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- Page 1 PORTABLE GENERATOR Owner’s Manual SC2500i DO NOT RETURN TO STORE! CALL US FIRST 855-888-3598 FOR SUPPORT Model# 802012 REV00 Model: Serial: Date Purchased: SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE P/N: 32082-00000-00...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Maintenance And Storage....20 Introduction..........1 Safety............1 Maintenance Schedule......20 General Safety Precautions....2 Engine Maintenance......20 Unpacking the Generator.......7 Engine Oil Level Check.......20 Change Engine Oil......21 Parts Included........7 Controls and Features......8 Air Filter Maintenance......22 Control Panel Features......9 Spark Plug Maintenance.....22 Specifications........11 Valve Clearance........22 Cleaning the Spark Arrestor....23 CO WATCH-GUARD......12... -
Page 3: Introduction
Service at 855-888-3598, or which are known to the State of California to cause www.a-ipower.com for starting, operating and cancer and birth defects orother reproductive harm. servicing procedures. The owner is responsible for To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, and proper maintenance and safe use of the unit. -
Page 4: General Safety Precautions
Asphyxiation Electric Shock Fire Hazard Hazard Hazard Hot Surface. Explosion Moving Parts Do Not Touch the Surface. Hazard Hazard Burn Hazard Operator’s Manual Kickback GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Operate this product ONLY outside far away from windows, doors and vents to reduce the risk of Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. -
Page 5: Incorrect Usage
CORRECT USAGE Example location to reduce risk of carbon monoxide poisoning • ONLY use outside and downwind, far away from windows, doors and vents. • Direct exhaust away from occupied spaces. INCORRECT USAGE Do not operate in any of the following locations: •... - Page 6 WARNING NOTICE DO NOT lay the generator on its side when moving, Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) storing or operating. Oil may leak and damage the will pull hand and arm toward engine engine or your property. faster than you can let go which could cause broken bones, fractures, bruises, WHEN STARTING THE GENERATOR or sprains resulting in serious injury.
- Page 7 • It is a violation of California Public Resource Code, DANGER Section 4442, to use or operate the engine on any Contact with terminals, bare wires and forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered electrical connections when generator land unless the exhaust system is equipped with a is running will result in death or serious spark arrester, as defined in Section 4442, injury.
- Page 8 • DO NOT tamper with governor spring, links or other WARNING parts to increase engine speed. Generator supplies Medical and Life Support Uses. correct rated frequency and voltage when running • In case of emergency, call 911 immediately. at governed speed. •...
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Page 9: Unpacking The Generator
UNPACKING THE GENERATOR • Open carton completly. Remove and verify carton content prior to assembly. Your generator ships with following items. • Call our customer service at 855-888-3598 with the unit model and serial number for any missing item. • Record model, serial number, and date of purchase on front cover of this munual for your own record. -
Page 10: Controls And Features
CONTROLS AND FE ATURES 10 11 1 - Recoil Starter 7 - Muffler/Spark Arrester 2 - Carrying Handle 8 - Wheel 3 - Fuel Cap Vent Lever 9 - Starting Dial Switch 4 - Fuel Cap 10 - Control Panel 5- Telescopic Handle 11 - Panel LED Light 6 - Maintenance Cover... -
Page 11: Control Panel Features
CONTROL PANEL FEATURES 1. Low Idle Switch: Low idle switch minimizes fuel 8. 120V AC, 30A Twist Lock outlet, single phase, 60 consumption and noise by adjusting the engine speed Hz Outlet (NEMA L5-30R):This receptacle can provide to the minimum required for the current load. 120 volt output up to 30 amps. - Page 12 CONTROL PANEL FEATURES LED Data Center 1. Power Meter: Displays power output from generator 4. Oil Warning Indicator LED (Red): Illuminates when being used. the engine oil level falls below the safe operating level and the generator will automatically shut off the engine. 2.
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Page 13: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS SC2500i Model Number 802012 Starting Watts 2500W Running Watts 2000W Rated AC Voltage 120V Rated DC Voltage 5V and 12V 60HZ Rated Frequency Phase Single Neutral Floating Grounding System (AC) Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke OHV Air Cooled Engine Displacement... -
Page 14: Co Watch-Guard
CO WATCH-GUARD Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection and Auto Shutoff System Your Generator is equipped with Carbon Monoxide (CO) WATCH-GUARD detect system for your protection and safety. This detecting and shutoff system monitors for the accumulation of poisonous CO gas around the generator produced by engine exhaust when the generator is running. - Page 15 The generator is shutoff automatically and the yellow light will blink for at least five minutes after shutoff. Call A-iPower Customer Service 855-888-3598 for repair. Do not use the generator until the sensor is working properly. The CO WATCH-GUARD must only be serviced by qualified technician to restore it to original settings.
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Page 16: Add Engine Oil
Add Engine Oil NOTICE We recommend using SAE 10W-30 APISJ oil for We consider the first 5 hours of run time to be the best performance. Other high-quality detergent oils break-in period for the unit. During the break in (APISJ or higher) are acceptable. Do not use special period stay at or below 50% of the running watt additives. -
Page 17: Operation At High Altitude
To operate at high altitudes A-iPower • If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting can provide a high altitude carburetor main jet. The engine. -
Page 18: Operation
OPERATION Generator Location Install UL1449, CSA-listed, plug-in surge suppressors on the outlets feeding your sensitive WARNING equipment. Surge suppressors come in single- or multi-outlet Make sure you review each warning in order to styles. They’re designed to protect against virtually prevent fire hazard. -
Page 19: Connecting Electrical Loads
Connecting Electrical Loads 6. Pull recoil starter slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly. This unit has been pretested and adjusted to handle its full capacity. Before starting the generator, disconnect all loads. Apply load only after generator is running. Voltage is regulated via the engine speed adjusted at the factory for correct output. -
Page 20: Stopping The Engine
NOTE: WARNING LOW IDLE minimizes fuel consumption and noise by adjusting the engine speed (RPM) to the minimum required for the current load. Turn LOW IDLE Switch to ON position when powering small appliances with Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and continuous loads such as a computer or electric light. -
Page 21: Do Not Overload Generator
Parallel Operation (2 x SC2500i Models) 2. Both generators to be turned off and all electrical loads disconnected before paralleling operation. WARNING Fire and electrocution hazard. Never connect or disconnect the parallel cord leads when a generator is running. Do not parallel more than two generators. -
Page 22: Maintenance And Storage
7. Plug in and turn on the desired 120 AC, single phase, 60Hz electrical loads. It is better to attach the item with largest load first. The total power of 3240W may be drawn from L5-30R (30A-120V) outlet. Always unplug all loads before stopping the generators. -
Page 23: Change Engine Oil
Change Engine Oil NOTICE Change engine oil per maintenance schedule. Always use the specified engine oil. Failure to use the If you are using your generator under extremely dirty specified engine oil can cause accelerated wear or dusty conditions, or in extremely hot weather, and/or shorten the life of the engine. -
Page 24: Air Filter Maintenance
NOTE: 6. Measure plug gap. The correct gap is 0.028-0.031 Please use an approved container to catch and in. (0.7-0.8 mm). To widen gap, if necessary, recycle the used oil. carefully bend the ground (top) electrode. To lessen gap, gently tap ground electrode on a hard If contaminated or deteriorated oil is used or the surface. -
Page 25: Cleaning The Spark Arrestor
Intake Valve Exhaust Valve Valve 0.003~0.004 inch 0.003~0.004 inch Clearance 0.08~0.11 mm 0.08~0.11 mm Torque 10-12 N·M 10-12 N·M NOTICE Checking and adjusting valve clearance must be done when the engine is cold. Cleaning the Spark Arrestor 1. Allow the engine to cool completely before servicing the spark arrestor. -
Page 26: Draining The Float Bowl
3 - Allow the generator to cool a minimum of 30 DRAINING THE FLOAT BOWL minutes and then drain the carburetor float bowl. 1. Turn the fuel tank valve to the OFF position. 4 - Clean the generator and store in a cool, dry and 2. -
Page 27: Trouble Shooting
TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Engine is running, 1. AC Circuit breaker is open. 1. Check AC load and reset circuit breaker. but no AC output is 2. Fault in generator. 2. Contact customer service or authorized service center. available. -
Page 28: Parts Diagram And Parts List
PARTS DIAGRAM AND PARTS LIST SC2500i PARTS DIAGRAM Page 26... -
Page 29: Parts List
Parts List Part Number Description Qty. Part Number Description Qty. 20114-06856-00 Control panel assembly 33191-00130-00 Motor cover 30111-00008-00 Screw M5*10 30101-00530-00 Hexagon flange bolt M6*30 30111-00088-00 Screw M5*14 34006-00016-00 Locating pin lock clamp 33013-00128-00 Inverter intake cover 31026-00060-00 Flameout switch assembly 31026-00087-00 Starting dial switch 31026-00089-00... -
Page 30: Circuit Diagram
Circuit Diagram Page 28... -
Page 31: Warranty
Warranty Term ups resulting from improper maintenance. A-iPower will provide warranty for any of its products Additional exclusions - this warranty does not cover purchased through any authorized AiPower dealer in wearable parts such as filers, spark plugs, o-rings, North America to the original purchaser and will be batteries etc. - Page 32 Warranty limits and Implications and Consequential Damages A-iPower is not obligated to cover any loss of time, use of product, freight cost, or any other incidental or consequential claim from the use of this product. This warranty is in Lieu of all other warranties, express or implied.
- Page 34 Fontana, CA 92337 USA Phone: 855-888-3598 support@a-ipower.com www.a-ipower.com...
- Page 35 A-iPOWER WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM Register your product by emailing this form to support@a-ipower.com or register on-line at: www.a-ipower.com. Registering your product is important , it provides the following protections: 1. You have record of product purchased 2. Customer Service can Better serve you for Warranty related issues...
- Page 36 Fontana, CA 92337 USA Phone: 855-888-3598 support@a-ipower.com www.a-ipower.com...
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