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POWER HEAD UMC425·UMC435 OWNER'S MANUAL MANUEL DE L'UTILISATEUR BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG MANUALE DELL'UTENTE Read and understand this Owner’s Manual before operating the power head. Lire et bien comprendre ce manuel avant d’utiliser le block moteur. Lesen Sie diese Bedienungsanleitung gründlich bevor Sie den Motortrimmer in Betrieb nehmen. Prima di azionare la testa motrice, leggere attentamente il presente manuale.

1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Honda powerhead. We want to help you to get the best results from your new powerhead and to operate it safely. This manual contains information on how to do that; please read it carefully before operating the powerhead. If a problem should arise, or if you have any questions about your powerhead, consult an authorized Honda servicing dealer. All information in this publication is based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation. No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission. This manual should be considered a permanent part of the powerhead and should remain with the powerhead if resold. We suggest you read the warranty policy to fully understand its coverage and your responsibilities of ownership. The warranty policy is a separate document that should have been given to you by your dealer. SAFETY MESSAGES Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided important safety messages in this manual and on the powerhead. Please read these messages carefully. A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Each safety message is preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three words, DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. Each message tells you what the hazard is, what can happen, and what you can do to avoid or reduce injury. DAMAGE PREVENTION MESSAGES You will also see other important messages that are preceded by the word NOTICE. The purpose of these messages is to help prevent damage to your powerhead, other property, or the environment. The illustrations in this manual are based on: UMC435 • The illustrations may vary according to the type. 2015 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. –All Rights Reserved UMC425A∙UMC435A 31VP8600 00X31-VP8-6000 These signal words mean: You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions. You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions. This word means: Your powerhead or other property can be damaged if you don’t follow instructions. © OWNER’S MANUAL UMC425∙UMC435 POWERHEAD California Proposition 65 This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm CONTENTS The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. INTRODUCTION.................... 1 SAFETY MESSAGES.............. 1 SAFETY INFORMATION ......... 2 SAFETY LABEL LOCATION..... 4 COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATIONS ......................... 4 CONTROLS .......................... 5 BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS .............................. 6 OPERATION ......................... 9 SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS................... 9 STARTING THE ENGINE.... 10 SETTING ENGINE SPEED... 11 STOPPING THE ENGINE .... 11 SERVICING YOUR POWERHEAD...................... 11 THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE................ 11 MAINTENANCE SAFETY ... 11 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .... 12 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................... 12 REFUELING...................... 13 ENGINE OIL ..................... 13 Recommended Oil.......... 13 Oil Level Check ............. 13 Oil Change.................... 14 AIR CLEANER .................. 15 Inspection..................... 15 Cleaning....................... 15 THROTTLE CABLE............ 15 Check and Adjustment ... 15 Free Play Inspection....... 15 SPARK PLUG....................16 COOLING FINS .................17 FUEL FILTER AND FUEL TANK..............................17 FUEL TUBE ......................17 SPARK ARRESTER ............18 HELPFUL TIPS & SUGGESTIONS....................19 STORING YOUR POWERHEAD ...................19 TRANSPORTING...............20 TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS.....21 TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION ....................21 Serial Number Location......21 Carburetor Modifications for High Altitude Operation .....22 Emission Control System Information ......................22 Air Index..........................22 Specifications...................23 Tuneup Specifications .......23 Quick Reference Information ......................23 CONSUMER INFORMATION ...24 Customer Service Information ......................24 Click to Save As