Honda Generator EX5500 Owners Manual

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 Generator: EX5500. All information in this publication is based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.

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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 generator. Please read these messages carefully. A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Each safety message is receded by a safety alert symbol and one of three words: DAN c!f El?, WARNING, or CAUTION. A These mean m follow B follow w You WILL instructions. You CAN instructions. be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions. Each message tells you what the hazard is, what can happen, what you can do to avoid or reduce injury. Damage Prevention Messages and You will also see other important word NOTICE. This word means: 1 NOTICE 1Your generator don’t follow instructions. or other messages that are preceded by the property could be damaged if you The purpose of these messages is to help prevent damage generator, other property, or the environment. to your 1 CONTENTS SAFETY . Safety Label Locations Safety Information . . COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION CONTROLS . Engine Switch . Circuit Breaker Fuel Valve . Ground Terminal Voltage Adjustment Knob . Volt Meter . Auto-throttle System . Pilot Lamp . Oil Pressure Lamp GENERATOR USE Connections to a Building’s Electrical System Ground System Special Requirements AC Applications AC Operation AC Receptacle Selection Auto-throttle System . High Altitude Operation . PRE-OPERATION CHECK Engine Oil . Fuel Recommendation Coolant STARTING THE ENGINE . STOPPING THE ENGINE . . MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule Emission Control System Engine Oil and Oil Filter Change . Air Cleaner Service Spark Plug Service . Fuel Sediment Cup Cleaning Fuse Replacement . Spark Arrester Maintenance Battery . TRANSPORTING/STORAGE TROUBLESHOOTING WIRING DIAGRAM SPECIFICATIONS . INSTALLATION OF OPTIONAL PARTS CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION . INDEX . 39 41 ii 45 49 50 3 SAFETY SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS These labels warn you of potential injury. Read them carefully. hazards that can cause serious If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda Generator dealer for a replacement WITH RECOMMENDED WITH RECOMMENDED OIL AND COOLANT /r CAUTION BE SURE TO FILL CRANKCASE RESERVE TANK OF RADIATOR BEFORE USING. FOR DETAILED EXPLANATION, 1 SEE THE OWNER’S MANUAL. I OF CARBON 1 WARNING NOT USE INDOORS DUE TO DANGER NOXIDE POISONING. IGASOLINE CAUTION LABEL I AC VOLTAGE FREQUENCY RATED OUTPUT MAX OUTPUT PHASE FUEL EX5500 120 VI240 v SO Hz 5.0 KVA 5.5 KVA 10 GASOLINE (PETROL) EXHAUST CAUTION LABEL EXHAUST HOT ECHAPPEMENT l l 3 CHAUD I 5 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.

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