Honda EM650 Owner's Manual
Thank you for purchasing a Honda generator. 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.
This owner’s manual describes the operation and maintenance of the EM650
Honda generator. All information in this publication is based on the latest
product information available at the time of printing. Honda Motor CO., Ltd.
reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without
incurring any obligation. No part of this publication may be reproduced without
written permission.
This manual should be considered a permanent part of the generator and
should remain with it if it is resold.
Safety Messages
Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided
important safety messages in this manual and on the generator. Please read
these messages carefully.
A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others.
Each safety message is preceded by a safety alert symbol A and one of
three words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
These mean
B You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.
m You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.
m
Each message tells you what the hazard is, what can happen, and what you
can do to avoid or reduce injury.
Damage Prevention Messages
You will also see other important messages that are preceded by the word
NOTICE.
This word means:
-1 Your generator or other property could be damaged if you
don’t follow instructions.
The purpose of these messages is to help prevent damage to your generator,
other property, or the environment.
You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
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CONTENTS
SAFETY
COMPONENT
CONTROLS
Choke Lever
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Safety
Safety
Label Locations ..................................................................
Information
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IDENTIFICATION .......................................................
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Engine Switch
Recoil
Starter ................................................................................
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Pilot Lamp ....................................................................................
Ground Terminal
Oil Alert
AC Circuit
System ...........................................................................
Protector
DC Terminals
DC Circuit Protector
GENERATOR USE..
AC Operation
DC Operation
Connecting the
Disconnecting the
High Altitude
PRE-OPERATION
Engine Oil
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Fuel Recommendation..
STARTING/STOPPING THE ENGINE
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battery cables
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battery cables .................................................
Operation.. ..............................................................
CHECK ..............................................................
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MAINTENANCE..
Maintenance
Engine Oil Change
Air Cleaner Service
Spark Plug Service
Spark Arrester
TRANSPORTING/STORAGE
TROUBLESHOOTING
WIRNING
SPECIFICATIONS..
CUSTOMER
INDEX
DIAGRAM
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Schedule
Maintenance
SERVICE
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INFORMATION
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SAFETY
SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS
SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS
These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury.
These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury.
Read them carefully.
Read them carefully.
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda Generator If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda Generator
dealer for a replacement. dealer for a replacement.
0 BATTERY
%K?NG
0 CHARGE DE
EATTERIE
SEULEMENT.
0 ACUMULACION
DE BATERIA
SOLAMENTE.
‘XONDA EM650
. WHEN “SlNG DC OUTPUT. AC LOAD MUST NOT EXCEED 300VA AT 60Hz.
. A L’EMPLOI D’UN COVRANT CONTIN” DE SORTIE. LA CONSOMMATION EN COURANT ALTERNATIF NE PEUT
@PASSER 300VA A UNE FREQUENCE DE 60Hz.
. CUANDO SE UTILICE SALIDA DE CC, EL CONSLJMO DE CA NO DEBERA SER SUPERIOR A 300VA CON 60th.
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PAS
LE PLElN AU OESSUS 0” REPtRE
DE NWEA” MAXIMUM.
MAS DE LINEA DE
n STOP THE ENGINE BEFORE
REFUELING. CHECK FOR
SPILLED FUEL OR FUEL LEAKS.
ICONTR6LER QU’IL N’Y A NI
FUITE NI ESSENCE RtPANOUE
SUR L’APPAREIL. AVANT DE
REFAIRE LE PLEIN: ARRtTER
LE MOTEUR.
n INSPECCIONAR
COMBUSTIBLE DERRAMADO
0 ESCAPE ANTES ECHAR
~N~USSTIBLE: PARAR MOTOR
COMBUSTIBLE AL DEPOSITO.
DE
PARA
ECHAR
AIR CLEANER MAINTENANCE
WCLEAN ELEMENT EVERY 50
HOURS (EVERY 10 HOURS
UNDER DUSTY CONDITIONS).
WASH IN HIGH FLASH-POINT
SOLVENT, SQUEEZE DRY, THEN
DIP IN CLEAN ENGINE OIL AND
SQUEEZE OUT EXCESS OIL.
HOT-. EXHAUST
ECHAPPEMENT - CHAUD
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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
l Know how to stop the generator quickly in case of emergency.
l Understand the use of all generator controls, output receptacles, and
connections.
l Be sure that anyone who operates the generator receives proper instruc-
tion. Do not let children operate the generator without parental supervision.
Carbon Monoxide Hazards
l Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless
gas. Breathing exhaust can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to
death.
l If you run the generator in an area that is confined, or even partially
enclosed, the air you breathe could contain a dangerous amount of exhaust
gas. To keep exhaust gas from building up, provide adequate ventilation.
Electric Shock Hazards
l The generator produces enough electric power to cause a serious shock
or electrocution if misused.
l 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.
l If the generator is stored outdoors, unprotected from the weather, check all
electrical components on the control panel, before each use. Moisture or
ice can cause a malfunction or short circuit in electrical components which
could result in electrocution.
l Do not connect to a building’s electrical system unless an isolation switch
has been installed by a qualified electrician.
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Fire and Burn Hazards
The exhaust system gets hot enough to ignite some materials.
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Keep the generator at least 1 meter (3 feet) away from buildings and
other equipment during operation.
- 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 well-ventilated 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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COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
PILOT LAMP
ACRECEPTACLES
LEFT SIDE COVER
DC TERMINALS
GROUND TEdMlNAL
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ClRCUli PROTECTORS
CHOKE LEVER
FREQUENCY
METER
OIL FILLER CAP
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER
FRAME SERIAL NUMBER
l Record the engine and frame serial numbers for your future reference.
Refer to these serial numbers when ordering parts, and when making
technical or warranty inquiries (see page 39)
Frame serial number:
Engine serial number:
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FUEL TANK CAP
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CARRYING HANDLE
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RECOIL
STARTER GRIP
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AIR CLEANER
SPARK P\LUG
OUTLET
COVER
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CONTROLS
Engine Switch
To start and stop the engine.
Switch position:
OFF:
ON:
Recoil Starter
To start the engine, pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt, then pull
briskly.
I] Do not allow the starter to snap back against the engine.
Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter.
To stop the engine.
To run the engine.
ON
OFF
NGINE SWITCH
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STARTER GRIP
PILOT LAMP
Choke Lever
The choke is used to provide an enriched fuel mixture when starting a cold
engine.
It can be opened and closed by operating the choke lever manually.
Move the lever to the CLOSED position to enrich the mixture.
CLOSED
OPEN
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CHOKE LEVER
Pilot Lamp
The pilot lamp is illuminated when the generator is operating normally. It
indicates that the generator is producing electrical power. If the pilot light is
illuminated, the frequency meter should be displaying 60Hz.
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Ground Terminal
The generater ground terminal is connected to the frame of the generater, the
metal non-current carrying parts of the generator, and the ground terminals of
each receptacle.
Before using the ground terminal, consult a qualified electrian, electrical
inspector or local agency having jurisdiction for local codes or ordinances that
apply to the intended use of the generator.
GROUND TERMINAL
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Oil Alert System
The Oil Alert system is designed to prevent engine damage caused by an
insufficient amount of oil in the crankcase. Before the oil level in the crankcase
can fall below a safe limit, the Oil Alert system will automatically stop the
engine (the engine switch will remain in the ON position). If the engine stops
and will not restart, check the engine oil level (p.20) before troubleshooting in
other areas.
OIL FILLER HOLE
DIPSTICK OIL FILLER CAP
UPPER LIMIT
AC Circuit Protector
The AC circuit protector automatically shuts off the AC receptacle circuit when
the generator is overloaded, when there is a problem with the electrical load;
or the connections between the electrical load and the generator are improper.
PILOT LAMP
AC CIRCUIT PROTECTOR
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