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Operation

GP 3800A

28

                                       

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3.10

Control Panel

Ref.

Description

Ref.

Description

a

Engine switch

g

GFI test button

b

Auto idle switch

h

GFI reset button

c

Twist-lock receptacle—120V

j

Twist-lock receptacle—120/240V

d

Main circuit breaker

m

20A circuit breaker (CAN only)

e

Voltage Selector Switch (VSS)

n

30A circuit breaker (CAN only)

f

GFI duplex receptacle—120V

Summary of Contents for GP 3800A

Page 1: ...5000192885 01 0511 5 0 0 0 1 9 2 8 8 5 Operator s Manual Portable Generator GP 3800A EN...

Page 2: ...distribution not authorized by Wacker Neuson Production Americas LLC represents an infringement of valid copyrights Violators will be prosecuted Trademarks All trademarks referenced in this manual are...

Page 3: ...is manual Wacker Neuson expressly reserves the right to make technical modifications even without notice which improve the performance or safety standards of its machines The information contained in...

Page 4: ...fications are those that do not meet the approved criteria Unapproved parts attachments or modifications may have the following conse quences Serious injury hazards to the operator and persons in the...

Page 5: ...s 15 3 Operation 20 3 1 Preparing for first use 20 3 2 Recommended Fuel 21 3 3 Determining Power Requirements 22 3 4 Installation 23 3 5 Wheel Kit 23 3 6 Generator Derating 25 3 7 Grounding the Genera...

Page 6: ...42 5 Technical Data 43 5 1 Generator 43 5 2 Engine 44 6 Emission Control Systems Information and Warranty 45 6 1 Emission Control System Background Information 45 6 2 Limited Defect Warranty for Exha...

Page 7: ...personal hazards f Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol DANGER DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury f To avoid death or seriou...

Page 8: ...The following are some examples of misuse Connecting a load that has voltage and frequency requirements that are incompatible with the generator output Overloading the generator with a load that draws...

Page 9: ...ion wc_si000233gb fm 9 Personal injury from improper lifting techniques To protect yourself and others make sure you thoroughly read and understand the safety information presented in this manual befo...

Page 10: ...ay result in electrocution of utility workers fire or explosion Connections to a building s electrical system must be made by a qualified electrician and comply with all applicable laws and electrical...

Page 11: ...rator or over vibrating or hot parts 1 3 5 NEVER enclose or cover the generator when it is in use or when it is hot 1 3 6 NEVER overload the generator The total amperage of the tools and equipment att...

Page 12: ...l ventilated area Replace the fuel tank cap after refueling Operating safety When operating the generator Check the fuel lines and the fuel tank for leaks and cracks before starting the engine Do not...

Page 13: ...periencing problems or is being serviced attach a DO NOT START sign to the control panel to notify other people of its condition Personal Protective Equipment PPE Wear the following Personal Protectiv...

Page 14: ...t the engine cool before transporting or servicing the machine 1 5 10 ALWAYS keep hands feet and loose clothing away from the moving parts on the generator and engine 1 5 11 ALWAYS turn the engine off...

Page 15: ...Labels 2 1 Label Locations 2 2 Label Meanings Wacker Neuson machines use international pictorial labels where needed These labels are described below A Engine Choke Control B WARNING Hot surface wc_gr...

Page 16: ...T button Green LED should go OUT and red LED should come ON and circuit breaker should trigger to OFF position Step 2 If sensing device LED or breaker does not trip or change state DO NOT USE Consult...

Page 17: ...e engine switch to OFF Close the fuel flow valve DANGER Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide This is a poison you cannot see or smell NEVER use...

Page 18: ...l ground G WARNING Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation A spark arrester may be required The operator should contact local fire agencies for laws or...

Page 19: ...ore each use See label above M Important Emissions Information This equipment meets California EVP emission regulations for small off road engines N Emission Control Information This equipment meets U...

Page 20: ...e Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO This is a poison you cannot see or smell If you can smell the generator exhaust you are breathing CO B...

Page 21: ...fuel confirm the fuel s contents Some states Provinces require this information to be posted on the fuel pump The following are Wacker Neuson approved percentages of oxygenates ETHANOL ethyl or grain...

Page 22: ...rer or dealer of the tool or appliance with questions regarding its power requirements NOTICE If a tool or appliance does not reach full speed within a few seconds when switched on turn it off immedia...

Page 23: ...3 5 3 Insert M6 x 16 screws l through the outer holes on the cross member then through the holes of the axle bracket 3 5 4 Insert M6 nuts m onto the screws and tighten Torque to 7 5 Nm 5 25 ft lbs 3...

Page 24: ...n Torque to 7 5 Nm 5 25 ft lbs 3 5 15 Align the holes found in the handles a j to the holes of the brackets 1 on the frame 3 5 16 Insert M6 x 16 screws l through the handles then through the brackets...

Page 25: ...e also affects the cooling capacity of air the higher the altitude the less dense the air is and thus the lower its ability to transfer heat For every increase in altitude of 500 m 1650 ft above 1000...

Page 26: ...or local agency having jurisdiction over electrical compliance If the generator is used at a construction site there may be additional regulations which must be observed In some areas generators are r...

Page 27: ...ss Damaged extension cords can cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury or death DO NOT use worn bare or frayed cords Replace damaged cords immediately Use the chart below as a guide for sel...

Page 28: ...ption a Engine switch g GFI test button b Auto idle switch h GFI reset button c Twist lock receptacle 120V j Twist lock receptacle 120 240V d Main circuit breaker m 20A circuit breaker CAN only e Volt...

Page 29: ...at ON position 3 11 1 Press TEST button g Green LED should go OUT and red LED should come ON and circuit breaker should trigger to OFF position d 3 11 2 If sensing device LED or breaker does not trip...

Page 30: ...ically returns to full speed when a tool or appliance is turned back on To turn the auto idle feature on push the auto idle switch to AUTO The AUTO setting is recommended while the generator is runnin...

Page 31: ...ree receptacles In dual voltage mode both the 120V and 120 240V receptacles are powered lower watts are available on receptacles f1 f2 c The 120 240V twist lock receptacle j should be used in dual mod...

Page 32: ...ngine will not start 3 16 4 Fill the fuel tank with fresh regular unleaded grade gasoline Do not exceed the fuel tank capacity see Technical Data NOTICE Fill the tank after placing the machine on leve...

Page 33: ...breaker in the OFF position a2 3 17 3 Set the Auto Idle Switch c to OFF 3 17 4 Open the fuel valve d1 Note If the engine is cold move the choke lever to the closed position e2 If the engine is hot se...

Page 34: ...Close the fuel valve d2 Note To stop the engine quickly in an emergency turn the engine switch to OFF b2 3 19 Emergency Shutdown Procedure Procedure If a breakdown or accident occurs while the machin...

Page 35: ...he table below lists basic machine and engine maintenance Tasks designated with check marks may be performed by the operator Tasks designated with square bullet points require special training and equ...

Page 36: ...h environmental protection legislation 4 3 3 Install the drain plug 4 3 4 Fill the engine crankcase with the recommended oil up to the level of the plug opening c See section Technical Data for oil qu...

Page 37: ...ypes of low flash point solvents for cleaning the air cleaner A fire or explosion could result To service 4 4 1 Remove the air cleaner cover a Inspect the element b for holes or tears Replace the elem...

Page 38: ...e Do not touch the muffler while it is hot Note Refer to section Technical Data for the recommended spark plug type and the electrode gap setting 4 5 1 Remove the spark plug and inspect it 4 5 2 Repla...

Page 39: ...39 4 6 Cleaning the Sediment Cup 4 6 1 Turn the fuel valve off 4 6 2 Remove the sediment cup a and the O ring b 4 6 3 Wash both thoroughly in a nonflammable solvent Dry and reinstall them 4 6 4 Turn...

Page 40: ...el mixture in order to comply with emission regulations The mixture is set at the factory and no adjustment should be necessary Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap The limiter cap cannot be remov...

Page 41: ...oil into the cylinder Crank the engine a few turns to distribute the oil to the inside of the cylinder walls 4 9 6 Pull the starter rope slowly until resistance is felt and leave the handle in this p...

Page 42: ...p is tight Engine oil level is adequate If engine starts but there is no power at receptacles check that Circuit breaker is closed Connector from generator to control panel is tight If engine starts b...

Page 43: ...e phase Auto voltage regulator system AC Voltages Available volts phase 120 240 1 Frequency Hz 60 Power Factor 1 0 AC receptacles 125V duplex 125V duplex 125V twist lock 125V 250V twist lock amp amp a...

Page 44: ...ake Honda Engine model GX 240 RT2 Max rated power rated speed kW Hp 5 9 7 9 3600 rpm Spark plug BPR6ES W20EPR U Electrode gap mm in 0 7 0 8 0 028 0 031 Operating speed rpm 3600 Air cleaner type Dry ty...

Page 45: ...time of purchase Exhaust Emissions The combustion process produces carbon monoxide oxides of nitrogen and hydrocarbons Control of hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen is very important because under ce...

Page 46: ...d Wacker Neuson may deny a warranty claim Among those acts that constitute tampering are Removing or altering of any part of the air intake fuel or exhaust systems Altering or defeating the speed adju...

Page 47: ...wo 2 years For the warranty terms for your specific engine equipment visit wackerneuson com Any implied warranties are limited to the duration of this written warranty What is covered Wacker Neuson re...

Page 48: ...ized parts due to use of non authorized parts Owner s Warranty Responsibility The engine equipment owner is responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in the Wacker Neuson engi...

Page 49: ...n authorized Wacker Neuson dealer service center You must take your Wacker Neuson engine equipment along with proof of original purchase date at your expense to the authorized Wacker Neuson dealer ser...

Page 50: ...charged for diagnostic labor that leads to determination that a warranted part is in fact defective provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a Wacker Neuson Corporation authorized service c...

Page 51: ...ect or improper maintenance was the direct cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part That notwithstanding any adjustment of a component that has a factory installed and properly operatin...

Page 52: ...start engines GPS Ref Description Ref Description 1 Main stator winding 1 12 Engine ON OFF switch 2 Main stator winding 2 13 Rectifier 3 Auto idle unit 14 Rotor winding brushes 4 Main circuit breaker...

Page 53: ...AWG BLK 18 AWG 3 BRN LOAD 70 BRN 12 AWG 71 BRN 12 AWG 101 BLU 71 BRN 12 AWG ORG AWG 102 BRN 5 BRN 43 BLU 16 AWG 72 BRN GRN YEL 42 BLU 73 BRN 40 BLU 70 BRN 12 AWG GRN YEL 1 71 BRN 12 AWG 4 RED 16 AWG B...

Page 54: ...FF switch 2 Main stator winding 2 13 Rectifier 3 Auto idle unit 14 Rotor winding brushes 4 Main circuit breaker 15 Secondary excitation winding 5 Voltage selector switch 120 240V position shown 16 DC...

Page 55: ...12 AWG 2 BRN 21 BRN 12AWG 21 BRN 12 AWG 8 BLU 28 BRN 12 AWG 101 BLU 29 BRN LOAD ORG 5 BRN 102 BRN 43 BLU 16 AWG 20A FOR GP3800 30A 24 BRN 12 AWG 20A 30 BRN GRN YEL GRN YEL 42 BLU BREAKER NOT USED FOR...

Page 56: ...box C Electric start engines GPS Ref Description Ref Description 1 Idle solenoid 6 Solenoid GPS only 2 Fuel cut solenoid 7 Starter GPS only 3 Oil level sender 8 Charging coil GPS only 4 Spark plug 9 B...

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Page 58: ...cker Neuson Production Americas LLC N92W15000 Anthony Ave Menomonee Falls WI 53051 Tel 262 255 0500 Fax 262 255 0550 Tel 800 770 0957 Wacker Neuson Limited Room 1701 03 1717 20 17 F Tower 1 Grand Cent...

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