Apollo AEG4000X Owner's Manual

Air-cooled gasoline generator

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OWNER'S MANUAL
Air-cooled gasoline generator
AEG4000X /AEG8000X (E)
Read and follow all safety precautions in this owner's manual
Improper use can cause serious or fatal injury.

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL Air-cooled gasoline generator AEG4000X /AEG8000X (E) Read and follow all safety precautions in this owner’s manual Improper use can cause serious or fatal injury.
  • Page 2 PREFACE Thank you for purchasing products from our company. We appreciate your business. The following manual is only a guide to assist you and is not a complete or comprehensive manual of all aspects of maintaining and repairing your generator. The equipment you have purchased is a complex piece of machinery. We recommend that you consult with a dealer if you have doubts or concerns as to your experience or ability to properly maintain or repair your equipment.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND DATA ····················3 EQUPMENT DESCRIPTION & KNOWING YOUR GENERATOR·············4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS·····························4 Electric shock and short circuit·························5 Prevention from accidental burns··························5 Refueling precautions·····························5 Battery (optional)····························6 Engine safety precautions····························6 Generator safety································6 PREPARATION BEFORE OPERATION ·························7 Engine oil···································7 Gasoline··································7 Air cleaner··································8 GROUNDING THE GENERATOR···························...
  • Page 4: Technical Specifications And Data

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND DATA Technical specifications: Item Model AEG4000X AEG8000XE Brushless, revolving magnetic Brush, revolving magnetic Type field,self-exciting,2-pole, field,self-exciting,2-pole, single-phase single-phase Voltage regulator Capacitor Frequency (Hz) Generator Rated voltage (V) 110/220 110/220 Maximum output (kW) Rated Output (kW) Power factor (cos φ)
  • Page 5: Equpment Description & Knowing Your Generator

    EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION & KNOWING YOUR GENERATOR Please read this manual and follow the procedures covered in this manual. Become familiar with the generators functions, applications, and limitations. Below is a diagram of the locations of the various controls and functions of the generator. WARNING: DO NOT exceed the generator’s wattage / amperage capacity.
  • Page 6: Electric Shock And Short Circuit

    ELECTRIC SHOCK AND SHORT CIRCUIT Be sure to notify the utility company when using the generator for backup power. Use approved transfer equipment to isolate the generator from electric utility. In highly conductive area such as metal decking or steel work, use a ground circuit fault interrupter. Never touch the generator if the generator is wet. Also, never touch the generator if your hand is wet.
  • Page 7: Battery (Optional)

    BATTERY (optional: for electric start units only) The battery is free maintenance, but also need to charge. Batteries contain electrolyte fluid or battery acid. Batteries emit hydrogen gases as battery is being charged. The slightest spark will ignite hydrogen and cause and explosion. ENGINE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Do not touch hot surfaces.
  • Page 8: Engine Oil

    ENGINE OIL • Fill the engine with SAE 10W-30 engine oil for general use or follow the table below. • Make sure the generator is on a level surface and make sure the oil dipstick is on tight. GASOLINE •Add unleaded gasoline and never fill the fuel tank indoors. Also, be sure to install the fuel tank cap on tight after filling.
  • Page 9: Air Cleaner

    •DO NOT overfill the fuel tank. Always allow room for fuel expansion. • Never fill the fuel tank when the engine is running or hot. Allow the unit to cool for two minutes before refueling. DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke when filling the fuel tank. AIR CLEANER •...
  • Page 10: Operating The Generator

    Using a No. 12 AWG (American Wire Gauge) stranded copper wire to the frame and to an earth-driven copper or brass grounding rod provides sufficient safety against shock. However, local codes may differ. Contact a local electrician to find out specifications for grounding your generator. Note: Grounding your generator is highly recommended.
  • Page 11 CAUTION! turned ON. (AEG8000XE) (AEG4000X) • Pull the recoil starter grip lightly until resistance is felt, then pull hard. Warning: DO NOT allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return it gently (Figure 5.). Gradually push the choke rod to the “OPEN” position as the engine warms up (Figure 6).
  • Page 12: Connecting Electrical Loads And Electrical Capacity

    CONNECTING ELECTRICAL LOADS AND ELECTRICAL CAPACITY After the generator has started, let the engine warm up before connecting any electrical loads to it. Do not have any electrical loads connected before starting the generator. Do not connect 240 Volt loads to the 120 Volt sockets. Do not connect 120 Volt loads to the 240 Volt sockets.
  • Page 13: Stopping The Engine

    Tool or Appliance Rated (Running) Watts Additional Surge (Starting) Watts Essentials Light Bulb – 75 watt Freezer Sump Pump 1200 Refrigerator / Freezer – 18 Cu. Ft. 1600 1/3 HP Water Well Pump 1000 2000 Heating/Cooling Air condition – 10000 BTU 1200 1800 Tool or Appliance...
  • Page 14 • Let the engine run at no-load for several minutes to stabilize the internal temperatures of engine and generator. • Turn the engine switch to the “OFF” position (Figure 3.). (AEG8000XE) (AEG4000X) • Turn the fuel valve to the “OFF” position (Figure 4.).
  • Page 15: Receptacles

    RECEPTACLES This generator is equipped with the following receptacles: 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp Duplex Receptacles Figure 5. 110 Volt, 20 Amp Duplex Receptacles Figure 6. 220 Volt, NEMA L14-20 Note: Please be sure to use electrical cords that support the amount of wattage being used. The electrical cords should be able to handle 20 Amps of current at 125 Volts.
  • Page 16: Cleaning The Generator

    Note: ⑴ These items should be serviced by a dealer. ⑵ Every 3 years. CLEANING THE GENERATOR Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit clean and dry. Be sure to store the unit in a clean and...
  • Page 17: Storage

    dry environment, where it will not be exposed to excessive dust, dirt, moisture or any corrosive vapors. Cooling slots should always be clean and free from clogs. Note: Do not use a garden hose to clean the generator. Water can enter the fuel and intake system and cause problems.
  • Page 18 • Tighten the oil drain plug and fill the engine with new oil to the filter neck (Figure 4.). • Pull the starter grip carefully until resistance is felt (Figure 5.). • Store the generator in a clean area. Suggestions for wiring diagram wording below: Capacitance can be capacitor Lub-Oil Transducer can be Low engine-oil automatic shut-off sensor black wire can be Black (capitalized)
  • Page 19: Wiring Diagrams

    WIRING DIAGRAMS...
  • Page 22: Engine

    LISTINGS: Number Code Part Name Unit 203050008320 Flange Bolt M8× 32(GB/T5789-1996) Piece 40-170-1-0002 Oil Plug And Oil Plug Washer Piece 40-170-1-0003 Crankcase Cover Piece 40-170-1-0004 Oil Dipstick And Oil Dipstick Seal Ring Piece 40-170-1-0005 Oil Seal Piece 201020162052 Bearing(6205-HS) Piece 40-170-1-0007 Crankcase Block Positioning Pin Piece...
  • Page 23 40-170-1-0039 Governor Gear Gasket Piece 40-170-1-0040 Governor Shaft Clip Piece 40-170-1-0041 Governor Gear Assembly Piece 40-170-1-0042 Governor Shaft Piece 40-170-1-0043 Speed Control Bracket Piece 203990006210 Bolt M6× 21 Piece 202110000060 Flange Nut M6 Piece 40-170-1-0046 Speed Control Arm Piece 40-170-1-0047 Governor Rod Piece 40-170-1-0048...
  • Page 25 LISTINGS: Number Code Part Name Unit 80-190E-0001 Crankcase Block Piece Flat Washer 12× 20(GB/T848-1985) 207040000123 Piece 203051215150 Bolt M12× 15× 1.5 Piece 80-190E-0004 Cylinder Head Positioning Pin Piece 80-190E-0005 Cylinder Head Gasket Piece 80-190E-0006 Cylinder Head Piece 203050010810 Flange Bolt M10× 80 Piece 80-190E-0008 Valve Cover Gasket...
  • Page 26 80-190E-0042 Oil Dipstick And Oil Dipstick Seal Ring Piece 80-190E-0043 Oil Seal Piece 201010162070 Bearing 6207(GB/T276) Piece 80-190E-0045 Governor Gear Gasket Piece 80-190E-0046 Governor Shaft Piece 80-190E-0047 Governor Gear Assembly Piece 80-190E-0048 Governor Shaft Clip Piece 80-190E-0049 Governor Shaft Sheath Piece 80-190E-0050 Crankcase Gasket...
  • Page 27 202110000161 Flange Nut M16× 1.5(GB/T6177.1-2000) Piece 80-190E-0086 Line Clamp Piece 80-190E-0087 Air Guiding Cover Piece 80-190E-0088 Rubber Stopper Piece 80-190E-0089 Friction Plate Screw Piece 80-190E-0090 Fixing Plate Piece 80-190E-0091 Starting Ratchet Piece 80-190E-0092 Starter Ratchet Spring Piece 80-190E-0093 Starting Wheel Piece 80-190E-0094 Starter Rope...
  • Page 28: Main Components Of Generator

    Figure 2. Main components of generator LISTINGS: Number Part Code Part Description Unit AEG-0001 Muffler Assembly AEG-0002 Panel Assembly AEG-0003 Generator Assembly AEG-0004 Engine Piece...
  • Page 29: Fuel Tank

    LISTINGS: Number Part Code Part Description Unit AEG-T-0001 Gas Tank Filler Cap Piece AEG-T-0002 Seal Ring Piece AEG-T-0003 Filter Cup Piece AEG-T-0004 Screw Piece AEG-T-0005 Fuel Level Gauge Piece AEG-T-0006 Bolt Piece AEG-T-0007 Washer Piece AEG-T-0008 Shock Absorber Gasket Piece AEG-T-0009 Fuel Tank Piece...
  • Page 30: Generator Head

    Figure 4-1 Generator head assembly (AEG4000X-Brushless Alternator) LISTINGS: Number Part Code Part Description Unit 203050008301 Bolt M8× 30 Piece 40-G-0002 Front Housing Piece 40-G-0003 Fan Blade Piece 40-G-0004 Rotor Piece 40-G-0005 Rectifier Piece 206030005161 Bolt M5× 16 Piece 40-G-0007 Bearing 6203...
  • Page 31 Figure 4-2 Generator head assembly(AEG8000XE- brush electric machine) LISTINGS: Number Part Code Part Description Unit 80-G-0001 Fan Blade Piece 80-G-0002 Rotor piece 80-G-0003 Carbon Brush Piece 80-G-0004 Collector Ring Piece 80-G-0005 Bearing 6204 Piece 203053102650 Center Bolt M10 x 265 Piece 80-G-0007 Guard Board of Motor...
  • Page 32: Generator Frame Assembly

    Figure 5-1 Generator frame assembly(AEG4000X) LISTINGS: Number Part Code Part Description Unit Generator Frame 40-J-0001 Piece Fuel Tank Bracket 40-J-0002 Piece Muffler 40-J-0003 Piece Shock Absorption Mat 40-J-0004 Piece Flat Washer φ M8 207020000084 Piece Spring Washer φ M8 208000000080...
  • Page 34 LISTINGS: Number Part Code Part Description Unit Framework 80-J-0001 Piece Muffler Guard Plate 80-J-0002 Piece Muffler Inside Plate 80-J-0003 Piece Vent-Pipe Gasket 80-J-0004 Piece Muffler 80-J-0005 Piece Muffler Bracket 80-J-0006 Piece Muffler Lateral Plate 80-J-0007 Piece Shock Absorber 80-J-0008 Piece Triangle Rest 80-J-0009 Piece...
  • Page 35: Electrical Panel Assembly

    Figure 6-1 Electrical panel assembly(AEG4000X) LISTINGS: Number Part Code Part Description Unit AEG4000X B-type Panel 40-B-0001 Piece Boat-Type Start Switch 40-B-0002 Piece Voltmeter 40-B-0003 Piece V-Type Socket 40-B-0004 Piece Transfer Switch 40-B-0005 Piece Overload Protector 40-B-0006 Piece Electric Box 40-B-0007...
  • Page 36 Flange But M6 202110000060 Piece Flat Washer φ6 207020000065 Piece Spring Washerφ6 20800000060 Piece Nut M6 20200000060 Piece Bolt M3× 40 206020003400 Piece Bolt M3× 6 206020003060 Piece Bolt M6× 16 203050006161 Piece Nut M4 202000000040 Piece Bolt M3.5× 8 40-B-0012 Piece Bolt M4×...
  • Page 37 LISTINGS: Number Part Code Part Description Unit 80-B-0001 AEG8000XE B-type Panel Piece 80-B-0002 Electric Start Switch Piece 80-B-0003 Running Indicating Lamp Piece 80-B-0004 Voltmeter Piece 80-B-0005 V-Type Socket Piece 80-B-0006 Overload Protector Piece 80-B-0007 2P Air-Break Switch Piece 80-B-0008 Fixing Plate Of 2P Air-Break Switch Piece 80-B-0009 4-Hole Unit Lockage Socket(UL)...
  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution 1. Engine switch set to 1. Set switch to “On”. “OFF”. 2. Turn fuel valve to the “On’ position. 2. Fuel valve is in the “Off” 3. Clean or replace air cleaner. position. 4. Fill fuel tank. 3.

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