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...FUEL 33 ENGINE 33 EXHAUST EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM AND COMPONENTS 34 SPECIFICATIONS 35 DIMENSIONS 35 ENGINE 35 GENERATOR 35 WIRING DIAGRAM 36 EF2800i 36 YG2800i 37 RECEPTACLE TEST (for YG2800i 11 PRE-OPERATION CHECK 12 FUEL 12 ENGINE OIL 13 GROUND (Earth 13 OPERATION 14 STARTING ...THE ENGINE 14 APPLICATION RANGE 16 CONNECTION 17 STOPPING THE ENGINE 21 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 22 MAINTENANCE CHART 22 SPARK PLUG INSPECTION ...
...FUEL 33 ENGINE 33 EXHAUST EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM AND COMPONENTS 34 SPECIFICATIONS 35 DIMENSIONS 35 ENGINE 35 GENERATOR 35 WIRING DIAGRAM 36 EF2800i 36 YG2800i 37 RECEPTACLE TEST (for YG2800i 11 PRE-OPERATION CHECK 12 FUEL 12 ENGINE OIL 13 GROUND (Earth 13 OPERATION 14 STARTING ...THE ENGINE 14 APPLICATION RANGE 16 CONNECTION 17 STOPPING THE ENGINE 21 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 22 MAINTENANCE CHART 22 SPARK PLUG INSPECTION ...
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...'s and Service Manual. Yes, if you are handled at any authorized Yamaha generator dealer within the continental United States. We do not operate or maintain my new Yamaha exactly as oil and spark plugs. Explain the operation, maintenance, and warranty requirements to help you have... purchased your new generator, please advise us of "abnormal" strain, neglect, or abuse? A....
...'s and Service Manual. Yes, if you are handled at any authorized Yamaha generator dealer within the continental United States. We do not operate or maintain my new Yamaha exactly as oil and spark plugs. Explain the operation, maintenance, and warranty requirements to help you have... purchased your new generator, please advise us of "abnormal" strain, neglect, or abuse? A....
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EF2800i !3 q w !2 !3 u !1 !3 !3 t y AE00101 CONTROL FUNCTION AE00102 DESCRIPTION 1 Fuel tank 2 Fuel tank cap i 3 Fuel cock o !0 4 Air filter cover 5 Spark plug 6 Muffler 7 Choke knob 8 Ground (Earth) terminal 9 Oil filler cap 0 Oil drain plug q Recoil starter w Fuel level gauge e e Carrying handles (shaded) r AE00103 CONTROL PANEL 1 Engine switch 2 Economy control switch 3 DC receptacle 4 AC receptacle 5 Ground (Earth) terminal 6 DC protector 7 Overload indicator light 8 AC pilot light 9 Oil warning light qw e r oiu y t -8-
EF2800i !3 q w !2 !3 u !1 !3 !3 t y AE00101 CONTROL FUNCTION AE00102 DESCRIPTION 1 Fuel tank 2 Fuel tank cap i 3 Fuel cock o !0 4 Air filter cover 5 Spark plug 6 Muffler 7 Choke knob 8 Ground (Earth) terminal 9 Oil filler cap 0 Oil drain plug q Recoil starter w Fuel level gauge e e Carrying handles (shaded) r AE00103 CONTROL PANEL 1 Engine switch 2 Economy control switch 3 DC receptacle 4 AC receptacle 5 Ground (Earth) terminal 6 DC protector 7 Overload indicator light 8 AC pilot light 9 Oil warning light qw e r oiu y t -8-
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AE00102 YG2800i DESCRIPTION !3 q w !2 !3 1 Fuel tank 2 Fuel tank cap u 3 Fuel cock 4 Air filter cover 5 Spark plug i 6 Muffler 7 Choke knob o 8 Ground (Earth) terminal !1 !0 9 Oil filler cap 0 Oil drain plug 793-084 q Recoil starter !3 !3 w Fuel level gauge e Carrying handles (shaded) AE00103 CONTROL PANEL t e 1 Engine switch r 2 Economy control switch y 3 DC receptacle 4 AC receptacle 5 G.F.C.I. receptacle 6 Ground (Earth) terminal 7 DC protector 8 Overload indicator light 9 AC pilot light 0 Oil warning light qw e r !0 o i u yt -9- 793-085
AE00102 YG2800i DESCRIPTION !3 q w !2 !3 1 Fuel tank 2 Fuel tank cap u 3 Fuel cock 4 Air filter cover 5 Spark plug i 6 Muffler 7 Choke knob o 8 Ground (Earth) terminal !1 !0 9 Oil filler cap 0 Oil drain plug 793-084 q Recoil starter !3 !3 w Fuel level gauge e Carrying handles (shaded) AE00103 CONTROL PANEL t e 1 Engine switch r 2 Economy control switch y 3 DC receptacle 4 AC receptacle 5 G.F.C.I. receptacle 6 Ground (Earth) terminal 7 DC protector 8 Overload indicator light 9 AC pilot light 0 Oil warning light qw e r !0 o i u yt -9- 793-085
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... working near batteries. w Never smoke or make and break connections at the battery while charging. Antidote: EXTERNAL-Flush with milk of water or milk. Keep sparks, flame, cigarettes, etc., away. Sparks may ignite the battery gas. contains sulfuric (sulphuric) acid. Follow with water.
... working near batteries. w Never smoke or make and break connections at the battery while charging. Antidote: EXTERNAL-Flush with milk of water or milk. Keep sparks, flame, cigarettes, etc., away. Sparks may ignite the battery gas. contains sulfuric (sulphuric) acid. Follow with water.
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... months or 50 Hr or 100 Hr or 300 Hr 0 Check and adjust 2.* *V*alve Clearance when engine is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. ** : Related to emission control system. - 22 - Replace 0 if necessary. 4.* I*d*le speed Check and adjust engine idle speed. 0 Check for cracks or damage. Clean/ 0 replace... gap and clean. AE00401 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AE00403 MAINTENANCE CHART Regular maintenance is most important for best performance and safe operation. No. Check muffler screen and spark arrester.
... months or 50 Hr or 100 Hr or 300 Hr 0 Check and adjust 2.* *V*alve Clearance when engine is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. ** : Related to emission control system. - 22 - Replace 0 if necessary. 4.* I*d*le speed Check and adjust engine idle speed. 0 Check for cracks or damage. Clean/ 0 replace... gap and clean. AE00401 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AE00403 MAINTENANCE CHART Regular maintenance is most important for best performance and safe operation. No. Check muffler screen and spark arrester.
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... The carburetor is a vital part of the engine. Check the spark plug type and gap. Adjusting should periodically remove and inspect the spark plug. 1. Install the spark plug. Standard Spark Plug: a BPR4ES (NGK) Spark Plug Gap: 760-001a 0.7-0.8 mm (0.028-0.031 in) a Gap... 3. Check for discoloration and remove the carbon. 760-023 Standard electrode color: Tan Color 2. AE00971 SPARK PLUG INSPECTION You should be left to a Yamaha...
... The carburetor is a vital part of the engine. Check the spark plug type and gap. Adjusting should periodically remove and inspect the spark plug. 1. Install the spark plug. Standard Spark Plug: a BPR4ES (NGK) Spark Plug Gap: 760-001a 0.7-0.8 mm (0.028-0.031 in) a Gap... 3. Check for discoloration and remove the carbon. 760-023 Standard electrode color: Tan Color 2. AE00971 SPARK PLUG INSPECTION You should be left to a Yamaha...
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... q 3. Avoid touching the engine and muffler while they 741-001 are still hot with any part of the muffler screen and spark arrester. 5. Use a flathead screw driver to avoid damaging or scratching of your body or clothing during inspection or repair. AE00443 MUFFLER SCREEN ...AND SPARK ARRESTER w The engine and muffler will be very hot after the engine has been run. q 1. Replace them if damaged. 711-050 - 26 - Remove the spark arrester. 1 Spark arrester 711-054e 711-022 4. Remove the muffler screen. 1 Screen...
... q 3. Avoid touching the engine and muffler while they 741-001 are still hot with any part of the muffler screen and spark arrester. 5. Use a flathead screw driver to avoid damaging or scratching of your body or clothing during inspection or repair. AE00443 MUFFLER SCREEN ...AND SPARK ARRESTER w The engine and muffler will be very hot after the engine has been run. q 1. Replace them if damaged. 711-050 - 26 - Remove the spark arrester. 1 Spark arrester 711-054e 711-022 4. Remove the muffler screen. 1 Screen...
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w q 711-054d 6. Install the muffler screen. 711-067a - 27 - NOTE: Align the spark arrester projection with the hole in the muffler pipe. 1 Projection 2 Hole 7. Install the spark arrester.
w q 711-054d 6. Install the muffler screen. 711-067a - 27 - NOTE: Align the spark arrester projection with the hole in the muffler pipe. 1 Projection 2 Hole 7. Install the spark arrester.
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Fuel systems No fuel supplied to combustion chamber. 2 No fuel in fuel cock .... Clean fuel cock. 2 Clogged carburetor .... AE00785 Generator won 't start 1. Electrical systems 2 Engine switch to reset the DC protector. - 31 - Compression Insufficient 2 Worn out piston and cylinder ... Safety device (AC) to "OFF" .... Tighten nuts proper- Stop the engine, then restart. 2 Safety device (DC protector) to "OFF" .... Poor spark 2 Spark plug dirty with carbon or wet .... Consult dealer. 4. Clean carburetor. 705-037a 2. Add engine oil. 700-006 763-084i 760-009 3. Engine oil ...
Fuel systems No fuel supplied to combustion chamber. 2 No fuel in fuel cock .... Clean fuel cock. 2 Clogged carburetor .... AE00785 Generator won 't start 1. Electrical systems 2 Engine switch to reset the DC protector. - 31 - Compression Insufficient 2 Worn out piston and cylinder ... Safety device (AC) to "OFF" .... Tighten nuts proper- Stop the engine, then restart. 2 Safety device (DC protector) to "OFF" .... Poor spark 2 Spark plug dirty with carbon or wet .... Consult dealer. 4. Clean carburetor. 705-037a 2. Add engine oil. 700-006 763-084i 760-009 3. Engine oil ...
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...warining light flickers. E Check engine oil level. J Engine starts. Consult a Yamaha dealer. H Pull the recoil starter and check the spark plug for spark strength. (See "WARNING") F OK Consult a Yamaha dealer. M OK Clean the spark plug. AE00515 A ENGINE DOES NOT START B Turn the engine switch to ...place the spark plug as far way as possible from the spark plug hole and carburetor area....
...warining light flickers. E Check engine oil level. J Engine starts. Consult a Yamaha dealer. H Pull the recoil starter and check the spark plug for spark strength. (See "WARNING") F OK Consult a Yamaha dealer. M OK Clean the spark plug. AE00515 A ENGINE DOES NOT START B Turn the engine switch to ...place the spark plug as far way as possible from the spark plug hole and carburetor area....
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... prevents the cylinder and valves from rusting). 3. Pour a cup of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil into the tank. 3. Remove the spark plug, pour about one table- Store the generator in a vertical position when stored, carried or operated. 712-010 - 33 - Shake the tank to coat the cylinder walls with ignition off...
... prevents the cylinder and valves from rusting). 3. Pour a cup of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil into the tank. 3. Remove the spark plug, pour about one table- Store the generator in a vertical position when stored, carried or operated. 712-010 - 33 - Shake the tank to coat the cylinder walls with ignition off...
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...Yamaha dealer. - 34 - The acronyms conform to the latest version of the SAE's recommended practice document J1930, "Diagnostic Acronyms, Terms, and Definitions For Electrical/Electronic System". ASSY., LH. & JT CARB (Carburetor) CARBURETOR2 9 C.D.I EI (Electronic Ignition) MAGNETO ASSY. & PLUG, SPARK... 9 CRANKCASE1 & HEAD PCV (Positive Crankcase CYLINDER1 Ventilation) 9 AIR FILTER ASSY ACL (Air Cleaner) 9 MUFF., 2, CAP, NET, WIRE2 & ARRESTER, SPARK The above items and the corresponding acronyms are provided in ...
...Yamaha dealer. - 34 - The acronyms conform to the latest version of the SAE's recommended practice document J1930, "Diagnostic Acronyms, Terms, and Definitions For Electrical/Electronic System". ASSY., LH. & JT CARB (Carburetor) CARBURETOR2 9 C.D.I EI (Electronic Ignition) MAGNETO ASSY. & PLUG, SPARK... 9 CRANKCASE1 & HEAD PCV (Positive Crankcase CYLINDER1 Ventilation) 9 AIR FILTER ASSY ACL (Air Cleaner) 9 MUFF., 2, CAP, NET, WIRE2 & ARRESTER, SPARK The above items and the corresponding acronyms are provided in ...
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... AE00704 ENGINE Type Cylinder Arrangement Displacement Bore × Stroke Rated Output Operation Hours Fuel Fuel Tank Capacity Engine Oil Quantity Ignition System Spark Plug: Type Spark Plug: Gap Noise Level* Unit cm3 mm (in) kW(HP)/r/min Hr L (Imp gal, US gal) L (Imp qt... 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 Safty Device: Type DC Output Rated voltage V Rated current A Safety Device: Type EF2800i/YG2800i 120 60 20.8 2.5 Electronic 12 10 DC protector - 35 -...
... AE00704 ENGINE Type Cylinder Arrangement Displacement Bore × Stroke Rated Output Operation Hours Fuel Fuel Tank Capacity Engine Oil Quantity Ignition System Spark Plug: Type Spark Plug: Gap Noise Level* Unit cm3 mm (in) kW(HP)/r/min Hr L (Imp gal, US gal) L (Imp qt... 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 Safty Device: Type DC Output Rated voltage V Rated current A Safety Device: Type EF2800i/YG2800i 120 60 20.8 2.5 Electronic 12 10 DC protector - 35 -...
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...) terminal 8 Economy control switch 9 Overload indicator light 0 DC receptacle q DC protector (breaker) w Engine switch e Oil warning light r Oil warning unit t Oil level gauge y Ignition coil u Spark plug i AC-CDI unit o Pulser coil p Stepping motor - 36 -
...) terminal 8 Economy control switch 9 Overload indicator light 0 DC receptacle q DC protector (breaker) w Engine switch e Oil warning light r Oil warning unit t Oil level gauge y Ignition coil u Spark plug i AC-CDI unit o Pulser coil p Stepping motor - 36 -
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AE00751 WIRING DIAGRAM YG2800i q Y Y YY YY Y R Y Y WB w LL LL e r w O G/Y O O G/Y O G Y R L O w ROO R R G/Y BR @0 @1 G/Y B/W G Y R L O !9 R G/Y B/W G/Y W/L B/W (B) (R) R G/Y B/W G/Y W/L B/W G/Y G/Y B/W Br R Br RR R BR Gy Y Br O RB Y B/W OO R B Y B/W O O R R Y L R Y L B/W L u Br y Br t R G/Y G/Y R Ro B Y B/W R... w DC protector (breaker) e Engine switch r Oil warning light t Oil warning unit y Oil level gauge u Ignition coil i Spark plug o AC-CDI unit p Pulser coil a Stepping motor !7 !6 !8 B 770-038b Color code B Black Br Brown G Green...
AE00751 WIRING DIAGRAM YG2800i q Y Y YY YY Y R Y Y WB w LL LL e r w O G/Y O O G/Y O G Y R L O w ROO R R G/Y BR @0 @1 G/Y B/W G Y R L O !9 R G/Y B/W G/Y W/L B/W (B) (R) R G/Y B/W G/Y W/L B/W G/Y G/Y B/W Br R Br RR R BR Gy Y Br O RB Y B/W OO R B Y B/W O O R R Y L R Y L B/W L u Br y Br t R G/Y G/Y R Ro B Y B/W R... w DC protector (breaker) e Engine switch r Oil warning light t Oil warning unit y Oil level gauge u Ignition coil i Spark plug o AC-CDI unit p Pulser coil a Stepping motor !7 !6 !8 B 770-038b Color code B Black Br Brown G Green...