Refueling; Engine Oil; Recommended Oil; Ambient Temperature - Honda GX25 Mode D'emploi

REFUELING

Recommended Fuel
Unleaded gasoline
U.S. Pump octane rating 86 or higher
Except U.S. Research octane rating 91 or higher
Pump octane rating 86 or higher
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline with a
pump octane rating of 86 or higher (a research octane rating of 91
or higher).
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 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. Engine damage
or performance problems that result from using a fuel with
percentages of ethanol or methanol greater than shown above are
not covered under the Warranty.
If your equipment will be used on an infrequent or intermittent
basis, please refer to the ''Fuel'' section of the ''STORING YOUR
ENGINE'' chapter (see page 15) for additional information regarding
fuel deterioration.
Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil/gasoline mixture.
Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank.
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive, and you
can be burned or seriously injured when refueling.
• Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame
away.
• Refuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
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 the Distributor's Limited Warranty.
1. Check the fuel level by looking through the translucent fuel
tank.
2. If the fuel level is low, refuel in a well-ventilated area with the
engine stopped. If the engine has been running, allow it to cool.
Standard/Pump type:
FUEL FILLER CAP
MAXIMUM
FUEL LEVEL
8
Tiller type:
ENGLISH
To refuel, rest the engine a level surface with the fuel filler cap
facing up, as shown. Remove the fuel filler cap, and fill the tank
with gasoline to the bottom of the filler neck. Refuel carefully to
avoid spilling fuel. Do not overfill. There should be no fuel in the
filler neck. After refueling, tighten the fuel filler cap securely.
Keep gasoline away from appliance pilot lights, barbecues, electric
appliances, power tools, etc.
Spilled fuel is not only a fire hazard, it causes environmental
damage. Wipe up spills immediately.

ENGINE OIL

Oil is a major factor affecting performance and service life.
Use 4-stroke automotive detergent oil.

Recommended Oil

Use 4-stroke motor oil that meets or exceeds the requirements for
API service classification SJ or later (or equivalent). Always check
the API service label on the oil container to be sure it includes the
letters SJ or later (or equivalent).

AMBIENT TEMPERATURE

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.