This is the CO-MINDER system activating. It automatically stops the engine before the surrounding carbon monoxide concentration exceeds a safe level.
Fix:
- Evacuate the area immediately and get fresh air.
- Do not restart the generator in its current location.
- Once the CO ALARM indicator stops flashing (after about five minutes), press the CO-MINDER reset button to restart the engine.
If That Didn't Work: If the FAULT/CO SENSOR LIFE indicator is flashing, it indicates a system malfunction or that the CO-MINDER sensor is near the end of its lifespan. Do not attempt to restart more than twice. Move the generator to a well-ventilated area and contact an authorized Honda dealer.
Heads Up: The CO-MINDER cannot prevent all danger. Never operate the generator in an enclosed or partly enclosed space like a garage, tent, or vehicle. Always place it outside, far from windows, doors, and vents, with the exhaust directed away from occupied structures.