Honda Engines GCV135E, GCV160E Owners Manual

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ELEMENT
Taptheelement lightly several times on a hard surface to
remove excess dirt, or blow compressed air through the filter
from the inside out. Never try to brush the dirt off; brushing will
force dirt into the fibers. Replace the element if it is excessively
dirty.
Install the element and air cleaner cover. 3.
4.
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Flywheel brake inspection 3. (applicable types)
[WITH TOP COVER TYPE]
Remove the top cover by removing the three tapping screws
(with top cover type only).
Remove the recoil starter...

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B BR
RA
AK
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ES
SH
HO
OE
ET
TH
HI
IC
CK
KN
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SS
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BRAKE SHOE
Check the brake shoe thickness. If it is less than 3 mm (0.12 in),
replace it with newone.
Installthe fuel tank and recoil starter, and tighten the three 6 mm
nutssecurely.
Install the top cover, and tighten the three tapping screws
securely (with top cover type only). 4.
5.
6.
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Spark plug service
Recommended spark plug:
Never use a spark plug of incorrect heat range.
Iftheengine has been running, the muffler will be very hot. Be...

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0.70 0.80 mm
(0.028 0.031 in)
Visually inspect the spark plug.Discard the spark plug if there is
apparent wear, or if the insulator is cracked or chipped. Clean
the spark plug with a wire brush if it is tobereused.
0.70 0.80 mm (0.028 0.031 in) Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge. Correct as necessary
by bending the side electrode.
The gap should be: 2.
3.
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The spark plug must be securely tightened. An improperly
tightened spark plug can become very hot and may damage the...

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Spark arrester maintenance (optional part)
Iftheengine has been running, the muffler will be very hot. Allow
it to cool before proceeding.
Thespark arrester must be serviced every 100 hours to maintain
its efficiency. 5.
MUFFLER PROTECTOR SPARK ARRESTER
SCREW
6mmBOLTSMUFFLER SCREW
Remove the muffler protector by removing the three 6 mm bolts.
Remove the spark arrester from the muffler by removing the
two screws. (Taking care not to damage the wire mesh.)
Checkfor carbon deposits around the exhaust...

29 TRANSPORTING/STORAGE
When transporting theengine, turn the fuel valve OFF and keep
the engine level to prevent fuel spillage. Fuel vapor or spilled fuel
may ignite.
Gasolineisextremelyflammable and is explosive under certain
conditions. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area.
DRAIN BOLTFUEL VALVE O ON
NO OF
FF
F
Before storing the unit for an extended period;
Be sure the storage area is free of excessive humidity and dust.
Drain the fuel tank and carburetor into a suitable gasoline...

31 TROUBLESHOOTING
If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before testing the
spark plug or starting the engine. Fuel vapor or spilled fuel may
ignite.
DRAIN BOLTFUEL VALVEO OF
FF
F
O ON
N
Whenthe engine will not start:
Is the fuel valve ON?
Is there fuel in the fuel tank?
Is gasoline reaching the carburetor?
To check, loosen the drain bolt with the fuel valve ON.
Is the control lever positioned properly (page 11 )?
Is the flywheel brake lever positioned to the RELEASED position
(page 12 )?...