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©1985 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. — All Rights Reserved

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  • Page 1 Owner's Manual EB3500X ©1985 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. — All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 3 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.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS CONTENTS ..........1. WARNING LABEL LOCATION 2. GENERATOR SAFETY ......................3. COMPONENT IDENTIICATION 4. PRE-OPERATION CHECK ............5. STARTING THE ENGINE ............6. GENERATOR USE ..............7. STOPPING THE ENGINE ............: ........... 8. MAINTENANCE ......

  • Page 5: Warning Label Location

    1. WARNING LABEL LOCATION ATTENTION NE PAS UTILISER DANS UN ENDROIT FERME A CAUSE DU RISQUE D’EMPOISONNEMENT DU GAZ. ATENClON NO LO USE EN LUGARES CERRADOS PORQUE EL MONOXIDE DE CARBON0 ES VENENOSO. STOP ENGINE BtFORf RfFUftlN~ mCONlROLfR OU’IL N’V A.NI FUIIE NI fSSfNCt , ARRfTfR Lf MOIfUR AVANT Of RfFAIRf Lf PIEIN.
  • Page 6 EB350OX HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD. MADE IN JAPAN B’ CAUTION H BE SURE TO FILL CRANKCASE VOLTAGE 12Ol24OV WITH RECOMMENDED FREQUENCY 60Hz BEFORE USING. RATED OUTPUT 3.OkVA FOR DETAILED EXPLANATION, h&4f$UTPUT 3.5kVA SEE THE OWNER’S MANUAL. FUEL GASOLINE (PETROL)

  • Page 7: Generator Safety

    2. GENERATOR SAFETY To ensure safe operation Place the generator at least 1 m (3 ft) away from buildings or other equipment when operating the generator. Operate the generator on a level surface. If the generator is tilted, fuel spillage .may result. Exhaust gas contains posionous...

  • Page 8: Component Identiication

    .’ 3. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH RECERTACLES THROTTLE SWITCH FILLER CAP OIL DRAIN PLUG VALVE RECOIL STARTER GRIP...
  • Page 9 FUEL TANK CAP...

  • Page 10: Pre-Operation Check

    Be sure to.check .the engine on a level surface with the engine stopped. Use Honda 4-stroke oil or an equivalent high detergent premium quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed U.S. auto-mobile manufacturer’s...
  • Page 11 Fuel Use automotive gasoline with a pump octane number of 86 or higher, or a research octane number of 91 or higher (unleaded is prefer- red to minimize combustion chamber deposits). Never use an oil/gasoline mixture or dirty gasoline. Avoid getting dirt, dust or water in the fuel tank.
  • Page 12 Containing Alcohol If you decide to use a gasoline containing alcohol (“gasohol”), be sure the octane rating is at least as high as that recommended by Honda. There are two types of “gahohol” that containing ethanol, and that containing methanol.
  • Page 13 Make sure that the AC circuit breaker is in the OFF position. The generator may be hard to start if a load is connected. AC CIRCUIT BREAKER...

  • Page 14: Starting The Engine

    (’ 5. STARTING ‘THE ENGINE 1. Turn the fuel valve to the 4N position. FUEL VALVE 2. Pull the choke rod to the CLOSE position. CHOKE ROD...
  • Page 15 3 Make sure the auto-throttle switch is in the OFF Position, or more time ’ will be required for Warm A;TO-THROTTLE SWITCH 4. Turn the. engine switth to the ON Position- ENGINE SWIT...
  • Page 16 5. Pull the starter grip until compression is felt, then pull briskly. NOTE: Do not allow the starter grip to snap back. Return it slowly by hand. STARTER GillP 6. Push the choke rdd to the OPEN position as the engine warms up. 7.

  • Page 17: Generator Use

    6. GENERATOR ra!m prevent electrical shock from faulty appliances, generator should be grounded. Connect a length of heavy wire between the ground terminal and the ground source. CAUTION: Limit operation requiring maximum power (3.5KVA) to 30 minutes. continuous operation, do not exceed the rated power of 3.0 KVA.
  • Page 18 AC applications 1. Turn the voltage slector switch to either position as required. When the switch is turned to “12OV ONLY” position, you can use only 12OV AC. At “12OV/24OV” position, you can use both 12OV and 240V sources. 2. Switch on the AC Circuit Breaker. 3.
  • Page 19 Oil Alert System The Oil Alert system is designed to prevent engine damage caused by an in- sufficent 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 shut down the engine (the engine switch will remain in the ON position).

  • Page 20: Stopping The Engine

    7. STOP+lNG THE EN’GINE turn the engine switch to the OFF To stop the engine in an emergency, position. In normal use: 1. Turn the AC circuit, breaker to the OFF position. AC CIRCUIT BREAKER 2. Turn the engine switch to the OFF position. iNGINE SWITCH...
  • Page 21 3. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position. FUEL VALVE...

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    (Replace if necessary) NOTE: (1): Service more frequently when used in dusty areas. (2): These items should be serviced by an authorized Honda dealer, unless the owner nas tne proper tools and is mechanically proficient. See the Honda Shop Manual.
  • Page 23 Tool kit tools supplied necessary performing some periodic maintenance, simple adjustments and repairs. Always keep the kit with the generator. s==G SCREW DRIVER 10 x 12 mm WRENCH > DRIVER HANDLE PLUG WRENCH HANDLE TOOL Changing Drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and complete draining.
  • Page 24 Air cleaner service A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor. To prevent car- buretor malfunction, service the air cleaner regularly (page 23). Service more frequently when operating the generator in extremely dusty areas. Never use gasoline or low flash point solvents for cleaning air cleaner...
  • Page 25 2. Wash the element in a non-flammable or high flash point solvent and dry it thoroughly. 3. Soak the element in clean engine oil and squeeze out the excess oil. 4. Reinstall the air cleaner element and the cover. ELEMENT...
  • Page 26 Sediment cup cleaning Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position. Remove the sedimerit cup and O- ring, and wash them’in nonflammable or high flash point solvent. Dry them thoroughly, and reinbtall securely. Turn the fuel valve to the ON position, and check for leaks.
  • Page 27 Spark plug service Recommended spark plug: BPR5ES (NGK) WlGEPR-U (ND) CAUTION: Never use a spark plug of incorrect heat range. To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits. 1. Remove the spark plug cap, and use a spark plug wrench to remove the plug.
  • Page 28 4. Check that the spark plug washer is in good condition, and thread the spark plug in by hand to prevent cross-threading. 5. After the spark plug is seated, tighten with a spark plug wrench to com- press the washer. NOTE: If installing a new spark plug, tighten l/2 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer.
  • Page 29 Spark arrester maintenance If the generator has been running, the muffler will be very hot. Allow it to cool before proceeding. CAUTION: The spark arrester must be serviced at every 100 hours maintain its efficiency. Clean the spark arrester as following: 1.

  • Page 30: Transportll\Jg/Storage

    9. TRANSPORilhWSTORAGE When transporting ihe engine, turn the fuel valve to the OFF position and keep the engine level to prevent fuel spillage. Fuel vapor spilled fuel may ignite. Before storing the unit for an extended period: 1. Be sure the storage.area is free of excessive humidity and dust.
  • Page 31 d. Drain the carburetor by loosening the drain screw. Drain the gasoline into a suitable container. 3. Change the engine oil. 4. Remove the spark plug and pour about a tablespoon of clean engine oil into the cylinder. Crank the engine several revolutions to distribute oil, then reinstall the spark plug.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    Spilled fuel may ignite. Perform:this test in a well ventilated area. /’ e. If there are no.sparks, replace the plug. f. If the new spark plug does not spark, take the generator to an authorized Honda dealer. ‘30...
  • Page 33 6. Is gasoline reaching the carburetor? To check, place a suitable container under the drain, turn the engine switch on and loosen the drain screw. Fuel should flow out freely. If OK, try to start the engine according to the instructions. DRAIN SCREW 7.

  • Page 34: Specifications

    11. SPECIFICAT10NS Dimensions EB3500X Model Power equipment description code 605x495x485mm Lenght x Width x Height (23.8 x 19.5 x 19.1 in) Dry weight 62 kg (136.7 Engine 1 Model 4-stroke, overhead valve, single cylinder Engine type 242 cc (14.8 cuin) Displacement x 58 rpm (2.9...

  • Page 36: Hanger Kit Installation

    ’ 13. #ANGER I(IT INSUALLATION HANGER FLANGE BOLT (41 BRACKET CAUTION: Position the hanger at the generator’s balance point, in the middle of the fuel tank. Fit the end tabs of the -hanger through the bracket slots, bolt the brackets to the hanger.

  • Page 37: Installation Of Optional Parts

    14. INSTALLATION OF OPTIONAL PARTS 4 Wheel Kit Installation 1. Install the four wheels on the axle shaft. 2. Install the axle assembly on the generator using four bolts and nuts. WHEEL STOPPER NOTE: Install the shaft with wheel stopper facing engine side.

  • Page 38: Warranty Service

    Your purchase of a Honda generator is greatly appreciated by both your dealer and American Honda Motor Co., Inc. We want to assist you in every way possible to assure your complete satisfaction with your purchase.
  • Page 39 Zone Offce Locations MIDWEST ZONE OFFICE NORTHEAST ZONE OFFICE American Honda Motor Co.. Inc. American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Customer Relations Department NORTHWEST ZONE OFFICE Customer Relations Department PO 90x 22 (includes Alaska) PO Box 749 Greendale, Wisconsion 53129 American...
  • Page 40 When you write or call, please provide the following information: • Model and serial numbers • Name of the dealer who sold the Honda power equipment to you • Name and address of the dealer who services your equipment •...
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  • Page 45 POM53490 Kinko’s 50.2002.05 31ZB4600 Printed on 00X31-ZB4-6000 PRINTED IN U.S.A. Recycled Paper...

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