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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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06/12/20 13:32:54 32Z4F800_002 SAFETY INFORMATION COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATION Understand the operation of all controls and learn how to stop SPARK PLUG the engine quickly in case of emergency. Make sure the operator 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 ventilation, and never
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05/02/09 13:16:12 32Z4F800_003 BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS OPERATION IS YOUR ENGINE READY TO GO? SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS For your safety, and to maximize the service life of your Before operating the engine for the first time, please review the equipment, it is very important to take a few moments before you SAFETY INFORMATION section on page 2 and the BEFORE operate the engine to check its condition. Be sure to take care of OPERATION CHECKS. any problem you find, or have your servicing dealer co
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06/12/20 13:33:18 32Z4F800_004 4. Turn the engine switch to the ON position. 7. Position the throttle lever for the desired engine speed. For engine speed recommendations, refer to the instructions provided with the equipment powered by this engine. ENGINE SWITCH MIN. ON MAX. THROTTLE LEVER (on the equipment) 5. Operate the starter. STOPPING THE ENGINE Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance, then pull To stop the engine in an emergency, simply turn the engine switch briskly in t
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05/05/17 13:23:11 32Z4F800_005 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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06/12/20 13:33:48 32Z4F800_006 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 SAE Viscosity Grades Except U. S. Research octane rating 91 or higher Recommended Oil Pump octane rating 86 or higher Use 4-stroke motor oil that This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline with a meets or exceeds the pump octane rating of 86 or higher (a resea
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05/02/09 13:17:41 32Z4F800_007 Oil Change Drain the used oil when the engine is warm. Warm oil drains quickly and completely. 1. Place a suitable container below the engine to catch the used oil, then remove the oil filler cap/dipstick, drain plug and washer. 2. Allow the used oil to drain completely, then reinstall the drain plug and new washer, and tighten the drain plug securely. Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible with the environment. We suggest you take used oil
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06/12/20 13:34:26 32Z4F800_008 AIR CLEANER SPARK PLUG A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor, reducing Recommended Spark Plugs: BPR4ES (NGK) engine performance. If you operate the engine in very dusty areas, W14EPR-U (DENSO) clean the air filter more often than specified in the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE. The recommended spark plug has the correct heat range for normal engine operating temperatures. Operating the engine without an air filter, or with a damaged air filter, will al
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05/02/09 13:18:39 32Z4F800_009 AIR VENT TUBE HELPFUL TIPS & SUGGESTIONS RETAINERS Inspection STORING YOUR ENGINE Check that the air vent tube is Storage Preparation secured by the tube retainers Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your engine without collapsing or kinking. trouble-free and looking good. The following steps will help to keep rust and corrosion from impairing your engine’s function and appearance, and will make the engine easier to start when you use it again. Clea
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05/02/09 13:19:07 32Z4F800_010 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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06/12/20 13:34:47 32Z4F800_011 TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS TECHNICAL INFORMATION ENGINE WILL Possible Cause Correction Serial Number Location NOT START Record the engine serial 1. Check control Fuel valve and/ Turn valve(s) ON. number, type and purchase positions. or fuel filler cap date in the space below. You vent valve OFF. will need this information when Choke open. Move lever to ordering parts and when CLOSED position making technical or warranty unless the engine inquiries. is warm.
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05/02/09 13:19:57 32Z4F800_012 Oxygenated Fuels Emission Control System Information Some conventional gasolines are being blended with alcohol or an Source of Emissions ether compound. These gasolines are collectively referred to as The combustion process produces carbon monoxide, oxides of oxygenated fuels. To meet clean air standards, some areas of the nitrogen, and hydrocarbons. Control of hydrocarbons and oxides United States and Canada use oxygenated fuels to help reduce of nitrogen is very
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06/12/20 13:35:15 32Z4F800_013 Specifications Quick Reference Information GX120 (Standard type: KR type) Fuel Unleaded gasoline (Refer to page 6) Length Width 313 331 321 mm U.S. Pump octane rating 86 or higher Height (12.3 13.0 12.6 in) Except Research octane rating 91 or higher Dry weight 16.5 kg (36.4 lbs) U.S. Pump octane rating 86 or higher Engine type 4-stroke, overhead valve, single cylinder Engine oil SAE 10W-30, API SJ or later, for general use. Displacement 118 cm (7.2 cu-in) Refer to
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05/02/09 13:20:56 32Z4F800_014 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
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06/12/20 13:39:45 33Z4F800_001 INTRODUCTION Nous vous remercions d’avoir porté votre choix sur un moteur Honda. Nous désirons vous aider à faire le meilleur usage de votre nouveau moteur et à l’utiliser en sécurité. Vous trouverez dans ce manuel des informations sur la manière d’y parvenir; veuillez le lire attentivement avant d’utiliser le moteur. En cas de problème ou pour toute question sur MANUEL DE L’UTILISATEUR le moteur, consultez un concessionnaire Honda agréé. Toutes les informations de
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06/12/20 13:40:15 33Z4F800_002 INFORMATIONS DE SECURITE EMPLACEMENT DES PIECES ET COMMANDES Comprenez bien le fonctionnement de toutes les commandes et BOUGIE D’ALLUMAGE apprenez comment arrêter le moteur rapidement en cas d’urgence. Veillez à ce que l’opérateur reçoive des instructions adéquates avant l’utilisation de l’équipement. Ne pas autoriser des enfants à utiliser le moteur. Eloigner les enfants et les animaux de la zone d’utilisation. Les gaz d’échappement du moteur contiennent du monox
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05/05/17 13:31:53 33Z4F800_003 CONTROLES AVANT L’UTILISATION UTILISATION LE MOTEUR EST-IL PRET A FONCTIONNER? CONSIGNES DE SECURITE D’UTILISATION Pour la sécurité et la longévité de l’équipement, il est important de Avant d’utiliser le moteur pour la première fois, lire la section consacrer quelques instants à vérifier l’état du moteur avant l’utilisation. INFORMATIONS DE SECURITEàlapage 2 etlasection CONTROLES Corriger tout problème constaté ou confier cette opération au AVANT L’UTILISATION. co
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06/12/20 13:40:38 33Z4F800_004 4. Placer l’interrupteur du moteur sur la position MARCHE. 7. Placer le levier des gaz sur la position correspondant au régime moteur désiré. Pour les recommandations de régime moteur, consulter les instructions accompagnant l’équipement commandé par ce moteur. CONTACTEUR D’ARRET MOTEUR MINI M MA AR RC CH HE E MAXI LEVIER DES GAZ (sur l’équipement) 5. Actionner le démarreur. ARRET DU MOTEUR Tirer doucement la poignée de lancement jusqu’à ce que l’on ressente Pour a
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05/05/17 13:32:42 33Z4F800_005 ENTRETIEN DU MOTEUR Ne pas oublier que c’est le concessionnaire Honda agréé qui connaît le mieux le moteur et qu’il est parfaitement outillé pour son entretien et sa L’IMPORTANCE DE L’ENTRETIEN réparation. Un bon entretien est essentiel pour un fonctionnement sûr, économique et Pour la meilleure qualité et fiabilité, n’utiliser que des pièces Honda sans problème. Il contribue également à réduire la pollution. d’origine neuves ou leur équivalent pour la réparation e
