop the engine (the engine sw itch w ill rem ain in the ON position).

  • Page 17: Eco-Throttle Switch Tm

    The Eco-Throttle system does not operate. ECO-THROTTLE SWITCH PARALLEL OPERATION OUTLETS These outlets are used for connecting tw o EU2000i generators for parallel operation (see page ). A Honda approved parallel operation kit (optional equipm ent) is required for parallel operation. This kit can be purchased from an authorized Honda generator dealer.

  • Page 18: Ac Circuit Protector

    AC CIRCUIT PROTECTOR The AC circuit protector w ill autom atically sw itch OFF if there is a short circuit or a significant overload of the generator at the AC receptacles. If the circuit protector sw itches OFF autom atically, check that the appliance is w orking properly and does not exceed the rated load capacity of the circuit before resetting the circuit protector ON.

  • Page 19: Generator Use

    GROUND SYSTEM Honda portable generators have a system ground that connects generator fram e com ponents to the ground term inals in the AC output receptacles. The system ground is not connected to the AC neutral w ire.

  • Page 20: Special Requirements

    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Keep all cooling holes open and clear of debris, mud, w ater, etc. Cooling holes are located on the side panel, the control panel, and the bottom of the generator. If the cooling holes are blocked, the generator may overheat and damage the engine, inverter, or windings. Do not lay the generator on its side w hen m oving, storing, or operating it.

  • Page 21: Ac Applications

    AC APPLICATIONS Before connecting an appliance or pow er cord to the generator: M ake sure that it is in good w orking order. Faulty appliances or pow er cords can create a potential for electrical shock. If an appliance begins to operate abnorm ally, becom es sluggish or stops suddenly, turn it off im m ediately.

  • Page 22: Ac Operation

    When an electric motor is started, the overload indicator light (red) may come on. This is norm al if the overload indicator light (red) goes off after about four (4) seconds. If the overload indicator light (red) stays on, consult your Honda generator dealer.

  • Page 23: Ac Parallel Operation Applications

    Never connect different generator m odels and types. Use only a Honda approved parallel operation kit (optional equipm ent) w hen connecting tw o EU2000i generators for parallel operation. Never connect or rem ove the parallel operation kit w hen the generator is running.
  • Page 24 Lim it operation requiring m axim um pow er to 30 m inutes. M axim um pow er in parallel operation is: 4.0 kVA For continuous operation, do not exceed the rated pow er. Rated pow er in parallel operation is: 3.2 kVA The total pow er requirem ents (VA) of all appliances connected m ust be considered.

  • Page 25: Ac Parallel Operation

    AC PARALLEL OPERATION Connect the parallel operation kit betw een the tw o EU2000i generators follow ing the instructions supplied w ith the kit. PARALLEL OPERATION KIT (optional equipment) Start the generators and m ake sure the output indicator lights...

  • Page 26: Dc Operation

    DC OPERATION The DC receptacle should ONLY be used for charging 12-volt autom otive type batteries. The DC charging output is not regulated. When using the DC output, turn the Eco-Throttle sw itch to the OFF position. Connecting the battery charging cable (optional equipment): Before connecting the battery charging cable to a battery that is installed in a vehicle, disconnect the vehicle battery ground cable −...
  • Page 27 If this happens, w ait a few m inutes before pushing in the circuit protector to resum e operation. If the DC circuit protector continues to go OFF, discontinue charging and see your authorized Honda generator dealer. Disconnecting the battery charging cable: Stop the engine.

  • Page 28: Eco-Throttle System

    ECO-THROTTLE SYSTEM With the sw itch in the ON position, engine speed is autom atically low ered w hen loads are reduced, turned OFF or disconnected. When appliances are turned ON or reconnected, the engine returns to the proper speed to pow er the electrical load. In the OFF position, the Eco- Throttle system does not operate.

  • Page 29: High Altitude Operation

    HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION At high altitude, the standard carburetor air/fuel m ixture w ill be too rich. Perform ance w ill decrease, and fuel consum ption w ill increase. A very rich m ixture w ill also foul the spark plug and cause hard starting. Operation at an altitude that differs from that at w hich this engine w as certified, for extended periods of tim e, m ay increase em issions.

  • Page 30: Pre-Operation Check

    PRE-OPERATION CHECK ENGINE OIL SAE VISCOSITY GRADES Check the oil level BEFORE EACH USE w ith the generator on a level surface and the engine stopped. Use 4-stroke m otor oil that m eets or exceeds the requirem ents for API service classification SJ or later (or equivalent).
  • Page 31 Rem ove the oil filler cap and w ipe the dipstick clean. Check the oil level by inserting the dipstick into the filler neck w ithout screw ing it in. If the level is low , fill to the upper lim it of the oil filler neck w ith the recom m ended oil.

  • Page 32: Refueling

    REFUELING With the engine stopped, rem ove the fuel tank cap and check the fuel level. Refill the fuel tank if the fuel level is low . Refuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel. Do not fill above the upper lim it m ark. Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
  • Page 33 CALIFORNIA TYPE FUEL TANK CAP UPPER LIMIT MARK TETHER After refueling, tighten the fuel cap until it clicks.

  • Page 34: Fuel Recommendations

    FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS This engine is certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline w ith a pum p octane rating of 86 or higher. Never use stale or contam inated gasoline or an oil/gasoline m ixture. Avoid getting dirt or w ater in the fuel tank. You m ay use regular unleaded gasoline containing no m ore than 10% Ethanol (E10) or 5% M ethanol by volum e.

  • Page 35: Starting The Engine

    STARTING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE For your safety, avoid starting or operating the generator in an enclosed area such as a garage. Your generator’s exhaust contains poisonous carbon m onoxide gas that can collect rapidly in an enclosed area and cause illness or death. Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
  • Page 36 If the choke lever w as m oved to the CLOSED position to start the engine, gradually m ove it to the OPEN position as the engine w arm s If you w ish to use the Eco-Throttle system , turn the Eco-Throttle sw itch to the ON position after the engine has w arm ed up for 2 or 3 m inutes.

  • Page 37: Stopping The Engine

    STOPPING THE ENGINE STOPPING THE ENGINE To stop the engine in an em ergency, sim ply turn the engine sw itch to the OFF position. Under norm al conditions, use the follow ing procedure. Unplug appliances from the generator receptacles. Turn the engine sw itch to the OFF position.

  • Page 38: Maintenance

    Other service tasks that are m ore difficult, or require special tools, are best handled by professionals and are norm ally perform ed by a Honda technician or other qualified m echanic.

  • Page 39: Maintenance Safety

    MAINTENANCE SAFETY Som e of the m ost im portant safety precautions follow . How ever, w e cannot w arn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in perform ing m aintenance. Only you can decide w hether or not you should perform a given task.

  • Page 40: Emission Control System Information

    The follow ing instructions and procedures m ust be follow ed in order to keep the em issions from your Honda engine w ithin the em ission standards. Tampering and Altering Tam pering w ith or altering the em ission control system m ay increase em issions beyond the legal lim it.
  • Page 41 Black exhaust sm oke or high fuel consum ption. Replacement Parts The em ission control system s on your Honda engine w ere designed, built, and certified to conform w ith EPA and California em ission regulations (m odels certified for sale in California). We recom m end the use of genuine Honda parts whenever you have maintenance done.

  • Page 42: Air Index

    AIR INDEX (Models certified for sale in California) An Air Index Inform ation hang tag/label is applied to engines certified to an em ission durability tim e period in accordance w ith the requirem ents of the California Air Resources Board. The bar graph is intended to provide you, our custom er, the ability to com pare the em issions perform ance of available engines.

  • Page 43: Maintenance Schedule

    Service m ore frequently w hen used in dusty areas. These item s should be serviced by an authorized Honda generator dealer, unless the ow ner has the proper tools and is m echanically proficient. See the Honda Shop M anual.

  • Page 44: Engine Oil Change

    ENGINE OIL CHANGE Drain the used oil w hile the engine is w arm . Warm oil drains quickly and com pletely. Turn the engine sw itch and vent lever to the OFF position to reduce the possibility of fuel leakage. Loosen the cover screw and rem ove the m aintenance cover (see page 28 ).
  • Page 45 Wash your hands w ith soap and w ater after handling used oil. Im proper disposal of engine oil can be harm ful to the environm ent. If you change your ow n oil, please dispose of it properly. Put it in a sealed container, and take it to a recycling center.

  • Page 46: Air Cleaner Service

    AIR CLEANER SERVICE A dirty air cleaner w ill restrict air flow to the carburetor. To prevent carburetor m alfunction, service the air cleaner regularly. Service m ore frequently w hen operating the generator in extrem ely dusty areas. Using gasoline or flammable solvent to clean the air filter can cause a fire or explosion.
  • Page 47 Reinstall the air filters. M ake sure that the rubber seal is set in the groove of the air cleaner cover. Reinstall the air cleaner cover, and tighten the air cleaner cover screw . RUBBER SEAL Reinstall the m aintenance cover, an d t i g h t en t h e co v er scr ew securely.

  • Page 48: Spark Plug Service

    SPARK PLUG SERVICE In order to service the spark plug, you w ill need a spark plug w rench (com m ercially available). Recommended spark plug: CR5HSB (NGK) To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug m ust be properly gapped and free of deposits.
  • Page 49 Visually inspect the spark plug. Replace it if the electrodes are w orn or if the insulator is cracked, chipped, or fouled. M easure the spark plug electrode gap w ith a w ire-type feeler gauge. Correct the gap, if necessary, by carefully bending the side electrode. The gap should be: −...

  • Page 50: Spark Arrester Maintenance

    SPARK ARRESTER MAINTENANCE If the generator has been running, the m uffler w ill be very hot. Allow it to cool before proceeding. The spark arrester m ust be serviced every 100 hours to m aintain its efficiency. Clean the spark arrester as follow s: Rem ove the four 6 m m screw s, and rem ove the m uffler protector.
  • Page 51 Use a brush to rem ove carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen. Inspect the screen for breaks or tears and replace it if necessary. Check the m uffler gasket; replace if dam aged. Reinstall the m uffler gasket, the spark arrester, the m uffler, and the m uffler protector in the reverse order of rem oval.

  • Page 52: Transporting/Storage

    TRANSPORTING/STORAGE TRANSPORTING Do not lay the generator on its side w hen m oving, storing, or operating it. Oil m ay leak and dam age the engine or your property. If the generator has been used, allow it cool for at least 15 m inutes before loading the generator on the transport vehicle.

  • Page 53: Storage

    After rem oval from storage, fill w ith fresh gasoline before starting. ＊ Use gasoline stabilizers that are form ulated to extend storage life. Follow the instructions included w ith the gasoline stabilizer. Contact your authorized Honda generator dealer for gasoline stabilizer recom m endations.
  • Page 54 Storage Procedure Drain the gasoline. Unscrew the fuel tank cap, rem ove the debris screen, and em pty the fuel tank into an approved gasoline container using a com m ercially available hand siphon. Reinstall the debris screen and the fuel tank cap. Loosen the cover screw and rem ove the m aintenance cover.
  • Page 55 Change the engine oil (see page 42). Rem ove the spark plug, and pour about a tablespoon of clean engine oil into the cylinder. Crank the engine several revolutions to distribute the oil, then reinstall the spark plug. Reinstall the spark plug cap on the spark plug securely. Reinstall the spark plug m aintenance cover.

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    Replace it if n e c e s s a r y ( s e e page 46). If the engine still does not start, take the generator to an authorized Honda generator dealer.
  • Page 57 Is the output indicator light ON? (see page 13) I s t h e o v e r l o a d Take the generator to an indicator light ON? authorized Honda generator (see page 13) dealer. NO DEFECTS Check the electrical ap-...

  • Page 58: Wiring Diagram

    WIRING DIAGRAM...

  • Page 59: Initial Use Instructions

    INITIAL USE INSTRUCTIONS ADDING ENGINE OIL WITHOUT OIL The generator is shipped in the engine. Place the generator on a level surface. Loosen the cover screw and rem ove the m aintenance cover. COVER SCREW MAINTENANCE COVER With the generator in a level position, rem ove the oil filler cap/ dipstick.

  • Page 60: Adding Fuel

    ADDING FUEL This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline w ith a pum p octane rating of 86 or higher. Never use stale or contam inated gasoline or an oil/gasoline m ixture. Avoid getting dirt or w ater in the fuel tank. If the fuel level is low , refuel in a w ell-ventilated area w ith the engine stopped.
  • Page 61 Rem ove the fuel tank cap. NON-CALIFORNIA TYPE CALIFORNIA TYPE FUEL TANK CAP FUEL TANK CAP Fuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel. Do not fill the fuel tank above the upper lim it m ark on the fuel strainer. NON-CALIFORNIA TYPE CALIFORNIA TYPE UPPER LIMIT MARK UPPER LIMIT MARK...
  • Page 62 After refueling, tighten the fuel cap securely (Non-California type). After refueling, tighten the fuel cap until it clicks (California type). Keep the vent OFF for storage or transport, and ON to run the generator. NON-CALIFORNIA TYPE CALIFORNIA TYPE VENT LEVER VENT LEVER M ove the generator at least 10 feet (3 m eters) aw ay from the fueling source and site before starting the engine.

  • Page 63: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions M odel EU2000i Description code EAAJ Length 20.2 in (512 m m ) Width 11.4 in (290 m m ) Height 16.7 in (425 m m ) Dry w eight 45.9 lbs (20.8 kg) Engine M odel GX100...

  • Page 64: Technical & Consumer Information

    TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION Dealer Locator Information To find an authorized Honda Servicing Dealer anyw here in the United States: Visit our w ebsite: w w w .hondapow erequipm ent.com Customer Service Information Servicing dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answ er m ost questions you m ay have.
  • Page 65 This m anual covers com plete m aintenance and overhaul procedures. It is intended to be used by a skilled technician. Available through your Honda dealer or through Helm Inc. at 1 888- 292-5395 or visit w w w .hondapow erequipm ent.com Parts Catalog This m anual provides com plete, illustrated parts lists.

  • Page 66: Distributor's Limited Warranty

    What American Honda will Repair or Replace Under Warranty: Am erican Honda w ill repair or replace, at its option, any part that is proven to be defective in m aterial or w orkm anship under norm al use during the applicable w arranty tim e period.

  • Page 67: Emission Control System Warranty

    Disclaimer of Consequential Damage and Limitation of Implied Warranties: Am erican Honda disclaim s any responsibility for loss of tim e or use of the product, transportation, com m ercial loss, or any other incidental or consequential dam age.
  • Page 68 19 kilow atts. All of the United States and Canada Honda m ust w arrant the em ission control system on your pow er equipm ent engine for the period of tim e listed below , provided there has been no abuse, neglect or im proper m aintenance of your pow er equipm ent engine.
  • Page 69 Honda is also liable for dam ages to other engine com ponents caused by a failure of any w arranted part during the w arranty period.
  • Page 70 To Obtain Warranty Service: You m ust take your Honda Pow er Equipm ent engine or the product on w hich it is installed, along w ith your sales registration card or other proof of original purchase date, at your expense, to any Honda Pow er Equipm ent dealer w ho is authorized by Honda to sell and service that Honda product during his norm al business hours.
  • Page 71 Disclaimer of Consequential Damage and Limitation of Implied Warranties: Am erican Honda M otor Co., Inc. and Honda Canada Inc. disclaim any responsibility for incidental or consequential dam ages such as loss of tim e or the use of the pow er equipm ent, or any com m ercial loss due to the failure of the equipm ent;...

  • Page 72: Index

    INDEX COM PONENT IDENTIFICATION .............. CONTENTS ....................CONTROLS ....................11 AC Circuit Protector ................16 Choke Lever ..................12 DC Circuit Protector ................16 DC Receptacle ..................16 Eco-Throttle System ................15 Engine Sw itch ..................
  • Page 73 M AINTENANCE ..................36 Air Cleaner Service ................44 Air Index ....................40 Em ission Control System Inform ation ..........38 Engine Oil Change ................42 Im portance of M aintenance ............. . 36 M aintenance Safety ................
  • Page 74 MEMO...
  • Page 75 2eY110000.2006.12 31Z07610 00X31-Z07-6100 Printed in Japan...

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