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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.
2008 Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
GX240UT1 GX270UT GX340UT1 GX390UT1 GX240RT1 GX270RT GX340RT1 GX390RT1
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37Z5K604
00X37-Z5K-6040
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.
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All Rights Reserved
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OWNER'S MANUAL
MANUEL DE L'UTILISATEUR
MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO
GX240 · GX270 · GX340 · GX390
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
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SAFETY MESSAGES
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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SAFETY LABEL LOCATION
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COMPONENT & CONTROL
LOCATION
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FEATURES
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BEFORE OPERATION
CHECKS
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OPERATION
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SAFE OPERATING
PRECAUTIONS
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STARTING THE ENGINE
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STOPPING THE ENGINE
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SETTING ENGINE SPEED
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SERVICING YOUR ENGINE
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THE IMPORTANCE OF
MAINTENANCE
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MAINTENANCE SAFETY
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
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REFUELING
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ENGINE OIL
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Recommended Oil
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Oil Level Check
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Oil Change
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REDUCTION CASE OIL
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Recommended Oil
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Oil Level Check
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Oil Change
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AIR CLEANER
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Inspection
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Cleaning
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ENGLISH
SEDIMENT CUP
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SPARK PLUG
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.2
SPARK ARRESTER
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.2
IDLE SPEED
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HELPFUL TIPS &
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SUGGESTIONS
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.3
STORING YOUR ENGINE .13
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TRANSPORTING
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.3
TAKING CARE OF
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UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS
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FUSE REPLACEMENT
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.4
TECHNICAL INFORMATION .16
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Serial Number Location
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.5
Battery Connections for
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Electric Starter
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.7
Remote Control Linkage
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Carburetor Modifications for
.7
High Altitude Operation
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.7
Emission Control System
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Information
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Air Index
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.7
Specifications
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.8
Tuneup Specifications
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.8
Quick Reference
.8
Information
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.9
Wiring Diagrams
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.9
CONSUMER INFORMATION .20
.9
Distributor/Dealer Locator
.9
Information
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.9
Customer Service
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Information
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- Page 1 08/09/29 18:29:52 32Z5K603_001 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 carefully before operating the engine.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS (1.1): Safety instructions ......................... pag. 9 Preliminary checks ........................ pag. 9 Starting the generator ......................pag. 10 Using the generator ......................pag. 10 Stopping the generator ....................... pag. 11 Maintenance ........................pag. 11 Cleaning ..........................pag. 11 Transportation ........................pag. 11 Storage .......................... -
Page 3: Starting The Generator
keep the fuel in a place inaccessible to children. The fuel fumes are highly infl ammable. • Check the air fi lter: make sure that it is in good conditions and free from dust and dirt. To reach the fi lter consult the engine user’s and maintenance manual. -
Page 4: Stopping The Generator
STOPPING THE GENERATOR (8.1): Switch off or disconnect all the accessories powered by the generator: then stop the engine after letting it idle for 2-3 minutes to cool down; to stop the generator turn off the switch. With electrically started generators, turn the key to the “OFF” position. ATTENTION: the engine will remain hot even after being switched off: make sure the generator is well ventilated even after engine shut down. -
Page 5: Trouble Shooting
TROUBLE SHOOTING: NO VOLTAGE IN A.C. SOCKET (13.1): ACTIVATE IS THE PROTECTION SWITCH ON? IS THE REQUIRED VOLTAGE SELECTED ON THE SWITCH? ACTIVER ARE THE PANEL CABLES IN GOOD STATE? REPAIR IS THE CONDENSER IN GOOD CONDITIONS? REPLACE IS THERE ALWAYS LACK OF VOLTAGE WHEN THE CONDENSER GENERATOR OK HAS BEEN ENERGIZED AT THE CONNECTORS WITH A 12V BATTERY? ONLY WHEN FORESEEN... - Page 6 AIR CLEANER This label warns you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read it carefully. If the label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer for replacement. The safety label should be located either on the fuel tank, fan cover...
- Page 7 08/09/29 18:30:44 32Z5K603_003 FEATURES BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS OIL ALERT SYSTEM (applicable types) IS YOUR ENGINE READY TO GO? ‘‘Oil Alert is a registered trademark in the United States’’ For your safety, and to maximize the service life of your The Oil Alert system is designed to prevent engine damage equipment, it is very important to take a few moments before you caused by an insufficient amount of oil in the crankcase.
- Page 8 08/09/29 18:31:09 32Z5K603_004 OPERATION To restart a warm engine, leave the choke lever or choke rod in the OPEN position. SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS Some engine applications use a remote-mounted choke control Before operating the engine for the first time, please review the rather than the engine-mounted choke lever shown here.
- Page 9 08/09/29 18:31:36 32Z5K603_005 Operate the starter. STOPPING THE ENGINE RECOIL STARTER To stop the engine in an emergency, simply turn the engine switch to the OFF position. Under normal conditions, use the following Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance, then pull procedure.
- Page 10 08/09/29 18:31:44 32Z5K603_006 SETTING ENGINE SPEED Position the throttle lever for the desired engine speed. Some engine applications use a remote-mounted throttle control rather than the engine-mounted throttle lever shown here. Refer to the instructions provided by the equipment manufacturer. For engine speed recommendations, refer to the instructions provided with the equipment powered by this engine.
- Page 11 Remember that an authorized Honda servicing dealer knows your engine 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 12 Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank. For refueling, refer to the manufacturer’s instructions provided AMBIENT TEMPERATURE with the equipment. See the following for a Honda supplied standard fuel tank refueling instruction. SAE 10W-30 is recommended for general use. Other viscosities...
- Page 13 08/09/29 18:33:04 32Z5K603_009 Oil Level Check Install the oil filler cap/dipstick and tighten securely. OIL FILLER CAP/ Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and in a level DIPSTICK position. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe it clean. Insert the oil filler cap/dipstick into the oil filler neck as shown, WASHER but do not screw it in, then remove it to check the oil level.
- Page 14 08/09/29 18:33:32 32Z5K603_010 Oil Change AIR CLEANER Drain the used oil while the engine is warm. Warm oil drains A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor, reducing quickly and completely. engine performance. If you operate the engine in very dusty areas, clean the air filter more often than specified in the MAINTENANCE Place a suitable container below the reduction case to catch the SCHEDULE (see page ).
- Page 15 08/09/29 18:34:01 32Z5K603_011 Reassemble the air cleaner, and tighten the wing nut securely. Clean the air filter elements if they are to be reused. SINGLE-FILTER ELEMENT TYPE OIL-BATH TYPE Paper air filter element: Tap the filter element several times on a WING NUT WING NUT hard surface to remove dirt, or blow compressed air [not...
- Page 16 08/09/29 18:34:28 32Z5K603_012 SEDIMENT CUP SPARK PLUG Cleaning Recommended Spark Plugs: BPR6ES (NGK) W20EPR-U (DENSO) The recommended spark plug has the correct heat range for normal engine operating temperatures. Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive, and you can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.
- Page 17 Check local laws and regulations. A spark Storage Preparation arrester is available from authorized Honda servicing dealers. Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your engine trouble-free and looking good. The following steps will help to The spark arrester must be serviced every 100 hours to keep it keep rust and corrosion from impairing your engine’s function and...
- Page 18 08/09/29 18:35:31 32Z5K603_014 Draining the Fuel Tank and Carburetor 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 ignition. Select a well-ventilated storage area away from any Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive, and you appliance that operates with a flame, such as a furnace, water can be burned or seriously injured when handling...
- Page 19 Frequent fuse failure usually indicates a short circuit or an servicing malfunction, overload in the electrical system. If the fuse burns out frequently, dealer, or refer ignition take the engine to a servicing Honda dealer for repair. to shop malfunction, manual. valves stuck, etc. ENGINE LACKS...
- Page 20 08/09/29 18:36:23 32Z5K603_016 TECHNICAL INFORMATION Remote Control Linkage Serial Number Location The throttle and choke control levers are provided with holes for Record the engine serial optional cable attachment. The following illustrations show number in the space below. You installation examples for a solid wire cable and for a flexible, will need this information when braided wire cable.
- Page 21 The following instructions and procedures must be followed in order to keep the emissions from your Honda engine within the When the carburetor has been modified for high altitude operation, emission standards.
- Page 22 08/09/29 18:37:13 32Z5K603_018 Air Index Specifications (Models certified for sale in California) GX240/GX270 (PTO shaft type S, with fuel tank) An Air Index Information label is applied to engines certified to an Length × Width × × × 422 mm emission durability time period in accordance with the Height (14.0...
- Page 23 Valve clearance IN: 0.15 ± 0.02 mm See your (cold) EX: 0.20 ± 0.02 mm authorized Honda dealer Other No other adjustments needed. specifications Quick Reference Information Fuel Unleaded gasoline (Refer to page 8) U.S. Pump octane rating 86 or higher...
- Page 24 United States, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands: All Other Areas: If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership’s Please contact the Honda distributor in your area for assistance. management, contact the Honda Regional Engine Distributor for your area.