Honda Power Equipment EG2200X, EG1400X User Manual

Owner’s Manual

EG1400X l EG2200X

Thank you tor purchasing a Honda generator. This manual covers operation and maintenace of EG1400X and EG2200X

generators. All information in this publication is based on the latest product information available at the time of approval for 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 the generator when it is 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.

B Honda generators are designed to give safe and dependable service

if operated according to instructions. Manual before operating the generator. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.

Read and understand the Owner’s

CONTENTS

CAUTION LABEL LOCATION GENERATOR SAFETY

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

3. PRE-OPERATION CHECK

4. STARTING THE ENGINE

High altitude operation.

GENERATOR USE ..................................

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

MAINTENANCE

TRANSPORTING/STORAGE

10.

TROUBLESHOOTING

11.

WIRING DIAGRAM

12.

SPECIFICATIONS

13.

WARRANTY SERVICE

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1 .CAUTION LABEL LOCATION

CARBON MONOXIOE CAUTION LABEL

ATTENTION

ATENCION

)XIIIE POISON,NG,

ROT USE lNo00RS DUE TO OAffiER Of CAGGON

NE PAS UTILISER OANS UN ENOROll fERME A CAUSE OU RLSGUE D’EMPOISONNEMENT OU GAZ.

NO LO USE EN LUG DE CARBON0 ES VE

OIL LEVEL LABEL

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GASOLINE CAUTION LABEL

2.GENERATOR SAFETY

To ensure safe operation -

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

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.

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

Keep away from rotating parts while the generator is running.

Connections for standby power to a building’s electrical system must be made by a qualified electrician and must comply,with all applicable laws and electrical codes. Improper connections can allow electrical

current from the generator to backfeed into the utility lines. Such

backfeed may electrocute utility company workers or others who

contact the lines during a power outage, and when utility power is

restored, the generator may explode, burn, or cause fires in the building’s electrical system.

STARTER GRIP

3,COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

DC CIRCUIT BREAKER

OIL FILLER CAP

FUEL FILLER CAP

MUFFLER

4.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. Nondetergent or vegetable oils are not recommended.

Use Honda 4-stroke oil, or an equivalent high detergent, premium quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed U.S. automobile manufacturers’

requirements for Service Classification SG,SF/CC,CD. Motor oils classified SG,SF/CC,CD will show this designation on the container. SAE low-30 is recommended for general, all-temperature use. Other viscosities shown in the chart may be used when the average temperature in your area is within the indicated range.

Remove the oil filler cap, and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Check the

oil level by inserting the dipstick in the filler hole without screwing it in.

If the oil level is below the end of the dipstick, add oil to the upper level mark on the dipstick.

NOTE: The Oil Alert System will automatically stop the engine before

the oil level falls below the safe limit. However, to avoid the inconvenience of an unexpected shutdown, it is still advisable to visually inspect the oil

level regularly.

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2OW-40,2OW-50

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low-30

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-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 .40-c h UPPER LEVEL

OIL FILLkR HOLE

OIL FILLER

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LOWER LEVEL

2. Check the fuel level

Remove the filler cap and check the fuel level. Refill the tank if the fuel level is low.

Your engine is designed to use any gasoline that has a pump octane number (y) of 86 or higher, or that has a research octane number of 91 or higher. Gasoline pumps at service station normally display the pump octane number. We recommend that you use unleaded fuel because it produces fewer engine and spark plug deposits and extends the life of exhaust system components.

Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil/gasoline mixture. Avoid getting dirt, dust or water in the fuel tank. Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause persistent “pinging” or heavy “spark knock” (a metallic rapping noise) which, if severe, can lead to engine damage.

CAUTION: If “spark knock” or “pinging” occurs at a steady engine speed under normal load, change brands of gasoline. If spark knock or pinging persists, consult your authorized Honda dealer. Failure to do so is considered misuse, and damage caused by misuse is not covered by

Honda’s Limited Warranty.

Occasionally you may experience light spark knock while operating under heavy loads. This is no cause for concern,

it simply means your engine is

operating efficiently . Clean the fuel filler screen ragularly.

Fuel tank capacity

EG1400X: 2.7 0 (0.71 US gal) EG2200X: 3.7 P (0.98 US gal)

FUEL FILLER SCREEN

Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions.

Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area where the engine is refueled or where gasoline is stored.

Do not overfill the fuel tank (there should be no fuel in the filler neck.)

After refueling, make sure the tank cap is closed properly and secureIY.

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

Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or breathing of vapor. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

GASOLINES CONTAINING ALCOHOL If you decide to use a gasoline containing alcohol (gasohol), be sure it’s

cotane rating is at least as high as that recommended by Honda. There are two types of “gasohol”: one containing ethanol, and the other containing methanol. Do not use gasohol that contains more than 10% ethanol. Do not use gasoline containing methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) that does not also contain consolvents and corrosion inhibitors for methanol. Never use gasoline containing more than 5% methanol, even if it has con-solvents and corrosion inhibitors.

NOTE:

Fuel system damage or engine performance problems resulting front the use of fuels that contain alcohol is not covered under the warranty. Honda cannot endorse the use of fuels containing methanol since evi-

dence of their suitability is as yet incomplete.

Before buying fuel from an unfamiliar station, try to find out if the fuel contans alcohol, if it does, confirm the type and percentage of alcohol used. If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms while using a gasoline that contains alcohol, or one that you think contains alcohol, switch to a gasoline that you know does not contain alcohol.

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