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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 V and 240 V, single-phase and rated 3.5 A. It holds about 1.1 L (0.3 gal) of oil. The set weighs about 78 kg (172 lb) and produces 66 dBA. An integrated tank holds 10.2 L (2.7 gal), roughly 4.5 hours of runtime.

0.389 L
Displacement
1.1 L
Oil capacity
3
Document types

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Service parts for the EM5000SX

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Air intake

1 required

Fuel system

1 required

Oil system

1 required

Cooling system

1 required

Electrical

1 required
0612-6748Batterysee priceAmazon

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Specifications

Standby kVA5
Oil capacity1.1 L
AlternatorWlGEPR-U
Voltage options120/240 V, 120 V
PhaseSingle
Rated current3.5 A
Circuit breaker30 A
Dry weight78 kg
Sound level66.0 dBA
Fuel tank10.2 L
Tank runtime4.5 hr

Engine

Honda iGX390
Oil capacity1.1 L
Displacement0.389 L
Rated speed3600 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Honda iGX390
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterAir Cleaner ElementH24596-A3A-000 Amazon eBay
Fuel filterFuel FilterH24599-A3A-000 Amazon eBay
Oil filterOil FilterH24598-A3A-000 Amazon eBay
BatteryDisconnect both generator set starting battery cables before performing maintenance. Remove the negative (-) cable first to reduce the risk of arcing.0612-6748 Amazon eBay
BeltBeltH24601-A3A-000 Amazon eBay
Coolant—3600 hr
Coolant filterCoolant FilterH24600-A3A-000 Amazon eBay
OilHonda 4-stroke oil or equivalent1.1 L—200 hr
Spark plugNGK WlGEPR-U—3600 hr

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
OtherCrank duration3-3-4-5secper automatic attempt sequence
OtherEnclosure dimensions85x58x33mm
OtherLength of cable2m
OtherMax. Standby Current9.8mA @ 12 V
OtherNumber of attempts4automatic starting attempts
OtherPause between each automatic attempt10sec
TemperatureOperating Temperature Range-30 to +70°C
VoltageDC supply12VDCgenerator 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

1
Setting 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.

  1. Open the controller cover and locate the red dip switch (S-DELAY).
  2. Use your finger to move the dip switch 1 to ON position.
  3. 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

What engine is in the Honda EM5000SX?

The Honda EM5000SX is powered by the Honda iGX390 engine.

What's the oil capacity on a Honda EM5000SX?

The Honda iGX390 engine in the Honda EM5000SX has an oil capacity of 1.1 liters.

What is the sound level of the Honda EM5000SX?

The Honda EM5000SX is rated at 66.0 dBA, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the dry weight of the Honda EM5000SX?

The Honda EM5000SX has a dry weight of 78 kg (171 lb).

What size fuel tank does the Honda EM5000SX have?

The Honda EM5000SX has a 10.2 liter (3 US gallon) fuel tank, giving about 4.5 hours of runtime.

What voltage does the Honda EM5000SX produce?

The Honda EM5000SX is offered in 120/240 V, 120 V, Single-phase.

What alternator comes on the Honda EM5000SX?

The Honda EM5000SX uses a WlGEPR-U alternator.

What oil filter fits the Honda EM5000SX?

The Honda EM5000SX uses oil filter part number H24598-A3A-000.

What fuel filter fits the Honda EM5000SX?

The Honda EM5000SX uses fuel filter part number H24599-A3A-000.

What air filter fits the Honda EM5000SX?

The Honda EM5000SX uses air filter part number H24596-A3A-000.

Troubleshooting

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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.

Repair guides

1

Step-by-step procedures compiled from the Honda service manual for this model.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
11381-ZE3-801Gasket, sump cover1Gasket Amazon eBay $8.99
12251-ZE3-000Gasket, cylinder head1Gasket Amazon eBay $6.00
12391-ZE2-020Gasket, rocker cover1Gasket Amazon eBay $13.99
15510-ZE2-033Oil level switch1Sensor Amazon eBay $7.79
16220-ZA0-702Gasket, air cleaner housing1Gasket Amazon FridayParts $33.22
16221-ZF6-800Gasket, carb1Gasket Amazon eBay $5.99
16223-ZE3-W00Gasket, carb insulator1Gasket Amazon eBay $5.95
17210-ZE3-505Air filter1Air filter Amazon Amazon eBay $21.84 eBay $14.67 FridayParts $19.50
17672-ZE2-W01Fuel strainer1Fuel filter Amazon eBay $12.95 FridayParts $11.00
18333-ZE3-800Gasket, muffler pipe1Gasket Amazon Amazon eBay $10.78 eBay
18381-ZE2-W10Gasket, muffler1Gasket Amazon eBay $10.34
28400-ZE3-W01ZAStarter assy., NEW STYLE1Starter Amazon eBay $15.14
28422-ZE2-W01Starter pawl1Starter Amazon Amazon eBay $15.99 eBay $15.99
28434-ZE8-811Starter pawl retainer1Starter Amazon eBay $21.91
28442-ZE2-W01Starter spring1Starter Amazon Amazon eBay $8.99 eBay $8.99
28443-ZE2-W01Starter pawl spring1Starter Amazon Amazon eBay $8.70 eBay $8.70
28451-ZE3-A02Starter cup1Starter Amazon eBay $34.75
30500-ZE2-023Ignition coil1Sensor Amazon eBay $12.49 FridayParts $12.11
31ZH9600Spark arrester screen1Spark plug Amazon eBay
90003-ZG0-003Starter center screw1Starter Amazon eBay $12.50
91201-ZE3-004Oil seal MAG1Seal Amazon eBay $8.95 FridayParts $9.98
95/27.5Rated Amps1Rated current a buy
95001-45300-40SFuel line1Hose Amazon eBay $50.00
AECM103FBSAutomatic Engine Control Module (controller)1ECM / ECU Amazon eBay
EM5000SX-000002Oil Filter1Oil filter Amazon eBay
H24596-A3A-000Air Cleaner Element1Air filter Amazon eBay
H24597-A3A-000Spark Plug1Spark plug Amazon eBay
H24598-A3A-000Oil Filter1Oil filter Amazon eBay
H24599-A3A-000Fuel Filter1Fuel filter Amazon eBay
H24600-A3A-000Coolant Filter1Coolant filter Amazon eBay
H24601-A3A-000Belt1Belt Amazon eBay
H24602-A3A-000Battery1Battery Amazon eBay
W16EPR-USpark Plug1Spark plug Amazon eBay $20.00 NAPA $2.53
04108-ZE2-000Rocker cover1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $19.87
13010-ZE3-003Ring set (std)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $26.00
13101-ZE3-W00Piston (std)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $29.95 FridayParts $89.99
13200-ZE3-020Connecting rod (std)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $35.95
14711-ZE3-000Valve, intake1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $31.59
14721-ZE3-000Valve, exhaust1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $29.54
1560-735-00Oil cap and indicator1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
15600-ZG4-003Oil cap1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $11.35
16100-ZE3-V01Carb assy.1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $105.99
16610-ZE1-000Choke lever1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $9.98
16955-ZE1-000Fuel tank joint1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $19.95 FridayParts $11.50
17510-ZE3-010Fuel tank1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $28.99
17620-ZH7-023Fuel cap1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $9.20 KuduParts $11.00 FridayParts $13.64
18310-ZE2-W61Muffler assy.1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $15.59
18320-ZE3-W01Muffler shield1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $30.00
18330-ZH9-N00Muffler pipe1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $19.99
19610-ZE3-010ZABlower housing1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
30009010Pilot screw1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
34150-ZH7-003Diode assy1Service part / kit Amazon Amazon eBay $25.99 eBay $11.99
36100-ZE1-015Switch, on/off1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $9.75
96100-62070-000Ball bearing, crankshaft1Service 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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