Honda GX240 User Manual

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BEFORE OPERATION
IS YOUR ENGINE READY TO GO?
Check the General Condition of the Engine
For your safety, and to maximize the service life of your equipment, it
is very important to take a few moments before you operate the
engine to check its condition. Be sure to take care of any problem you
find, or have your servicing dealer correct it, before you operate the
engine.
Improperly maintaining this engine,
or failing to correct a problem
before operation, could cause a
malfunction in which you could be
seriously injured.
Always perform a preoperation
inspection before each operation,
and correct any problem.
Before beginning your preoperation checks, be sure the engine is level
and the engine switch is in the OFF position.
Look around and underneath the engine for signs of oil or gasoline
leaks.
Remove any excessive dirt or debris, especially around the muffler
and recoil starter.
Look for signs of damage.
Check that all shields and covers are in place, and all nuts, bolts, and
screws are tightened.
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Honda GX240 Specifications

General

Compression Ratio	8.2:1
PTO Shaft Rotation	Counterclockwise (from PTO shaft side)
Ignition System	Transistorized magneto ignition
Fuel System	Carburetor
Lubrication System	Forced splash
Displacement	242 cm³
Net Power Output	3, 600 rpm
Net Torque	2, 500 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity	5.3 liters
Oil Capacity	1.1 liters
Starting System	Recoil starter
Dry Weight	25 kg (55 lbs)
Bore x Stroke	73.0 x 58.0 mm (2.9 x 2.3 in)