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- Page 1 Portable inverter gasoline generator series Owner’s Manual Original instruction EP2200i EP2500i EP2500iC ECOUS POWER SYSTEMS, INC. 801 S Figueroa, St #1000, Los Angeles, CA, USA 90017...
- Page 2 Portable inverter gasoline generator series Owner’s Manual Introduction Thank you for your purchasing of our generator. This manual will provide you with a basic understanding of the operation and maintenance of this machine. If you have any question regarding to the operation or maintenance of your machine, please consult your local dealer.
- Page 3 NOTE: The manufacturer continually seeks advancements in product design and quality, therefore, although this manual contains latest products information when printed, there may be minor discrepancies in actual machine. There are also some changes in machine for different countries according to various requirement and regulations. If there is any question regarding to this manual, please consult your local dealer.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
INDEX WARRANTY ......................6 LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS…..............6 SYMBOL MEANING ..................8 SAFETY INFORMATION ..................9 POISONOUS EXHAUST HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND POISONOUS FUEL ... 10 HOT ENGINE AND MUFFLER ................11 ELECTRIC SHOCK PREVENTION ..............11 EXTENSION CORD NOTES ................12 CONNECTION NOTES .................. - Page 5 FUEL TANK CAP VENT KNOB ................17 RESET BUTTON ....................17 PRE-OPERATION CHECK ..................17 FUEL ......................18 ENGINE OIL ....................19 GROUND TERMINAL ..................20 OPERATION ......................20 STARTING THE ENGINE .................. 21 APPLICATION RANGE ..................23 AC CONNECTION ................... 24 STOPPING THE ENGINE ..................
- Page 6 STORAGE ......................34 DRAIN THE FUEL .................... 34 ENGINE ......................35 IDENTIFICATION ....................36 WIRE DIAGRAM ....................37 SPECIFICATIONS ....................38...
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Page 7: Warranty
WARRANTY If doubt exists as to the cause and cure of a problem, consult your local authorized dealer. This is extremely important to the generator during the warranty period, as unauthorized, haphazard or improper repairs can void the warranty. Remember that your authorized local dealer has the special tools, techniques, and spare parts necessary for proper repair of your generator. - Page 8 Safety and instruction labels ① ② ③ ④...
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Page 9: Symbol Meaning
SYMBOL MEANING Please understand the meaning of following symbols before operation. (Refer to SAFETY INFORMATION for more details.) The Safety Alert Symbol means： Attention! Become alert! Your safety is involved! Read the manual before operation. Be careful of poisonous exhaust. Never operate the machine in a closed area. -
Page 10: Safety Information
SAFETY INFORMATION ●This generator is not designed for marine-use. Do not use it in a closed vehicle. Do not modify or use the generator when any component removed. Do not allow children to use the generator. Make sure to move the generator only by carrying its handle. -
Page 11: Poisonous Exhaust Highly Flammable And Poisonous Fuel
POISONOUS EXHAUST Never operate the engine in a closed area, or it may cause unconsciousness or death in a short time. Start the engine in a well- ventilated area. HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND POISONOUS FUEL Always shut the engine when refueling. ... -
Page 12: Hot Engine And Muffler
HOT ENGINE AND MUFFLER Place the generator in a place where Pedestrians or children can not reach. During operation, avoid placing any flammable material near the exhaust outlet. Keep the generator at least 1 meter (3 feet) distance from building or other equipments, if not, the generator may be overheated. -
Page 13: Extension Cord Notes
with ground (earth) terminal, and the other end to the ground electrode buried in the ground. ① Ground (earth) terminal EXTENSION CORD NOTES When using a 1.5 mm² extension cord, the cord length should not exceed 60m. When using a 2.5 mm² extension cord, the cord length should not exceed 100m. -
Page 14: Description
WARNING: Before the generator can be connected to a building’s electric system, a licensed electrician must install an isolation (transfer) switch in the building’s main fuse box. The switch is the connection point for generator power and allows selection of generator power or main line power to the building. This will prevent the generator from charging the main power line (back feeding) when the main power supply has failed or has been turned off for a line repair. -
Page 15: Control Panel
CONTROL PANEL ① ECO switch ② USB outlet ③ AC socket ④ Ground (earth)bolt/nut ⑤ Low oil alarm ⑥ Over load alarm ⑦ Output indicator ⑧ Reset button CONTROL FUNCTION MAIN SWITCH ① “OFF”, ignition circuit and fuel supply are off, and engine stops. -
Page 16: Low Oil Alarm (Yellow)
②“OFF” When ECO switch is in position OFF, no matter there is a load connected or not, engine will run at rated speed (5000r/min). NOTE: ECO switch must be in position OFF, when applying to electric devices that require a large starting current, such as compressor or submersible pump, or high-power DC equipment. -
Page 17: Output Indicator (Green)
The overload alarm light (RED) ① will be always ON (Red) when an overload of power of all connected electrical devices is detected. The electrical breaker will activate to stop the power generation in order to protect the generator and connected electric devices. The AC output indicator (Green) will be off, and the overload alarm light (red) will stay on, but the generator will not stop running. -
Page 18: Fuel Tank Cap Vent Knob
FUEL TANK CAP VENT KNOB Fuel tank cap has a vent knob to balance inner and outer pressure of fuel tank, and stop fuel flow. Turn vent knob clockwise from OFF to ON to allow fuel flowing into carburetor so as to run the generator. -
Page 19: Fuel
FUEL WARNING: Fuel for the generator is highly flammable and poisonous. Check SAFETY INFORMATION (see page 9) carefully before refueling. Do not fill above the fuel filter or it may overflow when the fuel heats up later and expands. ... -
Page 20: Engine Oil
ENGINE OIL NOTICE The generator leaves factory without engine oil. Generator will be protected for non-start without sufficient engine oil filled. Do not tilt the generator when filling engine oil, which may result in overfilling and damage to the generator. -
Page 21: Ground Terminal
Engine oil capacity：0.4L (0.42US qt, 0.35Imp qt) GROUND (EARTH) TERMINAL Make sure ground (earth) terminal of generator connected to avoid electric shock. When electric device is applied, generator should connect with earth ground. ①Ground (earth) terminal OPERATION OPERATION CONDITION WARNING: ... -
Page 22: Starting The Engine
NOTICE: Read PRE-OPERATION CHECK (see page 17) carefully before operation of generator. NOTE: Generator can be used at rated output load in standard atmospheric conditions as follows: 25 ℃ Ambient temperature: Atmospheric pressure: 1000KPa Relative humidity 30％ The generator output will differ due to change in temperature, altitude (the higher altitude, the lower air pressure) and humidity. - Page 23 NOTE: No need to use choke cable to start a warm engine. Press the choke button back to original position. 4. Pull slowly on the recoil starter handlebar until it is tightened, and then pull it hard. NOTE: Grasp the generator carrying handle firmly to prevent the generator from falling over when pulling the recoil starter.
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Page 24: Application Range
APPLICATION RANGE When using the generator, please make sure total load is under the range of generator rated output, or the generator may be damaged. 0.4-0.75 Power factor 0.8-0.95 (Efficiency 0.85) 2200i 1800VA 1440VA 612VA 2500i/2500iC 2100VA 1680VA 714VA NOTE: The overload alarm indicator ①... -
Page 25: Ac Connection
Series 2200i 2500i/2500iC Rated Output 1800VA 2100VA 1800 VA 2100VA 1440 VA 1680VA NOTICE Do not overload. The total load of all electrical appliances must not exceed the supply range of the generator. Overloading will damage the generator. When supplying precision equipment, electronic controllers, PCs, electronic computers, microcomputer-based equipment or battery chargers, keep the generator a sufficient distance away to prevent electrical interference from the engine. -
Page 26: Stopping The Engine
NOTE: Make sure generator is connected to ground earth. When electric device is connected to ground earth, generator should connect ground earth. Start the generator. Connect the plug with the AC socket. 3. Make sure the AC output indicator is ON (Green). ①... -
Page 27: Periodic Maintenance
Turn the main switch to position OFF. Turn the vent knob to position OFF to close vent hole, when engine is completely cooled down. ① Vent knob PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Safety is owner’s obligation. Periodic inspection, adjustment and lubrication will keep your generator in long-term, safe and efficient condition. The key points of periodic inspection, adjustment and lubrication are explained on the following pages. -
Page 28: Carburetor Adjustment
Every 6 Pre-operation Every 12 months Item Routine months or check or 300 hour 100 hour Check condition Spark plug ○ Clean and replace if necessary Fuel Check fuel level and leakage ○ Check fuel hose for cracks or damage. Fuel hose ○... -
Page 29: Spark Plug Inspection
SPARK PLUG INSPECTION 1. Remove spark plug cover and spark plug cap. ① Spark plug cover ② Spark plug cap 2. Locate spark plug socket on spark plug, turn it clockwise with wrench, and then disassemble spark plug. ③ Spark plug socket ④... - Page 30 2. Loose screw and remove oil filling cover. ① Screw ② Oil filling cover 3. Remove oil drain plug, place an oil pan under the engine, and tilt the generator to drain the oil completely. ③ Oil drain plug WARNING Load the replaced waste engine oil Into special engine oil pot, and send To professional waste oil disposal.
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Page 31: Flame Retardant Element And Screen
6. Install oil filling cover, and tighten screw. FLAME RETARDANT ELEMENT AND SCREEN WARNING: The engine and muffler will be very hot, after running the engine. Avoid touching engine and muffler directly with any part of your body or clothing during inspection and repair. -
Page 32: Air Filter
NOTICE: When cleaning, use the wire brush lightly to avoid damaging or scratching flame retardant element. 4. Check the flame retardant element and screen. Replace them if damaged. 5. Install flame retardant element and screen into locking cap, and then to muffler, with clamp to tighten them. -
Page 33: Fuel Tank Filter
NOTICE Do not wring out the element sponge or it will be damaged. 5. Insert the element into air filter. NOTE: Be sure the element sealing surface matches the air filter so as not to leak air. NOTICE: Never run the engine without element or it may cause excessive poisonous gas and cylinder wear. -
Page 34: Troubleshooting
4. Install fuel tank cap and tighten it. Assemble fuel outlet pipe in correct position and tighten it with clamp. WARNING: Make sure to tighten fuel tank cap, and fuel pipe clamp. TROUBLESHOOTING Engine will not start. No fuel supplied to combustion chamber. ... -
Page 35: Storage
4. Poor spark Spark plug is dirty with carbon or wet: Remove carbon or wipe and dry spark plug. Check spark plug clearance 0.5~0.7mm: Replace it if there is over tolerance. Faulty ignition system: Consult dealer. Generator has no output Overload, no output from generator ... -
Page 36: Engine
Remove carburetor drain cover, loosen the drain screw on the carburetor float chamber, and drain the fuel from carburetor into an approved gasoline container. ① Drain screw ② Carburetor drain cover Tighten carburetor drain screw, and install carburetor drain cover. WARNING: ... -
Page 37: Identification
Pull the recoil starter until you feel compression and then stop pulling (This prevents the cylinder and valves from rusting). Clean the exterior part of the generator. Store the generator in a dry and well-ventilated place, with a clean cloth covered. -
Page 38: Wire Diagram
WIRE DIAGRAM... -
Page 39: Specifications
SPECIFICATION Item Unit 2200i 2500i/2500iC Engine model LH148F LH148F(G) 4 stroke, air-cooled, single cylinder, Engine type OHV gasoline engine Displacement Engine rated power Engine oil AC rated voltage 230/120 230/120 AC rated current 7.8/15 9.1/17.5 Frequency 50/60 50/60 AC rated output 1800 2100 AC max. - Page 40 ECOUS POWER SYSTEMS, INC.
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