honda-automobiles gcv190 User Manual

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Battery Connections
Use the following materials to connect a 12-volt battery to the starter 
on TYPE 7 units (electric start with engine-mounted starter switch/
manual choke control/preset throttle):
• Battery – 12-volt lead acid battery with a recommended ampere-hr 

rating of 3 Ah or a 14.4-volt NiCd battery with a recommended 
ampere-hr rating of 1.7 Ah.

• Wire – 12-gauge (minimum) wire with a maximum length of 10 ft 

(3 meters).

• Fuse – 40-ampere blade type fuse.
• Terminal – Delphi 56 series male connector and terminal to 

connect to the starter motor.

Coat the battery terminals and cable ends with dielectric grease. Be 
careful not to connect the battery in reverse polarity.

WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain 
lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.

1. Connect the battery positive (+) cable using the appropriate 

connector and insulator to the supplied starter connector.

2. Connect the battery negative (-) cable to an engine mounting bolt, 

frame bolt, or the provided ground position on the starter motor 
(requires 5 x 8 mm screw).

3. Connect the battery positive (+) cable to the battery positive (+) 

terminal as shown.

4. Connect the battery negative (-) cable to the battery negative (-) 

terminal as shown.
The following diagram only shows connections for TYPE 7 units 
(electric start with engine-mounted starter switch/manual choke 
control/preset throttle). Connections are different for the other 
electric starter types (TYPES 4 and 6).

This engine is not equipped with a charging system to keep the 
battery charged during engine operation. The battery will loose 
charge during starter motor operation only. There is no drain on the 
battery once the engine is running.

The battery must be charged by an external battery charging system. 
Refer to the equipment manufacturer’s instructions or the battery 
manufacturer for specific external battery charging recommendations.

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A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct 
procedure, seriously injuring anyone nearby.

Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away 
from the battery.

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