Yamaha EF2800i - Inverter Generator User manual

Generator
LIT-19626-01-13 7VU-28199-12
PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER
PRINTED IN JAPAN
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EF2800i
YG2800i
OWNER’S MANUAL
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AE00012
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER RECORDS
Record your Primary I.D., and serial num-
bers in the spaces provided, to assist you
in ordering spare parts from a Yamaha
dealer.
Also record and keep these I.D. numbers
in a separate place in case your machine
is stolen.
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MACHINE IDENTIFICATION
The machine serial number is stamped in
the location as shown.
NOTE:
The first three digits of these numbers are
for model identification; the remaining dig-
its are the unit production number. Keep a
record of these numbers for reference
when ordering parts from a Yamaha deal-
er.
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of your new Yamaha.
This manual will provide you with a good basic understanding of the operation and
maintenance of this machine.
If you have any questions regarding the operation or maintenance of your machine,
please consult a Yamaha dealer.
PRI-I.D. NUMBER:
PRI-I.D.
CODE SERIAL No.
EF2800i/YG2800i
OWNER’S MANUAL
© 2003 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
1st Edition, August 2003
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan.
P/N LIT-19626-01-13
MODEL
790-057a
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NOTE:
9Yamaha continually seeks advance-
ments in product design and quality.
Therefore, while this manual contains
the most current product information
available at the time of printing, there
may be minor discrepancies between
your engine and this manual. If there
is any question concerning this manu-
al, please consult your Yamaha deal-
er.
9This manual should be considered a
permanent part of this engine and
should remain with this engine when
resold.
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PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND
THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE
OPERATING THE MACHINE.
Particularly important information is distin-
guished in this manual by the following
notations.
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The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTEN-
TION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY
IS INVOLVED!
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Failure to follow WARNING instructions
could result in severe injury or death to
the engine operator, a bystander, or a
person inspecting or repairing the engine.
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A CAUTION indicates special precautions
that must be taken to avoid damage to the
engine.
NOTE:
A NOTE provides key information to make
procedures easier or clearer.
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CONTENTS
LIMITED WARRANTY (EF- AND
EDL-SERIES)..........................................1
LIMITED WARRANTY (EC- AND
YG-SERIES)............................................2
LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS..4
SAFETY INFORMATION........................5
EXHAUST FUMES ARE
POISONOUS .......................................5
FUEL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND
POISONOUS .......................................5
ENGINE AND MUFFLER MAY
BE HOT................................................5
ELECTRIC SHOCK PREVENTION .....6
CONNECTION NOTES .......................7
CONNECTION.....................................7
EXTENSION CORD NOTES ...............7
CONTROL FUNCTION ...........................8
DESCRIPTION ....................................8
CONTROL PANEL...............................8
OIL WARNING SYSTEM ...................10
ENGINE SWITCH ..............................10
ECONOMY CONTROL SWITCH.......10
DC PROTECTOR ..............................11
G.F.C.I. RECEPTACLE
(for YG2800i) .....................................11
PRE-OPERATION CHECK...................12
FUEL..................................................12
ENGINE OIL ......................................13
GROUND (Earth) ...............................13
OPERATION .........................................14
STARTING THE ENGINE..................14
APPLICATION RANGE .....................16
CONNECTION...................................17
STOPPING THE ENGINE .................21
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE .................22
MAINTENANCE CHART ...................22
SPARK PLUG INSPECTION .............24
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT.........24
ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT ..........25
MUFFLER SCREEN AND SPARK
ARRESTER .......................................26
AIR FILTER........................................28
FUEL COCK ......................................29
FUEL TANK FILTER..........................29
G.F.C.I. RECEPTACLE TEST
(for YG2800i) .....................................30
TROUBLESHOOTING..........................31
STORAGE.............................................33
DRAIN THE FUEL .............................33
ENGINE .............................................33
EXHAUST EMISSION CONTROL
SYSTEM AND COMPONENTS ............34
SPECIFICATIONS ................................35
DIMENSIONS ....................................35
ENGINE .............................................35
GENERATOR ....................................35
WIRING DIAGRAM...............................36
EF2800i..............................................36
YG2800i .............................................37
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YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U.S.A.
EF- AND EDL-SERIES GENERATOR LIMITED WARRANTY
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. hereby war-
rants that new Yamaha consumer generators pur-
chased from an authorized Yamaha consumer
generator dealer in the continental United States
will be free from defects in material and workman-
ship for the period of time stated herein, subject to
certain stated limitations.
THE PERIOD OF WARRANTY Any new EF-
series or EDL-series Yamaha Generator pur-
chased for private, non-commercial use from an
authorized Yamaha consumer generator dealer in
the continental United States will
be warranted against defects in material or work-
manship for a period two (2) years from date of
purchase, subject to exclusions noted herein. Any
Yamaha non-commercial
generator purchased and utilized for commercial
or rental applications will be warranted for a period
one (1) year from the date of purchase, subject to
exclusions noted herein.
DURING THE PERIOD OF WARRANTY any
authorized Yamaha consumer generator dealer
will, free of charge, repair or replace, at Yamaha’s
option, any part adjudged defective by Yamaha
due to faulty workmanship or material from the
factory. Parts used in warranty repairs will be war-
ranted for the balance of the product’s warranty
period. All parts replaced under warranty become
property of Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A.
GENERAL EXCLUSIONS from this warranty shall
include any failures caused by:
a. Installation of parts or accessories that are not
qualitatively equivalent to genuine Yamaha
parts.
b. Abnormal strain, neglect, or abuse.
c. Lack of proper maintenance.
d. Accident or collision damage.
SPECIFIC EXCLUSIONS from this warranty shall
include parts replaced due to normal wear or rou-
tine maintenance.
THE CUSTOMER’S RESPONSIBILITY under this
warranty shall be to:
1. Operate and maintain the generator as speci-
fied in the appropriate Owner’s Manual;
2. Give notice to an authorized Yamaha con-
sumer generator dealer of any and all appar-
ent defects within ten (10) days after discov-
ery, and make the unit available at that time
for inspection and repairs at such dealer’s
place of business.
WARRANTY TRANSFER: To transfer the warran-
ty from the original purchaser to any subsequent
purchaser(s), it is imperative that the unit be
inspected and registered for warranty by an autho-
rized Yamaha consumer generator dealer. In order
for this warranty to remain in effect, this inspection
and registration must take place within ten (10)
days after transfer. An inspection and registration
fee will be charged for this service. In no case will
the warranty be extended beyond the original peri-
od.
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. MAKES
NO OTHER WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL IMPLIED WAR-
RANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH EXCEED
THE OBLIGATIONS AND TIME LIMITS STATED IN
THIS WARRANTY ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. AND
EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON
HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO
THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO
YOU. ALSO EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY
ARE ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES INCLUDING LOSS OF USE. SOME
STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN-
TIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL
RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER
RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A.
Post Office Box 6555
Cypress, California 90630
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YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U.S.A.
EC- AND YG-SERIES INDUSTRIAL GENERATOR LIMITED WARRANTY
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. hereby war-
rants that new Yamaha EC- and YG-series gener-
ators purchased from an authorized Yamaha
industrial generator dealer in the continental
United States will be free from defects in material
and workmanship for the period of time stated
herein, subject to certain stated limitations.
THE PERIOD OF WARRANTY for Yamaha EC-
series and YG-series generators shall be one (1)
year from the date of purchase.
DURING THE PERIOD OF WARRANTY any
authorized Yamaha industrial generator dealer
will, free of charge, repair or replace, at Yamaha’s
option, any part adjudged defective by Yamaha
due to faulty workmanship or material from the
factory. Parts used in warranty repairs will be war-
ranted for the balance of the product’s warranty
period. All parts replaced under warranty become
property of Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A.
GENERAL EXCLUSIONS from this warranty shall
include any failures caused by:
a. Installation of parts or accessories that are not
qualitatively equivalent to genuine Yamaha
parts.
b. Abnormal strain, neglect, or abuse.
c. Lack of proper maintenance.
d. Accident or collision damage.
SPECIFIC EXCLUSIONS from this warranty shall
include parts replaced due to normal wear or rou-
tine maintenance.
THE CUSTOMER’S RESPONSIBILITY under this
warranty shall be to:
1. Operate and maintain the diesel generator as
specified in the appropriate Owner’s Manual;
2. Give notice to an authorized Yamaha industri-
al generator dealer of any and all apparent
defects within ten (10) days after discovery,
and make the unit available at that time for
inspection and repairs at such dealer’s place
of business.
WARRANTY TRANSFER: To transfer the warran-
ty from the original purchaser to any subsequent
purchaser(s), it is imperative that the unit be
inspected and registered for warranty by an autho-
rized Yamaha industrial generator dealer. In order
for this warranty to remain in effect, this inspection
and registration must take place within ten (10)
days after transfer. An inspection and registration
fee will be charged for this service. In no case will
the warranty be extended beyond the original peri-
od.
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. MAKES
NO OTHER WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL IMPLIED WAR-
RANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH EXCEED
THE OBLIGATIONS AND TIME LIMITS STATED IN
THIS WARRANTY ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. AND
EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON
HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO
THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO
YOU. ALSO EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY
ARE ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES INCLUDING LOSS OF USE. SOME
STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN-
TIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL
RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER
RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A.
Post Office Box 6555
Cypress, California 90630
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WARRANTY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Q. Is the warranty transferable to second own-
ers?
A. Yes. The remainder of the existing warranty
can be transfered upon request.
The unit has to be inspected and reregistered
by an authorized Yamaha generator dealer for
the policy to remain effective.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
If your machine requires warranty service, you
must take it to any authorized Yamaha generator
dealer within the continental United States. Be
sure to bring your warranty registration identifica-
tion or other valid proof of the original date of pur-
chase. If a question or problem arises regarding
warranty, first contact the owner of the dealership.
Since all warranty matters are handled at the deal-
er level, this person is in the best position to help
you. If you are still not satisfied and require addi-
tional assistance, please write:
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U.S.A.
CUSTOMER RELATIONS DEPARTMENT
P.O. BOX 6555
Cypress, California 90630
CHANGE OF ADDRESS
The federal government requires each manufac-
turer to maintain a complete, up-to-date list of all
first purchasers against the possibility of a safety-
related defect and recall. This list is compiled from
the purchase registrations sent to Yamaha Motor
Corporation, U.S.A. by the selling dealer at the
time of your purchase. If you should move after
you have purchased your new generator, please
advise us of your new address by sending a post-
card listing your Yamaha model name, engine
number, dealer number (or dealer’s name) as it is
shown on your warranty identification, your name
and new mailing address. Mail to:
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A.
WARRANTY DEPARTMENT
P.O. Box 6555
Cypress, California 90630
This will ensure that Yamaha Motor Corporation,
U.S.A. has an up-to-date registration record in
accordance with federal law.
Q. What costs are my responsibility during the
warranty period?
A. The customer’s responsibility includes all
costs of normal maintenance service, non-
warranty repairs, accident damages, as well
as oil and spark plugs.
Q. What are some examples of “abnormal” strain,
neglect, or abuse?
A. These terms are general and overlap each
other in areas. Specific examples include:
Running the machine out of oil; lack of proper
maintenance; operating the machine with a
broken or damaged part which causes anoth-
er part to fail; and so on. If you have any
specific questions on operation or mainte-
nance, please contact your dealer for advice.
Q. Does the warranty cover incidental costs such
as transportation due to a failure?
A. No. The warranty is limited to repair of the
machine itself.
Q. May I perform any or all of the recommended
maintenance shown in the Owner’s Manual
instead of having the dealer do them?
A. Yes, if you are a qualified mechanic and follow
the procedures specified in the Owner’s and
Service Manual. We do recommend, however,
that items requiring special tools or equipment
be done by a Yamaha generator dealer.
Q. Will the warranty be void or cancelled if I do
not operate or maintain my new Yamaha
exactly as specified in the Owner’s Manual?
A. No. The warranty on a new Yamaha cannot
be “voided” or “cancelled.”
However, if a particular failure is caused by
operation or maintenance other than as
shown in the Owner’s Manual, that failure
may not be covered under warranty.
Q. What responsibility does my dealer have
under this warranty?
A. Each Yamaha generator dealer is expected
to:
1. Check the operation of the generator
before sale.
2. Explain the operation, maintenance, and
warranty requirements to your satisfaction
at the time of sale, and upon your request
at any later date.
In addition, each Yamaha generator dealer is
held responsible for his setup, service and
warranty repair work.
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WARNING
READ THE OWNER‘S MANUAL AND ALL LABELS BEFORE OPERATING.
qqAVERTISSEMENT
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ONLY OPERATE IN WELL-VENTILATED AREA.
EXHAUST GAS CONTAINS POISONOUS CARBON MONOXIDE.
CHECK FOR SPILLED FUEL OR FUEL LEAKS.
STOP ENGINE BEFORE REFUELING.
DO NOT OPERATE NEAR FLAMMABLE MATERIALS.
ELECTROCUTION CAN OCCUR IF GENERATOR IS USED IN RAIN,
SNOW, OR NEAR WATER. KEEP THIS UNIT DRY AT ALL TIMES.
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LISEZ LE MODE D‘EMPLOI ET TOUTES LES ETIQUETTES AVANT DE
FAIRE FONCTIONNER LA MACHINE.
FAITES FONCTIONNER UNIQUEMENT DANS DES LIEUX BIEN AERES.
LES GAZ D‘ECHAPPEMENT CONTIENNENT DU MONOXYDE DE CARBONE.
VERIFIEZ SI DU CARBURANT A ETE RENVERSE DU S‘IL FUIT.
ARRETEZ LE MOTEUR AVANT DE FAIRE LE PLEIN DE CARBURANT.
N‘UTILISEZ PAS A PROXIMITE DE MATERIAUX INFLAMMABLES.
IL Y A RISQUE D‘ELECTROCUTION SI LE GENERATEUR FONCTIONNE
SOUS LA PLUIE, DANS LA NEIGE, OU PRES DE L‘EAU. GARDEZ LA
MACHINE AU SEC EN TOUTES CIRCONSTANCES.
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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS
Please read the following labels carefully before oper-
ating this machine.
NOTE:
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
WARNING
Electrocution Or property damage
can occur: Do not connect this
generator to any building ’s electrical
system unless an isolation switch
has been installed by a licensed elec-
trician. Refer to the owner’s manual.
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IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION
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REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS.
THIS ENGINE MEETS
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THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO PHASE 2 U.S.EPA REGULATIONS FOR SMALL NONROAD ENGINES.
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DISPLACEMENT :
VALVE LASH ( A )
rpm
NO OTHER ADJUSTMENTS NEEDED.
ENGINE OIL :
IDLE SPEED :
FUEL : THIS ENGINE IS CERTIFIED TO OPERATE ON UNLEADED GASOLINE.
IGNITION TIMING & IDLE MIXTURE
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EMISSIONS COMPLIANCE PERIOD:CATEGORY A (EPA)
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ENGINE AIR INDEX (California only)
LEAST CLEAN
MOST CLEAN
NOTE : THE LOWER THE AIR INDEX, THE LESS THE POLLUTION
FOR THE FOLLOWING USE:
THIS ENGINE IS CERTIFIED TO BE EMISSION COMPLIANT
MODERATE INTERMEDIATE EXTENDED
CHECK OWNERS MANUAL FOR FURTHER D ET AI LS
T H I S LABEL T O B E REMOVED BY T H E ULTIMATE PURCHASER ONLY!
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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EXHAUST FUMES ARE POISONOUS
9Never operate the engine in a closed area or it
may cause unconsciousness and death within a
short time. Operate the engine in a well ventilated
area.
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FUEL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND POISONOUS
9Always turn off the engine when refuelling.
9Never refuel while smoking or in the vicinity of an
open flame.
9Take care not to spill any fuel on the engine or
muffler when refuelling.
9If you swallow any fuel, inhale fuel vapor, or allow
any to get in your eye(s), see your doctor immedi-
ately. If any fuel spills on your skin or clothing,
immediately wash with soap and water and
change your clothes.
9When operating or transporting the machine, be
sure it is kept upright. If it tilts, fuel may leak from
the carburetor or fuel tank.
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ENGINE AND MUFFLER MAY BE HOT
9Place the machine in a place where pedestrians
or children are not likely to touch the machine.
9Avoid placing any flammable materials near the
exhaust outlet during operation.
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9Keep the machine at least 1 m (3 ft) from buildings
or other equipment, or the engine may overheat.
a1 m (3 ft)
9Avoid operating the engine with a dust cover.
9Be sure to carry the generator only by its carrying
handle(s).
1Carrying handle(s) (shaded)
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ELECTRIC SHOCK PREVENTION
9Never operate the engine in rain or snow.
9Never touch the machine with wet hands or elec-
trical shock will occur.
9Be sure to ground (earth) the generator.
NOTE:
Use ground (earth) lead of sufficient current capacity.
1Lead diameter
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CONNECTION NOTES
9Avoid connecting the generator to commercial
power outlet.
9Avoid connecting the generator in parallel with any
other generator.
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CONNECTION
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Before the generator can be connected to a build-
ing’s electrical system, a licensed electrician must
install an isolation (transfer) switch in the build-
ing’s main fuse box. The switch is the connection
point for generator power and allows selection of
generator or main line power to the building. This
will prevent the generator from charging the main
power line (backfeeding) when the main power
supply has failed or has been turned off for line
repair. Backfeeding can electrocute or injure line
maintenance personnel. Also, generator and build-
ing electrical system damage can occur when nor-
mal operating power returns if unit is used without
an isolation switch.
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EXTENSION CORD NOTES
9When using an extension cord, its total length
should not exceed
60 meters for cross section of 1.5 mm square
and
100 meters for cross section of 2.5 mm
square.
9This extension cord should be protected by a
tough flexible rubber sheath (IEC 245) or the
equivalent to withstand mechanical stresses.
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Ground (earth) Lead
Diameter:
0.12 mm (0.005 in)/ampere
EX:
10 Ampere →1.2 mm (0.05 in)
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CONTROL FUNCTION
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DESCRIPTION
1Fuel tank
2Fuel tank cap
3Fuel cock
4Air filter cover
5Spark plug
6Muffler
7Choke knob
8Ground (Earth) terminal
9Oil filler cap
0Oil drain plug
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CONTROL PANEL
1Engine switch
2Economy control switch
3DC receptacle
4AC receptacle
5Ground (Earth) terminal
6DC protector
7Overload indicator light
8AC pilot light
9Oil warning light
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DESCRIPTION
1Fuel tank
2Fuel tank cap
3Fuel cock
4Air filter cover
5Spark plug
6Muffler
7Choke knob
8Ground (Earth) terminal
9Oil filler cap
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CONTROL PANEL
1Engine switch
2Economy control switch
3DC receptacle
4AC receptacle
5G.F.C.I. receptacle
6Ground (Earth) terminal
7DC protector
8Overload indicator light
9AC pilot light
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OIL WARNING SYSTEM
When the oil level falls below the lower level, the
engine stops automatically. Unless you refill with oil,
the engine will not start again.
NOTE:
If the engine stalls or does not start, turn the engine
switch to “ON” position and then pull the recoil starter.
If the oil warning light flickers for a few seconds, the
engine oil is insufficient. Add oil and restart.
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ENGINE SWITCH
The engine switch controls the ignition system.
1 7“ON”
Ignition circuit is switched on.
The engine can be started.
2 5“STOP”
Ignition circuit is switched off.
The engine will not run.
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ECONOMY CONTROL SWITCH
1I “ON”
When the economy control switch is turned “ON”, the
economy control unit controls the engine speed
according to the connected load. The results are better
fuel consumption and less noise.
2 3“OFF”
When the economy control switch is turned “OFF”, the
engine runs at the rated rpm (3,600 rpm) regardless of
whether there is a load connected or not.
NOTE:
The economy control switch must be turned to “OFF”
when using electric devices that require a large start-
ing current, such as a compressor or a submergible
pump.
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DC PROTECTOR
The DC protector turns off automatically when the load
exceeds the generator rated output.
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Reduce the load to the specified generator rated
output if the DC protector turns off. If it turns off
again, consult a Yamaha dealer.
NOTE:
Press to reset the DC protector.
1“OFF”
2“ON”
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G.F.C.I. RECEPTACLE
(for YG2800i)
The G.F.C.I. (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) 1shuts
off power to the protected receptacles if a ground fault
(electrical leak) is detected.
If the reset button 2pops out 3, the equipment
plugged into the receptacle may be faulty. If this hap-
pens, check the equipment carefully. If the equipment
appears to be in good condition, press the reset button
firmly until a click is heard. This will restore power. If
the reset button pops out again, unplug the equipment
immediately. Have the equipment inspected and
repaired by a qualified repairperson before attempting
to use it again.
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TO REDUCE THE CHANCE OF ELECTRICAL
SHOCK:
9Do not attempt to operate equipment if the
ground fault circuit interrupter reset button
pops out repeatedly during use.
9Test the ground fault circuit interrupter during
the pre-operation checks according to the
maintenance instructions on page 30.
9Remember that only receptacles labeled
“GFCI” have ground fault circuit interrupter
protection.
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741-001
707-001
707-037
707-051
AE00845
PRE-OPERATION CHECK
NOTE:
Pre-operation checks should be made each time the
generator is used.
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The engine and muffler will be very hot after the
engine has been run.
Avoid touching the engine and muffler while they
are still hot with any part of your body or clothing
during inspection or repair.
AE00856
FUEL
Make sure there is sufficient fuel in the tank.
Your Yamaha engine has been designed to use regu-
lar unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number ((R
+ M)/2) of 86 or higher, or research octane number of
91 or higher.
1Fuel level gauge
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9Fuel is highly flammable and poisonous.
Check “SAFETY INFORMATION” (See page 5)
carefully before refueling.
9Do not fill above the top of the fuel filter or it
may overflow when the fuel heats up later and
expands.
9Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately.
9After refueling, make sure the tank cap is tight-
ened securely.
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707-033a
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Recommended fuel:
Unleaded gasoline
Fuel tank capacity:
Total: 11.2 L (2.46 Imp gal, 2.96 US gal)
“F”Full
“E”Empty
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741-059
AE00222
ENGINE OIL
Make sure the engine oil is at the upper level of the oil
filler hole.
Add oil as necessary.
1Upper level
NOTE:
Recommended engine oil classification:
API Service “SE”or “SF”.
cC
The generator has been shipped without engine
oil. Fill with oil or it will not start.
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700-103c
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700-065
0°C 25°C
80°F32°F
A YAMALUBE 4(10W-30)
D SAE 10W C SAE #20 B SAE #30
700-006
Recommended oil:
åYAMALUBE 4 (10W-30) or SAE 10W-30
type SE motor oil
∫SAE #30
çSAE #20
∂SAE 10W
Engine oil quantity:
0.6 L (0.53 lmp qt, 0.63 US qt)
AE00241
GROUND (Earth)
Make sure to ground (earth) the generator.
Check “SAFETY INFORMATION”on page 6.
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700-006a
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763-126b
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705-037
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763-084h
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OPERATION
NOTE:
The generator has been shipped without engine oil.
Fill with oil or it will not start.
1Upper level
761-062a
761-073
B
AE00989
STARTING THE ENGINE
NOTE:
9Before starting the engine, do not connect any
electric devices.
9Turn the economy control switch to the “3”(OFF)
position.
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1. Turn the fuel cock lever to the “ON”position.
1“ON”
2. Turn the engine switch to the “7”(ON) position.
17“ON”
A
13“OFF”
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701-047b
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3. Pull the choke knob fully out.
1Choke knob
NOTE:
The choke is not required to start a warm engine.
Push the choke knob in to the original position.
4. Pull slowly on the recoil starter until it is engaged,
then pull it briskly.
5. After the engine starts, warm up the engine until
the engine does not stop when the choke knob is
returned to the original position.
6. Push the choke knob back to the original position.
NOTE:
When starting the engine in areas where the ambient
temperature is below 0°C (32°F), the engine automati-
cally operates at the rated r/min (3,600 r/min) for three
minutes to warm up the engine regardless of the econ-
omy control switch position. The economy control unit
operates normally afterwards if the economy control
switch is turned to “I”(ON).
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