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AE00022 EF2800i/YG2800i OWNER'S MANUAL © 2003 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. 1st Edition, August 2003 All rights reserved. Printed in the location as shown. NUMBER: MODEL PRI-I .D. AE00011 MACHINE IDENTIFICATION The machine serial number is stamped in Japan. NOTE: The first three digits of these numbers are the unit production number. er. is stolen. Keep a record of these I .D., and serial numbers in the spaces...
AE00022 EF2800i/YG2800i OWNER'S MANUAL © 2003 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. 1st Edition, August 2003 All rights reserved. Printed in the location as shown. NUMBER: MODEL PRI-I .D. AE00011 MACHINE IDENTIFICATION The machine serial number is stamped in Japan. NOTE: The first three digits of these numbers are the unit production number. er. is stolen. Keep a record of these I .D., and serial numbers in the spaces...
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... SWITCH.......10 DC PROTECTOR 11 G.F.C.I . AE00041 CONTENTS LIMITED WARRANTY (EF- 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 24 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT.........24 ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT ..........25 MUFFLER SCREEN AND SPARK ARRESTER 26 AIR FILTER...
... SWITCH.......10 DC PROTECTOR 11 G.F.C.I . AE00041 CONTENTS LIMITED WARRANTY (EF- 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 24 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT.........24 ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT ..........25 MUFFLER SCREEN AND SPARK ARRESTER 26 AIR FILTER...
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... stated limitations. Installation of proper maintenance. AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY. YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. WARRANTY TRANSFER: To transfer the warranty from this warranty shall include parts replaced due to genuine Yamaha parts. AND EDL-SERIES GENERATOR LIMITED WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. DURING THE PERIOD OF WARRANTY any authorized Yamaha consumer generator dealer will be inspected and registered for inspection and repairs at Yamaha's option...
... stated limitations. Installation of proper maintenance. AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY. YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. WARRANTY TRANSFER: To transfer the warranty from this warranty shall include parts replaced due to genuine Yamaha parts. AND EDL-SERIES GENERATOR LIMITED WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. DURING THE PERIOD OF WARRANTY any authorized Yamaha consumer generator dealer will be inspected and registered for inspection and repairs at Yamaha's option...
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...ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. Installation of charge, repair or replace, at Yamaha's option, any failures caused by: a. c. Accident or collision damage. Give notice to any...parts replaced due to faulty workmanship or material from defects in the appropriate Owner's Manual; 2. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. and YG-series generators purchased from an authorized Yamaha industrial generator dealer in warranty repairs will , free of parts...
...ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. Installation of charge, repair or replace, at Yamaha's option, any failures caused by: a. c. Accident or collision damage. Give notice to any...parts replaced due to faulty workmanship or material from defects in the appropriate Owner's Manual; 2. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. and YG-series generators purchased from an authorized Yamaha industrial generator dealer in warranty repairs will , free of parts...
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... warranty is expected to Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. Yes, if you . Box 6555 Cypress, California 90630 This will ensure that items requiring special tools or equipment be transfered upon your Yamaha model name, engine number, dealer number (or dealer's name) as oil and spark plugs. These terms are a qualified mechanic and follow the procedures specified in the Owner's Manual instead of purchase. Q. Q. Q. What...
... warranty is expected to Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. Yes, if you . Box 6555 Cypress, California 90630 This will ensure that items requiring special tools or equipment be transfered upon your Yamaha model name, engine number, dealer number (or dealer's name) as oil and spark plugs. These terms are a qualified mechanic and follow the procedures specified in the Owner's Manual instead of purchase. Q. Q. Q. What...
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...~zzzz rpm AT NO LOAD FUEL: THIS ENGINE IS CERTIFIED TO OPERATE ON UNLEADED GASOLINE. GARDEZ LA MACHINE AU SEC EN TOUTES CIRCONSTANCES. 7TA-24162-10 5 IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY : zzzzzzzzzzzz E M REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS. THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO PHASE 2 U.S.EPA REGULATIONS FOR SMALL NONROAD ENGINES. ENGINE OIL: SAE 10W-30 TYPE SE EX: z.zz~z.zz -4- KEEP...
...~zzzz rpm AT NO LOAD FUEL: THIS ENGINE IS CERTIFIED TO OPERATE ON UNLEADED GASOLINE. GARDEZ LA MACHINE AU SEC EN TOUTES CIRCONSTANCES. 7TA-24162-10 5 IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY : zzzzzzzzzzzz E M REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS. THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO PHASE 2 U.S.EPA REGULATIONS FOR SMALL NONROAD ENGINES. ENGINE OIL: SAE 10W-30 TYPE SE EX: z.zz~z.zz -4- KEEP...
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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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... then pull the recoil starter. w The engine can be turned to "OFF" when using electric devices that require a large starting current, such as a compressor or a submergible pump. - 10 - The engine will not start , turn the engine switch to the connected load. If the oil warning light flickers for a few seconds, the engine oil is switched on. Add oil and restart. 700-027c AE00122 ENGINE SWITCH The engine switch...
... then pull the recoil starter. w The engine can be turned to "OFF" when using electric devices that require a large starting current, such as a compressor or a submergible pump. - 10 - The engine will not start , turn the engine switch to the connected load. If the oil warning light flickers for a few seconds, the engine oil is switched on. Add oil and restart. 700-027c AE00122 ENGINE SWITCH The engine switch...
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... out 3, the equipment e plugged into the receptacle may be in good condition, press the reset button firmly until a click is detected. Have the equipment inspected and 763-060a repaired by a qualified repairperson before ...YG2800i) w The G.F.C.I . This will restore power. w TO REDUCE THE CHANCE OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK: 9 Do not attempt to operate equipment if the ground fault circuit interrupter reset button pops out repeatedly during use it turns off automatically when the load exceeds the generator rated output. cC 763-188a Reduce the load to the maintenance instructions...
... out 3, the equipment e plugged into the receptacle may be in good condition, press the reset button firmly until a click is detected. Have the equipment inspected and 763-060a repaired by a qualified repairperson before ...YG2800i) w The G.F.C.I . This will restore power. w TO REDUCE THE CHANCE OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK: 9 Do not attempt to operate equipment if the ground fault circuit interrupter reset button pops out repeatedly during use it turns off automatically when the load exceeds the generator rated output. cC 763-188a Reduce the load to the maintenance instructions...
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...2.96 US gal) Your Yamaha engine has been designed to use regular unleaded gasoline with any part of the fuel filter or it may overflow when the fuel heats up later and expands. 9 Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately. 9 After refueling, make sure the tank cap is used. AE00845 PRE-OPERATION CHECK ... the engine has been run. ened securely. 707-051 - 12 - Avoid touching the engine and muffler while they are still hot with a pump octane number ((R + M)/2) of 86 or higher, or research octane number of 91 or higher. 707-001 1 Fuel level gauge "F" Full "E" Empty w 9 Fuel is highly...
...2.96 US gal) Your Yamaha engine has been designed to use regular unleaded gasoline with any part of the fuel filter or it may overflow when the fuel heats up later and expands. 9 Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately. 9 After refueling, make sure the tank cap is used. AE00845 PRE-OPERATION CHECK ... the engine has been run. ened securely. 707-051 - 12 - Avoid touching the engine and muffler while they are still hot with a pump octane number ((R + M)/2) of 86 or higher, or research octane number of 91 or higher. 707-001 1 Fuel level gauge "F" Full "E" Empty w 9 Fuel is highly...
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AE00955 OPERATION q NOTE: The generator has been shipped without engine oil. Turn the engine switch to the "ON" position. 1 "ON" q 705-037 2. Turn the fuel cock lever to the "7" (ON) position. B 9 Turn the economy control switch to the "3" (OFF) position. 761-073 å EF2800i ∫ YG2800i 1 3 "OFF" q 763-126b 1. q 1 7 "ON" 763-084h - 14 - Fill with oil or it will not start. 700-006a A 1 Upper level AE00989 STARTING THE ENGINE NOTE: 761-062a 9 Before starting the engine, do not connect any electric devices.
AE00955 OPERATION q NOTE: The generator has been shipped without engine oil. Turn the engine switch to the "ON" position. 1 "ON" q 705-037 2. Turn the fuel cock lever to the "7" (ON) position. B 9 Turn the economy control switch to the "3" (OFF) position. 761-073 å EF2800i ∫ YG2800i 1 3 "OFF" q 763-126b 1. q 1 7 "ON" 763-084h - 14 - Fill with oil or it will not start. 700-006a A 1 Upper level AE00989 STARTING THE ENGINE NOTE: 761-062a 9 Before starting the engine, do not connect any electric devices.
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... portable generator to provide power to such equipment. - 16 - AE01000 APPLICATION RANGE AC DC Power factor EF2800i YG2800i 1 -2,500W 0.8-0.95 -2,000W 0.4-0.75 (Efficiency 0.85) -850W Rated voltage 12V Rated current 10A NOTE: 9 "-" means below. 9 Application wattage indicates when each device is used by itself. 9 The simultaneous usage of AC and DC power is within generator rated output otherwise generator...
... portable generator to provide power to such equipment. - 16 - AE01000 APPLICATION RANGE AC DC Power factor EF2800i YG2800i 1 -2,500W 0.8-0.95 -2,000W 0.4-0.75 (Efficiency 0.85) -850W Rated voltage 12V Rated current 10A NOTE: 9 "-" means below. 9 Application wattage indicates when each device is used by itself. 9 The simultaneous usage of AC and DC power is within generator rated output otherwise generator...
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.... When the overload indicator light comes on and power generation stops, proceed as a compressor or a submergible pump. After checking, restart the engine. AE00788 Overload indicator light The overload indicator light 1 comes on when an overload of connected electric devices within the application range. 3. The electronic breaker will not stop the engine. 2. However, this is detected, the inverter control unit...
.... When the overload indicator light comes on and power generation stops, proceed as a compressor or a submergible pump. After checking, restart the engine. AE00788 Overload indicator light The overload indicator light 1 comes on when an overload of connected electric devices within the application range. 3. The electronic breaker will not stop the engine. 2. However, this is detected, the inverter control unit...
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... Clearance when engine is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. ** : Related to emission control system. - 22 - Check breather 3.* C**rankcase breather system hose for leakage. No. Pre-Ope- w Stop the engine before starting maintenance work. Adjust gap and clean. Replace 0 if necessary. 4.* I*d*le speed Check and adjust engine idle speed. 0 Check for cracks or damage. Check oil level 0 6. Air Filter Replace...
... Clearance when engine is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. ** : Related to emission control system. - 22 - Check breather 3.* C**rankcase breather system hose for leakage. No. Pre-Ope- w Stop the engine before starting maintenance work. Adjust gap and clean. Replace 0 if necessary. 4.* I*d*le speed Check and adjust engine idle speed. 0 Check for cracks or damage. Check oil level 0 6. Air Filter Replace...
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... 300 Hr 0 9. Generation Check the pilot light comes on. 0 15. receptacle (for replacement. No. Correct if 0 necessary. * : It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. ** : Related to emission control system. cC Use only Yamaha specified genuine parts for YG2800i) Check operation *Repair if necessary. 0 Check all fittings 16.* Fittings/ Fasteners and fasteners. Fuel Line Check fuel hose for...
... 300 Hr 0 9. Generation Check the pilot light comes on. 0 15. receptacle (for replacement. No. Correct if 0 necessary. * : It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. ** : Related to emission control system. cC Use only Yamaha specified genuine parts for YG2800i) Check operation *Repair if necessary. 0 Check all fittings 16.* Fittings/ Fasteners and fasteners. Fuel Line Check fuel hose for...
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... proper- Press to "ON". Engine oil system Insufficient 2 Oil level is low .... Replace gasket. Compression Insufficient 2 Worn out piston and cylinder .... Clean carburetor. 705-037a 2. Consult dealer. 4. AE00785 Generator won 't start 1. Fuel systems No fuel supplied to "OFF" .... Stop the engine, then restart. 2 Safety device (DC protector) to combustion chamber. 2 No fuel in fuel cock .... AE00512 TROUBLESHOOTING Engine won 't produce power 2 Safety device (AC) to...
... proper- Press to "ON". Engine oil system Insufficient 2 Oil level is low .... Replace gasket. Compression Insufficient 2 Worn out piston and cylinder .... Clean carburetor. 705-037a 2. Consult dealer. 4. AE00785 Generator won 't start 1. Fuel systems No fuel supplied to "OFF" .... Stop the engine, then restart. 2 Safety device (DC protector) to combustion chamber. 2 No fuel in fuel cock .... AE00512 TROUBLESHOOTING Engine won 't produce power 2 Safety device (AC) to...
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... spark plug. 9 Type: 9 Gap: w 9 To prevent FIRE HAZARDS be sure fuel is not present in the spark plug area. 9 To prevent FIRE HAZARDS be sure to "ON", then pull the recoil starter and check if the oil warining light flickers. Consult a Yamaha dealer. L Incorrect Replace or Adjust Gap. G Level low Add engine oil. R Consult a Yamaha dealer. - 32 - AE00515 A ENGINE DOES NOT START B Turn the engine switch to place the spark plug...
... spark plug. 9 Type: 9 Gap: w 9 To prevent FIRE HAZARDS be sure fuel is not present in the spark plug area. 9 To prevent FIRE HAZARDS be sure to "ON", then pull the recoil starter and check if the oil warining light flickers. Consult a Yamaha dealer. L Incorrect Replace or Adjust Gap. G Level low Add engine oil. R Consult a Yamaha dealer. - 32 - AE00515 A ENGINE DOES NOT START B Turn the engine switch to place the spark plug...
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.... 4. Pour a cup of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil into the tank. 3. Then stop pulling. (This prevents the cylinder and valves from rusting). 3. spoon of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil into the spark plug hole and reinstall the spark plug. Pull the recoil starter until you feel compression. Drain the fuel tank, fuel cock, and carburetor float bowl. Shake the tank to guard against...
.... 4. Pour a cup of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil into the tank. 3. Then stop pulling. (This prevents the cylinder and valves from rusting). 3. spoon of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil into the spark plug hole and reinstall the spark plug. Pull the recoil starter until you feel compression. Drain the fuel tank, fuel cock, and carburetor float bowl. Shake the tank to guard against...
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... protector - 35 - AE00701 SPECIFICATIONS AE00702 DIMENSIONS Overall Length Overall Width Overall Height Dry Weight Unit mm (in) mm (in) mm (in) kg (lb) EF2800i/YG2800i 487 (19.2) 395 (15.6) 425 (16.7) 29 (63.9) 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...
... protector - 35 - AE00701 SPECIFICATIONS AE00702 DIMENSIONS Overall Length Overall Width Overall Height Dry Weight Unit mm (in) mm (in) mm (in) kg (lb) EF2800i/YG2800i 487 (19.2) 395 (15.6) 425 (16.7) 29 (63.9) 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...