19 maintenance – HONDA GX340 User Manual

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19

MAINTENANCE

Shut off the engine before performing any maintenance.
To prevent accidental start-up, turn OFF the engine switch and
disconnect the spark plug cap.
The engine should be serviced by an authorized Honda dealer
unless the owner has proper tools and service data and feels he
is mechanically qualified.

Use only genuine Honda parts or their equivalent. The use of
replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may
damage the engine.

Maintenance Schedule

These items should be serviced by an authorized Honda dealer, unless the owner has

the proper tools and is mechanically proficient. See the Honda Shop Manual.

Service more frequently when used in dusty areas.

Every 2 years(2)

REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD

Performed at every indicated month or

operating hour interval, whichever comes first.

ITEM

Engine oil

Reduction gear oil

(applicable models only)

Air cleaner

Sediment cup

Spark plug

Spark arrester

(optional part)

Valve clearance

Fuel tank and strainer

Fuel line

Check level

Change

Check level

Change

Check

Clean

Clean

Check

Clean

Clean

Check

Adjust

Clean

Check

(Replace if necessary)

Each use

First

month

or

20 Hrs.

Every

3 month

or

50 Hrs.

(1)

Every

6 month

or

100 Hrs.

Every

year

or

300 Hrs.

(2)

(2)

(1):

(2):

Periodic inspection and adjustment of the Honda engine is
essential if high level performance is to be maintained. Regular
maintenance will also ensure a long service life. The required
service intervals and the kind of maintenance to be performed are
described on the table below.

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