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Contents

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INTRODUCTION

04

SAFETY

06

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

07

OPERATION

07

Engine switch

07

Recoil starter

07

Fuel valve

08

Choke rod

08

Circuit breaker

08

Ground terminal

09

Oil alert system

09

Pilot lamp

09

DC Terminals

09

DC Circuit Protector

10

GENERATOR USE

10

Connections to a Building’s Electrical System

10

Generator Ground Circuit

11

AC Applications

11

AC Operation

12

DC Operation

13

Disconnecting the battery cables

14

PRE-OPERATION CHECK

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Engine Oil

15

Fuel Recommendation

17

STARTING THE ENGINE

18

STOPPING THE ENGINE

19

MAINTENANCE

19

Maintenance Schedule

20

Engine Oil Change

20

Air Cleaner Service

21

Fuel Sediment Cup Cleaning

22

Spark Plug Service

23

TRANSPORTING/STORAGE

25

TROUBLESHOOTING

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SPECIFICATIONS

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WARRANTY CERTIFICATE

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Warranty

EC

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Congratulations! You have made an excellent choice with the purchase of this
Quality product. Our commitment to quality also includes our service. Should you,
contrary to expectations, experience defects due to material or manufacturing faults during private
use within 36 months of the date of purchase we shall be liable for warranty in accordance with
statutory warranty regulations, provided that: - The device was not put to any use other than the
intended.- Was not overloaded. - Was not used with the wrong accessories. - Repairs were not
carried out by any other than the authorised workshop. The warranty certificate is only valid in
connection with the receipt. Please keep both in a safe place. The warranty does not affect your
statutory rights.
The product is guaranteed for a period of three years beginning on the day of purchase. Keep your
purchase receipt safe as proof of the date of purchase. The guarantee period can only be extended
for the duration of any repair required.
During the warranty period, defective devices can be sent FREIGHT PREPAID to the service address
stated at the end of this booklet. We will, at our discretion either repair or exchange the device in
accordance with warranty legislation.
Please include the following when sending in your product for repair:
1. The receipt (proof of purchase)
2. This warranty certificate with your name, address, contact details and a fault description
completed overleaf.
If the original receipt is not enclosed the repair will be charged for in all cases. After the warranty
has expired you can still send defective devices for repairs FREIGHT PREPAID to the address at the
end of this booklet. Quotes as well as repairs after warranty period are to be paid for in all cases.
Ensure the product is sent well packed as no responsibility can be accepted for items lost or
damaged in transit. This warranty does not affect your statutory rights.

WARRANTY CERTIFICATE

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Year of Manufacture 09/2007

2,800W DUAL VOLTAGE LONG RUN GENERATOR

declare that the design and construction of the following machine, in the form
supplied by us, comply with the requirements of the appropriate EC directives.

Product Description: 

2,800W DUAL VOLTAGE LONG RUN GENERATOR

Model: 

PC2800LR

Appropriate EC directives:

89/336/EEC, 2000/14/EC, 98/37/EC, 73/23/EEC

In accordance with the standards:

EN 55012 : 2002, EN ISO 3744:1995, ISO 8528-10:1998,
EN 12601:2001, EN 60204-1:1997

Helpline No. UK / Northern Ireland 08707 323023    Rep. Ireland 1800 481 005

Web Support : www.omegawolf.com/powercraft

Model Number: PC2800LR

Helpline No. UK / Northern Ireland 08707 323023    Rep. Ireland 1800 481 005

Web Support : www.omegawolf.com/powercraft

Model Number: PC2800LR

We OMEGA WOLF LTD, Kirkby-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, UK

M D Irwin
Quality Department

09/2007

Summary of Contents for PC2800LR

Page 1: ...umber given below Office hours are as follows Mon Fri 8 00am 6 00pm Saturday 8 00am 2 00pm Sunday 10 00am 4 00pm Omega Wolf Ltd Prospect Close Lowmoor Business Park Kirkby In Ashfield Nottinghamshire NG17 7LF UK UK NORTHERN IRELAND 08707 323023 REPUBLIC OF IRELAND 1800 481 005 www omegawolf com powercraft Name Address Contact Telephone No Email Location of purchase Fault Description 2 800W DUAL VO...

Page 2: ...f the date of purchase The guarantee period can only be extended for the duration of any repair required During the warranty period defective devices can be sent FREIGHT PREPAID to the service address stated at the end of this booklet We will at our discretion either repair or exchange the device in accordance with warranty legislation Please include the following when sending in your product for ...

Page 3: ...and without incurring any obligation No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission Safety Message Your safety and the safety of others are very important We have provided important safety messages in this manual and on the generator Please read these messages carefully Specification MODEL PC2800LR Max Output Watts 2800 Cont Output Watts 2500 Phase Single Rated Voltage 23...

Page 4: ... Be sure that anyone who operates the generator receives proper instruction Do not let children operate the generator SAFETY INFORMATION Generators are designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions Read and understand this user s manual before operating your generator You can help prevent accidents by being familiar with your generator s controls and by observi...

Page 5: ...omes very hot during operation and remains hot for a while after stopping the engine Be careful not to touch the silencer while it is hot Let the engine cool before storing the generator indoors Petrol is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks where the generator is refueled or where petrol is stored Refuel in a well ventilated area wit...

Page 6: ...etrol and add some petrol conditioner Drain the carburetor float bowl Drain the fuel sediment bowl Remove the spark plug Put a tablespoon of engine oil into the cylinder Turn the engine slowly with the pull rope to distribute the oil Reinstall the spark plug Change the engine oil After removal from storage drain the stored petrol into a suitable container and fill with fresh petrol before starting...

Page 7: ...move the spark plug 4 Visually inspect the spark plug Discard it if the insulator is cracked or chipped Clean the spark plug with a wire brush if it is to be reused 5 Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge Correct as necessary by carefully bending the side electrode The gap should be 0 70 0 80 mm 0 028 0 031 in 6 Check that the spark plug washer is in good condition and thread the spark plug in ...

Page 8: ...arm water then rinse thoroughly or wash in nonflammable or high flash point solvent Allow the element to dry thoroughly 3 Soak the element in clean engine oil and squeeze out the excess oil The engine will smoke during initial start up if too much oil is left in the element 4 Reinstall the air filter element and the cover Fuel Sediment Bowl Cleaning The sediment bowl prevents dirt or water which m...

Page 9: ...ug securely 3 Refill with the recommended oil and check the level Oil capacity 0 6 Litres Oil Alert System The Oil Alert system is designed to prevent engine damage caused by an insufficient amount of oil in the crankcase Before the oil level in the crankcase can fall below a safe limit the Oil Alert system will automatically shut down the engine the engine switch will remain in the ON position Pi...

Page 10: ...ptacles The system earth is not connected to the AC neutral wire The earth terminal can be used to earth the generator or bond the frame of the generator to the frame of a vehicle but only if it is required by local law or electrical code Before using the earth terminal consult a qualified electrician or electrical inspector for regulations Maintenance Periodic maintenance and adjustment is necess...

Page 11: ...used for no more than 5 minutes NOTICE Substantial overloading will trip the circuit breaker Exceeding the time limit for maximum power operation or slightly overloading the generator may not switch the circuit breaker OFF but will shorten the service life of the generator Limit operation requiring maximum power to 5 minutes Maximum power is See specifications For continuous operation do not excee...

Page 12: ...ill trip the DC circuit protector PUSH button extends out If this happens wait a few minutes before pushing in the circuit protector to resume operation If the circuit protector continues to go OFF discontinue charging and contact the helpline Generator Use Starting the engine STARTING THE ENGINE 1 Make sure to disconnect all electrical loads from panel receptacles The generator may be difficult t...

Page 13: ...notice any undesirable operating symptoms switch to a conventional unleaded petrol Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and are not covered under warranty NOTICE Oxygenated fuels can damage paint and plastic Be careful not to spill fuel when filling your fuel tank Damage caused by spilled fuel is not ...

Page 14: ... sure the tank cap is closed properly and securely Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling Spilled fuel or fuel vapour may ignite If any fuel is spilled make sure the area is dry before starting the engine Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or breathing of vapour KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN Fuel tank capacity 15 Litres Use petrol with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher We recomm...

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