Honda G100 User's Manual
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1. to the OFF position then remove the fuel sediment cup and O ring A WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive and you can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel e Stop engine and keep heat sparks and flame away e Handle fuel only outdoors e Wipe up spills immediately 2 Wash the sediment cup and O ring in nonflammable solvent and dry them thoroughly 3 Place the O ring in the fuel valve and install the sediment cup Tighten the sediment cup securely 4 Move the fuel valve to the ON position and check for leaks Replace the O ring it there is any leakage FUEL VALVE SS O RING N A IE SEDIMENT SPARK ARRESTER optional equipment in some areas it is illegal to operate an engine without a USDA United States Department of Agriculture qualified spark arrester Check local laws and regulations A USDA qualified spark arrester is available from an authorized Honda servicing dealer 19 The spark arrester must be serviced every 100 hours to keep it functioning as designed If the engine has been running the muffler will be hot Allow it to cool before servicing the spark arrester Spark Arrester Removal 1 Remove the two 6 mm nuts and the two screws and remove the muffler cover 2 Remove the two tapping screws from the muffler deflector and remove the muffler deflector arrester plate and spark arrester SPARK ARRESTER ARRESTER PLATE MUFFLER DEFLECTOR MU2. FFLER COVER 6 mm NUTS Spark Arrester Cleaning amp Inspection 1 Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen Be careful not to damage the screen Replace the spark arrester if it has breaks or holes 2 Install the spark arrester in the reverse order of removal 20 HELPFUL TIPS amp SUGGESTIONS STORING YOUR ENGINE Storage Preparation Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your engine troublefree and looking good The following steps will help to keep rust and corrosion from impairing your engine s function and appearance and will make the engine easier to start when you use it again Cleaning If the engine has been running allow it to cool for at least half an hour before cleaning Clean all exterior surfaces touch up any damaged paint and coat other areas that may rust with a light film of oil Using a garden hose or pressure washing equipment can force water into the air cleaner or muffler opening Water in the air cleaner will soak the air filter and water that passes through the air filter or muffler can enter the cylinder causing damage Fuel Gasoline will oxidize and deteriorate in storage Deteriorated gasoline will cause hard starting and it leaves gum deposits that clog the fuel system If the gasoline in your engine deteriorates during storage you may need to have the carburetor and other fuel system components serviced or replaced The length of time tha
3. NING THE FUEL TANK AND CARBURETOR A WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive and you can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel e Stop engine and keep heat sparks and flame away e Handle fuel only outdoors e Wipe up spills immediately 22 With the fuel valve OFF remove and empty the sediment cup Turn the fuel valve ON and drain the gasoline in the fuel tank into a suitable container Replace the sediment cup and tighten securely Drain the carburetor by loosening the drain screw Drain the gasoline into a suitable container FUEL VALVE DRAIN SCREW OIL Engine oil SPARK PLUG HOLE 1 page ta engine oil see allie l A e Ar 2 Remove the spark plug see park plug fZ an N clean engine oil into the cylinder 7 X Pull the recoil starter several times to distribute the oil Reinstall the spark plug 23 Storage Precautions If your engine will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank and carburetor it is important to reduce the hazard of gasoline vapor ignition Select a well ventilated storage area away from any appliance that operates with a flame such as a furnace water heater or clothes dryer Also avoid any area with a spark producing electric motor or where power tools are operated If possible avoid storage areas with high humidity because that promotes rust and corrosion If there is gasoline in the fuel tank leave the fuel valve in the
4. OFF position seepage 9 Keep the engine level in storage Tilting can cause fuel or oil leakage With the engine and exhaust system cool cover the engine to keep out dust A hot engine and exhaust system can ignite or melt some materials Do not use sheet plastic as a dust cover A nonporous cover will trap moisture around the engine promoting rust and corrosion Removal From Storage Check your engine as described in the BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS section of this manual see page 5 If the fuel was drained during storage preparation fill the tank with fresh gasoline If you keep a container of gasoline for refueling be sure it contains only fresh gasoline Gasoline oxidizes and deteriorates over time causing hard starting If the cylinder was coated with oil during storage preparation the engine will smoke briefly at startup This is normal TRANSPORTING Keep the engine tevel when transporting to reduce the possibility of fuel leakage Turn the fuel vaive to the OFF position see 24 TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS 1 Check choke lever Choke lever in wrong Move choke lever to the position position CLOSE position unless engine is warm outona Rere a OO Fuel valve OFF Turn fuel valve ON Bad fuel engine stored a a and carburetor without treating or draining faba ta with gasoline or refueled with bad p22 eer p 13 13 gasoline Clean gap or replace spark improperly gapped plug o 17 bnd Spark plug wet wi
5. SAVE Click SAVE to save this manual to your computer Thank you for choosing Honda HONDA ENGINES OWNER S MANUAL WARNING A The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm K2 Honda Motor Co LTd 2000 31ZG0623 amp 1200 2000 11 00X31 ZG0 6230 1 M PRINTED IN JAPAN INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Honda engine We want to help you to get the best results from your new engine and to operate it safely This manual contains information on how to do that please read it carefully before operating the engine If a problem should arise or if you have any ques tions about your engine consult an authorized Honda servicing dealer All information in this publication is based on the latest product information available at the time of printing Illustrations are based on the G100QA mode 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 engine and should remain with the engine if 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 engine Please read these messages carefully A safety message alerts y
6. a engine dealer Other specifications No other adjustments needed Quick Reference Information ith a pump oclane page 13 Fuel Type Unleaded gasoline w rating of 66 or higher 1 42 1 47 US q Type SAE 10W 30 API SJ for general use Refer to 0 45 2 0 48 US qt Spark plug gap BPMR 4A NGK Gap 0 6 0 7 mm 0 24 0 28 in Refer to page 16 31 Valve Clearance cold CONSUMER INFORMATION Honda Publications These publications will give you additional information for maintaining and repairing you engine You may order them from an authorized Honda engine servicing dealer Shop Manual This manual covers complete maintenance and overhaul procedures It is intended to be used by a skilled technician Parts Catalog This manual provides complete illustrated parts lists Warranty Service Information Honda engine dealership personnel are trained professionals They should be able to answer any question you may have If you encounter a problem that your dealer does not solve to your satisfaction please discuss it with the dealership s management The Service Manager or General Manager can help Almost all problems are solved in this way If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership s management contact the Honda Power Equipment Customer Service Office You can write American Honda Motor Co Inc Power Equipment Division Customer Relations Office 4900 Marconi Dri
7. aded gasoline Unleaded gasoline produces fewer engine and spark plug deposits and extends exhaust system life A WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive and you can be burned or seriously injured when refueling e Stop engine and keep heat sparks and flame away e Handle fuel only outdoors e Wipe up spills immediately Fuel can damage paint and some types of plastic Be careful not to spill fuel when filling your fuel tank Damage caused by spilled fuel is not covered under the Distributor s Limited Warranty FUEL TANK CAP Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or oil gasoline mixture Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank Adding fuel 1 Remove the fuel tank cap 2 Add fuel to the shoulder of the fuel strainer Do not overfill Wipe up spilled fuel before starting the engine ae Fuel tank capacity 1 42 Do not fill above fuel 1 47 US qt strainer shoulder ENGINE OIL SAE Recommended Oil Use 4 stroke motor oil that meets or exceeds the requirements for API 5 W 30 service classification SJ Always TEMPL TE e e F check the API SERVICE label on the j oil container to be sure it includes the 3 20 19 0 10 20 30 ore letters SJ AMBIENT TEMPERATURE SAE 10W 30 is recommended for general use Other viscosities shown in the chart may be used when the average temperature in your area is within the indicated range Oil Level Check 1 Check the oil level with the engine s
8. d built and certified to conform with EPA and California emission regulations We recommend the use of genuine Honda parts whenever you have mainte nance done These original design replacement parts are manufactured to the same standards as the original parts so you can be confident of their performance The use of replacement parts that are not of the original design and quality may impair the effectiveness of your emission control system A manufacturer of an aftermarket part assumes the responsibility that the part will not adversely affect emission performance The manufacturer or rebuilder of the part must certify that use of the part will not result in a failure of the engine to comply with emission regulations Maintenance Follow the maintenance schedule o Remember that this schedule is based on the assumption that your machine will be used for its designed purpose Sustained high load or high temperature operation or use in unusually wet or dusty conditions will require more frequent service 30 Specifications DIMENSIONS G1OOK2 QA Type S100 vias 275 x 270 x 345 ei ae 10 8 x 10 6 x 13 6 Displacement 98 cm 6 0 cu in Bore x Stroke mm in Transi storized magneto Forced Splash PTO Shaft Direction Rated speed is 3 600 rpm Specifications are subject to change without notice Tuneup Specifications SPECIFICATION PAGE See your 0 08 0 16 mm servicing 0 003 0 006 in Hond
9. eration At high altitude the standard carburetor air fuel mixture will be too rich Performance will decrease and fuel consumption will increase A very rich mixture will also foul the spark plug and cause hard starting High altitude performance can be improved by specific modifications to the carburetor If you always operate your engine at altitudes above 1 500 meters 5 000 feet have an authorized Honda servicing dealer perform this carburetor modification Even with carburetor modification engine horsepower will decrease about 3 5 for each 300 meter 1 000 foot increase in altitude The effect of altitude on horsepower will be greater than this if no carburetor modification is made When the carburetor has been modified for high altitude operation the air fuel mixture will be too lean for low altitude use Operation at altitudes below 1 500 meters 5 000 feet with a modified carburetor may cause the engine to overheat and result in serious engine damage For use at low altitudes have an authorized Honda servicing dealer return the carburetor to original factory specifications 27 Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are being blended with alcohol or an ether compound These gasolines are collectively referred to as oxygenated fuels To meet clean air standards some areas of the United States and Canada use oxygenated fuels to help reduce emissions If you use oxygenated fuel be sure it is unleaded and meets the m
10. for the first time please review the SAFETY INFORMATION section on page 3 and the BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS section on page 5 A WARNING Carbon monoxide gas is toxic Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and even kill you Avoid any areas or actions that expose you to carbon monoxide Review the instructions provided with the equipment powered by this engine for any safety precautions that should be observed with engine startup shutdown or operation STARTING THE ENGINE FUEL VALVE 1 Turn the fuef valve to the ON position N 2 Turn the engine switch to the ail U ON position 3 Move the throttle lever down slightly THROTTLE LEVER 4 FOR STARTING A COLD ENGINE CHOKE LEVER Move the choke lever to CLOSE position 5 FOR RESTARTING A WARM ENGINE Do not use the choke when the engine is warm or the air temperature is high 6 Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt then pull briskly STARTER GRIP Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter 7 If the choke was used to start the engine move the choke lever to the open position as soon as the engine warms up enough to run smoothly without use of the choke CHOKE LEVER SETTING ENGINE SPEED Position the throttle lever for the desired engine speed Some engine applications use are remotely mounted throttle control rather than the engine
11. ick securely 15 AIR CLEANER A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor and cause poor engine performance Inspect the filter element each time the engine is operated You will need to clean the filter element more frequently than usual if you operate the engine in very dusty areas Operating the engine without a filter or with damaged filter will allow dirt to enter the engine causing rapid engine wear This type of damage is not covered under the Distributor s Limited Warranty Inspection 1 Remove the wing nut then remove the air cleaner cover Be careful to prevent dirt and debris from falling into the air cleaner base 2 Remove the foam filter element from the air cleaner base 3 Inspect the filter element Replace a damaged filter Clean or replace a dirty filter ELEMENT CLEANING 1 Clean the air filter with warm soapy water rinse and ailow to dry thoroughly Or clean in nonflammable solvent and allow to dry 2 Dip the filter in clean engine oil WING NUT then squeeze out all excess oil The engine will smoke when AIR R started if too much oil is left in o the foam 3 Wipe dirt from the air cleaner body and cover using a moist rag Be careful to prevent dirt from maring the carburetor SPARK PLUG Recommended Spark Plug NGK BPMR 4A The recommended spark plug is the correct heat range for normal engine operating temperatures Incorrect spark plug can cause engine da
12. inimum octane rating requirements Before using an oxygenated fuel try to confirm the fuel s contents Some states provinces require this information to be posted on the pump The following are the EPA approved percentages of oxygenates ETHANOL ethyl or grain alcohol 10 by volume You may use gasoline containing up to 10 ethanol by volume Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the name Gasohol MTBE methyl tertiary butyl ether 15 by volume You may use gasoline containing up to 15 MTBE by volume METHANOL methyl or wood alcohol 5 by volume You may use gasoline containing up to 5 methanol by volume as long as it also contains cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors to protect the fuel system Gasoline containing more than 5 methanol by volume may cause starting and or performance problems It may also damage metal rubber and plastic parts of your fuel system If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than the percentages of oxygenates mentioned above are not covered under the Distributor s Limited Warranty 28 Emission Control System Information Source of Emissions The combustion process produces carbon monoxide oxides of nitrogen and hydrocarbons Contro of hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen is very impor
13. kills required To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion be careful when working around gasoline Use only a nonflammabie solvent not gasoline to clean parts Keep cigarettes sparks and flames away from all fuel related parts Remember that an authorized Honda servicing dealer knows your engine best and is fully equipped to maintain and repair it To ensure the best quality and reliability use only new genuine Honda parts or their equivalents for repair and replacement 11 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD 3 Perform at every indicated month or operating hour interval whichever comes first Engine oil Check level i Change Air cleaner Check K Clean i Spark plug Check readjust Replace Sedimentoup Cean Spark arrester cen e Idle speed Check adjust p Combustion chamber Valve Clearance Fuel tank amp filter Clean e Fuel line Check Every 2 years Replace if necessary 2 e Emission related items 1 Service more frequently when used in dusty areas 2 These items should be serviced by your servicing dealer unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient Refer to Honda shop manual for service procedures 3 For commercial use log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals 12 REFUELING Use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher This engine is certified to operate on unle
14. le it is running COMPONENT amp CONTROL LOCATION CHOKE LEVER FUEL VALVE AIR CLEANER THROTTLE LEVER STARTER GRIP FUEL TANK FUEL FILLER CAP SPARK PLUG lt a f MUFFLER OIL FILLER CAP OIL DRAIN PLUG BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS IS YOUR ENGINE READY TO GO For your safety and to maximize the service life of your equipment it is very important to take a few moments before you operate the engine to check its condition Be sure to take care of any problem you find or have your servicing dealer correct it before you operate the engine A WARNING Improperly maintaining this engine or failure to correct a problem before operation can cause a malfunction in which you can be seriously hurt or killed Always perform a preoperation inspection before each operation and correct any problem Before beginning your preoperation checks be sure the engine is level and the engine switch is the OFF position Always check the following items before you start the engine 1 Fuel level see page 13 2 Oil level see page 14 3 Air cleaner see page 16 4 General inspection Check for fluid leaks and loose or damaged parts 5 Check the equipment powered by this engine Review the instructions provided with the equipment powered by this engine for any precautions and procedures that should be followed before engine startup 5 OPERATION SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS Before operating the engine
15. mage SPARK For good performance the PLUG spark plug must be properly oF WRENCH gapped and free of deposits J0 3 1 Disconnect the cap from Zi a lt D the spark plug and remove A gt any dirt from the spark plug AK LAON area ZEISS 2 Use the proper size spark rw MN plug wrench to remove the we A spark plug i 3 Inspect the spark plug Replace it if G i damaged badly fouled if the sealing SPARK PLUG CAP washer is in poor condition or if the electrode is worn If the spark plug is 0 6 0 7 mm to be reused clean it with a wire t 0 024 0 028 in brush 4 Measure the electrode gap with a suitable gauge The correct gap is 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 in If adjustment is needed correct the gap by carefully bending the side electrode 17 n Install the spark plug carefully by hand to avoid cross threading After the spark plug is seated tighten with the proper size spark plug wrench to compress the washer 7 When installing a new spark plug tighten 1 2 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer 8 When reinstalling the original spark plug tighten 1 8 1 4 turn after the spark plug seats fo compress the washer A loose spark plug can become very hot and can damage the engine Overtightening the spark plug can damage the threads in the cylinder head 9 Attach the spark plug cap to the spark plug D 18 SEDIMENT CUP CLEANING 1 Move the fuel valve
16. mounted throttle lever snown here X For engine speed recommendations refer to the instructions provided with the equipment powered by this engine THROTTLE LEVER STOPPING THE ENGINE To stop the engine in an emergency turn the engine switch to the OFF position Under normal conditions use the following procedure 1 Move the throttle lever up fully Some engine applications use remotely mounted throttle control rather than the engine mounted throttle lever snown here THROTTLE LEVER 2 Turn the engine switch to the OFF position 3 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position FUEL VALVE SERVICING YOUR HONDA ENGINE THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE Good maintenance is essential for safe economical and trouble free operation It will also help reduce pollution A WARNING Improper maintenance or failure to correct a problem before operation can cause a malfunction in which you can be seriously hurt or killed Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner s manual To help you properly care for your engine the following pages include a maintenance schedule routine inspection procedures and simple maintenance procedures using basic hand tools Other service tasks that are more difficult or require special tools are best handled by profession als and are normally performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic The maintenance sched
17. ou to potential hazards that could hurt you or others Each safety message is preceded by a safety alert symbol A and one of three signal words DANGER WARNING or CAUTION These signal words mean You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY A DANGER HURT if you don t follow instructions You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY A WARNING HURT if you don t follow instructions You CAN be HURT if you don t follow A CAUTION instructions Each message tells you what the hazard is what can happen and what you can do to avoid or reduce injury 2 DAMAGE PREVENTION MESSAGES You will also see other important messages that are preceded by the word NOTICE This word means Your engine or other property can be damaged NOTICE if you don t follow instructions The purpose of these messages is to help prevent damage to your engine other property or the environment SAFETY INFORMATION e Understand the operation of all controls and learn how to stop the engine quickly in case of emergency Make sure the operator receives adequate instruction before operating the equipment e Your engine s exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide Do not run the engine without adequate ventilation and never run the engine indoors e The engine and exhaust become very hot during operation Keep the engine at least 1 meter 3 feet away from buildings and other equipment during operation Keep flammabie materials away and do not place anything on the engine whi
18. t gasoline can be left in your fuel tank and carburetor without causing functional problems will vary with such factors as gasoline blend your storage temperatures and whether the fuel tank is partially or completely filled The air in a partially filled fuel tank promotes fuel deterio ration Very warm storage temperatures accelerate fuel deterioration Fuel problems may occur within a few months or even less if the gasoline was not fresh when you filled the fue tank 21 Fuel system damage or engine performance problems resulting from neglected storage preparation are not covered under the Distributor s Limited Warranty You can extend fuel storage life by adding a gasoline stabilizer that is formulated for that purpose or you can avoid fue deterioration problems by draining the fuel tank and carburetor ADDING A GASOLINE STABILIZER TO EXTEND FUEL STORAGE LIFE When adding a gasoline stabilizer fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline If only partially filled air in the tank will promote fuel deterioration during storage If you keep a container of gasoline for refueling be sure that it contains only fresh gasoline 1 Add gasoline stabilizer following the manufacturer s instructions 2 After adding a gasoline stabilizer run the engine outdoors for 10 minutes to be sure that treated gasoline has replaced the untreated gasoline in the carburetor 3 ef f i engine and turn the fuel valve to the OFF position see Val DRAI
19. tant because under certain conditions they react to form photochemical smog when subjected to sunlight Carbon monoxide does not react in the same way but it is toxic Honda utilizes lean carburetor settings and other systems to reduce the emissions of carbon monoxide oxides of nitrogen and hydrocarbons The U S and California Clean Air Acts EPA and California regulations require all manufacturers to furnish written instructions describing the operation and maintenance of emission control systems The following instructions and procedures must be followed in order to keep the emissions from your Honda engine within the emission standards Tampering and Altering Tampering with or altering the emission contro system may increase emissions beyond the legal limit Among those acts that constitute tampering are e Removal or alteration of any part of the intake fuel or exhaust systems e Altering or defeating the governor linkage or speed adjusting mechanism to cause the engine to operate outside its design parameters 29 Probiems That May Affect Emissions lf you are aware of any of the following symptoms have your engine inspected and repaired by your servicing dealer Hard starting or stalling after starting Rough idle Misfiring or backfiring under load Afterburning backfiring Black exhaust smoke or high fuel consumption Replacement Parts The emission control systems on your Honda engine were designe
20. th fuel Dry and reinstall spark plug flooded engine nto start the engine Replace or repair faulty components as necessary 2 Check fuel 3 Remove and inspect spark plug 4 Take the Honda engine to a Honda engine dealer or refer to shop manual Fue filter clogged carburetor malfunction ignition malfunction compression problem LOSS OF POWER POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION 1 Check air filters Air filters clogged Clean or replace air filters p 16 2 Check fuel Bad fuel engine stored Drain fuel tank and carburetor without treating or draining p 22 and 23 Refuel with gasoline or refueled with bad fresh gasoline p 13 gasoline 3 Check throttle lever Throttle lever in wrong Position the throttle lever in position position fast position 4 Take the engine to your Fuel filter clogged carburetor Replace or repair faulty servicing Honda engine malfunction ignition components as necessary dealer or refer to the shop malfunction compression manual problem 25 TECHNICAL amp CONSUMER INFORMATION TECHNICAL INFORMATION Serial Number Location Record the engine serial number in the space below You will need this information when ordering parts and when making technical or warranty inquiries Engine serial number GJAE 26 Carburetor Modification For High Altitude Op
21. topped and level 2 Remove the oil filler cap dipstick and wipe it clean 3 Insert the oil filler cap dipstick into the oil filler neck as shown but do not screw it in then remove it to check the oil level 4 If the level is low fill to the top of the oil filler neck with the recommended oil 5 Reinstall the oil filler cap dipstick OIL FILLER CAP UPPER DIPSTICK LIMIT 14 Oil Change Drain the engine oil when the engine is warm Warm oil drains quickly and completely 1 Place a suitable container next to the oil drain bolt area 2 Wipe the oil filler area clean then remove the oil filler cap dipstick 3 Remove the oil drain bolt and sealing washer and allow the oil to drain into a suitable container After draining install the drain bolt with the ya sealing washer and tighten it ee alt ie EEEN peau ie is DPSTIGK i al aS ANNEN 4 With the engine in a level position fill with the recom SEALING mended oil Do not overfill WASHER Measure the oil level as shown on page 14 o Engine oil capacity 0 45 2 0 48 US qt Please dispose of used motor oil and the oil containers in a manner that is compatible with the environment We suggest you take used oil in a sealed container to your local service station for reclamation Do not throw it in the trash pour it on the ground or down a drain Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage 5 Reinstall the oil filler cap dipst
22. ule applies to normal operating conditions If you operate your engine under severe conditions such as sustained high load or high temperature operation or use in unusually wet or dusty conditions consult your servicing dealer for recommendations applicable to your individual needs and use Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any engine repair establishment or individual using parts that are certified to EPA standards 10 MAINTENANCE SAFETY Some of the most important safety precautions follow However we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task A WARNING Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed Always follow the procedures and precautions in this owner s manual SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Make sure the engine is off before you begin any maintenance or repairs This will eliminate several potential hazards Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine Burns from hot parts Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching Injury from moving parts Do not run the engine unless instructed to do so e Read the instructions before you begin and make sure you have the tools and s
23. ve Alpharetta GA 30005 8847 Or telephone 770 497 6400 M F 8 30 am 5 00 pm EST When you write or call please give us this information e Mode and serial numbers see page 26 e Name of the dealer who sold the engine to you e Name and address of the dealer who services your engine e Date of purchase e Your name address and telephone number e A detailed description of the PD
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