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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.
This manual contains information on how to do that; please read it
OWNER’S MANUAL
carefully before operating the engine. If a problem should arise, or
if you have any questions about your engine, consult an
MANUEL DE L’UTILISATEUR
authorized Honda servicing dealer.
MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO
All information in this publication
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05/06/17 17:22:17 32Z4F601_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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05/06/17 17:22:36 32Z4F601_003 FEATURES BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS OIL ALERT SYSTEM (applicable types) IS YOUR ENGINE READY TO GO? The Oil Alert system is designed to prevent engine damage caused by an insufficient amount of oil in the crankcase. Before For your safety, and to maximize the service life of your the oil level in the crankcase can fall below a safe limit, the Oil equipment, it is very important to take a few moments before you Alert system will automatically stop the engine (the engin
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05/06/17 17:22:59 32Z4F601_004 OPERATION 4. Turn the engine switch to the ON position. EXCEPT ELECTRIC ELECTRIC STARTER TYPES SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS STARTER TYPES ON Before operating the engine for the first time, please review the SAFETY INFORMATION section on page 2 and the BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS on page 3 . ENGINE SWITCH Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and even kill you. ON ON Avoid any areas or actions that expose you to carbon ON monoxide. ON Review
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05/06/17 17:23:24 32Z4F601_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. Return the starter grip gently. manufacturer. 1. Move the throttle lever to the MIN. position. S ST TA AR RT TE ER R G GR RIIP P Some engine
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05/06/17 17:23:31 32Z4F601_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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05/06/17 17:23:57 32Z4F601_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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05/06/17 17:24:16 32Z4F601_008 REFUELING Refuel in a well-ventilated area before starting the engine. If the engine has been running, allow it to cool. Refuel carefully to avoid Recommended Fuel spilling fuel. Do not fill the fuel tank completely. Fill tank to Unleaded gasoline approximately 25 mm (1 inch) below the top of the fuel tank to U.S. Pump octane rating 86 or higher allow for fuel expansion. It may be necessary to lower the fuel Except U.S. Research octane rating 91 or higher level dep
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05/06/17 17:24:44 32Z4F601_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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05/06/17 17:25:07 32Z4F601_010 6 : 1 Reduction Case 6 : 1 Reduction Case OIL LEVEL FILLER BOLT 1. Remove the oil-level-check bolt Drain the used oil while the engine is warm. Warm oil drains and washer, and see whether the quickly and completely. oil level is at the edge of the bolt hole. 1. Place a suitable container below the reduction case to catch the used oil, then remove the filler bolt, oil-level-check bolt and 2. If the oil level is below the check washers. bolt hole, remove the filler b
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05/06/17 17:25:32 32Z4F601_011 Cleaning STANDARD DUAL-FILTER- 7. Wipe dirt from the inside of the air cleaner case and cover, using ELEMENT TYPE a moist rag. Be careful to prevent dirt from entering the air duct Dual-Filter-Element Types that leads to the carburetor. WING NUT AIR CLEANER 1. Remove the wing nut from 8. Place the foam air filter element over the paper element, and COVER the air cleaner cover, and reinstall the assembled air filter. Be sure the gasket is in place remove the cover.
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05/06/17 17:26:00 32Z4F601_012 Low Profile Types 4. Move the fuel valve to the ON position, and check for leaks. CLIP AIR CLEANER COVER Replace the O-ring if there is any leakage. 1. Unsnap the air cleaner cover clips, remove the air cleaner SPARK PLUG cover, and remove the air filter element. Recommended Spark Plugs: BPR6ES (NGK) W20EPR-U (DENSO) 2. Wash the element in a solution of household The recommended spark plug is the correct heat range for normal detergent and warm water, engine operat
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05/06/17 17:26:26 32Z4F601_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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05/06/17 17:26:47 32Z4F601_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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06/06/14 16:08:39 32Z4F601_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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05/06/17 17:27:28 32Z4F601_016 TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION Remote Control Linkage TECHNICAL INFORMATION The throttle and choke control levers are provided with holes for optional cable attachment. The following illustrations show Serial Number Location installation examples for a solid wire cable and for a flexible, Record the engine serial braided wire cable. If using a flexible, braided wire cable, add a number, type and purchase return spring as shown. date in the space below. You will n
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05/06/17 17:27:52 32Z4F601_017 Even with carburetor modification, engine horsepower will Emission Control System Information decrease about 3.5% for each 300-meter (1,000-foot) increase in altitude. The effect of altitude on horsepower will be greater than Source of Emissions this if no carburetor modification is made. The combustion process produces carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, and hydrocarbons. Control of hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen is very important because, under certain cond
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05/06/17 17:28:20 32Z4F601_018 Air Index Specifications An Air Index Information hang tag/label is applied to engines GX120 (PTO shaft type S) certified to an emission durability time period in accordance with Length Width 297 341 318 mm the requirements of the California Air Resources Board. Height (11.713.412.5in) Dry weight 13.0 kg (28.7 lbs) The bar graph is intended to provide you, our customer, the ability Engine type 4-stroke, overhead valve, single cylinder to compare the emissions perfo
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06/06/14 16:08:56 32Z4F601_019 Quick Reference Information Wiring Diagrams Fuel Unleaded gasoline (Refer to page 8) With Oil Alert and Electric Starter 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 SL, for general use. Refer to page 8. Reduction Same oil to engine oil, see above (applicable case oil types). Spark plug BPR6ES (NGK) W20EPR-U (DENSO) Maintenance Before each use: Check engine oil
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05/06/17 17:29:05 32Z4F601_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: English: (416) 299-3400 Local Toronto dialing area Call (888) 9HONDA9 French: (416) 287-4776 Local Toronto dialing area or visit our website: www.honda.ca Facsimile: (87
