Honda Generator EU2000i 2000 owners Manual

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. Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas that can build up to dangerous levels in closed areas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness or death. Never run the generator in a closed or even partially closed area where people may be present. Keep this owner’s manual handy, so you can refer to it at any time. This owner’s manual is considered a permanent part of the generator and should remain with the generator if resold. The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatever. No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission. The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your selection of a Honda generator. We are certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest generators on the market. We want to help you get the best results from your new generator and to operate it safely. This manual contains the information on how to do that; please read it carefully. As you read this manual, you will find information preceded by a symbol. That information is intended to help you avoid damage to your generator, other property, or the environment. When your generator needs scheduled maintenance, keep in mind that your Honda servicing dealer is specially trained in servicing Honda generators. Your authorized Honda servicing dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer your questions and concerns. Best Wishes, Honda Motor Co., Ltd. We suggest you read the Distributor’s Limited Warranty to fully understand its coverage and your responsibilities of ownership. The Distributor’s Limited Warranty is a separate document that should have been given to you by your dealer.

－－－－－－ 2 A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY Safety Labels Safety Messages Safety Headings Safety Section Instructions To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining a generator. You must use your own good judgement. You will find important safety information in a variety of forms, including: These signal words mean: be or if you don’t follow instructions. be or if you don’t follow instructions. be if you don’t follow instructions. Your safety and the safety of others are very important. And using this generator safely is an important responsibility. This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it carefully. on the generator. preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words, DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. such as IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. such as how to use this generator correctly and safely. You WILL KILLED SERIOUSLY HURT You CAN KILLED SERIOUSLY HURT You CAN HURT GENERATOR SAFETY.

3 CONTENTS .............................................................................. GENERATOR SAFETY .5 ....................................................................... Safety Label Locations .5 ............................................................ Important Safety Information .7 .............................................................. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION .9 .............................................................................................. CONTROLS . 11 .................................................................................... Engine Switch . 11 ........................................................................................ Starter Grip . 11 ................................................................. Fuel Tank Cap Vent Lever . 12 ....................................................................................... Choke Lever . 12 ....................................................................... Output Indicator Light . 13 ................................................................... Overload Indicator Light . 13 .............................................................................. Oil Alert System . 14 ............................................................................... Ground Terminal . 14 ........................................................................ Eco-Throttle Switch . 15 ................................................................ Parallel Operation Outlets . 15 .......................................................................... AC Circuit Protector . 16 .................................................................................... DC Receptacle . 16 .......................................................................... DC Circuit Protector . 16 ................................................................................... GENERATOR USE . 17 .................................. Connections to a Building Electrical System . 17 ................................................................................. Ground System . 17 ....................................................................... Special Requirements . 18 ................................................................................. AC Applications . 19 ..................................................................................... AC Operation . 20 ................................................. AC Parallel Operation Applications . 21 ....................................................................... AC Parallel Operation . 23 ..................................................................................... DC Operation . 24 ...................................................................... Eco-Throttle System . 26 .................................................................... High Altitude Operation . 27 ....................................................................... PRE-OPERATION CHECK . 28 .......................................................................................... Engine Oil . 28 ............................................................................................ Refueling . 30 .................................................................... Fuel Recommendations . 32 ........................................................................ STARTING THE ENGINE . 33 ........................................................................ STOPPING THE ENGINE . 35 TM TM

4 ...................................................................................... MAINTENANCE . 36 ...................................................... The Importance of Maintenance . 36 .......................................................................... Maintenance Safety . 37 ............................................ Emission Control System Information . 38 ............................................................................................. Air Index . 40 ..................................................................... Maintenance Schedule . 41 ............................................................................ Engine Oil Change . 42 ........................................................................... Air Cleaner Service . 44 ............................................................................ Spark Plug Service . 46 ............................................................ Spark Arrester Maintenance . 48 .................................................................. TRANSPORTING/STORAGE . 50 ...................................................................................... Transporting . 50 ............................................................................................... Storage . 51 ............................................................................. TROUBLESHOOTING . 54 ................................................................................. WIRING DIAGRAM . 56 ................................................................ INITIAL USE INSTRUCTIONS . 57 ............................................................................. Adding Engine Oil . 57 ....................................................................................... Adding Fuel . 58 .................................................................................... SPECIFICATIONS . 61 ........................................ TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION . 62 ......................................................... Customer Service Information . 62 ........................................................ Distributor’s Limited Warranty . 64 ................................................ Emission Control System Warranty . 65 ...................................................................................................... INDEX . 70

5 GENERATOR SAFETY SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda generator dealer for a replacement. These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read them carefully.

7 Carbon Monoxide Hazards Operator Responsibility IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Be sure that anyone who operates the generator receives proper instruction. Do not let children operate the generator without parental supervision. Honda generators are designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions. Read and understand this owner’s manual before operating your generator. You can help prevent accidents by being familiar with your generator’s controls, and by observing safe operating procedures. Know how to stop the generator quickly in case of emergency. Understand the use of all generator controls, output receptacles, and connections. Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death. If you run the generator in an area that is confined, or even partially enclosed area, the air you breathe could contain a dangerous amount of exhaust gas. Never run your generator inside a garage, house or near open windows or doors.

－－－ 8 Electric Shock Hazards Fire and Burn Hazards Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may ignite after the engine has started. Make sure that any spilled fuel has been wiped up before starting the generator. Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks where the generator is refueled or where gasoline is stored. Refuel in a well- ventilated area with the engine stopped. 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. Let the engine cool before storing the generator indoors. Keep the generator at least 3 feet (1 meter) away from buildings and other equipment during operation. Do not enclose the generator in any structure. Keep flammable materials away from the generator. Never connect different generator models and types. The generator produces enough electric power to cause a serious shock or electrocution if misused. Using a generator or electrical appliance in wet conditions, such as rain or snow, or near a pool or sprinkler system, or when your hands are wet, could result in electrocution. Keep the generator dry. If the generator is stored outdoors, unprotected from the weather, check all of the electrical components on the control panel before each use. Moisture or ice can cause a malfunction or short circuit in electrical components which could result in electrocution. Do not connect to a building electrical system unless an isolation switch has been installed by a qualified electrician. Use only a Honda approved parallel operation kit (optional equipment) when connecting two EU2000i generators for parallel operation. The exhaust system gets hot enough to ignite some materials.

Honda Generator EU2000i 2000 owners Manual

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