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PREFACE Thank you for purchasing our generators. This manual covers operation and maintenance of the EV30i generator. publication is based on the latest product information information in this Available at the time of approval for printing. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTI ONS A.WARNING •Our generators are designed to give safe and depe- ndable service if operated according to instructions. Read and understand the Owner's Manual before op- erating the generator. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage. A.WARNING •...
To ensure safe operation-- SAFETY LABEL LOCATI ONS AWARNING • Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions. 2.1 Outside view Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped. • Keep away from cigarette, smoke and sparks when refueling the generator. Always refuel in a well-ventilated location.
Control panel PRE-OPERATI ON CHECK SMART throttle switch Be sure to check the generator on a level surface with the engine stopped. Check the engine oil level. A.CAUTION •Using nondetergent oil or 2-stroke engine oil could shorten the engine's service life.
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Gasoline’s containing alcohol .A.CAUTION If you decide to use a gasoline containing alcohol (gasohol), be sure its octane •Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine damage. rating is at least as high as that recommended by us. There are two types of •The Low Oil Alarm System will automatically stop the engine before the oil "gasohol": one containing ethanol, and the other containing methanol.
4.3 Insert the engine key, and turn the engine switch to ON position. STARTING THE ENGINE CAUTION •When starting the generator after adding fuel for the first time, after longterm storage, or after running out of fuel, tum the fuel valve lever to position, then wait for 10 to 20 seconds before starting the "ON"...
4.5 Push the choke k n o b to the OPEN p o s i t i o n as the engine w a r m s 5. GENERATOR USE Up, see page 10. .A.WARNING •To prevent electrical shock from faulty appliances, the generator should be grounded.
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5.3 DC application 5.1 AC applications 1. Start the engine and make sure the green output indicator light comes on. The DC receptacle may be used for charging 12 volt automotive-type batteries only. 2. Confirm that the appliance to be used is switched off and plug in the appliance. Output voltage is 15-30V when current receptacle on no load.
Start the engine 7. MAINTENANCE •The DC receptacle may be used while the AC power is in use. • An overloaded DC circuit will trip the DC circuit protector (push button comes out). I f this happens, wait a few minutes before pushing in the circuit The purpose of the maintenance and adjustment schedule is to keep the protector to resume operation.
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Changing oil 1. Revolve the l e ft side cover knob; open the l e ft side maintenance cover. Drai n the oil whi l e the engine i s still warm to assure rapi d and complete draining. 2. Unsnap the clips, remove the air cleaner cover.
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7. Install the spark plug carefully, by hand, to avoid cross-threading. 7.5 Spark plug service 8. After a new spark plug has been seated by hand, it should be tightened 1/2 tum Recommended spark plug: WR7DC To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be properly gapped and with a wrench to compress its washer.
Spark arrester maintenance 8. TRANSPORTING/STORAGE 8.1 When t r a n s p o r t i n g t h e generator, tum the fuel v a l v e lever O F F and keep the generator level to prevent fuel spillage. Fuel vapour or spilled fuel may ignite.
Appliance does not operate: 9. TROUBLESHOOTING I s the output i n di c ator light When the engine will not start Refill the fuel tank. I s there fuel i n the tank? 11ol Take the generator to an Is the overload authorized dealer.
10. SPECIFICATIONS 11. WIRING DIAGRAM Model EV 30i Rated frequency (Hz) Rated voltage (V) Rated current (A) ::::J 12.2 23.3 11.7 Rated speed (rpm) 3600 Rated output (kVA) Max. output (kVA) DC output DC voltage 12V-8.3A Electric circuit breaker Without...
WHEEL KIT 13. APPENDIX 1. The choice of the electric cable The unit comes with the rubber mounting feet already installed. If you wish to The choice of the electric cable depends on the allowable current of the cable install the wheel kit, please perform the following procedure. and the distance between the load and the generator.
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Modified coefficient table of ambient condition power The conditions generator rated output: Altitude: O m Ambient temperature: 25"C Relative humidity: 30% Ambient modified coefficient: C (Relative humidity 30%) Ambient temperature ("C) Altitude 0.98 0.96 0.93 0.90 0.93 0.91 0.89 0.87 0.84 1000 0.87...
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