Kipor IG3000 User manual

PREFACE
Thank you for purchasing a Kipor Generator.
This manual covers the operation and preventive maintenance of the IG3000 generator
with EPAand California Air Resources Board (CARB) certification if so designated.
All information in this publication is based on the latest product information available at
the time of printing.
We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring
any obligation.
No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission.
This manual should be considered a permanent part of the generator and should remain
with it if it is resold.
Pay special attention to statements preceded by the following words:
Failure to properly follow these precautions can result in property
damage, serious injury or DEATH!
Read all labels and the owner's manual before operating this generator.
Generators produce carbon monoxide, a poisonous, colorless, odorless gas that can
cause death or serious injury.
Indoor use of a generator can kill quickly. Generators should be used outdoors only.
Generators should be used outdoors only and away from garages and open windows and

protected from rain and snow.
Always stop engine before refueling. Wait 5 minutes before restarting.
Keep any source of ignition away from the fuel tank at all times.
The portable generator is not meant to be used as a permanent back-up power system for
the home. A permanently installed stationary generator is designed to be safely used for
this specific purpose.
Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or death if
instructions are not followed.
Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage if
instructions are not followed.
NOTE Gives helpful information.
If a problem should arise, or if you have any questions about the generator, consult an
authorized dealer or service center.
Our generators are designed to give safe and dependable service
if operated according to the instructions. Read and understand the
Owner's Manual before operating the generator. Failure to do so
could result in personal injury or equipment damage.

CONTENTS
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS·············································································· 1
2. COMPONENT LOCATIONS··········································································· 3
2.1 Outside View ·························································································· 3
2.2 Control Panel·························································································· 4
2.3 Serial Number Location ············································································ 4
3. PRE-OPERATION CHECK············································································· 5
3.1 Engine Oil······························································································ 5
3.2 Fuel······································································································ 6
3.3 Air Cleaner····························································································· 7
4. STARTING THE ENGINE ·············································································· 8
4.1 Starting Procedure··················································································· 8
4.2 High Altitude Operation············································································10
4.3 Ambient Temperature ··············································································10
5. GENERATOR USE······················································································11
5.1 Warnings and Cautions············································································11
5.2 AC Power Applications·············································································12
5.3 Output and Overload Indicators·································································12
5.4 Overload Reset Switch ············································································13
5.5 Smart Throttle························································································14
5.6 Air Conditioning Operation········································································14
5.7 DC Power Operation···············································································15
5.8 Low Oil Alarm System ·············································································16
6. STOPPING THE ENGINE·············································································17
6.1 Normal Shutdown···················································································17
6.2 Emergency Stop·····················································································17
7. MAINTENANCE··························································································18
7.1 Emission Control System ······································································18
7.2 Maintenance Schedule ············································································20
7.3 Changing Oil··························································································20
7.4 Air Cleaner Service·················································································21
7.5 Spark Plug Service··················································································22
7.6 Spark Arrestor Maintenance······································································23
8. TRANSPORTING/STORAGE ········································································24
8.1 Transporting ··························································································24
8.2 Extended Storage···················································································24
8.3 Fuel Treatment and Generator Exercise······················································24
9. TROUBLESHOOTING ·················································································25
10. SPECIFICATIONS·····················································································27
11. WIRING DIAGRAM····················································································28
12. WHEEL KIT INSTALLATION········································································29
13. WARRANTY·····························································································30
13.1 Limited Warranty- Kipor Power Products··················································30
13.2 Emission Control Warranty····································································31
13.3 California Emissions Control Warranty Statement·······································33
14. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM···································································35

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1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
■Our generators are designed to give safe and
dependable service if operated according to these
instructions.
Read and understand the owner's manual before
operating the generator. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury or equipment damage.
■Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide.
Never run the generator in an enclosed area.
Be sure to provide adequate ventilation.
The muffler becomes very hot during operation and
remains hot for several minutes after stopping the
engine.
Be careful not to touch the muffler while it is hot.
Let the engine cool before storing the generator indoors.
The engine exhaust system will be heated during
operation and remain hot immediately after stopping the
engine.
To prevent scalding, pay attention to the warning marks
attached to the generator.
The generator must be operated outside with adequate
ventilation. It cannot be operated in an enclosed
compartment of any vehicle or garage area.

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To ensure safe operation:
■Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive under
certain conditions. Refuel in a well ventilated area with the
engine stopped.
■Keep away from smoking materials, sparks and other
sources of combustion when refueling the generator. Always
refuel in a well-ventilated location.
■Wipe up spilled gasoline at once.
■Restrict application of generator in high-hazard risk to
causing fire area.
■Connections for standby power to a building's electrical
system must be made by a qualified electrician and must
comply with all applicable laws and electrical codes. Improper
connections can allow electrical current from the generator to
back feed into the utility lines. Such back feed may electrocute
utility company workers or others who contact the lines during
a power outage, and when utility power is restored, the
generator may explode, burn, or cause fires in the building's
electrical system. This generator is not designed to be
connected to an automatic transfer switch. Serious damage to
the engine and inverter module may result.
■Always make a pre-operation inspection before you start
the engine.
■Place the generator at least three feet or one meter away
from buildings or other equipment during operation.
■Operate the generator on a level surface to prevent fuel
spillage or oil starvation.
■Know how to stop the generator quickly and understand
operation of all the controls. Never permit anyone to
operate the generator without proper instructions. Keep
children and pets away from the generator when it is in
operation.
■Never operate the generator with the door open or any
panels removed. Do not operate in any enclosure such as an
RV compartment.
■Keep away from rotating parts while the generator is
running.
■The generator is a potential source of electrical shocks
when misused; do not operate with wet hands.
■Do not operate the generator in rain or snow or let it get wet.

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2. COMPONENT LOCATIONS
2.1 Outside view
火花塞
机油尺
维修门
电瓶
空滤
进气口
控制面板
碳罐
Carbon Canister
Spark plug
Oil dipstick
Service
door
Battery
Air filter
Air intake
Control panel
起动手柄
油位指示器 加油盖
排气口
高温标记
空气指数信息铭牌
Fuel level indicator
Fuel filler cap
Air quality index
Air exhaust
Muffler
warning
Starter grip

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2.2 Control panel
2.3 Serial Number and Bar Code Location:
The engine serial numberis stamped on the engine block to the left of the oil drain plug. In
most cases the battery will have to be removed to view it clearly. Refer to this number
when ordering parts or making technical inquiries.
E n gin e se ria l n um b e r
Please record this information below and keep this manual in a safe place along with the
bill of sale.
Serial Number __________________________________
Date of Purchase ________________________________
Place of Purchase ________________________________
Engine serial number
SMART throttle switch
DC receptacle
Ignition Module
Engine switch
Choke knob
Fuel valve lever
Ground terminal
AC receptacle
Overload protection device
Overload Reset Switch

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3. PRE-OPERATION CHECK
Be sure to check the generator on a level surface with the engine stopped. Under no
circumstances can this generator be installed in an enclosed compartment.
3.1 Engine Oil Level
■Using non-detergent oil or 2-stroke engine oil could
shorten the engine's service life.
■Use a high-detergent, premium quality 4-stroke engine
oil, certified to meet or exceed U.S. automobile
manufacturer's requirements for API Service
Classification SG/SF.
■Select the appropriate viscosity for the average
temperature in your area.
SAE Viscosity Grades
Open the left maintenance cover. Remove and wipe the oil dipstick with a clean rag. Check
the oil level by inserting the dipstick in the filler hole, tighten the dipstick and screw it out. If the
oil level is below the end of the dipstick, refill with recommended oil to the top of the oil filler
neck.
Single
viscosity
Multi-
viscosity
Ambient Temperature
Upper limit
Lower limit
Dipstick

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■Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause
serious engine damage.
■The Low Oil Alarm System will automatically stop the
engine before the oil level falls below a safe limit.
However, to avoid the inconvenience of an unexpected
shutdown, it is still advisable to visually inspect the oil
level regularly.
3.2 Fuel
Fuel tank capacity- 3.1 gal (11.6 L)
Use unleaded 87 octane regular grade automotive gasoline.
If the fuel level is low, refill to the shoulder of the fuel strainer, see fig.4.
Never use an oil/gasoline mixture or dirty gasoline.
Avoid getting dirt, dust or water in the fuel tank.
After refueling, tighten the fuel filler cap securely.
■Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under
certain conditions.
■Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped.
Keep all smoking materials, sparks, and any other
source of combustion away from the generator during
refueling.
■Do not overfill the fuel tank (there should be no fuel in
the filler neck). After refueling, make sure the fuel filler
cap is closed properly and securely.
■Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel or
fuel vapor may ignite. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the
area is dry before starting the engine.
■Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or
breathing of vapor. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN.
Fuel surface
Fuel surface
Strainer
Fuel filler cap

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Gasoline containing alternate fuels:
If you decide to use a gasoline containing ethanol, be sure its octane rating is no lower
than the specification. Do not use a blend that contains more than 10% ethanol. Do not
use any gasoline containing methanol.
3.3 Air Cleaner
Check the air cleaner element to be sure it is clean and in good condition.
Open the left side maintenance cover. Remove the air cleaner cover, remove the paper
element from the air cleaner cover, and check the element, Replace the element if dirty or
the filter paper is torn.
■Never run the engine without the air cleaner. Rapid
engine wear will result from contaminants such as dust
and dirt being drawn through the carburetor into the
engine.
Air cleaner base
Air cleaner element
Air cleaner cover

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4. STARTING THE ENGINE
■When starting the generator after adding fuel for the first
time or after long term storage, or after running out of
fuel, turn the fuel valve lever to the "ON" position, then
wait for 10 to 20 seconds before starting the engine.
4.1 Starting Procedure
4.1(a) Turn the fuel valve lever to the ON position.
Fig.6
4.1(b) Pull the choke knob out to the CLOSED position
Do not use the choke if the engine is already warm or the ambient air temperature is high.
Fig.7
Fuel valve lever
Choke knob

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4.1(c) Insert the engine key and turn the engine switch to ON position.
4.1(d) Electric Start: turn the engine switch to the START until the engine has started. Do
not operate the starter for more than 10 seconds.
Manual Start: pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt then pull the starter grip
briskly toward the arrow as shown below.
■Do not allow the starter grip to snap back. Return it
slowly by hand.
■Do not let the starter rope rub against the generator
body or the rope will wear out prematurely.
Engine switch
Fig.8
Fig.9(a)
Fig.9(b)
Engine switch
Starter grip

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4.1(e) Push the choke knob in to the OPEN position as the engine warms up.
Fig.10
4.2 High altitude operation
At high altitude, the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will be excessively rich
Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption will increase.
High altitude performance can be improved by installing a smaller diameter main fuel jet
in the carburetor. If you always operate the generator at altitudes higher than 5000 feet or
1500 meters above sea level, have your authorized dealer install a high altitude main jet.
Even with suitable carburetor jetting, engine horsepower will decrease approximately
3.5% for each 1000 feet or 305 meter increase in altitude. The effect of altitude on the
horsepower will be greater than this if no carburetor modification is made.
■Operation of the generator at an altitude lower than the
carburetor is jetted for may result in reduced
performance, overheating, and serious engine damage
caused by an excessively lean air/fuel mixture. Be sure
to have any modification reversed at lower altitudes.
4.3 Ambient Temperature
Generator output generally derates 1% for every 10° F (5.5° C) above 85° F (29° C). The
normal operating range of the generator is -20° to 113° F (-29° to 45° C).
■Do not operate the generator when the ambient
temperature is below -20° F (-29°)
■Do not operate the generator when the ambient
temperature is above 113° F (45° C)
Choke knob

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5. GENERATOR USE
5.1 Warnings and Cautions
■To prevent electrical shock from faulty appliances, the
generator should be grounded. Connect a length of
heavy cable between the generator's ground terminal
and an external ground source.
■Connections for standby power to a building's electrical system must be made by a
qualified electrician and must comply with all applicable laws and electrical codes.
Improper connections can allow electrical current from the generator to back feed into the
utility lines. Such back feed may electrocute utility company workers or others who
contact the lines during a power outage; when utility power is restored, the generator may
explode, burn, or cause fires in the building's electrical system. Do not connect this
generator to an automatic transfer switch. Serious damage to the engine and inverter
module may result.
Fig.11
■Limit operation requiring maximum power to 30 minutes.
For continuous operation do not exceed the rated power of 2800 watts or 23.3 amps.
■Do not exceed the current limit specified for any one receptacle.
■Do not modify or use the generator for other purpose other than what it was intended.
Also observe the following when using the generator:
Do not attempt to connect generators in parallel.
Do not connect an extension to the exhaust pipe.
Do not operate with any covers removed or in a closed compartment
■When an extension cable is required, make sure you use the proper size and length.
16 Gauge Cords- Any 16 gauge cord between 0 and 100 feet long will adequately handle tool
Ground
terminal

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and appliance loads up to 10 amps
14 Gauge Cords- a 14 gauge cord between 0 and 50 feet long will adequately handle loads
between 10 and 15 amps.
12 Gauge Cords- If your load is between 10 and 15 amps and the length of the cord is 50 to 100
feet, you need a 12 gauge cord to safely power any tool.
■Keep the generator away from other electric cables or wires such as commercial
power supply lines.
■You may use DC receptacle when using AC supply.
5.2 AC Power Applications
1. Start the engine and make sure the green output indicator light comes on.
2. Confirm that the appliance to be used is switched off then plug in the appliance.
■Be sure that all appliances are in good working order
before connecting them to the generator. If an appliance
begins to operate abnormally, becomes sluggish, or
stops suddenly, turn off the generator engine switch
immediately. Disconnect the appliance and examine it
for signs of malfunction.
5.3 Output and Overload Indicators
The green output indicator light will remain on during
normal operating conditions. If the generator is overloaded
to the point that the max power rating of 25 amps is
exceeded or if there is a short in the connected appliance
the output indicator will go out and the overload indicator
will go on and current to the connected appliance will be
shut off.
Stop the engine if the overload indicator light comes ON and investigate the overload
source. The engine will continue to run even though it is not producing anyAC power. See

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section 5.4 or restoring electrical power from the generator.
The two L5-20 receptacles are rated at 20 amps. Should
this current be exceeded, the circuit protection device will
activate and cut all current to the receptacle. This will be
indicated by the push button popping out. Reduce the load
to the receptacle and reset the circuit protector by pushing
in the button.
■Before connecting an appliance to the generator, check
that it is in good order, and that its electrical rating does
not exceed that of the generator. .
■When an electric motor is started, both the overload
indicator light and the output indicator light may go on
simultaneously. This is normal if the overload indicator
light goes off after about four seconds. If the overload
indicator light stays on, consult a service center.
5.4 Overload Reset Switch
Should the generator’s maximum load of 25 watts be exceeded, AC power will be cut off
but the engine will stay running. Correct the overload condition and then press the
overload reset switch on the front panel.AC power will be restored immediately.
SMART throttle switch
Ignition Module
Choke knob
Fuel valve lever
Ground terminal
AC receptacle
Overload protection device
Overload Reset Switch
DC receptacle
Engine switch

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5.5 SMART Throttle
When the SMART throttle is placed in the on position, engine speed is kept at idle
automatically when the electrical load is disconnected and returns to the proper speed
required by the electrical load when the load is reconnected. The engine speed varies
according to the amount of load applied to the generator. Placing the smart throttle in the
on position is recommended to minimize fuel consumption and engine noise while in
operation.
■When high electrical load appliances are connected
simultaneously, turn the SMART throttle switch to the
OFF position to reduce voltage fluctuation.
■The SMART throttle system does not operate efficiently
if the electrical appliance will be used in a rapid on-off or
low to high rpm mode.
When the smart throttle is in the off position, the engine runs at rated load RPM.
5.6 Air Conditioning Operation
For best results, the SMART throttle switch should be in the off position. Bring the
generator to a normal operating temperature before applying the air conditioning load.
Always allow a 2 minute wait period when manually cycling an air conditioner off and on.
A longer wait period may be required under unusually hot weather conditions.Additionally,
all other loads should be turned off until the air conditioner has started and is performing
normally. It is also important to follow the air conditioner manufacturer's instructions for
starting and restarting for proper operation. Some air conditioner manufacturers offer a
start capacitor as an extra cost option. The lack of a start capacitor can cause the air
conditioner to draw too high a starting current and overload the generator. Contact your
air conditioner dealer if you consistently have problems starting your air conditioner with
the generator. This generator is not generally recommended for air conditioners
exceeding 13,500 BTUs.

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5.7 DC Power Application
The DC receptacle may be used for charging 12 volt automotive-type batteries only. It is
not designed to operate DC motors. Output voltage is 15-30V. DC output will vary
according to the position of the Smart throttle switch.
a. Connect the charging cable to the DC receptacle of the generator and then to the
battery terminals.
■To prevent the possibility of creating sparks near the battery,
connect the charging cable first to the generator then to the
battery. Disconnect the cable first at the battery.
■Before connecting the charging cable to a battery that is
installed in a vehicle, disconnect the vehicle's battery
ground cable. Reconnect the vehicle's ground cable after
the charging cables are removed. This procedure will
prevent the possibility of a short circuit and sparks if
accidental contact is made between a battery terminal and
the vehicle's frame or body.
■Do not attempt to start an automobile engine with the
generator still connected to battery. The generator may be
damaged.
■Connect the positive battery terminal to the positive
charging cord. Do not reverse the charging cables or
serious damage to the generator and/or battery may occur.
■The battery gives off explosive gases: keep sparks, flames
and cigarettes away. Provide adequate ventilation when
charging.
■The battery contains sulfuric acid (electrolyte). Contact with
skin or eyes may cause severe burns. Wear protective
clothing and a face shield.
A. If electrolyte gets on your skin, flush with water.
B. If electrolytes gets in your eyes, flush with water for
at least 15 minutes and call a physician.
■Electrolyte is poisonous.
If swallowed, drink large quantities of water or milk and
follow with milk of magnesia or vegetable oil and call a
physician.
■Keep out of reach of children.

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The DC output is to be used to charge batteries only.
Serious damage to the stator windings can occur if
connected to a DC motor or transformer.
b. Start the generator.
■The DC receptacle may be used while the AC power is in use.
■The DC receptacle is protected from an overload with a fuse. If the DC circuit is
overloaded, the 5 amp fuse will blow and power to the DC receptacle will cease. The red
light on the DC panel will illuminate. The fuse is located to the left of the receptacle and is
accessed by snapping open the access door. Replace the fuse with one of the same
capacity. Using a higher rated fuse may cause damage to the generator alternator.
5.8 Low oil alarm system
The low oil alarm system is designed to prevent engine damage caused by an insufficient
amount of oil in the crankcase. Before the oil level in the crankcase falls below a safe
limit, the low oil alarm system will automatically shut down the engine (the engine switch
will remain in the ON position).
If the low oil alarm system shuts down the engine the red low oil alarm indictor light will
come on when you operate the starter, and the engine will not run. If this occurs, search
for any oil leaks. Add engine oil to resume normal operation.
直流插座
保险丝
打开
Access door
5 amp fuse