Honda Power Equipment EB2500X User Manual 2

The generator is a potential source of electrical shock

if misirsed. 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.

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

EB2500X HondaGenerator. All information in this publication is based on the
latest product information available at the time of printing. Honda Motor Co.,
Ltd. 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 generator. Please 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 Lfi and
one of three words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.

These mean

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m You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t

follow instructions.

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m You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t

follow instructions.

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m You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions.

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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:

1 NOTICE ) Your generator or other property could be damaged if

you don’t follow instructions.

The purpose of these messages is to help prevent damage to your generator,

other property, or the environment.

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CONTENTS

SAFETY

Safety Label Locations

Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

COMPONENT
CONTROLS

Engine Switch

Recoil Starter ......................................................................

Fuel Valve ............................................................................

Choke Lever.. .......................................................................

Circuit Breaker ....................................................................

Grond Terminal ......................................................................

Oil Alert System ....................................................................

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)

GENERATOR USE

Connections to a Building’s Electrical System
Generator Ground Circuit

AC Applications.. ....................................................................

AC Operation
High Altitude Operation

PREOPERATION CHECK

Engine Oil ............................................................................

Fuel Recommendation

STARTING/STOPPING THE ENGINE..

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IDENTIFICATION

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MAINTENANCE

Maintenance Schedule
Tool Kit .
Engine Oil Change
Air Cleaner Service

Fuel Sediment Cup
Spark Plug

Spark Arrester Maintenance
TRANSPORTING/STORAGE
TROUBLESHOOTING
WIRING DIAGRAM
SPECIFICATIONS

WARRANTY SERVICE

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SAFETY

SAFETY LABEL LOCATION

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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rWARNING

DO NOT USE INDOORS. EXHAUST GAS CONTAINS POISONOUS
CARBON MONOXIDE.

ATTENTION NE PAS UTILISER OANS UN ENDROIT FERME A CAUSE DU

RISOUE D’EMPOISONNEMENT DU GAZ.

LATENCION

NO LO USE’EN LUGARES CERRADOS POROUE EL MONOXIDE

DE CARBON0 ES VENENOSO.

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OCCUPANT’STEST RECORD

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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.

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
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.

Do not connect to a building’s electrical system unless an isolation switch
has been installed by a qualified electrician.

Fire and Bum Hazards

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The exhaust system gets hot enough to ignite some materials.

- Keep the generator at least 1 meter (3 feet) 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.

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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 well-ventilated area

with the engine stopped.

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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

FUEL

ENGINE SWITCH

OIL ALERT LAMP

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\ OILFILLERCAP

AC
RECEPTACLES

AC CIRCUIT BREAKER

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STARTER
GRIP

1 .,,‘a.,,. PLUG

ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER

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FUEL TANK CAP FUEL METER

‘MUFFLER

SPARK PLUG
CAP

FRAME SERIAL NUMBER

Record the engine and frame serial numbers for your future reference.

Refer to these serial numbers when ordering parts, and when making

technical or warranty inquiries (see pagedo)

Frame serial number:
Engine serial number:

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CONTROLS

Engine Switch

To start and stop the engine.

Switch position :

OFF:

ON: To run the engine.

To stop the engine.

ENGINE SWITCH

Recoil Starter

To start the engine, pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt, then pull
briskly.

(1 Do not allow the starter to snap back against the engine.

Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter.

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Fuel Valve
The fuel valve is located between the fuel tank and carburetor. When the
valve lever is in the ON position, fuel is allowed to flow from the fuel tank to
the carburetor. Be sure to return the lever to OFF after stopping the engine.

VALVE LEVER

Choke Lever
The choke is used to provide an enriched fuel mixture when starting a cold
engine.
It can be opened and closed by operating the choke lever manually.
Move the lever to the CLOSE position to enrich the mixture.

~ CHOKE LEVER

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Circuit Breaker

The circuit breaker will automatically switch OFF if there is a short circuit or
a significant overload of the generator at the receptacle. If the circuit breaker

is switched OFF automatically, check that the applicance is working properly
and does not exceed the rated load capacity of the circuit before switching
the circuit breaker ON aaain.
The circuit breaker may be used to switch the generator power ON or OFF.

CIRCUIT BREAKER

Ground Terminal

The gernerator ground terminal is connected to the frame of the generater,
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

that apply to the intended use of the generator.

or local agency having jurisdiction for local codes or ordinances

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GROUN

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
shut down the engine (the engine switch will remain in the ON position). If the
Oil Alert system shuts down the engine, the Oil Alert lamp will flash when you

operate the starter, and the engine will not start. If this occurs, add engine oil

(P.21).

OIL ALEdT LAMP

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