RE: New EU2000i surges at idle
FYI, here's the link to find a Honda dealer anywhere in the USA; you can search by City/State or just ZIP code...be sure to select GENERATOR when searching:
Find a Honda Dealer
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-Robert@Honda
Caveat: I work for Honda, but the preceding is my opinion alone.
RE: Honda eu3000is generator
The Honda EU3000is is electric start, but Honda does not offer a remote stater for it.
Other third-part firms do sell remote control starter kits for the EU3000is, but they are not endorsed and have not been tested or approved by Honda. Installing one on your Honda will NOT void your warranty. That said, if the installation or the kit itself is determined to be the cause of a problem or failure with the generator, Honda will likely decline to pay for the repairs.
-Robert@Honda
Caveat: I work for Honda, but the preceding is my opinion alone.
RE: Yamaha EF2000iS Generators
Honda cons:
- aluminum cylinder bore
No, the Honda EU2000i has a cast-iron cylinder. The block is aluminum. You might be thinking of the EU1000i, which is indeed 100% all-aluminum.
-Robert@Honda
Caveat: I work for Honda, but the preceding is my opinion alone.
RE: Parallel Honda EU2000i and Ryobi 2000
Honda gensets have not been 100% made and assembled in Japan since 1987.
Really depends on what you mean by "100% made."
I can confirm all Honda EU-series generators are fully assembled in Japan, and most parts / suppliers are Japan-based. Sure, some raw materials (steel, aluminum, plastic pellets, etc.) might have been forged/formed outside of Japan, but all the tooling, presses, and factories that truly build the parts and final assembly of the EU2000i have always been in Japan.
-Robert@Honda
Caveat: I work for Honda, but the preceding is my opinion alone.
RE: Honda 3000 Battery Type
I know you workmfor Honda but farther back than 4 years ago the battery would be sealed. I serviced a many of em as we sold them and the acid pack was was foil sealed and turned over and pushed onto the battery and the cap strip was then installed and was considered permanent. Yes if they had screw caps then you could and should check them but i don't remember one like that for along time.
You are correct. There were some EU3000is batteries shipped dry, and after the electrolyte was added, the permanent strips were used to seal them forever. Probably they were the last type used before Honda switched over to the factory sealed AGM type. FYI, so far, they have had good service with them. From what I can tell, the AGM style is a better overall battery than the traditional cap-cell type that requires inspection and service.
-Robert@Honda
Caveat: I work for Honda, but the preceding is my opinion alone.
RE: Honda 3000 Battery Type
Early EU3000is generators were shipped "dry" and included an electrolyte pack. Dealers were expected to fill the battery with electrolyte, charge it, and install into the chassis of the generator when delivering it to customers.
In reality, many were shipped/delivered to customers in unopened boxes. This was a problem for some customers not accustom to safely handling electrolyte and lacking a charger to properly prepare the battery. Of course, the big advantage was the generator could sit in the box indefinitely with no worry about a battery going flat.
Fast-forward a few years, and AGM/factory activated batteries are considerably improved. They can retain a reasonable charge for almost a year in storage. It was decided to change to an AGM battery, as Honda figured the units would rotate through the warehouse and dealerships fast enough that a fully-charged battery would survive and make it to initial retail delivery just fine.
A that was a good 4-5 years ago. So far, its been a good decision.
Short answer: If your EU3000is is less than 4 years old, it's got a factory-sealed battery that requires no top-off of distilled water. If you have an older one, with screw-cap type covers (6 of 'em) then you've got an older traditional battery that should be inspected if you are having battery charging issues.
RE: Honda eu3000 output issue
Is your EU3000is < 3 years old? May still be under warranty, and a good Honda dealer will have a load bank test set to confirm output and performance. You can find a dealer at this link; just click GENERATORS and enter your ZIP code:
Find a Honda Dealer
If you will PM the serial number of your Honda, I can tell you if any warranty is remaining. The serial number is located here, and is in the form of EZGF-1234567:
http://powerequipment.honda.com/content/images/Manuals/SerialHelp/sn_eu3000is.gif
RE: Remove Housing on EU2000?
1. Drain oil and fuel.
2. Remove rear cover.
3. Remove control panel and front cover
4. Remove spark plug door.
5. Remove side panels.
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-Robert@Honda
Caveat: I work for Honda, but the preceding is my opinion alone.
RE: Honda generator, date of manufacture
1) does serial number give the manufacture date?
2) is there a manufacture date on the unit?
3) over the years I assume honda has improved design and added features. Just want to get the latest and greatest!!
Date of mfg. is logged with each serial number, but I can't access those records (in Japan). For the base EU2, there are really just two flavors. Later models may have a fatter emissions-compliant fuel cap, and hour-of-use flash sequence of the green OUTPUT LED. If you buy a new unit from a Honda dealer, it will most certainly be a later model. If you are looking at a used unit, send me a PM with the serial number and I can tell you some history and if any factory warranty may be left on the unit.
RE: Honda EU2000 Airflow Tests
I'm curious what Robert@Honda thinks about this, but this thing sure looks like it's dumping hot exhaust right back into the same tube that's trying to pull in clean, cool air
Generally speaking, most modifications (adding parts) to an exhaust system equates to increased back pressure. This means reduced performance from the engine and genset too. Just how much depends.
In the case of reduced oxygen-content intake air, this will result in a richer air/fuel mixture, causing some unburned fuel to pass through to the exhaust system. Expect increased clogging of the spark arrester, causing yet more backpressure. This may lead to poor running, performance, overheating, reduced engine/electrical power and eventual shut-down or failure of the engine or generator from overheating. Oh yeah, increase fuel consumption, violation of EPA rules, blah, blah, blah...
All of this is a moot point when you consider the obvious dangers of running a generator that has been engineering for outdoor use only on the inside of a structure where people are located.
-Robert@Honda
Caveat: I work for Honda, but the preceding is my opinion alone.
RE: How does the Honda 2000i Extended Fuel Tank work?
7) Any other information that I should be aware of?
No external fuel tanks are made by, or endorsed for use by Honda. Many Honda dealers sell them, they are just not Honda products.
Failures caused by aftermarket parts are usually not covered under Honda's warranty. It's important to note, you are not going to "void" your warranty by using an external tank. But, if modifications to the EU2000i cause a problem, don't expect Honda to pay for repairs.
Legally, modifying any part of the emissions control system (which includes the fuel tank) is in violation of EPA and California ARB rules. It does not matter if the parts used are EPA approved, making any changes to the stock fuel system without re-certifying emissions levels is consider tampering.
I'm just full of good news :-)
-Robert@Honda
Caveat: I work for Honda, but the preceding is my opinion alone.
RE: Honda EU2000 Airflow Tests
I've had dozens of conversations with engineers here at Honda and they tell me NVH (noise-vibration-harshness) is a area of great focus for the EU (super quiet) model performance goals.
Exhaust noise and muffling it are key, but there are lots of other sources that can be controlled. For example, the cooling fan blades are not symmetrical, because a uniform design can resonate and make more noise. Same goes for the intake area before the air filter. These are designed to reduce howl and vibration. Ever notice the small gaskets along the service door? These seal against the elements, but the real reason they are there is to reduce harshness.
There is a LOT of acoustical engineering that goes into a Honda EU generator. The design engineers must work toward a target sound level of course, but there is an incredible amount of work done to tune each component for a minimum of unpleasant NVH and still meet cost/weight and schedule goals.
-Robert@Honda
Caveat: I work for Honda, but the preceding is my opinion alone.
RE: Yamaha ef3000iseb Exhaust Extension
...is there any possibility you may be doing damage to the generator with adding more head pressure when using more exhaust pressure.
In some cases, modifying the exhaust system can indeed increase back pressure, which can reduce engine performance.
There can be an increased accumulation of solids on the spark arrester screen; this will certainly cause reduced power, and require the screen to be more frequently inspected and cleaned. Restricted exhaust will cause more rapid carbon build-up inside the engine too.
FWIW, the EPA says modifications to the emissions (exhaust) system are considered tampering and against the law.
-Robert@Honda
Caveat: I work for Honda, but the preceding is my opinion alone.
RE: Honda 2000i valve adjustment
Valve clearance are specified by Honda in millimeters only, as decimal inch measurements available with standard feeler gauges were not precise enough to ensure emissions compliance. Believe It Or Not!
-Robert@Honda
Caveat: I work for Honda, but the preceding is my opinion alone.
RE: Care and feeding of a generator?
What other issues should I consider? Do you know of a link that explains generators? Thanks
With proper maintenance, most modern generators will last a long time. The biggest problem is improper storage when not in use. Don't leave fuel in the generator's tank if it won't be used within 30 days. Fuel will go stale and quickly plug up the carburetor, making the generator difficult to start and run smoothly. You can treat gasoline with stabilizer products to extend its life, but it's generally better to drain the fuel or run the tank dry before storing the generator. Always fill it with fresh fuel when removing from storage.
Honda's website has some good fundamental about types (traditional vs. inverter) of generators, noise, specs, usage/wattage requirements, etc.; here's a link:
Generators Information (Honda website)
-Robert@Honda
Caveat: I work for Honda, but the preceding is my opinion alone.
RE: Where can I buy this 12 VDC plug?
Late to the discussion, but for the record, Honda does offer just the male plug that fits the 12VDC receptacle. It's rated for 10A @ 24VDC.
It's part number 32651-892-003, with a suggested list price of $4.92. Fits all modern Honda generators with a "t-style" prong pattern.
Here are a couple of drawings...
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Find a Honda dealer link:
http://powerequipment.honda.com/dealer-locator
-Robert@Honda
Caveat: I work for Honda, but the preceding is my opinion alone.
RE: New EU2000i for $500.00
Could these have come from the east coast super storm that were written off as losses by an insurance company? Very possible!
No.
I work for Honda, and I can tell you there were no Honda generators or any other Honda power equipment products damaged in any Honda facility during Hurricane Sandy. The northeast USA is mostly serviced by a Honda warehouse in Norfolk, VA, and some units were shipped in from another Honda warehouse in Chicago, both far, far away from storm damaged areas.
It's possible, but very unlikely, that a Honda dealer's store inventory could have been damaged, but I've heard no reports of this from the Honda staff based up in that area.
-Robert@Honda
Caveat: I work for Honda, but the preceding is my opinion alone.
RE: Honda 2000 VS Champion in parallel (I've done my research)
Here are the links to find a Yamaha or Honda generator dealer that provides parts and service support...
Find a Honda Generator Dealer
Find a Yamaha Generator Dealer
-Robert@Honda
Caveat: I work for Honda, but the preceding is my opinion alone.
RE: honda eu3000 doesn't start in cold weather
The pilot (fuel/air mixture) screw on the EU3000is is not really adjustable. A tiny bit, but not really enough to make a difference. It's got an anti-tamper cap glued on top of the screw to prevent it from being turned. (EPA Regulations). Technically, it's a violation to tamper with the pilot screw, and it should remain set at the "one turn out" position at all times.
As others have said, I'd inspect the choke plate and make sure it is completely closing when turning the choke to ON. This can make a big difference when starting a cold engine. The choke is operated by a cable, so make sure it's not binding and fully closing the choke plate.
Using the electric start may be the trick; you can get a lot more energy (spark and compression) for more time when using the electric starter.
If you expect to run a lot a low temps, using a slightly thinner oil might help with starting, but 10W-30 should be fine for most situations.
Finally, the pilot screw is not adjusted for high altitude operation; if running above 5,000 feet, swapping out the main jet can help the generator run better, but even then, you'll lose some horsepower at those elevations and above. Just a fact of life of an engine with a carburetor.
-Robert@Honda
Caveat: I work for Honda, but the preceding is my opinion alone.
RE: Generator Outlet
The Honda Companion EU2000i has a large 30A twist lock receptacle primarily to work when connected with parallel cables with a standard EU2000i. This configuration allows all power from both generators to be drawn from the single 30A receptacle.
Before the Companion was introduced, getting maximum power from a single receptacle when running a pair of EU2000i units in parallel required a costly external housing with a 30A receptacle. The housing worked, but added to the external bulk of one unit.
Honda chose the twist-lock style and not a straight-blade RV style for a number of reasons: (1) Engineers standardized on the 30A twist a long time ago. All Honda generators with a 30A circuit use a twist-type receptacle. (2) The twist-type locks into position, and is unlikely to be accidentally pulled loose.
-Robert@Honda
Caveat: I work for Honda, but the preceding is my opinion alone.
