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0154607en 0403 Generator G 3.3AE OPERATOR’S MANUAL...
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DANGER CARBON MONOXIDE Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO). This is a poison you cannot see or smell. If you can smell the generator exhaust, you are breathing CO. But even if you cannot smell the exhaust, you could be breathing CO.
G 3.3AE Table of Contents Foreword Safety Information Laws Pertaining to Spark Arresters ............4 Operating Safety .................. 5 Operator Safety while using Internal Combustion Engines ....6 Service Safety ..................7 Label Locations ..................8 Safety and Operating Labels ..............9 Technical Data Generator ...................
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Table of Contents G 3.3AE Maintenance Engine Maintenance ................24 Periodic Maintenance Schedule ............24 Engine Oil ....................25 Air Cleaner ..................26 Spark Plug ...................27 Cleaning the Sediment Cup ..............28 Carburetor Adjustment ................28 Engine Speed ..................29 Storage ....................30 5.10 Transport .....................30 5.11 Troubleshooting ...................31 5.12...
Foreword Foreword This manual provides information and procedures to safely operate and maintain this Wacker model. For your own safety and protection from injury, carefully read, understand and observe the safety instructions described in this manual. Keep this manual or a copy of it with the machine. If you lose this manual or need an additional copy, please contact Wacker Corporation.
Safety Information G 3.3A Safety Information This manual contains DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE callouts which must be followed to reduce the possibility of personal injury, damage to the equipment, or improper service. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
G 3.3A Safety Information Operating Safety BACKFEED FROM THE GENERATOR INTO THE PUBLIC POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO UTILITY WORKERS! DANGER Improper connection of generator to a building's electrical system can allow electrical current from the generator to backfeed into utility lines. This may result in electrocution of utility workers, fire, or explosion.
Safety Information G 3.3A 2.2.11 ALWAYS transport generator in an upright position. 2.2.12 ALWAYS keep machine at least one meter (three feet) away from structures, buildings and other equipment during use. 2.2.13 ALWAYS keep the area immediately surrounding the generator clean, neat and free of debris.
G 3.3A Safety Information Service Safety Poorly maintained equipment can become a safety hazard! In order for the equipment to operate safely and properly over a long period of time, periodic maintenance and occasional repairs are necessary. If WARNING the generator is experiencing problems or is being serviced, attach a "DO NOT START"...
G 3.3A Safety Information Safety and Operating Labels Wacker machines use international pictorial labels where needed. These labels are described below: Label Meaning D A N G E R G E F A H R S T O P P E L I G R O D A N G E R DANGER! Engines emit carbon monoxide;...
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Safety Information G 3.3A Label Meaning Open main circuit breaker. Open fuel flow valve. Close choke. Push or turn engine switch to ON position. Pull rewind starter. Press engine crank switch to "CRANK" posi- tion. Open choke. wc_si000053gb.fm...
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G 3.3A Safety Information Label Meaning Close main circuit breaker. Push or turn engine switch to OFF position. Press engine crank switch to "OFF" position. Close fuel flow valve. Potential Earth - Hook up cable from ground- ing rod to this point. Guaranteed sound power level in dB(A).
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Safety Information G 3.3A Label Meaning A nameplate listing the Model Number, Item Number, Revision, and Serial Number is MENOMONEE FALLS, WI USA 53051 Model attached to each unit. Please record the infor- Item No. Rev. Serial No. mation found on this plate so it will be avail- able should the nameplate become lost or damaged.
G 3.3A Technical Data Technical Data Generator Item No. G3.3AE 0008259 Generator Output Type Single voltage, single phase, brush-type system AC Voltages Available volts / phase 230 / 1ø Frequency Power Factor cos Ø AC receptacles qty / amp 2 / 16 Main Circuit Breaker Dimensions 685 x 585 x 530...
G 3.3A Operation Operation Application and Power Requirements This generator is designed to operate single-phase, 50 Hz appliances running at 230 VAC. CAUTION: Do not exceed the power output of the generator. Damage to tools or generator will occur. See Technical Data . Check the nameplate or label provided on tools and appliances to make sure their power requirements are met by the power output of the generator.
Operation G 3.3A Indoor Installation If the generator must be installed indoors, adequate ventilation or exhaust hoses must be provided. When venting exhaust fumes, make sure the exhaust piping is large enough to prevent excessive back pressure to the engine. Back pressure reduces engine efficiency and may cause the engine to overheat.
G 3.3A Operation Grounding the Generator See Graphic: wc_gr000544 The generator should be grounded to a good ground source in compliance with state and local regulations. Use 10 mm wire and secure one end to the ground terminal (a) provided on the generator frame and the other end to a suitable ground source.
Operation G 3.3A Generator Derating All generators are subject to derating for altitude and temperature. Internal combustion engines, unless modified, run less efficiently at higher altitudes due to the lack of air pressure. This translates into a lack of power and thus reduction in generator output. Temperature affects both engine and generator performance.
G 3.3A Operation Use of Extension Cords When a long extension cord is used to connect an appliance or tool to the generator, a voltage loss occurs—the longer the cord, the greater the voltage loss. This results in less voltage being supplied to the appliance or tool and increases the amount of current draw or reduces performance.
Operation G 3.3A Earth-leakage Circuit Breaker See Graphic: wc_gr000661 Generator models ending with an “AE” are equipped with an earth- leakage circuit breaker. The circuit breaker is current-operated and shuts off the power to the receptacles when a ground fault of 30 milli- Amps or greater occurs in the generator or to a piece of equipment attached to the generator.
G 3.3A Operation Control Panel See Graphic: wc_gr000679 The generator is protected by a 15 amp circuit breaker (a) located on the control panel. The circuit breaker protects the generator from severe overloads or short circuits. If the circuit breaker opens, turn the engine off immediately and determine the cause before restarting.
Operation G 3.3A Before Starting 4.9.1 Read and understand safety and operating instructions at beginning of this manual. 4.9.2 Read and understand the meanings of all warning and operating labels. 4.9.3 Check: • oil level in engine. • fuel level. •...
G 3.3A Operation 4.10 To Run See Graphic: wc_gr000679 and wc_gr000665 4.10.1 Disconnect all loads from the generator and place main circuit breaker lever in open position (O). 4.10.2 Open fuel valve by moving lever to the right (a1). 4.10.3 If engine is cold, move choke lever to closed position (b1). If engine is hot, set choke to open position (b2).
Maintenance G 3.3A Maintenance Engine Maintenance The chart below lists basic machine and engine maintenance. Refer to engine manufacturer’s Operator’s Manual for additional information on engine maintenance. Periodic Maintenance Schedule Daily After Every Every Every before first starting 20 hrs. hrs.
G 3.3A Maintenance Engine Oil See Graphic: wc_gr000022 5.3.1 Drain oil while the engine is still warm. 5.3.2 Remove the oil fill plug (a) and drain plug (b) to drain oil. Note: In the interests of environmental protection, place a plastic sheet and a container under the machine to collect any liquid which drains off.
Maintenance G 3.3A Air Cleaner See Graphic: wc_gr000025 The engine is equipped with a dual element air cleaner. Service air cleaner frequently to prevent carburetor malfunction. CAUTION: NEVER run engine without air cleaner. Severe engine damage will occur. NEVER use gasoline or other types of low flash point solvents for cleaning the air cleaner.
G 3.3A Maintenance Spark Plug See Graphic: wc_gr000028 Clean or replace spark plug as needed to ensure proper operation. Refer to the engine Owner’s Manual. The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for a while after stopping the engine. Do not touch the muffler while it is hot. WARNING Note: Refer to the Technical Data for the recommended spark plug type and the electrode gap setting.
Maintenance G 3.3A Cleaning the Sediment Cup See Graphic: wc_gr000029 5.6.1 Turn fuel valve off. 5.6.2 Remove sediment cup (a) and O-ring (b). 5.6.3 Wash both thoroughly in a nonflammable solvent. Dry and reinstall them. 5.6.4 Turn fuel valve on and check for leaks. Carburetor Adjustment See Graphic: wc_gr001061 The pilot screw (a) is fitted with a limiter cap to prevent excessive...
G 3.3A Maintenance Engine Speed See Graphic: wc_gr000114 Adjust engine to the no load or idle speed per the Technical Data. 5.8.1 Start the engine and allow it to warm up to normal operating temperature. 5.8.2 Turn the throttle stop screw (a) in to increase speed, out to decrease speed.
Maintenance G 3.3A Storage Before storing generator for a long period of time: 5.9.1 Close the fuel valve and remove and empty sediment cup under carburetor. 5.9.2 Disconnect the fuel line from the carburetor. Place open end of fuel line into a suitable container and open fuel valve to drain fuel from tank.
G 3.3A Maintenance 5.11 Troubleshooting Problem / Symptom Reason / Remedy If engine doesn't start, check • Engine switch is on "Start". that: • Fuel valves under fuel tank and on engine are open. • Fuel tank has fuel. • Choke lever is in correct position. Choke should be closed when starting a cold engine.
Maintenance G 3.3A 5.12 Wiring Schematic See Graphic: wc_gr000680 Ref. Description Ref. Description Ref. Description Generator Control Box Engine Ref. Description Ref. Description Main stator winding RFI suppressor Main circuit breaker Rotor winding Earth-leakage circuit breaker Automatic voltage regulator (“AE” models only) 16A receptacle Ignition switch Choke...
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EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY CE-KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD DE LA CE DÉCLARATION DE CONFORMITÉ C.E. WACKER CORPORATION, N92 W15000 ANTHONY AVENUE, MENOMONEE FALLS, WISCONSIN USA AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE IN THE EUROPEAN UNION WACKER CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT AG BEVOLLMÄCHTIGTER VERTRETER FÜR DIE EUROPÄISCHE GEMEINSCHAFT Preußenstraße 41 REPRESENTANTE AUTORIZADO EN LA UNIÓN EUROPEA 80809 München...
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Wacker Construction Equipment AG · Preußenstraße 41 · D-80809 München · Tel.: +49-(0)89-354 02 - 0 · Fax: +49 - (0)89-354 02-390 Wacker Corporation · P.O. Box 9007 · Menomonee Falls, WI 53052-9007 · Tel. : +1-(1)(262) 255-0500 · Fax: +1-(1)(262) 255-0550 · Tel. : (800) 770-0957 Wacker Asia Pacific Operations ·...
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