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Generator exhaust contains high levels of carbon monoxide (CO), a poisonous gas 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. ·...
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We reserve the right to make changes to this manual at any time without notice and obligation whatsoever. No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission from All-Power America. This manual should be considered a permanent part of the generator and should remain with it when being resold.
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Owner’s Manual CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3 SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS -------------------------------------------------------------------------------5 PRE-OPERATION CHECK -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------8 STARTING THE ENGINE -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------11 USING THE GENERATOR ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------14 STOPPING THE ENGINE ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------17 MAINTENANCE -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------18 TRANSPORTING/STORAGE ------------------------------------------------------------------------------23 TROUBLESHOOTING ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------24 10 SPECIFICATIONS --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------26 11 WIRING DIAGRAM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------27 12 WHEEL KIT -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------28 13 Part List ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------29...
3500W Digital Generator 1.SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Our generators are designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to 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 contents (eg.
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Owner’s Manual Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions. Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped. Keep away from lighted cigarette, fire and sparks when refueling the generator. Always refuel in a well-ventilated location. Wipe up spilled gasoline at once. 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.
3500W Digital Generator 2.SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS 2.1 Outside view Fuel filler cap Operation button LCD screen Starter grip Side cover Control panel Front cover Air intake hole Fuel level indicator Top cover Rear cover Air exhaust hole Air intake hole Access door Fig.1 Outside view...
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Owner’s Manual 2.2 Control pannel Operation indicator (green) Overload indicator (yellow) Short circuit indicator (red) Fuel valve lever AC receptacle Engine switch Oil Alert Lamp Econ switch Start button Choke knob Grounding terminal DC terminal Fig.2 Control panel 2.3 ECON switch ON: Engine speed is kept at economical state automatically to minimize the fuel consumption while in operation.
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3500W Digital Generator 2.4 LCD screen and operation button LCD screen DISP DC switch LCD screen back light Alarm clear AC switch Fig.3 LCD screen and operation button LCD screen displays the AC/DC output state and the wattages of electrical load. The AC/DC output is kept in OFF (no output) when the engine is started.
Owner’s Manual 3.PRE-OPERATION CHECK 3.1 Check the engine oil level. Using nondetergent oil or 2-stroke engine oil could shorten the engine's service life. Use high-detergent, premium quality 4-stroke engine oil, certified to meet or exceed U.S. automobile manufacturer's requirements for APL Service Classification SG, SF. Select the appropriate viscosity for the average temperature in your area.
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3500W Digital Generator Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine damage. The Low Oil Alert System will automatically stop the engine before the oil level falls below the safe limit . However, to avoid the inconvenience of an unexpected shutdown, it is still advisable to visually inspect the oil level regularly.
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Owner’s Manual Gasoline containing alcohol If you decide to use a gasoline containing alcohol (gasohol), be sure its octance rating is at least as high as being recommended by us. There are two types of "gasohol": one containing ethanol, and the other containing methanol. Do not use gasohol that contains more than 10% ethanol.
3500W Digital Generator 4.STARTING THE ENGINE When starting the generator after adding fuel for the first time, 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.
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Owner’s Manual 4.3 Turn the engine switch to ON position. Fig.9 4.4.1 Press the start button until the engine has started. See Fig.10(a). 4.4.2 Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt, then pull the starter grip briskly toward the arrow as shown in Fig.10(b). Fig.10(a) Fig.10(b) Do not allow the starter grip to snap back.
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3500W Digital Generator 4.5 Push the choke knob back as the engine warms up, see Fig.11. Choke knob Fig.11 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 and readjusting the pilot screws.
Owner’s Manual 5.GENERATOR USE To prevent electrical shock from faulty appliances, the generator should be grounded. Connect a length of heavy wire 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.
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3500W Digital Generator 5.1 AC applications 1.Confirm that the appliance to be used is switched off, and plug in the appliance. 2.Start the engine and press the AC button and make sure the output indicator light (green) comes on. DISP AC button Fig.13 Substantial overloading that continuously lights the overload indicator (yellow) may damage...
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Owner’s Manual When an electric motor is started, both the overload indicator (yellow) and the operation indicator (green) may go on simultaneously. This is normal if the overload indicator (yellow) goes off after about 4 seconds.If the overload indicator (yellow) stays on,consult your dealer. 5.3 DC application The DC terminals may be used for charging 12 volt automotive-type batteries only.
3500W Digital Generator 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. 6.STOPPING THE ENGINE To stop the engine in an emergency, turn the engine switch OFF.
Owner’s Manual 7.MAINTENANCE The purpose of the maintenance and adjustment schedule is to keep the generator in the best operating condition. Shut off the engine before performing any maintenance. If the engine needs to be operated, make sure the area is well ventilated. Exhaust contains poisonous gases. Use our genuine parts or the equivalent.
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3500W Digital Generator 7.2 Changing oil Drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and complete draining. Upper level Oil dipstick Lower level Oil drain bolt Fig.15 1. Open the access door. 2. Take out the oil outlet plug. 3.
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Owner’s Manual 1.Turn the access door knob left 1/4 turn, open the access door. Then remove the two side covers and the rear cover. 2. Unsnap the clips, remove the air filter cover. 3. Remove the sponge element from the air filter cover. Wash the sponge element in a solution of household detergent and warm water, then rinse thoroughly, or wash in nonflammable or high flash point solvent.
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3500W Digital Generator 5. Visually inspect the spark plug.Discard it if the insulator is cracked or chipped.Clean the spark plug with a wire brush if it is to be reused. 6. Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge. The gap should be 0.02-0.03in. Correct as necessary by carefully bending the side electrode. Plug gap Fig.18 7.
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Owner’s Manual 7.5 Spark arrester maintenance Spark arrester Fig.19 If the generator has been running, the muffler will be very hot. Allow it to cool before proceeding. The spark arrester must be serviced every 500 hours to maintain its efficiency. 1.
3500W Digital Generator 8.TRANSPORTING/STORAGE 8.1 When transporting the generator, turn the fuel valve lever OFF and keep the generator level to prevent fuel spillage. 8.2 Before storing the unit for an extended period: 1. Be sure the storage area is free of excessive humidity and dust. 2.
Owner’s Manual 9.TROUBLE SHOOTING 1) When the engine will not start: Is there fuel in the tank? Refill the tank . Is the fuel reaching the carburetor? Let the fuel inpour the carburetor. Is the engine switch on? Turn the engine switch on. Is the fuel valve on? Turn the fuel valve on .
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3500W Digital Generator 2) Appliance does not operate: Is the operation indicator light ON ? Is the short circuit indicator Take the generator to an authorized light ON ? dealer. Check the electrical appliance Take the generator to an authorized dealer.
Owner’s Manual 10.SPECIFICATIONS APG3105 Model Rated frequency(Hz) Rated output voltage (V) Rated output current (A) Rated speed (r/min) 3350 Rated output power (KVA) Max output power (KVA) DC output DC voltage (V) 12V/8.3A Electric circuit fuse with Engine Engine model...
Owner’s Manual 12.WHEEL KIT The unit comes with the rubber pad already installed. If you wish to install the wheel kit, please perform the following procedure: a. Uninstall the four rubber pads at the bottom of the chassis. b. Install the flange nut and universal wheel, then repeat it until four wheels are installed. flange nut universal wheel Fig.22...
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3500W Digital Generator APA Part No. Description Part No. APG3105-41-BOLD Econ switch APG3105-42-BOLD Control panel APG3105-43-BOLD Bolt APG3105-44-BOLD Fuel valve lever APG3105-45-BOLD Cabel APG3105-46-BOLD Indicator APG3105-47-BOLD DC terminal APG3105-48-BOLD AC receptacle APG3105-49-BOLD Control panel film APG3105-50-BOLD Front cover APG3105-51-BOLD Bolt...
Owner’s Manual Limited Warranty All-Power America warrants to the original purchaser who uses the product in a consumer application (personal, residential or household usage) that all products covered under this warranty are free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase.
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Owners Manual(s) supplied with the product, improper maintenance, the use of accessories or attachments not recommended by All-Power America, or unauthorized repair or alterations. •...
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