Honda Automobiles EB11000 User Manual
Owner's Manual
EN2000 • EN2500
EB11000
©1996 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. — All Rights Reserved
The generator is a potential source of electrical shock if misused.
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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.
defects or other reproductive harm.
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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
Honda EBl 1000 Generator. All information,in this publication is
based on the latest product information available at the time of
printing. AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC. 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 genera-
tor. Pleasa 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
and one of three words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
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ese mean:
m You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you
don’t follow instructions.
B You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you
don’t follow instructions.
B
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:
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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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ur generator or other property could be damaged if you
don’t follow instructions.
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CONTENTS
SAFETY
Safety Label Locations
Safety Information
COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
CONTROLS
Engine Switch
Recoie Starter
Fuel Valve
Choke KnoB
Circuit Breaker
Circuit protector
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) Receptacle
Hour Meter.. ...........................................................................
Auto-throttle Switch
Ground Terminal
Oil Alert System
GENERATOR USE
Connections to a Building’s Electrical System
Ground System
Special Requirements..
AC Applications
AC Operation -
How to Use the Receptacles
Auto-throttle System
High Altitude Operation
PRE-OPERATION CHECK
Engine Oil
Fuel
Air Cleaner
STARTING THE ENGINE
STOPPING THE ENGINE
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MAINTENANCE
Importance
Maintenance safety
Emission Control
Proper Maintenance is the Owner’s Responsibility
Maintenance Schedule
Engine Oil Change
Oil Filter Change
Air Cleaner Service
Spark Plug Service
Spark Arrester Maintenance
Fuel Sediment Cup Cleaning
Fuel Filter
Fuse Replacement
Battery
TRANSPORTING
TROUBLESHOOTING
WIRING DIAGRAM
SPECIFICATIONS
WARRANTY SERVICE INFORMATION
INDEX
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SAFETY
SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS
The labels shown here contain important safety information. Please
read them carefully, These labels are considered permanent parts of
your generator. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact
your Honda generator dealer for a repiacement.
BE SURE 10 FILL CRANKCASE WITH RECOMMENDED OIL
BEFORE USING.
FOR DETAILED
“OLTAGE
FREQUENCY
RATED OUTPUT
yLEOUVPUT
EXPLANATION. SEE THE OWNER’S MANUAL.
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OlUltCT THIS CENEMTOII I
ElECTRlrA SYSTlY UNLE
SWITCH IUS BEtbl IYSTA
‘WARN,NC 00 NOT USE INOOOAS. EXHAUST GAS CONTAINS POISUNOUS
A~~,ON NE PAS UTILISER DANS UN ENDROll FLRME A CAUSE DU
ATENCjON NO 10 USE EN LUGARES CERRAOOS POROUE EL MONOXIDE
CARBON
MONOXIDE.
RISOUE D’EMPOISONNEMENT OU CAZ.
OE CARBON0 ES VENENOSO.
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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
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Know how to stop the generator quickly in case of emergency.
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Understand the use of all generator controls, output receptacles,
and connections.
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Be sure that anyone who operates the generator receives proper
instruction. Do not let children operate the generator without
parental supervision.
Carbon Monoxide Hazards
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Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless and
odorless gas. Breathing exhaust can cause loss of consciousness
and may lead to death.
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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.
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Electric Shock Hazards
. The generator produces enough electric power to cause a serious
shock or electrocution if misused.
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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.
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If the generator is stored outdoors, unprotected from the weather,
check the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) receptacle, 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 which could result in electrocution.
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Do not connect to a building’s electrical system unless an isolation
switch has been installed by a qualified electrician.
Fire and Burn Hazards
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The exhaust system gets hot enough to ignite some materials.
-Keep the generator at least 3 feet (1 meter) away from buildings
and other equipment during operation.
-Do not enclose the generator in any structure.
-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.
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Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may ignite after the engine
has started. Maka sure that any spilled fuel has been wiped up
before starting,the generator.
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COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
AIR CLEANER
OIL FILLER
CAP
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OIL‘DRAIN BOLT
RiCOIL STARTER
GRID
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LIFTII!lG HOOK
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FUEL VALVE
FUEL TANK
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Record the engine and frame serial numbers for ydur future reference. Refer to these serial numbers when ordering parts, and when
making technical or warranty inquiries (see page 56).
Frame serial number:
Engine serial number:
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CONTROL PANEL
AUTO-THROTTLE SWITCH
AC
RECEPTACLES
20A 120V
FI~~R,E~~~~E~~TAC LE
ENGINE SWITCH
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CHOKE KNOB
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BREAKER
AC RECEPTACLE
50A 12OVI24OV
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AC RECEPTACLE CIRCUIT
30A 12Of 24OV PROTECTORS
30A
ENGINE SWITCH
To start and stop the engine.
Key position :
CONTROLS
OFF:
ON:
START: To start the engine by turning the starter motor.
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.
RECOIL STARTER
To start the engine, pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt,
then pull briskly.
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Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine.
Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter.
To Stop the engine. Key
To run the engine after starting.
OF ENGINE SWITCH
can
be removed/inserted.
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FUEL VALVE
The fuel valve is located between the fuel tank and carburetor. When
the knob is in the ON position, fuel is allowed to flow from the f.uel
tank to the carburetor. Be sure to return the knob to OFF after
stopping the engine.
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FUEi VALVE KNOB
CHOKE KNOB
The choke is used to provide proper starting mixture when the engine
is cold. It can be opened and closed by operating the choke knob
manually. Pull the knob toward the CLOSE position to enrich the
mixture for cold starting
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KNOB
CLOSE
CIRCUIT BREAKER
The circuit breaker protects the individual circuit protectors and the
50A 120/24OV receptacle. The circuit breaker will automatically
switch OFF if the circuit is overloaded or the appliance plugged into
the circuit is faulty. If the circuit breaker switches OFF automatically,
check whether the appliance is working properly or is exceeding the
rated load capacity of the circuit before switching the circuit breaker
ON again.
ON
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OFF
MA;N CIRCUIT BREAKER
CIRCU’IT PROTECTOR
The circuit protectors will automatically switch OFF if the circuit is
overloaded or the appliance plugged into the circuit is faulty. If a
circuit Protector switches OFF automatically, check whether the
appliance is working properly or is exceeding the rated load capacity
of the circuit before resetting the circuit protector.
Circuit Protector
For Receptacle@
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12ov/24Ov
30A
For Receptacle@
FOR Receptacle@
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GROUND-FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (GFCI) RECEPTACLES
BU sing the generator in rain, snow or near water can
lead to death from electric shock. Keep the generator dry.
All of the 20 ampere 120 volt receptacles on the generator are
protected by a Ground-Fault Circuit interrupter (GFCI) for protection
against the hazards of ground fault currents. An example of groundfault current is the current which 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 which
supplies power to the circuit provides that protection (refer to circuit
breaker on page 10).
The ground-fault circuit interrupter can be identified by the TEST and
RESET buttons. The receptacles on the GFCI can be tested with the
TEST and RESET buttons.
TEST BUll-ON:
To test, depress the TEST” button (see page
15).
RESET BUTTON:
To restore power, depress the “RESET” button
(see page 16).
Perform this test monthly to ensure proper operation of the GFCI
receptacle. If the generator is stored outdoors, unprotected from the
weather, test the GFCI receptacle before each use. Record your test
on the GFCI test card provided on the control panel.
TEST Bull-ON
RESET BUlTON
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INSPECTION
Perform the tests below to ensure proper operation of the GFCI
receptacle.
Record your test on the GFCI test card provided on the generator.
Before each use:
If the generator is stored outdoors, unprotected from the weather,
test the GFCI receptacle before each use as described in the monthly,
inspection.
Monthly :
Under normal operating conditions, perform the GFCI test monthly.
1. Unplug all appliances from the generator.
2. Start the engine.
3. Turn the circuit breaker ON.
4. Press the TEST BUTTON
- The RESET BUTTON should extend with a click.
- If the RESET BUTTON does not extend, contact an authorized
Honda generator dealer.
-TEST BUTI-ON
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5. Press the RESET BUTTON
- The RESET BUTTON should be flush with the test button,
- If the RESET BUTTON is not flush with the TEST BUTTON,
contact an authorized Honda generator dealer.
6. When the RESET BUTTON extends during operation:
- Unplug all appliances from the GFCI protected receptacle.
- Press the RESET BUTTON:
IF THE GFCI CANNOT BE RESET: The GFCI is faulty. Contact an
authorized Honda generator
dealer.
IF THE GFCI RESETS PROPERLY: Check the appliance or the
power cord.
RESET BUT-I-ON
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HOUR METER
The hour meter indicates the hours the generator has been operated.
Use it to determine when scheduled maintenance should be performed (see Page 36).
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HOUR METER
AUTO-THRO-lTLE 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.
AUTO: Recommended to minimize fuel consumption and further
reduce noise levels when no load is applied to the genera-
tor.
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 23).
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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.
Ground Terminal
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 (see
page 25) before troubleshooting in other areas.
OIL FILLER CAP
OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK
UPPER LIMIT
LOWER LIMIT
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GENERATOR USE
CONNECTIONS TO A BUILDING’S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Connections for standby power to a building’s 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’s 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. Consult the
utility company or a qualified electrician.
Improper connections to a building’s electrical system can allow
electrical current from the utility company to backfeed into the
generator. When utility power is restored, the. generator may
explode, burn, or cause fires in the building’s electrical system.
GROUND SYSTEM
Honda portable generators have a system ground that connects
generator frame components to the ground terminals in the AC
output receptacles. The AC newtral wire is connected to the system
ground.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
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.
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In some areas, generators are required to be registered with local
utility companies.
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If the generator is used at a construction site, there may be addi-
tional regulations which must be observed.
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