Honda EU3000is User Manual

2eY11000.2008.02" Printed in Japan31ZT761300X31-ZT7-6130o2001-2008 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. -All Rights ReservedOwner’s ManualGENERATOREU3000isBlack

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

9COMPONENT IDENTIFICATIONENGINE SWITCHDC CIRCUITPROTECTORCHOKE KNOBFUEL VALVE LEVERDC RECEPTACLEAC RECEPTACLESPARALLEL OPERATIONOUTLETSOUTPUTINDICATOR

＜＞＜＞10SPARK PLUG CAPMUFFLEROIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICKSTARTER GRIPFUEL TANK CAPGROUND TERMINALREAR HANDLEOIL MAINTENANCECOVERFRONTHANDLEAIRCLEANERFRAME SE

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

12STARTER GRIPFUEL VALVE LEVEROONNOOFFFFSTARTER GRIPFUEL VALVE LEVERDirectiontopullUse the starter grip to start the engine in the event that the elec

13CHOKE KNOBECO-THROTTLE SWITCHON:OFF:TMOFFCCLLOOSSEEDDOOPPEENNONCHOKE KNOBECO-THROTTLE SWITCHThe 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 jurisdi

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

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

19SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSDo not lay the generator on its side when moving, storing, oroperating it. Oil may leak and damage the engine or your property.T

20AC APPLICATIONSMake sure that it is in good working order. Faulty appliances orpower cords can create a potential for electrical shock.Before connec

21AC OPERATIONOVERLOADINDICATORLIGHT (RED)OUTPUTINDICATORLIGHT (GREEN)PLUGPlug in the appliance.Start the engine and make sure the output indicator li

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

−25DC OPERATIONDC CurrentConnecting the battery charging cable (optional equipment):The battery gives off explosive gases; keep sparks, flames, andcig

＋−26ONOFFDC RECEPTACLEDC CIRCUIT PROTECTORRED LEADBLACK LEADYELLOW INDICATORBATTERY CHARGING CABLE(optional equipment)Plug the battery charging cable

−＋−27Disconnecting the battery charging cable:RED LEADBLACK LEADBATTERY CHARGING CABLE(optional equipment)Connect the vehicle battery ground cable to

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

28ECO-THROTTLE SYSTEMOFFONECO-THROTTLE SWITCHTMAppliances with large start-up power demands may not allow theengine to reach normal operating rpm when

29HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATIONAt high altitude, the standard carburetor air/fuel mixture will be toorich. Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption w

30PRE-OPERATION CHECKIS YOUR GENERATOR READY TO GO?Improperly maintaining this generator, or failing to correct a problembefore operation, could cause

31ENGINE OILOIL FILLER CAPAMBIENT TEMPERATUREDIPSTICKUPPER LIMITOIL MAINTENANCE COVERCheck the oil level BEFORE EACHUSE with the generator on a levels

32REFUELINGGasoline is highly flammable and explosive.You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks,

33FUEL RECOMMENDATIONSEMPTYFUEL LEVEL GAUGEFULLTETHER(CALIFORNIATYPE)UPPER LEVELMARKFUEL STRAINERUPPER LEVELMARK (RED)FUEL TANK CAPIf your equipment w

34STARTING THE ENGINESTARTING THE ENGINENever run the generator in a closed, or even partly closed area wherepeople may be present.Exhaust contains po

35Manual starting:When the engine starts, allow the engine switch to return to the ONposition.If the choke knob was moved to the CLOSED position to st

36STOPPING THE ENGINEIn normal use:In an emergency:To stop the engine in an emergency, turn the engine switch to theOFF position.Turn off all applianc

37MAINTENANCETHE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCEImproper maintenance, or failure to correct a problem beforeoperation, can cause a malfunction in which you

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

−−−38MAINTENANCE SAFETYSafety PrecautionsCarbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust.Burns from hot parts.Injury from moving parts.Failure to proper

39EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM INFORMATIONSource of EmissionsThe U.S. and California Clean Air ActsTampering and AlteringThe combustion process produces ca

40Problems That May Affect EmissionsReplacement PartsMaintenanceIf you are aware of any of the following symptoms, have your engineinspected and repai

−−−41AIR INDEX(Models certified for sale in California)ExtendedIntermediateModerateDescriptive Term300 hours (0 80 cc, inclusive)500 hours (greater th

＊＊42MAINTENANCE SCHEDULEREGULAR SERVICE PERIOD (3)ITEMPerform at every indicated monthor operating hour interval,whichever comes first.Firstmonthor20

43ENGINE OIL CHANGEUPPER LIMITOIL DRAIN PLUGOIL MAINTENANCECOVEROIL FILLER CAPDrain the oil while the engine is warm to assure rapid and completedrain

44AIR CLEANER SERVICEUsing gasoline or flammable solvent to clean the air filter can cause afire or explosion. Use only soapy water or non-flammable s

45AIR CLEANER COVERPAPER AIR FILTERReinstall the air cleaner cover.Soak the foam air filter in cleanengine oil and squeeze out theexcess oil. The engi

46SPARK PLUG SERVICERecommended spark plugs:COVER SCREWSPARK PLUGINSPECTION COVERSPARK PLUG WRENCHSPARK PLUG CAPIn order to service the spark plug, yo

−−−−−47SEALING WASHER0.028 0.031 in (0.7 0.8 mm)Measure the spark plug electrode gap with a wire-type feeler gauge.Correct the gap, if necessary, by c

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

48FUEL SEDIMENT CUP CLEANINGAIR CLEANER BASE6 mm NUTSBREATHER HOSE6mmBOLTThe sediment cup prevents dirt or water that may be in the fuel tankfrom ente

49FILTERO-RINGSEDIMENT CUPSEDIMENT CUPUnscrew the sediment cup.Clean the sediment cup, O-ring, and filter in nonflammable or highflash point solvent.R

50SPARK ARRESTER MAINTENANCE6mmBOLTS6 mm CAP NUTSUPPER MUFFLERPROTECTORREAR COVERLOWER MUFFLERPROTECTOR6mmBOLTSREAR UNDER PLATE8mmBOLTSREAR HANDLEIf t

515mmBOLTSEXHAUST TAIL PIPESPARK ARRESTERUse a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arresterscreen.Inspect the screen for breaks or tears an

52LOWER MUFFLER PROTECTORHOOKHOOKLOWERMUFFLERPROTECTORUPPER MUFFLERPROTECTORREAR COVEROIL FILLER NECKREAR HANDLERUBBER DRIPGUARDOIL DRAIN NECKREAR UND

−−−＋＋−＋53Removal:BATTERYWARNING:Wash hands after handling.6 mm CAP NUTSNEGATIVE ( ) CABLEPOSITIVE ( ) CABLEFRONT COVERBATTERY HOLDER BANDBATTERY RUBBE

−−−−54Charging:The battery gives off explosive gasses; keep sparks, flames andcigarettes away from the battery while charging. Provide adequateventila

＋＋−−55Installation:Install the battery in the generator.Install the positive ( ) cable to the battery positive ( ) terminal;then install the negative

56FUSE REPLACEMENT6 mm CAP NUTSFUSE HOLDERFRONT COVERCOLLAR (4)If the fuse is blown, the starter motor won’t operate.If frequent fuse failure occurs,

57TRANSPORTING/STORAGETRANSPORTINGDo not lay the generator on its side when moving, storing, oroperating it. Oil or fuel may leak and damage the engin

4...MAINTENANCE . 37...

＊＊＊＊58STORAGESTORAGE TIME RECOMMENDED SERVICE PROCEDURE TOPREVENT HARD STARTINGUse gasoline stabilizers that are formulated to extend storagelife.Cont

59Storage ProcedureKeep heat, sparks, and flame away.Handle fuel only outdoors.Wipe up spills immediately.Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.Y

60TROUBLESHOOTINGDRAIN SCREWWhen the engine will not start:Is there fuel in thetank?Is there enough oilin the engine?Is the spark plug ingood conditio

61Appliance does not operate:Take the generator toan authorized Hondagenerator dealer.Take the generator to an au-thorized Honda generatordealer.Repla

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±±〔× × 〕〔〕−−＊＊＊＊63SPECIFICATIONSTuneupITEM SPECIFICATIONDimensionsEngineGeneratorMAINTENANCEEZGF25.9 in (657 mm)Spark plug gapValve clearance (cold)Ot

64WARRANTY SERVICE INFORMATIONDEALER LOCATOR INFORMATIONCUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATIONTo find an authorized Honda Servicing Dealer anywhere in the Unite

65Shop ManualParts CatalogAccessories CatalogHonda PUBLICATIONSThis manual covers complete maintenance and overhaul procedures.It is intended to be us

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

67...PRE-OPERATION CHECK . 30...

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

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7Carbon Monoxide HazardsOperator ResponsibilityIMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONBe sure that anyone who operates the generator receives properinstruction.