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Honda EM5000SX Generator Set

The Honda EM5000SX is a generator set powered by a Honda iGX390 engine. It is available at 120/240 V, Single-phase and rated 41.2 A. The set weighs about 227 kg (500 lb) and produces 66 dBA. An integrated tank holds 23.8 L (6.3 gal), roughly 7.1 hours of runtime.

0.389 L
Displacement
4
Document types

Specifications

Standby kVA5
AlternatorNGK WlGEPR-U
Voltage options120/240 V, 120 V
PhaseSingle
Rated current[41.2, 20.8] A
Circuit breaker30 A
Dry weight78 kg
Sound level66.0 dBA
Fuel tank10.2 L
Tank runtime[7.1, 10.5] hr

Engine

Honda iGX390
Displacement0.389 L

Maintenance & consumables

for the Honda iGX390
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterService the air cleaner regularly (page 201. Service more frequently when operating the generator in extremely dusty areas.3600 hr find
Fuel filter3600 hr find
Oil filter200 hr find
Belt3600 hr find
Coolant3600 hr
Coolant filter find
OilChange oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and complete draining.200 hr

Common questions

What engine does the Honda EM5000SX use?

The Honda EM5000SX is powered by the Honda iGX390 engine.

What alternator does the Honda EM5000SX use?

The Honda EM5000SX uses a NGK WlGEPR-U alternator.

Troubleshooting

6

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomRemedy
The engine stops and will not restart.Check the engine oil level (see page 40) before troubleshooting in other areas.
Engine speed becomes abnormal.The engine will automatically stop if the engine speed becomes abnormal.
Abnormal voltage is detected during generation.The engine will automatically stop during generation when it detects abnormal voltage.
When the engine will hot start1. Is the engine switch on? 2. Does the oil alert lamp flash when the starter is pulled? 3. Is there enough fuel? 4. Are all loads disconnected from the AC receptacles? 5. Is there a spark at the spark plug? a. Remove the spark plug cap, Clean any dust from around the spark plug base, then remove the spark plug. b. Install the spark plug in the plug cap. c. Turn the engine switch on. d. Grounding the side electrode to any engine ground, pull the recoil starter to see if sparks jump across the gap. e. If any fuel has been spilled, make sure the area is dry before testing the spark plug. Fuel vapor or spilled fuel may ignite. Perform this test in a well-ventilated area. f. If there are no sparks, replace the plug. g. If the new spark plug does not spark, take the generator to an authorized Honda dealer.
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.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
06710-ZB4-0104-wheel kit1Wheel kit PartsGeek
06710-ZB4-8002-wheel kit1Wheel kit PartsGeek
11381-ZE3-801Gasket, sump cover1Gasket PartsGeek
12251-ZE3-000Gasket, cylinder head1Gasket PartsGeek
12391-ZE2-020Gasket, rocker cover1Gasket PartsGeek
15510-ZE2-033Oil level switch1Sensor PartsGeek
16220-ZA0-702Gasket, air cleaner housing1Gasket PartsGeek
16221-ZF6-800Gasket, carb1Gasket PartsGeek
16223-ZE3-W00Gasket, carb insulator1Gasket PartsGeek
17210-ZE3-505Air filter1Air filter PartsGeek
17672-ZE2-W01Fuel strainer1Fuel filter PartsGeek
18333-ZE3-800Gasket, muffler pipe1Gasket PartsGeek
18381-ZE2-W10Gasket, muffler1Gasket PartsGeek
28400-ZE3-W01ZAStarter assy., NEW STYLE1Starter PartsGeek
28422-ZE2-W01Starter pawl1Starter PartsGeek
28434-ZE8-811Starter pawl retainer1Starter PartsGeek
28442-ZE2-W01Starter spring1Starter PartsGeek
28443-ZE2-W01Starter pawl spring1Starter PartsGeek
28451-ZE3-A02Starter cup1Starter PartsGeek
30500-ZE2-023Ignition coil1Sensor PartsGeek
31ZH9600Spark arrester screen1Spark plug PartsGeek
90003-ZG0-003Starter center screw1Starter PartsGeek
91201-ZE3-004Oil seal PTO1Seal PartsGeek
95/27.5Rated Amps1Rated current a PartsGeek
95001-45300-40SFuel line1Hose PartsGeek
AECM103FBSAutomatic Engine Control Module (controller)1ECM / ECU PartsGeek
EM5000SX-000002Oil Filter1Oil filter PartsGeek
H24596-A3A-000Air Cleaner Element1Air filter PartsGeek
H24597-A3A-000Spark Plug1Spark plug PartsGeek
H24598-A3A-000Oil Filter1Oil filter PartsGeek
H24599-A3A-000Fuel Filter1Fuel filter PartsGeek
H24600-A3A-000Coolant Filter1Coolant filter PartsGeek
H24601-A3A-000Belt1Belt PartsGeek
H24602-A3A-000Battery1Battery PartsGeek
W16EPR-USpark Plug1Spark plug PartsGeek
04108-ZE2-000Rocker cover1Service part / kit PartsGeek
13010-ZE3-003Ring set (std)1Service part / kit PartsGeek
13101-ZE3-W00Piston (std)1Service part / kit PartsGeek
13200-ZE3-020Connecting rod (std)1Service part / kit PartsGeek
14711-ZE3-000Valve, intake1Service part / kit PartsGeek
14721-ZE3-000Valve, exhaust1Service part / kit PartsGeek
1560-735-00Oil cap and indicator1Service part / kit PartsGeek
15600-ZG4-003Oil cap1Service part / kit PartsGeek
16100-ZE3-V01Carb assy.1Service part / kit PartsGeek
16610-ZE1-000Choke lever1Service part / kit PartsGeek
16955-ZE1-000Fuel tank joint1Service part / kit PartsGeek
17510-ZE3-010Fuel tank1Service part / kit PartsGeek
17620-ZH7-023Fuel cap1Service part / kit PartsGeek
18310-ZE2-W61Muffler assy.1Service part / kit PartsGeek
18320-ZE3-W01Muffler shield1Service part / kit PartsGeek
18330-ZH9-N00Muffler pipe1Service part / kit PartsGeek
19610-ZE3-010ZABlower housing1Service part / kit PartsGeek
30009010Pilot screw1Service part / kit PartsGeek
34150-ZH7-003Diode assy1Service part / kit PartsGeek
36100-ZE1-015Switch, on/off1Service part / kit PartsGeek
96100-62070-000Ball bearing, crankshaft1Service part / kit PartsGeek

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.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime
Prime50%
Standby

Available documents

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