HONDA GXV520 - Manual (Page 7)

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REFUELING
Recommended Fuel
ENGINE OIL
Recommended Oil
Oil Level Check
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
UPPER LIMIT
LOWER LIMIT
OIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK
OIL FILLER CAP/
DIPSTICK
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Unleaded gasoline
Pump octane rating 86 or higher
Research octane rating 91 or higher
Pump octane rating 86 or higher U.S.
Except U.S.
Oil is a major factor affecting performance and service life. Use
4-stroke automotive detergent oil.
Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and in a level
position.
Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe it clean.
Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick.
Insert the oil filler cap/dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do not
screw it in, then remove it to check the oil level.
If the oil level is near or below the lower limit mark on the
dipstick, fill with the recommended oil to the upper limit mark.
Do not overfill.
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 warranty.
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.
Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage.
This type of damage is not covered by the Distributor’s Limited
Warranty.
Spilled fuel is not only a fire hazard, it causes environmental
damage. Wipe up spills immediately.
Keep gasoline away from appliance pilot lights, barbecues,
electric appliances, power tools, etc.
Refuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel. After refueling, tighten the
fuel tank cap securely.
Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil/gasoline
mixture. Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank.
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.
Wipe up spills immediately.
Refuel only outdoors.
Stop engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive, and you
can be burned or seriously injured when refueling.
If your equipment will be used on an infrequent or intermittent
basis, please refer to the fuel section of the HELPFUL TIPS &
SUGGESTIONS chapter (see page
) for additional information
regarding fuel deterioration.
Use 4-stroke motor oil that
meets or exceeds the
requirements for API service
category 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).
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