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Honda EG3500X Owner's Manual

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  • Page 3 EG3500X generators. part of the generator and remain with of severe personal injury or loss of life of personal injury or equlpment is designed to give safe and dependable Read and understand the Owner’s...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS CONTENTS 1. CAUTION LABEL LOCATION..2. GENERATOR SAFETY..3. COMPONENT IIJENTIFICATION..4. PRE-OPERATION CHECK..5. STARTING THE ENGINE ... 6. GENERATOR USE ... 7. STOPPING THE ENGINE..9 High altitude operation ... 8. MAINTENANCE ... 9.

  • Page 5: Caution Label Location

    1. CAUTION LABEL LOCATION HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD. MADE IN JAPAN Q...
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  • Page 7: Generator Safety

    To ensure safe operation Place the generator at least lm (3 ft) away from buildings or other equipment when operating the generator. Operate the generator If the generator is tilted, fuel spillage may result. Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide. Never run the generator in an enclosed area.

  • Page 8: Component Iijentification

    3. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION CHOKE LEVER FUEL VALVE CARBUR DRAlN S SEDkENt RECOIL STARTER GRIP OIL ALERT VOLTAGE SELECTOR LAMP SWITCH ENGINE SWITCH AC CIRCUIT BREAKER AC RECEPTACLER ENGINE OIL-FILLER CAP ENG‘INE OIL DRAIN PLUG...

  • Page 9: Ground Terminal

    GASOLINE FILLER CAP GROUND TERMINAL AIR CLEANER RK PLUG...

  • Page 10: Pre-Operation Check

    4. BRE-OPERATION CHECK ENGINE OIL CAUTION : Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance Non-detergent oils and vegetable Be sure to check the engine on a level surface with the angina stopped. Use Honda 4-stroke oil, or an equivalent high detergent premium quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed U.S.

  • Page 11: Fuel Filler Cap

    FUEL Use any regular grade automotive gasoline (unleaded gasoline is preferred) with a pump octane rating of 88 or higher. Never use an oil/gasoline in the fuel tank. CAUTION : Gasoline substitutes fuel system components. Gasoline is extremely Refuel in a well ventilated Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area where the engine is refueled or where gasoline is stored.
  • Page 12 GASOLINES CONTAINING If you decide to use a gasoline containing rating is at feast as high as that recommended “gasohol” : that containing ethanol, and that containing methanol. Do not use gasohol that contains more than 10% ethanol. containing methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) that does not also contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors for methanol.

  • Page 13: Choke Lever

    Make sure the AC circuit breaker is OFF position. 1. Turn the fuel valve to the ON position. 2. Move the choke lever to the CLOSE position. NOTE : Do not use the choke if the engine is warm or the air temperature 5.

  • Page 14: Engine Switch

    3, Turn the engine switch to the ON position. ENGINE SWITCH 4. Pull the starter grip lightly until1 resistance is felt, then pull briskly. CAUTION : Do not allow the starter grip to snap beck against the engine. Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter.
  • Page 15 5. As the engine warm up, gently turn the choke lever to OPEN position. CHOKE LEVER...

  • Page 16: Generator Use

    6. GENERATOR USE prevent electrical shock Connect a length of heavy wire between the ground terminal and the ground source. CAUTION : 0 Limit operation requiring maximum power to 30 minutes. For continuous operation, In either caaa, the total wattage Do not exceed the current Do not connect the generator damage to the generator.

  • Page 17: Ac Circuit Breaker

    2. Plug in the appliance. 3. Switch on the AC circuit breaker. This generator is equipped with an AVR (Automatic Voltage Regulator) for stable voltage supply. AC CIRCUIT BREAKER PLUG...
  • Page 18 Oil Alert Syetem The oil Alert system is designed to prevent engine damage caused by an insufficient amount of oil in the crankcase. limit, the Oil Alert system will automatically will remain in the OK position). If the Oil Alert system shuts down the engine, the Oil Alert lamp will flash when you operate the starter, and the engine will not run.

  • Page 19: Stopping The Engine

    7. STOPPING THE ENGINE To stop the engine in an emergency, turn the engine switch OFF. In normal use : 1. Turn the AC circuit breaker OFF position. AC CIRCUIT BREAKER 2. Turn the engine switch OFF position. ENGINE SWITCH...

  • Page 20: High Altitude Operation

    3. Turn the fuel valve OFF position. High altitude operation At high altitude, the standard carburetor Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption High altitude performance fuel jet in the carburetor generator at altitudes higher than 6,000 feet above sea level, have your authorized Honda Generator dealer perform these carburetor modifications.

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    The purpose of the maintenance the best operating condition. Inspect or service as scheduled in the table below. Shut off the engine before performing must be run, make sure the area is well ventilated. carbon monoxide gas. CAUTION : Use only genuine HONDA parts or their equivalent. replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may damage the generator.
  • Page 22 Tool kit The tools supplied are necessary for performing adjustments and repairs. Always keep the kit with the generator. lOxl2mm WRENCH PLUG WRENCH HANDLE BAR some periodic maintenance, SCREWDRIVER DRIVER HANDLE TOOL BAG simple...

  • Page 23: Engine Oil Capacity

    Changing oil Drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and complete draining. 1. Remove the drain plug and filler cap, and drain the oil. 2. Refill with the recommended ENGINE OIL CAPACITY DRAIN- PLUG CAUTION: Used motor oil may cause skin cancer if repeatedly the skin for prolonged periods.

  • Page 24: Air Cleaner Cover

    Air cleaner service A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor. malfunction, service the air cleaner regularly. gasoline Never usa or low flash point A fire or explosion could result. CAUTION : Never run the generator 1. Remove the wing nut and the air cleaner cover. Remove the elements and separate them.

  • Page 25: Sediment Cup

    Sediment cup cleaning Turn the fuel valve to OFF. Remove the sediment cup and O-ring, and wash them in Dry them throughly, and reinstall, securely. nonflammable or high flash point solvent. Turn the fuel valve ON, and check for leaks. FUEL VALVE .wiiY.kFY SEDIMENT CUP...
  • Page 26 service Spark plug Recommended spark plug ; BPRSES (NGK) WlGEPR-U CAUTION : Never use a spark plug of incorrect lo 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. If the engine has been running, the muffler will be very hot.
  • Page 27 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 compress the washer. NOTE : If installing a new spark plug, tighten l/2 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer.
  • Page 28 Spark arrester maintenance If the engine has been running, the muffler will be very hot. c!imm to cool before proceeding. 1. Remove the eight 5 mm screws @ from the muffler protector muffler protector. 2. Remove the 4mm screw @from arrester from the muffler 0.

  • Page 29: Transporting/Storage

    CAUTION : When transporting switch OFF and keep the generator level to prevent fuel spillage. spilled fuel may ignite. Before storing the unit for an extended period : 1. Assure the storage area is free of excessive hunmidity and dust. 2.
  • Page 30 d. Drain the carburetor 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 the oil, then reinstall the spark plug. 5.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    A. When the engine will not start: 1. Is the engine switch on 1 2. Does the oil alert lamp flash when the starter is pulled ? 3. Is there enough fuel ? 4. Are all loads disconnected 5. Is there a spark at the spark plug ? a.Remove the spark plug cap.
  • Page 32 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. If OK, try to start the engine according to the instructions. 7. If the engine still does not dealer.

  • Page 33: 1. Specifications

    Rated voltage Rated frequency Rated ampere AC output Rated output Maximum output 11. SPECIFICATIONS EG3500X 655 x 460 x 460 mm (25.8 x 18.1 x 18.1 in) 53.5 kg (117.9 GX240 4-stroke, overhead valve, single cylinder 242 cc (14.8 cuin) (73 x 58 mm (2.9 x 2.3 in))

  • Page 34: Wiring Diagram

    12. WIRING DIAGRAM r _._.-. --.-. -..‘.=I‘1 W 1 WHITE 1 Gr 1 GRAY...

  • Page 35: 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. Normally, any problems concerning the product will be handled by your dealer’s service department. If you have a warranty problem that has not been handled to your satisfaction, action: Discuss your problem with a member of dealership management.
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