Honda Eu 2000 I Owners Manual

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Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester
screen.
Inspect the screen for breaks or tears and replace it if necessary.
Check the muffler gasket; replace if damaged. Reinstall the muffler
gasket, the spark arrester, the muffler, and the muffler protector in
the reverse order of removal. 3.
4.
5.
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							50 TRANSPORTING/STORAGE
TRANSPORTING
Take care not to drop or strike the generator when transporting. Do not
place heavy objects on the generator. To prevent fuel spillage when transporting, the generator should be
secured upright in its normal operating position, with the engine
switch OFF and the fuel tank cap vent lever turned fully
counterclockwise to the ‘‘OFF’’position. If the generator has been used, allow it cool for at least 15 minutes
before loading the generator on the transport vehicle. A hot engine
and exhaust system can burn you and can ignite some material.
Do not lay the generator on its side when moving, storing, or
operating it. Oil may leak and damage the engine or your property.
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STORAGE
STORAGE TIME RECOMMENDED SERVICE PROCEDURE TO
PREVENT HARD STARTING Before storing the unit for an extended period:
1. Be sure the storage area is free of excessive humidity and dust.
2. Service according to the table below:
Less than 1 month
1 to 2 months
2 to 6 months
6 months or moreNo preparation required
Fill with fresh gasoline and add gasoline
stabilizer . Run the engine for 10 minutes to
use up the non-treated gasoline.
Fill with fresh gasoline and add gasoline
stabilizer . Run the engine for 10 minutes to
use up the non-treated gasoline.
Or drain the gasoline (page 52 ).
Drain the gasoline (page 52 ).
Remove the spark plug. Put a tablespoon of
engine oil into the cylinder. Turn the engine
slowly with the starter grip to distribute the
oil. Reinstall the spark plug.
Change the engine oil (page 42 ).
After removal from storage, fill with fresh
gasoline before starting.
Use gasoline stabilizers that are formulated to extend storage
life. Follow the instructions included with the gasoline stabilizer.
Contact your authorized Honda generator dealer for gasoline
stabilizer recommendations.
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Storage Procedure
You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
Keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
Handle fuel only outdoors.
Wipe up spills immediately.
DRAIN SCREW
NON-CALIFORNIA TYPE SHOWN
Drain the gasoline.
Unscrew the fuel tank cap, remove the debris screen, and empty
the fuel tank into an approved gasoline container using a
commercially available hand siphon. Reinstall the debris screen
and the fuel tank cap.
Loosen the cover screw and remove the maintenance cover.
Loosen the carburetor drain screw.
Drain the gasoline from the carburetor into a suitable container.
Remove the spark plug maintenance cover.
Remove the spark plug cap.
Turn the engine switch to the ON position.
Pull the starter grip 3 to 4 times to drain the gasoline from the fuel
pump into a suitable container.
Turn the engine switch to the OFF position.
Tighten the carburetor drain screw. 1.
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
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Change the engine oil (see page 42).
Remove the spark plug, and pour about a tablespoon of clean
engine oil into the cylinder. Crank the engine several revolutions to
distribute the oil, then reinstall the spark plug.
Reinstall the spark plug cap on the spark plug securely.
Reinstall the spark plug maintenance cover.
Reinstall the maintenance cover and tighten the cover screw
securely.
Pull the starter grip slowly until you feel resistance, then return the
starter grip gently. This closes the valves so moisture cannot enter. 2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
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							54 TROUBLESHOOTING
When the engine will not start:
Is there fuel in the
tank?
Is there enough oil
in the engine?
Is the spark plug in
good condition?
If the engine still
does not start, take
the generator to an
authorized Honda
generator dealer.Refill the fuel tank
(see page 30).
Add the recom-
mended oil (see
page 28).
Clean, readjust gap,
and dry the spark
plug. Replace it if
necessary (see
page 46). YES
YESNO
NO
YESNO
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Appliance does not operate:
Check the electrical ap-
pliance or equipment for
any defects.
Is the DC circuit protector
on? No electricity at the DC receptacle:Take the generator to an
authorized Honda generator
dealer.
Take the generator to an
authorized Honda generator
dealer.
Replace the electrical ap-
pliance or equipment.
Take the electrical ap-
pliance or equipment to an
electrical shop for repair.
Stop and restart the engine. Is the output indicator
light ON? (see page 13)
Is the overload
indicator light ON?
(see page 13)
Turn the DC circuit protector
on (see page 16).
Take the generator to an
authorized Honda generator
dealer. YES
NO DEFECTS
DEFECTS NO
YESNO
NO
YES
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							56 WIRING DIAGRAM
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							57 INITIAL USE INSTRUCTIONS
ADDING ENGINE OIL
WITHOUT OIL
Do not overfill the engine with oil.
COVER SCREW
MAINTENANCE COVER
OIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK
UPPER LIMIT
The generator is shipped in the engine.
With the generator in a level position, remove the oil filler cap/
dipstick.
If the engine is overfilled, the
excess oil may be transferred to the air cleaner housing and air filter.
Screw in the oil filler cap/dipstick securely.
Reinstall the maintenance cover. Add enough SAE 10W-30 API service classification SJ or later (or
equivalent) oil to bring the oil level to the upper limit of the oil filler
neck. SAE 10W-30 oil is recommended for general use; for
additional recommendations, see page . Loosen the cover screw and remove the maintenance cover. Place the generator on a level surface. 1.
28 2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
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ADDING FUEL
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
Handle fuel only outdoors.
Wipe up spills immediately. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline with a pump
octane rating of 86 or higher.
Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil/gasoline mixture.
Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank.
If the fuel level is low, refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine
stopped. If the engine has been running, allow it to cool first. Never
refuel the engine inside a building where gasoline fumes can reach
flames or sparks.
You may use regular unleaded gasoline containing no more than 10%
Ethanol (E10) or 5% Methanol by volume. In addition, Methanol must
contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors.
Use of fuels with content of Ethanol or Methanol greater than shown
above may cause starting and/or performance problems. It may also
damage metal, rubber, and plastic parts of the fuel system.
Engine damage or performance problems that result from using a fuel
with percentages of Ethanol or Methanol greater than shown above
are not covered under warranty.
With the engine stopped, add fuel to the generator in a well-ventilated
area.
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