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EU2000i
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Initial Use Instructions
o2001-2006 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. -All Rights Reserved

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual GENERATOR EU2000i See page 57 for Initial Use Instructions o2001-2006 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. -All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 2 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas that can build up to dangerous levels in closed areas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness or death. Never run the generator in a closed or even partially closed area where people may be present.
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your selection of a Honda generator. We are certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest generators on the market. We want to help you get the best results from your new generator and to operate it safely.
  • Page 4 A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. And using this generator safely is an important responsibility. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    GENERATOR SAFETY Safety Label Locations Important Safety Information COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION CONTROLS Engine Switch Starter Grip Fuel Tank Cap Vent Lever Choke Lever Output Indicator Light Overload Indicator Light Oil Alert System Ground Terminal Eco-Throttle Switch Parallel Operation Outlets AC Circuit Protector DC Receptacle DC Circuit Protector GENERATOR USE...
  • Page 6 MAINTENANCE The Importance of Maintenance Maintenance Safety Emission Control System Information Air Index Maintenance Schedule Engine Oil Change Air Cleaner Service Spark Plug Service Spark Arrester Maintenance TRANSPORTING/STORAGE Transporting Storage TROUBLESHOOTING WIRING DIAGRAM INITIAL USE INSTRUCTIONS Adding Engine Oil Adding Fuel SPECIFICATIONS TECHNICAL &...

  • Page 7: Generator Safety

    GENERATOR SAFETY SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read them carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda generator dealer for a replacement.

  • Page 9: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT 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.
  • Page 10 Do not connect to a building electrical system unless an isolation switch has been installed by a qualified electrician. Use only a Honda approved parallel operation kit (optional equipment) when connecting two EU2000i generators for parallel operation. Never connect different generator models and types.

  • Page 11: Component Identification

    COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION PARALLEL OPERATION OUTLETS ECO-THROTTLE SWITCH AC RECEPTACLES OIL ALERT INDICATOR LIGHT OVERLOAD INDICATOR LIGHT DC RECEPTACLE OUTPUT INDICATOR LIGHT DC CIRCUIT PROTECTOR AC CIRCUIT PROTECTOR GROUND TERMINAL FUEL TANK CAP VENT LEVER CHOKE LEVER FUEL TANK CAP MAINTENANCE COVER STARTER GRIP ENGINE SWITCH...
  • Page 12 SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE COVER SPARK PLUG MUFFLER FRAME SERIAL NUMBER AIR CLEANER Record the frame serial number for your future reference. Refer to this serial number when ordering parts, and when making technical or warranty inquiries (see page Frame serial number: Date purchased:...

  • Page 13: Controls

    ENGINE SWITCH To start and stop the engine. Switch position: OFF: To stop the engine. To start and run the engine. ENGINE SWITCH STARTER GRIP To start the engine, pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance, then pull briskly in the direction of the arrow as shown below. Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine.

  • Page 14: Fuel Tank Cap Vent Lever

    FUEL TANK CAP VENT LEVER The fuel tank cap is provided with a vent lever to seal the fuel tank. The vent lever must be in the ON position for the engine to run. When the engine is not in use, leave the vent lever in the OFF position to reduce the possibility of fuel leakage.

  • Page 15: Output Indicator Light

    OUTPUT INDICATOR LIGHT The output indicator light (green) is illuminated when the generator is operating normally. It indicates that the generator is producing electrical power at the receptacles. OVERLOAD INDICATOR LIGHT If the generator is overloaded (in excess of 2,000 VA), or if there is a short circuit in a connected appliance, the overload indicator light (red) will go ON.

  • Page 16: Oil Alert System

    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 indicator light comes on and the Oil Alert system automatically will stop the engine (the engine switch will remain in the ON position).

  • Page 17: Eco-Throttle Switch

    OFF: The Eco-Throttle system does not operate. PARALLEL OPERATION OUTLETS These outlets are used for connecting two EU2000i generators for parallel operation (see page kit (optional equipment) is required for parallel operation. This kit can be purchased from an authorized Honda generator dealer.

  • Page 18: Ac Circuit Protector

    AC CIRCUIT PROTECTOR The AC circuit protector will automatically switch OFF if there is a short circuit or a significant overload of the generator at the AC receptacles. If the circuit protector switches OFF automatically, check that the appliance is working properly and does not exceed the rated load capacity of the circuit before resetting the circuit protector ON.

  • Page 19: Generator Use

    GENERATOR USE CONNECTIONS TO A BUILDING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Connections for standby power to a building electrical system must be made by a qualified electrician. The connection must isolate the generator power from utility power, and must comply with all applicable laws and electrical codes. Improper connections to a building electrical system can allow electrical current from the generator to backfeed into the utility lines.

  • Page 20: Special Requirements

    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Keep all cooling holes open and clear of debris, mud, water, etc. Cooling holes are located on the side panel, the control panel, and the bottom of the generator. If the cooling holes are blocked, the generator may overheat and damage the engine, inverter, or windings. Do not lay the generator on its side when moving, storing, or operating it.

  • Page 21: Ac Applications

    AC APPLICATIONS Before connecting an appliance or power cord to the generator: Make sure that it is in good working order. Faulty appliances or power cords can create a potential for electrical shock. If an appliance begins to operate abnormally, becomes sluggish or stops suddenly, turn it off immediately.

  • Page 22: Ac Operation

    AC OPERATION Start the engine and make sure the output indicator light (green) comes on (see page Plug in the appliance. Most motorized appliances require more than their rated wattage for startup. OVERLOAD INDICATOR LIGHT (RED) If the generator is overloaded (in excess of 2,000 VA), or if there is a short circuit in a connected appliance, the overload indicator light (red) will go ON.

  • Page 23: Ac Parallel Operation Applications

    30 minutes. Never connect different generator models and types. Use only a Honda approved parallel operation kit (optional equipment) when connecting two EU2000i generators for parallel operation. Never connect or remove the parallel operation kit when the generator is running.
  • Page 24 Limit operation requiring maximum power to 30 minutes. Maximum power in parallel operation is: 4.0 kVA For continuous operation, do not exceed the rated power. Rated power in parallel operation is: 3.2 kVA The total power requirements (VA) of all appliances connected must be considered.

  • Page 25: Ac Parallel Operation

    AC PARALLEL OPERATION Connect the parallel operation kit between the two EU2000i generators following the instructions supplied with the kit. Start the generators and make sure the output indicator lights (green) come on (see page Plug in the appliance following the instructions provided with the parallel operation kit.

  • Page 26: Dc Operation

    DC OPERATION The DC receptacle should ONLY be used for charging 12-volt automotive type batteries. The DC charging output is not regulated. When using the DC output, turn the Eco-Throttle switch to the OFF position. Connecting the battery charging cable (optional equipment): Before connecting the battery charging cable to a battery that is installed in a vehicle, disconnect the vehicle battery ground cable from the negative ( ) battery terminal.
  • Page 27 Do not start the vehicle while the battery charging cable is connected and the generator is running. The vehicle or the generator may be damaged. An overloaded DC circuit, excessive current draw by the battery, or a wiring problem will trip the DC circuit protector (PUSH button extends out).

  • Page 28: Eco-Throttle System

    ECO-THROTTLE SYSTEM With the switch in the ON position, engine speed is automatically lowered when loads are reduced, turned OFF or disconnected. When appliances are turned ON or reconnected, the engine returns to the proper speed to power the electrical load. In the OFF position, the Eco- Throttle system does not operate.

  • Page 29: High Altitude Operation

    HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION At high altitude, the standard carburetor air/fuel mixture will be too rich. Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption will increase. A very rich mixture will also foul the spark plug and cause hard starting. Operation at an altitude that differs from that at which this engine was certified, for extended periods of time, may increase emissions.

  • Page 30: Pre-Operation Check

    PRE-OPERATION CHECK ENGINE OIL Check the oil level BEFORE EACH USE with the generator on a level surface and the engine stopped. 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 t h e l e t t e r S J o r l a t e r ( o r...
  • Page 31 Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean. Check the oil level by inserting the dipstick into the filler neck without screwing it in. If the level is low, fill to the upper limit of the oil filler neck with the recommended oil.

  • Page 32: Refueling

    REFUELING With the engine stopped, remove the fuel tank cap and check the fuel level. Refill the fuel tank if the fuel level is low. Refuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel. Do not fill above the upper limit mark. Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.
  • Page 33 CALIFORNIA TYPE FUEL TANK CAP UPPER LIMIT MARK TETHER After refueling, tighten the fuel cap until it clicks.

  • Page 34: Fuel Recommendations

    FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS This engine is certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher. Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil/gasoline mixture. Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank. You may use regular unleaded gasoline containing no more than 10% Ethanol (E10) or 5% Methanol by volume.

  • Page 35: Starting The Engine

    STARTING THE ENGINE For your safety, avoid starting or operating the generator in an enclosed area such as a garage. Your generator’s exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas that can collect rapidly in an enclosed area and cause illness or death. Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
  • Page 36 If the choke lever was moved to the CLOSED position to start the engine, gradually move it to the OPEN position as the engine warms If you wish to use the Eco-Throttle system, turn the Eco-Throttle switch to the ON position after the engine has warmed up for 2 or 3 minutes.

  • Page 37: Stopping The Engine

    STOPPING THE ENGINE To stop the engine in an emergency, simply turn the engine switch to the OFF position. Under normal conditions, use the following procedure. Unplug appliances from the generator receptacles. Turn the engine switch to the OFF position. The fuel valve will automatically close.

  • Page 38: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE Good maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and trouble free operation. It will also help reduce air pollution. Improper maintenance, or failure to correct a problem before operation, can cause a malfunction in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.

  • Page 39: Maintenance Safety

    MAINTENANCE SAFETY Some of the most important safety precautions follow. However, we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task. Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed.

  • Page 40: Emission Control System Information

    EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM INFORMATION Source of Emissions The combustion process produces carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, and hydrocarbons. Control of hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen are very important because, under certain conditions, they react to form photochemical smog when subjected to sunlight. Carbon monoxide does not react in the same way, but it is toxic.
  • Page 41 Problems That May Affect Emissions If you are aware of any of the following symptoms, have your engine inspected and repaired by your servicing dealer. Hard starting or stalling after starting. Rough idle. Misfiring or backfiring under load. Afterburning (backfiring). Black exhaust smoke or high fuel consumption.

  • Page 42: Air Index

    AIR INDEX (Models certified for sale in California) An Air Index Information hang tag/label is applied to engines certified to an emission durability time period in accordance with the requirements of the California Air Resources Board. The bar graph is intended to provide you, our customer, the ability to compare the emissions performance of available engines.

  • Page 43: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD (3) ITEM Perform at every indicated month or o per ati ng h our int erv al, whichever comes first. Engine oil Check level Change Air cleaner Check Clean Spark plug Check-adjust Replace Spark arrester Clean Valve clearance Check-readjust...

  • Page 44: Engine Oil Change

    ENGINE OIL CHANGE Drain the used oil while the engine is warm. Warm oil drains quickly and completely. Turn the engine switch and vent lever to the OFF position to reduce the possibility of fuel leakage. Loosen the cover screw and remove the maintenance cover (see page 28 ).
  • Page 45 Wash your hands with soap and water after handling used oil. Improper disposal of engine oil can be harmful to the environment. If you change your own oil, please dispose of it properly. Put it in a sealed container, and take it to a recycling center. Do not discard it in a trash bin, dump it on the ground, or pour it down a drain.

  • Page 46: Air Cleaner Service

    AIR CLEANER SERVICE A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor. To prevent carburetor malfunction, service the air cleaner regularly. Service more frequently when operating the generator in extremely dusty areas. Using gasoline or flammable solvent to clean the air filter can cause a fire or explosion.
  • Page 47 Reinstall the air filters. Make sure that the rubber seal is set in the groove of the air cleaner cover. Reinstall the air cleaner cover, and tighten the air cleaner cover screw. Reinstall the maintenance cover, and tighten the cover screw securely.

  • Page 48: Spark Plug Service

    SPARK PLUG SERVICE In order to service the spark plug, you will need a spark plug wrench (commercially available). Recommended spark plug: To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits. An incorrect spark plug can cause engine damage. If the engine has been running, allow it to cool before servicing the spark plug.
  • Page 49 Visually inspect the spark plug. Replace it if the electrodes are worn or if the insulator is cracked, chipped, or fouled. Measure the spark plug electrode gap with a wire-type feeler gauge. Correct the gap, if necessary, by carefully bending the side electrode. The gap should be: 0.024 0.028 in (0.60 0.70 mm) −...

  • Page 50: Spark Arrester Maintenance

    SPARK ARRESTER MAINTENANCE If the generator has been running, the muffler will be very hot. Allow it to cool before proceeding. The spark arrester must be serviced every 100 hours to maintain its efficiency. Clean the spark arrester as follows: Remove the four 6 mm screws, and remove the muffler protector.
  • Page 51 Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen. Inspect the screen for breaks or tears and replace it if necessary. Check the muffler gasket; replace if damaged. Reinstall the muffler gasket, the spark arrester, the muffler, and the muffler protector in the reverse order of removal.

  • Page 52: Transporting/Storage

    TRANSPORTING/STORAGE TRANSPORTING Do not lay the generator on its side when moving, storing, or operating it. Oil may leak and damage the engine or your property. If the generator has been used, allow it cool for at least 15 minutes before loading the generator on the transport vehicle.

  • Page 53: Storage

    STORAGE Before storing the unit for an extended period: 1. Be sure the storage area is free of excessive humidity and dust. 2. Service according to the table below: STORAGE TIME Less than 1 month 1 to 2 months 2 to 6 months 6 months or more ＊...
  • Page 54 Storage Procedure Drain the gasoline. Unscrew the fuel tank cap, remove the debris screen, and empty the fuel tank into an approved gasoline container using a commercially available hand siphon. Reinstall the debris screen and the fuel tank cap. Loosen the cover screw and remove the maintenance cover. Loosen the carburetor drain screw.
  • Page 55 Change the engine oil (see page 42). Remove the spark plug, and pour about a tablespoon of clean engine oil into the cylinder. Crank the engine several revolutions to distribute the oil, then reinstall the spark plug. Reinstall the spark plug cap on the spark plug securely. Reinstall the spark plug maintenance cover.

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING When the engine will not start: Is there fuel in the tank? Is there enough oil in the engine? Is the spark plug in good condition? If the engine still does not start, take the generator to an authorized Honda generator dealer.
  • Page 57 Appliance does not operate: Is the output indicator light ON? (see page 13) I s t h e o v e r l o a d indicator light ON? (see page 13) Check the electrical ap- pliance or equipment for any defects.

  • Page 58: Wiring Diagram

    WIRING DIAGRAM...

  • Page 59: Initial Use Instructions

    ADDING ENGINE OIL The generator is shipped Place the generator on a level surface. Loosen the cover screw and remove the maintenance cover. MAINTENANCE COVER With the generator in a level position, remove the oil filler cap/ dipstick. Add enough SAE 10W-30 API service classification SJ or later (or equivalent) oil to bring the oil level to the upper limit of the oil filler neck.

  • Page 60: Adding Fuel

    ADDING FUEL This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher. Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil/gasoline mixture. Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank. If the fuel level is low, refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped.
  • Page 61 Remove the fuel tank cap. NON-CALIFORNIA TYPE FUEL TANK CAP Fuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel. Do not fill the fuel tank above the upper limit mark on the fuel strainer. NON-CALIFORNIA TYPE UPPER LIMIT MARK Fuel can damage paint and plastic. Be careful not to spill fuel when filling your fuel tank.
  • Page 62 After refueling, tighten the fuel cap securely (Non-California type). After refueling, tighten the fuel cap until it clicks (California type). Keep the vent OFF for storage or transport, and ON to run the generator. NON-CALIFORNIA TYPE VENT LEVER Move the generator at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from the fueling source and site before starting the engine.

  • Page 63: Specifications

    DC output Tuneup ITEM Spark plug gap Valve clearance (cold) Other specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. EU2000i EAAJ 20.2 in (512 mm) 11.4 in (290 mm) 16.7 in (425 mm) 45.9 lbs (20.8 kg) GX100 4-stroke, overhead camshaft, single cylinder 6.01 cu-in (98.5 cm )

  • Page 64: Technical & Consumer Information

    General Manager can help. Almost all problems are solved in this way. If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership’s management, contact the Honda Power Equipment Customer Relations Office. You can write to: American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
  • Page 65 This manual provides complete, illustrated parts lists. Available through your Honda dealer. Accessories Catalog Your authorized Honda power equipment dealer offers a wide selection of accessories (optional equipment) to make your generator even more useful. Visit www.hondapowerequipment.com/acc.htm and click on Generators and Welders to see the entire catalog of accessories.

  • Page 66: Distributor's Limited Warranty

    To Obtain Warranty Service: You must take the Honda generator and proof of original retail purchase date, at your expense, to any Honda Power Equipment dealer in the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands who is authorized to service that product, during the dealer’s normal business hours.

  • Page 67: Emission Control System Warranty

    Emission Control System Warranty Your new Honda Power Equipment engine complies with the U.S. EPA, Environment Canada and State of California emission regulations. American Honda Motor Co., Inc. provides the emission warranty coverage for engines in the United States, and its territories.
  • Page 68 You are responsible for presenting your power equipment engine to a Honda Power Equipment dealer as soon as a problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.
  • Page 69 Alpharetta, Georgia 30005-8847 Telephone: (770) 497-6400 Warranty Coverage: Honda power equipment engines manufactured after January 1, 1995 and sold in the State of California, U.S. EPA certified engines manufactured on or after September 1, 1996 and sold in all of the...
  • Page 70 To Obtain Warranty Service: You must take your Honda Power Equipment engine or the product on which it is installed, along with your sales registration card or other proof of original purchase date, at your expense, to any Honda Power Equipment dealer who is authorized by Honda to sell and service that Honda product during his normal business hours.
  • Page 71 Disclaimer of Consequential Damage and Limitation of Implied Warranties: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. and Honda Canada Inc. disclaim any responsibility for incidental or consequential damages such as loss of time or the use of the power equipment, or any commercial loss due to the failure of the equipment;...

  • Page 72: Index

    INDEX COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION CONTENTS CONTROLS AC Circuit Protector Choke Lever DC Circuit Protector DC Receptacle Eco-Throttle System Engine Switch Fuel Tank Cap Vent Lever Ground Terminal Oil Alert System Output Indicator Light Overload Indicator Light Parallel Operation Outlets Starter Grip GENERATOR SAFETY Important Safety Information Safety Label Locations...
  • Page 73 MAINTENANCE Air Cleaner Service Air Index Emission Control System Information Engine Oil Change Importance of Maintenance Maintenance Safety Maintenance Schedule Spark Arrester Maintenance Spark Plug Service PRE-OPERATION CHECK Engine Oil Fuel Recommendations Refueling SPECIFICATIONS STARTING THE ENGINE STOPPING THE ENGINE TECHNICAL &...
  • Page 74 MEMO...
  • Page 75 2eY110000.2006.12 31Z07610 00X31-Z07-6100 Printed in Japan...

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