Honda GXV660 Owner's Manual

Honda GXV660 Owner's Manual

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing a Honda engine. We want to help you to
get the best results from your new engine and to operate it safely.
This manual contains information on how to do that; please read it
carefully before operating the engine. If a problem should arise, or
if you have any questions about your engine, consult an authorized
Honda servicing dealer.
All information in this publication is based on the latest product
information available at the time of printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and
without incurring any obligation. No part of this publication may be
reproduced without written permission.
This manual should be considered a permanent part of the engine
and should remain with the engine if resold.
Review the instructions provided with the equipment powered by
this engine for any additional information regarding engine startup,
shutdown, operation, adjustments or any special maintenance
instructions.
United States, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands:
We suggest you read the warranty policy to fully understand its
coverage and your responsibilities of ownership. The warranty
policy is a separate document that should have been given to you
by your dealer.

SAFETY MESSAGES

Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have
provided important safety messages in this manual and on the
engine. Please read these messages carefully.
A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt
you or others. Each safety message is preceded by a safety alert
symbol
and one of three words, DANGER, WARNING, or
CAUTION.
These signal words mean:
Each message tells you what the hazard is, what can happen, and
what you can do to avoid or reduce injury.
DAMAGE PREVENTION MESSAGES
You will also see other important messages that are preceded by
the word NOTICE.
This word means:
Your engine or other property can be damaged if you
don't follow instructions.
The purpose of these messages is to help prevent damage to your
engine, other property, or the environment.
©
2014 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. -All Rights Reserved
37ZCS601
00X37-ZCS-6010
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don't follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don't follow instructions.
You CAN be HURT if you don't follow
instructions.
GXV630R·GXV660R·GXV690R
OWNER'S MANUAL
MANUEL DE L'UTILISATEUR
MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO
GXV630
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
California Proposition 65
This product contains or emits
chemicals known to the state of
California to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION.................... 1
SAFETY MESSAGES.............. 1
SAFETY INFORMATION ......... 2
LOCATION ........................... 3
FEATURES ........................... 3
CHECKS .............................. 4
OPERATION ......................... 4
PRECAUTIONS................... 4
MAINTENANCE.................. 6
SCHEDULE ........................ 6
REFUELING........................ 7
ENGINE OIL ....................... 7
Recommended Oil............ 7
Oil Level Check ............... 7
Oil Change...................... 8
OIL FILTER ........................ 8
AIR CLEANER .................... 9
Inspection....................... 9
Cleaning ......................... 9
ENGLISH
GXV660
GXV690
SPARK PLUG....................10
SUGGESTIONS....................10
TRANSPORTING ...............12
Electric Starter..................13
Information ......................15
Air Index..........................16
Specifications...................16
Information ......................17
Wiring Diagrams ...............17
LOCATOR
INFORMATION .................18
INFORMATION .................18
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Honda engine. We want to help you to get the best results from your new engine and to operate it safely. OWNER’S MANUAL This manual contains information on how to do that; please read it MANUEL DE L’UTILISATEUR...
  • Page 2: Safety Information

    Read it carefully. receives adequate instruction before operating the equipment. If the label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda • Do not allow children to operate the engine. Keep children and servicing dealer for replacement.
  • Page 3: Component & Control Location

    COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATION FEATURES Fuel-cut Solenoid SCREEN GRID COVER OIL PRESSURE SWITCH The engine is equipped with a fuel-cut solenoid that allows fuel to flow to the carburetor main jet when the engine switch is in the ON OIL FILLER CAP/ or START position and stops the flow of fuel to the main jet when DIPSTICK the engine switch is in the OFF position.
  • Page 4: Before Operation Checks

    BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS OPERATION IS YOUR ENGINE READY TO GO? SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS For your safety, and to maximize the service life of your equipment, Before operating the engine for the first time, please review the it is very important to take a few moments before you operate the SAFETY INFORMATION section on page 2 and the BEFORE engine to check its condition.
  • Page 5: Stopping The Engine

    3. Move the throttle lever away from the SLOW position, about 1/3 STOPPING THE ENGINE of the way toward the FAST position. To stop the engine in an emergency, simply turn the engine switch to the OFF position. Under normal conditions, use the following Some engine applications use a remote-mounted throttle control procedure.
  • Page 6: Servicing Your Engine

    Honda technician or other qualified mechanic. To ensure the best quality and reliability, use only new Honda Genuine parts or their equivalents for repair and replacement. The maintenance schedule applies to normal operating conditions.
  • Page 7: Refueling

    REFUELING ENGINE OIL Recommended Fuel Oil is a major factor affecting performance and service life. Use 4-stroke automotive detergent oil. Unleaded gasoline U.S. Pump octane rating 86 or higher Recommended Oil Except U.S. Research octane rating 91 or higher Pump octane rating 86 or higher Use 4-stroke motor oil that meets or exceeds the requirements for API service category SJ or later (or equivalent).
  • Page 8: Oil Change

    LOWER LIMIT Use only a Honda Genuine oil filter or a filter of equivalent quality specified for your model. Using the wrong filter, or a non-Honda filter which is not of equivalent quality, may cause OIL DRAIN BOLT engine damage.
  • Page 9: Air Cleaner

    AIR CLEANER 5. Clean the filter elements if they are to be reused. A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor, reducing Paper filter element: Tap the filter element several times on a engine performance. If you operate the engine in very dusty areas, hard surface to remove dirt, or blow compressed air [not clean the air filter more often than specified in the MAINTENANCE exceeding 207 kPa (2.1 kgf/cm...
  • Page 10: Spark Plug

    HELPFUL TIPS & SUGGESTIONS SPARK PLUG Recommended Spark Plug: ZFR5F (NGK) STORING YOUR ENGINE The recommended spark plug has the correct heat range for normal Storage Preparation engine operating temperatures. Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your engine trouble-free and looking good. The following steps will help to keep rust and corrosion from impairing your engine’s function and Incorrect spark plugs can cause engine damage.
  • Page 11 Adding a Gasoline Stabilizer to Extend Fuel Storage Life Draining the Fuel Tank and Carburetor When adding a gasoline stabilizer, fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. If only partially filled, air in the tank will promote fuel Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive, and you deterioration during storage.
  • Page 12: Transporting

    TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS Storage Precautions If your engine will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank and carburetor, it is important to reduce the hazard of gasoline vapor ENGINE WILL NOT START ignition. Select a well ventilated storage area away from any Possible Cause Correction appliance that operates with a flame, such as a furnace, water...
  • Page 13: Technical Information

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION Battery Connections for Electric Starter Recommended Battery Serial Number Location GXV630 GXV660 12 V–36 Ah Record the engine serial number, type and purchase date in the spaces below. You will need this information when ordering parts GXV690 and when making technical or warranty inquiries.
  • Page 14: Remote Control Linkage

    Remote Control Linkage WIRE HOLDER • For Throttle Cable The throttle and choke control levers are provided with holes for optional cable attachment. The following illustrations show THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER 5 mm installation examples for a solid wire cable and for a flexible, CIRCLIP braided wire cable.
  • Page 15: Emission Control System Information

    The following instructions and procedures must be followed in schedule is based on the assumption that your machine will be order to keep the emissions from your Honda engine within the used for its designed purpose. Sustained high-load or emission standards.
  • Page 16: Air Index

    50 hours (0–80 cc, inclusive) PTO shaft rotation Counterclockwise 125 hours (greater than 80 cc) Intermediate 125 hours (0–80 cc, inclusive) GXV660 (TAF-Type) 250 hours (greater than 80 cc) Length×Width×Height 443×420×463 mm Extended 300 hours (0–80 cc, inclusive) (17.4×16.5×18.2 in)
  • Page 17: Tuneup Specifications

    IGN GND BAT LO Idle speed 1,400±150 rpm See your authorized Valve clearance IN: 0.08±0.02 mm START (cold) EX: 0.10±0.02 mm Honda dealer Other No other adjustments needed. Black Br Brown specifications Yellow O Orange Bu Blue Lb Light blue...
  • Page 18: Consumer Information

    All Other Areas: If you are still dissatisfied after speaking with the Regional Engine Please contact the Honda distributor in your area for assistance. Distributor, you may contact the Honda Office as shown. All Other Areas: If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership’s management, contact the Honda Office as shown.

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