Honda GCV190 User Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
GCV160 • GCV190
(Appearance may differ in final application)
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 WARNING 
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
COMPONENT LOCATION
1 Fuel filler cap 6 Spark plug
2 Starter grip 7 Muffler
3 Fuel tank 8 Starter motor (if equipped)
4 Control location * 9 Oil filler cap/ dipstick
5 Air cleaner 10 Engine serial number
* The engine control area differs based on the engine type. Refer to the individual figures on page 2 to
determine your engine control type when reading the Operation section and other sections in this manual.
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Honda GCV190 Specifications

General

Compression Ratio	8.5:1
PTO Shaft Rotation	Counterclockwise (from PTO shaft side)
Air Cleaner	Dual element
Lubrication System	Splash
Ignition System	Transistorized magneto
Starting System	Recoil Starter
Fuel System	Carburetor
Engine Type	4-stroke, single-cylinder
Displacement	187 cc
Bore x Stroke	2.7 x 2.0 in (69 x 50 mm)
Net Power Output	3, 600 rpm
Net Torque	2, 500 rpm
Oil Capacity	0.58 liters (0.61 US qt)

Summary

Operation

Starting and Stopping the Engine

General instructions for starting and stopping various engine types.

Servicing Your Engine

Maintenance Safety

Key safety precautions to follow during maintenance.

Safety Precautions

Specific safety advice before and during engine maintenance.

Maintenance Schedule

Refueling and Engine Oil

Refueling

Instructions and precautions for adding fuel to the engine.

Engine Oil

Guidance on selecting and changing engine oil.

Engine Maintenance Procedures

Oil Level Check

Oil Change

Step-by-step guide for draining and refilling engine oil.

Troubleshooting and Technical Information

Taking Care of Unexpected Problems

Common issues like engine not starting or lacking power.

Emission Control System Information

Tampering and Altering

Distributor's Limited Warranty

To Obtain Warranty Service

Emission Control System Warranty

Owner's Warranty Responsibility