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OWNER’S MANUAL
GS160 • GS190
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COMPONENT LOCATION
1 Fuel filler cap 7 Muffler
2 Starter grip 8 Muffler deflector (optional)
3 Fuel tank 9 Oil filler cap/dipstick
4 Control location * 10 Oil drain bolt
5 Air cleaner 11 Engine serial number and type
6Spark plug
* The engine control area differs based on the engine type. Refer to the individual figures on page 2 to
determine your engine control type when reading the Operation section and other sections in this manual.
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WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
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Type/Tipo 1 Type/Tipo 2 Type/Tipo 3
Type/
Tipo 1
Manual Choke [1],
Manual Throttle (gray) [2]
Type/
Tipo 2
Manual Choke [1], Ignition Switch
Lever (red) [2], Fixed Throttle
Type/
Tipo 3
Manual Choke [1], Engine Stop Switch
[2], Fixed Throttle
Étrangleur Manuel [1],
Accélérateur Manuel [2]
Étrangleur Manuel [1], Levier de
Commande D’allumage [2],
Accélérateur Fixe
Étrangleur Manuel [1], Interrupteur
d’arrêt du Moteur [2], Accélérateur Fixe
Choke Manual [1],
Acelerador Manual [2]
Choke Manual [1], Palanca del
Interruptor de Encendido [2],
Acelerador Fijo
Choke Manual [1], Interruptor de
Parada del Motor [2], Acelerador Fijo
Figure/Figura 1 Figure/Figura 2Figure/Figura 3
Figure/Figura 4 Figure/Figura 5Figure/Figura 6
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CLOSED
OPEN
SLOW
FAST
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STOP
FAST
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ON
OFF
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ON
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OFF
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Figure/Figura 7 Figure/Figura 8
Figure/Figura 9Figure/Figura 10
Figure/Figura 11 Figure/Figura 12
Figure/Figura 13
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-20 20 30 40°C-10 0 10
40 60 100°F80020
30
5W-30 • 10W-30
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0.028 ~ 0.030 in
(0.70 ~ 0.80 mm) [2]
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a Honda engine. We want to help you get
the best results from your new engine and 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 questions 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. American Honda Motor
Co., Inc. 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.
Review the instructions provided with the equipment powered by this
engine for any additional information regarding engine startup,
shutdown, operation, adjustments, or any special maintenance
instructions.
CONTENTS
SAFETY MESSAGES
Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have
provided important safety messages in this manual and on the
engine. Please read these messages carefully.
A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you
or others. Each safety message is preceded by a safety alert
symbol and one of three words, DANGER, WARNING, or
CAUTION.
These signal words mean:
Each message tells you what the hazard is, what can happen, and
what you can do to avoid or reduce injury.
DAMAGE PREVENTION MESSAGES
You will also see other important messages that are preceded by the
word NOTICE.
This word means:
The purpose of these messages is to help prevent damage to your
engine, other property, or the environment.
SAFETY INFORMATION
• 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.
• Do not allow children to operate the engine. Keep children and pets
away from the area of operation.
• Your engine’s exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide. Do
not run the engine without adequate ventilation, and never run the
engine indoors.
• The engine and exhaust become very hot during operation. Keep
the engine at least 3 feet (1 meter) away from buildings and other
equipment during operation. Keep flammable materials away, and
do not place anything on the engine while it is running.
SAFETY LABEL LOCATION
The label shown on page 1 contains important safety information.
Please read it carefully.
This label is considered a permanent part of your engine. So if the
label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your dealer for a
replacement.
BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS
IS YOUR ENGINE READY TO GO?
For your safety, to ensure compliance with environmental regulations,
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.
Before beginning your preoperation checks, be sure the engine is
level and the throttle lever or engine stop switch is in the STOP or
OFF position.
Always check the following items before you start the engine:
1. Fuel level (page 6).
2. Oil level (page 7).
The Oil Alert® system (applicable engine types) will automatically
stop the engine before the oil level falls below safe limits. However,
to avoid the inconvenience of an unexpected shutdown, always
check the engine oil level before startup.
3. Air cleaner (page 7).
4. General inspection: Check for fluid leaks and loose or damaged
parts.
5. Check the equipment powered by this engine.
SAFETY MESSAGES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
STARTING/STOPPING THE ENGINE (ALL TYPES) . . . . . . . . . . . 5
SERVICING YOUR ENGINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
MAINTENANCE SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
REFUELING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
ENGINE OIL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
AIR CLEANER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
SPARK PLUG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
SPARK ARRESTER (if equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
STORING YOUR ENGINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
TRANSPORTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
TECHNICAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
CONSUMER INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
AVOIDING FUEL-RELATED PROBLEMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
DISTRIBUTOR’S LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
DANGER You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don't follow instructions.
WARNING You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don't follow instructions.
CAUTION You CAN be HURT if you don't follow
instructions.
NOTICE
Your engine or other property can be damaged
if you don’t follow instructions.
WARNING
Improperly maintaining this engine, or failing to correct a problem
before operation, could cause a malfunction in which you could be
seriously injured.
Always perform a pre-operation inspection before each operation,
and correct any problem.
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Review the instructions provided with the equipment powered by
this engine for any precautions and procedures that should be
followed before engine startup.
OPERATION
SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
Before operating the engine for the first time, please review the
SAFETY MESSAGES and the BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS
page 4.
For your safety, do not operate the engine in an enclosed area such
as a garage. Your engine's exhaust contains poisonous carbon
monoxide gas that can collect rapidly in an enclosed area and cause
illness or death.
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.
Do not operate the engine on slopes greater than 20°.
FREQUENCY OF USE
If your equipment will be used on an infrequent or intermittent basis
(more than 4 weeks between usage), refer to the Fuel section of the
STORAGE chapter (page 8) for additional information regarding fuel
deterioration.
STARTING/STOPPING THE ENGINE (ALL TYPES)
See the figures on the top of page 2 to identify the type of control used
on your equipment. Type specific starting and stopping information
can be found after the general information shown below.
•Manual choke: Place the choke lever/rod [1] in the CHOKE
position when starting a cold engine.
Move the choke lever/rod to the OFF position as soon as the
engine fully warms up and runs smoothly without use of the choke,
or for restarting a warm engine.
•Engine speed: For best engine performance, it is recommended
the engine be operated with the throttle in the FAST (or high)
position.
•Starter grip: Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt, and
then pull briskly.
NOTICE
Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine.
Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter.
OIL ALERT® SYSTEM (APPLICABLE ENGINE TYPES)
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
automatically stop the engine [the throttle lever (ignition switch lever)
will remain in a run position].
If the engine stops and will not restart, check the engine oil level
(page 7) before troubleshooting in other areas.
Type 1: Manual Choke, Manual Throttle
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Move the choke rod [1] to the CLOSED position (cold engine)
(see Figure 1, page 2).
2. Move the throttle lever (gray) [2] to the SLOW position, about 1/3
of the way toward the FAST position (see Figure 2, page 2).
Some engine applications use a remotely-mounted throttle control
rather than the engine-mounted throttle lever shown.
3. Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt; then pull briskly.
4. If the choke rod was pulled to the CLOSED position to start the
engine, push it to the OPEN position as soon as the engine warms
up enough to run smoothly.
5. Position the throttle control lever (gray) for the desired engine
speed.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
1. Move the throttle control lever (gray) to the SLOW position.
2. Allow the engine to idle for a few seconds; then move the throttle
control lever to the STOP position.
Type 2: Manual Choke, Ignition Switch Lever,
Fixed Throttle
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Move the choke rod [1] to the CLOSED position (cold engine)
(see Figure 1, page 2).
2. Move the ignition switch lever (red) [4] to the ON position (see
Figure 4, page 2).
Some engine applications use a remote-mounted ignition switch
rather than the engine-mounted lever shown.
3. Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt; then pull briskly.
4. If the choke rod was pulled to the CLOSED position to start the
engine, push it to the OPEN position as soon as the engine warms
up enough to run smoothly.
The engine speed is preset on this type.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Move the ignition switch lever (red) to the OFF position
(see Figure 5, page 2).
Type 3: Manual Choke, Engine Stop Switch, Fixed Throttle
Some engine applications use a remote-mounted engine stop
switch rather than the engine-mounted engine stop switch shown.
Refer to the instructions provided by the equipment manufacturer.
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Move the choke rod [1] to the CLOSED position (cold engine)
(see Figure 1, page 2).
2. Move the engine stop switch [2] to the ON position (see Figure 6,
page 2).
3. Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt; then pull briskly.
4. If the choke rod was pulled to the CLOSED position to start the
engine, push it to the OPEN position as soon as the engine warms
up enough to run smoothly.
The engine speed is preset on this type.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Move the engine stop switch to the OFF position (see Figure 6,
page 2).
WARNING
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 engine in a closed or even partially closed area
where people may be present.
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SERVICING YOUR ENGINE
THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE
Good maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and trouble-free
operation. It will also help reduce pollution.
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
professionals and are normally performed by a Honda technician or
other qualified mechanic.
The maintenance schedule 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.
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 Honda
Genuine parts or their equivalents for repair and replacement.
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.
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.
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.
• Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have
the tools and skills required.
• To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, be careful when
working around gasoline. Use only a nonflammable solvent, not
gasoline, to clean parts. Keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away
from all fuel related parts.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Perform at every indicated month/year or operating hour interval,
whichever comes first. (1)
(1) For commercial use, log hours of operation to determine proper
maintenance intervals.
(2) Service more frequently when used in dusty areas.
(3) Change engine oil every 25 hours when used under heavy load or in high
ambient temperatures.
(4) These items should be serviced by an authorized Honda servicing dealer,
unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient. Refer
to the Honda shop manual for service procedures. See “Honda
PUBLICATIONS” on page 12 for ordering information.
Failure to follow this maintenance schedule could result in
non-warrantable failures.
REFUELING
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline with a pump
octane rating of 86 or higher.
We recommend refueling after each use to minimize the air present in
the fuel tank.
Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. If the engine
has been running, allow it to cool first. Never refuel the engine inside
a building where gasoline fumes may reach flames or sparks.
You may use regular unleaded gasoline containing no more than 10%
ethanol (E10) or 5% methanol by volume. In addition, methanol must
contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors. Use of fuels with content
of ethanol or methanol greater than shown above may cause starting
and/or performance problems. It may also damage metal, rubber, and
plastic parts of the fuel system. In addition, ethanol is hygroscopic,
which means it attracts and retains water in the fuel system. Engine
damage or performance problems that result from using a fuel with
percentages of ethanol or methanol greater than shown above are not
covered by warranty.
If your equipment will be used on an infrequent or intermittent basis
(more than 4 weeks between usage), refer to the Fuel section of the
STORAGE chapter (page 8) for additional information regarding fuel
deterioration.
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.
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.
Regular
Service Period Item Page
Before each
use
Check: Engine oil level
Check: Air filter
page 7
page 7
First month
or 5 hours
Change: Engine oil page 7
Every 3 months
or 25 hours
Clean: Air filter (2) page 7
Every 6 months
or 50 hours
Change: Engine oil (3)
Clean: Air filter (2) page 7
page 7
Every year
or 100 hours
6 month items above plus:
Check-adjust: Spark plug
Clean: Spark arrester (if equipped)
Check-adjust: Idle speed (4)
Clean: Fuel tank and filter (4)
Check-adjust: Valve clearance (4)
page 8
page 8
Every 2 years
or 200 hours
Yearly items above plus:
Replace: Air filter
Replace: Spark plug
page 7
page 8
Every 2 years Check: Fuel lines (4) (replace if
necessary)
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Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or oil/gasoline mixture.
Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank.
Adding Fuel
See Figure 7, page 3.
1. Remove the fuel tank cap.
2. Add fuel to the bottom of the fuel level limit [1] in the neck of the
fuel tank. Do not overfill. Wipe up spilled fuel before starting the
engine.
3. Install the fuel tank cap and tighten it until it clicks.
Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from the fueling source and
site before starting the engine.
NOTICE
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 your DISTRIBUTOR’S LIMITED WARRANTY.
Fuel Storage Container
Store your gasoline in a clean, plastic, sealed container designed for
fuel storage. Close the vent (if equipped) when not in use, and store
the container away from direct sunlight. If it takes more than 3 months
to use the fuel in the container, we suggest adding a fuel stabilizer to
the fuel when you fill the container. If you have some fuel left in the
storage container at the end of the season, the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) suggests adding the gasoline to your
vehicle’s gas tank.
ENGINE OIL
Oil is a major factor affecting performance and service life. Always
change the oil in accordance with the maintenance schedule
(page 6).
Recommended Oil
See Figure 8, page 3.
Use 4-stroke motor oil that meets or exceeds the requirements for API
service category SJ or later. Always check the API service label on
the oil container to be sure it includes the letters SJ or later.
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
See Figure 8, page 3.
1. Check the oil with the engine stopped and level.
2. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick [1] and wipe it clean.
3. Insert the oil filler cap/dipstick into the oil filler neck as shown, but
do not screw it in, and then remove it to check the oil level.
4. If the oil level is near or below the lower limit mark [2] on the
dipstick, fill with the recommended oil to the upper limit mark [3].
Do not overfill.
5. Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick [1].
Oil Change
See Figure 9, page 3.
Drain the engine oil when the engine is warm. Warm oil drains quickly
and completely.
1. Place a suitable container next to the engine to catch the used oil.
2. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick [1], and the oil drain plug [2] and
washer [3].
3. Allow the used oil to drain completely; then reinstall the drain plug
and new washer. Tighten the drain plug securely.
Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible
with the environment. We suggest you take used oil in a sealed
container to your local recycling center or service station for
reclamation. Do not throw it in the trash, pour it on the ground, or
pour it down a drain.
4. With the engine in a level position, fill to the upper limit mark
(bottom edge of the oil fill hole) on the dipstick with the
recommended oil. Do not overfill.
Capacity: 20 oz (0.58 L)
NOTICE
Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage.
This type of damage is not covered by the DISTRIBUTOR’S
LIMITED WARRANTY.
5. Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick [1] securely.
AIR CLEANER
A properly maintained air filter will help prevent dirt from entering your
engine. Dirt entering the carburetor can be drawn into small passages
in the carburetor and cause premature engine wear. These small
passages can become blocked, causing starting or running problems.
You will need to clean the filter more frequently if you operate the
engine in very dusty areas.
NOTICE
Operating the engine without an air filter, or with a damaged filter, will
allow dirt to enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear. This type of
damage is not covered under your DISTRIBUTOR’S LIMITED
WARRANTY.
Inspection
See Figure 10 on page 3.
1. Press the latch tabs [1] on the top of the air cleaner cover [2], and
remove the cover.
2. Remove the foam element [3] from the air cleaner cover.
3. Remove the grid [4] from the paper element [5].
4. Check both elements to be sure they are clean and in good
condition.
5. Reinstall the grid over the paper element. Make sure that the grid
completely surrounds the paper pleats.
6. Reinstall the foam element in the air cleaner cover.
7. Set the paper element and screen grid in the air cleaner body, and
then install the air cleaner cover.
Cleaning
1. Tap the filter [5] several times on a hard surface to remove dirt, or
blow compressed air not exceeding 30 psi (207 kPa) through the
filter from the clean side that faces the engine. Never try to brush
off dirt. Brushing will force dirt into the fibers.
WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive, and you can be
burned or seriously injured when refueling.
• Stop engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
• Refuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
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2. Foam Element [3]: 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.
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 foam, or the oil could saturate the paper element making the
engine inoperable.
3. Wipe dirt from the air cleaner body [7] and cover using a moist rag.
Be careful to prevent dirt from entering the air duct [6] that leads to
the carburetor.
SPARK PLUG
See Figure 11, page 3.
Required Spark Plug: NGK - BPR6ES
The required spark plug is the correct heat range for normal engine
operating temperatures.
NOTICE
Incorrect spark plugs can cause engine damage.
For good performance, the spark plug must be properly gapped and
free of deposits.
1. Disconnect the cap from the spark plug, and remove any dirt from
the spark plug area.
2. Use the proper size spark plug wrench [1] to remove the spark
plug.
3. Inspect the spark plug. Replace it if damaged, badly fouled, if the
sealing washer [2] is in poor condition, or if the electrode is worn.
4. Measure the electrode gap with a suitable gauge. The correct gap
is 0.028 ~ 0.031 in (0.70 ~ 0.80 mm). If adjustment is needed,
correct the gap by carefully bending the side electrode.
5. Install the spark plug carefully, by hand, to avoid cross-threading.
6. After the spark plug is seated, tighten with the proper size spark
plug wrench to compress the washer.
When installing a new spark plug, tighten 1/2 turn after the spark
plug seats to compress the washer.
When reinstalling the original spark plug, tighten 1/8 ~ 1/4 turn
after the spark plug seats to compress the washer.
NOTICE
Properly tighten the spark plug. 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.
7. Attach the spark plug cap to the spark plug.
SPARK ARRESTER (IF EQUIPPED)
See Figure 12, page 3.
The spark arrester may be standard or an optional part, depending on
the engine type. In some areas, it is illegal to operate an engine
without a spark arrester. Check local laws and regulations. A spark
arrester is available from authorized Honda servicing dealers.
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.
Removal
1. Remove the three 6 mm bolts [1] from the muffler protector [2], and
remove the muffler protector.
2. Remove the 4 mm screw [3] from the spark arrester [4], and
remove the spark arrester from the muffler [5].
Cleaning & 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.
STORING YOUR ENGINE
STORAGE PREPARATION
Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your engine
trouble-free 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.
NOTICE
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
NOTICE
Depending on the region where you operate your equipment, fuel
formulations may deteriorate and oxidize rapidly. Fuel deterioration
and oxidation can occur in as little as 30 days and may cause damage
to the carburetor and/or fuel system. Please check with your servicing
dealer for local storage recommendations.
The length of time that 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 deterioration. Very warm storage
temperatures accelerate fuel deterioration. Fuel problems may occur
within a month of inactivity, or even less if the gasoline was not fresh
when you filled the fuel tank.
Gasoline will oxidize and deteriorate in storage. Deteriorated gasoline
will cause hard starting, and it leaves gum deposits that can clog the
small passages in 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.
If you keep a container of gasoline for refueling, be sure that it
contains only fresh gasoline. If it takes more than 3 months to use the
fuel in your storage container, we suggest adding a fuel stabilizer to
the fuel when you fill the container.
Fuel system damage or engine performance problems resulting from
neglected storage preparation are not covered under your engine
warranty.
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Short Term Storage (30 - 90 days)
If your equipment will not be used between 30 and 90 days, we
recommend the following to prevent fuel-related problems:
1. Add fuel stabilizer following the manufacturer’s instructions.
When adding a fuel stabilizer, fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. If
only partially filled, air in the tank will promote fuel deterioration
during storage.
Note:
– All stabilizers have a shelf life and their performance will
deteriorate over time.
– Fuel stabilizers will not reconstitute stale fuel.
2. After adding a fuel stabilizer, run the engine outdoors for
10 minutes to be sure that treated gasoline has replaced the
untreated gasoline in the carburetor.
Long Term or Seasonal Storage (greater than 90 days)
1. Use a siphon pump (commercially available) and siphon the fuel
out of the fuel tank into an approved gasoline container. (see
Figure 13, page 3)
2. Place an approved gasoline container below the carburetor, and
use a funnel to avoid spilling fuel.
3. Loosen the carburetor drain screw [1] and drain the carburetor into
an approved gasoline container. After draining is completed,
tighten the carburetor drain screw.
ENGINE OIL
1. Change the engine oil (see page 7).
2. Remove the spark plug (see page 8).
3. Pour 1 - 2 teaspoons (5 ~ 10 cc) of clean engine oil into the
cylinder.
4. Pull the recoil starter several times to distribute the oil.
5. Reinstall the spark plug.
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
If your engine will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank, 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.
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 4).
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 level when transporting to reduce the possibility of
fuel leakage. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
Review the instructions provided with the equipment powered by this
engine for any procedures that should be followed for transporting.
TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS
Engine will not start
Engine lacks power
WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive, and you can
be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.
• Stop engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
• Refuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
Choke is OFF. Unless the engine is warm, move
the choke lever to the CHOKE
position.
Ignition switch or engine stop
switch is OFF.
• Move the throttle lever to the
SLOW or FAST position
• Move the ignition switch lever to
the ON position
• Move the engine stop switch to
the ON position
Engine oil level is low (oil alert
models)
Fill with the recommended oil to
the proper level (page 7).
Out of fuel. Refuel
Bad fuel; engine stored
without treating gasoline, or
refueled with bad gasoline.
Drain the fuel tank and carburetor.
Refuel with fresh gasoline.
Spark plug faulty, fouled, or
improperly gapped.
Adjust or replace the spark plug
(page 8).
Spark plug wet with fuel
(flooded engine).
Dry and reinstall the spark plug.
Start the engine with the choke in
the OFF position and the throttle
lever in the FAST position.
Fuel filter clogged, carburetor
malfunction, ignition
malfunction, valves stuck, etc.
Take the engine to an authorized
Honda servicing dealer or refer to
the shop manual to replace or
repair faulty components as
necessary.
POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
Air filter clogged. Clean or replace the air filter
(page 7).
Bad fuel; engine stored
without treating the gasoline,
of refueled with bad gasoline.
Drain the fuel tank and carburetor.
Refuel with fresh gasoline.
Fuel filter clogged, carburetor
malfunction, ignition
malfunction, valves stuck, etc.
Take the engine to an authorized
Honda servicing dealer or refer to
the shop manual to replace or
repair faulty components as
necessary.
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
SERIAL NUMBER AND TYPE LOCATION
See figures on page 1.
Record the engine serial number and type in the space below. You will
need this information when ordering parts and when making technical
or warranty inquiries.
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE LABEL (CANADA)
This engine complies with Canadian radio frequency interference
regulations, ICES-002.
Carburetor Modifications for High Altitude Operation
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.
Operation at an altitude that differs from that at which this engine was
certified, for extended periods of time, may increase emissions.
High altitude performance can be improved by specific modifications
to the carburetor. If you always operate your engine at altitudes above
2,000 feet (610 meters), have your servicing dealer perform this
carburetor modification. This engine, when operated at high altitude
with the carburetor modifications for high altitude use, will meet each
emission standard throughout its useful life.
Even with carburetor modification, engine horsepower will decrease
about 3.5% for each 1,000-foot (300-meter) increase in altitude. The
effect of altitude on horsepower will be greater than this if no
carburetor modification is made.
When using auto throttle type engines in high altitude applications,
the ability to idle down to 2500 rpm could be diminished. See your
servicing dealer for information on adjustments if your auto throttle
unit does not idle down with the load released or has trouble returning
to full rpm with the load applied.
NOTICE
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 2,000 feet (610 meters) with a modified carburetor
may cause the engine to overheat and result in serious engine
damage. For use at low altitudes, have your servicing dealer return
the carburetor to original factory specifications.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM INFORMATION
Source of Emissions
The combustion process produces carbon monoxide, oxides of
nitrogen, and hydrocarbons. Control of hydrocarbons and oxides of
nitrogen is very important 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 appropriate air/fuel ratios and other emissions control
systems to reduce the emissions of carbon monoxide, oxides of
nitrogen, and hydrocarbons. Additionally, Honda fuel systems utilize
components and control technologies to reduce evaporative
emissions.
U.S. and California Clean Air Acts, and Environment
and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
U.S. EPA, California and Canadian 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
NOTICE
Tampering is a violation of federal and California law.
Tampering with or altering the emission control system may increase
emissions beyond the legal limit. Among those acts that constitute
tampering are:
• Removal or alteration of any part of intake, fuel, or exhaust systems.
• Alterations that would cause the engine to operate outside its design
parameters.
Problems That May Affect Emissions
If you are aware of any of the following symptoms, have your engine
inspected and repaired by your authorized Honda Power Equipment
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 emissions control systems on your new Honda engine were
designed, built, and certified to conform with EPA, California (models
certified for sale in California only), and Canadian emissions
regulations. We recommend the use of Honda Genuine parts
whenever you have maintenance done. These original design
replacement parts are manufactured to the same standards as the
original parts, so you can be confident of their performance. Honda
cannot deny coverage under the emission warranty solely for the use
of non-Honda replacement parts or service performed at a location
other than an authorized Honda dealership; you may use comparable
EPA certified parts, and have service performed at non-Honda
locations. However, the use of replacement parts that are not of the
original design and quality may impair the effectiveness of your
emissions control system.
A manufacturer of an aftermarket part assumes the responsibility that
the part will not adversely affect emissions 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 emissions
regulations.
MODEL SERIAL NUMBER TYPE
GS160 or GS190 _______ - ______________ __ __ _ __
Date of purchase
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Maintenance
As the power equipment engine owner, you are responsible for
completing all required maintenance listed in your owner's manual.
Honda recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance
on your power equipment engine, but Honda cannot deny warranty
coverage solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure
that all scheduled maintenance has been completed.
Follow the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE on page 6. Remember that
this schedule is based on the assumption that your Honda engine
product will be used for its designed purpose. Sustained high-load or
high-temperature operation, or use in dusty conditions, will require
more frequent service.
Air Index
(Models certified for sale in California)
An Air Index Information label is applied to engines certified to an
emission durability time period in accordance with the requirements of
the California Air Resources Board.
The bar graph is intended to provide you, our customer, the ability to
compare the emissions performance of available engines. The lower
the Air Index, the less pollution.
The durability description is intended to provide you with information
relating to the engine’s emission durability period. The descriptive
term indicates the useful life period for the engine’s emission control
system.See your EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY
(page 16) for additional information.
Specifications
GS160
GS190
Tuneup Specifications
Quick Reference Information
Wiring Diagrams
DESCRIPTIVE
TERM
APPLICABLE TO EMISSION
DURABILITY PERIOD
Moderate 50 hours (0–80 cc inclusive)
125 hours (greater than 80 cc)
Intermediate 125 hours (0–80 cc inclusive)
250 hours (greater than 80 cc)
Extended 300 hours (0–80 cc inclusive)
500 hours (greater than 80 cc)
1000 hours (225 cc and greater)
Length x Width x Height 13.3 x 14.5 x 13.5 in
(337 x 369 x 343 mm)
Dry weight 29.9 lb (13.6 kg)
Engine type 4-stroke, overhead cam, single cylinder
Displacement
[Bore x Stroke] 9.8 cu-in (160 cm3)
[2.5 x 2.0 in (64 x 50 mm)]
Oil capacity 20 oz (0.58 L)
Fuel tank capacity 0.48 gal (1.8 L)
Cooling system Forced air
Ignition system Transistorized magneto
PTO shaft rotation Counterclockwise
Length x Width x Height 13.6 x 14.5 x 13.0 in
(345 x 372.5 x 343 mm)
Dry weight 30.4 lb (13.8 kg)
Engine type 4-stroke, overhead cam, single cylinder
Displacement
[Bore x Stroke] 11.4 cu-in (187 cm3)
[2.7 x 2.0 in (69 x 50 mm)]
Oil capacity 20 oz (0.58 L)
Fuel tank capacity 0.48 gal (1.8 L)
Cooling system Forced air
Ignition system Transistorized magneto
PTO shaft rotation Counterclockwise
ITEM SPECIFICATION MAINTENANCE
Spark plug gap 0.028 ~ 0.031 in
(0.7 ~ 0.8 mm)
Refer to page 8.
Valve clearance
(cold)
IN: 0.15 ± 0.04 mm
EX: 0.20 ± 0.04 mm
See your authorized
Honda dealer
Other specifications No other adjustments needed.
ITEM DESCRIPTION
Fuel Type Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane
rating of 86 or higher (page 7).
Engine Oil Type SAE 10W-30, API SJ or later, for general
use. Refer to page 7.
Carburetor Idle Speed 1,400 ± 150 rpm
Spark plug Type BPR6ES (NGK)
Maintenance Before each
use
Check engine oil level. Refer to page 7.
Check air filter. Refer to page 7.
First 5 hours Change engine oil. Refer to page 7.
Subsequent Refer to the maintenance schedule on
page 6.
[1] SPARK PLUG [4] OIL LEVEL SWITCH
[2] IGNITION COIL [5] OIL ALERT UNIT
[3] IGNITION SWITCH
[1] [2] [3] [4] [5]
WITH OIL ALERT
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
DISTRIBUTOR/DEALER LOCATOR INFORMATION
United States, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands:
Visit our website: www.engines.honda.com
Canada:
Call (888) 9HONDA9 [888 946-6329]
or visit our website: www.honda.ca
Honda PUBLICATIONS
These publications will give you additional information for maintaining
and repairing your engine.
CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION
Servicing 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,
General Manager, or Owner 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 Regional Engine Distributor for your
area. You can find their name, address, and phone number using the
dealer/distributor locator on our website at www.engines.honda.com
If you are still dissatisfied after speaking with the Regional Engine
Distributor, you may contact the Honda Office as shown below.
<Honda’s Office>
When you write or call, please provide this information:
• Equipment manufacturer’s name and model number that the
engine is mounted on
• Engine model, serial number, and type (see page 10)
• Name of dealer who sold the engine to you
• Name, address, and contact person of the dealer who services
your engine
• Date of purchase
• Your name, address and telephone number
• A detailed description of the problem
United States, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands:
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Power Equipment Division
Customer Relations Dept.
4900 Marconi Drive
Alpharetta, GA 30005-8847
Or telephone: (770) 497-6400, 9:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. ET
Canada:
Honda Canada, Inc.
180 Honda Blvd, Markham, ON L6C 0H9
or visit: www.honda.ca
Telephone: (888) 9HONDA9 Toll free
(888) 946-6329
Facsimile: (877) 939-0909 Toll free
DISTRIBUTOR’S WARRANTIES
The applicable warranty is the warranty policy in effect in the country
where the warranty service is provided (see page 14).
Shop
Manual
This manual covers complete maintenance and overhaul
procedures. It is intended to be used by a skilled
technician. Available for purchase by visiting
publications.powerequipment.honda.com.
Parts
Catalog
This manual provides complete, illustrated parts lists for
your trimmer. Visit engines.honda.com and then click on
Support for free online access to parts catalogs. It is also
available for purchase in paper form by visiting
publications.powerequipment.honda.com.
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AVOIDING FUEL-RELATED PROBLEMS
GS ENGINE POWERED PRODUCTS
When properly maintained, your Honda powered product should provide years of trouble-free operation. This includes the fuel system.
However, gasoline can quickly deteriorate (in as little as 30 days) causing starting or running problems and, in some cases, damage to the fuel
system. Most fuel-related problems can be avoided by following the precautions listed below. Fuel system damage and engine performance
problems resulting from deteriorated gasoline are not covered by the DISTRIBUTOR’S LIMITED WARRANTY
.
Follow These Precautions to Prevent Most Fuel-Related Problems
During the Operating Season Reason
Do not use gasoline containing more than 10% ethanol (E10). Not
all automotive gasoline is safe to use in your power product.
Higher levels of ethanol in gasoline attract water, and can
corrode or damage the fuel system and cause performance
problems.
Store gasoline in a clean, plastic, sealed container approved for
fuel storage.
Store your fuel supply container away from direct sunlight; if the
container has a vent, keep it closed.
A plastic container eliminates the risk of rust and metallic
contaminants from a metal container entering the fuel system.
Gasoline will deteriorate faster when exposed to air and sunlight.
Purchase only enough gasoline to last for 1 to 2 months (about 30
to 60 days).
If you purchase enough gasoline to last for more than 60 days,
add a fuel stabilizer to your storage container when you fill it.
Gasoline deteriorates with age so try to avoid storing it for long
periods, especially in summer heat.
Fuel stabilizer will extend the shelf life of gasoline, but it will not
reconstitute stale fuel.
Keep your product’s fuel tank full of fresh fuel when not in use.
Turn the fuel valve OFF.
If the fuel tank is only partially filled, air in the tank will promote
fuel deterioration.
Keep the air filter clean and properly serviced. Check it before
each use.
A properly maintained air filter will help prevent dirt from entering
the carburetor. The small passages inside the carburetor can
become blocked.
3 to 4 Weeks Before Next Use Reason
Keep your product’s fuel tank full of fresh fuel when not in use.
Turn the fuel valve OFF.
If the fuel tank is only partially filled, air in the tank will promote
fuel deterioration.
Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position, start the engine and let it
run approximately 3 minutes until the carburetor is empty and the
engine stops.
The small amount of gasoline in your engine’s carburetor will
deteriorate faster than the fuel in the fuel tank due to its small
volume and heat from the engine.
1 to 3 Months Before Next Use Reason
If you did not add fuel stabilizer to your fuel storage container
when you filled it up, fill your product’s fuel tank with fresh
gasoline.
If the fuel tank is only partially filled, air in the tank will promote
fuel deterioration.
Add fuel stabilizer to the product’s fuel tank according to the
stabilizer manufacturer’s instructions.
Fuel stabilizer will extend the life of gasoline, but it will not
reconstitute stale gasoline.
Run the engine outdoors for 10 minutes. This makes sure treated gasoline has replaced untreated
gasoline throughout the fuel system.
Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position, start the engine, and let it
run approximately 3 minutes until the carburetor is empty and the
engine stops.
The small amount of gasoline in your engine’s carburetor will
deteriorate faster than the fuel in the fuel tank due to its small
volume and heat from the engine.
More Than 3 Months Before Next Use Reason
Start the engine and let it run long enough to empty all the
gasoline from the entire fuel system, including the fuel tank.
Do not allow gasoline to remain in your product’s fuel tank for
more than 3 months (about 90 days) of inactivity.
All fuel stabilizers have a shelf life. It is good practice to empty
the fuel system for long term inactivity.
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Distributor’s Limited Warranty
United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands
The applicable warranty is the warranty policy in effect in the country
where the warranty service is provided.
(1) Private Residential: Used in maintaining owner’s primary and/or secondary
residence. Any other use, including but not limited to informal “for hire” use, is
considered commercial/rental/institutional.
(2) Honda GS general purpose engines are not covered by this warranty when
installed on concession type vehicles.
To Qualify for this Warranty:
The Honda general purpose engine must be purchased from a Honda
general purpose engine dealer or distributor authorized to sell that
product in the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands.
This limited warranty applies to first retail purchaser and each
subsequent owner during the applicable warranty time period.
What American Honda Will Repair or Replace Under Warranty:
American Honda will repair or replace, at its option, any part that is
proven to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use
during the applicable warranty time period. Warranty repairs and
replacements will be made without charge for parts or labor. Anything
replaced under warranty becomes the property of American Honda
Motor Co., Inc. All parts replaced under warranty will be considered as
part of the original product and any warranty on those parts will expire
coincident with the original product warranty.
To Obtain Warranty Service:
You must take your Honda general purpose engine, or the equipment
in which it is installed, together with proof of original retail purchase
date, at your expense, to a Honda engine dealer authorized to sell
that product in the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin
Islands, during their normal business hours. To locate a dealer near
you, visit our web site at engines.honda.com and click on FIND A
DEALER.
If you are unable to obtain warranty service, or are dissatisfied with
the warranty service you receive, take the following steps: First
contact the owner of the dealership involved. Normally this should
resolve the problem. However, if you should require further
assistance, write or call the Power Equipment Customer Relations
Department of American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Power Equipment Division
Customer Relations Dept.
4900 Marconi Drive
Alpharetta, GA 30005-8847
Or telephone: (770) 497-6400, 9:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. ET
Exclusions:
This engine warranty does not include the following:
1. Any damage or deterioration resulting from the following:
- Neglect of the periodic maintenance as specified in the engine
owner’s manual
- Improper repair or maintenance
- Operating methods other than those indicated in the engine
owner’s manual
- Damage caused by the product on which the engine is installed
- Damage caused by conversion to, or use of, fuel other than the
fuel(s) that the engine was originally manufactured to use, as
set forth in the engine owner’s manual and/or warranty booklet
- The use of non-genuine Honda parts and accessories, other
than those approved by Honda (other than recommended
lubricants and fluids) (does not apply to the emissions warranty
unless non-genuine part used is not comparable to Honda part
and was cause of the failure)
- Exposure of the product to soot and smoke, chemical agents,
bird droppings, sea water, salt or other corrosive environments
- Collision, fuel contamination or deterioration, neglect,
unauthorized alteration, or misuse
- Natural wear and tear (natural fading of painted or plated
surfaces, sheet peeling and other natural deterioration)
2. American Honda is an engine supplier to original equipment
manufacturers (OEMs) to power their products such as pressure
washers, lawn mowers, log splitters, etc. In the case where an
OEM supplies parts, including emission related parts (e.g.
muffler), please refer to the OEM for warranty coverage and
support.
3. Consumable parts: Honda does not warrant parts deterioration
due to normal wear and tear. The parts listed below are not
covered by warranty (unless they are needed as a part of another
warranty repair):
- Spark plug, fuel filter, air cleaner element, clutch disc, recoil
starter rope
- Lubricant: oil and grease
4. Cleaning, adjustment, and normal periodic maintenance work
(carburetor cleaning and engine oil draining).
5. Use of the Honda general purpose engine for racing or
competition.
6. Any engine that is part of a product that has ever been declared a
total loss or sold for salvage by a financial institution or insurer.
Disclaimer of Consequential Damage and Limitation of Implied
Warranties:
American Honda disclaims any responsibility for loss of time or use of
the engine, or the equipment in which the engine is installed,
transportation, commercial loss, or any other incidental or
consequential damage. Any implied warranties are limited to the
duration of this written limited warranty. Some states do not allow
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so
the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights, which vary from state to state.
PWL50372-R
PRODUCTS
COVERED BY THIS
WARRANTY:
LENGTH OF WARRANTY:
(FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE)
PRIVATE/
RESIDENTIAL(1) COMMERCIAL/
RENTAL/
INSTITUTIONAL
GS Series Engines 24 months 3 months (2)
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Distributor’s Warranty Canada
Honda Canada Inc., 180 Honda Boulevard, Markham, Ontario for and
on behalf of Honda Motor Co. Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, gives the following
written warranty on each new General Purpose Engine manufactured
by Honda Motor Co. Ltd., Japan, distributed in Canada by Honda
Canada Inc. and sold as part of the original equipment of machinery
or equipment when such machinery or equipment is manufactured in
Canada. Whenever used herein, the word "Honda" refers to Honda
Canada Inc. and/or Honda Motor Co. Ltd. as appropriate from the
context.
Honda WARRANTS THAT each new Honda General Purpose Engine
will be free, under normal use and maintenance, from any defects in
material or workmanship for the relevant warranty period set forth
below. If any defects should be found in a Honda General Purpose
Engine within the relevant warranty period, necessary repairs and
replacements with a new part or the Honda equivalent shall be made
at no cost to the consumer for parts and labour (except for labour
charges due to the presence of an attachment), when Honda
acknowledges that such defects are attributable to faulty material or
workmanship at the time of manufacture.
WARRANTY PERIOD
Warranty coverage commences from the original date of sale or when
the unit is first put into use as a demonstrator. The following warranty
applies to General Purpose Engines purchased at retail or placed into
rental service on or after August 1, 2011.
NOTE: Concession use refers to Go Karts, etc.
THIS WARRANTY COVERS:
a) Any Honda General Purpose Engine purchased from a Honda
general purpose engine dealer or distributor authorized to sell
that product in Canada.
b) Any factory installed part (except normal maintenance parts
referred to in “THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER”); and
c) Any General Purpose Engine on which required maintenance
services have been performed as prescribed in the Owner's
Manual.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
1. Any damage or deterioration resulting from the following:
- Neglect of the periodic maintenance as specified in the engine
owner’s manual
- Improper repair or maintenance
- Operating methods other than those indicated in the engine
owner’s manual
- Damage caused by the product on which the engine is installed
- Damage caused by conversion to, or use of, fuel other than the
fuel(s) that the engine was originally manufactured to use, as
set forth in the engine owner’s manual and/or warranty booklet
- The use of non-genuine Honda parts and accessories, other
than those approved by Honda (other than recommended
lubricants and fluids) (does not apply to the emissions warranty
unless non-genuine part used is not comparable to Honda part
and was cause of the failure)
- Exposure of the product to soot and smoke, chemical agents,
bird droppings, sea water, salt or other corrosive environments
- Collision, fuel contamination or deterioration, neglect,
unauthorized alteration, or misuse
- Natural wear and tear (natural fading of painted or plated
surfaces, sheet peeling and other natural deterioration)
2. Consumable parts: Honda does not warrant parts deterioration
due to normal wear and tear. The parts listed below are not
covered by warranty (unless they are needed as a part of another
warranty repair):
- Spark plug, fuel filter, air cleaner element, clutch disc, recoil
starter rope
- Lubricant: oil and grease
3. Cleaning, adjustment, and normal periodic maintenance work
(carburetor cleaning and engine oil draining).
4. Use of the Honda general purpose engine for racing or
competition.
5. Any engine that is part of a product that has ever been declared a
total loss or sold for salvage by a financial institution or insurer.
THE OWNER’S OBLIGATION
In order to maintain the validity of this DISTRIBUTOR'S WARRANTY,
the required maintenance services as set forth in the Owner's Manual
must be performed at the proper intervals and detailed receipts and
records retained as proof.
TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE
You must take your Honda General Purpose Engine, at your expense,
during normal service hours, to the authorized Honda Power Products
dealer or the dealer designated by the manufacturer of the machinery
or equipment powered by the Honda engine. If you are unable to
obtain or are dissatisfied with the warranty service you receive, first
contact the owner of the dealership involved; this should resolve the
problem. If you require further assistance, contact Honda Canada
Inc., at the address shown under Customer Service Information
(page 12).
REPLACEMENT PARTS WARRANTY
New Honda Genuine replacement parts sold to a consumer or
installed by an authorized Honda power equipment dealer which are
not covered by the DISTRIBUTOR'S WARRANTY are warranted for a
period of one year from date of purchase for normal use, or 3 months
for rental or concession use provided, however, that this Replacement
Parts Warranty does not apply to any replacement parts modified,
used with, or installed on a power product for which the replacement
parts were not intended. Electrical components that are not installed
by the dealer (sold over the counter) are not covered by warranty.
ENTIRE WRITTEN WARRANTY
This DISTRIBUTOR'S WARRANTY is the only and the entire written
warranty given by Honda for Honda General Purpose Engines. No
dealer or his agent or employee is authorized to extend or enlarge on
these warranties on behalf of Honda by any written or verbal
statement or advertisement.
DISCLAIMER
To the extent the law permits, Honda disclaims any responsibility for
loss of time or use of the General Purpose Engine, transportation or
towing costs or any other indirect, incidental or consequential
damage, inconvenience or commercial loss.
NOTICE TO CONSUMER
The provisions contained in these written warranties are not intended
to limit, modify, take away from, disclaim or exclude any warranties
set forth in or the operation of The Consumer Products Warranties
Act, 1977 (Saskatchewan), The Consumer Product Warranty and
Liability Act (New Brunswick), The Consumer Protection Act
(Quebec), or any other similar provincial or federal legislation.
PRIVACY STATEMENT
The owner information submitted may be used by Honda and its
related companies, their dealers and service providers to
communicate marketing, product and service information to you. If
you prefer not to receive marketing information, please contact us at
1-888-946-6329.
International Warranty
See last pages.
MODEL NON-COMMERCIAL COMMERCIAL RENTAL CONCESSION
GS160
GS190
24 months 3 months 3 months NONE
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY
Your new Honda Power Equipment engine complies with the U.S. EPA,
Environment Canada, and State of California (models certified for sale in
California only) emission regulations. American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
provides the emission warranty coverage for engines in the United States and
its territories. Honda Canada Inc. provides the emission warranty for engines
in the 13 provinces and territories of Canada. In the remainder of this Emission
Control System Warranty, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. and Honda
Canada Inc. will be referred to as Honda.
CALIFORNIA EXHAUST AND EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS CONTROL
WARRANTY STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS
The California Air Resources Board and Honda are pleased to explain the
exhaust and evaporative emissions (“emissions”) control system warranty on
your 2021 and later Honda Power Equipment engine. In California, new
equipment that use small off-road engines must be designed, built, and
equipped to meet the State's stringent anti-smog standards. Honda must
warrant the emissions control system on your power equipment engine for the
periods of time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect, or
improper maintenance of your small off-road engine or equipment leading to
the failure of the emissions control system.
Your emissions control system may include parts such as the carburetor or
fuel-injection system, the ignition system, catalytic converter, fuel tanks, fuel
lines (for liquid fuel and fuel vapors), fuel caps, valves, canisters, filters,
clamps and other associated components. Also included may be hoses, belts,
connectors, and other emission-related assemblies (see adjacent table for
additional covered parts).
Where a warrantable condition exists, Honda will repair your power equipment
engine at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts and labor.
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE:
The exhaust and evaporative emissions control system on your Honda power
equipment engine is warranted for two years. If any emissions-related part on
your Honda power equipment engine is defective, the part will be repaired or
replaced by Honda.
OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITY:
• As the power equipment engine owner, you are responsible for the
performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner's manual.
Honda recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on
your power equipment engine, but Honda cannot deny warranty coverage
solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of
all scheduled maintenance.
• As the power equipment engine owner, you should however be aware that
Honda may deny you warranty coverage if your power equipment engine or
a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, or
unapproved modifications.
• You are responsible for presenting your power equipment engine to a
Honda Power Equipment servicing dealer as soon as the problem exists.
The warranty repairs shall be completed in a reasonable amount of time,
not to exceed 30 days.
If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities,
you should contact the Honda Office in your region:
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS
Other States, U.S. territories, and Canada:
In other areas of the United States and in Canada, your engine must be
designed, built, and equipped to meet the U.S. EPA and Environment Canada
emission standards for spark-ignited engines at or below 19 kilowatts.
Specific Honda products that do not meet the California emissions regulations
can be identified by a “California: Not for sale or use” or “California: Only for
use in Farming or Construction Equipment” decal.
All of the United States and Canada:
The exhaust and evaporative emissions control system on your Honda power
equipment engine sold in the United States and Canada is warranted for two
years from the date of delivery to the ultimate purchaser or the length of the
Honda Distributor’s Limited Warranty, whichever is longer. This warranty is
transferable to each subsequent purchaser for the duration of the warranty
period.
If any emissions-related part on your Honda power equipment engine is
defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Honda. All defective parts
replaced under this warranty become the property of Honda. Only Honda
approved replacement parts may be used in the performance of any warranty
repairs and must be provided without charge to the owner. A list of warranted
parts is on the reverse side of this warranty statement. All emission related
parts are under warranty for the remainder of the warranty period. Normal
maintenance items, such as spark plugs and filters, that are on the warranted
parts list are warranted up to their required replacement interval only.
Honda will also replace other engine components damaged by a failure of any
warranted part during the warranty period. Honda cannot deny coverage under
the emission warranty solely for use of non-Honda replacement parts or
service performed at a location other than an authorized Honda dealership;
however, use of a part that is not functionally identical to the original equipment
part in any respect that may in any way affect emissions (including durability)
could result in denial of coverage. If such a non-Honda replacement part is
used in the repair or maintenance of your engine, and an authorized Honda
dealer determines it is defective or causes a failure of a warranted part, your
claim for repair of your engine may be denied. If the part in question is not
related to the reason your engine requires repair, your claim will not be denied.
TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE:
You must, at your own expense, take your Honda Power Equipment engine or
the product on which it is installed, along with your sales registration card or
other proof of original purchase date, to any Honda Power Equipment dealer
who is authorized by Honda to sell and service that Honda product during their
normal business hours. Claims for repair or adjustment found to be caused
solely by defects in material or workmanship will not be denied because the
engine was not properly maintained and used.
If you are unable to obtain emission warranty service or are dissatisfied with
the warranty service you received, contact the owner of the dealership
involved. Normally this should resolve your problem. However, if you require
further assistance, contact the Honda office in your region. Refer to adjacent
column for contact information.
EXCLUSIONS:
Failures other than those resulting from defects in material or workmanship are
not covered by this warranty. This warranty does not extend to emission
control systems or parts that are affected or damaged by owner abuse,
neglect, improper maintenance, or unapproved modifications.
This warranty does not cover replacement of expendable maintenance items
made in connection with required maintenance service after the item’s first
scheduled replacement as listed in the maintenance section of the product
owner’s manual, such as: spark plugs and filters.
DISCLAIMER OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE AND LIMITATION OF
IMPLIED WARRANTIES:
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. and Honda Canada Inc. disclaim any
responsibility for incidental or consequential damages such as loss of time or
the use of the power equipment, or any commercial loss due to the failure of
the equipment; and any implied warranties are limited to the duration of this
written warranty. This warranty is applicable only where the California, U.S.
EPA, or Environment Canada emission control system warranty regulation is
in effect.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY PARTS:
PWL50975-V
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Power Equipment
Customer Relations
4900 Marconi Drive
Alpharetta, Georgia 30005-8847
Telephone: (888) 888-3139
or
Honda Canada Inc.
Power Equipment
Customer Relations
180 Honda Blvd.
Markham, ON, L6C, 0H9
Telephone: (888) 946-6329
Email: powerequipmentemissions
@ahm.honda.com
SYSTEMS COVERED
BY THIS WARRANTY: PARTS
DESCRIPTION:
Fuel Metering Carburetor assembly (includes starting enrichment
system), Oxygen sensor, Throttle body,
Engine temperature sensor, Engine control module,
Fuel injector, Fuel regulator, Intake manifold
Evaporative Fuel tank, Fuel cap, Fuel lines (for liquid and fuel
vapors), Carbon canister, Canister mounting brack-
ets, Fuel line fittings, Fuel strainer, Fuel valve, Fuel
pump, Fuel hose joint, Canister purge port connector
Exhaust Catalyst, Exhaust pipe, Muffler (with catalyst),
Exhaust manifold
Air Induction Air cleaner case, Air cleaner element*
Ignition Flywheel comp., Flywheel magneto, Ignition pulse
generator, Crankshaft position sensor,
Power coil, Ignition coil assembly, Ignition control
module, Spark plug cap, Spark plug*
Crankcase Emission
Control Crankcase breather tube, Breather valve assembly,
Oil filler cap
Miscellaneous Parts Tubing, fittings, seals, gaskets, and clamps
associated with these listed systems
* Covered up to the first required replacement only. See the MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE on page 6.
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MANUEL DE L’UTILISATEUR
GS160 • GS190
[1]
[2]
[3]
[5]
[9]
[8]
[6] [7]
[4]
EMPLACEMENT DES COMPOSANTS
1 Bouchon de remplissage d’essence 7 Silencieux
2 Poignée de démarreur 8 Déflecteure silencieux (optional)
3 Réservoir d’essence 9 Bouchon de remplissage et jauge d’huile
4 Zone de commande moteur* 10 Boulon de vidange d’huile
5 Filtre à air 11 Numéro de série du moteur
6 Bougie d’allumage
* Les commandes dépendent du type de moteur. Se reporter aux schémas individuels sur page 2 pour
déterminer quel type de commande moteur considérer lors de la lecture de la section Fonctionnement et
d’autres sections de ce manuel.
[11]
[10]
AVERTISSEMENT:
Les gaz d'échappement du moteur contiennent des
produits chimiques reconnus par l'État de la Californie
comme pouvant entraîner le cancer, des malformations à
la naissance et autres dangers liés à la reproduction.
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INTRODUCTION
Merci d’avoir acheté un moteur Honda. Ce manuel vous aidera à
obtenir les meilleurs résultats de votre nouveau moteur et à l’utiliser
sans danger. Il contient tous les renseignements nécessaires ;
veuillez le lire attentivement avant de faire fonctionner le moteur. En
cas de problème ou pour toute question concernant votre moteur,
veuillez consulter un concessionnaire Honda.
Toute l’information contenue dans ce document est basée sur les
données les plus récentes au moment de l’impression. American
Honda Motor Co., Inc. se réserve le droit d’apporter des modifications
à tout moment sans préavis ni obligation. Toute reproduction, même
partielle, de ce document est interdite sans autorisation écrite.
Ce manuel fait partie intégrante du moteur et doit l’accompagner en
cas de revente.
Pour tout renseignement supplémentaire concernant le démarrage,
l’arrêt, le fonctionnement, les réglages ou toute opération d’entretien
particulière du moteur, veuillez consulter les instructions fournies avec
le matériel entraîné par ce moteur.
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
MESSAGES DE SÉCURITÉ
Votre sécurité et celle des autres est très importante. Vous trouverez
des messages de sécurité importants dans ce manuel et sur le
moteur. Veuillez les lire avec attention.
Les messages de sécurité vous mettent en garde contre les dangers
présentés par le moteur. Chacun de ces messages est précédé du
symbole de mise en garde et de l’intitulé DANGER,
AVERTISSEMENT ou ATTENTION.
Ces intitulés signifient :
Chaque message indique quel est le danger, ce qui peut se produire
et ce qui peut être fait pour éliminer ou réduire le risque d’blessures.
MESSAGES DE PRÉVENTION DES DOMMAGES
Vous rencontrerez également d’autres messages importants
précédés de l’intitulé AVIS. Ce terme signifie :
L’objet de ces messages est d’écarter les risques de dommages du
moteur, d’autres matériels et pour l’environnement.
INFORMATION CONCERNANT LA SÉCURITÉ
• Veillez à comprendre le fonctionnement de toutes les commandes
et à apprendre comment éteindre le moteur rapidement en cas
d’urgence. Assurez-vous que le conducteur reçoive les instructions
nécessaires avant d’utiliser le matériel.
• Ne pas autoriser des enfants à utiliser le moteur. Eloigner les
enfants et les animaux de la zone d’utilisation.
• Les gaz d’échappement du moteur contiennent du monoxyde de
carbone toxique. Ne faites pas fonctionner le moteur sans
ventilation appropriée et jamais à l’intérieur.
• Le moteur et son échappement sont très chauds durant la marche.
Maintenez le moteur à 1 mètre minimum des bâtiments et autres
équipements durant la marche. Tenez les matières inflammables à
l’écart et ne placez rien sur le moteur durant la marche.
EMPLACEMENT DE L’ETIQUETTE DE SÉCURITÉ
Cette étiquette met en garde contre les risques potentiels de
blessures graves. La lire attentivement. Voir page 17.
Si l’étiquette se décolle ou devient illisible, s’adresser au
concessionnaire d’entretien Honda pour son remplacement.
CONTRÔLES AVANT UTILISATION
LE MOTEUR EST-IL PRÊT À FONCTIONNER ?
Pour des raisons de sécurité, pour assurer la conformité avec la
réglementation environnementale, et pour assurer une durée de
service optimale du matériel, il est très important de consacrer
quelques instants au contrôle de l’état du moteur avant de l’utiliser.
Veiller à régler tout problème identifié, ou à le faire corriger par un
réparateur, avant de faire fonctionner le moteur.
Avant de débuter les contrôles, s’assurer que le moteur est horizontal
et que le levier du frein de volant levier de papillon, bouton d’arrêt du
moteur est en position STOP ou ARRÊT.
Toujours effectuer les contrôles suivants avant de démarrer le moteur:
1. Niveau d’essence (page 21).
2. Niveau d’huile (page 21).
Le système Oil Alert® (le cas échéant) permet d'arrêter
automatiquement le moteur lorsque le niveau d'huile chute sous la
limite sécuritaire. Toutefois, afin d'éviter l'arrêt inattendu du
moteur, vérifiez toujours le niveau d'huile avant de mettre le
moteur en marche.
3. Filtre à air (page 22).
4. Contrôle général : Vérifier l’absence de fuites et le bon serrage et
l’état des pièces.
5. Contrôler le matériel entraîné par le moteur.
Respecter toutes les précaution et procédures à suivre avant le
démarrage du moteur figurant dans le mode d’emploi du matériel
entraîné par le moteur.
MESSAGES DE SÉCURITÉ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
CONTRÔLES AVANT UTILISATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
FONCTIONNEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
MESURES DE PRÉCAUTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
DÉMARRAGE/ARRÊT DU MOTEUR (TOUS LES TYPES) . . . . . 19
L'ENTRETIEN DE VOTRE MOTEUR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
ENTRETIEN SÉCURITAIRE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
CALENDRIER D'ENTRETIEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
REMPLISSAGE DU RÉSERVOIR D’ESSENCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
HUILE-MOTEUR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
FILTRE À AIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
BOUGIE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
PARE-ÉTINCELLES (OPTIONNEL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
REMISAGE DE VOTRE MOTEUR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
TRANSPORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
RÉGLER DES PROBLÈMES IMPRÉVUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
INFORMATIONS TECHNIQUES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
INFORMATION DU CONSOMMATEUR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
GARANTIE DU DISTRIBUTEUR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
DANGER
Vous SEREZ TUE ou GRAVEMENT
BLESSE si vous ne respectez pas
ces instructions.
AVERTISSEMENT
Vous RISQUEZ d’être TUE ou
GRAVEMENT BLESSE si vous ne
respectez pas ces instructions.
ATTENTION
Vous RISQUEZ d’être BLESSE si
vous ne respectez pas ces
instructions.
AVIS
Risque de dommages matériels du moteur et
autres si les instructions ne sont pas respectées.
AVERTISSEMENT
Un entretien inadéquat du moteur ou l’existence de problèmes
non résolus avant la mise en marche peuvent entraîner un
mauvais fonctionnement pouvant présenter un danger de
blessure grave ou de mort.
Toujours effectuer un contrôle préalablement à chaque utilisation
et corriger tout problème éventuel.
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FONCTIONNEMENT
MESURES DE PRÉCAUTION
Avant de mettre le moteur en marche pour la première fois, consulter
la section MESSAGES DE SÉCURITÉ et CONTRÔLES AVANT
UTILISATION à la page 18.
Par mesure de sécurité, ne pas faire fonctionner le moteur à essence
dans un endroit clos comme un garage. L'échappement du moteur
contient du monoxyde de carbone, un gaz toxique qui peut
s'accumuler rapidement dans un endroit clos et causer des blessures
ou la mort.
Respecter toutes les mesures de précaution indiquées dans le mode
d’emploi du matériel entraîné concernant le démarrage, l’arrêt et le
fonctionnement du moteur.
Ne pas faire fonctionner le moteur sur des pentes dont l’inclinaison
est supérieure à 20°.
FRÉQUENCE D'UTILISATION
Si votre équipement doit être utilisé seulement à l'occasion ou de
façon intermittente (plus de 4 semaines entre chaque tonte), veuillez
vous référer à la section portant sur le Essence du chapitre
STOCKAGE DU MOTEUR (page 23) pour obtenir plus de détails sur
la détérioration du carburant.
DÉMARRAGE/ARRÊT DU MOTEUR (TOUS LES TYPES)
Voir les Figures 2 .
•Starter Manuel: Placer la levier de starter [2] soit en position
FERMÉE (CLOSED) (moteur froid).
Si la tige d'étrangleur était en position FERMÉE pour mettre le
moteur en marche, poussez-la en position OUVERTE (OPEN) dès
que le moteur se réchauffe.
•Moteur: Pour obtenir un fonctionnement optimal du moteur, il est
conseillé de l’utiliser avec le papillon en position RAPIDE (FAST)
(ou régime élevé).
•Poignée du Démarreur: Tirer légèrement la poignée du démarreur
jusqu’à rencontrer une résistance, puis tirer vigoureusement.
AVIS
Ne pas lâcher la poignée et la laisser revenir violemment contre le
moteur. La ramener doucement pour éviter d’endommager le
démarreur.
SYSTÈME OIL ALERT® (TYPES DE MOTEURS APPLICABLE)
Le système Oil Alert a été conçu pour prévenir les dommages de
moteur causés par une quantité insuffisante d'huile dans le carter.
Avant que le niveau d'huile dans le carter ne chute sous la limite
sécuritaire, le système Oil Alert arrête automatiquement le moteur [le
levier des gaz (levier de commande d'allumage) demeure en position
de marche].
Si le moteur arrête et ne redémarre pas, vérifiez le niveau d'huile
(page 21) avant de procéder à d'autres vérifications.
Type 1: Étrangleur Manuel, Accélérateur Manuel
DÉMARRAGE DU MOTEUR
1. Tirez sur la tige d'étrangleur [1] et placez-la en position FERMÉE
(CLOSED) (moteur froid) (Voir la Figure 1, page 2).
2. Déplacez le levier des gaz [2] (gris) de la position LENTE (SLOW)
d'environ 1/3 de la distance en direction de la position RAPIDE
(FAST) (Voir la Figure 2, page 2).
Certains moteurs sont équipés d'un levier des gaz à commande à
distance plutôt que d'un levier des gaz monté sur le moteur comme
le montre l'illustration.
3. Tirez légèrement sur la poignée de démarrage jusqu'à ce que le
câble offre une certaine résistance, puis tirez vigoureusement sur
la poignée.
4. Si la tige d'étrangleur était en position FERMÉE (CLOSED) pour
mettre le moteur en marche, poussez-la en position OUVERTE
(OPEN) dès que le moteur se réchauffe.
5. Placez le levier des gaz (gris) au régime désiré. Pour un
rendement optimal.
ARRÊT DU MOTEUR
1. Placez le levier des gaz (gris) en position LENTE (SLOW).
2. Laissez le moteur tourner au ralenti quelques secondes,
puis placez le levier des gaz en position D’ARRÊT (OFF).
Type 2: Étrangleur Manuel, Levier De Commande
D'allumage, Accélérateur Fixe
DÉMARRAGE DU MOTEUR
1. Tirez sur la tige d'étrangleur [1] et placez-la en position FERMÉE
(CLOSED) (moteur froid) (Voir la Figure 1, page 2).
2. Déplacez le levier de commande d'allumage (rouge) en position de
MARCHE (ON) (Voir la Figure 4, page 2).
Certains moteurs sont équipés d'un levier des gaz à commande à
distance plutôt que d'un levier des gaz monté sur le moteur comme
le montre l'illustration.
3. Tirez légèrement sur la poignée de démarrage jusqu'à ce que le
câble offre une certaine résistance, puis tirez vigoureusement sur
la poignée.
4. Si la tige d'étrangleur était en position FERMÉE (CLOSED) pour
mettre le moteur en marche, poussez-la en position OUVERTE
(OPEN) dès que le moteur se réchauffe.
Le régime du moteur est préréglé sur ce type de moteur.
ARRÊT DU MOTEUR
Déplacez le levier de commande d'allumage (rouge) en position
D’ARRÊT (OFF) (Voir la Figure 5, page 2).
Type 3: Étrangleur Manuel, Interrupteur
D'arrêt Du Moteur, Accélérateur Fixe
Certaines applications du moteur utilisant une commande a
distance une interrupteur d’arrêt du moteur plutot que le
interrupteur d’arrêt du moteur represente ici. Consulter les
instructions fournies par le fabricant de l’équipement.
DÉMARRAGE DU MOTEUR
1. Tirez sur la tige d'étrangleur [1] et placez-la en position FERMÉE
(CLOSED) (moteur froid) (Voir la Figure 1, page 2).
2. Placez l'interrupteur d'arrêt du moteur en position de MARCHE
(ON) (Voir la Figure 6, page 2).
3. Tirez légèrement sur la poignée de démarrage jusqu'à ce que le
câble offre une certaine résistance, puis tirez vigoureusement sur
la poignée.
AVERTISSEMENT
Les gaz d'échappement contiennent du monoxyde de carbone,
un gaz toxique qui peut s'accumuler jusqu'à devenir dangereux
dans les endroits clos. L'inhalation de monoxyde de carbone
peut provoquer des pertes de conscience et peut être mortelle.
Ne jamais faire fonctionner le moteur dans un endroit clos ou ne
serait-ce qu'en partie clos dans lequel des personnes sont
susceptibles d'être présentes.
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4. Si la tige d'étrangleur était en position FERMÉE (CLOSED) pour
mettre le moteur en marche, poussez-la en position OUVERTE
(OPEN) dès que le moteur se réchauffe.
Le régime du moteur est préréglé sur ce type de moteur.
ARRÊT DU MOTEUR
Déplacez l'interrupteur d'arrêt du moteur en position D’ARRÊT
(OFF) (Voir la Figure 6, page 2).
L'ENTRETIEN DE VOTRE MOTEUR
L'IMPORTANCE DE L'ENTRETIEN
L'entretien adéquat de votre moteur est essentiel pour garantir un bon
fonctionnement sécuritaire et économique, sans compter qu'il permet
de diminuer considérablement la pollution.
Afin de vous aider à effectuer l'entretien adéquat de votre moteur, les
pages qui suivent comprennent un calendrier d'entretien, des
procédures d'inspection de routine ainsi que des procédures
d'entretien faciles ne requérant que de simples outils à main. Par
ailleurs, les services d'entretien plus complexes, ou ceux qui
requièrent un outillage spécialisé, devraient être effectués par des
professionnels, en l'occurrence par un technicien Honda ou tout
technicien qualifié.
Le calendrier d'entretien a été conçu en fonction d'une utilisation
normale. Si votre moteur est utilisé de façon inhabituelle, par
exemple pour un usage intensif ou à haute température, ou encore
dans un environnement humide ou sec, consultez votre
concessionnaire afin de connaître les recommandations qui
s'appliquent dans votre cas. Rappelez-vous que votre
concessionnaire est le mieux qualifié et qu'il dispose de l'équipement
approprié pour effectuer l'entretien et la réparation de votre moteur.
Rappelez-vous que votre concessionnaire est le mieux qualifié et qu'il
dispose de l'équipement approprié pour effectuer l'entretien et la
réparation de votre moteur.
Pour garantir la qualité et la fiabilité de votre moteur, utilisez toujours
des pièces neuves d'origine Honda, ou équivalentes, pour effectuer
toute réparation et tout remplacement.
L'entretien, le remplacement et la réparation des dispositifs et
des systèmes antipollution peuvent être effectués par tout atelier
et toute personne qualifiés en utilisant des pièces certifiées
conformes aux normes de l'EPA.
ENTRETIEN SÉCURITAIRE
Les principales consignes de sécurité sur l'entretien sont présentées
ci-après. Toutefois, il nous est impossible de prévoir tous les
incidents possibles pouvant être liés à l'entretien de votre moteur.
Vous seul êtes en mesure de savoir si vous pouvez ou non effectuer
les différents travaux.
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ
• S'assurer que le moteur est à l'arrêt avant de procéder à un
entretien ou à une réparation afin de réduire les risques de
dommages ou de blessures.
–Le tuyau d'échappement émet du monoxyde de carbone.
S'assurer de faire fonctionner le moteur dans un endroit bien
aéré.
–Les pièces chaudes peuvent causer des brûlures.
Laisser le moteur et le tuyau d'échappement refroidir avant
d'y toucher.
–Les pièces mobiles peuvent causer des blessures.
Ne pas mettre le moteur en marche, à moins que les
procédures ne le recommandent.
• Lire les instructions avant l'utilisation et s'assurer de posséder les
outils et les qualifications requises.
• Pour réduire les risques d'incendie et d'explosion, procédez avec
précaution lors de travaux effectués en présence d'essence.
Utilisez uniquement du solvant ininflammable, et non de l'essence,
pour nettoyer les pièces. Ne fumez pas, et conservez l'essence à
bonne distance des étincelles et des flammes.
CALENDRIER D'ENTRETIEN
Effectuer l'entretien suivant le mois ou le nombre d'heures de
fonctionnement indiqués, selon la première éventualité. (1)
AVERTISSEMENT
L'entretien inadéquat du moteur ou le défaut de réparer le
moteur avant son utilisation peut entraîner des défaillances
pouvant causer de graves blessures et même mettre votre vie
en danger.
Toujours observer les recommandations concernant
l'inspection et l'entretien périodique contenues dans le présent
manuel de l'utilisateur.
AVERTISSEMENT
Le non-respect des recommandations d'entretien et des
consignes de sécurité peut causer de graves blessures et
entraîner la mort.
Toujours observer les procédures et les consignes de sécurité
contenues dans le présent manuel de l'utilisateur.
Entretien
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Vérification: Huile
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les 5 heures Remplacement: Huile page 22
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Nettoyage: Pare-étincelles
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Vérification et réglage: Ralenti (4)
Nettoyage: Réservoir d'essence et
filtre (4)
Vérification et réglage: Jeu de la
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dans d''autres langues
- italiano: Honda GS160 Manuale del proprietario
- English: Honda GS160 Owner's manual
- español: Honda GS160 El manual del propietario
- română: Honda GS160 Manualul proprietarului
