Honda Automobiles EM2500X User Manual

The engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State

The generator

not expose the generator to moisture, rain or snow.

generator get wet, and do not operate

Keep this owner's manual handy,

This owner's manual

is

a potential source of electrical shock if misused. Do

Do

not let the

it

with wet hands.

so

you can refer to

is

considered a permanent part of the generator

it

at any time. 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 whatever.

at

any time without notice and without incurring any obligation

No

part

of

this publication may be reproduced without

written permission.

Congratulations on your selection of 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 do that; please read it carefully.

As

you read this manual, you will find information preceded by

VI

damage to your generator, other property, or the environment.

it

safely. This manual contains the information on how to

symbol. That information

a

Honda generator. We are

is

intended to help you avoid

a

We suggest you read the warranty policy to fully understand 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 Honda generators. Your authorized Honda servicing dealer dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer your questions and concerns.

Best

Wishes,

Honda Motor

Co.,

Ltd.

is

specially trained in servicing

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A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY

Your safety and the safety 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, hazards associated with operating or maintaining a generator. You must use your own good judgement.

will

You

including:

Safety Labels - on the generator. Safety Messages - preceded by a safety alert s mbol Band one

of three signal words, DANGER, WARNING, or

These signal words mean:

it

is not practical or possible to warn you about all the

find important safety information

of

others are very important. And using

in

a variety of forms,

8

AUTION.

You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if

you don't follow instructions.

CAN

You you don't follow instructions.

be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if

You

CAN

be

HURT

tions.

Safety Headings - such as

INFORMATION.

Safety Section Instructions - how to use this generator correctly and safely.

This entire book is filled with important safety information

read

it

carefully.

such as

IMPORTANT SAFETY

GENERATOR SAFETY.

if

you don't follow instruc-

2

-

please

SAFETY

These labels warn you injury. Read them carefully.

If

a

generator dealer for a replacement.

LABEL

label comes

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BY

A

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LOCATIONS

off

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INSTALLED

of

potential hazards

or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda

/

that

can cause serious

DO

NOT USE INDOORS. EXHAUST

(WARNING

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.

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CARBON MONOXIDE.

NE

PAS

UTlLlSER DANS UN ENOROIT FERME A CAUSE DU

RISOUE DEMPOISONNEMENT DU GAZ.

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USE

EN

NO DE CARBON0

LUGARES CERRADOS PORQUE EL MONOXIDE

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CONTAINS POISONOUS

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5

'

EM2500X

HONDA

CAUTION DC

WITH RECOMMENDED OIL BEFORE USING. FOR DETAILED EXPLANATION. SEE THE OWNER'S MANUAL. PHASE

4

MOTOR

co.,

LTD.

FREQUENCY RATED OUTPUT 2.3kVA

MADE

IN

VOLTAGE 12V CURRENT 8.3A

FUEL GASOLINE

(PETROL)

JAPAN

1

($

8

'

EM

1800X

HONDA

CAUTION

BE SURE TO FILL CRANKCASE WITH RECOMMENDED OIL BEFORE USING. FOR DETAILED EXPLANATION,

SEE THE OWNER'S MANUAL.

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MOTOR

co.,

LTD.

VOLTAGE

FREQUENCY

RATED OUTPUT 1.5kVA MAX. OUTPUT 1.8kVA PHASE

MADE

DC

VOLTAGE 12V CURRENT 8.3A

FUEL GASOLINE

(PETROL)

IN

JAPAN

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Honda generators are designed to give safe operated according to instructions. Read and understand this owner’s manual before operating your generator. You can help prevent accidents by being familiar observing safe operating procedures.

Operator Responsibility

Know how to stop the generator quickly in case of emergency. Understand the use

and connections. Be sure that anyone who operates the generator receives proper

instruction. parental supervision.

Carbon Monoxide Hazards

Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas. Breathing exhaust can cause and may lead to death.

If you run the generator enclosed, the air you breathe could contain a dangerous amount exhaust gas. adequate ventilation.

Do

not let children operate the generator without

To

keep exhaust gas from accumulating, provide

with

your generator’s controls, and by

of

all generator controls, output receptacles,

in

an

area that is confined, or even partially

and

dependable service if

loss

of consciousness

of

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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

If the generator

in

electrocution. Keep the generator dry.

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 electrical components which could result

Do

not connect to a building electrical system unless an isolation

switch has been installed by

a

qualified electrician.

in

electrocution.

in

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

and other equipment during operation.

-Do

not enclose the generator in any structure.

-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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AIR CLEANER

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

ENGINE SWITCH VOLT METER

~

SEDIMENT CUP

RECOIL STARTER GRIP

DC CIRCUIT PROTECTOR

ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER

9

FUEL TANK CAP FUEL METER

\

MUFFLER

.

PLUG

FRAME SERIAL NUMBER

CAP

*Record the engine

reference. Refer to these serial numbers when ordering parts,

when making technical

Frame serial number: Engine serial number:

and

frame serial numbers for your future

or

warranty inquiries (see page

49

).

10

and

ENGINE SWITCH

To

start and stop the engine.

Switch position:

OFF:

ON:

To

stop the engine.

To

start and run the engine.

ON

(

CONTROLS

[-[

-

ENGINE

RECOIL STARTER

To

start the engine, pull the starter grip lightly until resistance

then pull briskly.

SWITCH

riiZEi4

Do

not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return it

gently to prevent damage to the starter.

is

felt,

FUEL VALVE LEVER

The fuel valve is located between the fuel tank and carburetor. When

ON

the valve lever is in the fuel tank to the carburetor. Be sure to return the fuel valve lever

OFF

position after stopping the engine.

position, fuel is allowed to flow from the

to

the

FUEL VALVE LEVER

CHOKE LEVER

The choke is used to provide proper starting mixture when the engine

is cold. manually. Move the choke lever to the

It

can be opened and closed by operating the choke lever

CLOSED

position to enrich the

mixture for cold starting.

12

~

CLOSED

CHOKE

LEVER

AC CIRCUIT BREAKER

The

AC

circuit breaker circuit or circuit breaker is switched

is working properly and does not exceed the rated load capacity

AC

circuit before switching the

The

ON

an

overload

AC

circuit breaker may be used to switch the generator

or

OFF.

will

automatically switch

of

the generator at the

OFF

automatically, check that the appliance

AC

circuit breaker

OFF

AC

receptacle.

ON

if

there is a short

If

the

again.

AC

of

the

power

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OIL ALERT@ SYSTEM

The Oil Ale& system is designed to prevent engine damage caused

by

an insufficient amount of oil the crankcase can fall below a safe limit, the Oil Alert? system automatically stop the engine (the engine switch

in

the crankcase. Before the oil level in

will

remain in the

will

ON

position). If the engine stops and

page

23

)

before troubleshooting in other areas.

will

not restart, check the engine oil level (see

OIL FILLER HOLE

,

OIL

FILLER

CAP

OIL

FILLER CAP

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, corsult a qualified electrician,

electrical inspector

or

local agency having jurisdiction for local codes

or ordinances that apply to the intended use of the generator.

14

VOLT METER

The volt meter displays the voltage the generator

VOLTAGE ADJUSTMENT

Although voltage adjustment

KNOB

is

usually not required, fine adjustments

is

producing.

may be made by turning the voltage adjustment knob. Use the

generator

VOLT

at

the specified voltage

METER

(1

20

V).

VOLTAGE ADJUSTMENT KNOB

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Honda Automobiles EM2500X User Manual

CONTENTS

SAFETY

SAFETY INFORMATION

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

ENGINE SWITCH

CONTROLS

RECOIL STARTER

FUEL VALVE LEVER

CHOKE LEVER

AC CIRCUIT BREAKER

GROUND TERMINAL

VOLT METER

VOLTAGE ADJUSTMENT KNOB