Honda Engine GX120 GX160 GX200 Owners Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
GX120 GX160 GX200
Serial number and
engine typeHONDA EUROPE N.V.(EEC)
32ZH7620
00X32-ZH7-6201 

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injury or death if instructions are not followed.
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damage if instructions are not followed.
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result if instructions are not followed.
The Honda engine is designed to give safe and dependable service
if operated according to instructions. Read and understand the
Owner’s Manual before operating the engine. Failure to do so
could result in personal injury...

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Honda engine is designed to give safe and
dependable service if operated according to
instructions. Read and understand the
Owner’s Manual before operating the
engine. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury or equipment damage.
To ensure safe operation
Always make a pre-operation inspection (page ) before you
start the engine. You may prevent an accident or equipment
damage.
To prevent fire hazards and to provide adequate ventilation,
keep the engine at least 1 meter (3...

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY LABEL LOCATION
To ensure safe operation
Do not place anything on the engine, as it may create a fire
hazard.
A spark arrester is available as an optional part for this engine. It
is illegal in some areas to operate an engine without a spark
arrester. Check local laws and regulations before operating.
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. To avoid severe burns...

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BATTERY CONNECTIONS (for electric starter)
The battery gives off explosive gases; keep sparks, flames and
cigarettes away. Provide adequate ventilation when charging
or using batteries in an enclosed space.
The battery contains sulfuric acid (electrolyte). Contact with
skin or eyes may cause severe burns. Wear protective clothing
and a face shield.
If electrolyte gets on your skin, flush with water.
If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush with water for at least 15
minutes and call...

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PRE-OPERATION CHECK
Engine oil l
evel
Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious
engine damage.
Be sure to check the engine on a level surface with the engine
stopped.
Using nondetergent oil or 2-stroke engine oil could shorten the
engine’s service life. 1.
Ambient temperature SINGLE VISCOSITY
MULTI VISCOSITY
OIL FILLER CAP/
DIPSTICK LEVEL
If the level is low, fill to the top of the oil filler neck with the
recommended oil. Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean.
Insert...

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Reduction gear oil
1/2 reduction with automatic centrifugal clutch
Oil capacity:
Oil capacity: 1/6 reduction
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OIL LEVEL BOLT
UPPER LEVEL
DIPSTICK/FILLER CAP
DRAIN BOLT
FILLER BOLT
Check reduction gear oil level.
Fill with SG, SF rated engine oil, if necessary. Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean.
Insert the dipstick into the filler neck but do not screw it in.
If the level is low, fill to the upper level mark with the same oil
recommended for the engine (see engine oil...

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Air cleaner
Never run the engine wit hout the air
cleaner. Rapid engine wear will result.
Dual element type
Cyclone type
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ELEMENTS
ELEMENTS
CYCLONE
(GX120/160) (GX120/160/200)Check the air cleaner elements to be
sure they are clean and in good con-
dition.
Clean or replace the elements if
necessary (page ).
Check cleaner for dirt or obstruction
of elements.
Check the cyclone housing for any
dirt build-up, clean it, if necessary
(page ).
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Semi-dry type
Oil bath type
Never run the engine wit hout the air cleaner. Rapid engine wear
will result.
OIL LEVEL ELEMENT
Check cleaner for dirt or obstruction of element (page ).
Check the air cleaner element to be sure it is clean and in good
condition. Clean or replace the element if necessary (page ).
Check oil level and c ondition.
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Fuel
Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain
conditions.
Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. Do not
smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area where the engine is
refueled or where gasoline is stored.
Do not overfill the fuel tank (there should be no fuel in the filler
neck). After refueling, make sure the tank cap is closed properly
and securely.
Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel or fuel
vapor may ignite. If any fuel is spilled,...