Honda EU3000is User Manual Page 1

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−−−8Electric Shock HazardsFire and Burn HazardsThe generator produces enough electric power to cause a seriousshock or electrocution if misused.Using

＜＞＜＞9COMPONENT IDENTIFICATIONENGINE SWITCHDC CIRCUITPROTECTORCHOKE KNOBSTAND TYPEWHEEL TYPEFUEL VALVE LEVERDC RECEPTACLEAC RECEPTACLESPARALLEL OPERATI

10AIR CLEANERSPARK PLUG CAPMUFFLEROIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICKOIL DRAIN PLUGOIL MAINTENANCE COVERFRAME SERIAL NUMBERSTARTER GRIPFUEL TANK CAPGROUND TERMINA

11CONTROLSENGINE SWITCHKey position:OFF:ON:START:ENGINE SWITCHOOFFFFOONNSSTTAARRTTReturn the key to the ON position once the engine has started. Do no

12RECOIL STARTERFUEL VALVE LEVEROONNOOFFFFSTARTER GRIPFUEL VALVE LEVERTo start the engine, pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt,then

13CHOKE KNOBECOTHROTTLE SWITCHON:OFF:TMOFFCCLLOOSSEEDDOOPPEENNONCHOKE KNOBECOTHROTTLE SWITCHTMThe choke knob opens and closes the choke valve in the c

14OVERLOAD INDICATOR LIGHTOUTPUT INDICATOR LIGHTOVERLOADINDICATORLIGHT (RED)OUTPUTINDICATORLIGHT (GREEN)The output indicator light (green) is illumina

15OIL ALERT SYSTEMPARALLEL OPERATION OUTLETSOIL ALERTINDICATORLIGHTPARALLEL OPERATIONOUTLETSThe Oil Alert system is designed to prevent engine damage

16AC CIRCUIT PROTECTORDC CIRCUIT PROTECTORDC RECEPTACLEOFFONPUSHDC RECEPTACLEDC CIRCUITPROTECTOR120V 20A120V 30AAC CIRCUIT PROTECTORfor ReceptacleAC C

17GROUND TERMINALGROUND TERMINALBefore using the ground terminal, consult a qualified electrician,electrical inspector or local agency having jurisdic

The generator is a potential source of electrical shock if misused. Donot expose the generator to moisture, rain or snow. Do not let thegenerator get

18GENERATOR USECONNECTIONS TO A BUILDING ELECTRICAL SYSTEMImproper connections to a building electrical system can allowelectrical current from the ge

19AC APPLICATIONSMake sure that it is in good working order. Faulty appliances orpower cords can create a potential for electrical shock.Before connec

20AC OPERATIONOVERLOADINDICATORLIGHT (RED)OUTPUTINDICATORLIGHT (GREEN)PLUGStart the engine and make sure the output indicator light (green)comes on (s

21When an electric motor is started, the overload indicator light (red)may come on. This is normal if the overload indicator light (red) goesoff after

22AC PARALLEL OPERATION APPLICATIONSMake sure that it is in good working order. Faulty appliances orpower cords can create a potential for electrical

23For continuous operation, do not exceed the rated power.Rated power in parallel operation is:The total power requirements (VA) of all appliances con

24AC PARALLEL OPERATIONPARALLEL OPERATION KIT(optional equipment)Connect the parallel operation kit between the two EU3000isgenerators following the i

25Start the generators and make sure the output indicator lights(green) come on (see pages and ).Plug in the appliance following the instructions prov

−26DC OPERATIONDC CurrentConnecting the battery charging cable (optional equipment):A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct procedure,s

＋−27ONOFFDC RECEPTACLEDC CIRCUIT PROTECTORRED LEADBLACK LEADYELLOW INDICATORBATTERY CHARGING CABLE(optional equipment)Plug the battery charging cable

1Congratulations on your selection of a Honda generator. We arecertain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finestgenerators on the ma

−＋−28Disconnecting the battery charging cable:RED LEADBLACK LEADBATTERY CHARGING CABLE(optional equipment)Connect the vehicle battery ground cable to

29ECOTHROTTLE SYSTEMOFFONECOTHROTTLE SWITCHTMTMTMTMTMTMTMAppliances with large start-up power demands may not allow theengine to reach normal operatin

30HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATIONAt high altitude, the standard carburetor air/fuel mixture will be toorich. Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption w

31PRE-OPERATION CHECKENGINE OILOIL FILLER CAPAMBIENT TEMPERATUREDIPSTICKUPPER LIMITSAE Viscosity GradesCheck the oil level BEFORE EACHUSE with the gen

32Fuel tank capacity:REFUELINGGasoline is highly flammable and explosive.You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.Stop the engine and

33FUEL RECOMMENDATIONSUse unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher.This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline.Unleade

34Oxygenated FuelsETHANOLMTBEMETHANOLIf you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another servicestation or switch to another brand of gasoli

35STARTING THE ENGINEElectric starting:Make sure that all appliances are disconnected from the ACreceptacles.Turn the fuel valve lever to the ON posit

36Manual starting:Make sure that all appliances are disconnected from the ACreceptacles.Turn the fuel valve lever to the ON position.To start a cold e

37STOPPING THE ENGINEIn normal use:In an emergency:To stop the engine in an emergency, turn the engine switch to theOFF position.Unplug appliances fro

−−−−−−2A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETYSafety LabelsSafety MessagesSafety HeadingsSafety SectionInstructionsTo help you make informed decisions about safety,

38MAINTENANCETHE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCEMaintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devicesand systems may be performed by any engin

−−−39MAINTENANCE SAFETYSafety PrecautionsCarbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust.Burns from hot parts.Injury from moving parts.Failure to proper

40EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM INFORMATIONSource of EmissionsThe U.S. and California Clean Air ActsTampering and AlteringThe combustion process produces ca

41Problems That May Affect EmissionsReplacement PartsMaintenanceIf you are aware of any of the following symptoms, have your engineinspected and repai

42AIR INDEXDescriptive TermModerateIntermediateExtendedApplicable to Emission Durability Period50 hours (0-65 cc)125 hours (greater than 65 cc)125 hou

＊＊43MAINTENANCE SCHEDULEREGULAR SERVICE PERIOD (3)ITEMPerform at every indicated monthor operating hour interval,whichever comes first.Firstmonthor20

44ENGINE OIL CHANGEOil capacity:UPPER LIMITOIL DRAIN PLUGOIL MAINTENANCECOVEROIL FILLER CAPDrain the oil while the engine is warm to assure rapid and

45AIR CLEANER SERVICEUsing gasoline or flammable solvent to clean the air filter can cause afire or explosion. Use only soapy water or nonflammable so

46AIR CLEANER COVERPAPER AIR FILTERReinstall the air cleaner cover.Close and latch the left-side mainte-nance cover.Soak the foam air filter in cleane

47SPARK PLUG SERVICERecommended spark plugs:COVER SCREWSPARK PLUGINSPECTION COVERSPARK PLUG WRENCHIn order to service the spark plug, you will need a

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−−−−−480.028 0.031 in (0.70 0.80 mm)SEALING WASHERThe gap should be:Measure the spark plug electrode gap with a wire-type feeler gauge.Correct the gap

49FUEL SEDIMENT CUP CLEANINGAIR CLEANER BASE6 mm NUTSBREATHER HOSE6mmBOLTThe sediment cup prevents dirt or water which may be in the fuel tankfrom ent

50FILTERO-RINGSEDIMENT CUPSEDIMENT CUPRemove the sediment cup by turning it counterclockwise.Clean the sediment cup, O-ring, and filter in nonflammabl

51SPARK ARRESTER MAINTENANCE6mmBOLTS6 mm CAP NUTSUPPER MUFFLERPROTECTORREAR COVERLOWER MUFFLERPROTECTOR6mmBOLTSREAR UNDER PLATE8mmBOLTSREAR HANDLEIf t

525mmBOLTSEXHAUST TAIL PIPESPARK ARRESTERUse a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arresterscreen.Inspect the screen for breaks or tears an

53LOWER MUFFLER PROTECTORHOOKHOOKLOWERMUFFLERPROTECTORUPPER MUFFLERPROTECTORREAR COVEROIL FILLER NECKREAR HANDLERUBBER DRIPGUARDOIL DRAIN NECKREAR UND

−−−＋＋−＋54Removal:BATTERY6 mm CAP NUTSFRONT COVERNEGATIVE ( ) CABLEPOSITIVE ( ) CABLEBATTERY HOLDER BANDA lead acid battery self discharges at a rate o

−−−−55Charging:The battery gives off explosive gasses; keep sparks, flames andcigarettes away from the battery while charging. Provide adequateventila

＋＋−−56Installation:Install the battery in the generator.Install the positive ( ) cable to the battery positive ( ) terminal;then install the negative

57FUSE REPLACEMENT6 mm CAP NUTSFRONT COVERFUSE HOLDERIf the fuse is blown, the starter motor won’t operate.If frequent fuse failure occurs, determine

4...MAINTENANCE . 38...

58TRANSPORTING/STORAGETRANSPORTINGIf the generator has been used, allow it cool for at least 15 minutesbefore loading the generator on the transport v

59STORAGESTORAGE TIME RECOMMENDED SERVICE PROCEDURE TOPREVENT HARD STARTINGLess than 1 month1 to 2 months2 months to 1 year1 year or moreUse gasoline

60Storage ProcedureGasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned orseriously injured when handling fuel.Keep heat, sparks, and flame a

61TROUBLESHOOTINGDRAIN SCREWWhen the engine will not start:Is there fuel in thetank?Is there enough oilin the engine?Is the spark plug ingood conditio

62Appliance does not operate:Is the output indicatorlight ON?Take the generator toan authorized Hondagenerator dealer.Take the generator to an au-thor

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〔〕 〔××〕±±−−64SPECIFICATIONSDimensionsEngineGeneratorTuneupITEM SPECIFICATION MAINTENANCEModel (Type)LengthWidthHeightDry weightModelEngine TypeDisplac

65CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATIONServicing dealership personnel are trained professionals. They shouldbe able to answer any questions you may have. If yo

66INDEX...COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION . 9...

67...PRE-OPERATION CHECK . 31...

5SAFETYSAFETY LABEL LOCATIONSIf a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Hondagenerator dealer for a replacement.These labels warn you

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7SAFETY INFORMATIONCarbon Monoxide HazardsOperator ResponsibilityIf you run the generator in an area that is confined, or even partiallyenclosed, the