Honda iGX700, Owner'S Manual

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• Make sure the engine is off before you begin any maintenance 

or repairs. To prevent accidental startup, disconnect the spark 
plug cap. This will eliminate several potential hazards:
–

Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust.

Operate outside, away from open windows or doors.

–

Burns from hot parts.

Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching.

–

Injury from moving parts.

Do not run the engine unless instructed to do so.

• Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you 

have the tools and skills required.

• To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, be careful when 

working around gasoline. Use only a non-flammable solvent, 
not gasoline, to clean parts. Keep cigarettes, sparks and flames 
away from all fuel related parts.

Remember that an authorized Honda servicing dealer knows your 
engine best and is fully equipped to maintain and repair it.

To ensure the best quality and reliability, use only new Honda 
Genuine parts or their equivalents for repair and replacement.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

*

Replace the paper filter element only.

(1) For commercial use, log hours of operation to determine 

proper maintenance intervals.

(2) Service more frequently when used in dusty areas.

(3) If there are deposits of grass, trash, or other debris, clean regularly.

(4) These items should be serviced by your servicing dealer, 

unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically 
proficient. Refer to the Honda shop manual for service 
procedures.

(5) In Europe and other countries where the machinery directive 

2006/42/EC is enforced, this service should be done by your 
servicing dealer.

Failure to follow this maintenance schedule could result in 
non-warrantable failures.

REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD (1)

Perform at every

indicated month or

operating hour interval,

whichever comes first.

ITEM

Each 

Use 

First 

Month 

or

20 Hrs

Every 6 

Months 

or

100 Hrs

Every 

Year 

or

300 Hrs

Every 2 

Years 

or

500 Hrs

Refer 

to 

Page

Engine oil 

Check level

o

8

Change

o

o

8

Engine oil filter

Replace

Every 200 Hrs. (4)

—

Air cleaner

Check

o

9

Clean

o (2)

9

Replace

o *

Oil cooler

(applicable types)

Check

o (3)

—

Spark plug

Check-adjust

o

10

Replace

o

Spark arrester

(applicable types)

Clean

o (5)

10

Valve clearance

Check-adjust

o (4)

—

Combustion 

chamber

Clean

After every 1000 Hrs. (4)

—

Fuel filter

Replace

o (4)

—

Fuel tube

Check

Every 2 years 

(Replace if necessary) (4)

—

REFUELING

Recommended Fuel

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 11) for additional information 
regarding fuel deterioration.

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

.

Never use gasoline that is stale, contaminated, or mixed with oil. 
Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank.

With the engine stopped and on a level surface, remove the fuel filler 
cap and check the fuel level. Refill the tank if the fuel level is low.
Refer to the instructions provided with the equipment powered 
by this engine for refueling.

Refuel in a well-ventilated area before starting the engine. If the 
engine has been running, allow it to cool. Refuel carefully to 
avoid spilling fuel. It may be necessary to lower the fuel level 
depending on operating conditions. After refueling, tighten the 
fuel tank 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.

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

Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.

You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.

• Stop the engine and let it cool before handling fuel.
• Keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Keep away from your vehicle.
• Wipe up spills immediately.

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