Honda Power Equipment GXI 60, GXI 20 User Manual

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operation and maintenance

60

engine. The QXE type is equipped for both

is

based on the latest product infor-

the time of printing.

of

GXI

20

and GXI

at

60

any time

This manual should be considered should remain with the engine if

It

is^

illegal in some areas to operate spa~rk arrester; check local laws and regulations. An optional spark arrester for this engine is available from any dealership displaying the Honda Power

Equipment Engines sign. READ

these symbols and any instructions that follow:

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NOTE: Gives helpful information.

,

~

THIS

OWNER’S

-Indicates serious injury or death

-Indicates a strong possibility that serious injury or

-Indicates a possibility that minor injury can result if

-Indicates that equipment or property damage can

MANUAL

instructions are not followed.

death could result if instructions are not followed.

instructions are not followed.

result if instructions are not followed.

a

permanent part of the engine and

it

is resold.

an

engine without a U.S.D.A. qualified

CAREFULLY.

Pay special attention to

WILL

result if

If alproblem should arise, or if you have any questions about your engine,

consult your Honda engine dealer.

possibility of burns from hot engine components or injury from any equipment the engine may be used to operate. Know how to stop the engine quickly, and understand the operation of all controls. Never permit anyone to operate the engine without proper instructions. Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions.

Refuel or allow flames or sparks stored.

Do

closed properly and securely.

Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Fuel vapor or spilled fuel may

i,gnite.

engine.

Never run the engine

poisonous carbon monoxide gas; exposure may cause

sciousness and may lead to death.

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

before transporting

in

a well-ventilated area

not overfill the fuel tank. After refueling, make sure the tank cap is

If

any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before starting the

it

is hot.

1

meter

To

avoid severe burns or fire hazards, let the engine cool

(3

feet) away from buildings and other equip-

Do

not place flammable objects close to the

with

the engine stopped.

in

the refueling area or where gasoline is

in

an enclosed or confined area. Exhaust contains

it

or

storing

it

indoors.

so

could result

Do

if

oper-

in

not smoke

loss

of con-

per-

3

2.

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

MUFFLER

SPARK PLUG

AIR CLEANER

CHOKE LEVER

FUEL

FUEL FILLER CAP

THROTTLE LEVER

OIL ALERT LAMP

ENGINE SWITCH (QXE type)

CIRCUIT BREAKER (QXE type)

RECOIL STARTER

OIL ALERT LAMP

VALVE

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STARTER GRIP

ENGINE

,

ELECTRIC STARTER (QXE type)

SERIAL NUMBER AND ENGINE TYPE

OIL DRAIN PLUG OIL FILLER CAP

Record the engine model, type and serial number information for your reference. Refer to this information when ordering parts, ing technical or warranty inquiries (see page

36).

and

when mak-

Engine model type and serial number:

4

SWITCH

QXS type

3.

BATTERY CONNECTIONS

(for

electric

Use

a

12

volt battery

Connect the battery positive shown.

Connect the battery negative bolt, or other good engine ground connection.

Check the battery cable connections to be sure the cables are secured and free

of

corrosion. Remove any corrosion

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ends

with

grease.

with

an ampere-hour rating

(+)

cable to the starter solenoid terminal, as

(-1

cable to an engine mounting bolt, frame

of

at least

and

coat the terminals and cable

,STARTER

SOLENOID

starter)

18

AH.

'

the battery gives off explosive gases; keep sparks, flames and cigarettes away. Provide adequate ventilation when charging or using batkeries The battery contains sulfuric acid (electrolyte). Contact pyes may cause severe burns. Wear protective clothing and a face Fhield.

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~-

~

0

Electrolyte is poisonous.

~-

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!KEEP OUT

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NOTICE

0

use

vice

filling

~trolyte to overflow, resulting ~lmmediately wash off any spilled electrolyte.

0

be

;short circuit the battery charging system.

in

an enclosed space.

If

electrolyte gets on your skin, flush

If

electrolyte gets

minutes and call a physician immediately. If

swallowed, drink large quantities of water or milk and follow

milk

of magnesia or vegetable oil and call a physician.

OF

REACH

in

your eyes, flush

OF

CHILDREN.

with

I

only distilled water

life of the battery.

the battery above the UPPER LEVEL line may cause the elec-

careful not to connect the battery

in

the battery. Tap water

in

corrosion to engine or nearby parts.

in

POSITIVE

water.

with

water for at least

reverse polarity, as this

(+I

BATTERY

with

will

shorten the ser-

skin

CABLE

or

15

with

will

4.

REMOTE

(for

throttle

CONTROL

and

choke

LINKAGE

cables)

The throttle and choke control levers are provided

with

holes for optional cable attachment. The following illustrations show installation examples for a solid wire cable and for a braided wire cable.

If

using a braided wire

cable, add a return spring as shown.

It

is necessary to loosen the throttle lever friction

throttle

with

a remote cable.

nut

when operating the

[Remote throttle]

THROTTLE LEVER PIVOT NUT

Flexible wire core

Y

4

mm SCREW

mounting

[Remote choke1

6

WIRE

WIRE HOLDER

THROTTLE LEVER

WIRE HOLDER

.

CHOKE LEVER

’

OPTIONAL

5.

PRE-OPERATION CHECK

I.

ENGINE

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NOTICE

OIL

1

Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service

life. Non-detergent oils and vegetable oils are not recommended.

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

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

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2OW-40.2OW-56

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1

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turer's requirements for Service

Cla'ssification SG.SF/CC.CD. Motor oils classified SG.SF/CC.CD. will show this designation on the contairjer.

SAE

IOW-30

is recommended for general, all-temperature use. Other viscosities shown

in

the chart

-20

I

-30

I

-20

0

20

40

lo

60 80

2o

30

1

-lo

Ambient temperature

may be used when the average

temperature

your area is

within

the

in

indicated range.

I

100°F

I

40"c

1.

Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean.

2.

l~nsert the dipstick into the oil filler neck

3.

Iif

the level is

low,

fill to the top of the oil filler neck

but

do not screw

mended oil.

Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine

damage.

OIL

FILLER

CAP

with

it

in.

the recom-

7

2.

REDUCTION GEAR

<I

/2

reduction with automatic centrifugal clutch>

1.

Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean.

2.

Insert the dipstick into the filler neck but do not screw

3.

If

the level is

mended

low,

for

the engine (see engine oil recommendations on page

OIL

(Only on equipped model)

fill to the upper level mark

it

in.

with

the same oil recom-

7).

Oil capacity:

500

cc

(1

7

US

02,

14

ImD

02)

DIPSTICK/FILLER

p=-y

UPPER

LEVEL

<

1

/6

reduction>

1.

Remove the oil level bolt.

2.

Check the oil level; the oil level is low, remove the filler bolt, and add flow out the

engine (see engine oil recommendations on page

3.

Install the oil level bolt and filler bolt. Tighten them securely.

Oil capacity:

oil

150

it

should reach the edge of the oil level bolt hole. If

oil

level bolt hole. Use the same oil recommended for

7).

cc

(5.1

US

02,

4.2

Imp

02)

FILLER

until

BOLT

DRAIN

it

starts to

CAP

BOLT

the

OIL LEVEL

BOLT

3.

AIR

CLEANER

Never run the engine without the air cleaner. Rapid engine wear will result from contaminants, such as dust and dirt, being drawn through the: carburetor and into the engine.

'I

Check the air cleaner elements to be

..'

sur~e they are clean and

in

good conditi~on. Clean or replace the elements if necessary (p.22).

ELEMENTS

Check the air cleaner element to

1.

be sure they are clean and

condition.

Flean or replace the elements

in

good

if

CYCLONE HOUSING

-

necessary (p.23). Check the cyclone housing, and

2. clean

it

if

it

is

clogged or ex-

ELEMENTS

cessively dirty (p.23).

<Oil

bath

type>

1.

Check the air cleaner element to be sure

or

tion. Clean

2.

Check oil level and condition.

replace the element if necessary (page

OIL LEVEL

it

is clean and

in

good condi-

24).

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Honda Power Equipment GXI 60, GXI 20 User Manual

CONTENTS

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

PRE-OPERATION CHECK