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GENMAX GENERATOR INVERTER GENERATOR USER'S MANUAL GM3000iA Portable Inverter Generator WARNING: SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE This manual contains important information regarding safety. Operation, maintenance and storage of this product. Before use, read carefully and understand all cautions, warnings, instructions and product labels. Failure to do...
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DISCLAIMERS: All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publishing. The illustrations used in this manual are intended as representative reference views only. Moreover, because of our continuous product improvement policy, we may modify information, illustrations and/or specifications to explain and/or exemplify a product, service or maintenance improvement.
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DESCRIPTION OF FITTINGS Spark Plug Socket Wrench Dual-Purpose Screwdriver Funnel Phillips and slot blade Used in spark plug maintenance, screwdriver used for generator It's used to oil the generator. inspection, and installation. maintenance. 450ml 10W30 Oil Be sure to add oil before starting the generator.
2. WHO GIVES THIS WARRANTY (WARRANTOR): CHONGQING DINKING POWER MACHINERY CO., LTD 3. WHO RECEIVES THIS WARRANTY(PURCHASER):The original purchaser (other than for purposes of resale) of the Genmax's inverter. 4. WHAT PRODUCTS ARE COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY: Any portable generator supplied or manufactured by Warrantor.
TABLE OF CONTENTS LIMITED WARRANTY SAFETY WARNING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS NAMES OF COMPONENTS CONTROL FUNCTIONS PREPARATIONS 1.Fuel............................11 2.Oil..............................11 3.Pre-Operation Inspection......................12 STARTING UP THE GENERATOR SHUTTING DOWN THE GENERATOR USING THE GENERATOR 1.Service Environment of the Generator..................16 2.Generator Wiring........................16 3.Generator Grounding.........................17 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 1.Spark Plug Inspection.......................19 2.Adjustment of the Carburetor.....................20 3.Replacement of Oil........................20...
SAFETY WARNING Personal and property safeties of you and others are very vital. Please read the Safety Warning in the User's Manual and the decals of the generator set carefully.The Safety Warning can alert you to those potential hazards that could harm you and others. In front of each Safety Warning, there is one of four words "DANGER"...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Before operating the generator, it will help you avoid accidents to read and understand the Manual and familiarize yourself with the safe operation procedures of the generator. Please do not use in humid Please do not use indoors environment Please do not connect it to Please do not smoke when refueling...
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY LABELS AND DECALS 77 ℉/25℃...
NAMES OF COMPONENTS ① Fuel Tank Cap: Open the fuel tank cap and fill with ⑨ Spark Plug Access Cover: Remove the cover to proper amount of gasoline. service the spark plug. ② Recoil Handle: Pull to start the engine. ⑩...
① Low Idle Switch: When turned to the ON position, same type generators with special parallel kit the engine will sense the load needed and run at a GM6000SPK sold by GENMAX. The connector sockets slower RPM to save fuel. is only used to connect two inverter generators. They ②...
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CONTROL FUNCTIONS DIGITAL DISPLAY CENTER AUTOMATIC ROTATING DIGITAL DISPLAY(scroll once every 5 s) ① OVERLOAD: Red light means the machine ⑥ VOLTS: Voltage display. overload. ⑦ Hz: Frequency display. ② OUTPUT: Indicates the inverter is ready to be used. ⑧ AMPS: Current display. ③...
PREPARATIONS Fuel DANGER • Fuel is flammable and toxic, please read the Safety Instruction carefully before refueling; • Do not fuel too full, otherwise fuel will spill after fuel tank is warmed; • After refueling, confirm that the fuel tank cap has been tightened. ATTENTION •...
PREPARATIONS Pre-use Inspection WARNING Even if the generator is not in service, its important component may suddenly fails. Before the generator is started up, if any of following components is unable to work properly, please inspect and repair carefully. Tip: The condition of the generator shall be inspected before using every time. Pre-operation inspection Project Possible Causes...
STARTING UP THE GENERATOR Make sure the generator is on a solid, flat, level surface. Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. Never start or stop the generator with electrical devices plugged in or turned on ; Press the LOW IDLE Switch to "OFF"; Turn the Multi-Switch to "START";...
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STARTING UP THE GENERATOR AT T EN T ION For gasoline starting in standard ambient temperature >59°F(15°C): Keep Multi-Switch in “START” position for three pulls of the recoil cord. If generator does not start after three pulls, rotate the Multi-Switch to the “RUN” position for the next three pulls.
SHUTTING DOWN THE GENERATOR Turn off and unplug all connected electrical loads. Never start or stop the generator with electrical devices plugged in or turned on. Turn the Multi-Switch to "STOP". Remove or consume all untreated gasoline if you plan to store the generator longer than 3 months.
USING THE GENERATOR Service Environment of the Generator • Applicable temperature: 23℉~104℉ (-5°C~ 40°C); • Applicable humidity: below 95%; • Applicable altitude: regions below 1,500 m (It shall be used by reducing power in regions above 1,000 m). Standard atmospheric condition •...
USING THE GENERATOR Connection of AC power WARNING All electrical equipment shall be disconnected before inserting the plug. ATTENTION • Make sure that all electrical equipment, including wires and plugs, are in good condition before connecting to the generator; • Make sure that all loads driven by the generator are within rated load range; •...
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Good maintenance and service is the best guarantee for safe, economical and zero-failure operation. It also contributes to environmental protection. In order to keep the generator in good condition, you must inspect and maintain it regularly. The maintenance schedule is as follows: Then every three Maintenance cycle...
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE WARNING Please shut down the engine first before performing any maintenance. The engine shall be placed in a horizontal position. In order to prevent the engine from starting up, separate spark plug cap shall be separated from spark plug. Do not use it indoors or use it in a tunnel, cave or other places ventilated poorly.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Install the spark plugs in reverse order of removal. Spark plug torque: 14±1N.m(123.9±8.8in-lb) Tip: If there is no torque wrench when installing the spark plug, a better estimation method is to screw it 1/4-1/2 turns by force after screwing it in place, but the spark plug shall be screwed to specified torque as soon as possible. Adjustment of the Carburetor The carburetor is an important components of the engine.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Place an oil pan under the engine, tilt the generator to quickly pour out oil; After discharging the oil, put the generator back on level ground. Refill oil to a proper level, tighten oil dipstick, cover external cover plate and tighten the knob. Don't go over the scale Recommended oil: SAE S10W/30 Oil grade: API standard Model SJ or higher...
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 1. Reassemble empty air cleaner cap back to original position, and tighten screws. 2. Assemble right exterior cover and tighten knob. Fuel Filter Screen WARNING Be sure not to open fuel tank of the generator in a place where smoking or with flame. 1.
STORAGE AND TRANSPORT Generator Storage If it is stored long-term, in order to prevent aging, you shall take some storage measures. Shut down generator. Open fuel tank cap, to take out fuel filter screen. Pump all fuel in fuel tank into special fuel tank, and then reassemble fuel tank cap back.
STORAGE AND TRANSPORT Gently pull startup handle until you feel resistance, allowing both inlet valve and exhaust valve to be closed. Place the generator set in a clean and dry area. Generator transport • When the generator set is transported, it shall be ensured that there is no fuel spilling; •...
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