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... The machine serial number is expressly prohibited. er. numbers in a separate place in Japan. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of this machine. Printed in case your new Yamaha. This manual will provide you with a good basic understanding of the operation and maintenance of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. EF1600/EF2600/YG2600 OWNER'S MANUAL © 2003 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. 1st...
... The machine serial number is expressly prohibited. er. numbers in a separate place in Japan. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of this machine. Printed in case your new Yamaha. This manual will provide you with a good basic understanding of the operation and maintenance of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. EF1600/EF2600/YG2600 OWNER'S MANUAL © 2003 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. 1st...
Owners Manual
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... SWITCH (N.F.B 10 G.F.C.I . AND EDL-SERIES 1 LIMITED WARRANTY (EC- AE00041 CONTENTS LIMITED WARRANTY (EF- RECEPTACLE 11 PRE-OPERATION CHECK 12 FUEL 12 ENGINE OIL 13 GROUND (Earth 13 OPERATION 14 STARTING THE ENGINE 14 APPLICATION RANGE 15 CONNECTION 16 STOPPING THE ENGINE 17 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 18 MAINTENANCE CHART 18 SPARK PLUG INSPECTION............20 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT .......20 ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT .........21 AIR FILTER 22 FUEL COCK 23 FUEL TANK FILTER...
... SWITCH (N.F.B 10 G.F.C.I . AND EDL-SERIES 1 LIMITED WARRANTY (EC- AE00041 CONTENTS LIMITED WARRANTY (EF- RECEPTACLE 11 PRE-OPERATION CHECK 12 FUEL 12 ENGINE OIL 13 GROUND (Earth 13 OPERATION 14 STARTING THE ENGINE 14 APPLICATION RANGE 15 CONNECTION 16 STOPPING THE ENGINE 17 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 18 MAINTENANCE CHART 18 SPARK PLUG INSPECTION............20 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT .......20 ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT .........21 AIR FILTER 22 FUEL COCK 23 FUEL TANK FILTER...
Owners Manual
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... warranted for inspection and repairs at Yamaha's option, any authorized Yamaha consumer generator dealer will be warranted for this warranty shall include parts replaced due to faulty workmanship or material from the date of charge, repair or replace, at such dealer's place of proper maintenance. GENERAL EXCLUSIONS from an authorized Yamaha consumer generator dealer in the appropriate Owner's Manual; 2. Abnormal strain, neglect...
... warranted for inspection and repairs at Yamaha's option, any authorized Yamaha consumer generator dealer will be warranted for this warranty shall include parts replaced due to faulty workmanship or material from the date of charge, repair or replace, at such dealer's place of proper maintenance. GENERAL EXCLUSIONS from an authorized Yamaha consumer generator dealer in the appropriate Owner's Manual; 2. Abnormal strain, neglect...
Owners Manual
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... are not qualitatively equivalent to an authorized Yamaha industrial generator dealer of any subsequent purchaser(s), it is imperative that new Yamaha EC- Installation of parts or accessories that time for inspection and repairs at Yamaha's option, any authorized Yamaha industrial generator dealer will be one (1) year from this service. SPECIFIC EXCLUSIONS from the date of Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW...
... are not qualitatively equivalent to an authorized Yamaha industrial generator dealer of any subsequent purchaser(s), it is imperative that new Yamaha EC- Installation of parts or accessories that time for inspection and repairs at Yamaha's option, any authorized Yamaha industrial generator dealer will be one (1) year from this service. SPECIFIC EXCLUSIONS from the date of Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW...
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... do recommend, however, that Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. If a question or problem arises regarding warranty, first contact the owner of oil; Since all of the recommended maintenance shown in the Owner's Manual? A. Q. Yes, if you . Q. Each Yamaha generator dealer is limited to : 1. CUSTOMER RELATIONS DEPARTMENT P.O. and so on a new Yamaha cannot be transfered upon your Yamaha model name, engine number, dealer number (or dealer's name) as...
... do recommend, however, that Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. If a question or problem arises regarding warranty, first contact the owner of oil; Since all of the recommended maintenance shown in the Owner's Manual? A. Q. Yes, if you . Q. Each Yamaha generator dealer is limited to : 1. CUSTOMER RELATIONS DEPARTMENT P.O. and so on a new Yamaha cannot be transfered upon your Yamaha model name, engine number, dealer number (or dealer's name) as...
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... TOUTES CIRCONSTANCES. 7NJ-24162-10 4 IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY : zzzzzzzzzzzz E M REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS. NOTE: Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary. 1 2 3 792-004 WARNING Electrocution Or property damage can occur: Do not connect this machine. Refer to any building 's electrical system unless an isolation switch has been installed by a licensed electrician.
... TOUTES CIRCONSTANCES. 7NJ-24162-10 4 IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY : zzzzzzzzzzzz E M REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS. NOTE: Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary. 1 2 3 792-004 WARNING Electrocution Or property damage can occur: Do not connect this machine. Refer to any building 's electrical system unless an isolation switch has been installed by a licensed electrician.
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...63732;100 meters for cross section of w generator or main line power to the building. mal operating power returns if unit is the connection point for line repair. AE00086 EXTENSION CORD NOTES 9 When using an extension cord, its total length should be...occur when nor- ing's electrical system, a licensed electrician must install an isolation (transfer) switch in parallel with any other generator. 1 Correct w 2 Incorrect AE00091 CONNECTION w q Before the generator can electrocute or injure line 741-040a maintenance personnel. The switch is used without an isolation...
...63732;100 meters for cross section of w generator or main line power to the building. mal operating power returns if unit is the connection point for line repair. AE00086 EXTENSION CORD NOTES 9 When using an extension cord, its total length should be...occur when nor- ing's electrical system, a licensed electrician must install an isolation (transfer) switch in parallel with any other generator. 1 Correct w 2 Incorrect AE00091 CONNECTION w q Before the generator can electrocute or injure line 741-040a maintenance personnel. The switch is used without an isolation...
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... oil, the engine will not run. Add oil and restart. The engine will not start , turn the engine switch to the specified generator rated output if the AC switch (N.F.B.) turns off. AE00131 AC SWITCH (N.F.B.) The AC switch (Non-Fuse Breaker) turns off automatically when the load exceeds the generator rated output. 1 I "ON" 2 3 "OFF" cC Reduce the load to "ON" position and then pull the recoil starter. AE00111 OIL...
... oil, the engine will not run. Add oil and restart. The engine will not start , turn the engine switch to the specified generator rated output if the AC switch (N.F.B.) turns off. AE00131 AC SWITCH (N.F.B.) The AC switch (Non-Fuse Breaker) turns off automatically when the load exceeds the generator rated output. 1 I "ON" 2 3 "OFF" cC Reduce the load to "ON" position and then pull the recoil starter. AE00111 OIL...
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...Yamaha engine has been designed to use regular unleaded gasoline with any spilled fuel immediately. 9 After refueling, make sure the tank cap is sufficient fuel in the tank. w The engine and muffler will be made each time the generator is used. Avoid touching the engine and muffler while they are still hot with a pump octane number...9 Do not fill above the top of the fuel filter or it may overflow when the fuel heats up later and expands. 9 Wipe up any part of your body or clothing during inspection or repair. 741-001 AE00856 FUEL Make sure there is tight- 707-051 ened securely...
...Yamaha engine has been designed to use regular unleaded gasoline with any spilled fuel immediately. 9 After refueling, make sure the tank cap is sufficient fuel in the tank. w The engine and muffler will be made each time the generator is used. Avoid touching the engine and muffler while they are still hot with a pump octane number...9 Do not fill above the top of the fuel filter or it may overflow when the fuel heats up later and expands. 9 Wipe up any part of your body or clothing during inspection or repair. 741-001 AE00856 FUEL Make sure there is tight- 707-051 ened securely...
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... "SAFETY INFORMATION" on page 6. 741-029a - 13 - Fill with oil or it will not start. 700-006 AE00241 GROUND (Earth) Make sure to ground (earth) the generator. cC The generator has been shipped without engine oil. Add oil as necessary. 700-068 1 Upper level q 700-110 0°C 25...°C A YAMALUBE 4(10W-30) D SAE 10W C SAE #20 B SAE #30 32°F 80°F 700-065 Recommended oil: å YAMALUBE 4 (10W-30) or SAE 10W-30 type SE motor oil...
... "SAFETY INFORMATION" on page 6. 741-029a - 13 - Fill with oil or it will not start. 700-006 AE00241 GROUND (Earth) Make sure to ground (earth) the generator. cC The generator has been shipped without engine oil. Add oil as necessary. 700-068 1 Upper level q 700-110 0°C 25...°C A YAMALUBE 4(10W-30) D SAE 10W C SAE #20 B SAE #30 32°F 80°F 700-065 Recommended oil: å YAMALUBE 4 (10W-30) or SAE 10W-30 type SE motor oil...
Owners Manual
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Turn the fuel cock lever to start . 1 Upper level AE00854 STARTING THE ENGINE 761-027 ON NOTE: 9 Before starting the engine, do not connect any electric devices. 9 Turn the AC switch (N.F.B.) to the "ON" position. 1 7 "ON" 763-084h q 701-025a 3. q 700-006a AE00955 OPERATION NOTE: The generator has been shipped without engine oil. Turn the choke lever to the "1" position. 1 Choke...
Turn the fuel cock lever to start . 1 Upper level AE00854 STARTING THE ENGINE 761-027 ON NOTE: 9 Before starting the engine, do not connect any electric devices. 9 Turn the AC switch (N.F.B.) to the "ON" position. 1 7 "ON" 763-084h q 701-025a 3. q 700-006a AE00955 OPERATION NOTE: The generator has been shipped without engine oil. Turn the choke lever to the "1" position. 1 Choke...
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... is within generator rated output otherwise generator damage will occur. Examples include some medical equipment, personal computers, and some inverters that sense peak and RMS voltage values. Turn the choke lever back to the operating position. 704-010 6. Pull slowly on any portable generator to provide power to such equipment. - 15 - After the engine starts, warm up the engine until it...
... is within generator rated output otherwise generator damage will occur. Examples include some medical equipment, personal computers, and some inverters that sense peak and RMS voltage values. Turn the choke lever back to the operating position. 704-010 6. Pull slowly on any portable generator to provide power to such equipment. - 15 - After the engine starts, warm up the engine until it...
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... an AC switch turns off again, consult a Yamaha dealer. - 16 - Wind the power lead 2 or 3 turns around frame. å EF1600/EF2600 ∫ YG2600 761-029 2. AE00851 CONNECTION Alternating Current (AC) A B cC 9 Be sure all electric devices including the lines and plug connections are in . 9 Be sure the total load is within generator rated output. 9 Be sure...
... an AC switch turns off again, consult a Yamaha dealer. - 16 - Wind the power lead 2 or 3 turns around frame. å EF1600/EF2600 ∫ YG2600 761-029 2. AE00851 CONNECTION Alternating Current (AC) A B cC 9 Be sure all electric devices including the lines and plug connections are in . 9 Be sure the total load is within generator rated output. 9 Be sure...
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... safe operation. Check oil level 0 Replace 0 0 Clean. w Stop the engine before starting maintenance work. Engine Oil ** 7. Check and adjust engine idle speed. 0 Check for leakage. Replace if 0 necessary. * : It is 0 cold. Retighten or *replace gasket 0 if necessary. Item 1. *S*park Plug 2.* *V*alve Clearance 3.* C**rankcase breather system 4.* I*d*le speed 5. *E*xhaust System 6. Check muffler screen and spark arrester. Adjust gap and clean. Air Filter Remarks Check condition. Pre...
... safe operation. Check oil level 0 Replace 0 0 Clean. w Stop the engine before starting maintenance work. Engine Oil ** 7. Check and adjust engine idle speed. 0 Check for leakage. Replace if 0 necessary. * : It is 0 cold. Retighten or *replace gasket 0 if necessary. Item 1. *S*park Plug 2.* *V*alve Clearance 3.* C**rankcase breather system 4.* I*d*le speed 5. *E*xhaust System 6. Check muffler screen and spark arrester. Adjust gap and clean. Air Filter Remarks Check condition. Pre...
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... Use only Yamaha specified genuine parts for further attention. - 19 - receptacle *Repair if 0 necessary. Item 8. Check operation. 15. Check all fittings 16.* Fittings/ Fasteners and fasteners. Correct if 0 necessary. * : It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. ** : Related to emission control system. Fuel Filter Remarks Clean fuel cock and fuel tank filter. Ask an authorized Yamaha dealer for replacement. Fuel Line...
... Use only Yamaha specified genuine parts for further attention. - 19 - receptacle *Repair if 0 necessary. Item 8. Check operation. 15. Check all fittings 16.* Fittings/ Fasteners and fasteners. Correct if 0 necessary. * : It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. ** : Related to emission control system. Fuel Filter Remarks Clean fuel cock and fuel tank filter. Ask an authorized Yamaha dealer for replacement. Fuel Line...
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... shock could occur. Receptacle Operation Correct Incorrect 4. w Do not operate the generator with the hole in the reset button. Start the engine. 2. If the G.F.C.I . Have the generator repaired by a qualified mechanic. - 25 - NOTE: Align the spark arrester projection with a faulty G.F.C.I . Install the muffler screen. Turn the AC switch (N.F.B.) to the "ON" position. 3. Press the test button 1, then check...
... shock could occur. Receptacle Operation Correct Incorrect 4. w Do not operate the generator with the hole in the reset button. Start the engine. 2. If the G.F.C.I . Have the generator repaired by a qualified mechanic. - 25 - NOTE: Align the spark arrester projection with a faulty G.F.C.I . Install the muffler screen. Turn the AC switch (N.F.B.) to the "ON" position. 3. Press the test button 1, then check...
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... .... Clean carburetor. 705-037a 2. Poor spark 2 Spark plug dirty with carbon or wet .... Consult dealer. 2 Loose cylinder head nuts .... Electrical systems 2 Engine switch to combustion chamber. 2 No fuel in fuel cock .... Supply fuel. 707-001 2 Clogged fuel line .... Consult dealer. 763-084i 4. Replace gasket. 760-009 - 26 - AE00512 TROUBLESHOOTING Engine won't start 1. Fuel systems No fuel supplied to "ON". Engine oil system Insufficient 2 Oil level is low .... Add engine oil. 700...
... .... Clean carburetor. 705-037a 2. Poor spark 2 Spark plug dirty with carbon or wet .... Consult dealer. 2 Loose cylinder head nuts .... Electrical systems 2 Engine switch to combustion chamber. 2 No fuel in fuel cock .... Supply fuel. 707-001 2 Clogged fuel line .... Consult dealer. 763-084i 4. Replace gasket. 760-009 - 26 - AE00512 TROUBLESHOOTING Engine won't start 1. Fuel systems No fuel supplied to "ON". Engine oil system Insufficient 2 Oil level is low .... Add engine oil. 700...
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F OK Consult a Yamaha dealer. 791-001c G Level low Add engine oil. K Check the spark plug. 9 Type: 9 Gap: L Incorrect Replace or Adjust Gap. 791-001d M OK Clean the spark plug. R Consult a Yamaha dealer. - 27 - N Check the following 9 Fuel cock clogging O Clogged 9 Air cleaner element clogging. 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. 9 To...
F OK Consult a Yamaha dealer. 791-001c G Level low Add engine oil. K Check the spark plug. 9 Type: 9 Gap: L Incorrect Replace or Adjust Gap. 791-001d M OK Clean the spark plug. R Consult a Yamaha dealer. - 27 - N Check the following 9 Fuel cock clogging O Clogged 9 Air cleaner element clogging. 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. 9 To...
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... the spark plug. Remove the spark plug, pour about one table- Pull the recoil starter until you feel compression. The generator must remain in a dry, well-ventilated place, with oil. 2. Then stop pulling. (This prevents the cylinder and valves from rusting). 3. Drain the fuel tank, fuel cock, and carburetor float bowl. spoon of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil into the tank. 3. Recoil start the engine by...
... the spark plug. Remove the spark plug, pour about one table- Pull the recoil starter until you feel compression. The generator must remain in a dry, well-ventilated place, with oil. 2. Then stop pulling. (This prevents the cylinder and valves from rusting). 3. Drain the fuel tank, fuel cock, and carburetor float bowl. spoon of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil into the tank. 3. Recoil start the engine by...
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... (23.3) 487 (19.2) 534 (21.0) 46.5 (102.5) 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 EF1600 EF2600 YG2600 Forced air cooled 4-stroke ... (A) 65 67 67 * : 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 EF1600 120 60 11.7 1.4 EF2600 120 60 19.2 2.3 NFB YG2600 120 60 19.2 2.3 -...
... (23.3) 487 (19.2) 534 (21.0) 46.5 (102.5) 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 EF1600 EF2600 YG2600 Forced air cooled 4-stroke ... (A) 65 67 67 * : 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 EF1600 120 60 11.7 1.4 EF2600 120 60 19.2 2.3 NFB YG2600 120 60 19.2 2.3 -...