Honda EU6500is User Manual

31Z2560000X31-Z25-6000o2006 Honda Motor Co., Ltd.-All Rights ReservedN2eY11000.2006.09Printed in JapanOwner’s ManualGENERATOREU6500isBlackDIC F10131Z2

8GENERATOR SAFETYRefuel With CareGasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode.Allow the engine to cool if the generator has been in

31Z2560000X31-Z25-6000o2006 Honda Motor Co., Ltd.-All Rights ReservedN2eY11000.2006.09Printed in JapanOwner’s ManualGENERATOREU6500isBlackDIC F10131Z2

9GENERATOR SAFETYSAFETY LABEL LOCATIONSThese labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause seriousinjury. Read them carefully. If a label comes

10CONTROLS & FEATURESCOMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATIONSOUTPUTINDICATORCIRCUIT PROTECTORSFUEL VALVE LEVERVOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCHECOTHROTTLE SWITCHEN

11CONTROL & FEATURESAIR CLEANERFUEL TANK CAPSTARTER GRIPGROUND TERMINALSTANDOIL DRAIN PLUGOIL FILLERCAP/DIPSTICKFUEL GAUGEHANDLEWHEELMUFFLER TIPSP

−−−−12CONTROL & FEATURESCONTROLSFuel Valve LeverEngine SwitchFUEL VALVE LEVEROOFFFFOONNOOFFFFOONNOOFFFFSSTTAARRTTENGINE SWITCHENGINE SWITCHRREEMMO

−−13CONTROL & FEATURESRecoil StarterEcoThrottle SwitchSTARTER GRIPOFF20°ONECOTHROTTLE SWITCHOFF The EcoThrottle systemdoes not operate. Generatoro

14CONTROL & FEATURESVoltage Selector SwitchSwitch PositionAC Circuit Protectors120/240V:120V ONLY:AC CIRCUIT PROTECTORPUSHONVOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITC

15CONTROL & FEATURESFolding HandleTo Extend The HandleTo Fold The HandleHANDLEHANDLE LOCK LEVERHandletransportpositionGeneratorstationarypositionT

16CONTROL & FEATURESMaintenance CoverWork made with the right maintenance cover open:Work made with the left maintenance cover open:To open:To clo

17CONTROL & FEATURESFEATURESGround TerminalGROUND TERMINALThe ground terminal is connected to the frame of the generator, themetal non-current-car

Keep this owner’s manual handy, so you can refer to it at any time.This owner’s manual is considered a permanent part of the generatorand should remai

18CONTROL & FEATURESOutput IndicatorOverload IndicatorOUTPUTINDICATOR(GREEN)OVERLOADINDICATOR (RED)The output indicator (green) is illuminated whe

19CONTROL & FEATURESOil Alert IndicatorIt blinks.OIL ALERT(RED)The Oil Alert system is designed to prevent engine damage caused byan insufficient

−20CONTROL & FEATURESi-Monitori-Monitor at StartupDisplay Backlight Flashesi-Monitor Displayi-Monitor Display Mode 1 Total Operating HoursSINGLE-D

−−−21CONTROL & FEATURESi-Monitor Display Mode 2 Power Outputi-Monitor Display Mode 3 Engine RPMi-Monitor Display Mode 4 Battery VoltageThis mode d

22CONTROL & FEATURESi-Monitor Low Battery Messagei-Monitor System Error MessagesOVERLOAD INDICATOR LIGHTERROR MESSAGE(Example: E-01)If the generat

23CONTROL & FEATURESFuel GaugeFUEL TANK CAPFULLEMPTYFUEL GAUGEThe fuel gauge is a mechanical device that measures the fuel level inthe tank. The r

24BEFORE OPERATIONARE YOU READY TO GET STARTED?KnowledgeIS YOUR GENERATOR READY TO GO?Your safety is your responsibility. A little time spent in prepa

25BEFORE OPERATIONCheck the EngineBattery Maintenance CoverBATTERY MAINTENANCE COVERCheck the oil level (see page ). A low oil level will cause the Oi

26SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONSOPERATIONBefore operating the generator for the first time, please review theGENERATOR SAFETYsection and the chapter title

27OPERATIONSTARTING THE ENGINEFUEL VALVE LEVEROONNOOFFFFVOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH120VONLY120V/240VONOOFFFFECOTHROTTLE SWITCHRefer to Safe Operating Prec

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

28OPERATIONOONNOOFFFFSSTTAARRTTENGINE SWITCHTurn the engine switch to theSTART position, and hold itthere until the engine starts.When the engine star

29OPERATIONOONNENGINE SWITCHONOOFFFFOOFFFFSTARTER GRIP20°ECOTHROTTLE SWITCHUse the recoil starter whenthe battery voltage is too lowto turn the starte

30OPERATIONStarting the engine with remote control (optional part)OOFFFFOFFENGINE SWITCHREMOTEPILOT LAMPSTART BUTTONFUEL VALVE LEVEROONNDetermine the

31OPERATIONSTOPPING THE ENGINEOONNENGINE SWITCHOONNFUEL VALVE LEVEROOFFFFOOFFFFTo stop the engine in an emergency, simply turn the engine switch tothe

32OPERATIONStopping the engine with remote control (optional part)OOFFFFENGINE SWITCHREMOTESTOP BUTTONPILOT LAMPOOFFFFFUEL VALVE LEVEROONNTurn the eng

33OPERATIONAC OPERATION120V/240V120V ONLYVOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCHOUTPUTINDICATOR(GREEN)OVERLOADINDICATOR(RED)If an appliance begins to operate abnormal

34OPERATIONPLUGMost motorized appliancesrequire more than their ratedwattage for startup.Plug in the appliance.Determine if the cause is a short circu

35OPERATIONAC ApplicationsBefore connecting an appliance or power cord to the generator:Make sure that it is in good working order. Faulty appliances

＋＋＋36OPERATIONAC Receptacle SelectionThe generator has separate main power producing circuits. These twocircuits supply power to different receptacles

37OPERATION120V 20A120/240V 30A120V 30A 120V 20AReceptacle 1 has a 15A load connected to it. Receptacle 3 has a 10Aload connected to it. Both receptac

−−−−−−2A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETYSafety LabelsSafety MessagesSafety HeadingsSafety SectionInstructionsYour safety and the safety of others are very impo

38OPERATIONECOTHROTTLE SYSTEMONOOFFFFECOTHROTTLE SWITCHTMAppliances with large start-up power demands may not allow theengine to reach normal operatin

39OPERATIONSTAND BY POWERSystem GroundConnections to a Building’s Electrical SystemHonda portable generators have a system ground that connects thegen

40OPERATIONSpecial RequirementsThere may be Federal or State Occupational Safety and HealthAdministration (OSHA) regulations, local codes, or ordinanc

41SERVICING YOUR GENERATORTHE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCEMaintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devicesand systems may be performed

−−−42SERVICING YOUR GENERATORMAINTENANCE SAFETYSafety PrecautionsCarbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust.Burns from hot parts.Injury from moving

43SERVICING YOUR GENERATORMAINTENANCE SCHEDULEREGULAR SERVICE PERIOD (3)ITEM EachusePerform at every indicated month oroperating hour interval, whiche

44SERVICING YOUR GENERATORREFUELINGFULLEMPTYFUEL TANK CAPFUEL GAUGEMAXIMUM FUEL LEVEL(FUEL STRAINER SHOULDER)Gasoline is highly flammable andexplosive

45SERVICING YOUR GENERATORFUEL RECOMMENDATIONSUse regular unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 orhigher.You may use regular unleaded gaso

46SERVICING YOUR GENERATORENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECKUPPER LIMITOIL FILLER CAPDIPSTICKCheck the engine oil level with the generator on a level surface and

47SERVICING YOUR GENERATORENGINE OIL CHANGEUPPER LIMITOIL DRAIN PLUGSEALINGWASHEROIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICKOIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICKBLACK RUBBER SEALDrain

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−48SERVICING YOUR GENERATORENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONSSAE Viscosity GradesAMBIENT TEMPERATUREOil is a major factor affecting performance and service li

49SERVICING YOUR GENERATORAIR CLEANER SERVICEAIR CLEANERCOVERCOVER SCREWFOAM AIR FILTERRemove the foam air filter from the air cleaner cover.Reinstall

50SERVICING YOUR GENERATORFOAM AIR FILTER CLEANINGFOAM AIR FILTERA dirty foam air filter will restrict air flow to the carburetor, reducingengine perf

51SERVICING YOUR GENERATORSEDIMENT CUP CLEANINGSEDIMENT CUPO-RINGFUEL VALVE LEVEROFFKEYOONNTurn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position and remove th

52SERVICING YOUR GENERATORRecommended spark plugs:SPARK PLUG SERVICESPARK PLUGINSPECTION COVERCOVER SCREWSPARK PLUG WRENCHBPR5ES (NGK)W16EPR-U (DENSO)

−−−−−53SERVICING YOUR GENERATORSEALING WASHER0.028 0.031 in(0.70 0.80 mm)Inspect the spark plug. Replaceit if the electrodes are worn or ifthe insulat

××54SERVICING YOUR GENERATORSPARK ARRESTER SERVICESPARK ARRESTER5 14 mm PAN HEAD SCREW (2)Install the spark arrester in the reverse order of removal.T

−−−55SERVICING YOUR GENERATORBATTERY SERVICEEmergency ProceduresEyesSkinSwallowingYour generator’s engine charging system charges the battery whilethe

56SERVICING YOUR GENERATORBattery RemovalWARNING:Wash hands after handling.COVER SCREWHANDLEHANDLE LOCK LEVERBATTERY MAINTENANCE COVERBattery posts, t

−−＋＋＋−57SERVICING YOUR GENERATORPOSITIVE ( ) CABLENEGATIVE ( ) CABLEBATTERY STRAPRemove the negative ( ) cable from the battery negative ( )terminal,

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−−＋＋＋−58SERVICING YOUR GENERATORBattery ChargingBattery InstallationThe battery gives off explosivehydrogen gas during normaloperation.A spark or flam

59SERVICING YOUR GENERATORFUSESpecified fuse:FUSE (15A)FUSE HOLDER COVERFUSE (1A)COVERSCREWBATTERYMAINTENANCECOVERIn the event of fuse failure, locate

60STORAGE PREPARATIONCleaningFuelSTORAGEProper storage preparation is essential for keeping your generatortrouble-free and looking good. The following

61STORAGEAdding a Gasoline Stabilizer to Extend Fuel Storage LifeWhen adding a gasoline stabilizer, fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline.If only par

62STORAGEDraining the Fuel Tank and CarburetorDRAIN SCREWGasoline is highly flammable andexplosive.You can be burned or seriouslyinjured when handling

−63STORAGEEngine OilChange the engine oil (see page ).Pour a tablespoon (5 10 cc) of clean engine oil into the cylinder.Remove the spark plug (see pag

64STORAGESTORAGE PRECAUTIONSREMOVAL FROM STORAGEIf your generator will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank andcarburetor, it is important to redu

65TRANSPORTINGIf the generator has been running, allow the engine to cool for at least15 minutes before loading the generator on the transport vehicle

66TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMSENGINE WILL NOT STARTPossible Cause CorrectionFuel valve lever OFF.Engine switch OFF.Out of fuel.Bad fuel; generat

67TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMSENGINE LACKS POWERPossible cause CorrectionAir filter restricted.Bad fuel; generator storedwithout treating or dra

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68TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMSNO POWER AT THE RECEPTACLESPossible Cause CorrectionCheck AC load. Stop and restartthe engine.Check the cooling ai

69TECHNICAL INFORMATIONTECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATIONFRAME SERIAL NUMBERSerial Number LocationRecord the frame serial number in the space below.

70TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATIONCarburetor Modification for High Altitude OperationAt high altitude, the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture wi

71TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATIONEmission Control System InformationSource of EmissionsThe U.S. and California Clean Air ActsTampering and Alteri

72TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATIONProblems That May Affect EmissionsReplacement PartsMaintenanceIf you are aware of any of the following symptoms,

−−−73TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATIONAir IndexAn Air Index Information hang tag/label is applied to engines certifiedto an emission durability tim

±××±−〈 〉−−＊＊74TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATIONTuneup SpecificationsITEM SPECIFICATIONDimensionsEngineGeneratorMAINTENANCESpecificationsEASJEU6500i

75TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATIONWiring Diagram06/09/12 12:29:32 31Z25600_076

＞76TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATIONCONSUMER INFORMATIONDealer Locator InformationHonda PublicationsShop ManualParts CatalogTo find an authorized H

77TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATIONCustomer Service InformationHonda Power Equipment dealership personnel are trainedprofessionals. They should be

6GENERATOR SAFETYOperator ResponsibilityCarbon Monoxide HazardsIMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONHonda generators are designed for use with electrical equip

78ASSEMBLYSAFETYThe Importance of Proper AssemblyImproper assembly can cause anunsafe condition that can lead toserious injury or death.Follow the pro

□□□□79ASSEMBLYImportant Safety PrecautionsCarbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust.Injury from moving parts.Burns from hot parts.Make sure you ha

×××80ASSEMBLYASSEMBLYUnpackingLoose PartsTools Required:Compare the loose parts with the inventory list below.Remove the generator and loose parts box

−− −×××××81ASSEMBLYWheel Kit InstallationTORQUE:AXLEWHEEL (2)8 16 mm FLANGE BOLT (4)816mmFLANGE BOLT (4)STAND20 mm WASHER4.0 28 mmCOTTER PIN (2)SSHHOO

−− −82ASSEMBLYHandle InstallationTo extend handle:TORQUE:SPRING WASHER (2)12 mm WASHER (2)HANDLE ASSEMBLYHANDLEHANDLE LOCK LEVERHANDLE HOLDER BOLT (2)

−− −××83ASSEMBLYRear Bar InstallationTORQUE:REAR BARCAP NUT (2)630mmBOLT(2)17 22 lbf·ft (24 29 N·m , 2.4 3.0 kgf·m)Install the rear bar on the generat

−＋＋＋−84ASSEMBLYWARNING:Wash hands after handling.BatteryTWIST CLIPBATTERY STRAPRED CABLE(POSITIVE ( ) CABLE)BLACK CABLE(NEGATIVE ( ) CABLE)Never opera

85ASSEMBLYEngine OilWITHOUT OILFuelSAE Viscosity GradesAMBIENT TEMPERATUREOIL FILLER HOLEUPPER LIMITOIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICKThe generator is shippedin

86ASSEMBLYBEFORE OPERATIONBattery VoltageCONTROLS & FEATURESGENERATOR SAFETYOPERATIONSTARTING THE ENGINESTOPPING THE ENGINECheck the battery volta

87OPTIONAL PARTSRemote Control KitKNOCKOUTPLUGBATTERY MAINTENANCE COVERRemove the plug from the 6-pin connector.View the back of the maintenance cover

−−−7GENERATOR SAFETYElectric Shock HazardsFire and Burn HazardsThe generator produces enough electric power to cause a seriousshock or electrocution i

88OPTIONAL PARTSCABLE TIEREMOTECONTROL CABLEREMOTE CONTROL BOXGROMMETPLUGBATTERY MAINTENANCECOVERREMOTE CONTROLCABLEPlug the remote control cable into

×−− −×89OPTIONAL PARTSHanger KitTORQUE:HANGER8 16 mm FLANGE BOLT (4)HANGERPROTECTOR FILMHANGERBRACKET (2)Protect the fuel tank and frame pipe with the

90INDEXABCE...AC Applications . 35...

91INDEXFGHIKL...FEATURES . 17...

92INDEXMOQRN...Maintenance Cover . 16...

93INDEXSTUVW...Voltage Selector Switch . 14...

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−−QUICK REFERENCE INFORMATIONFuelSpark PlugBatteryMaintenanceTypeTypePart NumberSubsequentRegular unleaded gasoline withapumpoctaneratingof86orhigherC