Coleman CG3500i Owner & User Manual

Coleman CG3500i Owner & User Manual

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CG3500i Inverter generator
Owner's/User's Manual
IMPORTANT ─ Please make certain that persons who will be operating this generator
thoroughly read and understand this user's manual prior to operation
(888)-405-8725 Coleman Powersports
PO Box 7909, Tempe, AZ. 85281
www.colemanpowered.com

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  • Page 1 CG3500i Inverter generator Owner’s/User’s Manual IMPORTANT ─ Please make certain that persons who will be operating this generator thoroughly read and understand this user’s manual prior to operation (888)-405-8725 Coleman Powersports PO Box 7909, Tempe, AZ. 85281 www.colemanpowered.com...
  • Page 2: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a Coleman Inverter Generator. This Owner’s/Operator manual will provide you information regarding safe operation, operational instructions, maintenance and care. Fully understanding this manual and following all of the instructions herein will provide the knowledge needed to have long and safe generator operation.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION…………………………………………………………………………. COLEMAN LIMITED WARRANTY……………………………………………………… SAFETY INFORMATION………………………………………………………………… CONTROL FUNCTIONS…………………………………………………………………. DESCRIPTIONS………………………………………………………………… OIL WARING SYSTEM……………………………………………………………... 7 ENGINE SWITCH……………………………………………………………………. 7 ECONOMY CONTROL SWITCH…………………………………………………..7 DC CIRCUIT BREAKER……………………………………………………………. 7 FUEL VALVE………………………………………………………………………… 8 PRE OPERATION CHECK…………………………………………………………………. 8 ENGINE FUEL……………………………………………………………………….. 8 ENGINE OIL………………………………………………………………………….. 8 GROUND……………………………………………………………………………...
  • Page 4: Coleman Limited Warranty

    1 year from the date of purchase shown on the sales receipt. During this period of time Coleman Powersports will, at its option, either repair or replace any original Coleman Powersports part which is covered by this warranty and is proven to be defective in workmanship or material.
  • Page 5 Any product which has been altered or modified in a manner not consistent with the original design of the product or in a manner not approved by Coleman Powersports. Damage or failures due to abuse, neglect, or misuse of the product.
  • Page 6: Safety Information

    ! WARNING ────────────────────────────────── PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THE GENERATOR ──────────────────────────────────────── SAFETY INFORMATION 1)EXHAUST FUMES ARE POISONOUS Never operate the engine in a closed area or it may cause unconsciousness and death within a short time. Operate ...
  • Page 7: Control Functions

    5)CONNECTION NOTES  Avoid connecting the generator to any commercial power outlet. Avoid connecting the generator in parallel with any other generator.  CONTROL FUNCTIONS DESCRIPTIONS (1) Economy control switch (2) Engine switch (3) Fuel tank (4) Spark plug (5) Muffler (6) Carrying handle (7) Choke lever (8) AC pilot light...
  • Page 8 1)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. 2)ENGINE SWITCH The engine switch controls the ignition system. “ON”(run) ① Ignition circuit is switched on. The engine can be started. “OFF”(stop) ②...
  • Page 9: Fuel Valve

    5)FUEL VALVE The fuel valve is used to supply fuel from the tank to the carburetor. PRE OPERATION CHECK NOTE: ──────────────────────── Fuel Valve Add at least .5 gallons (2 liters) before attempting to start the engine the  first time. Pre-operation checks should be made each time the generator is used.
  • Page 10: Ground

    API Service “SJ” 3)GROUND (Earth) Make sure to ground (earth) the generator. OPERATION NOTE: ──────────────────────── The generator has been shipped without engine oil. Please note that  engine will not start without oil Do not tilt the generator when adding engine oil. This could result in ...
  • Page 11: Using Electric Power

    USING ELECTRIC POWER 1. AC APPLICATION (a) Check the AC pilot lamp for proper voltage. (b) Turn the economy control switch to the “ON” position. (c) Turn off the switch(es) of the electrical appliance(s) before connecting to the generator. (d) Insert the plug(s) of the electrical appliance(s) into the receptacle. CAUTION: ─────────────────────...
  • Page 12: Dc Application

    3. DC APPLICATION (option) Aim for specific gravity and charging time This usage is applicable to 12V battery charging only. 1.30 1.26 (a) Charging instruction for battery 1.22  Disconnect the leads for the battery. 1.18  Loosen battery fluid caps if battery is not sealed. 1.14 ...
  • Page 13: Periodic Maintenance

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 1) MAINTENANCE CHART Regular maintenance is most important for the best performance and safe operation. Pre-operation Initial Every Every Every Item Remarks check 1 months 3 months 6 months 12 months (daily) or 20 Hr or 50Hr or100Hr or 300Hr Spark Check condition adjust gap and...
  • Page 14: Engine Oil Replacement

    2)ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT Place the generator on a level surface and warm up the engine for several minutes. Then stop the engine and turn the fuel lever to “OFF””. Loosen the screw and remove the outer cover. Remove the oil cap Place an oil pan under the engine.
  • Page 15: Cleaning And Adjusting Spark Plug

    CAUTION: ────────────────────── The engine should never run without the air filter element; excessive piston and/or cylinder wear may result. ─────────────────────────── 4)CLEANING AND ADJUSTING SPARK PLUG 1. Remove spark plug cover and plug 2. Check for discoloration on the electrode and remove any carbon build up. 3.
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    Remove the carbon deposits on the muffler screen and spark arrester using a wire brush. Install the muffler screen. Install the cover TROUBLESHOOTING 1)Engine won’t start 1. Fuel systems No fuel supplied to combustion chamber.  No fuel in tank….Supply fuel. ...
  • Page 17: Storage

    STORAGE Long term storage of your generator will require some preventive procedures to guard against deterioration. 1)DRAIN THE FUEL Remove the fuel tank cap, drain the fuel from the fuel tank Remove the cover, drain fuel from the carburetor by loosening the drain screw. 2)ENGINE Remove the spark plug, pour in about one tablespoon of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil into the spark plug hole and reinstall the spark plug.
  • Page 18: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS MODEL CG3500i Type Inverter Generator 50Hz 100, 230V, 240V AC Voltage 60Hz 100, 120V, 240V Max. Output 2.0 kW 2.5 kW 3.5 kW Rated Output 1.8 kW 2.2 kW 3.0 kW Power Factor DC Output 12V / 8.3A Model...
  • Page 19: Wire Diagram

    WIRE DIAGRAM CG3500i FUSE DC winding Stepping motor Main Economic winding Invert cell switch PILOT Control OVERLOAD winding LOW OIL Oil sensor Engine switch Ignition winding Spring winding High Spark pressure plug wrap...
  • Page 20 (888)-405-8725 Coleman Powersports PO Box 7909, Tempe, AZ. 85281 www.colemanpowered.com...

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