Honda GXV50 Owner's Manual page 3

FEATURES
Centrifugal Clutch (applicable types)
The centrifugal clutch automatically engages and transmits power
when engine speed is increased above approximately 2,900 rpm.
At idle speed, the clutch is disengaged.
Do not run the engine without mounting it on equipment that
includes the centrifugal clutch drum and housing, or centrifugal
force will cause the clutch shoes to contact and damage the
engine case.
Fuel tank Vent
The cap is provided with a vent knob to seal the fuel tank.
Open the fuel tank vent by turning the vent knob at least 2 or 3
turns conuterclockwise.
O O P P E E N N
C C L L O O S S E E
FUEL CAP
VENT KNOB
FUEL FILLER CAP
BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS
IS YOUR ENGINE READY TO GO?
For your safety, and to maximize the service life of your
equipment, it is very important to take a few moments before you
operate the engine to check its condition. Be sure to take care of
any problem you find, or have your servicing dealer correct it,
before you operate the engine.
Improperly maintaining this engine, or failure to
correct a problem before operation, can cause a
malfunction in which you can be seriously hurt or
killed.
Always perform a preoperation inspection before
each operation, and correct any problem.
Before beginning your preoperation checks, be sure the engine is
level and the engine switch on the equipment is in the OFF
position.
Always check the following items before you start the engine:
Check the General Condition of the Engine
1. Look around and underneath the engine for signs of oil or
gasoline leaks.
2. Remove any excessive dirt or debris, especially around the
muffler and recoil starter.
3. Look for signs of damage.
4. Check that all shields and covers are in place, and all nuts, bolts,
and screws are tightened.
Check the Engine
1. Check the fuel level (see page
help to eliminate or reduce operating interruptions for refueling.
2. Check the engine oil level (see page
with a low oil level can cause engine damage.
3. Check the air filter element (see page
element will restrict air flow to the carburetor, reducing engine
performance.
4. Check the equipment powered by this engine.
Review the instructions provided with the equipment powered
by this engine for any precautions and procedures that should
be followed before engine startup.
ENGLISH
7 ). Starting with a full tank will
8 ). Running the engine
9 ). A dirty air filter
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