Honda Power Equipment GXV270 User Manual
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GXV270.340
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OWNER'S MANUAL
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HONDA MOTOR
I-.
CO.,
LTD.
1985
Thank you for purchasing a Honda engine.
the
This manual covers
engines and is based on GXV270 engine. The
both electric and manual starting. The
ting only.
information available
All
information
operation and maintenance of GXV270 GXV340
DA
type
in
this publication is based on
at
the time
of
printing.
DAE
type is equipped for
is
equipped for manual star-
the
latest product
Honda Motor
without notice and without incurring any obligation.
No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission.
Pay special atwntjon to statements preceded by the following words:
CAUTION:
if
instructions are not followed.
NOTE: Gives helpful information.
If a problem should arise, or if you have any questions about your engine,
consult an authorized Honda dealer.
if
vice
Owner’s Manual before operating the engine. Failure to do
in
personal injury or equipment damage.
Co.,
Ltd. reserves the right to make changes at any
Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage
Honda engines are designed to give safe and dependable ser-
operated according
to
instructions. Read and understand the
so
could result
time
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CONTENTS
1 . SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2
.
COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
3
.
BATTERY CONNECTIONS (for electric starter)
4
.
REMOTE CONTROL LINKAGE
5
.
PRE-OPERATION CHECK
6
.
STARTING THE ENGINE
7
.
OPERATION
8
.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
.
High altitude operation
9
.
MAINTENANCE
10
.
TRANSPORTING/STORAGE
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.
TROUBLESHOOTING
12 . SPECIFICATIONS
13 . WARRANTY SERVICE
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1.
SAFETY
To
ensure safe operation
To
prevent fire hazards and to provide adequate ventilation, keep the
engine at least
operation.
Do
not place flammable objects such as gasoline, matches, etc., close
to the engine while
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Refuel
flam,mable and explosive under certain conditions.
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Do
sure that the filler cap
e
If
*
Do
where gasoline is stored.
*
Exhaust gas contains paisonous carbon monoxide. Avoid inhalation of
exhaust gases. Never run the engine
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Operate the engine on a level surface.
may result.
Do
A spark arrester is available as an optimal part for this engine.
in
laws and regulations before operating.
in
not over'fill the tank. There should be no fuel
any fuel is spilled, clean
not sriwke or allow flarnes or sparks where the engine is refueled
not place anything on the engine, as
some
areas to operate an engine without a spark arrester. Check local
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a well-ventilated area
-
ft
away from buildings and other equipment during
it
is running.
with
,the
engine stopped. Gasoline is
is
closed securely.
it
rrp completely before starting the engine.
in
a
closed garage or confined area.
If
the engine
it
INSTRUCTIONS
in
the filler neck. Make
is
tilted, fuel spillage
may create a fire hazard.
It
is illegal
or
3
2.
COMPONENT
RECOIL STARTER STARTER GRIP
IDENTIFICATION
AIR
CLEANER
FUEL FILLER CAP
4
AND ENGINE TYPE
-\
OIL DRAIN
OIL F>LLER CAP
PLUG
\
ELECTRIC STARTER
(DAE
type)
3.
BATTERY
CONNECTIONS
(far
electric
starter)
Use a
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 and coat the terminals and cable
ends
cigarettes away. Always shield the eyes when working near batteries.
CAUTION:
circuit the battery charging system.
12
volt battery
with
grease.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep sparks, flames, and
Do
not connect the battery
with
an ampere-hour rating of at least
(+)
cable to the starter solenoid terminal as
(-1
cable to an engine mounting bolt, frame
in
reverse polarity as this
18
AH.
will
short
POSITIVE
BATTERY CABLE
(+)
STARTER
SOLENOID
5
4.
REMOTE CONTROL LINKAGE
The control lever is provided
wire cable as shown below.
It
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with
5x16mm
a
hole for cable attachment. InstaJ a solid
Do
not use braided wire cable.
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bo't
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1.
ENGINE OIL
PRE-OPERATION
CHECK
5.
CAUTION:
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.
Use Honda 4-stroke oil or
an
equivalent high-detergent, premium
quality motor oil certified to meet or
exceed U.S. automobile manufacturer's requirements for Service
Classification
classified
SE
SE
or
or
SF
SF.
will
Motor oils
show this
designation on the container.
SAE
general, all-temperature use.
Other viscosities shown
1OW-40 is recommended for
in
the chart
-30
-20
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20
40
-20
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-10
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Ambient temperature
10
60
20
80
30
100°F
40°C
may be used when the average
temperature
in
your area is
within
the
indicated range.
1.
Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean.
2.
Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck but do not screw
3.
If the tevel is low, add the recommended oil to the upper mark on
it
in.
the
dipstick.
CAUTION: Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause Serious
engine damage.
DIPS
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2.
AIR CLEANER
Check the air cleaner elements to be sure they are clean and
condition.
Clean or replace the elements
CAUTION:
Never run the engine without the air cleaner. Rapid engine
if
necessary (page
17).
wear will result.
PAPER
ELEMENT
FOAM ELEMENT
in
good
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