LIFAN Power USA Energy Storm Series Assembly instructions

Model ESI-7000iER-EFI
Please read this manual carefully before operating your new inverter generator.
(CA) in the model number designated California Compliant by CARB 9/1/2016

PLEASE KEEP AND READ THIS MANUAL
CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR NEW
LIFAN POWER USA DIGITAL INVERTER
GENERATOR
RECORD PURCHASE HERE
MODEL # ___________________________________
ENGINE ID # _______________________________
DATE OF PURCHASE _______________________
PURCHASE LOCATION _____________________
-CA INDICATES THIS UNIT IS
CARB CERTIFIED
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER’S MANUAL
Energy Storm Series
ESI-7000iER-EFI
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ENGINE ID # IS STAMPED
ON CRANK CASE

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ATTENTION: Rental Companies and
Private Owners who loan this equipment
to others!
All persons to whom you rent/loan this inverter generator
must have access to and read this manual. Keep this
owner’s manual with the inverter generator at all times and
advise all persons who will operate the machine to read it.
You must also provide personal instruction on how to safely
set-up and operate the inverter generator and remain avail-
able to answer any questions a renter/borrower might have.
Only Trained Adults should set up and operate this equip-
ment. DO NOT LET CHILDREN OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT!
Always wear safety apparel when operating this equipment,
safety glasses, ear protection, insulated waterproof gloves,
and non-slip protective shoes are recommended. When
using any cleaning chemicals refer to the chemical label for
safety instructions concerning those chemicals for use of a
respiration mask.
Never operate or let anyone operate this equipment while
under the inuence of any alcohol, drugs, or medication or
when fatigued.
Owner’s Manuals are available from Lifan Power USA at
1-866-471-7464.

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SPECIAL HAZARDS
• CO Poisoning: Exhaust from engine contains carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that
can cause carbon monoxide poisoning and possible death if inhaled.
• Injection Injury: High-pressure spray can pierce skin and underlying tisses, leading to
serious injury and possible amputation. Such an injection injury can result in blood
poisoning and/or severe tissue damage.
• Flying Debris: High-pressure spray can cause ying debris and possible surface
damage.
• Electric shock: Operating equipment in wet conditions or near water can cause
electric shock.
• Chemical Exposure: Cleaning chemical vapors or contact with skin may be hazardous.
• Fire/Explosion: Engine sparking can ignite fuel or other ammable liquids or vapors in
the vicinity. Hot exhaust from engine can ignite combustible materials.
• Burns: Inverter Generator pump & engine are hot surfaces that can cause burn injuries.
EQUIPMENT PROTECTION FACTS
Inspect Upon Delivery: FIRST! Inspect for missing or damaged
components. See “Initial Set-Up/Installation” section for where
to report missing or damaged parts.
Add Engine Oil: Engine is shipped without oil. See the “Engine
Manual” section of this manual for instructions on capacity and
viscosity recommendations.
Maintenance Schedule: Engine requires periodic inspection
and servicing to keep generator functioning efciently. See
“Maintenance Schedule Summary” for frequency of servicing.

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PLEASE READ THE
FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS!
1. Unit Shipped without engine oil. See Preoperating Instructions for further
information.
2. For repair under Warranty or questions concerning Warranty, DO NOT RETURN
this product to the Store where purchased. Follow the procedures as outlined in
the “WARRANTY POLICY” and “WARRANTY REGISTRATION” in the Owner’s
Manual. For any questions visit www.lifanpowerusa.com or call 1-866-471-7464,
Option 2 (Warranty and Service).
3. Read the “Owner’s Manual” prior to operating any equipment and familiarize
yourself with the Proper and safe operation of the equipment. If you have any
questions, visit www.lifanpowerusa.com or call 1-866-471-7464, Option 2
(Warranty and Service).
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6Operation of Generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Storing The Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 7Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Transporting The Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . .
8Long-Term Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Short-Term Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Controls and Features . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Exercising The Generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Powering 12V DC Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Jump-Starting The Generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Digital Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Understanding Your Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Error & Fault Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Battery Assembly & Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . 23 Wattage Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Limited Warranty Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Staring Your Generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Appendix: Exploded View / Parts List . . . . . . . 52
Appendix: Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58