Honda Power Equipment EB3500X User Manual

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m 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.

Thank you for purchasing a Honda generator. We want to help you get the best

results from you 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 discribes the operation and maintenance of the EB3500X

Honda Generator. 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 A 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.

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: pieicq

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.

SAFETY .......................................................................................................

Safety Label Locations Safety Information

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION CONTROLS

Engine Switch Recoil Starter Fuel Valve Choke Rod Circuit Breaker Ground Terminal Oil Alert System Auto-throttle system Circuit Protector Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) Voltage Selector Switch (Dual Voltage System)

GENERATOR

Connections to a Building’s Electrical System Ground System Special Requirements AC Applications.. AC Operation AC Receptacle Selection Auto-throttle System

High Altitude Operation

PRE-OPERATION

Engine Oil Fuel Recommendation

STARTING THE

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USE

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CHECK

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ENGINE/STOPPING THE

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Receptacle

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ENGINE

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MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................

Maintenance Schedule .. . ...................................................................

Tool Kit.. ..............................................................................................

Engine Oil Change..

Air Cleaner Service ............................................................................

Fuel Sediment Cup Cleaning Spark Plug Spark Arrester Maintenance

TRANSPORTING/STORAGE..

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................

WIRING DIAGRAM..

SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................

INSTALLATION CUSTOMER SERVICE

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Service

OF OPTIONAL PARTS

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INFORMATION..

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34 35 37

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SAFETY

SAFETY LABEL LOCATION

These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read them carefully.

If label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda Generator dealer for a replacement.

RNlNG DO NOT USE INDOORS. EXHAUST GAS CONTAINS POISONOUS

CARBON MONOXIDE.

ATTENTION NE PAS UTILISER DANS UN ENDROIT FERME A CAUSE DU

ATENClON NO LO USE EN LUGARES CERRADOS POROUE EL MONOXIDE

RISOUE D’EMPOISONNEMENT DU GAL DE CARBON0 ES VENENOSO.

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- EB3500X HONDAMO

WITH RECOMMENDED OIL BEFORE USING FOR DETAILED EXPLANATION, SEE THE OWNER’S MANUAL.

CAUTION

BE SURE TO FILL CRANKCASE

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VOLTAGE 12Ol24OV FREQUENCY RATED OUTPUT MAX. OUTPUT PHASE FUEL GASOLINE (PETROL:* 4

LTD.

MADE IN JAPAN

60Hz

3.0kVA

3.5kVA

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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

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 exhaust can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death.

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 Burn Hazards

The exhaust system gets hot enough to ignite some materials.

- Keep the generator at least 1 mater (3 feet) away from buildings and other equipme.nt 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 well-ventilated 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.

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH

ENGINE SWIT

RECEPTACLES

AUTO-THROTTLE SWITCH

ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER

GROUND TERMINAL

OIL DRAIN PLUG

GFCI RECEPTACLE

OIL FILLER CAP

FUEL TANK CAP

FUEL METER

SPARK CAP

ANTS IGFCI)

OCCUP TEST RI

ECOlib ’

MUFFLER

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

FRiME SERIAL NUMBER

PLUG

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

technical or warranty inquiries (see page 44)

Frame serial number: Engine serial number:

CONTROLS

Engine Switch

To start and stop the engine

Switch position: OFF:

ON:

Recoil Starter

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

To stop the engine.

To run the engine.

ENGINE SWITCH

-1 Do not allow the starter to snap back against the engine.Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter.

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.

Choke Rod

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

It can be opened and closed by operating the choke rod manually. Pull the rod

out toward CLOSED to enrich the mixture.

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 again. The circuit breaker may be used to switch the generator power ON or OFF.

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 or local agency having jurisdiction for local codes or ordinances that apply to the intended use of the generator.

AC CIRCUIT BREAKER

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 (p. 24) before troubleshooting in other areas.

OIL FILLER HOLE

UPPER LEVEL

Auto-throttle System

The auto-throttle system automatically reduces engine speed when all loads

are turned off of or disconnected. When appliances are turned on or reconnected, the engine returns to the rated speed.

AUTO: OFF:

Recommended to minimize fuel consumption and further reduce noise levels when no load is applied to the generator. The auto-throttle system does not operate.

AUTO-THROllLE

Circuit Protector

The circuit protectors will automatically switch OFF if there is a short circuit or a significant overload of the generator at the 20A 120V GFCI, 20A 12OV twist lock, or 120/24OV twist lock receptacle. If the circuit protector is switched OFF automatically, check that the appliance is working properly and does not exceed the rated load capacity of the circuit before resetting the circuit

protector.

CIR_CUIT PROTECTORS

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) Receptacle

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Using the generator in rain, snow or near water can lead to

death from electric shock. Keep the genetator 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. Examples of ground fault 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 or circuit protector in the control panel which supplies power to the circuit provides that protection (refer to circuit breaker and circuit protector on page 13).

The ground fault circuit interrupter can be identified by the TEST and RESET buttons. The receptacles on the GFCI and the 20 ampere twist lock receptacle (labeled as GFCI protected) are all tested with the TEST and RESET buttons.

TEST BUTTON: RESET BUTTON:

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 fuel tank.

To test, depress the “TEST” button (see page 15). To restore power, depress the “RESET” button (see page

16).

TEST BUlTON RESET BUTTON

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Honda Power Equipment EB3500X User Manual

CONTENTS

SAFETY

SAFETY INFORMATION

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

CONTROLS

Engine Switch

Recoil Starter

Fuel Valve

Choke Rod

Circuit Breaker

Ground Terminal

Oil Alert System

Auto-throttle System

Circuit Protector

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) Receptacle