Honda EB11000 Owner's Manual
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas that can build up
to dangerous levels in closed areas.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness or death.
Never run the generator in a closed, or even partly closed area where
people may be present.
The generator is a potential source of electrical shock if misused. Do
not expose the generator to moisture, rain or snow. Do not let the
generator get wet, and do not operate it with wet hands.
Keep this owner’s manual handy so that you can refer to it at any time.
This owner’s manual is considered a permanent part of the generator
and should remain with the generator if resold.
The information and specifications included in this publication were in
effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or
design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation
whatever. No part of this publication may be reproduced without
written permission.
Congratulations on your selection of a Honda generator. We are
certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest
generators on the market.
We want to help you get the best results from your new generator and
to operate it safely. This manual contains the information on how to
do that; please read it carefully.
As you read this manual, you will find inf ormation preceded by a
symbol. That information is intended to help you avoid
damage to your generator, other property, or the environment.
We suggest you read the warranty policy to fully understand its
coverage and your responsibilities of ownership. The warranty policy
is a separate document that should have been given to you by your
dealer.
When your generator needs scheduled maintenance, keep in mind
that your Honda servicing dealer is specially trained in servicing
Honda generators. Your authorized Honda servicing dealer is
dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer your
questions and concerns.
Best Wishes,
Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
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A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important. And using
this generator safely is an important responsibility.
To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided
operating procedures and other information on labels and in this
manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could
hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or maintaining a generator. You
must use your own good judgement.
You will find important safety information in a variety of forms,
including:
on the generator.
Safety Labels
Safety Messages
of three signal words, DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
These signal words mean:
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preceded by a safety alert symbol and one
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You WILL KILLED SERIOUSLY HURT
you don’t follow instructions.
You CAN KILLED SERIOUSLY HURT
you don’t follow instructions.
You CAN HURT
instructions.
such as
Safety Headings
Safety Section
Instructions
This entire book is filled with important safety information please
read it carefully.
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such as
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how to use this generator correctly and safely.
GEN E RATOR SAF E T Y.
be or if
be or if
be if you don’t follow
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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CONTENTS
..............................................................................GENERATOR SAFETY . 5
.......................................................................Safety Label Locations . 5
............................................................Important Safety Information . 7
..............................................................COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION . 9
..............................................................................................CONTROLS . 12
....................................................................................Engine Switch . 12
.....................................................................................Recoil Starter . 12
..........................................................................................Fuel Valve . 13
.......................................................................................Choke Knob . 13
...................................................................................Circuit Breaker . 14
................................................................................Circuit Protector . 15
...........................................Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) . 16
.........................................................................................Hour Meter . 20
.........................................................................Auto Throttle Switch . 20
...............................................................................Ground Terminal . 21
................................................................................Oil Alert System .21
...................................................................................GENERATOR USE . 22
...............................Connections to a Building’s Electrical System . 22
.................................................................................Ground System . 22
.......................................................................Special Requirements . 22
.................................................................................AC Applications . 23
.....................................................................................AC Operation . 24
...................................................................AC Receptacle Selection . 25
........................................................................Auto Throttle System . 26
....................................................................High Altitude Operation . 27
.......................................................................PRE-OPERATION CHECK .28
..........................................................................................Engine Oil . 28
............................................................................................Refueling . 29
.......................................................................Fuel Recomendations . 30
................................................................................................Battery . 31
........................................................................STARTING THE ENGINE . 32
........................................................................STOPPING THE ENGINE . 35
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......................................................................................MAINTENANCE . 36
......................................................The Importance of Maintenance . 36
..........................................................................Maintenance Safety . 37
............................................Emission Control System Information . 38
.....................................................................Maintenance Schedule . 40
............................................................................Engine Oil Change . 41
................................................................................Oil Filter Change . 42
...........................................................................Air Cleaner Service . 43
............................................................................Spark Plug Service . 45
............................................................Spark Arrester Maintenance . 47
...........................................................Fuel Sediment Cup Cleaning . 48
...........................................................................................Fuel Filter . 49
.............................................................................Fuse Replacement . 50
................................................................................................Battery . 51
..................................................................TRANSPORTING/STORAGE . 56
.............................................................................TROUBLESHOOTING . 60
.................................................................................WIRING DIAGRAM . 62
....................................................................................SPECIFICATIONS . 63
.................................................................CONSUMER INFORMATION . 64
...........................................................................Honda Publications . 64
..............................................................Dealer Locator Information .65
.........................................................Customer Service Information . 65
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......................................................................................................INDEX . 66
GENERATOR SAFETY
SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS
These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious
injury. Read them carefully.
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda
generator dealer for a replacement.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Honda generators are designed to give safe and dependable service if
operated according to instructions. Read and understand this owner’s
manual before operating your generator. You can help prevent
accidents by being familiar with your generator’s controls and by
observing safe operating procedures.
Operator Responsibility
Know how to stop the generator quickly in case of emergency.
Understand the use of all generator controls, output receptacles,
and connections.
Be sure that anyone who operates the generator receives proper
instruction. Do not let children operate the generator without
parental supervision.
Carbon Monoxide Hazards
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless and
odorless gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause loss of
consciousness and may lead to death.
If you run the generator in a confined or even partly enclosed area,
the air you breathe could contain dangerous amount of exhaust gas.
Never run your generator inside a garage, house, or near open
windows or doors.
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Electric Shock Hazards
The generator produces enough electric power to cause a serious
shock or electrocution if misused.
Using a generator or electrical appliance in wet conditions, such as
rain or snow, or near a pool or sprinkler system, or when your hands
are wet, could result in electrocution. Keep the generator dry.
If the generator is stored outdoors, unprotected from the weather,
check the ground-fault circuit Interrupter (GFCI), and all other
electrical components on the control panel, before each use.
Moisture or ice can cause a malfunction or short circuit in electrical
components that could result in electrocution.
Do not connect to a building’s electrical system unless an isolation
switch has been installed by a qualified electrician.
Fire and Burn Hazards
The exhaust system gets hot enough to ignite some materials.
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Keep the generator at least 3 feet (1 meter) away from buildings
and other equipment during operation.
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Do not enclose the generator in any structure.
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Keep flammable materials away from the generator.
The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for
a while after stopping the engine. Be careful not to touch the muffler
while it is hot. Let the engine cool before storing the generator
indoors.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain
conditions. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks where the
generator is refueled or where gasoline is stored. Refuel in a wellventilated area with the engine stopped.
Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may ignite after the
engine has started. Make sure that any spilled fuel has been wiped
up before starting the generator.
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FRONT COVER
CONTROL PANEL
BATTERY
COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
TOP COVER
AIR CLEANER
OIL FILLER CAP
FUSE
FRAME SERIAL NUMBER
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FUEL VALVE
RECOIL STARTER GRIP
OIL FILTER
OIL DRAIN BOLT
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LIFTING HOOK FUEL GAUGE
MUFFLER
SPARK PLUG CAP
OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER
＊
FUEL TANK CAP
GROUND TERMINALFUEL FILTER
*
Record the engine and frame serial numbers and date of purchase
for your future reference. Refer to these serial numbers when
ordering parts and when making technical or warranty inquiries (see
64
page ).
Frame serial number:
Engine serial number:
Date of purchase:
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CONTROL PANEL
AUTO THROTTLE SWITCH
AC RECEPTACLES
120V 20A
AC RECEPTACLES
120V 30A
AC RECEPTACLE
120V/240V 50A
(43.8A Max.)
ENGINE SWITCH
CHOKE KNOB
HOUR METER
CIRCUIT
PROTECTORS
20A
CIRCUIT
PROTECTOR
30A (120V)
CIRCUIT
BREAKER
AC RECEPTACLE
120V/240V 30A
CIRCUIT PROTECTORS
30A (120V/240V)
GFCI RESET BUTTON
GFCI TEST BUTTON
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CONTROLS
ENGINE SWITCH
To start and stop the engine.
Key position:
OFF:
ON:
START:
Return the key to the ON position once the engine has started. Do not
use the starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to
start, release the switch and wait 10 seconds before operating the
starter again.
To stop the engine. Key can be removed/inserted.
To run the engine after starting.
To start the engine by operating the starter motor.
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ENGINE SWITCH
RECOIL STARTER
To start the engine, pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt,
and then pull briskly.
Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return it
gently to prevent damage to the starter.
STARTER GRIP
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FUEL VALVE
The fuel valve is located between the fuel tank and carburetor. When
the valve lever is in the ON position, fuel is allowed to flow from the
fuel tank to the carburetor. Be sure to return the fuel valve lever to the
OFF position after stopping the engine.
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OFF
FUEL VALVE LEVER
CHOKE KNOB
The choke knob opens and closes the choke valve in the carburetor.
Pulling the choke knob to the CLOSED position enriches the fuel
mixture for starting a cold engine.
Pushing the choke knob to the OPEN position provides the correct fuel
mixture for operation after starting, and for restarting a warm engine.
CHOKE KNOB
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CIRCUIT BREAKER
The circuit breaker will automatically switch OFF if there is a short
circuit or a significant overload of the generator at the receptacle, or if
the ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) detects a ground-fault
current.
Check the following if the circuit breaker switches OFF automatically:
When the GFCI RESET button is extended (page 18):
Unplug all appliances from the receptacle and check the appliance
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for any defects as described in TROUBLESHOOTING (page 60).
After making repairs, push the GFCI RESET button then turn the
circuit breaker ON.
When the GFCI RESET button is not extended:
Check that the appliance is working properly and does not exceed
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the rated load capacity of the circuit before switching the circuit
breaker ON again.
The AC circuit breaker may be used to switch the generator AC power
ON or OFF.
GFCI RESET BUTTON
CIRCUIT BREAKER
ON
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OFF
CIRCUIT PROTECTOR
The circuit protectors will automatically switch OFF if there is a short
circuit or a significant overload of the generator at the 120V 20A, 120V
30A locking plug, or 120/240V 30A locking plug receptacle. If a circuit
protector switches OFF automatically, check that the appliance is
working properly and does not exceed the rated load capacity of the
circuit before resetting the circuit protector to the ON position.
CIRCUIT PROTECTOR
for Receptacle
CIRCUIT PROTECTOR
for Receptacle
120V 30A
CIRCUIT PROTECTOR
for Receptacle
120V 20A
120V 20A
120V/240V 30A
CIRCUIT PROTECTOR
for Receptacle
CIRCUIT PROTECTOR
ON
OFF
PUSH
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GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (GFCI)
Using the generator in rain or snow or near water can lead to death
from electric shock. Keep the generator dry.
All receptacles on the generator are protected by a ground-fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI) for protection against the shock hazard of groundfault current. The GFCI has TEST and RESET buttons and is connected
to the circuit breaker.
An example of ground-fault current is the current that would flow
through a person who is using an appliance with faulty insulation and,
at the same time, is in contact with an electrical ground such as a
plumbing fixture, wet floor, or earth.
The ground-fault circuit interrupter will not protect against short
circuits or overloads. The circuit breaker in the control panel that
supplies power to the circuit provides that protection (refer to circuit
breaker on page ).14
GFCI TEST BUTTON
GFCI RESET BUTTON
CIRCUIT BREAKER
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Observe the following precautions to ensure proper GFCI operation
and to reduce shock hazards:
Use grounded 3-conductor extension cords, tools, and appliances,
or double-insulated tools and appliances.
Inspect cords and plugs, and replace if damaged.
Do not use cord lengths greater than 164 feet (50 meters), and do
not use multiple tools and appliances with built-in noise filters. Such
use may activate the GFCI and trip the circuit breaker.
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Inspection:
Always check GFCI operation before using the generator.
You risk electric shock if you operate this generator with a faulty GFCI
(ground-fault circuit interrupter).
Test GFCI before use.
If GFCI fails test, do not use your generator. See your Honda dealer.
1.
Unplug all tools and appliances from the generator.
2.
Start the engine.
3.
Turn the circuit breaker to the ON position.
4.
Turn the Auto Throttle switch to
AUTO THROTTLE SWITCH
the OFF position.
5.
Press the GFCI TEST button. The
RESET button should extend, and
the circuit breaker should switch
to the OFF position.
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If the GFCI and circuit breaker do not function as described, take the
generator to an authorized Honda generator dealer for repair.
GFCI TEST BUTTON
GFCI RESET BUTTON
CIRCUIT BREAKER
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6.
Press the GFCI RESET button. The RESET button should stay in,
flush with its base plate.
With the RESET button in and engine running, turn the circuit
breaker to the ON position. The circuit breaker should remain in the
ON position. The circuit breaker will not remain in the ON position if
the RESET button is extended.
If the GFCI and circuit breaker do not function as described, take the
generator to an authorized Honda generator dealer for repair.
GFCI RESET BUTTON
CIRCUIT BREAKER
ON
During generator use, if the GFCI RESET button extends and the circuit
breaker trips, this usually indicates a faulty power tool, appliance, or
load.
If that occurs, perform test steps 1 through 6 to verify that the GFCI
and circuit breaker are in proper working order. If the GFCI and circuit
breaker test correctly, then you will know that the fault is in the power
tool, appliance, or cord. Repair or replace the faulty power tool,
appliance, or cord before further use.
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HOUR METER
The hour meter indicates the hours the generator has been operated.
Use it to determine when schedu led maintenanc e should be
performed (see page ).
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HOUR METER
AUTO THROTTLE
SWITCH
The Auto Throttle system automatically reduces engine speed when
all loads are turned off or disconnected. When appliances are turned
on or reconnected, the engine returns to the rated speed.
ON:
Recommended to minimize fuel consumption and further
reduce noise levels when no load is applied to the generator.
OFF:
The Auto Throttle system does not operate.
Recommended to minimize warm-up time when the generator
is started.
Leave the switch in the OFF position when using appliances that
require only momentary power, that have a power demand of
less than 1 ampere, or that have large startup power demands
(see page ).26
AUTO THROTTLE
SWITCH
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OFF
ON
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