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The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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.
Keep this owner’s manual handy, so you can refer to it at any time. This owner’s manual is considered a permanent part of the generator 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 at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatever. No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission.
Congratulations on your selection of a Honda generator. We are 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 it safely. This manual contains the information on how to do that; please read it carefully.
As you read this manual, you will find information preceded by a 
symbol. That information is intended to help you avoid
damage to your generator, other property, or the environment.
We suggest you read the warranty policy to fully understand its 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 is specially trained in servicing Honda generators. Your authorized Honda servicing dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer your questions and concerns.
Best Wishes,
Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
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A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important. And using 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, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining a generator. You must use your own good judgement.
You will find important safety information in a variety of forms, including:
Safety Labels on the generator.
Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert symbol 
and one of three signal words, DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
These signal words mean:
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
Safety Headings such as IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
Safety Section such as GENERAT OR SAF ET Y .
Instructions how to use this generator correctly and safely.
This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it carefully.
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CONTENTS |
SAFETY ...................................................................................................... |
. 5 |
Safety Label Locations ....................................................................... |
. 5 |
Safety Information .............................................................................. |
. 6 |
COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION .............................................................. |
. 8 |
CONTROLS .............................................................................................. |
. 10 |
Engine Switch .................................................................................... |
. 10 |
Recoil Starter ..................................................................................... |
. 10 |
Fuel Valve Lever ................................................................................ |
. 11 |
Choke Rod .......................................................................................... |
. 11 |
Voltage Selector Switch (Dual Voltage System) ............................ |
. 12 |
Ground Terminal ............................................................................... |
. 12 |
Oil Alert System .............................................................................. |
. 13 |
Auto Throttle System ...................................................................... |
. 13 |
Circuit Breaker ................................................................................... |
. 14 |
Circuit Protector ................................................................................ |
. 15 |
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) ........................................... |
. 16 |
GENERATOR USE ................................................................................... |
. 20 |
Connections to a Building’s Electrical System ............................... |
. 20 |
Ground System .................................................................................. |
.20 |
Special Requirements ....................................................................... |
. 20 |
AC Applications ................................................................................. |
. 21 |
AC Operation ..................................................................................... |
. 22 |
AC Receptacle Selection ................................................................... |
. 23 |
Auto Throttle System ...................................................................... |
. 26 |
High Altitude Operation .................................................................... |
. 27 |
PRE-OPERATION CHECK ....................................................................... |
. 28 |
Engine Oil .......................................................................................... |
. 28 |
Fuel ..................................................................................................... |
. 29 |
STARTING THE ENGINE/STOPPING THE ENGINE .............................. |
. 31 |
MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................... |
. 32 |
The Importance of Maintenance ...................................................... |
. 32 |
Maintenance Safety .......................................................................... |
. 33 |
Emission Control System Information ............................................ |
. 34 |
Air Index ............................................................................................. |
. 37 |
Maintenance Schedule ..................................................................... |
. 38 |
Engine Oil Change ............................................................................ |
. 39 |
Air Cleaner Service ........................................................................... |
. 40 |
Fuel Sediment Cup Cleaning ........................................................... |
. 41 |
Spark Plug Service ............................................................................ |
. 42 |
Spark Arrester Maintenance ............................................................ |
. 43 |
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TRANSPORTING/STORAGE ................................................................... |
44 |
TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................. |
47 |
WIRING DIAGRAM .................................................................................. |
49 |
SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................... |
51 |
ASSEMBLY ............................................................................................... |
54 |
WARRANTY SERVICE INFORMATION .................................................. |
62 |
INDEX ....................................................................................................... |
63 |
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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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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 accumulating, 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.
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), 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 electrical system unless an isolation switch has been installed by a qualified electrician.
Do not connect to swimming pool equipment installed before adoption of the 1965 national electric code.
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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COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
ENGINE SWITCH
CONTROL PANEL
CHOKE ROD
AIR CLEANER 
FUEL VALVE LEVER
RECOIL STARTER GRIP |
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OIL FILTER CAP/DIP STICK |
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER |
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OIL DRAIN BOLT |
CONTROL PANEL |
120 ONLY 120/240 |
1: Except EB3800X |
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VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH |
GFCI TEST BUTTON
AC CIRCUIT PROTECTORS
GFCI RESET BUTTON
120/240 AC RECEPTACLE
1 
AUTO THROTTLE
SWITCH
CIRCUIT BREAKER
AC RECEPTACLES |
GROUND TERMINAL |
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LIFTING HANGER |
TRANSPORT HANDLE |
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FUEL TANK CAP
FUEL GAUGE
SPARK PLUG CAP
STAND
FRAME SERIAL NUMBER
MUFFLER
WHEEL
*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 page 62 ).
Frame serial number:
Engine serial number:
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CONTROLS
Engine Switch
To start and stop the engine.
Switch position:
OFF: To stop the engine.
ON: To run the engine.
ENGINE SWITCH
ON
OFF
Recoil Starter
To start the engine, pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt, then pull briskly.
Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter.
STARTER GRIP
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Fuel Valve Lever
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 fuel valve lever to the OFF position after stopping the engine.
FUEL VALVE LEVER
OFF
ON
Choke Rod
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 rod manually. Pull the rod out toward CLOSED to enrich the mixture for cold starting.
CHOKE ROD
OPEN
CLOSED
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Voltage Selector Switch (Dual Voltage System)
The voltage selector switch switches the main power carrying windings of the generator to produce ‘‘120V ONLY’’ or ‘‘120/240V’’. If a 240V appliance is connected to the 4-prong receptacle, the switch must be in the ‘‘120/240V’’ position. If only a 120V appliance is being connected to any of the 120V 3-prong receptacles, select the ‘‘120V ONLY’’ position.
Switch Position
120/240V: The 120V and 120/240V receptacles can be used simultaneously.
120V ONLY: ONLY the 120V receptacles can be used. Do not use the 120/240V receptacle in this position. The most power will be available at the 30A 120V locking plug receptacle.
VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH
120/240V 120/240V 120V ONLY
120V ONLY
GROUND TERMINAL
Ground Terminal
The generator ground terminal is connected generator, the metal non-current-carrying parts the ground terminals of each receptacle.
to the frame of the of the generator, and
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.
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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). The Oil Alert
system should not take the place of checking the oil level before eachuse.
If the engine stops and will not restart, check the engine oil level (see page 28 ) before troubleshooting in other areas.
Auto Throttle
System
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.
Switch Position
AUTO: Recommended to minimize fuel consumption and further reduce noise levels when no load is applied to the generator.
OFF: The Auto Throttle
system does not operate.
Recommended to minimize warm-up time when the generator is started and starting load with large start-up power equipments.
AUTO THROTTLE
SWITCH
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
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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, or if the ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) detects a ground fault current.
Check the following if the circuit breaker switches OFF automatically:
When the GFCI RESET button is extended (page 18):
Unplug all appliances from the receptacles and check the appliance for any defects as described in TROUBLESHOOTING (page 48).
After making repairs, push the GFCI RESET button then turn the circuit breaker ON.
When the GFCI RESET button is not extended:
Check that the appliance 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.
GFCI RESET BUTTON
ON
CIRCUIT BREAKER
OFF
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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, 30A 120V locking plug, or 120/240V locking plug receptacle. If a circuit protector switches 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 ON.
CIRCUIT PROTECTORS
ON
1
OFF
1: Except EB3800X
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Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
Using the generator in rain, snow or near water can lead to death from electric shock. Keep the generator dry.
All receptacles on the generator are protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) for protection against the shock hazard of ground fault current. The GFCI has TEST and RESET buttons and is connected to the circuit breaker.
An example 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 in the control panel which supplies power to the circuit provides that protection (refer to circuit breaker on page 14 ).
GFCI TEST BUTTON
GFCI RESET BUTTON |
CIRCUIT BREAKER |
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Observe the following precautions to ensure proper GFCI operation and to reduce shock hazards:
Use grounded 3-conductor extension cords, tools, and appliances, or double-insulated tools and appliances.
Inspect cords and plugs, and replace if damaged.
Do not use cord lengths greater than 164 feet (50 meters), and do not use multiple tools and appliances with built-in noise filters. Such use may activate the GFCI and trip the circuit breaker.
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Inspection:
Always check GFCI operation before using the generator.
You risk electric shock if you operate this generator with a faulty GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter).
Test GFCI before use.
If the GFCI fails testing, do not use your generator. Contact your Honda dealer.
1.Unplug all tools and appliances from the generator.
2.Start the engine.
3.Turn the circuit breaker to the ON position.
4.Turn the Auto Throttle
switch to the OFF position.
5.Press the GFCI TEST button. The RESET button should extend, and the circuit breaker should switch to the OFF position.
If the GFCI and circuit breaker do not function as described, take the generator to an authorized Honda generator dealer for repair.
GFCI RESET BUTTON |
GFCI TEST BUTTON |
CIRCUIT BREAKER
OFF
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6.Press the GFCI RESET button. The RESET button should stay in, flush with its base plate.
With the RESET button in and engine running, turn the circuit breaker to the ON position. The circuit breaker should remain in the ON position. The circuit breaker will not remain in the ON position if the RESET button is extended.
If the GFCI and circuit breaker do not function as described, take the generator to an authorized Honda generator dealer for repair.
GFCI RESET BUTTON
CIRCUIT BREAKER
ON
During generator use, if the GFCI RESET button extends and the circuit breaker trips, this usually indicates a faulty power tool, appliance, or cord.
If that occurs, perform test steps 1 through 6 to verify that the GFCI and circuit breaker are in proper working order. If the GFCI and circuit breaker test correctly, then you will know that the fault is in the power tool, appliance, or cord. Repair or replace the faulty power tool, appliance, or cord before further use.
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