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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. If a problem should arise, or
MANUEL DE L’UTILISATEUR
if you have any questions about your engine, consult an
authorized Honda servicing dealer.
MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO
All information in this publication
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08/09/29 18:30:19 32Z5K603_002 SAFETY INFORMATION COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATION FUEL FILLER CAP Understand the operation of all controls and learn how to stop the engine quickly in case of emergency. Make sure the operator FUEL TANK receives adequate instruction before operating the equipment. Do not allow children to operate the engine. Keep children and pets away from the area of operation. Your engine’s exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide. Do not run the engine without adequate ventilat
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08/09/29 18:30:44 32Z5K603_003 FEATURES BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS OIL ALERT SYSTEM (applicable types) IS YOUR ENGINE READY TO GO? ‘‘Oil Alert is a registered trademark in the United States’’ For your safety, and to maximize the service life of your The Oil Alert system is designed to prevent engine damage equipment, it is very important to take a few moments before you caused by an insufficient amount of oil in the crankcase. Before operate the engine to check its condition. Be sure to take care o
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08/09/29 18:31:09 32Z5K603_004 OPERATION To restart a warm engine, leave the choke lever or choke rod in the OPEN position. SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS Some engine applications use a remote-mounted choke control Before operating the engine for the first time, please review the rather than the engine-mounted choke lever shown here. Refer SAFETY INFORMATION section on page 2 and the BEFORE to the instructions provided by the equipment manufacturer. OPERATION CHECKS on page 3 . 3. Move the throttle
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08/09/29 18:31:36 32Z5K603_005 5. Operate the starter. STOPPING THE ENGINE RECOIL STARTER To stop the engine in an emergency, simply turn the engine switch to the OFF position. Under normal conditions, use the following Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance, then pull procedure. Refer to the instructions provided by the equipment briskly in the direction of the arrow as shown below. Return the manufacturer. starter grip gently. 1. Move the throttle lever to the MIN. position. S
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08/09/29 18:31:44 32Z5K603_006 SETTING ENGINE SPEED Position the throttle lever for the desired engine speed. Some engine applications use a remote-mounted throttle control rather than the engine-mounted throttle lever shown here. Refer to the instructions provided by the equipment manufacturer. For engine speed recommendations, refer to the instructions provided with the equipment powered by this engine. THROTTLE LEVER M MIIN N.. M MA AX X.. M MIIN N.. M MA AX X.. 6 ENGLISH
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08/09/29 18:32:12 32Z5K603_007 SERVICING YOUR ENGINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD (3) Each First Every 3 Every 6 Every Refer Good maintenance is essential for safe, economical and trouble- Perform at every Use Month Months Months Year to indicated month or or or or or Page free operation. It will also help reduce pollution. operating hour interval, 20 Hrs 50 Hrs 100 Hrs 300 Hrs whichever comes first. ITEM Improper maintenance, or failure to correct a
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08/09/29 18:32:34 32Z5K603_008 REFUELING 2. Add fuel to the bottom of the maximum fuel level limit of the fuel tank. Do not overfill. Wipe up spilled fuel before starting the Recommended Fuel engine. M MA AX XIIM MU UM M Unleaded gasoline F FU UE EL L L LE EV VE EL L U.S. Pump octane rating 86 or higher Except U.S. Research octane rating 91 or higher Pump octane rating 86 or higher This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher (a research octa
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08/09/29 18:33:04 32Z5K603_009 Oil Level Check 4. Install the oil filler cap/dipstick and tighten securely. OIL FILLER CAP/ Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and in a level DIPSTICK position. 1. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe it clean. 2. Insert the oil filler cap/dipstick into the oil filler neck as shown, WASHER but do not screw it in, then remove it to check the oil level. OIL LEVEL 3. If the oil level is near or below the lower limit mark on the dipstick, fill w
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08/09/29 18:33:32 32Z5K603_010 Oil Change AIR CLEANER Drain the used oil while 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 1. Place a suitable container below the reduction case to catch the SCHEDULE (see page 7 ). used oil, then remove the oil filler cap/dipstick, the drain plug
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08/09/29 18:34:01 32Z5K603_011 6. Reassemble the air cleaner, and tighten the wing nut securely. 5. Clean the air filter elements if they are to be reused. SINGLE-FILTER ELEMENT TYPE OIL-BATH TYPE Paper air filter element: Tap the filter element several times on a WING NUT WING NUT CAP hard surface to remove dirt, or blow compressed air [not AIR AIR exceeding 207 kPa (2.1 kgf/cm , 30 psi)] through the filter CLEANER CLEANER COVER element from the inside. Never try to brush off dirt; brushing wil
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08/09/29 18:34:28 32Z5K603_012 SEDIMENT CUP SPARK PLUG Cleaning Recommended Spark Plugs: BPR6ES (NGK) W20EPR-U (DENSO) The recommended spark plug has the correct heat range for normal engine operating temperatures. Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive, and you can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. An incorrect spark plug can cause engine damage. Stop engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away. If the engine has been running, let it cool before servicing the Handle fuel o
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08/09/29 18:35:02 32Z5K603_013 SPARK ARRESTER (applicable types) HELPFUL TIPS & SUGGESTIONS The spark arrester may be standard or an optional part, depending STORING YOUR ENGINE on the engine type. In some areas, it is illegal to operate an engine without a spark arrester. Check local laws and regulations. A spark Storage Preparation arrester is available from authorized Honda servicing dealers. Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your engine trouble-free and looking good. The fo
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08/09/29 18:35:31 32Z5K603_014 Draining the Fuel Tank and Carburetor Storage Precautions If your engine will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank and carburetor, it is important to reduce the hazard of gasoline vapor ignition. Select a well-ventilated storage area away from any Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive, and you appliance that operates with a flame, such as a furnace, water can be burned or seriously injured when handling heater, or clothes dryer. Also avoid any area with a
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08/09/29 18:35:51 32Z5K603_015 TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS FUSE REPLACEMENT (applicable types) ENGINE WILL Possible Cause Correction The electric starter relay circuit and battery charging circuit are NOT START protected by a fuse. If the fuse burns out, the electric starter will 1. Electric Battery Recharge battery. not operate. The engine can be started manually if the fuse burns starting discharged. out, but running the engine will not charge the battery. (applicable types): Fuse burnt
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08/09/29 18:36:23 32Z5K603_016 TECHNICAL INFORMATION Remote Control Linkage Serial Number Location The throttle and choke control levers are provided with holes for Record the engine serial optional cable attachment. The following illustrations show number in the space below. You installation examples for a solid wire cable and for a flexible, will need this information when braided wire cable. If using a flexible, braided wire cable, add a ordering parts and when return spring as shown. making
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08/09/29 18:36:45 32Z5K603_017 Carburetor Modifications for High Altitude Operation Emission Control System Information At high altitude, the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will be Source of Emissions too rich. Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption will The combustion process produces carbon monoxide, oxides of increase. A very rich mixture will also foul the spark plug and nitrogen, and hydrocarbons. Control of hydrocarbons and oxides cause hard starting. Operation at an altitud
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08/09/29 18:37:13 32Z5K603_018 Air Index Specifications (Models certified for sale in California) GX240/GX270 (PTO shaft type S, with fuel tank) An Air Index Information label is applied to engines certified to an Length Width 355 430 422 mm emission durability time period in accordance with the Height (14.016.916.6in) requirements of the California Air Resources Board. Dry mass [weight] 25.0 kg (55.1 lbs) Engine type 4-stroke, overhead valve, single cylinder The bar graph is intended to provide
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08/09/29 18:37:37 32Z5K603_019 Tuneup Specifications GX240/GX270/GX340/GX390 Wiring Diagrams ITEM SPECIFICATION MAINTENANCE With Oil Alert and Electric Starter Spark plug gap 0.7 0.8 mm Refer to page: 12 (0.028 0.031 in) Idle speed 1,400 150 rpm Refer to page: 13 Valve clearance IN: 0.15 0.02 mm See your (cold) EX: 0.20 0.02 mm authorized Honda dealer Other No other adjustments needed. specifications Quick Reference Information Fuel Unleaded gasoline (Refer to page 8) U.S. Pump octane ratin
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08/09/29 18:38:09 32Z5K603_020 CONSUMER INFORMATION Canada: Honda Canada, Inc. DISTRIBUTOR/DEALER LOCATOR INFORMATION 715 Milner Avenue Toronto, ON United States, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands: M1B 2K8 Call (800) 426-7701 or visit our website: www.honda-engines.com Telephone: (888) 9HONDA9 Toll free (888) 946-6329 Canada: (416) 299-3400 Local Toronto dialing area Call (888) 9HONDA9 Facsimile: (877) 939-0909 Toll free or visit our website: www.honda.ca (416) 287-4776 Local Toronto dialing
