Service parts for the EM3800SX
Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.
Air intake
1 requiredPrices captured from merchant listings; some links are affiliate links. Confirm against your serial number before ordering.
Specifications
| Standby kVA | 3 |
|---|---|
| Oil capacity | 1.1 L |
| Voltage options | 120/240 V, 120 V |
| Rated current | [30, 13.8] A |
| Circuit breaker | 30 A |
Maintenance & consumables
for the Honda GX240| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | Air Cleaner PN | 17211-889-000 | eBay $24.99 | ||
| Fuel filter | — | 50 hr | |||
| Oil | Honda 4-stroke oil or equivalent high detergent premium quality motor oil, Service Classification SE or SF; SAE 10W-40 recommended for general all-temperature use | 1.1 l | — | 20 hr | |
| Spark plug | BPR5ES (NGK) / W16EPR-U (ND) | — | 500 hr |
Service specifications
8| Type | Item | Value | Unit | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other | Crank duration | 3-3-4-5 | sec | per automatic attempt sequence |
| Other | Enclosure dimensions | 85x58x33 | mm | |
| Other | Length of cable | 2 | m | |
| Other | Max. Standby Current | 9.8 | mA @ 12 V | |
| Other | Number of attempts | 4 | automatic starting attempts | |
| Other | Pause between each automatic attempt | 10 | sec | |
| Temperature | Operating Temperature Range | -30 to +70 | °C | |
| Voltage | DC supply | 12 | VDC | generator battery |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Procedures
1Setting up 10 sec start delay adjustment
⚠ 10 sec start delay is used in combination with an ATS panel to prevent multiple short start-stop commands coming from the ATS panel while the mains is unstable during blackout.
- Open the controller cover and locate the red dip switch (S-DELAY).
- Use your finger to move the dip switch 1 to ON position.
- Replace the cover and tighten screws.
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Common questions
Which engine powers the Honda EM3800SX?
The Honda EM3800SX is powered by the Honda GX240 engine.
What's the oil capacity on a Honda EM3800SX?
The Honda GX240 engine in the Honda EM3800SX has an oil capacity of 1.1 liters.
What voltage does the Honda EM3800SX produce?
The Honda EM3800SX is offered in 120/240 V, 120 V.
What air filter fits the Honda EM3800SX?
The Honda EM3800SX uses air filter part number 17211-889-000.
Troubleshooting
2Symptoms & remedies
| Symptom | Remedy |
|---|---|
| Occasionally you may hear a light ‘‘spark knock’’ or ‘‘pinging’’ (metallic rapping noise) while operating under heavy loads. | This is no cause for concern. If spark knock or pinging occurs at a steady engine speed, under normal load, change brands of gasoline. If spark knock or pinging persists, see an authorized Honda generator dealer. |
| Running the engine with persistent spark knock or pinging can cause engine damage. | Running the engine with persistent spark knock or pinging is misuse, and the Distributor’s Limited Warranty does not cover parts damaged by misuse. |
Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.
Repair guides
1Step-by-step procedures compiled from the Honda service manual for this model.
Parts
9| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17211-889-000 | Air Cleaner PN | Air filter | eBay $24.99 | |
| 28400-ZE2-W02ZB | Recoil Starter PN | Starter | eBay $35.98 FridayParts $25.00 | |
| 98079-55846 | Spark Plug BPR5ES | Spark plug | Amazon eBay $9.99 eBay $15.99 NAPA $2.76 | |
| AECM103FBS | Automatic Engine Control Module (controller) | 1 | ECM / ECU | Amazon eBay |
| 00X31-ZB4-7700 | Air Index Information label | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 06390-Z22-S20 | Breather Heater Kit | Service part / kit | buy | |
| 06610-Z22-800AH | universal remote kit w/50’ cable | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 06610-Z22-800ZA | remote kit w/30’ cable | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay $72.11 |
| 32520-Z22-850AH | 50’ ext. cable | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.
Available documents
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