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OWNER'S MANUAL Generator EF4500iSE PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE. LIT-19626-01-46 7XF-28199-10
OWNER'S MANUAL Generator EF4500iSE PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE. LIT-19626-01-46 7XF-28199-10
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... 30 Fuse replacement 31 STORAGE 32 Drain the fuel 32 Engine 32 Battery 33 Engine won't start 34 TROUBLESHOOTING 35 Generator won't produce power .........35 SPECIFICATIONS 37 Dimensions 37 Engine 37 Generator 37 Battery 37 CONSUMER INFORMATION 38 Identification number records 38 Machine identification 38 LIMITED WARRANTY (EF- AND EDL-SERIES 39...
... 30 Fuse replacement 31 STORAGE 32 Drain the fuel 32 Engine 32 Battery 33 Engine won't start 34 TROUBLESHOOTING 35 Generator won't produce power .........35 SPECIFICATIONS 37 Dimensions 37 Engine 37 Generator 37 Battery 37 CONSUMER INFORMATION 38 Identification number records 38 Machine identification 38 LIMITED WARRANTY (EF- AND EDL-SERIES 39...
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a 1 m (3 ft) 741-7XFg 9 Avoid operating the engine with a dust cover. 741-7XFh 1 9 Be sure to carry the generator only by its carrying handle(s). 1 Carrying handle(s) (shaded) 794-7XFa AE00083 ELECTRIC SHOCK PREVENTION 9 Never operate the engine in rain or snow. 741-7XFi 9 Never ...
a 1 m (3 ft) 741-7XFg 9 Avoid operating the engine with a dust cover. 741-7XFh 1 9 Be sure to carry the generator only by its carrying handle(s). 1 Carrying handle(s) (shaded) 794-7XFa AE00083 ELECTRIC SHOCK PREVENTION 9 Never operate the engine in rain or snow. 741-7XFi 9 Never ...
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... a tough flexible rubber sheath (IEC 245) or the equivalent to withstand mechanical stresses. -3- This will prevent the generator from charging the main power line (backfeeding) when the main power supply has failed or has been turned off for...build- ing's electrical system, a licensed electrician must install an isolation (transfer) switch in parallel with any other generator. 2 1 Correct 2 Incorrect AE00091 CONNECTION w 1 Before the generator can occur when nor- Backfeeding can electrocute or injure line maintenance personnel. mal operating power returns if unit is the...
... a tough flexible rubber sheath (IEC 245) or the equivalent to withstand mechanical stresses. -3- This will prevent the generator from charging the main power line (backfeeding) when the main power supply has failed or has been turned off for...build- ing's electrical system, a licensed electrician must install an isolation (transfer) switch in parallel with any other generator. 2 1 Correct 2 Incorrect AE00091 CONNECTION w 1 Before the generator can occur when nor- Backfeeding can electrocute or injure line maintenance personnel. mal operating power returns if unit is the...
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NEVER use inside a home Only use OUTSIDE and or garage, EVEN IF doors far away from windows, and windows are open. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. AE00062 LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS Please read the following labels carefully before operating this machine. door, and vents. -4- This is a poison you cannot see or smell. NOTE: Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary. 2 1 64 3 5 1 DANGER Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
NEVER use inside a home Only use OUTSIDE and or garage, EVEN IF doors far away from windows, and windows are open. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. AE00062 LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS Please read the following labels carefully before operating this machine. door, and vents. -4- This is a poison you cannot see or smell. NOTE: Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary. 2 1 64 3 5 1 DANGER Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
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... 7WL-28176-10 5 OIL 4 q CAUTION Use the specified spark plug only. MADE IN JAPAN 7XF-24164-10 6 Important Emissions Information YAMAHA MOTOR POWERED PRODUCTS CO.,LTD. The air index of this engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline. LES GAZ D'ECHAPPEMENT CONTIENNENT DU ...MONOXIDE. 8 CHECK FOR SPILLED FUEL OR FUEL LEAKS. 8 STOP ENGINE BEFORE REFUELING. 8 DO NOT OPERATE NEAR FLAMMABLE MATERIALS. 8 ELECTROCUTION CAN OCCUR IF GENERATOR IS USED IN RAIN, SNOW, OR NEAR WATER. 2 q WARNING q AVERTISSEMENT 8 READ THE OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL LABELS BEFORE OPERATING. 8 ONLY OPERATE...
... 7WL-28176-10 5 OIL 4 q CAUTION Use the specified spark plug only. MADE IN JAPAN 7XF-24164-10 6 Important Emissions Information YAMAHA MOTOR POWERED PRODUCTS CO.,LTD. The air index of this engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline. LES GAZ D'ECHAPPEMENT CONTIENNENT DU ...MONOXIDE. 8 CHECK FOR SPILLED FUEL OR FUEL LEAKS. 8 STOP ENGINE BEFORE REFUELING. 8 DO NOT OPERATE NEAR FLAMMABLE MATERIALS. 8 ELECTROCUTION CAN OCCUR IF GENERATOR IS USED IN RAIN, SNOW, OR NEAR WATER. 2 q WARNING q AVERTISSEMENT 8 READ THE OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL LABELS BEFORE OPERATING. 8 ONLY OPERATE...
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...reset the AC protector. 2 1 I "Set" 793-7XFe 2 3 "Reset" 2 1 763-238a Hour meter 1 The hour meter 1 shows the total number of hours the generator has been run. 763-7XFf Power meter 1 The power meter 1 shows the amount of electric cur- rent used by a barmeter. NOTE: 763-7XFg When 10... segments appear, the generator has almost reached its rated output. 1 AC pilot light (green) The AC pilot light 1 comes on when the engine starts and produces power. 763-7XFc...
...reset the AC protector. 2 1 I "Set" 793-7XFe 2 3 "Reset" 2 1 763-238a Hour meter 1 The hour meter 1 shows the total number of hours the generator has been run. 763-7XFf Power meter 1 The power meter 1 shows the amount of electric cur- rent used by a barmeter. NOTE: 763-7XFg When 10... segments appear, the generator has almost reached its rated output. 1 AC pilot light (green) The AC pilot light 1 comes on when the engine starts and produces power. 763-7XFc...
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... an overload of connected electric devices within the rated output. 3. Turn off and the overload indicator light (red) will stay on and power generation stops, proceed as a compressor or a submergible pump. Reduce the total wattage of a connected electrical device is not a malfunction. After checking...engine. 2. NOTE: The overload indicator light may come on for blockages in order to protect the generator and any blockages are found, remove. 4. However, this is detected, the inverter control unit overheats, or the AC output voltage rises. The AC pilot light (green) will ...
... an overload of connected electric devices within the rated output. 3. Turn off and the overload indicator light (red) will stay on and power generation stops, proceed as a compressor or a submergible pump. Reduce the total wattage of a connected electrical device is not a malfunction. After checking...engine. 2. NOTE: The overload indicator light may come on for blockages in order to protect the generator and any blockages are found, remove. 4. However, this is detected, the inverter control unit overheats, or the AC output voltage rises. The AC pilot light (green) will ...
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.... ON With the knob in this position, fuel will not flow. Normal using is earthed, always the generator must be earthed. 1 Ground (Earth) terminal Caster lock lever The caster lock lever stops moving the generator. 1 "Release" 2 "Lock" - 10 - Ground (Earth) terminal It is a terminal which connects the earth line for prevention of...
.... ON With the knob in this position, fuel will not flow. Normal using is earthed, always the generator must be earthed. 1 Ground (Earth) terminal Caster lock lever The caster lock lever stops moving the generator. 1 "Release" 2 "Lock" - 10 - Ground (Earth) terminal It is a terminal which connects the earth line for prevention of...
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Fill the specified amount of rear cover 2 shown. 3. Place the generator on the areas of the recommended 3 engine oil, and then install and tighten the oil filler 700-7XFa cap. 4 Upper level r 700-103c 700-006 0... the bolts 1, and then pull outward on a level surface. 2. Install the rear cover and tighten the bolts. - 12 - 2 1 788-7XFb AE00222 Engine oil cC The generator has been shipped without engine oil.
Fill the specified amount of rear cover 2 shown. 3. Place the generator on the areas of the recommended 3 engine oil, and then install and tighten the oil filler 700-7XFa cap. 4 Upper level r 700-103c 700-006 0... the bolts 1, and then pull outward on a level surface. 2. Install the rear cover and tighten the bolts. - 12 - 2 1 788-7XFb AE00222 Engine oil cC The generator has been shipped without engine oil.
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...engine. 9 If necessary, add recommended oil to deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly, even if the generator unused. The point where abnormality was recognized by use. 9 Check operation. 9 If necessary, consult a Yamaha dealer. - 15 - Fuel line 9 Check fuel hose for oil leakage. Vital components ...can start to specified level. 9 Check generator for crack or damage. 9 Replace if necessary. Engine oil (See page 12)...
...engine. 9 If necessary, add recommended oil to deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly, even if the generator unused. The point where abnormality was recognized by use. 9 Check operation. 9 If necessary, consult a Yamaha dealer. - 15 - Fuel line 9 Check fuel hose for oil leakage. Vital components ...can start to specified level. 9 Check generator for crack or damage. 9 Replace if necessary. Engine oil (See page 12)...
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Turn the fuel cock knob to "ON". 1 1 7 "ON" 763-127h - 16 - Operate the engine in a closed area or it may cause unconsciousness and death within a short time. Turn the engine switch to "ON". 1 "ON" 705-073 2. cC The generator has been shipped without engine oil. q ON OFF AE00918 Starting the engine 1. Do not start the engine till fill with the sufficient engine oil. AE00846 OPERATION w 761-7XFb 9 Never operate the engine in a well ventilated area. 9 Before starting the engine, do not connect any electric devices.
Turn the fuel cock knob to "ON". 1 1 7 "ON" 763-127h - 16 - Operate the engine in a closed area or it may cause unconsciousness and death within a short time. Turn the engine switch to "ON". 1 "ON" 705-073 2. cC The generator has been shipped without engine oil. q ON OFF AE00918 Starting the engine 1. Do not start the engine till fill with the sufficient engine oil. AE00846 OPERATION w 761-7XFb 9 Never operate the engine in a well ventilated area. 9 Before starting the engine, do not connect any electric devices.
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...on . 4. Make sure the AC pilot light 1 is earthed, always the generator must be earthed. 1. When the electric device is on any electric devices are in good condition before plugging it in to ground (earth) the generator. Start the engine. 2. cC 9 Be sure all electric devices including the ...lines and plug connections are turned off before connection to the generator. 9 Be sure the total load is within generator rated output. 9 Be sure the receptacle load current is within receptacle rated current. NOTE: Make sure to the AC...
...on . 4. Make sure the AC pilot light 1 is earthed, always the generator must be earthed. 1. When the electric device is on any electric devices are in good condition before plugging it in to ground (earth) the generator. Start the engine. 2. cC 9 Be sure all electric devices including the ...lines and plug connections are turned off before connection to the generator. 9 Be sure the total load is within generator rated output. 9 Be sure the receptacle load current is within receptacle rated current. NOTE: Make sure to the AC...
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... may require a more uniform voltage supply than portable generators provide. Examples include some medical equipment, personal computers, and some inverters that sense peak and RMS voltage values. Consult the precision-equipment vendor before relying on when total ... is voltage sensitive and may occur. AE00812 Application range When using the generator, make sure the total load is used by itself. 9 The overload indicator light 1 comes on any portable generator to provide power to such equipment. - 20 - AC Power factor EF4500iSE 1 - 4,000W 0.8 ~ 0.95 - 3,200W 0.4 ~ 0.75 (Efficiency 0.85)...
... may require a more uniform voltage supply than portable generators provide. Examples include some medical equipment, personal computers, and some inverters that sense peak and RMS voltage values. Consult the precision-equipment vendor before relying on when total ... is voltage sensitive and may occur. AE00812 Application range When using the generator, make sure the total load is used by itself. 9 The overload indicator light 1 comes on any portable generator to provide power to such equipment. - 20 - AC Power factor EF4500iSE 1 - 4,000W 0.8 ~ 0.95 - 3,200W 0.4 ~ 0.75 (Efficiency 0.85)...
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... work , have a Yamaha dealer do it for cracks or damage. 1 Replace if necessary. • Check oil level in the safest and most important points of the owner. AE00401 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Safety is an obligation of generator inspection, adjustment, and... lubrication are not familiar with maintenance work . Periodic inspection, adjustment and lubrication will keep your generator in engine. 1 • Replace 1(*1) • Check condition. • ...
... work , have a Yamaha dealer do it for cracks or damage. 1 Replace if necessary. • Check oil level in the safest and most important points of the owner. AE00401 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Safety is an obligation of generator inspection, adjustment, and... lubrication are not familiar with maintenance work . Periodic inspection, adjustment and lubrication will keep your generator in engine. 1 • Replace 1(*1) • Check condition. • ...
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.... etable oil. Call physician immediately. sive gases. AE01057 Recommended battery Recommended battery: Capacity: 12V/18A•h - 30 - AE00842 Battery This generator is poisonous and dangerous, causing severe burns, etc. INTERNAL-Drink large quantities of magnesia, beaten egg or veg- phuric) acid. Eyes: Flush...near bat- 762-012 teries. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. It contains sulfuric (sul- To charge the battery Have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery as soon as possible if it seems to add distilled water. There is no need to check the electrolyte...
.... etable oil. Call physician immediately. sive gases. AE01057 Recommended battery Recommended battery: Capacity: 12V/18A•h - 30 - AE00842 Battery This generator is poisonous and dangerous, causing severe burns, etc. INTERNAL-Drink large quantities of magnesia, beaten egg or veg- phuric) acid. Eyes: Flush...near bat- 762-012 teries. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. It contains sulfuric (sul- To charge the battery Have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery as soon as possible if it seems to add distilled water. There is no need to check the electrolyte...
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...in a dry, well-ventilated place, with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since fuel may deteriorate painted surfaces or plastic parts. 2. Store the generator in the carburetor. Drain the fuel from corrosion. 1. Extract the fuel from the fuel tank into spark plug hole and reinstall the spark plug ...only. 2. Clean exterior of the generator and apply a rust inhibitor. 4. Start the engine and leave it run until it . 5. The caster lock lever shold be in a vertical ...
...in a dry, well-ventilated place, with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since fuel may deteriorate painted surfaces or plastic parts. 2. Store the generator in the carburetor. Drain the fuel from corrosion. 1. Extract the fuel from the fuel tank into spark plug hole and reinstall the spark plug ...only. 2. Clean exterior of the generator and apply a rust inhibitor. 4. Start the engine and leave it run until it . 5. The caster lock lever shold be in a vertical ...
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... Comes on . S Clogged T OK U Clean or Replace; R Check the following 9 Fuel cock clogging 9 Air cleaner element clogging. V Consult a Yamaha dealer. - 35 - Consult a Yamaha dealer. A ENGINE DOES NOT START B Turn the engine switch to "ON", then turn the engine switch to place the spark plug as far way...plug hole and carburetor area. 9 To prevent ELECTRIC SHOCK do not hold spark plug lead with hand while testing. N Engine starts. AE00515 Generator won't produce power •Safety device (AC protector) to "Reset"····Press the AC protector to "START" and ...
... Comes on . S Clogged T OK U Clean or Replace; R Check the following 9 Fuel cock clogging 9 Air cleaner element clogging. V Consult a Yamaha dealer. - 35 - Consult a Yamaha dealer. A ENGINE DOES NOT START B Turn the engine switch to "ON", then turn the engine switch to place the spark plug as far way...plug hole and carburetor area. 9 To prevent ELECTRIC SHOCK do not hold spark plug lead with hand while testing. N Engine starts. AE00515 Generator won't produce power •Safety device (AC protector) to "Reset"····Press the AC protector to "START" and ...
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AE00707 Generator Unit AC Output Rated voltage V Rated frequency Hz Rated current A Rated output kVA Safety Device: Type EF4500iSE 120 60 33.3 4.0 Electronic + Mechanical (By metal) Battery Unit Voltage V Capacity Ah EF4500iSE 12 18 - 37 - AE00701 SPECIFICATIONS AE00702 Dimensions Overall Length Overall Width Overall... Height Dry Weight Unit mm (in) mm (in) mm (in) kg (lb) EF4500iSE 780 (30.7) 616 (24.3) 692 (27.2) 88 (194) AE00704 Engine Unit EF4500iSE Type Cylinder Arrangement Displacement cm3 Bore × Stroke Operation Hours mm (in) Hr Fuel Fuel ...
AE00707 Generator Unit AC Output Rated voltage V Rated frequency Hz Rated current A Rated output kVA Safety Device: Type EF4500iSE 120 60 33.3 4.0 Electronic + Mechanical (By metal) Battery Unit Voltage V Capacity Ah EF4500iSE 12 18 - 37 - AE00701 SPECIFICATIONS AE00702 Dimensions Overall Length Overall Width Overall... Height Dry Weight Unit mm (in) mm (in) mm (in) kg (lb) EF4500iSE 780 (30.7) 616 (24.3) 692 (27.2) 88 (194) AE00704 Engine Unit EF4500iSE Type Cylinder Arrangement Displacement cm3 Bore × Stroke Operation Hours mm (in) Hr Fuel Fuel ...
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... used in warranty repairs will be warranted against defects in material or workmanship for a period two (2) years from an authorized Yamaha consumer generator dealer in the continental United States will be warranted for the period of any part adjudged defective by : a. b. Lack of... the product's warranty period. Accident or collision damage. Give notice to an authorized Yamaha consumer generator dealer of time stated herein, subject to exclusions noted herein. YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW ...
... used in warranty repairs will be warranted against defects in material or workmanship for a period two (2) years from an authorized Yamaha consumer generator dealer in the continental United States will be warranted for the period of any part adjudged defective by : a. b. Lack of... the product's warranty period. Accident or collision damage. Give notice to an authorized Yamaha consumer generator dealer of time stated herein, subject to exclusions noted herein. YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW ...