Honda Power Equipment FG100 38

ENGINE

* Actual fuel consumption will vary depending on engine load conditions.

TILLER

Model GX31

Type FK2

Description code GCAG

Displacement 1.89 cu in (31 cc)

Bore x stroke 1.5 x1.0 in (39 x 26 mm)

Maximum horsepower 1.5 hp (1.1 kW) at 7,000 rpm

Maximum torque 1.23 ft-lbs (1.64 N•m) at 4,500 rpm

Ignition system Transistorized magneto

Spark plug

NGK Nonresistor C5HSB

Resistor CR5HSB

DENSO Nonresistor U16FS-UB

Resistor U16FSR-UB

Starting system Recoil

Fuel Unleaded gasoline (86 octane or higher)

Fuel tank capacity 23.7 fl oz (0.7 l)

Fuel consumption (approximate) * .13 gal per hour (0.5 lper hour)

Lubrication system Crankcase pressure driven

Oil capacity 3.4 fl oz (100 cc)

Carburetor type Diaphragm type (overflow return) with fuel pump

Air cleaner Single element, semi-dry

Idle speed 3,100 ± 200 rpm

Maximum rpm 9,000 ± 200 rpm

Exhaust noise level 88 dBA at 3.4 ft (1 m)

Model FG100 A1

Description code FZCV

Length x width x height 40.5 x 15.5 x 38.5 in (1080 x 395 x 980 mm)

Weight

Dry With drag bar 28.6 lb (13 kg)

With wheels 30.6 lb (13.9 kg)

Wet With drag bar 29.9lb (13.6 kg)

With wheels 31.9 lb (14.5 kg)

Drive clutch Centrifugal mechanical

Drive clutch engagement speed 4,200 ± 200rpm

Tilling width 9 in (230 mm)

Tilling depth 8 in(203 mm)

Transmission drive Worm gear

Tine number 4 (4 teeth per tine)

SPECIFICATIONS

38 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.