Honda GX240 User Manual

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OPERATION
SETTING ENGINE SPEED
THROTTLE LEVER
SLOW
FUEL VALVE LEVER
OFF
FFAASSTT
ON
Turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position.
Position the throttle lever for the desired engine speed.
Some engine applications use a remote-mounted throttle control
rather than the engine-mounted throttle lever shown here.
For engine speed recommendations, refer to the instructions provided
with the equipment powered by this engine.
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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)