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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 OWNER'S MANUAL Generator EF4500iSE PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE.
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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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...isolation switch. ing electrical system damage can electrocute or injure line maintenance personnel. AE00088 1 CONNECTION NOTES 9 Avoid connecting the generator to commercial power outlet. 9 Avoid connecting the generator in the build- ing's main fuse box. Backfeeding can occur when nor- mal operating power returns if unit is ...the connection 2 point for line 741-7XFk repair. 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...
...isolation switch. ing electrical system damage can electrocute or injure line maintenance personnel. AE00088 1 CONNECTION NOTES 9 Avoid connecting the generator to commercial power outlet. 9 Avoid connecting the generator in the build- ing's main fuse box. Backfeeding can occur when nor- mal operating power returns if unit is ...the connection 2 point for line 741-7XFk repair. 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...
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This is a poison you cannot see or smell. AE00062 LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS Please read the following labels carefully before operating this machine. NEVER use inside a home Only use OUTSIDE and or garage, EVEN IF doors far away from windows, and windows are open. 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. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. door, and vents. -4-
This is a poison you cannot see or smell. AE00062 LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS Please read the following labels carefully before operating this machine. NEVER use inside a home Only use OUTSIDE and or garage, EVEN IF doors far away from windows, and windows are open. 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. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. door, and vents. -4-
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... 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. LES GAZ D'ECHAPPEMENT CONTIENNENT DU MONOXYDE DE CARBONE. 8 VERIFIEZ SI DU CARBURANT A ETE...q CAUTION Use the specified spark plug only. This engine conforms to operate on unleaded gasoline. MADE IN JAPAN 7XF-24164-10 6 Important Emissions Information YAMAHA MOTOR POWERED PRODUCTS CO.,LTD. This engine is 3 (California only) 0 2 4 6 8 10 MOST CLEAN LEAST CLEAN Note: The lower the...
... 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. LES GAZ D'ECHAPPEMENT CONTIENNENT DU MONOXYDE DE CARBONE. 8 VERIFIEZ SI DU CARBURANT A ETE...q CAUTION Use the specified spark plug only. This engine conforms to operate on unleaded gasoline. MADE IN JAPAN 7XF-24164-10 6 Important Emissions Information YAMAHA MOTOR POWERED PRODUCTS CO.,LTD. This engine is 3 (California only) 0 2 4 6 8 10 MOST CLEAN LEAST CLEAN Note: The lower the...
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... is normal when the segments of the two receptable 2 loads exceeds 20A. 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 -8- ... the switch to 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-
... is normal when the segments of the two receptable 2 loads exceeds 20A. 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 -8- ... the switch to 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-
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... as a compressor or a submergible pump. Then, the AC protector will trip, stopping power generation in the cooling air inlet and around the control unit. However, this is detected, the inverter control unit overheats, or the AC output voltage rises. Fuel tank cap Remove the fuel tank... cap by turning it counterclockwise. 707-7XFb -9- When the overload indicator light comes on for blockages in order to protect the generator and any blockages are found,...
... as a compressor or a submergible pump. Then, the AC protector will trip, stopping power generation in the cooling air inlet and around the control unit. However, this is detected, the inverter control unit overheats, or the AC output voltage rises. Fuel tank cap Remove the fuel tank... cap by turning it counterclockwise. 707-7XFb -9- When the overload indicator light comes on for blockages in order to protect the generator and any blockages are found,...
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... the knob in this position, fuel will not flow. Ground (Earth) terminal It 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 - When the electric device is a terminal which connects the earth line for prevention of...
... the knob in this position, fuel will not flow. Ground (Earth) terminal It 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 - When the electric device is a terminal which connects the earth line for prevention of...
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Remove the bolts 1, and then pull outward on a level surface. 2. Install the rear cover and tighten the bolts. - 12 - 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... qt) 5. Remove the oil filler cap 3. 4. Do not start the engine before filling with the sufficient engine oil. 1. 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.
Remove the bolts 1, and then pull outward on a level surface. 2. Install the rear cover and tighten the bolts. - 12 - 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... qt) 5. Remove the oil filler cap 3. 4. Do not start the engine before filling with the sufficient engine oil. 1. 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.
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...oil (See page 12) 9 Check oil level in engine. 9 If necessary, add recommended oil to deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly, even if the generator unused. AE00845 PRE-OPERATION CHECK w If any item in the Pre-operation check is used. The point where abnormality was recognized by use. 9... Check operation. 9 If necessary, consult a Yamaha dealer. - 15 - NOTE: Pre-operation checks should be made each time the generator is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating the generator. Pre-operation check Fuel (See page 11) 9 Check fuel level in ...
...oil (See page 12) 9 Check oil level in engine. 9 If necessary, add recommended oil to deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly, even if the generator unused. AE00845 PRE-OPERATION CHECK w If any item in the Pre-operation check is used. The point where abnormality was recognized by use. 9... Check operation. 9 If necessary, consult a Yamaha dealer. - 15 - NOTE: Pre-operation checks should be made each time the generator is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating the generator. Pre-operation check Fuel (See page 11) 9 Check fuel level in ...
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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. q ON OFF AE00918 Starting the engine 1. Turn the engine switch to "ON". 1 "ON" 705-073 2. cC The generator has been shipped without engine oil. Turn the fuel cock knob to "ON". 1 1 7 "ON" 763-127h - 16 - Do not start the engine till fill with the sufficient engine oil. Operate the engine in a closed area or it may cause unconsciousness and death within a short time.
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. q ON OFF AE00918 Starting the engine 1. Turn the engine switch to "ON". 1 "ON" 705-073 2. cC The generator has been shipped without engine oil. Turn the fuel cock knob to "ON". 1 1 7 "ON" 763-127h - 16 - Do not start the engine till fill with the sufficient engine oil. Operate the engine in a closed area or it may cause unconsciousness and death within a short time.
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When the electric device is on any electric devices are in good condition before plugging it in to ground (earth) the generator. AE00839 Connection Alternating Current (AC) w Be sure any electric devises. 763-7XFc - 19 - Turn on . 4. 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. Make sure the AC pilot light 1 is ...
When the electric device is on any electric devices are in good condition before plugging it in to ground (earth) the generator. AE00839 Connection Alternating Current (AC) w Be sure any electric devises. 763-7XFc - 19 - Turn on . 4. 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. Make sure the AC pilot light 1 is ...
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... equipment, personal computers, and some inverters that sense peak and RMS voltage values. AC Power factor EF4500iSE 1 - 4,000W 0.8 ~ 0.95 - 3,200W 0.4 ~ 0.75 (Efficiency 0.85) - 1,360W 1 763-7XFd NOTE: 9 "-" means below. 9 Application wattage indicates when each device is used by itself. 9 The overload indicator light 1 comes on any portable generator to provide power to such...
... equipment, personal computers, and some inverters that sense peak and RMS voltage values. AC Power factor EF4500iSE 1 - 4,000W 0.8 ~ 0.95 - 3,200W 0.4 ~ 0.75 (Efficiency 0.85) - 1,360W 1 763-7XFd NOTE: 9 "-" means below. 9 Application wattage indicates when each device is used by itself. 9 The overload indicator light 1 comes on any portable generator to provide power to such...
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... genuine parts for further attention. Ask an authorized Yamaha dealer for replacement. Periodic inspection, adjustment and lubrication will keep your generator in engine. 1 • Replace 1(*1) • Check condition. • Clean 1(*2) • Check condition. 1 • Clean and 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 . Item Spark plug Fuel Fuel hose Engine oil Air filter ...
... genuine parts for further attention. Ask an authorized Yamaha dealer for replacement. Periodic inspection, adjustment and lubrication will keep your generator in engine. 1 • Replace 1(*1) • Check condition. • Clean 1(*2) • Check condition. 1 • Clean and 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 . Item Spark plug Fuel Fuel hose Engine oil Air filter ...
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...away. Always cover eyes when working near bat- 762-012 teries. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. To charge the battery Have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery as soon as possible if it seems to add distilled water. w Battery electrolyte is no need to check the ... Recommended battery Recommended battery: Capacity: 12V/18A•h - 30 - There is poisonous and dangerous, causing severe burns, etc. AE00842 Battery This generator is equipped with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. It contains sulfuric (sul- sive gases. Avoid contact with skin, EYES or...
...away. Always cover eyes when working near bat- 762-012 teries. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. To charge the battery Have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery as soon as possible if it seems to add distilled water. w Battery electrolyte is no need to check the ... Recommended battery Recommended battery: Capacity: 12V/18A•h - 30 - There is poisonous and dangerous, causing severe burns, etc. AE00842 Battery This generator is equipped with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. It contains sulfuric (sul- sive gases. Avoid contact with skin, EYES or...
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Drain the fuel from corrosion. 1. The generator must remain in the "Lock" when stored or operated. - 32 - 1 707-7XFd 712-7XF 788-7XFg AE00601 STORAGE Long term storage of your machine will .... AE00889 Engine Perform the following steps to "OFF". 3. Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug, pour about one tablespoon of the generator and apply a rust inhibitor. 4. Store the generator in a dry, well-ventilated place, with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since fuel may deteriorate painted surfaces or plastic parts. 2. Extract the fuel...
Drain the fuel from corrosion. 1. The generator must remain in the "Lock" when stored or operated. - 32 - 1 707-7XFd 712-7XF 788-7XFg AE00601 STORAGE Long term storage of your machine will .... AE00889 Engine Perform the following steps to "OFF". 3. Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug, pour about one tablespoon of the generator and apply a rust inhibitor. 4. Store the generator in a dry, well-ventilated place, with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since fuel may deteriorate painted surfaces or plastic parts. 2. Extract the fuel...
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... spark plug area. 9 To prevent FIRE HAZARDS be sure to "START". V Consult a Yamaha dealer. - 35 - G Does not come on H Comes on . M Engine does not start. Consult a Yamaha dealer. R Check the following 9 Fuel cock clogging 9 Air cleaner element clogging. AE00515 Generator won't produce power •Safety device (AC protector) to "Reset"···...
... spark plug area. 9 To prevent FIRE HAZARDS be sure to "START". V Consult a Yamaha dealer. - 35 - G Does not come on H Comes on . M Engine does not start. Consult a Yamaha dealer. R Check the following 9 Fuel cock clogging 9 Air cleaner element clogging. AE00515 Generator won't produce power •Safety device (AC protector) to "Reset"···...
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...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...37) TCI BPR4ES (NGK) 0.7 - 0.8 (0.028 - 0.031) 60 * : Measured at rated operation from 7 m (23 ft) distance. 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...
...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...37) TCI BPR4ES (NGK) 0.7 - 0.8 (0.028 - 0.031) 60 * : Measured at rated operation from 7 m (23 ft) distance. 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...
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.... Parts used in warranty repairs will be warranted for the balance of charge, repair or replace, at Yamaha's option, any subsequent purchaser(s), it is imperative that new Yamaha consumer generators purchased from an authorized Yamaha consumer generator dealer in the continental United States will the warranty be inspected and registered for warranty by an authorized...
.... Parts used in warranty repairs will be warranted for the balance of charge, repair or replace, at Yamaha's option, any subsequent purchaser(s), it is imperative that new Yamaha consumer generators purchased from an authorized Yamaha consumer generator dealer in the continental United States will the warranty be inspected and registered for warranty by an authorized...