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CHECKING THE SPARK PLUG
Recommended spark plugs:
BPR6ES (NGK), W20EPR-U (NIPPONDENSO Co., Ltd.)
CAUTION :
• Only use the recommended type of spark plug.
• The use of spark plugs with an incorrect heat range can cause
damage to the engine.
If the engine has been running, do not touch the muffler or the
spark plug as you risk burning yourself.
1. Remove the cap and unscrew the spark plug using a spark plug
spanner.
2. Examine the spark plug carefully, and replace it if there are thick
deposits on the electrodes or if the insulator is cracked or
broken. Clean the spark plug with a wire brush.
CAUTION :
• Never clean the spark plug by sand blasting.
3. Measure the gap between the electrodes with a
set of feeler gauges: it must be between 0.7 and
0.8 mm. If the gap has to be adjusted, bend the
side electrode carefully.
4. Check the state of the sealing washer, then
thread the plug back in by hand until it is hand-
tight and seated properly.
5. Using a spark plug spanner, screw the plug in an
extra 1/2 turn for a new spark plug, to compress
its washer, or between 1/8 and 1/4 turn in the
case of a plug being reused. Put the spark plug cap back on.
CAUTION :
• The spark plug must be properly tightened or else it is likely to
overheat considerably, causing damage to the engine.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
To ensure that the generator performs correctly and has a long
working life, it is essential that the maintenance schedule be
observed.
Perform this maintenance at every
indicated month or operating hour
interval, whichever comes first.
Item
Engine oil
Air cleaner element
Sediment cup
Spark plug
Combustion chamber
and valves
Valve clearance
Fuel tank and filter
0.7 ~ 0.8 mm
Fuel line
Spark arrester
(1) Clean more often if used in a dusty environment.
(2) These operations must be carried out by a Honda dealer.
(3) In Europe and other countries where the machinery directive 2006/42/EC is
enforced, this cleaning should be done by your servicing dealer.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Engine will not start.
The engine is difficult to
start or is losing power.
No current
from the receptacles.
If you fail to solve the problem, contact your Honda dealer.
Frequency
Every
1st
On
3
month
each
months
or 20
use
or 50
hours
Intervention
hours
Check level
Change
(3)
Change
Check
Clean
(1)
Clean
Clean /
Adjust
Clean
After every 500 hours (2)
Check /
Adjust
Clean
Check
Every 2 years (replace if necessary) (2)
Check
(3)
Clean
Probable cause
1.
The engine switch is "STOP".
2.
The fuel shut-off valve is closed or
there is no petrol in the tank.
3.
The engine oil level is too low.
4.
The spark plug is faulty or the
electrode gap is incorrect.
5.
Electrical appliances are connected
to the receptacles.
1.
The air cleaner is dirty.
2.
There are impurities in the fuel
circuit or the fuel filter is dirty.
3.
The fuel filler cap vent hole is
blocked.
1.
The thermal circuit breaker has not
been reset.
2.
The equipment connected to the
generator is faulty.
Every
Every
6
year
months
or 300
or 100
hours
hours
(3)
(3)
(2)
(2)
(3)
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