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Honda GXV270 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Click SAVE to save this manual to your computer. Thank you for choosing Honda.
  • Page 2 GXV270.340 OWNER'S MANUAL CO., 1985 HONDA MOTOR LTD. I - .
  • Page 3 Thank you for purchasing a Honda engine. This manual covers t h e operation and maintenance of GXV270 GXV340 engines and is based on both electric and manual starting. The DA type is equipped for manual star- ting only. All information in this publication is based on the latest product information available a t the time of printing.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION BATTERY CONNECTIONS (for electric starter) REMOTE CONTROL LINKAGE PRE-OPERATION CHECK STARTING THE ENGINE OPERATION STOPPING THE ENGINE High altitude operation MAINTENANCE TRANSPORTING/STORAGE TROUBLESHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS WARRANTY SERVICE...

  • Page 5: Operation 1

    To ensure safe operation To prevent fire hazards and engine at least ft away from buildings and other equipment during operation. Do not place flammable objects such as gasoline, matches, etc., close t o t h e engine while Refuel a well-ventilated area with flam,mable and explosive under certain conditions.

  • Page 6: Component Identification

    COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION RECOIL STARTER AND ENGINE TYPE STARTER GRIP FUEL FILLER CAP AIR CLEANER OIL F>LLER CAP ELECTRIC STARTER OIL DRAIN PLUG (DAE type)

  • Page 7: Battery Connections (For Electric Starter)

    BATTERY CONNECTIONS Use a 12 volt battery with an ampere-hour rating of at least Connect the battery positive shown. Connect the battery negative bolt, or other good engine ground connection. Check the battery cable connections t o be sure the cables are secured and free of corrosion.

  • Page 8: Remote Control Linkage

    4. REMOTE CONTROL LINKAGE The control lever is provided with hole for cable attachment. InstaJ a solid wire cable as shown below. Do not use braided wire cable. I t I 5 x 1 6 m m bo't...

  • Page 9: Engine Oil

    1. ENGINE OIL CAUTION: Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service life. Non-detergent oils and vegetable oils are not recommended. Be sure to check the engine on a level surface with the engine stopped. Use Honda 4-stroke oil or equivalent high-detergent, premium quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed U.S.

  • Page 10: Air Cleaner

    AIR CLEANER Check the air cleaner elements t o be sure they condition. Clean or replace the elements if necessary (page 17). CAUTION: Never run the engine without the air cleaner. Rapid engine wear will result. are clean and in good PAPER ELEMENT FOAM ELEMENT...
  • Page 11 Re careful not to spill ignite. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before starting the engine. GXV270 2.0 l Fuel tank capacity: GXV340 2.3 with a pump octane number or higher (unleaded fuel is when refueling.
  • Page 12 GASOLINES CONTAINING 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 t w o types "gasohol" one containing ethanol, and that containing methanol. Do not use gasohol that contains more than gasoline containing methanol (methyl contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors for methanol.

  • Page 13: Starting The Engine

    6 . STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Turn the fuel valve to the ON position. CHOKE Move control lever to the position. high, NOTE: If the engine is warm or the air temperature move the con- CHOKE trol lever away from the position as soon as the engine starts.
  • Page 14 3.. With recoil starter: Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt, then pull briskly. CAUTION: Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter. With electric starter: Turn the engine switch to the START position and hold it there until engine starts.

  • Page 15: Operation

    When the engine warms up, move the control lever from the CHOKE posi- tion to the operating position for the desired engine speed. OIL ALERT BUZZER (oil alert type only) "OIL ALERT" buzzer will warn you before the below the safe limit. If the buzzer sounds, stop the engine and add oil (see page 7 ) .

  • Page 16: High Altitude Operation

    STOPPING ,THE ENGINE Move the control lever to the STOP position. Turn the fuel valve t o t h e OFF position. High altitude operation high altitude, the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture rich. Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption will increase. High altitude performance can be improved by installing main fuel jet in the carburetor and readjusting the operate the engine at altitudes higher than 6,000 feet above sea level, have...

  • Page 17: Maintenance

    The purpose of the maintenance and adjustment schedule is t o keep the engine in good operating condition. Inspect or service as scheduled in the table below. Shut off the engine before performing any maintenance. If the engine must be run, make sure the area is well ventilated. tains poisonous carbon monoxide gas.

  • Page 18: Engine Oil Capacity

    Oil change Drain the oil while the engine is still warm draning. Remove the oil filler cap and drain plug t o drain the oil. 2. Install the drain plug and tighten it securely. 3. Refill with the recommended oil (see page 71 and check the oil level. 4.
  • Page 19 2. Air cleaner service A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor. To prevent car- buretor malfunction, service the quently when operating the engine in extremely dusty areas. Newer use gasoline ar low .flash point solvents for cleaning the air cleaner element.
  • Page 20 3. Spark plug service Recommended spark plug: BPR5ES CAUTION: Never use 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 t o remove the Plug.
  • Page 21 4. Check that the spark spark plug 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: When installing a n e w spark plug, tighten plug seats t o compress the washer.
  • Page 22 4. Spark arrester maintenance (optional part) If the engine has been running, the muffler will be very hot. Allow to cool before proceeding. Remove the three 5 mm screws and remove the muffler protector. Remove the m m n u t s and then remove the identification plate, muffler and gasket.
  • Page 23 5. Carburetor adjustment 1. Start the engine and allow temperature. 2. Place the control lever 3. With the engine idling, turn the pilot screw produces the highest idle rpm. The correct setting proximately 1-3/4 turns out from the fully closed position. CAUTION: Do not tighten the pilot screw against its seat;...

  • Page 24: Transporting/Storage

    TRAMSPORTING/STORAGE When transporting the engine, turn position and keep the engine level t a prevent fuel spillage. Fuel vapor or 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. 2.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    Engine will not start using recoil starter: Is the control lever in the CHOKE position?. Is the fuel valve ON? Is there fuel in the fuel tank? 4. Is gasoline reaching the carburetor? To check, loosen the drain screw with the fuel valve on. Ewam If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area spark plug...
  • Page 26 Engine will not start using electric starter: Are the battery cables securely connected and free of corrosion? the battery fully charged? 3. If the starter motor operates but the engine troubleshooting procedures described under recoil starter operation. will not start, follow the...

  • Page 27: Specifications 2

    Max. output torque 1.8 kg-m/2,500 rpm Max. Fuel consumption system Ignition system PTO shaft rotation 12. SPECIFICATIONS GXV270 GJOI 410 x 385 405 mm 430 (1 6.1 x 15.2 x 15.9 (61.7 4-strolte, overhead valve, single cylinder 58 mm 2.3in)l 182 (3.0 x...

  • Page 28: Warranty Service

    13. WARRANTY SERVICE Owner Satisfaction Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to us. All Honda warranty details are explained in the Distributor‘s Limited Warranty. Warranty service is available at any dealership displaying the Honda Power Equipment Engines sign. To locate dealers in your area, look in the yellow pages of your telephone directory under Gasoline Engines, Garden &...
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