Honda Power Equipment DT18 C Lawn Mower User Manual
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1. 18 Tee 19 EE KU TR bara t ram 20 1 SIILILmeee 21 2 Air cleaner service 22 3 Sediment cup cleaning 25 4 Spark plug Er p 26 5 Spark arrester maintenance eee 28 6 29 10 9 ORAGE 30 11 TROUB HOOTING T eU RES 31 12 SPECIFICATIONS 22225 URS EV PIA UE Yu kd cami a dn 33 13 WIRING DIAGRAM c ccccccccsssssssesesescsssssesceeseesesecseecseatseees 34 14 WARRANTY 36 1 ENGINE SAFETY A WARNING e Honda engines are designed to give safe and dependable service if oper ated according to instructions Read and understand this Owner s Manual before operating the engine Failure to do so could result in per sonal injury or equipment damage To prevent fire hazards and to provide adequate ventilation keep the engine at least 1 meter 3 feet away from buildings and other equip ment during operation Do not place flammable objects close to the engine Children and pets must be2. WIRE HOLDER CHOKE LEVER 5 PRE OPERATION CHECK 1 ENGINE OIL oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service life Non detergent oils and vegetable oils are not recommended e 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 20W 40 20W 50 exceed U S automobile manufac turer s requirements for Service Classification SG SF CC CD Motor oils classified SG SF CC CD will show this designation on the con ioi es 20 0 20 40 60 80 100 SAE 10W 30 is recommended for 73 20 0 0 10 20 30 40 general all temperature use AIMO temperature Other viscosities shown in the chart 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 it in If the level is low fill to the top of the oil filler neck with the recom mended oil NOTICE Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine damage OIL FILLER 2 REDUCTION GEAR OIL Only on equipped model lt 1 2 reduction with automatic centrifugal clutch gt 1 Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean 2 Insert the dipstick into the filler neck but do not screw it in 3 If th
3. 305 x 365 x 335 mm 12 0 x 14 4 x 13 2 in Dry weight 14 0 kg 30 9 Ib Engine type 4 stroke overhead valve single cylinder Displacement 163 cc 9 9 cu in Bore x Stroke 68 x 45 mm 2 7 in x 1 8 in Max output 5 5 HP 3 600 rpm Max torque 1 1 kg 8 0 ft Ib 2 500 rpm Fuel consumption 230 g PS h GX160 Length x Width x Height Cooling system Forced air Ignition system Transistorized magneto PTO shaft rotation Counterclockwise 1 Specifications may vary according to the types are subject to change without notice 13 WIRING DIAGRAM ith electric starter and oil alert system gt lt Type w HOLIMS NOILVNISINOD sedA eux 0 ILON YyOLOIW 109 7102 YALHYVLS All HOlO3lOHd 3QV18 VS UNYI 3503 NIVIN 32018 XO8 10 1 34 GE TRANSIS TORIZED IGNITION TRANSIS UNIT TORIZED IGNITION ar BLACK s oneen SWITCH NOTE Wiring diagrams may vary according to the types IGNITION SWITCH lt 24329J8 ed 14 WARRANTY SERVICE Owner Satisfaction Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to us All Honda warranty details are explained in the Distributor s Limit
4. If the engine falls to start release the switch and wait 10 seconds before operating the starter again When the engine starts allow the engine switch to return to the ON position ENGINE SWITCH Type with electric starter and oil alert system 1 5 7 OPERATION 1 As the engine warms up gradually move the choke lever to the OPEN position CHOKE LEVER 2 Position the throttle lever for the desired engine speed THROTTLE LEVER 16 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 automatical ly shut down the engine the engine switch will remain in the ON position If the Oil Alert system shuts down the engine the Oil Alert lamp will flash when you operate the starter and the engine will not run If this occurs add engine oil page 7 OIL ALERT LAMP HONDA OIL ALERT LAMP ENGINE SWITCH CIRCUIT BREAKER ENGINE SWITCH without electric starter with electric starter Circuit Breaker for electric starter The circuit breaker protects the battery charging circuit A short circuit or a battery connected in reverse polarity will trip the circuit breaker The green indicator inside the circuit breaker will pop out to show that the circuit breaker has switched off If this occurs determi
5. and in good condi tion Clean or replace the element if necessary page 24 2 Check oil level and condition OIL LEVEL 10 4 FUEL Your engine is designed to use any gasoline that has a pump octane number 8 5 of 86 or higher or that has a research oc tane 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 rapp noise which if severe can lead to engine damage 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 con sidered 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 AWARNING e Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions e Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped Do not smoke or al
6. flames or sparks in the area SEDIMENT CUP 3 Change the engine oil page 21 4 Remove the spark plug and pour about a tablespoon of clean engine oil into the cylinder Crank the engine several revolutions to distribute the oil then reinstall the spark plug 5 Pull the starter rope slowly until resistance is felt Continue pulling until the notch on the starter pulley aligns with the hole on the recoil starter see illustration below At this point the intake and exhaust valves are Align the arrow on the starter pulley with the hole at the top of recoil starter 6 Electric starter type Remove the battery and store it in a cool dry place Recharge it once a month 7 Cover the engine to keep out dust 30 11 TROUBLESHOOTING Engine will not start using recoil starter 1 Is the engine switch in the ON position 2 lf equipped with oil alert does the oil alert lamp flash when the starter is operated 4 is there fuel in the fuel tank See us 4 5 15 gasoline reaching the carburetor To check loosen the drain screw with the fuel valve on If any fuel is spilled make sure the area is dry before testing the spark plug or starting the engine Fuel vapor or spilled fuel may ignite DRAIN SCREW 6 Is there a spark at the spark plug a Remove the spark plug cap Clean any dirt from around the spark plug base then remove the spark plug b Install the spark plug in the plug cap Turn t
7. the engine see engine oil recommendations or page 7 6 Reinstall the element and the cover OIL CAPACITY 60 cc 2 0 US oz 1 69 Imp oz AIR CLEANER COVER ELEMENT 24 3 Sediment cup cleaning Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area Turn the fuel valve to OFF Remove the sediment cup and O ring and wash them in nonflammable or high flash point solvent Dry them thoroughly and reinstall securely Turn the fuel valve ON and check for leaks If any fuel is spilled make sure the area is dry before testing the spark plug or starting the engine Fuel vapor or spilled fuel may ignite O RING SEDIMENT CUP 4 Spark plug service Recommended spark plug BPRGES NGK W2OEPR U ND NOTICE Never use a spark plug of incorrect heat range To ensure proper engine operation the spark plug must be properly gap ped and free of deposits 1 Remove the spark plug cap and use a spark plug wrench to remove the plug If the engine has been running the muffler will be very hot Be careful not to touch the muffler SPARK PLUG WRENCH 2 Visually inspect the spark plug Discard it if the insulator is cracked or chipped Clean the spark plug with a wire brush if it is to be reused 3 Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge The gap should be 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 in Correct as necessary by bending the side ele
8. wing nut and the air cleaner cover Remove the ele ments and separate them Care fully check both elements for holes or tears and replace if damaged Foam element Wash the element in a solution of household de tergent and warm water then rinse thoroughly or wash in nonflammable or high flash point solvent Allow the element to dry thoroughly Soak the element in clean engine oil and squeeze out the excess oil The engine will smoke during in itial start up if too much oil is left in the foam Paper element Tap the element lightly several times on a hard sur face to remove excess dirt or blow compressed air through the filter from the inside out Never try to brush the dirt off brushing will force dirt into the fibers Replace the paper element if it is ex cessively dirty 22 AIR CLEANER COVER PAPER ELEMENT FOAM ELEMENT 1 lt Cyclone type gt 1 Remove the wing nut and the air SPECIAL PAN SCREW 3 cleaner cover Remove the ele ments and separate them Care fully check both elements for holes or tears and replace if damaged 2 Foam element Wash the element in a solution of household deter gent and warm water then rinse thoroughly wash in nonflam GUIDE mable or high flash point solvent Allow the element to dry thor tag oughly Soak the element in clean engine oil and squeeze out the excess oil The engine will smoke during
9. COIL STARTER OIL ALERT LAMP FUEL VALVE STARTER GRIP FUEL FILLER CAP FUEL TANK ENGINE SWITCH QXS type ELECTRIC STARTER QXE type SERIAL NUMBER AND ENGINE TYPE hw r1 d u 3 17 7 7 a a 7 WG Record the engine model type and serial number information for your reference Refer to this information when ordering parts and when mak ing technical or warranty inquiries see page 36 Engine model type and serial number OIL DRAIN PLUG OIL FILLER CAP 4 3 BATTERY CONNECTIONS for electric starter Use a 12 volt battery with an ampere hour rating of at least 18 AH Connect the battery positive cable to the starter solenoid terminal as shown Connect the battery negative cable to an engine mounting bolt frame 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 with grease 1 NEGATIVE SOLENOID POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE WARNING The battery gives off explosive gases keep sparks flames and cigaret tes away Provide adequate ventilation when charging or using bat teries in an enclosed space The battery contains sulfuric acid electrolyte Contact with skin or eyes may cause severe burns Wear protective clothing and a face shield If electro
10. SAVE Click SAVE to save this manual to your computer Thank you for choosing Honda Owner s Manual GX120 GX160 a F lis EM T PTET EEE MM PTT TT Ey Er Ey Ty tate tt tf bo a 4 HONDA MOTOR CO LTD 1990 Thank you for purchasing a Honda engine This manual covers the operation and maintenance of GX120 and GX160 engines and is based on GX160 engine The OXE type is equipped for both electric and manual starting other types are equipped for manual starting only All information in this publication is based on the latest product infor mation available at the time of 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 engine and should remain with the engine if it is resold It is illegal in some areas to operate an engine without a U S D A qualified spark 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 THIS OWNER S MANUAL CAREFULLY Pay special attention to these symbols and any instructions that follow Indicates seriou
11. ctrode 26 4 Check that the spark plug washer is in good condition and thread the spark plug in by hand to prevent cross threading 5 After the spark plug is seated tighten with a spark plug wrench to com press the washer When installing a new spark plug tighten 1 2 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer When reinstalling a used spark plug tighten 1 8 1 4 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer The spark plug must be securely tightened An improperly tightened spark plug can become very hot and may damage the engine 1 i 27 5 Spark arrester maintenance optional part If the engine has been running the muffler will be very hot Allow it to cool before proceeding 1 Remove the two 8 mm nuts 1 and the muffler assembly Remove the three 4 mm screws 2 and remove the exhaust deflector Remove the eight 5 mm screws 4 and remove the muffler protector 5 from the muffler 6 Remove the 4 mm screw 7 and remove the spark arrester 8 from the muffler Co JA 5 Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen NOTICE Be careful not to damage the spark arrester screen NOTE The spark arrester must be free of breaks and holes Replace if necessary 6 Install a new muffler gasket 9 Install the spark arrester and the muffler in the reverse order of disassembly 28 Carburetor adju
12. e level is low fill to the upper level mark with the same oil recom mended for the engine see engine oil recommendations on page 7 Oil capacity 500 cc 17 US oz 14 Imp oz DIPSTICK FILLER CAP UPPER LEVEL DRAIN BOLT lt 1 6 reduction gt 1 Remove the oil level bolt 2 Check the oil level it should reach the edge of the oil level bolt hole If the oil level is low remove the filler bolt and add oil until it starts to flow out the oil level bolt hole Use the same oil recommended for the engine see engine oil recommendations on page 7 3 Install the oil level bolt and filler bolt Tighten them securely Oil capacity 150 cc 5 1 US oz 4 2 Imp oz FILLER BOLT OIL LEVEL BOLT 3 AIR CLEANER NOTICE 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 Dual element type Check the air cleaner elements to be sure they are clean and in good con dition Clean or replace the elements 0 22 if necessary 22 ELEMENTS Cyclone type 1 Check the air cleaner element to be sure they are clean and in good condition CYCLONE Clean or replace the elements if HOUSING necessary 2 Check the cyclone housing and clean it if it is clogged or ex cessively dirty p 23 ELEMENTS lt Oil bath type gt 1 Check the air cleaner element to be sure it is clean
13. ed Warran ty Warranty service is available at any dealership displaying the Honda Power Equipment Engines sign To locate dealers in your area look in the yellow pages of your telephone directory under Gasoline Engines Garden amp Lawn Equipment amp Supplies Lawn Mowers etc Normally any problem concerning the engine will be handled by the dealer s service department If you have a warranty problem that has been handled to your satisfaction we suggest you take the following action Discuss your problem with a member of dealership management Often complaints can be quickly resolved at that level If the problem has already been reviewed with the Service Manager contact the owner of the dealership or the General Manager f your problem still has not been resolved to your satisfaction contact American Honda Motor Co Inc P O Box 100021 Duluth Georgia 30136 9421 Telephone 404 497 6400 We will need the following information in order to assist you Your name address and telephone number Engine model and serial number Date of purchase Dealer name and address Product or equipment in which the engine is installed Nature of the problem After reviewing all the facts involved you will be advised of what action can be taken Please bear in mind that your problem will likely be resolved at the dealership using the dealer s facilities equipment and personnel so it is very imp
14. he engine switch on d Ground the side electrode to any engine ground and pull the recoil Starter to see if sparks jump across the gap e If there is no spark replace the plug If OK reinstall the spark plug and try to start the engine again according to the instructions 7 i the engine still does not start take the engine to an authorized Honda dealer 31 Engine will not start using electric starter 1 Are the battery cables securely connected and free of corrosion 2 Is the battery fully charged NOTE If the engine does not charge the battery check the circuit breaker 3 If the starter motor operates but the engine will not start follow the troubleshooting procedures described under engine will not start us ing the recoil starter See page 31 32 12 SPECIFICATIONS GX120 DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT GX120 Description code GCO1 Length x Width x Height te Tn 11 8 x 13 6 x 12 6 in Dry weight 12 0 kg 26 5 Ib Engine type 4 stroke overhead valve single cylinder Displacement 118 cc 7 3 cu in Bore x Stroke 60 x 42 mm 2 4 in x 1 7 in Max output 4 0 HP 3 600 rpm Max torque 0 75 kg 5 4 ft Ib 2 500 rpm Fuel consumption 230 g PS h Cooling system Forced air Ignition system Transistorized magneto PTO shaft rotation Counterclockwise GX160 DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT Description code GCO2
15. in itial start up if too much oil is left in the foam CYCLONE 3 Paper element Tap the element HOUSING lightly several times on a hard sur face to remove excess dirt or blow compressed air through the filter from the inside out Never try to brush the dirt off brushing will force dirt into the fibers Replace the paper element if it is ex cessively dirty 4 Cyclone Housing Remove the three special pan head screws remove the housing and wash the components with water Dry the components thoroughly and carefully reassemble them e When reinstalling the cyclone housing be sure that the air intake tab fits properly into the groove in the pre cleaner cap e Be careful to install the air guide as shown GROOVE PAPER ELEMENT FOAM ELEMENT 23 Oll bath type gt 1 Unscrew the wing nut remove the air cleaner cover and remove the element 2 Wash the element in a solution of household detergent and warm water then rinse thoroughly or wash in nonflammable or high flash point solvent Allow the element to dry thoroughly 3 Soak the element in clean engine oil and squeeze out the excess oil The engine will smoke during initial start up if too much oil is left in the element 4 Empty the oil from the air cleaner case and wash out any accumulated dirt with nonflammable or high flash point solvent Dry the case 5 Fill the air cleaner case to the level mark with the same oil that is recom mended for
16. kept away from the area of operation due to a 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 e Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions e Refuel in well ventilated area with the engine stopped Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the refueling area or where gasoline is stored Do not overfill the fuel tank After refueling make sure the tank cap is closed properly and securely careful not to spill fuel when refueling Fuel vapor or spilled fuel may ignite If any fuel is spilled make sure the area is dry before starting the engine e Never run the engine in an enclosed or confined area Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas exposure may cause loss of con 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 it is hot To avoid severe burns or fire hazards let the engine cool before transporting it or storing it indoors 2 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION MUFFLER THROTTLE LEVER OIL ALERT LAMP ENGINE SWITCH OXE type SPARK PLUG AIR CLEANER CIRCUIT BREAKER OXE type CHOKE LEVER RE
17. low flames or sparks in the area where the engine is refueled or where gasoline is stored e 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 securely e 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 e Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or breathing of vapor KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN Fuel tank capacity GX120 2 5 0 66 US Gal 0 55 Imp Gal GX160 3 6 7 0 95 US Gal 0 79 Imp Gal 1 m CS P SS 11 GASOLINES CONTAINING ALCOHOL If you decide to use a gasoline containing alcohol gasohol be sure its oc tane 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 1096 ethanol Do not use gasoline containing methanol methyl or wood alcohol that does not also contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors for methanol Never use gasoline containing more than 596 methanol even if it has cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors NOTE e Fuel system damage or engine performance problems resulting from the use of fuels that contain alcohol is not covered under the warranty Honda cannot endorse the use of fuels containing methanol since evidence of their suitability is a
18. lyte gets on your skin flush with water If electrolyte gets in your eyes flush with water for at least 15 minutes and call a physician immediately Electrolyte is poisonous If swallowed drink large quantities of water or milk and follow with milk of magnesia or vegetable oil and call a physician KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN NOTICE Use only distilled water in the battery Tap water wiil shorten the ser vice life of the battery Filling the battery above the UPPER LEVEL line may cause the elec trolyte to overflow resulting in corrosion to engine or nearby parts immediately wash off any spilled electrolyte e Be careful not to connect the battery in reverse polarity as this will short circuit the battery charging system 5 4 REMOTE CONTROL LINKAGE for throttle and choke 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 nut when operating the throttle with a remote cable Remote throttle RETURN SPRING THROTTLE LEVER PIVOT NUT Flexible wire core mounting g 4 mm SCREW 9 WIRE HOLDER OPTIONAL WIRE THROTTLE LEVER Solid wire core 5 mm D mounting cincuip Remote choke J
19. n air fuel mixture 9 MAINTENANCE The purpose of the maintenance and adjustment schedule is to keep the engine in good operating condition Inspect or service as scheduled in the table below Shut off the engine before performing any maintenance If the engine must be run make sure the area is well ventilated The exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas NOTICE Use only genuine HONDA parts or their equivalent The use of replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may damage the engine Maintenance Schedule REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD E very Every ITEM Performed at every indicated 3 months 6 months year month or operating hour interval or or whichever comes first 100 Hrs 300 Hrs Check level Engine oil Change Reduction gear oil Check level applicable models only Change Check Clean Air cleaner Sediment cup Clean Spark plug Check clean Spark arrester optional part Clean Valve clearance Check Adjust Fuel tank and Cle strainer Check Fuel line Replace if Every 2 years 2 necessary NOTE 1 Service more frequently when used in dusty areas 2 These items should be serviced by an authorized Honda dealer unless the owner has the proper tools and is mechanically proficient See the Honda Shop Manual 20 1 Oil change Drain the oil while the engine is still warm to a
20. ne the cause of the problem and correct it before resetting the circuit breaker Push the circuit breaker button to reset 17 M 8 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 fully to the right THROTTLE LEVER 2 Turn the engine switch to the OFF position ENGINE SWITCH Type with electric starter and oil alert system 18 FUEL VALVE 1 1 High altitude operation At high altitude the standard carburetor air fuel mixture will be excessive ly rich Performance will decrease and fuel consumption will increase High altitude performance can be improved by installing a smaller diameter main fuel jet in the carburetor and readjusting the pilot screw If you always operate the engine at altitudes higher than 6 000 feet above sea level have your authorized Honda Engine dealer perform these carburetor modifications Even with suitable carburetor jetting engine horsepower will decrease proximately 3 5 for each 1 000 foot increase in altitude The effect of altitude on horsepower will be greater than this if no carburetor modifica tion is made Operation of the engine at an altitude lower than the carburetor is jetted for may result in reduced performance overheating and serious engine damage caused by an excessively lea
21. ortant that your initial contact be with the dealer Your purchase of a Honda engine is greatly appreciated by both your dealer and American Honda Motor Co Inc We want to assist you in every way possible to assure your complete satisfaction with your purchase 36 PROPERTY OF SERVICE Pi tt a COMMUNICATIONS DO NOT REMOVE coo PEC A 60009209 EE 8 8 RED NJARAN roD UL D D D D D D D d
22. s injury or death WILL result if instructions are not followed Indicates a strong possibility that serious injury or death could result if instructions are not followed ndicates a possibility that minor injury can result if instructions are not followed Indicates that equipment or property damage result if instructions are not followed i i 1 1 T 1 i 1 1 Gives helpful information If a problem should arise or if you have any questions about your engine consult your Honda engine dealer CONTENTS 1 ENGINE SAFETY 2 3 2 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION pnto 4 3 BATTERY CONNECTIONS for electric starter 5 4 REMOTE CONTROL LINKAGE 6 5 PRE OPERATION 7 1 ENGINE OIL 222 224 vk oci EYE baked Cora aA n p am lp biens 7 EORR 8 M 9 ME 11 12 6 STARTING THE ENGINE 13 7 OPERA E oui redu IEEE TI 16 tae 17 8 STOPPING THE ENGINE
23. s yet incomplete e Before buying fuel from an unfamiliar station try to find out if the fuel contains 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 12 6 STARTING THE ENGINE 1 Turn the fuel valve to the ON position SS SS FUEL VALVE A C QE lm VE Go mA 2 Move the choke lever to the CLOSE position NOTE The choke may not be needed if the engine is warm or the air temperature is high CHOKE LEVER 13 3 Move the throttle lever slightly to the left THROTTLE LEVER 4 Start the engine e With recoil starter Turn the engine switch to the ON position ENGINE SWITCH HONDA DIL ALERT harg Type with electric starter and oil alert system 14 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 T d KAJI QS JX C e With electric starter Turn the engine switch to the START position and hold it there until the engine starts NOTICE Do not use the electric starter for more than 5 seconds or starter motor damage may occur
24. ssure rapid and complete draning 1 Remove the oil filler cap and drain plug to drain the oil 2 Install the drain plug and tighten it securely 3 Refill with the recommended oil see page 7 and check the oil level 4 Install the oil filler cap ENGINE OIL CAPACITY 0 6 7 0 63 US qt 0 53 Imp qt 1 2 REDUCTION GEAR OIL CAPACITY 500 cc 17 US oz 14 Imp oz ENGINE OIL i Nu S V INA Lows OIL FILLER LEVEL DRAIN PLUG REDUCTION GEAR OIL 1 DRAIN BOLT Used motor oil may cause skin cancer if repeatedly left in con tact with the skin for prolonged periods Although this is unlikely unless you handle used oil on a daily basis it is still advisable to thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water as soon as possible after handling used oil NOTE Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible with the environment Do not throw it in the trash or pour it on the ground 21 2 Air cleaner service A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor To prevent car buretor malfunction service the air cleaner regularly Service more fre quently when operating the engine in extremely dusty areas Never use gasoline or low flash point solvents for cleaning the air cleaner element A fire or explosion could result NOTICE Never run the engine without the air cleaner Rapid engine wear will result lt Dual element type gt 1 Remove the
25. stment Start the engine and allow it to warm up to normal operating temperature With the engine idling turn the pilot screw in or out to the setting that produces the highest idle rpm Usually the correct setting will be found to be GX120 2 0 turns 2 3 8 turns GX160 3 0 turns 2 1 8 turns Dual element type Oil bath type Cyclone type Do not tighten the pilot screw against its seat this will damage the pilot screw or seat PILOT SCREW 3 After the pilot screw is correctly adjusted turn the throttle stop screw to obtain the standard idle speed Standard idle speed 1 400 100 rpm THROTTLE STOP SCREW 29 10 TRANSPORTING STORAGE When transporting the engine turn the fuel valve to the OFF position and keep the engine level to prevent fuel spillage Fuel vapor or spilled fuel may ignite Before storing the unit for an extended period 1 Be sure the storage area is free of excessive humidity and dust 2 Drain the fuel a With the fuel valve in the OFF position remove and empty the sedi ment cup b Turn the fuel valve to the ON position and drain the gasoline from the fuel tank into a suitable container c Replace the sediment cup and tighten securely d Drain the carburetor by loosening the drain screw Drain the gasoline into a suitable container Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions Do not smoke or allow
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