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MCR5000119003_EN
05-2023
Use and Maintenance Manual
D5262270
Inverter Generator
GE 3500 MI
Original instructions

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  • Page 1 MCR5000119003_EN 05-2023 Use and Maintenance Manual D5262270 Inverter Generator GE 3500 MI Original instructions...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Maintenance precautions ......................... 11 2.11 Precautions for disposal of waste material ..................12 2.12 Disposal of the machine ........................12 Technical data ..........................13 GE 3500 MI technical data .......................13 Electrical diagram ..........................14 Description ............................15 Main components ..........................15 Control panel components ........................16 4.2.1 Explanation of control panel components ................17...
  • Page 4 Contents Operation ............................23 Connection to a home system ......................23 Total load ............................24 Simultaneous use of alternating current and direct current supply ........... 24 Grounding ............................25 Checks before start-up ........................26 Starting and stopping the engine ......................26 6.6.1 Starting the engine ......................26 Alternating current operation (AC) ....................29 Direct current operation (DC) ......................30 6.8.1...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    1. Introduction Introduction Foreword This manual supplies the Operator and qualified and authorised Technicians with technical information on the GE 3500 MI Inverter generator (hereinafter also referred to as the "machine") produced by MOSA Div. of BCS S.p.A. (hereinafter also referred to as the "manufacturer"). In this manual, the Operator in charge and the qualified Technicians will find the indications for: • Getting familiar with the safety measures and basic standards to be adopted, to prevent hazards and damage to people, to the machine and to the environment.

  • Page 6: Customer Service

    1. Introduction Customer service The Technical Assistance and Spare Parts Service are available to the Customers. MOSA recommends that you contact the nearest authorised service centre for specialised intervention for all control and overhaul operations. In order to obtain quick and effective responses, indicate the Model and Serial Number shown on the identifi- cation plate (see “1.8 Identification data”).

  • Page 7: Identification Data

    28.5kg Power Factor IP23M IP Grade Year of manifacture 2022 BCS S.p.A. Viale Europa 59 - 20090 Cusago (MI) ITALY - www.mosa.it D5262590 A - Manufacturer 's data B - Machine data C - Machine technical data • Model: model • Rated Power: Rated power - kW • Reference technical standard •...

  • Page 8: Sound Power Level

    1. Introduction Sound power level The sound power level of the Inverter generator is given on the decal applied in the area indicated in the figure. D5262600 The value indicates the guaranteed sound power level in compliance with Directive 2000/14/EC. •...

  • Page 9: Safety

    2. Safety Safety Safety information Always respect the warnings contained in this manual and present on the decal applied to the machine. This allows the machine to be used safely, avoiding damage to property and injury or death to people. The following words and symbols were used to identify important safety messages.

  • Page 10: Positioning Of Safety Decal And Information

    2. Safety Positioning of safety decal and information D5262610 2.2.1 Decal explanation • Pos. 1 - Attention! High temperature. Do not touch! To avoid burns due to contact with hot parts, stop the engine and wait until it has sufficiently cooled down. G8812G1301000 • Pos. 2 - Refer to the manual While using this machine, beware of the danger of fires, explosions, inhalation of toxic gases and burns due to high temperature. Refer to the instruction manual and follow the safety instructions described.
  • Page 11 2. Safety • Pos. 4 - Access cover for engine oil control, top-up and replacement. G8806E0102000 • Pos. 5 - Starting procedure. G8821G3101000 • Pos. 6 - For disposal, comply with Directive 2012/19/EU on waste of electric and electronic equipment (WEEE). G8824G0507000 •...

  • Page 12: General Precautions

    2. Safety General precautions Any errors during use, checks or maintenance could cause the risk of injury, even serious • Before performing the operations, read this manual and the decals applied to the machine and follow the warn- ings. If you don't understand any part of the manual, ask your Safety Officer for explanations.

  • Page 13: Fire Prevention

    2. Safety Fire prevention 2.4.1 Fire due to fuel, oil • Avoid approaching any flame to flammable substances such as fuel and oil. • Do not smoke or use open flames near flammable sub- stances. • Stop the machine before refuelling. • Make sure not to spill flammable substances on over- heated surfaces or on parts of the electrical system. • After refuelling, remove any spills and tighten all filling caps tightly. D5260090 •...

  • Page 14: Precautions For Electric Connections

    2. Safety hazard. Place the machine at a safe distance from fuel tanks, from flammable material (rags, paper, etc.), from chemicals. Follow the instructions of the competent authorities. • To limit potentially dangerous situations, isolate the area around the machine, thus preventing any unau- thorized personnel from getting close to it. • Although the machines produced comply with the regulations on electromagnetic compatibility, do not place the machine near equipment influenced by the presence of magnetic fields.

  • Page 15: Precautions During Fuel And Engine Oil Filling

    2. Safety Precautions during fuel and engine oil filling • Fuel and engine oil are flammable. Refill with the engine off. • Refuel only outdoors or in well-ventilated environments. • Do not smoke or use naked flames during refuelling. • Do not fuel with the engine running or hot. • Clean and dry any leaks of engine oil and fuel before restarting the machine.

  • Page 16: Precautions For Disposal Of Waste Material

    2. Safety 2.11 Precautions for disposal of waste material • Be sure to store the waste liquid in containers or tanks. • Do not discharge the oil directly into the soil or sewage system, rivers, seas or lakes. • When disposing of harmful waste such as oil, fuel, cool- ant, solvents, filters and batteries, follow current laws and regulations.

  • Page 17: Technical Data

    3. Technical data Technical data GE 3500 MI technical data Generator Type Silenced inverter Maximum Power 3.4 kW Rated power 3.2 kW Rated voltage 1~ 230 Vac Rated current 13.9 A Rated frequency 50 Hz Power factor Quality class - Output G1 (ISO 8528) Performance class - Output...

  • Page 18: Electrical Diagram

    3. Technical data Electrical diagram D5262730...

  • Page 19: Description

    4. Description Description The Inverter generator is a machine that transforms the mechanical energy generated by a engine into a source of electrical energy with alternating current for powering lighting sources, small appliances and tools, and with direct current for charging batteries. Main components D5262280 Transport handle...

  • Page 20: Control Panel Components

    4. Description Control panel components D5262290 Indication and alarm display Engine speed adjustment switch (ESC) Direct current protection (DC) AC reset button (overload) DC socket Ground terminal USB socket Alternating current socket (AC) Parallel output 10 - Multifunction switch (OFF - ON /fuel tap - choke) 11 - Electric start button (START)

  • Page 21: Explanation Of Control Panel Components

    4. Description 4.2.1 Explanation of control panel components 1 - Indication display The display shows the following instructions: • Red indicator light (a) low engine oil level alarm. Indicates that the oil is below the minimum level. If engine is running, it stops. If the engine is stopped, it inhibits starting. •...
  • Page 22 4. Description 2 - Engine speed adjustment switch (ESC) • Pos. ON. When this switch is in the ON position, the engine speed is adjusted according to the connected load, improving consumption and noise. • Pos. OFF. When the switch is in the OFF position, the engine speed is set at 3600 rpm. It is recommended to leave the switch in this position when connecting devices that require a high load at start-up.
  • Page 23 4. Description 7 - USB sockets USB sockets for charging mobile devices D5262650 8 - Alternating current sockets (AC) AC electric device connection sockets D5262670 9 - Parallel output Output for parallel connection of two current generators. D5262680 10 - Multi-function switch •...
  • Page 24 4. Description NOTES:...

  • Page 25: Delivery, Unpacking And Installation

    If this occurs, immediately inform the transport company and write down the "Conditional Acceptance” clause in the delivery note. • In the event that, at the time of delivery, significant damage is found, caused during transport, together with any missing parts that may be found, promptly notify MOSA Div. of BCS S.p.A. Unpacking • Unloading of the packaging must be carried out with the utmost care, using lifting equipment of a suitable capaci- ty (e.g.
  • Page 26 Rated Voltage 230V Quality Class Maximum Power 3.4kW Rated Current 13.9A Performance Class Rated Frequency 50Hz Mass Weight 28.5kg Power Factor IP Grade IP23M Year of manifacture 2022 BCS S.p.A. Viale Europa 59 - 20090 Cusago (MI) ITALY - www.mosa.it D5262700...

  • Page 27: Operation

    6. Operation Operation WARNING • Before positioning and starting the machine, read section “2. Safety” carefully. • Do not overload the generator because it may get damaged. • When powering precision equipment, electronic controllers, computers, microcomputer-based equipment or chargers, keep the generator at a sufficient distance to avoid electromagnetic interference caused by the engine.

  • Page 28: Total Load

    6. Operation Improper connection D5262370 Total load Make sure that the total load is within the power of the generator. Alternating current load (AC) Purely resistive loads (e.g. incandescent lamps, electric re- Power factor: 1 Rated power: ≤ 3200 W sistance stoves, electric water heaters, irons) Loads with high starting current (e.g.

  • Page 29: Grounding

    6. Operation Example • Rated output of the generator: 3200 W Frequency Power factor Rated power ≤ 3200 W Alternating current (AC) 0.8 - 0.95 ≤ 2560 W 0.4 - 0.75 ≤ 1280 W Direct current (DC) ≤ 99 W The sum of the powers of the individual equipment supplied must not ≤ 3200 W exceed the rated power of the generator Grounding...

  • Page 30: Checks Before Start-Up

    6. Operation Checks before start-up WARNING • The machine is shipped without engine oil. Before starting the machine, fill it with oil. For the details, see “7. Maintenance”. 1 - Check the oil and fuel levels. For details, see “7.2 Fuel” and “7.3 Engine oil”. 2 - Check that there are no oil and fuel leaks.
  • Page 31 6. Operation 4 - Pull start. Pull the start handle until you feel resistance, then pull vigorously in the arrow’s direction. Gently return the starter handle to its position, without hitting the engine. D5262400 5 - Electric start. Press the electric start button and wait for the engine to start.
  • Page 32 6. Operation Stopping the engine WARNING • In case of emergency, turn the multi-function switch to the OFF position. 1 - Disconnect or turn off any load connected to the gener- ator, Important • Allow the engine to cool down by letting it run for about 60 seconds with no loads attached before stopping it.

  • Page 33: Alternating Current Operation (Ac)

    6. Operation Alternating current operation (AC) WARNING • Check that all the electrical equipment, including the lines and the sockets, are in good condi- tion before connecting them to the generator, and that the load current of the socket is suitable for the nominal current of the socket.

  • Page 34: Direct Current Operation (Dc)

    6. Operation Direct current operation (DC) 6.8.1 Charging a battery WARNING • Lead batteries generate hydrogen gas and are dangerous because they could cause explo- sions. While charging the battery, wear protective gloves and goggles, do not smoke and do not move material that could generate sparks close to the unit.

  • Page 35: Connecting In Parallel Mode

    • Connect the parallel box only to the MOSA inverter generators. The generators must be of the same model. Example: GE 3500 MI with another GE 3500MI • Do not disconnect the parallel cables while the generator is running and the power cables are connected.

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    6. Operation The display will indicate the current and the total power delivered by the generator, that is, both the one delivered through the parallel box and the one delivered by the on-board sockets. • If the AC overload protection is tripped on one of the two generators, all the load connected to the par- allel box is transferred to the other generator;...

  • Page 37: Maintenance

    7. Maintenance Maintenance WARNING • Before proceeding with maintenance, carefully read section “2. Safety”. • Place the generator on a level surface and remove the spark plug cap. for details see “7.6 Checking and replacing the spark plug”. Ordinary Maintenance Schedule Service interval Description Page...

  • Page 38: Fuel

    7. Maintenance Fuel Only use gasoline and fill the tank with clean fuel. 1 - Stop the engine and wait for it to cool down. 2 - Rotate the tank cap (1) counter-clockwise and remove it. D5262440 3 - Fill the fuel tank up to the red line (2) of the maximum level (Max.), and immediately dry any spilled fuel.
  • Page 39 7. Maintenance 3 - Remove the engine fill cap (2) and wipe the oil level dipstick (3) with a cloth. 4 - Insert the cap (2) into the filler neck without screwing it in, and remove it again to check the oil level on the dipstick (3). D5262470 5 - If the oil level is near or below the lower limit mark (Min.), Min.

  • Page 40: Engine Air Filter

    7. Maintenance Engine air filter WARNING • If the generator runs in rooms with a lot of dust, clean the air filter every 10 hours and replace it every 25 hours. 7.4.1 Cleaning 1 - Remove the screws (1) and the cover (2). D5262480 2 - Remove the screw (3) and the cover (4).

  • Page 41: Cleaning The Spark Guard

    7. Maintenance Cleaning the spark guard WARNING • Wait for the engine to cool down before performing this maintenance operation. 1 - Remove the screws (1) and the cover (2). D5262510 2 - Loosen the bolt (3) and remove the cap (4) and the grid (5).

  • Page 42: Checking And Replacing The Spark Plug

    7. Maintenance Checking and replacing the spark plug 1 - Remove the screw (1), remove the cover (2), and re- move the spark plug cap. D5262550 2 - Use the wrench supplied and unscrew the spark plug. 3 - Use a brass brush to remove soot and dirt and run a damp cloth to remove any residue.

  • Page 43: Storage

    7. Maintenance 2 - Remove the filter (2), rinse it with gasoline and remove the residue with a cloth. 3 - Insert the filter and tighten the cap (1) securely. D5262580 Storage • Carefully clean the fairings and all other machine parts. • If the machine is not used for more than 30 days, make sure that the machine is protected from heat sources and from weather phenomena that can cause rust, corrosion of the components and damage to the machine.
  • Page 44 7. Maintenance NOTES:...
  • Page 46 MOSA div. della BCS S.p.A. Viale Europa, 59 20047 Cusago (Milano) Italy Tel.+39 - 0290352.1 Fax +39 - 0290390466 www.mosa.it...

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