Honda EG5000X User Manual

31ZC277000X31-ZC2-770000X31-ZC2-7700 EG5000Xo2001-2007 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. -All Rights ReservedK2eY1400.2007.12" Printed in JapanOwner’s Manual

8COMPONENT IDENTIFICATIONENGINE SWITCHENGINE SERIAL NUMBERVOLTAGE SELECTORSWITCHCARBURETORDRAIN SCREWSEDIMENTCUPAC RECEPTACLESAC CIRCUIT BREAKEROIL FI

9MUFFLERFRAME SERIAL NUMBERGROUND TERMINALAIR CLEANERSPARK PLUGCAPFUEL TANK CAPRecord the engine and frame serial numbers and date of purchasefor your

10CONTROLSENGINE SWITCHSTARTER GRIPSwitch position:OFF:ON:ONOFFENGINE SWITCHSTARTER GRIPDDiirreeccttiioonn ttoo ppuullllTo start and stop the engine.D

11CHOKE LEVERFUEL VALVE LEVEROPENONOFFCLOSEDCHOKE LEVERFUEL VALVE LEVERThe fuel valve is located on the carburetor. When the fuel valve lever isin the

12CIRCUIT BREAKERCIRCUIT PROTECTOR120V 30A120V 20A120V 20A120V/240V 20ACIRCUIT PROTECTORCIRCUIT PROTECTORfor ReceptacleCIRCUIT PROTECTORfor Receptacle

13GROUND TERMINALOIL ALERTSYSTEMOIL DRAIN PLUG UPPERLEVELGROUND TERMINALThe generator ground terminal is connected to the frame of thegenerator, the m

14VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH (DUAL VOLTAGE SYSTEM)120/240V:120V ONLY:VOLTAGE SELECTORSWITCH120/240V120VThe voltage selector switches the main power carry

15GENERATOR USECONNECTIONS TO A BUILDING ELECTRICAL SYSTEMImproper connections to a building electrical system can allowelectrical current from the ge

16AC APPLICATIONSBefore connecting an appliance or power cord to the generator:Make sure that it is in good working order. Faulty appliances orpower c

17AC OPERATIONVOLTAGE SELECTORSWITCHAC CIRCUITBREAKERStart the engine (see page ).Turn the voltage selector switch to either position.With the voltage

Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas that can build upto dangerous levels in closed areas.Breathing carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousnes

＃＃＃＃＃＃＃18AC RECEPTACLE SELECTIONPower Producing Circuits120V/240V 120V ONLYPOWERCIRCUIT 1POWERCIRCUIT 2POWER CIRCUIT 1POWER CIRCUIT 2RECEPTACLE 3 RECE

＋＋＋19Voltage Selector Switch120V ONLY Position120V/240V PositionSwitch Position ReceptacleTotal CurrentAvailablePower ProducingCircuitSet ofReceptacle

20HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATIONAt high altitude, the standard carburetor air/fuel mixture will be toorich. Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption w

21PRE-OPERATION CHECKENGINE OILOIL FILLER HOLE UPPERLEVELAMBIENT TEMPERRATUREOIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICKBefore beginning your pre-operation checks, be sur

22REFUELINGGasoline is highly flammable and explosive.You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks,

23FUEL RECOMMENDATIONSThis engine is certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline with apump octane rating of 86 or higher.Never use stale or con

24STARTING THE ENGINESTARTING THE ENGINEExhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas that can build upto dangerous levels in closed areas.Breathing

25STOPPING THE ENGINESTOPPING THE ENGINEIn an emergency:In normal use:To stop the engine in an emergency, turn the engine switch to theOFF position.Tu

26MAINTENANCETHE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCEImproper maintenance, or failure to correct a problem beforeoperation, can cause a malfunction in which you

−−−27MAINTENANCE SAFETYSafety PrecautionsFailure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautionscan cause you to be seriously hurt or kill

1INTRODUCTIONCongratulations on your selection of a Honda generator. We arecertain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finestgenerato

28MAINTENANCE SCHEDULEREGULAR SERVICE PERIOD (3)ITEMFirstmonthor20 Hrs.Every3 monthsor50 Hrs.(1)EachusePerform at every indicatedmonth or operating ho

29ENGINE OIL CHANGEUPPER LEVELOIL DRAIN PLUGDrain the oil while the engine is warm to assure rapid and completedraining.Remove the drain plug and seal

30AIR CLEANER SERVICEUsing gasoline or flammable solvent to clean the air filter can cause afire or explosion. Use only soapy water or non-flammable s

31FUEL SEDIMENT CUP CLEANINGSEDIMENT CUPO-RINGSEDIMENT CUPFUEL FILTERO-RINGFUEL VALVELEVERThe sediment cup prevents dirt or water that may be in the f

−−−−32SPARK PLUG SERVICERecommended spark plugs:The gap should be:PLUG WRENCH0.028 0.031 in (0.7 0.8 mm)SEALING WASHERTo ensure proper engine operatio

−−33SPARK ARRESTER MAINTENANCESPARKARRESTERSCREENCheck that the spark plug washer is in good condition, and threadthe spark plug in by hand to prevent

34TRANSPORTING/STORAGEContact with a hot engine or exhaust system can cause serious burnsor fires. Let the engine cool before transporting or storing

35Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certainconditions. Perform this task in a well-ventilated area with the enginestopped. Do not

36TROUBLESHOOTINGDRAIN SCREWFUEL VALVE LEVERWhen the engine will not start:Clean the fuelsediment cup.Refill the fuel tank(see page 22).Add the recom-

37No electricity at the AC receptacles:Turn the AC circuit breakerON (see page 17).Take the generator to anauthorized Honda generatordealer.Replace th

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

38TECHNICAL INFORMATIONEMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM INFORMATIONSource of EmissionsTampering and AlteringThe U.S. and California Clean Air ActsThe combustio

39Problems That May Affect EmissionsIf you are aware of any of the following symptoms, have your engineinspected and repaired by your servicing dealer

40Replacement PartsMaintenanceThe emission control systems on your new Honda engine weredesigned, built, and certified to conform with applicable emis

−−−41AIR INDEXExtendedIntermediateModerateDescriptive Term300 hours (0 80 cc, inclusive)500 hours (greater than 80 cc)1,000 hours (225 cc and greater)

±±〔〕 ××−−42Tune-up SpecificationsSPECIFICATIONSITEM MAINTENANCESPECIFICATIONDimensionsEngineGeneratorSpecifications may vary according to the types, a

43Dealer Locator InformationCONSUMER INFORMATIONCustomer Service InformationTo find an authorized Honda Servicing Dealer anywhere in the UnitedStates:

44Shop ManualParts CatalogAccessories CatalogHonda PublicationsThis manual covers complete maintenance and overhaul procedures.It is intended to be us

45WIRING DIAGRAM08/02/05 13:50:43 31ZC2770_046

46INDEX...COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION . 8...

47...PRE-OPERATION CHECK . 21...

3CONTENTS...GENERATOR SAFETY . 5...

48MEMO08/02/05 13:50:51 31ZC2770_049

31ZC277000X31-ZC2-770000X31-ZC2-7700 EG5000Xo2001-2007 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. -All Rights ReservedK2eY1400.2007.12" Printed in JapanOwner’s Manual

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

6Operator ResponsibilityCarbon Monoxide HazardsIMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONHonda generators are designed to give safe and dependable service ifoperate

−−−7Electric Shock HazardsFire and Burn HazardsThe generator produces enough electric power to cause a seriousshock or electrocution if misused.Using