HONDA EU3000is User Manual
Owner’s Manual
Black
DIC F101
GENERATOR
EU3000is
o2001-2008 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. -All Rights Reserved
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 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
understand its coverage and your responsibilities of ownership. The
Distributor’s Limited Warranty
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.
The illustrations herein are mainly based on: NON-CALIFORNIA TYPE
The illustration may vary according to the type.
Best Wishes,
Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
Distributor’s Limited Warranty
is a separate document that should
to fully
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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
one of three signal words, DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
These signal words mean:
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preceded by a safety alert symbol and
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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.
be or if
be or if
be if you don’t follow
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
GENERATOR SAFET Y.
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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 . 12
................................................................................Fuel Valve Lever . 12
.......................................................................................Choke Knob . 13
..........................................................................Eco-Throttle Switch . 13
.......................................................................Output Indicator Light . 14
...................................................................Overload Indicator Light . 14
................................................................................Oil Alert System . 15
................................................................Parallel Operation Outlets . 15
..........................................................................AC Circuit Protector . 16
....................................................................................DC Receptacle . 16
..........................................................................DC Circuit Protector . 16
...............................................................................Ground Terminal . 17
...................................................................................GENERATOR USE . 18
..................................Connections to a Building Electrical System . 18
.................................................................................Ground System . 18
.......................................................................Special Requirements . 19
.................................................................................AC Applications . 20
.....................................................................................AC Operation . 21
.................................................AC Parallel Operation Applications . 22
.......................................................................AC Parallel Operation . 24
.....................................................................................DC Operation . 25
.........................................................................Eco-Throttle System . 28
....................................................................High Altitude Operation . 29
.......................................................................PRE-OPERATION CHECK . 30
......................................................Is Your Generator Ready to Go? . 30
..........................................................................................Engine Oil . 31
............................................................................................Refueling . 32
....................................................................Fuel Recommendations . 33
........................................................................STARTING THE ENGINE . 34
........................................................................STOPPING THE ENGINE . 36
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......................................................................................MAINTENANCE . 37
......................................................The Importance of Maintenance . 37
..........................................................................Maintenance Safety . 38
............................................Emission Control System Information . 39
.............................................................................................Air Index . 41
.....................................................................Maintenance Schedule . 42
............................................................................Engine Oil Change . 43
...........................................................................Air Cleaner Service . 44
............................................................................Spark Plug Service . 46
...........................................................Fuel Sediment Cup Cleaning . 48
............................................................Spark Arrester Maintenance . 50
................................................................................................Battery . 53
.............................................................................Fuse Replacement . 56
..................................................................TRANSPORTING/STORAGE . 57
......................................................................................Transporting . 57
...............................................................................................Storage . 58
.............................................................................TROUBLESHOOTING . 60
.................................................................................WIRING DIAGRAM . 62
....................................................................................SPECIFICATIONS . 63
.................................................WARRANTY SERVICE INFORMATION . 64
..............................................................Dealer Locator Information . 64
.........................................................Customer Service Information . 64
...........................................................................Honda Publications . 65
......................................................................................................INDEX . 66
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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.
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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 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 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 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.
Use only a Honda approved parallel operation kit (optional
equipment) when connecting two EU3000is 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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OUTPUT
INDICATOR
LIGHT
OVERLOAD
INDICATOR
LIGHT
OIL ALERT
INDICATOR
LIGHT
ENGINE SWITCH
PARALLEL OPERATION
OUTLETS
CHOKE KNOB
FUEL VALVE LEVER
DC CIRCUIT
PROTECTOR
ECO-THROTTLE SWITCH
COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
DC RECEPTACLE
AC CIRCUIT
PROTECTORS
AC RECEPTACLES
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＜＞
NON-CALIFORNIA TYPE
MUFFLER
OIL FILLER CAP/
DIPSTICK
OIL DRAIN
PLUG
OIL MAINTENANCE
COVER
LEFT SIDE
MAINTENANCE COVER
SPARK PLUG CAP
FRAME SERIAL
NUMBER
OIL FILLER CAP/
DIPSTICK
OIL DRAIN
PLUG
OIL MAINTENANCE
COVER
LEFT SIDE
MAINTENANCE COVER
FRONT
HANDLE
AIR
CLEANER
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CALIFORNIA TYPE
MUFFLER
SPARK PLUG CAP
FRAME SERIAL
NUMBER
FRONT
HANDLE
AIR
CLEANER
FUEL TANK CAP
STARTER GRIP
REAR HANDLE
GROUND TERMINAL
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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CONTROLS
ENGINE SWITCH
To start and stop the engine.
Key position:
OFF:
ON:
START:
ENGINE SWITCH
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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SSTTAARRTT
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STARTER GRIP
Use the starter grip to start the engine in the event that the electric
start system is malfunctioning (see page ).
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STARTER GRIP
Directiontopull
FUEL VALVE LEVER
The fuel valve is located on the control panel. When the fuel 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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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
CCLLOOSSEEDD
ECO-THROTTLE SWITCH
TM
OOPPEENN
The Eco-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 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.
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
ON
OFF
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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 (see page ), or if there is a short circuit
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in a connected appliance, or if the inverter is overheated, 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 will automatically 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
turn the engine switch to START or pull the starter grip, check the
engine oil level (see page ) before troubleshooting in other areas.
OIL ALERT
INDICATOR
LIGHT
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PARALLEL OPERATION OUTLETS
These outlets are used for connecting two EU3000is 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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AC CIRCUIT PROTECTOR
The AC circuit protectors will automatically switch OFF if there is a
short circuit or a significant overload of the generator at the 120V 20A
receptacle or 120V 30A locking plug receptacle. If an AC 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 AC circuit protector ON.
AC CIRCUIT PROTECTOR
for Receptacle
AC CIRCUIT PROTECTOR
120V 20A
AC CIRCUIT PROTECTOR
for Receptacle
120V 30A
ON
OFF PUSH
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
OFF
ON
PUSH
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DC RECEPTACLE
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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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. A transfer switch, which isolates
generator power from utility power, is available through authorized
Honda generator dealers.
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 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 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.
Limit operation requiring maximum power to 30 minutes.
Maximum power is:
3.0 kVA
For continuous operation, do not exceed the rated power.
Rated power is:
2.8 kVA
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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