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Honda EXW171S Owner's Manual

Honda EXW171S Owner's Manual

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  • Page 3 Thank you for purchasing This manual covers the operation generator/welder. All information 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 No part of this publication This manual should...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS 1. GENERATOR/WELDER SAFETY n...! .....a... 2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 3. PRE-OPERATION CHECK ............4.
  • Page 5 TO ENSURE SAFE OPERATION Place the generator/welder snow. If the generator/welder fire may result. To prevent fire hazards generator/welder at least 1 meter (3 feet) away from buildings equipment during operation. generator/welder. Children and pets must be kept away from the area of operation possibility of electric Know...
  • Page 6 Q Gasoline extremely conditions. 0 Refuel in a well-ventilated or allow flames or sparks stored. 0 Do not over-W the fuel tarnk. After closed properly and securely. @ Be careful not to spill fuel when ignite. If any fuel is spilled, engine.
  • Page 7 Read these labels before you operate the generator/welder. HONDA MOTOR CO.. LTD. MADE IN JAPAN 0 BE SURE TO FILL CRANKCASE CURRENT RANGE...
  • Page 8 WARNING : TO PKVENT SEVERE EKCTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT INSERT FINGERS OR OBIECTS INTO THE WELDER TERMINALS. STOP ENGINE BEFORE REFUELING. PARAR MOTOR ANTES DE ECHAR.

  • Page 9: Component Identification

    2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION w-s... RUBBER FRON T MAINTENANCE CbVER OIL FILLER CAP- CURRENT CONTROL KNOB AC RECEPTACLES ~!SITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERM’INAL (WELD TERMINAL) (WELD TERMINAL)
  • Page 10 ’ ENGINE SWITCH (Interlocked with fuel valve) UPPER MAINTENANCE COVER FUEL TANK MAINTENANCE REAR MAINTENANCE AIR CLEANER...

  • Page 11: Pre-Operation Check

    Check the generator/welder Engine CAUTION: Engine oil is a major factor service life. Nondetergent recommended because Honda 4-stroke equivalent high-detergent, quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed U.S. automobile turer’s requirements Classification SE ‘or classified SE or SF will show this designation on the container.
  • Page 12 Fuel Check the fuel gauge and refill the tank if the fuel level is low. Do not fill above the UPPER LEVEL line. Use automotive gasoline with a pump octane number (y) higher, or a research octane number.of 91 or higher (unleaded is preferred to minimize combustion Never use an oil/gasoline or water in the fuel tank.
  • Page 13 Gasolines Containing If you decide to use a gasoline containing octane rating is at least as high as that recommended two types of “gasohol”: methanol. Do not use gasohol that contains more than 10% ethanol. Do not use gasoline containing not also contain cosolvents use gasoline containing and corrosion inhibitors.
  • Page 14 Check the Battery The electrolyte level must be maintained level marks. If the electrolyte water. a Protect your eyes, sulphuric acid. Antidote: Drink large quantities beaten egg, or vegetable with water and get prompt Do not smoke or allow flames charging.
  • Page 15 Air Cleaner Check the air cleaner element to be sure it is clean and in good condition. Clean or replace the element if necessary (page 30). CAUTION: Never run the engine without the air cleaner. Rapid engine wear will result from contaminants, such as dust and dirt, being drawn through the carburetor,...
  • Page 16 NOTE: When starting after long-term storage, or after running out of fuel, turn the engine switch to the position, then wait for 10 to! 20 seconds before starting the “ON” engine. 1. Turn off the AC circuit breaker. 2. Make sure the auto-throttle for warm up.
  • Page 17 3. Turn the engine switch to the START position and hold it there until the engine starts. NOTE: Do not use the electric starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, release the switch and wait 10 seconds before operating the starter again.
  • Page 18 Counn@ctions for standby must be made by a qu.naRiffied e0ecUrician aund rvwst compPy with laws arid electrica codes. Uunnproper conndctions from the geuneraton to bad&m! rent may e8ectrocute utility during a power outage, and whew may expbde, bum, or cause Auto-throttle System With the switch in the AUTO position, engine speed is automatically...
  • Page 19 Oil Alert System The Oil Alert system is designed to prevent engine damage caused by an in- sufficient amount of oil in the crankcase. 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). 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 20 AC operation 1. Start the engine. 2. Turn the AC/DC (Weld) selector switch to AC position. CAUTION: Under no circumstances be plugged into any of the AC receptacles (WELD) position. AC voltage regardless of the position this selector is in the DC (WELD) and fluctuates considerably.
  • Page 21 WELDING Welding is potentially be attempted by a trained welding techniques and safety safety rules on pages 3, 4, 5 and 6 of this manual. 1. Put the Engine Switch in the OFF position. Turn the AC circuit breaker off and remove any plugs from the AC receptacles. CAUTION: Voltage is present...
  • Page 22 2. Connect the welding cables to the welqer’s DC terminals (See page 23 and 24). CAUTION: Failure to use the proper gauge cable may lead to painful burns and/or damage to equipment. See table 01) page 23. WELDER’S DC TERMINALS 3.
  • Page 23 4. Turn the AC/DC (WELD) selector to the DC (WELD) position. CAUTION: To avoid accidental the object to be welded, cable should be held in the operator’s tor is turned Under no circumstances ged into any of the AC receptacles (WELD) position.
  • Page 24 5. Set the current adjustment knob to theiproper current level for the job being done (See page 23). CURRiNT ADJUSTMENT KNOB...
  • Page 25 SELECTING THE CORRECT Measure the thickness table below to select the proper electrode size and current setting. PLATE THICKNESS IN INCHES UPTO 3/16 UPTO ABOVE ABOVE NOTE: Always make you have chosen the correct electrode and current setting. WELDING CABLE SELECTION The table below shows the current carrying capacity of various lengths and gauges of standard copper welding cable.
  • Page 26 POLARITY SELECTION The welding terminals Changing the polarity of the cables will affect the weld. The correct polarity selection is dependent on the type of electrode you are using and the type of material you are welding; mendations for best results. For straight polarity, and attach the work cable to the positive, terminal.

  • Page 27: Stopping The Engine

    6.’ STOPPING THE ENGINE NOTE: To stop the engine in an emergency, turn the engine switch to the OFF position. In normal use: 1. Move the AC circuit breaker to the OFF position. CIRCUIT BREAKER 2. Turn the engine switch to the OFF position. ENGINE.SWITCH...
  • Page 28 High altitude operation At high altitude, the standard carburetor airlfuel mixture will be excessively rich. Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption High altitude performance main fuel jet in the carburetor and readjusting the pilot screw. If you always operate the generator/welder level, have your authorized carburetor modifications.

  • Page 29: Maintenance

    Periodic maintenance generator/welder in good operating condition. spection scheduled in the table on the following Shut off the engine engine must be run, make sure the area is well ventilated. Exhaust contains poisonous loss of consciousness CAUTION: only maintenance or repair. quality may damage Tool kit...
  • Page 30 Maintenance Schedule REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD ITEM Perform at every indicated month or operating hour interval, whichever comes first. Engine oil Check level Change Air cleaner Check Clean Check level Battery electrolyte Check level and gravity Sediment cup Clean Spark plug Clean-Reediust 1 Spark arrester Clean...
  • Page 31 Changing Drain the oil while the engine, is still warm to assure rapid and complete draining. 1. Open the front maintenance 2. Remove the drain bolt and filler cap, and drain the oil. Retighten the bolt securely. 3. Refill with the recommended 4.
  • Page 32 Air Cleaner Service A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to ,the carburetor. buretor malfunction, more frequently when operating the generator/welder areas. raml Never use gasoline air cleaner element. A fire or explosion CAUTION: Never run the generator/welder engine wear will result...
  • Page 33 Spark Plug Service Recommended spark plug: To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits. Emtm The muffler ficiently hot to inflict Remove the spark plug cap. Clean any dirt from around the spark plug base. Use the wrench supplied in the tool kit to remove the PLUG Visually inspect the spark plug.
  • Page 34 6. Check that the spark plug washer is in good condition, spark plug in by hand to prevent cross-threading. 7. 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 seats to compress the washer.
  • Page 35 Spark Arrester Maintenance This generator/welder which requires periodic maintenance in some areas to operate an engine without laws and regulations. The muffler for a while after stopping while it is hot. Allow CAUTION: The spark arrester tain its efficiency. 1. Remove the right side cover and handle by removing the nine 6 mm bolts.’...
  • Page 36 Sediment Cup Cleaning The sediment cup prevents dirt or water which may be in the fuel tank from entering the carburetor. sediment cup should be cleaned. 1. Open the left side maintenance 2. Turn the engine switch to the OFF position. by turning it counterclockwise.
  • Page 37 Battery Electrolyte Level Check Open the left maintenance battery cell. Fill the battery Never overfill the battery. Any corrosion around the positive and negative terminals should be washed off with a solution of baking soda and warm water. Dry the terminals and retighten the terminal bolts if necessary, then coat the terminals with grease.
  • Page 38 Fuse Replacement The fuse holder is located on the battery dontainer. 1. Turn the engine switch to the OFF posi;tion. 2. Open the left side maintenance replace the fuse. The specified fuses are 1 A, 5A, IOA. CAUTION: If frequent fuse failure blem before attempting...

  • Page 39: Transporting/Storage

    To prevent severe transporting,the generator/welder When transporting fuel valve to the OFF position, prevent fuel spillage. Before storing the unit for an extended oeriod: 1. Be sure the storage area is free of 2. Drain the fuel- a. Open rear cover.
  • Page 40 When the engine will not start: 1 Is there fuel in the Is the battery fully charged? in the engine? Is there a spark from the spark plug? Bf any fuel has been spilled, make sure the wee is dry before testing spark...
  • Page 41 No electricity at the AC receptacles: Is the AC circuit breaker Check the electrical appliance or equip- ment for any defects When the welding arc is weak: Is the cable size correct? 1 YES Is the proper elect- rode being used? NO DEFECTS DEFECTS...
  • Page 42 Maximum 910 x 539 x 695 182 x 64 mm (3.2 x 2.5 in)] C.D.I. BPR-5ES-11 current rate diameter 3/32, Output EXW171S mm (35.8 x 20.9 x 27.4 137 kg (302.0 GX340 cc (20.6 cu in) 8.0 : 1 3600 r.p.m.

  • Page 43: Wiring Diagram

    11. WIRING DIAGRAM...
  • Page 44 12. WA Owner Satisfaction Your satisfaction and goodwill Honda warranty details are explained in the Distributor’s Normally, any problems concerning dealer’s service department. been handled to your satisfaction, action: Discuss your problem with a member of dealership management. complaints can be quickly already been reviewed with the Service Manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the General Manager.
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