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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 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. American
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COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATION BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS IS YOUR ENGINE READY TO GO? AIR MUFFLER For your safety, and to maximize the service life of your equipment, it CLEANER is very important to take a few moments before you operate the engine MUFFLER to check its condition. Be sure to take care of any problem you find, or DEFLECTOR have your servicing dealer correct it, before you operate the engine. (optional) WARNING Improperly maintaining this engine, or failure to correct a problem
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2. Move the throttle lever (gray) THROTTLE TYPE 2: FIXED THROTTLE / IGNITION SWITCH LEVER / LEVER (gray) away from the SLOW MANUAL CHOKE position, about 1/3 of the way Starting A Cold Engine toward the FAST position. CHOKE ROD 1. Pull the choke rod to the Some engine applications FAST CLOSED position. use a remotely-mounted throttle control rather than the engine-mounted throttle lever shown here. SLOW 3. Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt, then pull
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TYPE 3: FIXED THROTTLE / ENGINE STOP SWITCH / SERVICING YOUR ENGINE MANUAL CHOKE THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE Starting A Cold Engine Good maintenance is essential for safe, economical and trouble-free 1. Pull the choke rod to the CHOKE ROD operation. It will also help reduce pollution. CLOSED position. WARNING Improper maintenance, or failure to correct a problem before operation, can cause a malfunction in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Always follow the in
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ENGINE OIL Recommended Oil REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD (3) First Every 3 Every 6 Every Before month months months year Use 4-stroke motor oil that meets Perform at every indicated each or or or or Page Item month or operating hour or exceeds the requirements for use 20 50 100 200 interval, which ever comes first. hours hours hours hours API service classification SH, SJ, Check levelO5 or equivalent. Always check the Engine oil Change OO 5 API service label on the oil Chec
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AIR CLEANER SPARK PLUG A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor and cause poor Recommended Spark Plug: NGK BPR6ES engine performance. Inspect the filter each time the engine is The recommended spark plug is the correct heat range for normal operated. You will need to clean the filter more frequently if you engine operating temperatures. operate the engine in very dusty areas. NOTICE NOTICE Incorrect spark plugs can cause engine damage. Operating the engine without an a
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Fuel SPARK ARRESTER (optional equipment) Gasoline will oxidize and deteriorate in storage. Deteriorated gasoline In some areas, it is illegal to operate an engine without a USDA will cause hard starting, and it leaves gum deposits that clog the fuel (United States Department of Agriculture)-qualified spark arrester. system. If the gasoline in your engine deteriorates during storage, you Check local laws and regulations. A USDA-qualified spark arrester is may need to have the carburetor, a
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Storage Precautions DRAINING THE FUEL TANK AND CARBURETOR If your engine will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank and carburetor, it is important to reduce the hazard of gasoline vapor WARNING ignition. Select a well-ventilated storage area away from any appliance Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive, and you can that operates with a flame, such as a furnace, water heater, or clothes be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. dryer. Also avoid any area with a spark-pr
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Oxygenated Fuels TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION Some conventional gasolines are being blended with alcohol or an TECHNICAL INFORMATION ether compound. These gasolines are collectively referred to as oxygenated fuels. To meet clean air standards, some areas of the Serial Number and Type Location United States and Canada use oxygenated fuels to help reduce Record the engine serial emissions. number and type in the If you use oxygenated fuel, be sure it is unleaded and meets the space bel
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Emission Control System Information Air Index Source of Emissions An Air Index Information hang tag/label is applied to engines certified to an emission durability time period in accordance with the The combustion process produces carbon monoxide, oxides of requirements of the California Air Resources Board. nitrogen, and hydrocarbons. Control of hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen is very important because, under certain conditions, they The bar graph is intended to provide you, our custom
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Quick Reference Information CONSUMER INFORMATION Fuel Type Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating Honda Publications of 86 or higher (page 5). These publications will give you additional information for maintaining Capacity 0.53 US gal (2.0 l) and repairing your engine.You may order them from an authorized Engine Oil Type SAE 10W-30, API SH or SJ, for general use. Refer to page 5. Honda engine servicing dealer. Capacity 0.61 US qt (0.58 l) Carburetor Idle Speed 1,400 ± 150 rpm Sho
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THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER REPLACEMENT OF EXPENDABLE Emission Control System Warranty MAINTENANCE ITEMS MADE IN CONNECTION WITH REQUIRED MAINTENANCE Your new Honda Power Equipment engine complies with both the U.S. EPA and State of SERVICES AFTER THE ITEM'S FIRST SCHEDULED REPLACEMENT AS LISTED IN California emission regulations. American Honda provides the same emission warranty THE MAINTENANCE SECTION OF THE PRODUCT OWNER'S MANUAL, SUCH AS: coverage for engines sold in all 50 states. S
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