Honda GX240 User Manual

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QUICK REFERENCE INFORMATION
Unleaded gasoline with a pump
octane rating of 86 or higher
Type
Type
Type
Gap
Idle speed
Before
each use
First 20
hours
Subsequent
Fuel
Engine Oil
Spark Plug
Carburetor
Maintenance
SAE 10W-30, API SJ or SL, for
general use
BPR6ES
W20EPR-U
0.028 0.031 in (0.70 0.80 mm)
1,400 150 rpm
Check engine oil level.
Check transmission oil level if
applicable.
Check air filter.
Change engine oil.
Change transmission oil if
applicable.
Refer to the maintenance
schedule on page 23.
(page 25).
NGK:
DENSO:
,
(page 28)
(page 37)
(page 38)
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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)