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Thank you for purchasing a Honda generator. We want to help you get the best results from your new generator and to operate it safely. This manual contains the information on how to do that; please read it carefully. This owner’s manual describes the operation and maintenance of the EM650 Honda generator. 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 with
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CONTENTS 4 ............................................................................................... SAFETY Label Locations .................................................................. .4 Safety .6 Safety Information .......................................................................... .8 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ....................................................... 10 CONTROLS .......................................................................................
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25 ............................................................................... MAINTENANCE.. Schedule .25 Maintenance ................................................................ 26 ........................................................................ Engine Oil Change .27 Air Cleaner Service ...................................................................... 28 ....................................................................... Spark Plug Service Maintenance .31
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SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY LABEL LABEL LOCATIONS LOCATIONS These These labels labels warn warn you you of of potential potential hazards hazards that that can can cause cause serious serious injury. injury. Read Read them them carefully. carefully. If If a a label label comes comes off off or or becomes becomes hard hard to to read, read, contact contact your your Honda Honda Generator Generator dealer dealer for for a a replacement. replacement. \ 0 BATTERY %K?NG 0 CHARGE DE EATTERIE SEULE
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n STOP THE ENGINE BEFORE REFUELING. CHECK FOR SPILLED FUEL OR FUEL LEAKS. ICONTR6LER QU’IL N’Y A NI FUITE NI ESSENCE RtPANOUE SUR L’APPAREIL. AVANT DE REFAIRE LE PLEIN: ARRtTER LE MOTEUR. LE PLElN AU OESSUS 0” REPtRE PARA n INSPECCIONAR DE NWEA” MAXIMUM. COMBUSTIBLE DERRAMADO 0 ESCAPE ANTES ECHAR ~N~USSTIBLE: PARAR MOTOR MAS DE LINEA DE DE ECHAR COMBUSTIBLE AL DEPOSITO. HOT-. EXHAUST AIR CLEANER MAINTENANCE ECHAPPEMENT - CHAUD WCLEAN ELEMENT EVERY 50 HOURS (EVERY 10 HOURS
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SAFETY INFORMATION Honda generators are designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions. Read and understand this owner’s manual before operating your generator. You can help prevent accidents by being familiar with your generator’s controls, and by observing safe operating procedures. Operator Responsibility l Know how to stop the generator quickly in case of emergency. l Understand the use of all generator controls, output receptacles, and connection
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Fire and Burn Hazards The exhaust system gets hot enough to ignite some materials. - Keep the generator at least 1 meter (3 feet) away from buildings and other equipment during operation. - Do not enclose the generator in any structure. - Keep flammable materials away from the generator. The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for a while after stopping the engine. Be careful not to touch the muffler while it is hot. Let the engine cool before storing the generato
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COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION PILOT LAMP CHOKE LEVER I ACRECEPTACLES FREQUENCY METER LEFT SIDE COVER OIL FILLER CAP ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER DC TERMINALS FRAME SERIAL NUMBER ClRCUli PROTECTORS GROUND TEdMlNAL l Record the engine and frame serial numbers for your future reference. Refer to these serial numbers when ordering parts, and when making technical or warranty inquiries (see page 39) Frame serial number: Engine serial number: 8
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FUEL TANK CAP CARRYING HANDLE \ / RECOIL OUTLET STARTER GRIP \ SPARK P\LUG COVER AIR CLEANER 9
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CONTROLS Engine Switch To start and stop the engine. Switch position: To stop the engine. OFF: To run the engine. ON: ON OFF NGINE SWITCH Recoil Starter To start the engine, pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt, then pull briskly. I] Do not allow the starter to snap back against the engine. Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter. STARTER GRIP PILOT LAMP 10
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Choke Lever The choke is used to provide an enriched fuel mixture when starting a cold engine. It can be opened and closed by operating the choke lever manually. Move the lever to the CLOSED position to enrich the mixture. CLOSED OPEN \ CHOKE LEVER Pilot Lamp The pilot lamp is illuminated when the generator is operating normally. It indicates that the generator is producing electrical power. If the pilot light is illuminated, the frequency meter should be displaying 60Hz. 11
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Ground Terminal The generater ground terminal is connected to the frame of the generater, the metal non-current carrying parts of the generator, and the ground terminals of each receptacle. Before using the ground terminal, consult a qualified electrian, electrical inspector or local agency having jurisdiction for local codes or ordinances that apply to the intended use of the generator. GROUND TERMINAL 12
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Oil Alert System The Oil Alert system is designed to prevent engine damage caused by an insufficient amount of oil in the crankcase. Before the oil level in the crankcase can fall below a safe limit, the Oil Alert system will automatically stop the engine (the engine switch will remain in the ON position). If the engine stops and will not restart, check the engine oil level (p.20) before troubleshooting in other areas. OIL FILLER HOLE UPPER LIMIT DIPSTICK OIL FILLER CAP AC Circuit Prot
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DC Terminals The DC terminals may ONLY be used for charging 12 volt automotive type batteries. The terminals are colored red to identify the positive (+) terminal and black to identify the negative (-) terminal. The battery must be connected to the generator DC terminals with the proper polarity (battery positive to generator red terminal and battery negative to the generator black terminal). DC TERMINAL (RED) DC TERMINAL (BLACK) DC Circuit Protector The DC circuit protector automatica
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GENERATOR USE Connections to a Building’s Electrical System Connections for standby power to a building’s electrical system must be made by a qualified electrician. The connection must isolate the generator power from utility power, and must comply with all applicable laws and electrical codes. m Improper connections to a building’s electrical system can allow electrical current from the generator to backfeed into the utility lines. Such backfeed may electrocute utility company workers
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AC Operation 1. Start the engine (refer to page 23) and make sure the pilot lamp comes on. If not, the filament may be burnt out. 2. Plug in the appliance. 1 NOTICE ( Substantial overloading will switch off the circuit protector. Marginal overloading may not switch off the circuit protector, but it will shorten the service life of the generator. Be sure that all appliances are in good working order before connecting them to the generator. If an appliance begins to operate abnormally, be
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DC Operation The DC terminals may ONLY be used for charging 12 volt automotive-type batteries. Connecting the battery cables: 1. Before connecting charging cables to a battery that is installed in a vehicle, disconnect the vehicle’s ground cable from the battery. m The battery gives off explosive gases; keep sparks, flames and cigarettes away. Provide adequate ventilation when charging or using batteries. 2. Connect the positive (+) battery cable to the battery positive (+) terminal.
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Disconnecting the battery cables: 1. Stop the engine. 2. Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable from the generator negative (-) terminal. 3. Disconnect the other end of the negative (-) battery cable from the battery negative (-) terminal. 4. Disconnect the positive (+) battery cable from the generator positive (+) terminal. 5. Disconnect the other end of the positive (+) battery cable to the battery positive (+) terminal. 6. Connect the vehicle ground cable to the battery negative
