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PORTABLE GENERATOR Owner’s Manual GXS8200D 比例 25.400 DO NOT RETURN TO STORE! CALL US FIRST 855-888-3598 FOR SUPPORT Model# 3221008 REV00 Model: Serial: Date Purchased: SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE P/N: 32082-07689-01...
Table of Contents Introduction..........1 Stopping the Engine (Generator)....23 Safety............1 Low Oil Shutdown........24 General Safety Precautions....2 Do Not Overload Generator....24 Safety And Dataplate Labels....9 Changing Fuels........24 Unpacking the Generator......10 Maintenance And Storage....26 Parts Included........10 Maintenance Schedule......26 Assembly..........10 Engine Maintenance......26 Install the Wheel Kit.......10 Engine Oil Level Check.......26 Install the Support Leg......11 Change Engine Oil........27...
If any section of this manual is not understood, contact customer Service at 855-888-3598, or www.a-ipower.com for starting, operating and servicing procedures. The owner is responsible for proper maintenance and safe use of the unit. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS for future reference.
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 and at least 20 feet away from windows, doors and vents to Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
CORRECT USAGE Example location to reduce risk of carbon monoxide poisoning • Operate generators outside and at least 20 feet away from any structure with exhaust pointed away from doors and windows. KEEP AT LEAST 20 FEET AWAY at least 20 feet away from windows, doors and vents INCORRECT USAGE Do not operate in any of the following locations:...
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Propane/LPG (Liquid Petroleum Gas) WARNING • Propane/LPG is highly flammable and explosive. Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) • LPG is heavier than air and can settle in low places will pull hand and arm toward engine while dissipating. faster than you can let go which could •...
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• Store Fuel in a container approved for gasoline. DANGER • Store any containers containing gasoline or propane/LPG outdoor in a well-ventilated area, away from any combustibles or source of ignition. DANGER Gasoline, gasoline vapor and propane/LPG are highly flammable and explosive. Generator voltage could cause electrical Never use a gasoline container, gasoline tank, shock or burn will result in death or...
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WARNING WARNING Starter and other rotating parts could entangle hands, hair, clothing, or accessories. Keep away from rotating parts, failure to do so could result in Exhaust heat/gases could ignite combustibles, death or serious injury. structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire, •...
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• Shut off generator if: -Electrical output is lost. -Equipment sparks, smokes, or emits flames. -Unit vibrates excessively. WARNING Medical and Life Support Uses. • In case of emergency, call 911 immediately. • NEVER use this product to power life support devices or life support appliances.
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Button/Coin Battery Safety WARNING • INGESTION HAZARD: This product contains a button cell or coin battery. • DEATH or serious injury can occur if ingested. • A swallowed button cell or coin battery can cause Internal Chemical Burns in as little as 2 hours. •...
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact Technical Support Team for possible replacement. Side Back LABEL DESCRIPTION CO‐Watch Guard action automatic shutoff *See CO Watch Guard action section Carbon Monoxide Fuel Hot Surface GXS8200D MODEL NO.: 3221008 REV 00 AC Voltage: 120V/240V Phase: Single AC Current: 54.2A/27.1A-GAS RPM: 3600 Nameplate 49.2A/24.6A-LPG...
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 munal for your own record.
4 - Secure everything with cotter pin (F), then assemble Cap(A) to Wheel(C). Repeat on opposite side. Install the Support Leg 5 - Insert bolts (G) throught the support leg (H) and 3-4mm holes on the generator frame as shown. 6 - Tighten bolts (G) and nuts (I) to the frame.
CONTROL PANEL FEATURES 1. Engine Control Switch: Flip the switch to the “ON 5. 120V AC, 20A Duplex, GFCI, Single Phase, 60 (l)” position and pull the recoil starter to start the Hz Outlets (5-20R): Each outlet is capable of generator.
SPECIFICATIONS GXS8200D Model 3221008 Starting Watts (Gas) 8200W Running Watts (Gas) 6500W Starting Watts (Propane/LPG) 7400W 5900W Running Watts (Propane/LPG) Rated AC Voltage 120/240V Rated DC Voltage Rated Frequency 60HZ Phase Single Grounding System (AC) Neutral Bonded to Frame Engine Type...
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.
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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.
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.
• It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel hose or tank during storage. Alcohol-blended fuels (called gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture, which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage.
Used cylinders that have not plug fouling. To operate at high altitudes A-iPower been plugged or kept closed must also be purged. can provide a high altitude carburetor main jet. The...
Grounding WARNING Shock hazard. Failure to properly ground the generator can result in electric shock. The national electrical requires your generator must be connected properly to an appropriate ground to help prevent electric shock. The generator has a system ground that connects the generator frame components to the ground terminals on the AC output receptacles.
OPERATION Generator Location Surge suppressors come in single- or multi-outlet styles. They’re designed to protect against virtually WARNING all short-duration voltage fluctuations. Make sure you review each warning in order to For Cold Weather Starting prevent fire hazard. • While you must run your generator outside, you may keep the generator in a covered area to protect the generator and its battery from cold Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
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5. Start Move the choke lever to the “START” position. Pull recoil starter slowly until resistance is felt, Starting the Engine (Generator) then pull rapidly. Select the Fuel Source (Gasoline) 1. Make certain the propane tank is fully closed. Move the chock lever to the “RUN”...
3. Turn engine switch located on control panel to WARNING RUN(I) position. Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go which could cause broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains resulting in serious injury. When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
4. Turn the propane/LPG cylinder knob to close position. Stopping the Engine (Generator) 1. Turn off and remove entire electrical loads. Never DANGER start or stop the generator with electrical devices plugged in or turned on. Let the generator run at no-load for two minutes to stabilize internal temperatures of the engine and generator.
devices, follow these steps to add electrical load: 2a. Gasoline to propane/LPG 1. Start the generator with no electrical load attached. 2. Allow the engine to run for several minutes to 2a1. Connect the LPG gas hose to the propane fuel stabilize.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE NOTE: Maintenance should be performed more frequently Regular Maintenance will improve the performance when generator is used in dusty areas. and extend the life of your generator. Follow When generator has exceeded the maximum figures maintenance schedule intervals whichever occurs specified in the table, maintenance should still be first according to use.
Recommended Engine Oil Type CAUTION 10W-30 Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact with used motor oil. 5W-30 10W-40 1. Remove the oil cap (A) and wipe dipstick clean. 5W-30 Full Synthetic 2. Place a container underneath the oil drain plug to °...
7. Tighten with wrench to compress washer. If spark Cleaning the Spark Arrestor plug is new, use 1/2 turn to compress washer 1. Allow the engine to cool completely before appropriate amount. If reusing old spark plug, use servicing the spark arrestor. 1/8 to 1/4 turn for proper washer compression.
6 - Pull starter recoil several times to distribute oil in GENERATOR MAINTENANCE cylinder. Make certain that the generator is kept clean and 7 - Install spark plug. stored properly. Only operate the unit on a flat, level 8 - Pull recoil slowly until resistance is felt. This surface in a clean, dry operating environment.
TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM 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. 3. Poor connection or defective cord set. 3.
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Parts List Part Number Description Qty. Part Number Description Qty. 30101-00408-00 Hexagonal flange bolt 34006-00017-00 Positioning pin locking clip 20021-00158-00 Cylinder head assy 30136-00095-00 Swing rod gasket 33048-00511-00 Cylinder head gasket 34007-00002-00 Hexagonal flange bolt 34021-00329-01 Air guide plate 34026-00065-00 Speed control swing rod 30101-00506-00 Hexagonal flange bolt...
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.
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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.
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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...
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