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Summary of Contents for IG3500E

Page 1: ...operation manual INVERTER IG3500E GENERATOR ...

Page 2: ...11 Oil Warning Light 12 Overload Indicator Light Red 12 AC Pilot Light Green 13 DC Protector 13 Ground Earth Terminal 13 Parallel Operation Outlets 13 Brake Pre Operation 14 Fuel 15 Engine oil Operation 16 Operation 16 Staring the engine 17 Stopping the engine 18 Alternating Current AC connection 19 Battery Charging 20 AC Parallel Operation 21 AC Parallel Operation Applications 22 Application Rang...

Page 3: ...k Plug Inspection 26 Carburetor Adjustment 27 Clean Fuel Filter 27 Engine Oil Replacement 28 Air Filter 28 Muffler Screen Storage 30 Drain the Fuel 30 Engine Troubleshooting 31 Engine Can t Start 31 Generator Won t Produce Power Parameters 32 Parameters Wiring Diagram 33 120V ...

Page 4: ...machine By knowing how best to operate this machine you will be better positioned to show others who may also operate the unit This manual contains information for the complete range of ECHO BEARCAT generators and was written to take you from the safety requirements to the operating functions of your machine You can refer back to the manual at any time to help troubleshoot any specific operat ing ...

Page 5: ... t follow instructions CAUTION you CAN be HURT if you don t follow instructions NOTICE your generator or other property could be damaged if you don t follow instructions Save these Instructions Safety Warnings This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death Hazard Symbols...

Page 6: ...e generating set must not be connected to other power sources such as the power company supply main Protection against electrical shock depends on circuit breaker specially matched to the generating set Due to high mechanical stresses only tough rubber sheathed flexible cable in accordance with ICE 245 or the equivalent should be used When using extension lines or mobile distribution networks the ...

Page 7: ...away from buildings or other structures Only operate generators in a dry well ventilated area Keep exhaust pipe clear of foreign objects Keep generator away from open flame No Smoking Keep generator on a stable and level surface Do not block generator air vents with paper or other material DO NOT place any heavy objects on the generator Select and place the generator in the proper position of the ...

Page 8: ...orless gas are produced during operation which may lead to suffocation Only use the generator in well ventilated areas Warning Dangerous voltages are present when the generator is in operation Generator must always be switched off before performing maintenance works Wear ear protection when operating the generator Disconnect all devices from the connections before performing maintenance work befor...

Page 9: ...t 11 Oil filler cap 12 Air cleaner 13 Carburetor 14 Spark plug 15 Left cover 16 Oil observation window Control Function Description control panel 120V 1 AC receptacle 2 AC receptacle 3 AC circuit breaker 4 Multimeter 5 3 in 1 switch knob 6 DC protector 7 DC receptacle 8 Electric Start 9 ESC engine start control 10 Parallel receptacle 11 Ground terminal ...

Page 10: ...Fuel is switched on Choke is switched on The engine can be start TIP The choke is not required to start a warm engine 1 ON When the ESC switch is turned to ON the economy control unit controls the engine speed according to the connected load The results are better fuel consumption and less noise 2 OFF When the ESC switch is turned to OFF the engine runs at the rated 3100r min Regard less of whethe...

Page 11: ...ndicating the character of DC alternative indication of DC and digit I Output over current of generator Output short circuit of generator Over heat of generator Maintenance time digital display meter 1 Multimeter 2 Liquid crystal display 3 Operating key 4 Oil warming light 5 Overload indicator light 6 AC pilot light When the oil level falls below the lower level the oil warning light comes on and ...

Page 12: ...mes on and 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 4 After checking restart the engine TIP The overload indicator light may come on for a few seco...

Page 13: ...low the speci fied rated output of the generator if the DC protector turns off If the DC protector turns off again stop using the device immediately and consult a franchised dealer This is the terminal for connecting special cables for parallel running of two generator The parallel running requires two generator and the special cables The rated output in parallel running is 5 6Kva and the rated cu...

Page 14: ...ine and muffler while they are still hot with any part of your body or clothing during inspection or repair warning Fuel is highly flammable and poisonous Check SAFETY INFORMATION See page 2 5 carefully before filling Do not overfill the fuel tank otherwise it may overflow when the fuel warms up and expands After filling the fuel make sure the fuel tank cap is tightened securely Immediately wipe o...

Page 15: ...ngine until filled with the sufficient engine oil Do not tilt the generator when adding engine oil This could result in overfilling and damage to the engine Recommended engine oil SAE 10W 30 Recommended engine oil grade API Service SE type or higher Engine oil quantity 0 6 L engine oil ...

Page 16: ...a Relative humidity 30 The output of the generator varies due to change temperature altitude lower air pressure at higher altitude and humidity The output of the generator is reduced when the temperature the humidity and the altitude are higher than standard atmospheric conditions Additionally the load must be reduced when using in confined areas as generator cooling is affected starting the engin...

Page 17: ...ator from falling over when pulling the recoil starter After the engine starts warm up the engine until the engine does not stop when the choke knob is returned to the ON position 3 TIP When starting the engine with the ESC ON and there is no load on the generator In ambient temperature below 0ºC 32ºF the engine will run at the rated 3600r min for 5 minutes to warm up the engine In ambient tempera...

Page 18: ...th the generator When the electric device is earthed always the generator must be earthed 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 before increasing engine speed to rated rpm Most motorized appliances require more than their electrical rating for startup When an electrica...

Page 19: ...ead to the positive battery terminal 3 Connect the black battery charger lead to the negative battery terminal 4 Turn the ESC OFF to start battery charging NOTICE Be sure the ESC is turned off while charging the battery Be sure to connect the red battery charger lead to the positive battery terminal and connect the black lead to the negative battery terminal Do not reverse these positions Connect ...

Page 20: ... the main generator or companion generator following the instructions supplied with the cable kit 2 Start the engines and make sure the output indicator green on each generator comes on 3 Plug an appliance into the AC receptacle 4 Turn on the appliance warning Never smoke or use broken connectors on the battery while charging Sparks may ignite the battery gas Battery electrolyte is poisonous and d...

Page 21: ...ke sure that the combined electrical rating of the tools or appliance does not exceed that of the generator Never connect different generator models Don t remove the parallel operation cable when the generator operation For single generator operation the parallel operation cable must be removed warning Substantial overloading that continuously lights the overload indicator red may damage the gener...

Page 22: ... 1 0 8 0 95 0 4 0 75 Efficiency 0 85 IG3500E 3 000W 2 400W 1 200W Rated voltage 12V Rated current 8A 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 Generator rated output 3 000V A Frequency Power factor AC 1 0 3 000W 0 8 2 400W DC 96W 12V 8A ...

Page 23: ...event electrical interference from the engine Also ensure that electrical noise from the engine does not interfere with any other electrical devices located near the generator If the generator is to supply medical equipment advice should first be obtained from the manufacturer a medical professional or hospital Some electrical appliances or general purpose electric motors have high starting curren...

Page 24: ...familiar with maintenance work have a servicing dealer do it for your safety warning Stop the engine before starting maintenance work Item Routine Pre operation check daily 6 Months 100 Hours 12 Months 300 Hours Spark Plug Check condition Clean and replace if necessary x Fuel Check fuel level and leakage x Fuel Hose Check fuel hose for cracks or damage Replace if necessary x Oil Check oil level in...

Page 25: ... clearance Check and adjust when engine is cold Fittings fasteners Check all fittings and fasteners Correct if necessary The point where abnormality was recognized by use x 1 Initial replacement of the engine oil is one month or after 20 hours of operation 2 The air filter needs to be cleaned more frequently when using in un usually wet or dusty areas Since these items require tools and technical ...

Page 26: ...around the center electrode of spark plug should be a medium to light tan color 5 Check the spark plug type and gap Standard spark plug BPR6ES BP6ES GK F7RTC F7TC Spark plug gap 0 6 0 7mm 6 Install the spark plug TIP If a torque wrench is not available when installing a spark plug a good esti mate of the correct torque is 1 4 1 2 turn past finger tight However the spark plug should be tightened to...

Page 27: ... 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 2 Unscrew the screw 1 and take off the sight glass of engine oil 2 3 Lift and tilt the machine take off the end cap 3 at the bottom plate of machine 4 Remove the oil filler cap 5 Place an oil pan under the engine remove the oil drain bolt 6 drain the oil from the oil ...

Page 28: ...o air leak The engine should never run without the air filter excessive poisonous gas will lead to piston and cylinder wear 6 Install the air filter case cover in its original position NOTICE Do not tilt the generator when adding engine oil This could result in overfilling and damage to the engine Don t allow foreign objects to fall into engine Oil and gasoline could pollute the environment don t ...

Page 29: ...e forest areas Doing so may cause a fire 1 Unscrew 6 bolts 1 and take off shutter 2 2 Remove the muffler screen 3 and remove the bolt 4 3 Clean the carbon on the muffler screen with a wire brush 4 Check the muffler screen and spark ar rester replace if it damaged 5 Install spark arrester ...

Page 30: ... Drain the fuel from the carburetor by loosening the drain screw on the carburetor float chamber 6 Turn the 3 in 1 switch to OFF 7 Tighten the drain screw Perform the following steps to protect the cylinder piston ring etc from corrosion 1 Remove the spark plug pour about one table spoon of SAE 10W 30 into the spark plug hole and reinstall the spark plug 2 Recoil start the engine by turning over s...

Page 31: ...r 2 Engine Oil System Oil level is low Add engine oil 3 Electrical Systems Put the 1 in 3 switch to CHOKE and pull the recoil starter Poor spark Spark plug dirty with carbon or wet Remove carbon or wipe spark plug dry Faulty ignition system Consult a franchised dealer generator won t produce power Safety device DC protector to OFF Press the DC protector to ON The AC pilot light Green goes off Stop...

Page 32: ...12 8 Overload Protect DC Non fuse Protector AC Control by inverter overload protect program Engine Engine Powerease Engine type Single cylinder 4 stroke forced air cooling OHV Displacement cc 212 Fuel type Unleaded Gasoline Fuel tank capacity L 10 Continue Running Time at rated power h 5 5 Oil Tank Capacity L 0 6 Spark Model No BPR6ES BP6ES NGK F7RTC F7TC Starting mode Recoil Start Electric Start ...

Page 33: ...33 wiring diagram Wiring Diagram 120V Tuning coil Inductor DC Coil ...

Page 34: ...34 1 888 625 4520 service bearcatproducts com ...

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