Honda GD320, Owner'S Manual

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Page 3: ...ne without a spark arrester Pay special attention to statements preceded by the following words m Indicates a strong possibility that serious injury or death could result if instructions are not followed m Indicates a possibility that minor injury can result if instructions are not followed NOTICE I rcates that equipment or property damage can result if in structions are not followed If a problem ...

Page 4: ...TIFICATION 4 3 BATTERY CONNECTIONS For electric starter 9 4 PRE OPERATION CHECK 10 5 STARTING THE ENGINE 13 6 STOPPING THE ENGINE 18 7 MAINTENANCE 20 8 TRANSPORTING STORAGE 26 9 TROUBLESHOOTING 27 10 SPECIFICATIONS 28 11 WARRANTY SERVICE 29 I 2 ...

Page 5: ...s or sparks in the refueling area or where diesel fuel is stored Do not overfill the fuel tank After refueling make sure the tank cap is closed properly and securely Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling Fuel vapor or spilled fuel may ignite If any fuel is spilled make sure the area is dry before starting the engine Never run the engine in an enclosed or confined area Exhaust contains poison...

Page 6: ...IDENTIFICATION ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVE STOP LEVER Dual lever type FUEL TANK CAP STARTER SWITCH Electric starter type only _ RECOIL STARTER CLEANER ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER Single lever type I LOIL FILLER CAP 4 ...

Page 7: ...DECOMPRESSION LEVER Electric starter type only I WATER DRAIN BOLT SERIAL NUMBER AND ENGINE TYPE IENGINE OIL DRAIN PLUG ...

Page 8: ... During operation leave the starter switch at the RUN position When the engine stops move the starter switch to the OFF position STARTER SWITCH Stop Lever dual lever type only When starting the engine move this lever up to the START position To stop the engine push the lever down to the STOP position STOP engine siop SiOP LEVER ...

Page 9: ...ver for the desired engine speed ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER HIGH SPEED WARM UP H Single lever type This lever is used to start and stop the engine as well as to adjust the engine speed HIGH SPEED WARM UP LOW SPEED STOP engine stop ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER 7 ...

Page 10: ...ver is mov ed up it partially opens the exhaust valve and releases some compression from the cylinder When the engine starts the lever automatically returns to the closed position I NOTICE 1 St opping the engine with the decompression lever will damage the engine Starter grip DECOMPRESSION LEVER Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt then pull briskly STARTER GRIP I 8 ...

Page 11: ...unting bolt frame bolt or other good engine ground connection Check the battery cable connections to be sure the cables are tightened and free of corrosion Remove any corrosion with a wire brush and coat the terminals and cable ends with grease NEGATIVE i 1 BATTERY CABLE STARTER SOLENOID POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE m Batteries produce explosive gases Keep sparks flames and cigarettes away Always shield...

Page 12: ...sel oils intended for Service CC or CD will show this designation on the container SAE 1OW 30 is recommended for general all temperature use Select the appropriate viscosity for the average temperature in your area 1 Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean 2 Check the oil level by inserting the dipstick into the filler neck without screwing it in 3 If the level is low add oil to the ...

Page 13: ...ed but a cetane rating of 45 is recommended Do not use fouled or mixed diesel fuel Avoid getting dirt dust or water in the fuel tank After refueling be sure to tighten the fuel tank cap firmly l Diesel fuel oil is flammable and is explosive under certain conditions Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area where the engine is refuel...

Page 14: ...eck the air cleaner elements to be sure they are clean and in good condition Clean or replace the elements if necessary p 23 2 Check the cyclone housing and clean it if it is clogged or excessively dirty p 23 3 Be sure to securely tighten the wing nuts after inspection WING NUTS ELEMENTS CYCLONE HOUSING 12 ...

Page 15: ...ation of exhaust gases Never run the engine in a closed garage or con fined area l With recoil starter 1 Dual lever type a Move the stop lever up to the START position STOP LEVER Single lever type b Set the engine speed control lever to the START position marked o ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER HIGH SPEED 13 ...

Page 16: ... GRIP 3 Pull the starter grip briskly On electric start models the decompression lever will snap down automatically when the starter grip is pulled 1 NOTE Repeat steps 2 and 3 if the engine does not start STARTER GRIP I l Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter l Pulling the starter grip while the engine is running could resul...

Page 17: ...warm up position in the middle of HIGH SPEED and LOW SPEED for about 3 minutes in order to warm it up to the operating temperature after starting 4 Position the engine speed control lever for the desired engine speed ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER I HIGH SPEED ...

Page 18: ... With electric starter 1 Dual lever type a Move the stop lever up to the START position Single lever type b Set the engine speed control lever to the START position marked 0 I ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER ...

Page 19: ...starter again RUN STARTER SWITCH When th e engine is cold set the control lever to the warm up position in the middle of HIGH SPEED and LOW SPEED for about 3 minutes in order to warm it up to the operating temperature after starting 3 Position the engine speed control lever for the desired speed ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER LOW SPEED The engine can be started with the recoil starter if it cannot be ...

Page 20: ...ecompression lever will damage the engine electric start models only 1 Dual lever type a Move the stop lever down to the STOP position ENGINE STOP STOP LEVER Single lever type b Move the engine speed control lever down to the STOP position ENGINE STOP ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER I 18 ...

Page 21: ...2 Electric start model After the engine stops move the starter switch to the OFF position STARTER SWITCH ...

Page 22: ...ever comes first 20 HRS 50 HRS 100 HRS 300HRS 500HRS 1OOOHRS lgine oil Check level 0 _ _ __ _____________ __ Change 0 0 lgine oil filter Cl Xl 0 r Cleaner Check 0 Vet type1 _ ____ _______ _____ Cl all Foam element O l 31 CNllY _ _____ Change I 1 0 1 I I ark arrester ClC atl 1 0 1 1 41 _I A__ P I I I I I I I n19 I L Fuel LI b ll lly s a Injection nozzle Check O 2 1 Fuel tank Check 0 I I Water drain...

Page 23: ...ENGINE OIL CAPACITY GD320 1 15 e 1 22 US qt GD410 1 25 P I 32 US qt m Used motor oil may cause skin cancer if repeatedly left in con tact with the skin for prolonged periods Although this is unlikely unless you handle used oil on a daily basis it is still advisable to thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water as soon as possible after handing used oil NOTE Please dispose of used motor oil in ...

Page 24: ...leaning 1 Drain oil from the engine see page 21 2 Remove the oil filter from the engine by removing the two 6 mm bolts 3 Wash the filter in nonflammable or high flash point slovent Allow the filter to dry thoroughly 4 Reinstall the filter and filter cover and the two 6 mm bolts 5 Tighten the bolts securely 6 Fill the crankcase to the proper level with the recommended oil NOTE l Take care not to da...

Page 25: ...he excess oil The engine will smoke during initial start up if too much oil is left in the foam 3 Paper element the wet type paper element foam element and air cleaner grommet should be replaced after 300 hours or one year whichever comes first The replacement interval will be shorter if the engine is used in dusty areas NOTE The wet type paper element cannot be cleaned 4 Cyclone Housing Remove th...

Page 26: ... engine damage Draining 1 Loosen the water drain bolt about 2 3 turns to uncover the water drain hole m To prevent fuel spillage do not unscrew the drain bolt more than necessary to uncover the water drain hole provided in the bottom of the fuel tank 2 Continue to drain the tank through the water drain hole until fuel starts to flow out 3 Tighten the drain bolt securely DRAIN BOLT WATER DRAIN HOLE...

Page 27: ... serviced every 100 hours to maintain its efficiency 1 Remove the three 8 mm nuts and 8 mm bolt and remove the muffler 2 Remove the three 8 mm nuts and remove the spark arrester be careful not to damage the spark arrester screen 3 Use a wire brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen NOTE Inspect the spark arrester screen for holes or tears Replace it if it is damaged SPARK ARR...

Page 28: ...ine corrosion See instruc tions below l Manual start type Pull the starter grip until you feel resistance and then continue to pull slowly until the A mark on the starter pulley is at the top Return the starter grip to its original position l Electric start model Pull the starter grip slowly until you feel strong resistance Lift the decompression lever and continue to pull the grip just until the ...

Page 29: ... not start l Is the starting procedure being followed carefully l Is there fuel in the tank l Is the stop switch lever in the ON position Dual lever type l Is the engine speed control lever in the correct position Single lever type ...

Page 30: ...0 rpm Max torque 15 7 N m I 6 kg m 20 6 N m 2 1 kg m I 1 6 ft lb 2500 rpm I 5 2 ft lb 2500 rpm Engine oil capacity 1 15 e 1 22 USqt 1 25 P 1 32 US qt Fuel consumption 180 g psh Cooling system Forced air Fuel injection pump PFRI KX made by DKKC Fuel Diesel Engine start system Recoil starter Recoil or electric starter PTO shaft rotation Counterclockwise Rated output 4 4 KW 3600 rpm 5 9 KW 3600 rpm 6...

Page 31: ...eviewed with the Service Manager contact the owner of the dealership or the General Manager l If your problem still has not been resolved to your satisfaction contact American Honda Motor Co Inc P O Box 100021 Duluth Georgia 30136 942 1 Telephone 404 497 6400 We will need the following information in order to assist you Your name address and telephone number Engine model and serial number Date of ...

Page 32: ...ine Distributor for your area www honda engines com dea htm If you are still dissatisfied after speaking with the Regional Engine Distributor you may contact the Honda Office as shown American Honda Motor Co Inc Power Equipment Division Customer Relations Office 4900 Marconi Drive Alpharetta GA 30005 8847 Or telephone 770 497 6400 M F 8 30 am 7 00 pm EST When you write or call please provide the f...

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