ERMA 2000iN, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL DIGITAL INVERTER GENERATOR 2000iN 4 STROKE ENGINE PLEASE BE SURE TO READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING YOUR GENERATOR ...

Page 2: ...can t be reproduced without written permission z Pay special attention to the following works z If a problem should arises or if you have any questions about them consult an authorized dealer Generator is designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions Read and understand the Owner s Manual before operating the generator Failure to do so could result in personal ...

Page 3: ...ire 5 8 Risk of fire 6 9 Risk of injury and property damage when transporting generator 7 10 Risk from lifting 7 11 Risk of unsafe operation 8 12 Risk of breathing inhalation hazard 9 13 Risk of moving parts 9 14 Additional safety rules for generators 10 15 Unpacking 13 16 SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS 13 17 Know your product 15 18 Pre operation check 18 19 Starting the engine 21 20 Stopping the engine 2...

Page 4: ...nerator maintenance 27 24 Storage Transportation 27 25 Maintenance schedule 30 26 Spark plugs 31 27 Engine oil replacement 32 28 Air filter 33 29 SPARK ARRESTER MAINTENANCE 34 30 Cleaning 36 31 Repairs 36 32 General inspection 36 33 Troubleshooting 37 ...

Page 5: ...t making it easy to maintain and operate 2 Environmental protection Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste All tools hoses and packaging should be sorted taken to the local recycling center and disposed of in an environmentally safe way 3 Scope of product This product is suited for home and camping applications It will allow you to run equipment like outdoor lights comput...

Page 6: ... switch OFF Cooling system Forced air Ignition system Full transistor Oil capacity 0 40L Fuel tank capacity 3 2L Generator Model EM2000iN AC output Rated voltage V 220 230 240 110 120 Rated Frequency Hz 50 60 Rated ampere A 7 3 6 9 6 7 14 5 13 3 Rated output KVA 1 6 Max output KVA 1 8 DC output Only for charging 12V automotive batteries Maximum charging output 8 3A for CE 50Hz Only for charging 12...

Page 7: ... which you are working Do not use power tools and generators in damp or wet locations Keep the work area well lit Do not expose power tools or generators to rain Do not use power tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gases 3 Keep visitors away from the work area All visitors and onlookers especially children and infirm persons should be kept well away from where you are working Do not let ...

Page 8: ...tay alert Watch what you are doing Use common sense Do not operate a tool when you are tired 14 Check for damaged parts Before using a tool check that there are no damaged parts If a part is slightly damaged carefully determine if it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment of moving parts binding of moving parts breakage of parts proper mounting and any other co...

Page 9: ...ould charge conductive surfaces in contact with the generator Place generator on low conductivity surface such as a concrete slab ALWAYS operate generator a minimum of 2 meters from any conductive surface Use of worn damaged or ungrounded extension cords Contact with worn or damaged extension cords could result in electrocution Use of ungrounded corsets could prevent operation of circuit breakers ...

Page 10: ...eed has been factory set to provide safe operation Tampering with the engine speed adjustment could result in overheating of attachments and could cause a fire Never attempt to speed up the engine to obtain more performance The output of this generator is electronically controlled and speeding up the generator will have no effect on the electrical output Inadequate ventilation for generator Materi...

Page 11: ...l leakage during transporting Transport spare fuel only in an approved fuel container Always place generator on a protective mat when transporting to protect against damage to vehicle from leaks Remove generator from vehicle immediately upon arrival at your destination 10 Risk from lifting Hazard What could happen How to prevent it Lifting a very heavy object Serious injury can result from attempt...

Page 12: ...l fires Keep children or others away from the generator at all times Operation of the generator in the presence of explosive or dangerous gasses Operation on the generator in such an environment may result in causing a fire or explosion from the generator or connected appliances Never operate the generator in conditions where explosive gases or chemicals may be present This includes boats pits and...

Page 13: ...ts storage sheds or in any location occupied by humans or animals Keep children pets and others away from area of operating unit 13 Risk of moving parts Hazard What could happen How to prevent it Contact with moving parts can result in serious injury The generator contains parts which rotate at high speed during operation Guarding to prevent injury covers these parts Never operate generator with g...

Page 14: ...uipment damage Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide Never run the generator in an enclosed area Be sure to provide adequate ventilation When installed in ventilated protections are to be observed Stop the engine before refueling Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive under certain Conditions Refuel in a ventilated area Keep away from cigarette smoke and sparks when refueling Alway...

Page 15: ...tention to the warning marks attached to the generator Connections for standby power to a building s electrical system must be made by a qualified electrician and must comply with all applicable laws and electrical codes Improper connections can allow electrical current from the generator to back feed into the utility lines Such back feed may electrocute utility company workers or others who conta...

Page 16: ...gine stopped Wipe up spilled gasoline at once The generator is a potential source of electrical shocks when misused do not operate with wet hands Do not operate the generator in rain or snow and do not let it get wet You MUST unplug any load from the generator before starting and stopping to prevent permanent damage to any appliances The installation and major repair work shall be carried out only...

Page 17: ...s faulty or that a part is missing If you find anything wrong do not operate the tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury 16 SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS CHOKE LEVER special ENGINE fuel SWITCH HOT CAUTION SAFETY CAUTION ...

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Page 19: ...our product 9 6 STARTER GRIP 2 FUEL TANK CAP 5 FRONT SIDE MAINTENANCE COVER 7 ENGINE SWITCH 1 CONTROL PANEL 3 MAINTENANCE COVER SCREW 8 Muffler cover 4 CHOKE LEVER 9 FUEL DRAIN HOSE 10 AC SOCKET 2 3 1 6 8 5 4 7 10 ...

Page 20: ... 17 16 11 SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE COVER 12 MUFFLER 13 DC CIRCUIT PROTECTOR 14 DC SOCKET 15 SMART THROTTLE SWITCH 16 OIL ALERT INDICATOR LIGHT 17 OVERLOAD INDICATOR LIGHT 18 OUTPUT INDICATOR LIGHT 19 AC SOCKET 20 EARTH 12 11 ...

Page 21: ...em does not operate Engine speed is kept over rated speed Smart throttle system does not operate effectively if the electrical appliance requires the momentary electric power When high electrical loads are connected simultaneously turn the smart throttle switch to the OFF position to reduce voltage change In DC operation turn the smart throttle switch to the OFF position 22 FUEL DRAIN SCREW 21 AIR...

Page 22: ... level Fig B 3 If the oil level is below the top of the oil tank housing neck refill with either SAE30 single viscosity 4stroke all the way to the top of the oil tank neck refer to the Engine oil filling replacement section of this instruction manual Fig C NOTE Completely remove the oil filler cap when checking oil level The oil cap is not required for checking oil level 4 If the oil is contaminat...

Page 23: ...rned off by rotating the engine switch 7 to the off position Fig D 2 Check the fuel by a visual check Remove the fuel cap and fuel filter screen reviewing the fuel level Fig E 3 If fuel is low replace the filter screen inside the fuel tank neck Fig F D E F ...

Page 24: ... while engine is running or is hot Check to ensure that the fuel drain screw has been tightened and that fuel is not leaking from the rear outlet tube Note If the fuel drain screw 21 is not tight fuel will be visibly leaking from the fuel drain hose 8 Be careful not to admit dust dirt water or other foreign objects into the fuel Wipe off spilt fuel thoroughly before starting engine Ensure you DO N...

Page 25: ...om the factory 1 Before starting ensure that no electrical apparatus has been connected to the generator 2 Turn the fuel cap vent lever to the on position Fig G 3 Turn the engine switch to the on position Fig H 4 To start a cold engine move the choke lever to the start position In order to restart a warm engine leave the choke lever in the run position Fig I G I H ...

Page 26: ...nd slowly to the original position by hand Fig J Note When the motor is started for the very first time it will require a number of attempts to start until the fuel has traveled from the tank to the motor 6 If the choke lever was on the start position gradually move it to the run position as the engine warms up Fig K J K ...

Page 27: ... to the generator 2 Turn the engine switch 7 to the off position Fig L 3 Turn the fuel 2 vent lever to the off position Fig M Connecting apparatus to the generator Please note that it is not recommended to run the unit over its max output of 1800W for more than a maximum of 20 minutes L M ...

Page 28: ...Check to make sure that the apparatus appliance does not exceed that of the generator Never exceed the maximum power rating of the generator 3 Switch the AC Smart Throttle System 15 if required to the ON position Fig N Note Smart Throttle The Smart Throttle System does not operate effectively if the electrical appliance requires the momentary electric power When operating high electrical loads sim...

Page 29: ...ult of the generator 22 DC Applications The DC output should only be used for recharging 12 volt automotive lead acid type batteries and do not charge batteries while they are connected to a vehicle Make sure they have been totally disconnected prior to connecting to the generator for recharging Note Only use the DC leads provided with this generator when using the DC output When charging a batter...

Page 30: ...r DO NOT place the plug on the ground or on any other surface until the clips are removed from the battery 8 Connect the supplied DC plug lead into the DC socket 14 and connect the alligator clips to the correct polarity Only use the DC cable provided with this generator 9 Press the DC Circuit protector reset button 13 to reset in case the DC supply had previously been overloaded Fig P The generat...

Page 31: ...3 Generator maintenance Your generator should be kept clean and dry at all times The generator should not be stored or operated in an environment that includes excessive moisture dust or any corrosive vapors If these substances are on the generator clean with a cloth or soft bristle brush Do not use a garden hose or anything with water pressure to clean the generator Water may enter the cooling ai...

Page 32: ...mable and explosive under certain conditions Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area a Drain all gasoline from the fuel tank into an approved gasoline container b Turn the engine switch ON and loosen the carburetor drain screw and drain the gasoline from the carburetor into a suitable container Fig Q c Remove the spark plug maintenance cover then Remove the spark plug cap d Pull the sta...

Page 33: ...ip until resistance is felt At this point the piston is coming up on its compression stroke and both the intake and exhaust valves are closed Storing the engine in this position will help to protect it from internal corrosion Fig R R ...

Page 34: ...arrester Clean Fuel sediment cup Clean Valve clearance Check adjust 3 Fuel tank strainer Clean 3 Fuel line Check NOTE 1 Service more frequently when used in dusty areas 2 These items should be serviced by your servicing dealer unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient Refer to shop manual for service procedures 3 For commercial use log hours of operation to determine proper ...

Page 35: ... a wire brush 6 Check for discoloration on the top of the spark plug The standard colour should be a tan colour 7 Check the spark plug gap The acceptable gap should be between 0 6 0 7mm Fig W 8 Install reinstall the spark plug carefully by hand 9 Once the spark pug has been seated tighten with the spark plug wrench 10 Reinstall the spark plug cap on top of the spark plug 11 Reinstall the spark plu...

Page 36: ...ill with recommended oil Fill to the upper limit of the filler neck Fig X Note The recommended 4 stroke engine oils are either SAE30 single viscosity or 10W30 multi viscosity 4 stroke oil CAUTION Check that no foreign material debris dust enters the crankcase 7 Reinstall the oil filler cap 23 8 Reinstall the side maintenance cover 5 and tighten the cover screw 3 Correct disposal of residual fluids...

Page 37: ...ly pushing down on the tab on the top of the air cleaner housing Fig V Once the air cleaner filter cover tab has been released out of the filter housing continue to detach the air filter cover housing by raising the air filter housing cover up and detaching it form the bottom tab Fig Z 3 Now that the air filter housing cover has been removed proceed to remove the air filter by pulling it out towar...

Page 38: ...nly In a dry or wooded area it is recommendable to use the product with a spark arrester Some areas require the use of a spark arrester Please check your local laws and regulations before operating your product The spark arrester must be cleaned regularly to keep it functioning as designed A clogged spark arrester Prevents the flow of exhaust gas Reduces engine output Increases fuel consumption Ma...

Page 39: ...e the spark arrester from the muffler Clean the spark arrester screen Fig e Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen Be careful to avoid damaging the screen Fig f The spark arrester must be free of breaks and holes Replace the spark arrester if it is damaged Install the spark arrester and muffler protector in the reverse order of disassembly b d e f ...

Page 40: ...nlet and outlet louvers of the alternator 4 Take special care to keep the ventilation inlets outlets free from obstruction cleaning with a soft brush followed by a compressed air jet will usually be sufficient to ensure acceptable internal cleanliness 5 Wear eye protection when carrying out cleaning 31 Repairs Only an authorised service centre should repair the generator CAUTION Do not use cleanin...

Page 41: ... the instructions when doing so Alternatively if the choke lever is in full choke position start switch the choke to the run position and try to restart 8 Old Fuel 8 Remove the existing fuel and replace with new AC power supply No electrical output 1 Faulty receptacle 1 Have service center replace receptacle 2 Is the green LED on with motor running and no output 2 YES Try another appliance that is...

Page 42: ... operation owners manual Troubleshooting cont DC circuit breaker continually tripping 1 Overload 1 Reduce load 2 Faulty cords or equipment 2 Check for damaged bare or frayed wires on equipment Replace 3 Incorrect cables used 3 Check to make sure you are using the DC cables supplied with the actual generator Using the incorrect cables could result in the crossing over of polarity Only use the suppl...

Page 43: ...heck and make sure that the generator is located in a appropriately ventilated environment If not relocate the generator to a well ventilated location 5 Generator fuel cap breather set on the closed position 5 Check that the generator fuel cap has the breather located switch located on the on position allowing air to mix with the fuel If the breather cap is located in the off position rotate switc...

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