Honda Power Equipment FG100 20

Engine Oil Recommendations

Oil is a major factor affecting performance and

service life. Use 4-stroke automotive detergent oil.

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 recommended ranges.

The SAE oil viscosity and service classification are

in the API label on the oil container. Honda

recommends that you use API SERVICE category

SH or SJ oil with the “starburst” certification mark

displayed on the container.

Air Filter Inspection

1. Move the choke lever to the CHOKE (E)

position to prevent dirt from entering the engine.

2. Press the air cleaner latchtab, and remove the

air cleaner cover. Check the air filter to be sure

it is clean and in good condition.

3. If the air filter is dirty, clean it as described under

Air Filter Cleaning

(see page 21). Replace the air

filter if it is damaged.

NOTICE

Operating the engine without an air filter, or

with a damaged air filter, will allow dirt to enter

the engine, causing rapid engine wear. This

type of damage is not covered by the

Distributor’s Limited Warranty.

4. Align the air filter witht he air filterbase as

shown. Reinstall the air filter by locating the five

air cleaner base pegs into the five air filter

holes. Slide the air filter over the pegs until it is

flush with the air cleaner base.

NOTICE

An improperly installed air filter will allow dirt to

enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear.

Make sure the air filter is properly installed and

flush with the air cleaner base before installing

the air cleaner cover.

5. Reinstall the air cleanercover by hooking the

retaining tabs and snapping the latch tab into

place.

–20 0 20 40 60 80 100 F

0

–30 –20 –10 0 10 20 30 40C

0

AMBIENT TEMPERATURE

SAE

10W-30

AIR CLEANER

LATCH TAB

AIR

CLEANER

COVER

CHOKE LEVER

RETAINING

TABS

LATCH TAB

AIR FILTER

AIR

CLEANER

COVER

AIR CLEANER BASE

LOCATING PEGS(5)

UP

AIR FILTER

LOCATING

HOLES (5)

MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS

20 FG100 TILLER

Contents

Main BWARNING: B INTRODUCTION NOTICE Distributors Limited Warranty (Page 40) A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY B DANGER B WARNING B CAUTION CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 4 ATTACHMENTS AND MODIFICATIONS Accessories, Replacement & Parts and Appeal Warranty (Page 41) IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO EMPLOYERS IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO PARENTS SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS DANGER 6 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION FG100 TILLER 7 DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS 8 Throttle Lever Engine Switch Choke Lever Priming Bulb Transport Wheels Carrying Handle Recoil Starter Grip Drag Bar Tine Spacers (included with tiller) 10 Knowledge Physical and Mental Readiness Protective Clothing Hand and Body Protection BEFORE OPERATION SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 12 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION Moving The Tiller Drag Bar Installation Starting The Engine Stopping The Engine TILLER OPERATION 14 Handling Tips Tilling In Rocky Soil D Narrow Cultivating 16 THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SAFETY Safety Precautions MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 18 ENGINE MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Level Check Running the engine with too little or too much oil can cause engine damage. Engine Oil Change Engine Oil Recommendations 20 Air Filter Inspection UP Air Filter Cleaning Air Filter Cleaning Spark Plug Service 22 Incorrect spark plugs can cause engine damage. Spark Arrester Service MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS Cooling Fin Inspection Throttle Cable Inspection Throttle Cable Adjustment Carburetor Adjustment FUEL SYSTEM Refueling . Fuel Recommendations Running the engine with persistent spark knock or pinging can cause engine damage. Distributors Limited Warranty 26 Fuel Filter and Fuel Tank Cleaning TRANSMISSION LUBRICATION THE IMPORTANCE OF PROPER ASSEMBLY 28 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS UNPACKING 7 8 9 12 23 24 25 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 10 11 30 Page 32 Running the engine with too little or too much oil can cause engine damage. CONTROLS TILLER SAFETY OPERATION BEFORE OPERATION TRANSPORTING 34 Before Loading Loading STORAGE Cleaning Fuel Distributors Limited Warranty Adding Fuel Stabilizer To Extend Fuel Storage Life Draining the Fuel Tank and Carburetor Engine Oil 36 REMOVAL FROM STORAGE BEFORE OPERATION STARTING PROBLEMS ENGINE OPERATING PROBLEMS TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ENGINE 38 * Actual fuel consumption will vary depending on engine load conditions. TILLER SPECIFICATIONS SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS CONSUMER INFORMATION Find an Authorized Honda Servicing Dealer in Your Area Honda Publications Shop Manual 40 Distributors Limited Warranty To Qualify for this Warranty: What American Honda will Repair or Replace Under Warranty: Noncommercial/Nonrental Commercial/Rental Accessories, Replacement Parts, and Apparel Warranty To Qualify for this Warranty: Exclusions: Emission Control System Warranty 42 Your Warranty Rights And Obligations: California Other States All States Manufacturers Warranty Coverage: Exclusions: Emission Control System Warranty Parts WARRANTY SERVICE INFORMATION 44 OXYGENATED FUELS CARBURETOR MODIFICATIONS FOR HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM INFORMATION 46 Source of Emissions The U.S and California Clean Air Acts Tampering and Altering REPLACEMENT PARTS A B C D INDEX QUICK REFERENCE Maintenance Tuneup * Resistor plugs reduce the interference with radio and television reception.