Honda GXV160 Owner's Manual
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07/05/01 15:42:38 32Z4P600_001
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a Honda engine. We want to help you to
get the best results from your new engine and to operate it safely.
This manual contains information on how to do that; please read it
carefully before operating the engine. If a problem should arise, or
if you have any questions about your engine, consult an
authorized Honda servicing dealer.
All information in this publication is based on the latest 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 incurring any obligation. No part of this publication may
be reproduced without written permission.
This manual should be considered a permanent part of the engine
and should remain with the engine if resold.
Review the instructions provided with the equipment powered by
this engine for any additional information regarding engine
startup, shutdown, operation, adjustments or any special
maintenance instructions.
United States, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands:
We suggest you read the warranty policy to fully understand its
coverage and your responsibilities of ownership. The warranty
policy is a separate document that should have been given to you
by your dealer.
SAFETY MESSAGES
Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have
provided important safety messages in this manual and on the
engine. Please read these messages carefully.
A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt
you or others. Each safety message is preceded by a safety alert
symbol
and one of three words, DANGER, WARNING, or
CAUTION.
These signal words mean:
Each message tells you what the hazard is, what can happen, and
what you can do to avoid or reduce injury.
DAMAGE PREVENTION MESSAGES
You will also see other important messages that are preceded by
the word NOTICE.
This word means:
Your engine or other property can be damaged if you
don't follow instructions.
The purpose of these messages is to help prevent damage to your
engine, other property, or the environment.
2005 Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
37Z4P602
00X37-Z4P-6020
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don't follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don't follow instructions.
You CAN be HURT if you don't follow
instructions.
All Rights Reserved
GXV160UH2
OWNER'S MANUAL
MANUEL DE L'UTILISATEUR
MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO
GXV160
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
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SAFETY MESSAGES
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COMPONENT & CONTROL
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BEFORE OPERATION
CHECKS
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SAFE OPERATING
PRECAUTIONS
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MAINTENANCE
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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
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REFUELING
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ENGINE OIL
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Oil Level Check
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Oil Change
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AIR CLEANER
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Inspection
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Cleaning
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ENGLISH
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SPARK PLUG
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SPARK ARRESTER
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HELPFUL TIPS &
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SUGGESTIONS
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STORING YOUR ENGINE .11
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TRANSPORTING
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TAKING CARE OF
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UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION .14
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Serial Number Location
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Remote Control Linkage
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Carburetor Modifications for
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High Altitude Operation
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Emission Control System
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Information
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Air Index
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Specifications
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Tuneup Specifications
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Quick Reference
Information
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.7
Wiring Diagrams
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CONSUMER INFORMATION .18
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Distributor/Dealer Locator
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Information
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Information
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
07/05/01 15:42:38 32Z4P600_001 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Honda engine. We want to help you to get the best results from your new engine and to operate it safely. OWNER’S MANUAL This manual contains information on how to do that; please read it carefully before operating the engine. -
Page 2: Safety Information
SAFETY LABEL LOCATION (applicable types) This label warns you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read it carefully. If the label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer for replacement. For Canadian types only: STARTER GRIP... -
Page 3: Before Operation Checks
07/05/01 15:43:31 32Z4P600_003 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. -
Page 4: Operation
07/05/01 15:43:55 32Z4P600_004 OPERATION STARTING THE ENGINE SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS Move the fuel valve lever to the ON position. Before operating the engine for the first time, please review the FUEL VALVE LEVER SAFETY INFORMATION section on page and the BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS on page . -
Page 5: Setting Engine Speed
07/05/01 15:44:06 32Z4P600_005 Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance, then pull SETTING ENGINE SPEED briskly in the direction of the arrow as shown below. Return the starter grip gently. Position the control lever for the desired engine speed. Direction to pull CONTROL LEVER The control lever shown here will be connected to a remote... -
Page 6: Stopping The Engine
07/05/01 15:44:18 32Z4P600_006 STOPPING THE ENGINE Turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position. To stop the engine in an emergency, simply turn the control lever to the OFF position. Under normal conditions, use the following procedure. Refer to the instructions provided by the equipment manufacturer. -
Page 7: Servicing Your Engine
MAINTENANCE SAFETY Some of the most important safety precautions follow. However, These items should be serviced by your Honda servicing we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in dealer, unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically performing maintenance. -
Page 8: Recommended Oil
07/05/01 15:45:14 32Z4P600_008 REFUELING ENGINE OIL Recommended Fuel Oil is a major factor affecting performance and service life. Use Unleaded gasoline 4-stroke automotive detergent oil. U.S. Pump octane rating 86 or higher Except U.S. Research octane rating 91 or higher Recommended Oil Pump octane rating 86 or higher Use 4-stroke motor oil that... - Page 9 07/05/01 15:45:38 32Z4P600_009 Oil Change AIR CLEANER Drain the used oil when the engine is warm. Warm oil drains A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor, reducing quickly and completely. engine performance. If you operate the engine in very dusty areas, clean the air filter more often than specified in the MAINTENANCE Place a suitable container below the engine to catch the used oil, SCHEDULE.
- Page 10 Check local laws and regulations. A spark The recommended spark plug has the correct heat range for arrester is available from authorized Honda servicing dealers. normal engine operating temperatures. The spark arrester must be serviced every 100 hours to keep it functioning as designed.
- Page 11 07/05/01 15:46:31 32Z4P600_011 HELPFUL TIPS & SUGGESTIONS Draining the Fuel Tank and Carburetor STORING YOUR ENGINE Storage Preparation Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive, and you Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your engine can be burned or seriously injured when handling trouble-free and looking good.
- Page 12 07/05/01 15:46:48 32Z4P600_012 Engine Oil Removal from Storage Check your engine as described in the BEFORE OPERATION Change the engine oil (see page CHECKS section of this manual (see page ). Remove the spark plug (see page If the fuel was drained during storage preparation, fill the tank with fresh gasoline.
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Page 13: Taking Care Of Unexpected Problems
(Flywheel brake types: flywheel brake lever to RELEASED position.) Take engine to Fuel filter Replace or repair an authorized restricted, faulty components Honda carburetor as necessary. servicing malfunction, dealer, or refer ignition to shop malfunction, manual. valves stuck, etc. ENGINE LACKS... - Page 14 07/05/01 15:47:21 32Z4P600_014 TECHNICAL INFORMATION WIRE CABLE types: CONTROL LEVER Serial Number Location Record the engine serial number, type and purchase date in the space below. You will need this information when ordering parts and when making technical or warranty inquiries.
- Page 15 The following instructions and procedures must be followed in order to keep the emissions from your Honda engine within the emission standards. Tampering and Altering Tampering with or altering the emission control system may increase emissions beyond the legal limit.
- Page 16 07/05/01 15:48:01 32Z4P600_016 Air Index Specifications An Air Index Information hang tag/label is applied to engines GXV160 (PTO shaft type N1) certified to an emission durability time period in accordance with Length Width 357 mm the requirements of the California Air Resources Board.
- Page 17 07/05/01 15:48:11 32Z4P600_017 Quick Reference Information Wiring Diagrams Fuel Unleaded gasoline (Refer to page 8) U.S. Pump octane rating 86 or higher Except Research octane rating 91 or higher U.S. Pump octane rating 86 or higher Engine oil SAE 10W-30, API SJ or later, for general use. Refer to page 8.
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Page 18: Customer Service
If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership’s All Other Areas: management, contact the Honda Regional Engine Distributor for Please contact the Honda distributor in your area for assistance. your area. If you are still dissatisfied after speaking with the Regional Engine Distributor, you may contact the Honda Office as shown.