Auto Throttle® System - Honda EM5000SX Owner's Manual

OPERATION
AUTO THROTTLE® SYSTEM
With the switch in the AUTO position, engine speed is automatically reduced
when ALL loads are turned OFF or disconnected. When appliances are turned
ON or reconnected, the engine returns to rated speed. In the OFF position, the
Auto Throttle system does not operate.
The Auto Throttle system will not respond to electrical loads of less than 1
ampere or intermittent loads such as a staple gun. Turn the Auto Throttle switch
to the OFF position to operate loads of less than 1 amp.
Appliances with large start-up power demands may not allow the engine to
reach normal operating rpm when they are connected to the generator. Push
the Auto Throttle switch to the OFF position and connect the appliance to the
generator. If the engine still will not reach normal operating speed, check that
the appliance does not exceed the rated load capacity of the generator.
To avoid extended warm-up periods, keep the switch OFF until the engine
reaches operating temperature.
The Auto Throttle system is not effective for use with appliances that require
only momentary power. If the tool or appliance will be turned ON and OFF
quickly, the Auto Throttle switch should be in the OFF position.
AUTO THROTTLE SWITCH
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
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