Honda GCV530 User Manual

8
PRE-OPERATION CHECK
Engine oil level
Be sure to check the engine on a level surface with the engine
stopped.
Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious
engine damage.
Using nondetergent oil or 2-stroke engine oil could shorten the
engine’s service life.
1.
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
SAE Viscosity Grades
SAE
TEMP
Use Honda 4-stroke, or an equivalent
high detergent, premium quality mo-
tor oil certified to meet or exceed U.S.
automobile manufacturer’s require-
ments for service classification SG, SH.
Motor oils classified SG, SH will show
this designation on the container.
SAE 10W-30 is recommended for gen-
eral, all temperature use.

Honda GCV530 Specifications

General

Lubrication System	Forced splash
Displacement	530 cc
Ignition System	Transistorized magneto
Fuel System	Carburetor
Air Cleaner	Dual element type
Cooling System	Air-cooled
Starting System	Recoil starter