Honda EB11000 Owner's manual

Category
Power generators
Type
Owner's manual
EN2000 • EN2500
Owner's Manual
EB11000
©1996 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. — All Rights Reserved
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.
defects or other reproductive harm.
.
Thank you for purchasing a Honda generator. 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.
This owner’s manual describes the operation and maintenance of the
Honda EBl 1000 Generator. 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 generator
and should remain with it if it is resold.
Safety Messages
Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have
provided important safety messages in this manual and on the genera-
tor. Pleasa 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
-Q
! and one of three words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
ese mean:
m You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you
don’t follow instructions.
B You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you
don’t follow instructions.
B
You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
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:
[W]
y.
* ur generator or other property could be damaged if you
don’t follow instructions.
The purpose of these messages is to help prevent damage to your
generator, other property, or the environment.
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CONTENTS
SAFETY ....................................................................................... 4
Safety Label Locations ............................................................... 4
Safety Information .....................................................................
COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ................................................... i?i
CONTROLS .............................................................................. 11
Engine Switch ........................................................................ 11
Recoie Starter ........................................................................ 11
Fuel Valve ..............................................................................
Choke KnoB ........................................................................... :2’
Circuit Breaker ........................................................................ 13
Circuit protector .....................................................................
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) Receptacle .................. 1:
Hour Meter.. ........................................................................... .17
Auto-throttle Switch ............................................................... 17
Ground Terminal ...................................................................... 18
Oil Alert System ..................................................................... 18
GENERATOR USE ..................................................................... 19
Connections to a Building’s Electrical System ........................... 19
Ground System ........................................................................
Special Requirements.. ............................................................. ::
AC Applications ..................................................................... 20
AC Operation -
.......... ................................................................. 21
How to Use the Receptacles ...................................................
Auto-throttle System .................................................. ............. z
High Altitude Operation .........................................................
PRE-OPERATION CHECK ......................................................... E
Engine Oil .................................................................................
Fuel ....................................................................................... I:
Air Cleaner ..............................................................................
STARTING THE ENGINE ............................................................ ii
STOPPING THE ENGINE ............................................................ 31
2
MAINTENANCE ........................................................................ 32
Importance of Maintenance.. .................................................... 32
Maintenance safety .................................................................. 33
Emission Control System .........................................................
Proper Maintenance is the Owner’s Responsibility ................ ..: 2
Maintenance Schedule ........................................................... .36
Engine Oil Change .................................................................. 37
Oil Filter Change .....................................................................
Air Cleaner Service .................................................................. z:
Spark Plug Service .................................................................. 41
Spark Arrester Maintenance ................................................... 43
Fuel Sediment Cup Cleaning ...................................................
Fuel Filter .............................................................................. ti
Fuse Replacement ..................................................................
Battery .................................................................................... t;
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE.. .............................................. 51
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................
WIRING DIAGRAM ......................................................... ............ :;
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................... .57
WARRANTY SERVICE INFORMATION .......................................
INDEX .......................................................................................
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SAFETY
SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS
The labels shown here contain important safety information. Please
read them carefully, These labels are considered permanent parts of
your generator. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact
your Honda generator dealer for a repiacement.
BE SURE 10 FILL CRANKCASE WITH RECOMMENDED OIL
BEFORE USING.
FOR DETAILED
EXPLANATION. SEE THE OWNER’S MANUAL.
“OLTAGE
FREQUENCY
RATED OUTPUT
yLEOUVPUT
4
OlUltCT THIS CENEMTOII I
ElECTRlrA SYSTlY UNLE
SWITCH IUS BEtbl IYSTA
‘WARN,NC 00 NOT USE INOOOAS. EXHAUST GAS CONTAINS POISUNOUS -
CARBON
MONOXIDE.
A~~,ON NE PAS UTILISER DANS UN ENDROll FLRME A CAUSE DU
RISOUE D’EMPOISONNEMENT OU CAZ.
ATENCjON NO 10 USE EN LUGARES CERRAOOS POROUE EL MONOXIDE
OE CARBON0 ES VENENOSO.
SAFETY INFORMATION
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.
Operator Responsibility
l
Know how to stop the generator quickly in case of emergency.
l
Understand the use of all generator controls, output receptacles,
and connections.
l
Be sure that anyone who operates the generator receives proper
instruction. Do not let children operate the generator without
parental supervision.
Carbon Monoxide Hazards
l
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless and
odorless gas. Breathing exhaust can cause loss of consciousness
and may lead to death.
l
If you run the generator in an area that is confined, or even partially
enclosed, the air you breathe could contain a dangerous amount of
exhaust gas. To keep exhaust gas from building up, provide ade-
quate ventilation.
6
Electric Shock Hazards
. The generator produces enough electric power to cause a serious
shock or electrocution if misused.
l
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.
l
If the generator is stored outdoors, unprotected from the weather,
check the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) receptacle, and all
other 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.
l
Do not connect to a building’s electrical system unless an isolation
switch has been installed by a qualified electrician.
Fire and Burn Hazards
l
The exhaust system gets hot enough to ignite some materials.
-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.
l
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.
. 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
wellventilated area with the engine stopped.
l
Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may ignite after the engine
has started. Maka sure that any spilled fuel has been wiped up
before starting,the generator.
7
COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
, FILTER
AIR CLEANER
OIL FILLER
CAP
\
RiCOIL STARTER
GRID
\
Y....
OIL‘DRAIN BOLT
8
CONTROL PANEL
AUTO-THROTTLE SWITCH CHOKE KNOB
\ ENGINE SWITCH
I I HoYR METER
AC
RECEPTACLES
20A 120V
FI~~R,E~~~~E~~TAC LE
CTOR
l-L%ii%+ CIRCUIT
BREAKER
/ I Y
AC RECEPTACLE AC RECEPTACLE CIRCUIT
50A 12OVI24OV 30A 12Of 24OV PROTECTORS
30A
CONTROLS
ENGINE SWITCH
To start and stop the engine.
Key position :
OFF: To Stop the engine. Key
can
be removed/inserted.
ON: To run the engine after starting.
START: To start the engine by turning the starter motor.
OF ENGINE SWITCH
Return the key to the ON position once the engine has started. Do not
use the starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails
to start, release the switch and wait 10 seconds before operating the
starter again.
RECOIL STARTER
To start the engine, pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt,
then pull briskly.
~NoTlCE1
Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine.
Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter.
11
FUEL VALVE
The fuel valve is located between the fuel tank and carburetor. When
the knob is in the ON position, fuel is allowed to flow from the f.uel
tank to the carburetor. Be sure to return the knob to OFF after
stopping the engine.
\
FF
FUEi VALVE KNOB
CHOKE KNOB
The choke is used to provide proper starting mixture when the engine
is cold. It can be opened and closed by operating the choke knob
manually. Pull the knob toward the CLOSE position to enrich the
mixture for cold starting
KNOB
CLOSE
12
CIRCUIT BREAKER
The circuit breaker protects the individual circuit protectors and the
50A 120/24OV receptacle. The circuit breaker will automatically
switch OFF if the circuit is overloaded or the appliance plugged into
the circuit is faulty. If the circuit breaker switches OFF automatically,
check whether the appliance is working properly or is exceeding the
rated load capacity of the circuit before switching the circuit breaker
ON again.
ON MA;N CIRCUIT BREAKER
\
OFF
CIRCU’IT PROTECTOR
The circuit protectors will automatically switch OFF if the circuit is
overloaded or the appliance plugged into the circuit is faulty. If a
circuit Protector switches OFF automatically, check whether the
appliance is working properly or is exceeding the rated load capacity
of the circuit before resetting the circuit protector.
Circuit Protector
For Receptacle@
I
For Receptacle@
12ov/24Ov
30A FOR Receptacle@
13
GROUND-FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (GFCI) RECEPTA-
CLES
BU sing the generator in rain, snow or near water can
lead to death from electric shock. Keep the generator dry.
All of the 20 ampere 120 volt receptacles on the generator are
protected by a Ground-Fault Circuit interrupter (GFCI) for protection
against the hazards of ground fault currents. An example of ground-
fault current is the current which would flow through a person who is
using an appliance with faulty insulation and, at the same time, is in
contact with an electrical ground such as a plumbing fixture, wet
floor, or earth.
The ground-fault circuit interrupter will not protect against short
circuits or overloads. The circuit breaker in the control panel which
supplies power to the circuit provides that protection (refer to circuit
breaker on page 10).
The ground-fault circuit interrupter can be identified by the TEST and
RESET buttons. The receptacles on the GFCI can be tested with the
TEST and RESET buttons.
TEST BUll-ON: To test, depress the TEST” button (see page
15).
RESET BUTTON: To restore power, depress the “RESET” button
(see page 16).
Perform this test monthly to ensure proper operation of the GFCI
receptacle. If the generator is stored outdoors, unprotected from the
weather, test the GFCI receptacle before each use. Record your test
on the GFCI test card provided on the control panel.
TEST Bull-ON
RESET BUlTON
14
INSPECTION
Perform the tests below to ensure proper operation of the GFCI
receptacle.
Record your test on the GFCI test card provided on the generator.
Before each use:
If the generator is stored outdoors, unprotected from the weather,
test the GFCI receptacle before each use as described in the monthly,
inspection.
Monthly :
Under normal operating conditions, perform the GFCI test monthly.
1. Unplug all appliances from the generator.
2. Start the engine.
3. Turn the circuit breaker ON.
4. Press the TEST BUTTON
- The RESET BUTTON should extend with a click.
- If the RESET BUTTON does not extend, contact an authorized
Honda generator dealer.
-TEST BUTI-ON
15
5. Press the RESET BUTTON
- The RESET BUTTON should be flush with the test button,
- If the RESET BUTTON is not flush with the TEST BUTTON,
contact an authorized Honda generator dealer.
6. When the RESET BUTTON extends during operation:
- Unplug all appliances from the GFCI protected receptacle.
- Press the RESET BUTTON:
IF THE GFCI CANNOT BE RESET: The GFCI is faulty. Contact an
authorized Honda generator
dealer.
IF THE GFCI RESETS PROPERLY: Check the appliance or the
power cord.
RESET BUT-I-ON
16
HOUR METER
The hour meter indicates the hours the generator has been operated.
Use it to determine when scheduled maintenance should be perfor-
med (see Page 36).
ljiummi]
HOUR METER
AUTO-THRO-lTLE SWITCH
The auto-throttle system automatically reduces engine speed when all
loads are turned off or disconnected. When appliances are turned on
or reconnected, the engine returns to the rated speed.
AUTO: Recommended to minimize fuel consumption and further
reduce noise levels when no load is applied to the genera-
tor.
OFF: The auto-throttle system does not operate.
Recommended to minimize warm-up time when the gener-
ator is started.
Leave the switch in the OFF position when using appli-
ances that require only momentary power, that have a
power demand of less than 1 ampere, or that have large
startup power demands (see page 23).
OiF
GROUND TERMINAL
The generator ground terminal is connected to the frame of the
generator, the metal non-current-carrying parts of the generator, and
the ground terminals of each receptacle.
Ground Terminal
OIL ALERT SYSTEM
The Oil Alert system is designed to prevent engine damage caused by
an insufficient amount of oil in the crankcase. Before the oil level in
the crankcase can fall below a safe limit, the Oil Alert system will
automatically stop the engine (the engine switch will remain in the ON
position).
If the engine stops and will not restart, check the engine oil level (see
page 25) before troubleshooting in other areas.
OIL FILLER CAP UPPER LIMIT
LOWER LIMIT
OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK
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Honda EB11000 Owner's manual

Category
Power generators
Type
Owner's manual

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