Honda GX240 User Manual

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OPERATION
STOPPING THE ENGINE
ALL ENGINES EXCEPT
ELECTRIC STARTER TYPES
ELECTRIC STARTER TYPES
THROTTLE LEVER
ENGINE SWITCH
OFF
SLOW
To stop the engine in an emergency, simply turn the engine switch to
the OFF position. Under normal conditions, use the following
procedure.
Turn the engine switch to the OFF position.
Move the throttle lever to the SLOW position.
Some engine applications use a remote-mounted throttle control
rather than the engine-mounted throttle lever shown here.
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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)