HONDA EU 1000i User 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 partially 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 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.
INTRODUCTION
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 information 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
tions.
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 RAT OR SAFET Y .
be or if
be or if
be if you don’t follow instruc-
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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CONTENTS
..............................................................................GENERATOR SAFETY . 5
.......................................................................Safety Label Locations . 5
............................................................Important Safety Information . 7
..............................................................COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION . 9
..............................................................................................CONTROLS . 11
....................................................................................Engine Switch . 11
........................................................................................Starter Grip . 11
.................................................................Fuel Tank Cap Vent Lever . 12
.......................................................................................Choke Lever . 12
.......................................................................Output Indicator Light . 13
...................................................................Overload Indicator Light . 13
System . 14
TM
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..........................................................................................Engine Oil . 28
............................................................................................Refueling . 30
..............................................................................Oil Alert
...............................................................................Ground Terminal . 14
........................................................................Eco-Throttle Switch . 15
................................................................Parallel Operation Outlets . 15
....................................................................................DC Receptacle . 16
..........................................................................DC Circuit Protector . 16
...................................................................................GENERATOR USE . 17
..................................Connections to a Building Electrical System . 17
.................................................................................Ground System . 17
.......................................................................Special Requirements . 18
.................................................................................AC Applications . 19
.....................................................................................AC Operation . 20
.................................................AC Parallel Operation Applications . 21
.......................................................................AC Parallel Operation . 23
.....................................................................................DC Operation . 24
......................................................................Eco-Throttle System . 26
....................................................................High Altitude Operation . 27
.......................................................................PRE-OPERATION CHECK . 28
....................................................................Fuel Recommendations . 32
........................................................................STARTING THE ENGINE . 33
........................................................................STOPPING THE ENGINE . 35
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......................................................................................MAINTENANCE . 36
......................................................The Importance of Maintenance . 36
..........................................................................Maintenance Safety . 37
............................................Emission Control System Information . 38
.............................................................................................Air Index . 40
.....................................................................Maintenance Schedule . 41
............................................................................Engine Oil Change . 42
...........................................................................Air Cleaner Service . 44
............................................................................Spark Plug Service . 46
............................................................Spark Arrester Maintenance . 48
..................................................................TRANSPORTING/STORAGE . 50
......................................................................................Transporting . 50
...............................................................................................Storage . 51
.............................................................................TROUBLESHOOTING . 54
.................................................................................WIRING DIAGRAM . 56
................................................................INITIAL USE INSTRUCTIONS . 57
.............................................................................Adding Engine Oil . 57
.......................................................................................Adding Fuel . 58
....................................................................................SPECIFICATIONS . 61
........................................TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION . 62
.........................................................Customer Service Information . 62
........................................................Distributor’s Limited Warranty . 64
................................................Emission Control System Warranty . 65
......................................................................................................INDEX . 70
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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.
(CALIFORNIA TYPE)
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(CALIFORNIA TYPE)
(NON-CALIFORNIA TYPE)
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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 an area that is confined, or even partially
enclosed area, the air you breathe could contain a 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 all of the 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.
Do not connect to a building electrical system unless an isolation
switch has been installed by a qualified electrician.
Use only a Honda approved parallel operation cables kit (optional
equipment) when connecting two EU1000i generators for parallel
operation.
Never connect different generator models and types.
Fire and Burn Hazards
The exhaust system gets hot enough to ignite some materials.
Keep the generator at least 3 feet (1 meter) away from buildings
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and other equipment during operation.
Do not enclose the generator in any structure.
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Keep flammable materials away from the generator.
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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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COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
PARALLEL OPERATION OUTLETS
AC RECEPTACLES
CHOKE LEVER
ECO-THROTTLE SWITCH
GROUND TERMINAL
OIL ALERT
OVERLOAD INDICATOR LIGHT
OUTPUT INDICATOR LIGHT
DC CIRCUIT PROTECTOR
FUEL TANK CAP VENT LEVER
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INDICATOR LIGHT
DC RECEPTACLE
FUEL TANK CAP
STARTER GRIP
LEFT SIDE
MAINTENANCE
COVER
ENGINE SWITCH
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AIR CLEANER
SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE COVER
SPARK PLUG
MUFFLER
FRAME SERIAL NUMBER
Record the frame serial number for your future reference. Refer to this
serial number when ordering parts, and when making technical or
warranty inquiries (see page ).
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Frame serial number:
Date purchased:
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ENGINE SWITCH
To start and stop the engine.
Switch position:
OFF:
ON:
To stop the engine.
To start and run the engine.
ENGINE SWITCH
STARTER GRIP
CONTROLS
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To start the engine, pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance,
then pull briskly in the direction of the arrow as shown below.
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 TANK CAP VENT LEVER
The fuel tank cap is provided with a vent lever to seal the fuel tank.
The vent lever must be in the ON position for the engine to run.
When the engine is not in use, leave the vent lever in the OFF position
to reduce the possibility of fuel leakage.
FUEL TANK CAP
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VENT LEVER
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CHOKE LEVER
The choke is used to provide proper starting mixture when the engine
is cold. It can be opened and closed by operating the choke lever
manually. Move the choke lever to the CLOSED position to enrich the
mixture for cold starting.
CHOKE LEVER
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OOPPEENN
CLOSED
OUTPUT INDICATOR LIGHT
The output indicator light (green) is illuminated when the generator is
operating normally. It indicates that the generator is producing
electrical power at the receptacles.
OUTPUT INDICATOR
LIGHT (GREEN)
OVERLOAD INDICATOR LIGHT
If the generator is overloaded (in excess of 1,000 VA), or if there is a
short circuit in a connected appliance, the overload indicator light (red)
will go ON. The overload indicator light (red) will stay ON, and after
about four seconds, current to the connected appliance(s) will shut off,
and the output indicator light (green) will go OFF.
OVERLOAD INDICATOR
LIGHT (RED)
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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 indicator light
comes on and the Oil Alert system automatically will stop the engine
(the engine switch will remain in the ON position).
If the engine stops or the Oil Alert indicator light comes on when you
pull the starter grip, check the engine oil level (see page ) before
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troubleshooting in other areas.
OIL ALERT INDICATOR
LIGHT (RED)
GROUND TERMINAL
The generator ground terminal is connected to the frame of the
generator, the metal non-current-carrying parts of the generator, and
the ground terminals of each receptacle.
Before using the ground terminal, consult a qualified electrician,
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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ECO-THROTTLE SWITCH
TM
The Eco-Throttle system automatically reduces engine speed when
TM
all loads are turned off or disconnected. When appliances are turned
on or reconnected, the engine returns to the proper speed to power
the electrical load.
If high electrical loads are connected simultaneously, turn the EcoThrottle switch to the OFF position to reduce voltage changes.
When using the DC output, turn the Eco-Throttle switch to the OFF
position.
ON:
Recommended to minimize fuel consumption and further
reduce noise levels when no load is applied to the
generator.
OFF:
The Eco-Throttle system does not operate.
ECO-THROTTLE SWITCH
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PARALLEL OPERATION OUTLETS
These outlets are used for connecting two EU1000i generators for
parallel operation (see page ). A Honda approved parallel operation
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kit (optional equipment) is required for parallel operation. This kit can
be purchased from an authorized Honda generator dealer.
PARALLEL OPERATION OUTLETS
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DC RECEPTACLE
The DC receptacle should ONLY be used for charging 12-volt
automotive type batteries. The DC charging output is not regulated.
DC CIRCUIT PROTECTOR
The DC circuit protector automatically shuts off the DC battery
charging circuit when the DC charging circuit is overloaded, when
there is a problem with the battery, or when the connections between
the battery and the generator are improper.
DC CIRCUIT PROTECTOR DC RECEPTACLE
OFF
ON
PUSH
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GENERATOR USE
CONNECTIONS TO A BUILDING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Connections for standby power to a building electrical system must be
made by a qualified electrician. The connection must isolate the
generator power from utility power, and must comply with all
applicable laws and electrical codes.
Improper connections to a building electrical system can allow
electrical current from the generator to backfeed into the utility lines.
Such backfeed may electrocute utility company workers or others
who contact the lines during a power outage, and the generator may
explode, burn, or cause fires when utility power is restored. Consult
the utility company or a qualified electrician.
GROUND SYSTEM
Honda portable generators have a system ground that connects
generator frame components to the ground terminals in the AC output
receptacles. The system ground is not connected to the AC neutral
wire. If the generator is tested by a receptacle tester, it will not show
the same ground circuit condition as for a home receptacle.
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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Keep all cooling holes open and clear of debris, mud, water, etc.
Cooling holes are located on the side panel, the control panel, and the
bottom of the generator. If the cooling holes are blocked, the
generator may overheat and damage the engine, inverter, or windings.
Do not lay the generator on its side when moving, storing, or
operating it. Oil may leak and damage the engine or your property.
There may be Federal or State Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) regulations, local codes, or ordinances that
apply to the intended use of the generator. Please consult a qualified
electrician, electrical inspector, or the local agency having jurisdiction.
In some areas, generators are required to be registered with local
utility companies.
If the generator is used at a construction site, there may be
additional regulations that must be observed.
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AC APPLICATIONS
Before connecting an appliance or power cord to the generator:
Make sure that it is in good working order. Faulty appliances or
power cords can create a potential for electrical shock.
If an appliance begins to operate abnormally, becomes sluggish or
stops suddenly, turn it off immediately. Disconnect the appliance,
and determine whether the problem is the appliance, or if the rated
load capacity of the generator has been exceeded.
Make sure that the electrical rating of the tool or appliance does not
exceed that of the generator. Never exceed the maximum power
rating of the generator. Power levels between rated and maximum
may be used for no more than 30 minutes.
Substantial overloading will switch off the AC circuit protector.
Exceeding the time limit for maximum power operation or slightly
overloading the generator may not switch the AC circuit protector OFF,
but will shorten the service life of the generator.
Limit operation requiring maximum power to 30 minutes.
Maximum power is:
1,000 VA
For continuous operation, do not exceed the rated power.
Rated power is:
900 VA
In either case, the total power requirements (VA) of all appliances
connected must be considered. Appliance and power tool
manufacturers usually list rating information near the model number
or serial number.
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AC OPERATION
Start the engine and make sure the output indicator light (green)
1.
comes on (see page ).
2.
Plug in the appliance.
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Most motorized appliances require more than their rated wattage for
startup.
OUTPUT INDICATOR
LIGHT (GREEN)
OVERLOAD INDICATOR
LIGHT (RED)
If the generator is overloaded (in excess of 1,000 VA), or if there is a
short circuit in a connected appliance, the overload indicator light (red)
will go ON. The overload indicator light (red) will stay ON, and after
about four seconds, current to the connected appliance(s) will shut off,
and the output indicator light (green) will go OFF. Stop the engine and
investigate the problem.
Determine if the cause is a short circuit in a connected appliance or an
overload. Correct the problem and restart the generator.
Before connecting an appliance to the generator, make sure that it is in
good order and that its electrical rating does not exceed that of the
generator. Then start the generator and connect the appliance power
cord.
When an electric motor is started, the overload indicator light (red)
may come on. This is normal if the overload indicator light (red) goes
off after about four (4) seconds. If the overload indicator light (red)
stays on, consult your Honda generator dealer.
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AC PARALLEL OPERATION APPLICATIONS
Follow the instructions included with the parallel operation kit.
Before connecting an appliance or power cord to the generator:
Make sure that it is in good working order. Faulty appliances or
power cords can create a potential for electrical shock.
If an appliance begins to operate abnormally, becomes sluggish or
stops suddenly, turn it off immediately. Disconnect the appliance,
and determine whether the problem is the appliance, or if the rated
load capacity of the generator has been exceeded.
Make sure that the electrical rating of the tool or appliance does not
exceed that of the generator. Never exceed the maximum power
rating of the generator. Power levels between rated and maximum
may be used for no more than 30 minutes.
Never connect different generator models and types.
Use only a Honda approved parallel operation kit (optional
equipment) when connecting two EU1000i generators for parallel
operation.
Never connect or remove the parallel operation kit when the
generator is running.
For single generator operation, the parallel operation kit must be
removed.
Substantial overloading that continuously lights the overload indicator
light (red) may damage the generator. Marginal overloading that
temporarily lights the overload indicator light (red) may shorten the
service life of the generator.
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