Echo EGi-3600LN, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...600LN MODEL EGi 3600LN SERIAL NUMBER EGi 200615 A0000001 UP This product complies with CAN ICES 2 NMB 2 99922205606 08 2020 ECHO Incorporated WARNING Read and understand all provided literature before use Failure to do so could result in serious injury ...

Page 2: ...indicator light red 15 AC power indicator green 15 DC protector 16 Engine smart control ESC 16 Fuel tank cap 17 Ground Earth terminal 17 Air index 17 Grounding instructions 18 Preparation Fuel 19 Engine oil 19 Pre operation check 20 Operation Operation 21 Starting the engine 22 Stopping the engine 23 Alternating Current AC connection 24 Battery Charging 24 Application range 26 TABLE OF CONTENTS ...

Page 3: ...cement 31 Air filter 32 Muffler screen and spark arrester 33 Fuel tank filter 34 Fuel filter 34 Storage Drain the fuel 35 Engine 36 Troubleshooting Engine won t start 36 Generator won t produce power 37 Specifications 38 Wiring Diagram 39 Warranty Limited warranty statement 39 CARB and EPA warranty statement 41 TABLE OF CONTENTS ...

Page 4: ...r machine You can refer back to the manual at any time to help troubleshoot any specific operating functions so store it with the machine at all times Attention Read through the complete manual prior to the initial use of your generator INTRODUCTION RECORD IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS If you need to contact an Authorized Dealer or Customer Service line for information on servicing always provide the pro...

Page 5: ... to serious personal injury or death if not avoided The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word CAUTION calls attention to an act or condition which may lead to minor or moderate personal injury if not avoided NOTICE indicates a situation that could result in equipment or damage to other property Ensure all safety measures are observed and adhered to SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY WARNINGS Thi...

Page 6: ...use a generator in enclosed or partially enclosed spaces Generators can produce high levels of carbon monoxide very quickly When you use a portable generator remember that you cannot smell or see carbon monoxide Even if you can t smell exhaust fumes you may still be exposed to carbon monoxide NEVER operate the generator in an explosive atmosphere near combustible materials or where ventilation is ...

Page 7: ... an area of bare ground While fueling the tank keep heat sparks and open flame away Carefully clean up any spilled fuel before starting engine Always fill fuel tank in an area with plenty of ventilation to avoid inhaling dangerous fumes NEVER store fuel for your generator in the home Gasoline propane kerosene and other flammable liquids should be stored outside of living areas in properly labeled ...

Page 8: ... rain or wet conditions To protect from moisture operate it on a dry surface under an open canopy like structure Dry your hands if wet before touching the generator Plug appliances directly into the generator Or use a heavy duty outdoor rated extension cord that is rated in watts or amps at least equal to the sum of the connected appliance loads Check that the entire cord is free of cuts or tears ...

Page 9: ...d possibly cause a fire generator burnout or electric shock hazard Replace damaged or worn cords immediately Do not operate in rain in wet or damp conditions or with wet hands The operator may suffer severe electric shock if the generator is wet due to rain or snow If wet wipe and dry it well before starting Do not pour water directly over the generator nor wash it with water Be extremely careful ...

Page 10: ... instruction manuals and literature in a safe place for future reference Use only LISTED extension cords When a tool or appliance is used outdoors use only extension cords marked For Outdoor Use Extension cords when not in use should be stored in a dry and well ventilated area Always switch off generator s AC circuit breaker and disconnect tools or appliances when not in use before servicing adjus...

Page 11: ...The choke is not required to start a warm engine 10 Electric Recoil 25 50 75 100 110 Oil change indicator Air cleaner maintenance indicator Spark plug maintenance indicator Switch button Fuel level indicator On load indicator Oil alert indicator Inveter alert indicator Inverter running indicator Power display Multi functional digital meter 4 4 3 3 5 5 6 6 7 7 8 8 9 9 10 10 11 11 2 2 1 1 LED FUNCTI...

Page 12: ... but lower than 110 light A B C D turns green red Power higher than 110 light A B C D E turns red A B C D E 25 50 75 100 110 240V 5 Multi functional digital meter Voltage U000 Frequency F00 0 Total working time 000 0 0 1h Working hours at one time 00 00 Switch the display by pushing 4 1 Red Oil change indicator first time indicate after 50hrs and then indicate once every 100hrs Every indicating la...

Page 13: ...13 CONTROL PANEL CONTROL PANEL FUNCTION 1 AC reset 2 ECS Engine Smart Control 3 AC receptacle 4 Parallel function 5 Ground earth terminal 6 USB 7 DC receptacle 8 DC Protector 9 AC breaker 10 Switch knob ...

Page 14: ...or does not start turn the engine switch to ON and then pull the recoil starter If the oil warning light flickers for a few seconds the engine oil level is insufficient Add oil and restart 1 Engine switch fuel valve OFF Ignition circuit is switched off Fuel is switched off The engine will not run 2 Engine switch fuel valve ON Ignition circuit is switched on Fuel is switched on Choke is switched on...

Page 15: ...d power generation stops proceed as follows 1 Turn off any connected electric devices and stop the engine 2 Reduce the total wattage of connected electric devices within the rated output 3 Check for blockages in the cooling air inlet and around the control unit If any blockages are found remove them 4 After checking restart the engine TIP The overload indicator light may come on for a few seconds ...

Page 16: ...rns off If the DC protector turns off again stop using the device immediately and consult your local dealer ENGINE SMART CONTROL ESC 1 ON When the ESC switch is turned to ON the economy control unit controls the engine speed according to the connected load This results in better fuel economy and reduced noise output 2 OFF When the ESC switch is turned to OFF the engine runs at the rated r min 4500...

Page 17: ...s generator must be properly grounded by use of a third wire or have cords that are Double Insulated AIR INDEX An Air Index Information hang tag label is applied to engines certified to an emission durability time period in accordance with the requirements of the California Air Resources Board The bar graph is intended to provide you our customer the ability to compare the emissions performance of...

Page 18: ... it should be at least 1 2 diameter and be listed as material for grounding Drive the rod or pipe to a depth of 8 If a rock bottom is encountered less than 4 feet down bury the rod or pipe in a trench All electrical tools and appliances operated from this generator must be properly grounded by use of a third wire or be Double Insulated It is recommended to 1 Use electrical devices with 3 prong pow...

Page 19: ...ating of 87 or higher Fuel tank capacity 9L 2 2 GAL ENGINE OIL PREPARATION GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Purchase gasoline in small quantities and store in clean approved containers To minimize gum deposits in your fuel system and to insure easy starting do not use gasoline left over from the previous season Do not add oil to the gasoline Consider adding fuel stabilizer before running or starting the ge...

Page 20: ... PREPARATION 1 Place the generator on a level surface 2 Screw the oil service door knob to OPEN and remove the oil service door 3 Screw out the oil plug then screw in sealing plug into the pouring orifice and use the funnel to add the specified amount of oil 4 Screw the oil plug installed oil service door and keep the knob to CLOSE Recommended engine oil SAE SJ 15W 40 Recommended engine oil grade ...

Page 21: ... higher than standard atmospheric conditions Additionally the load must be reduced when using in a confined area as generator cooling is affected We do not recommend using the generator in a confined area as adequate ventilation must be a priority Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation This unit may be equipped with a spark arrester to prevent disc...

Page 22: ... engine The ESC unit operates normally after the above time period while the ESC is ON OPERATION 19 Recoil Turn the switch knob to CHOKE Electric Turn the switch to CHOKE a Ignition circuit is switched on b Fuel is switched on c chock is switched off a Ignition circuit is switched on b Fuel is switched on c Chock is switched off Press the electric start switch as shown in the figure d TIP warm eng...

Page 23: ...the electrical appliance s before connecting to the generator 2 Insert the plug s of the electrical appliance s into the receptacle Be sure that the total wattage of all connected appliances does not exceed the rated output of the generator 3 Turn on the switch of the appliance NOTICE This generator is thoroughly tested and adjusted in the factory If the generator does not produce the specified vo...

Page 24: ...the generator must also be grounded 1 Start the engine 2 Turn the ESC to ON 3 Plug in to AC receptacle 4 Make sure the AC pilot light is on 5 Turn on any electric devices TIP The ESC must be turned to OFF to increase engine speed to rated rpm If the generator is connected to multiple loads please remember to connect the one with the highest starting current first and connect the one with the lowes...

Page 25: ...the battery to determine the end of battery charging Measure the specific gravity of electrolyte to determine if the battery is fully charged At full charge the electrolyte specific gravity is between 1 26 and 1 28 It is advisable to check the specific gravity of the electrolyte at least once every hour to prevent overcharging the battery WARNING Never smoke or make and break connections at the ba...

Page 26: ...iency 0 85 Rated continuous output power 3 000W 2 400W 1 020W Rated voltage 12V TIP Application wattage indicates when each device is used by itself The simultaneous usage of AC and DC power is possible but total wattage should not exceed the rated output EX The overload indicator 1 comes on when total wattage exceeds the application range See page 11 for more details Generator continuous output 3...

Page 27: ...high starting currents and cannot therefore be used even if they lie within the supply ranges given in the above table Consult the equipment manufacturer for further advice MAINTENACE The engine must be properly maintained to ensure its operation is safe economical and free of issues Maintenance replacement or repair of emission control devices and systems may be performed by any engine repair est...

Page 28: ...r high temperature or heavy load change the oil every 25 hours If the engine frequently work under dusty or other severe circumstances clean the air filter element every 10 hours If necessary change the air filter element every 25 hours The maintenance period and the exact time hour the one which comes first should govern If you have missed the scheduled time to maintain your engine do it as soon ...

Page 29: ...Engine or Equipment may be influenced by operation at higher altitudes Proper operation can be ensured by installing an altitude kit when required See the table below to determine when an altitude kit is required Operating this generator without the proper altitude kit installed may increase the engine s emissions and decrease fuel economy and performance Kits may be obtained from any Dealer and s...

Page 30: ...park plug cap and spark plug cover Spark Plug TORCH F6RTC F6TC Spark Plug Gap 0 6 0 8mm 0 024 0 03in MAINTENANCE 2 Insert the handlebar into the tool and turn it counterclockwise to remove the spark plug 3 Check for discoloration and remove the carbon The porcelain insulator around the center electrode of spark plug should be a medium to light tan color 4 Check the spark plug type and gap 1 Remove...

Page 31: ...ngine The oil is hot and should be handled with care to avoid burns 1 Place the generator on a level surface and warm up the engine for several minutes Stop the engine by turning the switch to OFF 2 Remove the screws on the cover and then remove the cover 3 Place an oil pan under the engine 4 Remove the oil fill cap and the oil drain bolt Let oil drain completely 5 Reinstall the oil drain bolt 6 A...

Page 32: ...ut the foam element when squeezing it This could cause it to tear 6 Insert the foam element into the air filter case TIP Be sure the foam element sealing surface matcher is no air leak Foam element Foam element the air filter so there The engine should never run without the foam element excessive piston and cylinder wear may result 7 Install the air filter case cover in its original position and t...

Page 33: ... arrester Check local state and federal laws and regulations A spark arrester is available from authorized servicing dealers MUFFLER SCREEN AND SPARK ARRESTER 0 3 r e t s e r r a k r a p s d n a n e e r c s r e l f f u M 5 6 The engine and muffler will be very hot after the engine has been run Avoid touching the engine and muffler while they are still hot with any part of your body or clothing dur...

Page 34: ...sure the fuel tank cap is tightened securely 6 7 Fuel filter 1 Remove the screws and then remove the cover and drain the fuel 2 Hold and move up the clamp then take off the hose from the tank 1 3 Take out the fuel filter 4 Clean the filter with gasoline 5 Dry the filter and put it bank into tank 6 Install the hose and clamp then open the fuel valve to check whether it is leak 7 Install the cover a...

Page 35: ...off spilled fuel with a clean dry and soft cloth as fuel may deteriorate painted surfaces or plastic parts 3 Start the engine See Page 19 and leave it running until it stops The engine stops in approx 20 minutes by running out of fuel TIP Do not connect any electrical devices unloaded operation Duration of the running engine depends on the amount of the fuel left in the tank 4 Remove the screws an...

Page 36: ...rior of the generator Store the generator in a dry well ventilated place with the cover placed over it cover sold separately TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE WON T START 1 Fuel systems No fuel supplied to combustion chamber No fuel in tank Supply fuel Fuel in tank Fuel tank cap and fuel knob to ON Clogged fuel filter Clean fuel filter Clogged carburetor Clean carburetor 2 Engine oil system Insufficient Oil ...

Page 37: ... Overload protect DC Non fuse protector Engine Engine R210 i Engine type Single cylinder 4 Stroke forced air cooling OHV Displacement cc 212 Fuel type Unleaded gasoline Fuel tank capacity L 9 0 Oil capacity L 0 6 Spark plug model No F6RTC Valve clearance intake exhaust 0 05 0 10 Starting mode Recoil Electric Generator set Length Width Height mm 643 480 498 Net weight kg 46 Spark Arrester Equipped ...

Page 38: ...38 WIRING DIAGRAM WIRING DIAGRAM ...

Page 39: ...CHO Incorporated s responsibility in respect to claims is limited to making the required repairs or replacements and no claim of breach of warranty shall be cause for cancellation or rescission of the contract of sale of any ECHO brand outdoor product Proof of purchase will be required by the dealer to substantiate any warranty claim All warranty work must be performed by an authorized ECHO dealer...

Page 40: ...MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU ECHO INCORPORATED ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO EXPENSE OF RETURNING THE PRODUCT TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR ECHO BRAND OUTDOOR PRODUCTS AND EXPENSE OF DELIVERING IT BACK TO THE OWNER MECHANIC S TRAVEL TIME TELEPHONE OR TELEGRAM CHARGES RENTAL OF A LIKE PRODUCT DURING THE TIME WARRANTY SERVICE IS BEING PERF...

Page 41: ...sions control system Your emissions control system may include parts such as the carburetor or fuel injection system the ignition system catalytic converter fuel tanks fuel lines for liquid fuel and fuel vapors fuel caps valves canisters filters clamps and other associated components Also included may be hoses belts connectors and other emission related assemblies Where a warrantable condition exi...

Page 42: ...ll off road engine equipment is delivered to an ultimate purchaser B General Emissions Warranty Coverage Rato warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent owner that the engine or equipment is Designed built and equipped so as to conform with all applicable regulations adopted by the Air Resources Board and Free from defects in materials and workmanship that causes the failure of a warra...

Page 43: ...ject engine equipment 6 The owner must not be charged for diagnostic labor that leads to the determination that a warranted part is in fact defective provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station 7 Rato is liable for damages to other engine equipment components proximately caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted part 8 Throughout the emissions control system s w...

Page 44: ...tem 4 Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR System EGR valve body and carburetor spacer if applicable EGR rate feedback and control system 5 Air Injection System Air pump or pulse valve Valves affecting distribution of flow Distribution manifold 6 Catalyst or Thermal Reactor System Catalytic converter Thermal reactor Exhaust manifold 7 Particulate Controls Traps filters precipitators and any other device ...

Page 45: ... Control Linkages 13 Purge Valves 14 Gaskets 15 Liquid Vapor Separator 16 Carbon Canister 17 Canister Mounting Brackets 18 Carburetor Purge Port Connector Note As they relate to the evaporative emission control system Rato will furnish with each new small off road engine equipment written instructions for the maintenance and use of the engine equipment by the owner ...

Page 46: ...EED ASSISTANCE WITH THE ASSEMBLY OR OPERATION OF THIS GENERATOR PLEASE CONTACT US AT ECHO Incorporated 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich IL 60047 1 800 432 3246 www echo usa com E mail echo usa custhelp com app ask ...