Honda GCV135 Manuel De L'utilisateur

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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 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
This label warns you of potential hazards that can cause serious
injury. Read it carefully.
If the label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda
servicing dealer for replacement.
Read Owner's Manual before operation.
The engine emits toxic poisonous carbon
monoxide gas. Do not run in an enclosed area.
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
Stop the engine and let cool before refueling.
COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATIONS
S T A R T E R G R P I R E C O L I S T A R T E R
OIL FILLER CAP
SPARK PLUG
MUFFLER
Manual Choke Type (With CHOKE LEVER type)
TOP COVER
(applicable types)
FLYWHEEL BRAKE LEVER
(applicable types)
FUEL TANK CAP
CHOKE LEVER
FUEL TANK
AIR CLEANER
FUEL VALVE LEVER
Manual Choke Type (Without CHOKE LEVER type)
FLYWHEEL BRAKE LEVER
(applicable types)
FUEL TANK CAP
CONTROL LEVER
AIR CLEANER
FUEL TANK
FUEL VALVE LEVER

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing a Honda engine. We want to help you to
get the best results from your new engine and to 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. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
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.
We suggest you read the warranty policy to fully understand its
coverage and your responsibilities of ownership.
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.
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:
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don't follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don't follow instructions.
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:
Your engine or other property can be damaged if you
don't follow instructions.
The purpose of these messages is to help prevent damage to your
engine, other property, or the environment.
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ................... .1 HELPFUL TIPS &
SAFETY MESSAGES ............ .1 SUGGESTIONS
SAFETY INFORMATION ....... .1 STORING YOUR
SAFETY LABEL LOCATION .1 .. ENGINE
COMPONENT & CONTROL Storage Preparation
LOCATIONS .......................... .1 Cleaning
BEFORE OPERATION Fuel ...............................
CHECKS ................................. .2 Draining the Fuel Tank
IS YOUR ENGINE READY and Carburetor
TO GO? .............................. .2 Engine Oil
OPERATION .......................... .2 Storage Precautions
SAFE OPERATING Removal from
PRECAUTIONS .................. .2 Storage
STARTING THE ENGINE .2 ... TRANSPORTING
STOPPING THE ENGINE .3 ... TAKING CARE OF
SERVICING YOUR ENGINE .4 .. UNEXPECTED
THE IMPORTANCE OF PROBLEMS
MAINTENANCE ................. .4 TECHNICAL
MAINTENANCE SAFETY .4 .. INFORMATION
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .4 ... Serial Number Location . 7
MAINTENANCE Carburetor Modifications
SCHEDULE ........................ .4 for High Altitude
REFUELING ....................... .4 Operation
ENGINE OIL ....................... .5 Specifications
Recommended Oil ........ .5 CONSUMER
Oil Level Check .............. .5 INFORMATION
Oil Change ..................... .5 DISTRIBUTOR/DEALER
AIRCLEANER. ..................... 5 LOCATOR
FLYWHEEL BRAKE ............. . 5 INFORMATION
SPARK PLUG ...................... . 6 CUSTOMER SERVICE
SPARKARRESTER. ............. 6 INFORMATION
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