Congratulations on your investment in quality. Thank you for purchasing an IG800W Inverter Generator from Earthquake. We have worked to ensure that the IG800W meets the highest standards for usability and durability. With proper care, your generator will provide many years of service.
Read and follow all safety instructions. • Carefully follow the pre-operation check instructions. • Maintain the machine according to directions and schedule included in this Earthquake operator’s manual. CAUTION • Ensure that anyone who uses the machine is familiar CAUTION INDICATES YOU CAN BE HURT OR with all controls and safety precautions.
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Operator’s Manual 800 Watt Inverter Generator GENERAL SAFETY RULES • Do not alter the construction of the generator or change controls which might create an unsafe operating Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine condition. and in the manual(s). Be thoroughly familiar with the controls •...
Operator’s Manual 800 Watt Inverter Generator WARNING WARNING USING A GENERATOR INDOORS CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE. GROUND GENERATOR WITH THE APPROPRIATE AMOUNT OF COPPER FOR CURRENT CAPACITY. NEVER USE INSIDE A ONLY USE OUTSIDE, FAR HOME OR GARAGE.
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Operator’s Manual 800 Watt Inverter Generator Gasoline Fires and Handling Fuel Safely CAUTION Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. HOT GASES ARE A NORMAL BY-PRODUCT OF A FUNCTIONING INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE. •...
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STOP position on the RUN/STOP switch. Store indoors in a dry, securly locked location inaccessible to children. • Use only original equipment parts from Earthquake including all nuts and bolts. • Avoid connecting the generator to commercial power outlets.
European customers may contact their local dealer and US customers must call Earthquake customer service. Should a decal become unreadable because of being worn, faded, or otherwise damaged during the use of your IG800W, please use the part number information provided to order a replacement label. European customers can order from their local authorized dealer and US customers can order by calling Earthquake customer service.
Operator’s Manual 800 Watt Inverter Generator Oil Warning System ENG. SW. ECON. DC PROTECTOR When the oil level reaches a low level, the engine will stop STOP automatically. In order to restart the engine, the oil must be ONPUSH refilled. FIGURE 1 NOTE: It is important to check the oil level before each use.
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Operator’s Manual 800 Watt Inverter Generator 3. Clean debris from area around the fuel cap. WARNING 4. Loosen fuel cap slowly. Prevent the cap from coming in contact with dirt or debris. DO NOT REFILL TANK WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING OR HOT.
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Operator’s Manual 800 Watt Inverter Generator NOTE: If the engine does not start prime again and repeat. CAUTION 7. Allow the engine to warm up. • IF ENGINE FAILS TO START AFTER FOLLOWING 8. Move choke lever back to RUN position. SEE FIGURE 6 STARTING PROCEDURES, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 9.
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Operator’s Manual 800 Watt Inverter Generator USING ELECTRICAL POWER WARNING AC Application: DO NOT USE WORN, BARE, FRAYED OR OTHERWISE 1. Turn off the switch(es) of the electrical device(s) before DAMAGED ELECTRICAL CORD SETS WITH THE connecting to the generator. GENERATOR.
Operator’s Manual 800 Watt Inverter Generator MAINTENANCE Generator Maintenance Please read the maintenance schedule and observe these recommendations to extend the life of your generator. Good maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and trouble-free operation. It will also help reduce air pollution. To help you properly care for your generator, the following pages include a maintenance schedule, routine inspection procedures, and simple maintenance procedures using basic hand tools.
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1. Push the engine switch to the STOP position. ENGINE MUST BE TURNED OFF AND COOL 2. Replace or repair the part on the IG800W. BEFORE CHECKING AND ADJUSTING ENGINE OR 3. Check all parts that were repaired, or removed during EQUIPMENT.
The recommended spark plug is a Torch CMR6A (NGK 1223) For maintenance and care of the spark plug go online to MUFFLER www.getearthquake.com for instructions or call Earthquake SHROUD customer service. Carburetor Never tamper with factory setting of the carburetor.
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR 1. After using the generator, and before transporting it, make sure: At Earthquake , we build quality and durability into the design • the fuel cap is screwed on tightly (clockwise), of our products; but no amount of careful design by us, and careful maintenance by you, can guarantee a repair-free life •...
1. Carburetor out of adjustment 1. Call Earthquake Customer Service Engine speed increases and decreases, this is normal as the generator starts up and as loads vary. Contact Earthquake customer service at 800-345-6007 if additional assistance is needed. www.getearthquake.com Check for parts online at...
Operator’s Manual 800 Watt Inverter Generator ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN KEY PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 16116 KIT, CIRCUIT BREAKER 4.5 AMP 15993 FUEL FILL STRAINER 16118 KIT, US OUTLET/SOCKET 110VAC 15992 CAP, FUEL MANUAL VENT 16117 KIT, I-O SWITCH WITH COVER 16110 KIT, SPARK PLUG ACCESS PANEL 16113...
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Operator’s Manual 800 Watt Inverter Generator ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN www.getearthquake.com Check for parts online at or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
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16070 SCREW M5-0.8 X 12 PTHMS ZN 2MM SHLDR 15963 AIR FILTER, (XY139F-6) 15964 KIT, AIR BOX ASSEMBLY WITH CHOKE 20351 KIT, MUFFLER SHROUD IG800W 16166 MUFFLER 40CC 4-CYCLE 16176 GASKET, MUFFLER IG800W 20368 KIT, FUEL PETCOCK IG800W NOT SHOWN PARTS...
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Operator’s Manual 800 Watt Inverter Generator NOTES www.getearthquake.com Check for parts online at or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
PRODUCT WARRANTY: 1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Ardisam, Inc., a manufacturing company, warrants this IG800W Earthquake Inverter Generator to be free from defects in the material or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. During the one-year warranty of this product, Ardisam will furnish, at their discretion, parts and labor to correct any defect caused by faulty material or workmanship.
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Operator’s Manual 800 Watt Inverter Generator COMBINED EXHAUST AND EVAPORATIVE If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact Ardisam at 1-800-345-6007 EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT or E-mail: info@ardisam.com. Your Warranty Rights And Obligations Defects Warranty Requirements: The California Air Resources Board, the United States (A) The warranty period begins on the date the engine/ Environmental Protection Agency and Ardisam, Inc.
Operator’s Manual 800 Watt Inverter Generator (4) Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the (2) Air Induction System warranty must be performed at no charge to the owner (i) Controlled hot air intake system. at a warranty station. (ii) Intake manifold.
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Earthquake™, Division of Ardisam, Inc. 1160 8th Avenue, PO Box 666 Cumberland, WI 54829 800-345-6007 | Fax 715-822-2223 E-mail: info@Ardisam.com All weights, specifications and features are approximate and are subject to change without notice. Due to continuous product improvements, product images may not be exact. Items used for props not included. Some assembly may be required.
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The primer bulb cracked and unusable to prime for cranking. How do you replace it and where can I purchase one to replace?