Honda Automobiles EM3000, EM4000 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

EM3000•EM4000

Thank you for purchasing a Honda generator.

This manual covers operation and maintenance of the EM 3000 and EM4000 generators. All information in this publication is information available at the time of approval for printing.

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make changes at any time 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 remain with the generator when sold.

Pay special attention to statements preceded by the following words:

m Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or loss of life if instructions are not followed.

CAUTION: Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage if instructions are not followed.

NOTE: Gives helpful information. If a problem should arise, or if you have any questions about the generator,

consult an authorized Honda dealer.

based

on the latest product

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w The Honda generator is designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions. Read and understand the Owner’s Manual before operating the generator. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.

CONTENTS

1. GENERATOR SAFETY ................................... 1

2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

3. PRE-OPERATION CHECK ................................. 4

4. STARTING THE ENGINE

5. GENERATOR USE

6. STOPPING THE ENGINE ..................................

7, MAINTENANCE

8. TRANSPORTING/STORAGE ...............................

9. TROUBLESHOOTING

10. SPECIFICATIONS

11. WIRING DIAGRAM ......................................

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1. GENERATOR SAFETY

To ensure safe operation -

Place the generator at least 1 m (3 ft) away from buildings or other equipment when operating the generator.

Operate the generator on a level surface. If the generator is tilted, fuel spillage may result.

Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide. Never run the generator in an enclosed area. Be sure to provide adequate ventilation.

Know how to stop the generator quickly and understand operation of all the controls. Never permit anyone to operate the generator without proper instructions.

Keep children and pets away from the generator when it is in operation.

Keep away from rotating parts while the generator is running.

The generator is a potential source of electrical shocks when misued; do not operate with wet hands. Do not operate the generator in rain or snow and do not let it get wet.

2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH

ENGINE SWITCH

FUEL VALVE ,\ \

RECOIL ,/ STARTER, GRIP

VOLT METER

ENGINE OIL DRAIN PLUi;

PILOT LAMP

AC CIRCUIT BREAKER

DC CIRCUIT

RECEPTACLES

OIL FILLER CAP

FUEL TANK CAP

SPARK PLUG COVER

\ /

FUEL GAUGE

tkJFFLER

3. PRE-OPERATION CHECK

CAUTION: Be sure to check the generator on a level surface with the engine stopped.

1. Check the engine oil level. CAUTION: Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and

service life. Non-detergent or vegetable oils are not reommended.

Use Honda cl-stroke oil, or an equivalent high detergent, premium quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed U.S. automobile manufacturer’s requirements for Service Classification SE or SF. (Motor oils classified SE or SF will show this designation on the container.) SAE low-40 is recommended for general, all-temperature use.

Remove the oil filler cap and check the oil level. If the level is low, fill to the top of the oil filler neck with the recom-

mended oil.

CAUTION: Running the engine with insufficient cil can cause serious engine damage.

-20 0

-30 -20

FILLER HOLi

OIL FILLER CAP

20 40 60 60 1OBF

-10 0 10 20 30 40-c

NOTE: vyhen the oil runs lower than the specified level during operation, the oil alert switch automatically turns off to protect the engine from overheating.

If this occurs, add oil to the top of the filler hole neck, then turn the switch

on and restart the engine according to the instructions.

OIL ALERT SWITCH

2. Check the fuel level. Use any regular grade automotive gasoline (unleaded gasoline is preferred)

with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher. Never use an oil/gasoline mixture or dirty gasoline. Avoid getting dirt, dust

or water in the fuel

tank.

CAUTION: Gasoline substitutes are not recommended; they may be

harmful to the fuel system components.

Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions. Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped.

not smoke

or allow

flames

sparks in the area where the generator

is refueled or where gasoline is stored.

Do not overfill the tank and make sure the filler cap is securely closed

after refueling.

Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Fuel vapor or spilled fuel may ignite. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before starting the

engine.

LEVEL GAUGE

3. Make sure that the AC circuit breaker is OFF and that nothing is con-

nected to the DC terminals. The generator may be hard to start if a load is connected.

AC ClRCUlT BREAKER

DC TERMINALS

4. STARTING THE ENGINE

1. Turn the fuel valve on.

2. Pull the choke rod to CLOSE.

FUEL VALVE

CHOKE ROD

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