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Basic troubleshooting

10 Disposal

10.1 Disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment

11 Technical data

11.1 P3000i

11.2 P3500i

11.3 P3500i/o

12 Diagram

12.1 P3000i

12.2 P3500i

12.3 P3500i/o

EC declaration of conformity

Summary of Contents for P Series

Page 1: ...Operator s manual Portable Generator P Inverter series P3000i P3500i O P3500i ...

Page 2: ...strial s rl Any breach of the statutory provisions in particular the protection of copyright will lead to civil and criminal prosecution PR Industrial s r l constantly working on the improvement of its products as part of the technical further development Therefore we reserve the right to make changes to the illustrations and descriptions in this documentation without incurring any obligation to m...

Page 3: ... 5 Standard package 17 6 Lifting and transporting 18 7 Operation 19 7 1 Prepare the machine for first time application 19 7 2 Power requirements 20 7 3 Performance loss with high altitude application 21 7 4 Ground 22 7 5 Heavy duty operation 22 7 6 Installation 22 7 7 Use of extension cables 23 7 8 Control Panels 25 7 9 Control Functions 26 7 10 Before starting 30 7 11 Starting the engine 31 7 12 ...

Page 4: ...Disposal 41 10 1 Disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment 41 11 Technical data 42 11 1 P3000i 42 11 2 P3500i 43 11 3 P3500i o 44 12 Diagram 45 12 1 P3000i 45 12 2 P3500i 46 12 3 P3500i o 47 EC declaration of conformity 48 ...

Page 5: ...l is not a manual for extensive maintenance or repair work Such work should be carried out by PRAMAC service or by technically trained personnel The PRAMAC machine should be operated and maintained in accordance with this operator s manual An improper operation or improper maintenance can pose dangers Therefore the operator s manual should be constantly available at the location of the machine Def...

Page 6: ...oned WARNING This warning notice indicates possible hazards that can result in serious injury or even death Danger can be avoided by the following the actions mentioned CAUTION This warning notice indicates possible hazards that can result in minor injury Danger can be avoided by the following the actions mentioned NOTICE This warning notice indicates possible hazards that can result in material d...

Page 7: ... product range Therefore some figures can differ from the actual appearance of your machine It is also possible that the descriptions include components which are not a part of your machine Details for the described machine types can be found in the chapter Technical data 2 4 Identification of the machine Nameplate data The nameplate lists information that uniquely identifies your machine This inf...

Page 8: ...erious injuries observe all safety instructions precisely that follow this signal word WARNING WARNING indicates a hazardous situation that can lead to serious injury or death if this warning is not observed In order to avoid possible fatal accidents and serious injuries observe all safety instructions precisely that follow this signal word CAUTION CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation that can ...

Page 9: ...g the generator with a load that takes too much power during continuous operation or when starting Operating the generator in a manner that is inconsistent with the national statewide and local standards and regulations Use of the machine as a ladder support or working surface Operation of the machine to carry or transport people or equipment Operation of the machine outside of the plant specifica...

Page 10: ...de sufficient fresh air ONLY use generators outdoors and far away from windows doors and aeration These openings can draw in generator exhaust fumes CO can penetrate into a home even if a generator is used properly ALWAYS use a battery powered or battery backup CO alarm in the home IMMEDIATELY get to fresh air if you feel unwell dizzy or weak after using the generator Consult a physician It could ...

Page 11: ...ructed by personnel who are familiar with the machine before they are allowed to operate the machine 3 4 Operator qualifications Only trained personnel may start operate and switch off the machine The personnel must also have the following qualifications be trained in the correct operation of the machine be familiar with the necessary safety devices Access to the machine and operation of the machi...

Page 12: ...d and under the machine clean tidy and free of grime and flammable materials Check that there is also no grime above the machine that could fall onto or into the machine or the exhaust area ALWAYS keep all tools power cables and other loose objects away from the generator before starting Do NOT ground this generator If more than one electric device is connected to the generator the additional conn...

Page 13: ...is being inhaled Even if no exhaust fumes can be smelled CO could still be being inhaled Operational safety When running the engine Keep the area around the exhaust pipe free of flammable materials Inspect the fuel lines and fuel tank for leaks and cracks before starting the engine Do not operate the machine if there are leaks or if the fuel lines are loose When running the engine Do not smoke whi...

Page 14: ...he control panel in order to alert others of this Personal Protective Equipment PPE Wear the following personal protective equipment during maintenance or repair work Close fitting work clothes that do not impede movement Safety glasses with protective sides Ear protection Work shoes or boots with toe protection Additional notes before operating the machine Tie up long hair Take off all jewelry in...

Page 15: ...ective devices and safety equipment to the unit after repair and maintenance ALWAYS allow the engine to cool completely before transport ALWAYS watch out for the rotating parts of the generator and engine and keep hands feet and loose clothing parts away from these rotating parts ALWAYS switch the engine off before maintenance Disconnect the negative connection of the battery on machines with elec...

Page 16: ...f suffocation Engines give off carbon monoxide Do not run the machine indoors or in enclosed areas NEVER operate in houses or garages EVEN IF doors and windows are open Only use OUTDOORS and away from windows doors and aeration Read through the operator s manual No sparks flames or burning objects are permitted near the machine Stop the engine before refueling 3 Warning against hot surface 4 Warni...

Page 17: ...5 Standard package 17 5 Standard package The standard package includes Equipment Operator s manual CE declaration ...

Page 18: ...t carrying capacity to safely lift or hold the generator Pay attention to surrounding persons when lifting the generator Transporting the machine Observe the following instructions when the generator is transported from and to the construction site Allow the engine to cool off before refueling the generator Empty the fuel tank Close the fuel cock Firmly fasten the generator to the transport vehicl...

Page 19: ...nerator contain carbon monoxide CO This is an invisible odorless poison If the exhaust fumes of the generator can be smelled CO is being inhaled Even if no exhaust fumes can be smelled CO could still be being inhaled NEVER use the generator in buildings garages crawl spaces or other partially enclosed areas Carbon monoxide can build up to deadly levels in these areas A fan or open window does NOT ...

Page 20: ... power requirements The nearest PRAMAC dealer tool manufacturer can help you if you have questions NOTE Do not exceed the specified current limit at any plug receptacle NOTE If a tool or electrical equipment should not reach the full RPM a few seconds after starting switch it off immediately in order to prevent damage General power requirements for starting White light bulbs and electronic goods s...

Page 21: ...ltitudes of 1500 meters above sea level the performance of the generator is reduced by 3 5 For outside temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius the generator performance is reduced by 3 for every additional 5 degrees The tables shown help with the high altitude and outside temperature performance devaluation In order to determine the true generator performance it may be necessary to consider both the...

Page 22: ...lf but at least on the nearest possible position in relation to the generator set Only with this type of installation is it allowed and necessary to establish the ground connection of the generator framework via the point provided on the frame see ground symbol 5019 7 5 Heavy duty operation Do not operate this generator for longer than 20 30 minutes under maximum electrical load rating For continu...

Page 23: ...ed cables Replace damaged cables immediately Never exceed the cable s rated power Contact the cable manufacturer if you have questions about using the cable Select the cable size from the table Minimum cross section of extension cables or calculate the minimum cross section using the graph Minimum cross section of extension cables The X axis of the graph stands for the values A x m ampere x meter ...

Page 24: ...25 50 100 200 25 50 100 200 Cross section surface in mm2 2 1 5 1 5 1 5 1 5 1 5 1 5 1 5 1 5 4 1 5 1 5 1 5 2 5 1 5 1 5 1 5 1 5 6 1 5 1 5 1 5 4 1 5 1 5 1 5 2 5 8 1 5 1 5 2 5 6 1 5 1 5 1 5 2 5 10 1 5 1 5 4 6 1 5 1 5 1 5 4 15 1 5 2 5 4 10 1 5 1 5 2 5 6 20 1 5 4 6 16 1 5 1 5 4 6 30 2 5 4 10 25 1 5 2 5 6 10 40 4 6 16 1 5 4 6 Diagram for extension cable minimum size ...

Page 25: ... Hourmeter Page display 5 USB Outlets 6 AC breaker 7 AC Outlets this socket is only corresponding to a market the different laws and regulations according to the sales area changes corresponding to the socket 8 Ground Terminal 9 Parallel Outlets 10 Economy Throttle 11 Off Run Choke switch 12 Recoil starter Electric starter ...

Page 26: ... unit Output Indicator Green The Output Indicator comes on when the engine starts and produces power Overload Alarm Red The Overload Alarm comes on when a connected device requires more power than the generator is able to produce the inverter control unit overheats or the AC output voltage rises above rated values The Output Indicator Green will go off and the Overload Alarm Red will stay on but t...

Page 27: ...n starting the unit if the Low Oil Alarm light flickers and the engine will not start you will need to add engine oil before attempting to restart the engine NOTE Generator should only be operated on a level surface DO NOT operate the generator on loose ground or obvious inclines The low oil shutdown feature may be prematurely activated in these cases causing the engine to not start Off Run Choke ...

Page 28: ... and letting the engine run until it stops Choke The Choke position on Off Run Choke switch is used when starting the engine cold the engine is not hot NOTE Choke is not required to start a warm engine 220 230 240V AC Outlets The Outlets are used to power 220 230 240V Single Phase 50Hz loads requiring up to continuous power This socket is only corresponding to a client the different laws and regul...

Page 29: ...ake appropriate parallel connections to the outlets on each inverter as outlined in the owner s manual supplied with the kit NOTE Do not disconnect any parallel kit connections once the units are running 3 Start both units per starting instructions Once the green output indicator illuminates devices can be connected and turned on using the parallel kit outlet 4 Follow Stopping the engine instructi...

Page 30: ...ating instructions 2 Read and understand all statements of the safety and warning signs 3 Check Engine oil level Fuel level State of the air cleaner Tight fit of the outer bracket State of the fuel lines Adding engine Oil The generator has been shipped without engine oil DO NOT add fuel or start the engine before adding engine oil NOTE In order to add motor oil you will need to remove the side pan...

Page 31: ... and expands NOTE For safety reasons once fuel has been added to this unit it cannot be returned to the place of purchase 1 Use clean fresh regular unleaded fuel with a minimum octane rating of 87 2 DO NOT mix oil with fuel 3 Clean area around the fuel cap 4 Remove the fuel cap 5 Be sure that the fuel strainer is in place 6 Slowly add fuel to the tank 7 Do not exceed the red marker position of the...

Page 32: ...f Run Choke switch to the Choke position NOTE The Choke is not needed to start a warm engine Push the knob in to the original position when starting the engine warm 4 Grasp the carrying handle firmly to prevent the generator from falling over when pulling the recoil starter 5 Pull slowly on the recoil starter until it is engaged and then pull it briskly 6 After the engine starts warm up the engine...

Page 33: ...7 Operation 33 Turn the Throttle switch O Turn the Off Run Choke switch to O ...

Page 34: ...he first month or 20 hours Every 3 months or 50 hours Every 6 months or 100 hours Every year or 300 hours Check the fuel level Check the engine oil level Check the air cleaner Check external fastening parts Clean air cleaner elements Check shockmount for damage Change the engine oil Check and clean spark plug Replace the spark plug Clean the sediment cup Clean spark arrester Check and adjust valve...

Page 35: ...cover 3 Remove the oil filler cap 4 Place an oil pan under the engine Tilt the generator to drain the oil completely 5 Return the generator to a level surface NOTE DO NOT tilt the generator when adding engine oil This could result in overfilling and damage to the engine 6 Add engine oil to the upper level as seen in the diagram 1 Recommended engine oil YAMALUBE4 10W 40 SAE 10W 30 or 10W 40 SAE 30 ...

Page 36: ...ut not dripping NOTE Do not wring out the foam element when squeezing it This could cause it to tear 6 Insert the foam element into the air filter case Be sure the foam element sealing surface matches the air filter so there is no air leak NOTE The engine should never run without the foam element 7 Install air filter case cover cover and screws 8 4 Muffler Screen and Spark Arrestor Maintenance Sho...

Page 37: ...maged 5 Install the spark arrester 6 Install the muffler cap 7 Install the cover and tighten the screws 8 5 Fuel Filter Maintenance where available Should be performed every 12 months or 300 hours 1 Remove the fuel tank cap and filter 2 Clean the filter with gasoline 3 If damaged replace it 4 Wipe the filter and install it 5 Install the fuel tank cap WARNING GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE DO NOT perform th...

Page 38: ...g air gap a 5 Screw in and tighten the spark plug NOTE A loose spark plug can become very hot and lead to engine damage 8 7 Long Term Storage Long term storage of your machine will require some preventive procedures to guard against deterioration Drain the fuel 1 Turn the Engine switch to O 2 Remove the fuel tank cap Extract the fuel tank into an approved gasoline container using a commercially av...

Page 39: ...e the generator in a dry well ventilated place with the cover placed over it Engine 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 or 20W 40 motor oil into the spark plug hole and reinstall the speak plug Recoil start the engine by turning over several times with ignition off to coat the cylinder w...

Page 40: ... engine No electric equipment is connected to the generator Spark plug is in good condition Spark plug cap is firmly seated Engine oil level is sufficient Check the following if the engine starts but the generator does not deliver any power to plug receptacles Fuse switch is closed Wiring from the generator to the plug receptacles is secured Check the following if the engine starts but runs irregu...

Page 41: ...ike equipment mostly used in private households so called B2C devices this machine may therefore not be disposed of in some EU countries such as in Germany at the collection points of public waste management organizations e g municipal collection stations If there are any doubts information regarding the different methods of disposal for B2B electronic devices for each country can be obtained from...

Page 42: ...ng Cylinders 1 Displacement cc 149 Fuel type Gasoline Fuel consumption 75 l h 1 1 Mixture preparation Carburetor Tank capacity l 4 3 Max oil filling l 0 6 Spark plug type E6RTC or equivalent Spark plug air gap mm 0 6 0 7 Starter type Recoil hand starter Output current A 10 Output frequency Hz 50 Phases 1 Plug receptacles 2xSCHUKO Sound press level LpA 7mt dB A 62 8 Measured sound power level Lwa d...

Page 43: ...s 1 Displacement cc 212 Fuel type Gasoline Fuel consumption 75 l h 1 7 Mixture preparation Carburetor Tank capacity l 10 Max oil filling l 0 6 Spark plug type F7RTC BPR6ES or equivalent Spark plug air gap mm 0 6 0 7 Starter type Recoil Electric starter Output current A 13 Output frequency Hz 50 Phases 1 Plug receptacles 2xSCHUKO Sound press level LpA 7mt dB A 60 8 Measured sound power level Lwa dB...

Page 44: ...s 1 Displacement cc 212cc Fuel type Gasoline Fuel consumption 75 l h 1 1 Mixture preparation Carburetor Tank capacity l 9 Max oil filling l 0 6 Spark plug type F7RTC BPR6ES or equivalent Spark plug air gap mm 0 6 0 7 Starter type Recoil hand starter Output current A 13 Output frequency Hz 50 Phases 1 Plug receptacles 2xSCHUKO Sound press level LpA 7mt dB A 68 5 Measured sound power level Lwa dB A ...

Page 45: ...13 Diagram 45 12 Diagram 12 1 P3000i ...

Page 46: ...13 Diagram 46 12 2 P3500i ...

Page 47: ...13 Diagram 47 12 3 P3500i o ...

Page 48: ...48 Here below a fac simile of CE declaration Original Ce declaration is provided with the rest of documents as for point 5 Fac simile of CE Declaration of conformity ...

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