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... prohibited. Printed in case your machine, please consult a Yamaha dealer. NOTE: The first three digits of these numbers for model identification; CODE SERIAL No. Keep a record of these I .D., and serial numbers in the spaces provided, to assist you in the location as shown. AE00022 EF2800i/YG2800i OWNER'S MANUAL © 2003 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. 1st Edition, August 2003 All rights reserved...
... prohibited. Printed in case your machine, please consult a Yamaha dealer. NOTE: The first three digits of these numbers for model identification; CODE SERIAL No. Keep a record of these I .D., and serial numbers in the spaces provided, to assist you in the location as shown. AE00022 EF2800i/YG2800i OWNER'S MANUAL © 2003 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. 1st Edition, August 2003 All rights reserved...
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... MAINTENANCE CHART 22 SPARK PLUG INSPECTION 24 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT.........24 ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT ..........25 MUFFLER SCREEN AND SPARK ARRESTER 26 AIR FILTER 28 FUEL COCK 29 FUEL TANK FILTER 29 G.F.C.I . AND EDL-SERIES 1 LIMITED WARRANTY (EC- RECEPTACLE (for YG2800i 30 TROUBLESHOOTING 31 STORAGE 33 DRAIN THE FUEL 33 ENGINE 33 EXHAUST EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM AND COMPONENTS 34 SPECIFICATIONS 35 DIMENSIONS 35 ENGINE 35 GENERATOR 35 WIRING DIAGRAM 36 EF2800i 36...
... MAINTENANCE CHART 22 SPARK PLUG INSPECTION 24 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT.........24 ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT ..........25 MUFFLER SCREEN AND SPARK ARRESTER 26 AIR FILTER 28 FUEL COCK 29 FUEL TANK FILTER 29 G.F.C.I . AND EDL-SERIES 1 LIMITED WARRANTY (EC- RECEPTACLE (for YG2800i 30 TROUBLESHOOTING 31 STORAGE 33 DRAIN THE FUEL 33 ENGINE 33 EXHAUST EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM AND COMPONENTS 34 SPECIFICATIONS 35 DIMENSIONS 35 ENGINE 35 GENERATOR 35 WIRING DIAGRAM 36 EF2800i 36...
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...YOU. AE01119 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U.S.A. Any Yamaha non-commercial generator purchased and utilized for commercial or rental applications will the warranty be to: 1. Parts used in material or workmanship for inspection and repairs at such dealer's place of business. Installation of the... at Yamaha's option, any authorized Yamaha consumer generator dealer will be inspected and registered for this warranty to remain in effect, this warranty shall include parts replaced due to exclusions noted herein. SPECIFIC EXCLUSIONS from defects in the appropriate Owner's Manual; 2....
...YOU. AE01119 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U.S.A. Any Yamaha non-commercial generator purchased and utilized for commercial or rental applications will the warranty be to: 1. Parts used in material or workmanship for inspection and repairs at such dealer's place of business. Installation of the... at Yamaha's option, any authorized Yamaha consumer generator dealer will be inspected and registered for this warranty to remain in effect, this warranty shall include parts replaced due to exclusions noted herein. SPECIFIC EXCLUSIONS from defects in the appropriate Owner's Manual; 2....
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...-SERIES INDUSTRIAL GENERATOR LIMITED WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. DURING THE PERIOD OF WARRANTY any part adjudged defective by : a. Installation of any and all apparent defects within ten (10) days after discovery, and make the unit available at that the unit be to remain in the appropriate Owner's Manual; 2. Operate and maintain the diesel generator as specified in effect, this service...
...-SERIES INDUSTRIAL GENERATOR LIMITED WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. DURING THE PERIOD OF WARRANTY any part adjudged defective by : a. Installation of any and all apparent defects within ten (10) days after discovery, and make the unit available at that the unit be to remain in the appropriate Owner's Manual; 2. Operate and maintain the diesel generator as specified in effect, this service...
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... the Owner's Manual instead of your Yamaha model name, engine number, dealer number (or dealer's name) as oil and spark plugs. Is the warranty transferable to -date list of purchase. lack of oil; Yes, if you are handled at any authorized Yamaha generator dealer within the continental United States. What responsibility does my dealer have under warranty. BOX 6555 Cypress, California 90630 CHANGE OF...
... the Owner's Manual instead of your Yamaha model name, engine number, dealer number (or dealer's name) as oil and spark plugs. Is the warranty transferable to -date list of purchase. lack of oil; Yes, if you are handled at any authorized Yamaha generator dealer within the continental United States. What responsibility does my dealer have under warranty. BOX 6555 Cypress, California 90630 CHANGE OF...
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... isolation switch has been installed by a licensed electrician. 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. EXHAUST GAS CONTAINS POISONOUS CARBON 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...
... isolation switch has been installed by a licensed electrician. 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. EXHAUST GAS CONTAINS POISONOUS CARBON 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...
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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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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 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.
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..." 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 "ON" position and then pull the recoil starter. NOTE: The economy control switch must be started. 2 5 "STOP" 763-084f Ignition circuit is insufficient. If the oil warning light flickers for a few seconds, the engine oil is switched 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 "ON" position and then pull the recoil starter. NOTE: The economy control switch must be started. 2 5 "STOP" 763-084f Ignition circuit is insufficient. If the oil warning light flickers for a few seconds, the engine oil is switched off...
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...off automatically when the load exceeds the generator rated output. Have the equipment inspected and 763-060a repaired by a qualified repairperson before attempting to use . 9 Test the ground fault circuit interrupter during the pre-operation checks according to the maintenance instructions on page 30. 9 Remember that ...turns off again, consult a Yamaha dealer. AE00780 DC PROTECTOR The DC protector turns off power to the protected receptacles if a ground fault 763-105a (electrical leak) is heard. If the reset button 2 pops out 3, the equipment e plugged into the receptacle may be in...
...off automatically when the load exceeds the generator rated output. Have the equipment inspected and 763-060a repaired by a qualified repairperson before attempting to use . 9 Test the ground fault circuit interrupter during the pre-operation checks according to the maintenance instructions on page 30. 9 Remember that ...turns off again, consult a Yamaha dealer. AE00780 DC PROTECTOR The DC protector turns off power to the protected receptacles if a ground fault 763-105a (electrical leak) is heard. If the reset button 2 pops out 3, the equipment e plugged into the receptacle may be in...
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... 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. w The engine and muffler will be made each time the generator is tight- AE00845...
... 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. w The engine and muffler will be made each time the generator is tight- AE00845...
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...-30) or SAE 10W-30 type SE motor oil ∫ SAE #30 ç SAE #20 ∂ SAE 10W Engine oil quantity: 0.6 L (0.53 lmp qt, 0.63 US qt) NOTE: Recommended engine oil classification: API Service "SE" or "SF". Fill with oil or it will not start. 700-006 AE00241 GROUND (Earth) Make sure to ground (earth) the generator. Check "SAFETY INFORMATION" on...
...-30) or SAE 10W-30 type SE motor oil ∫ SAE #30 ç SAE #20 ∂ SAE 10W Engine oil quantity: 0.6 L (0.53 lmp qt, 0.63 US qt) NOTE: Recommended engine oil classification: API Service "SE" or "SF". Fill with oil or it will not start. 700-006 AE00241 GROUND (Earth) Make sure to ground (earth) the generator. Check "SAFETY INFORMATION" on...
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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. B 9 Turn the economy control switch to the "ON" position. 1 "ON" q 705-037 2. Turn the fuel cock lever to the "3" (OFF) position. 761-073 å EF2800i ∫ YG2800i 1 3 "OFF" q 763-126b 1. Turn the engine switch to the "7" (ON) position. AE00955 OPERATION q NOTE: The generator has been shipped without engine oil. 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. B 9 Turn the economy control switch to the "ON" position. 1 "ON" q 705-037 2. Turn the fuel cock lever to the "3" (OFF) position. 761-073 å EF2800i ∫ YG2800i 1 3 "OFF" q 763-126b 1. Turn the engine switch to the "7" (ON) position. AE00955 OPERATION q NOTE: The generator has been shipped without engine oil. q 1 7 "ON" 763-084h - 14 -
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...run- However, this is stopped and then restarted. 9 The overload indicator light may come on , but the engine will then activate, q stopping power generation in the cooling air inlet and around the control unit. After checking, restart the engine. Reduce the total wattage of a connected electrical device is detected, the inverter... ning. Check for a few seconds at first when using electric devices that require a large starting current, such as follows: 1. When the overload indicator light comes on when an overload of connected electric devices within the application range. 3. ...
...run- However, this is stopped and then restarted. 9 The overload indicator light may come on , but the engine will then activate, q stopping power generation in the cooling air inlet and around the control unit. After checking, restart the engine. Reduce the total wattage of a connected electrical device is detected, the inverter... ning. Check for a few seconds at first when using electric devices that require a large starting current, such as follows: 1. When the overload indicator light comes on when an overload of connected electric devices within the application range. 3. ...
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... 0 5. *E*xhaust System if necessary. Check muffler screen and spark arrester. Item 1. *S*park Plug Remarks Check condition. Engine Oil Replace 0 0 ** Clean. 7. Adjust gap and clean. Check breather 3.* C**rankcase breather system hose for leakage. Check oil level 0 6. AE00401 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AE00403 MAINTENANCE CHART Regular maintenance is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. ** : Related to emission control system. - 22...
... 0 5. *E*xhaust System if necessary. Check muffler screen and spark arrester. Item 1. *S*park Plug Remarks Check condition. Engine Oil Replace 0 0 ** Clean. 7. Adjust gap and clean. Check breather 3.* C**rankcase breather system hose for leakage. Check oil level 0 6. AE00401 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AE00403 MAINTENANCE CHART Regular maintenance is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. ** : Related to emission control system. - 22...
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... that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. ** : Related to emission control system. Starting System Check recoil starter operation. 0 ** 13.* Decarbonization More frequently if necessary. 0 14. cC Use only Yamaha specified genuine parts for YG2800i) Check operation *Repair if necessary. 0 Check all fittings 16.* Fittings/ Fasteners and fasteners. Item 8. No. Fuel Filter Remarks Clean fuel cock and fuel tank filter. Generation Check the pilot...
... that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. ** : Related to emission control system. Starting System Check recoil starter operation. 0 ** 13.* Decarbonization More frequently if necessary. 0 14. cC Use only Yamaha specified genuine parts for YG2800i) Check operation *Repair if necessary. 0 Check all fittings 16.* Fittings/ Fasteners and fasteners. Item 8. No. Fuel Filter Remarks Clean fuel cock and fuel tank filter. Generation Check the pilot...
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... spark plug dry. 2 Faulty ignition system .... Consult dealer. 4. Clean fuel cock. 2 Clogged carburetor .... Electrical systems 2 Engine switch to "OFF" .... AE00785 Generator won 't start 1. Stop the engine, then restart. 2 Safety device (DC protector) to "ON". Fuel systems No fuel supplied to combustion chamber. 2 No fuel in fuel cock .... ly. 2 Damaged gasket .... Supply fuel. 707-001 2 Clogged fuel line .... Replace gasket. Press to reset the DC protector. - 31 - Engine oil...
... spark plug dry. 2 Faulty ignition system .... Consult dealer. 4. Clean fuel cock. 2 Clogged carburetor .... Electrical systems 2 Engine switch to "OFF" .... AE00785 Generator won 't start 1. Stop the engine, then restart. 2 Safety device (DC protector) to "ON". Fuel systems No fuel supplied to combustion chamber. 2 No fuel in fuel cock .... ly. 2 Damaged gasket .... Supply fuel. 707-001 2 Clogged fuel line .... Replace gasket. Press to reset the DC protector. - 31 - Engine oil...
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... Replace or Adjust Gap. E Check engine oil level. K Check the 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. N Check the following 9 Fuel cock clogging O Clogged 9 Air cleaner element clogging. Consult a Yamaha dealer. J Engine starts. M OK...
... Replace or Adjust Gap. E Check engine oil level. K Check the 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. N Check the following 9 Fuel cock clogging O Clogged 9 Air cleaner element clogging. Consult a Yamaha dealer. J Engine starts. M OK...
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.... Pull the recoil starter until you feel compression. Store the generator in a vertical position when stored, carried or operated. 712-010 - 33 - spoon of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil into the spark plug hole and reinstall the spark plug. The generator must remain in a dry, well-ventilated place, with ignition off the excess oil. 707-083 AE00621 ENGINE 1. Remove the spark plug, pour...
.... Pull the recoil starter until you feel compression. Store the generator in a vertical position when stored, carried or operated. 712-010 - 33 - spoon of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil into the spark plug hole and reinstall the spark plug. The generator must remain in a dry, well-ventilated place, with ignition off the excess oil. 707-083 AE00621 ENGINE 1. Remove the spark plug, pour...
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...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.... 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...
...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.... 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...