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Summary of Contents for GV 2500A

Page 1: ...Generator GV 2500A OPERATOR S MANUAL 0157385en 004 0908 0 1 5 7 3 8 5 E N...

Page 2: ...enclosed areas Deadly levels of carbon monoxide can build up in these areas Using a fan or opening windows and doors does NOT supply enough fresh air ONLY use a generator outside and far away from wi...

Page 3: ...Requirements 13 3 2 Installation 15 3 3 Generator Derating 16 3 4 Grounding the Generator 17 3 5 Operating Heavy Loads 17 3 6 Use of Extension Cords 18 3 7 Control Panel 20 3 8 Before Starting 21 3 9...

Page 4: ...Table of Contents GV 2500A wc_bo0157385en_004TOC fm 4 5 Technical Data 32 5 1 Generator 32 5 2 Engine 33 5 3 Sound Specifications 33...

Page 5: ...e contact Wacker Neuson Corporation The information contained in this manual was based on machines in production at the time of publication Wacker Neuson Corporation reserves the right to change any p...

Page 6: ...at follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which...

Page 7: ...tructions contained in both this manual and the engine manual and familiarize yourself with the location and proper use of all controls Inexperienced operators should receive instruction from someone...

Page 8: ...safety guidelines below Failure to follow the warnings and safety standards could result in severe injury or death NEVER install a generator in an enclosed area such as a tunnel or a trench Using a g...

Page 9: ...ve the machine and allow the machine to dry before servicing 2 3 5 DO NOT service the machine if your clothing or skin is wet 2 3 6 DO NOT allow untrained personnel to service this equipment Only trai...

Page 10: ...fety Information GV 2500A wc_si000106gb fm 10 2 4 Label Locations wc_gr001289 PETROL G A S O L I N A I S S I N C I BENZIN CALDO H E I S S HOT C H A U D D A N G E R G E F A H R P E L I G R O D A N G E...

Page 11: ...labels where needed These labels are described below Label Meaning WARNING Hot surface Close the choke Gasoline Potential Earth WARNING Electric shock will cause serious injury or death WARNING Electr...

Page 12: ...g the model number item number revision number and serial number is attached to each unit Please record the infor mation found on this plate so it will be available should the nameplate become lost or...

Page 13: ...g This means that the amount of power needed to initially start the equipment is larger than the power required to keep it running The generator must be capable of supplying this surge current Other t...

Page 14: ...cal tools often require a large starting current The amount of starting current depends on the type of motor and its use Most electrical tools require 1 2 3 times their stated wattage for start ing Lo...

Page 15: ...e moisture 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 this generator inside a home or garage EVEN I...

Page 16: ...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 17: ...stud to earth ground Refer to local codes if machine is used to power a building or similar distribution system 3 5 Operating Heavy Loads Limit operations requiring the maximum rated output of the gen...

Page 18: ...are or frayed cords Replace damaged cords immediately Do not exceed the rating of the cord Contact the cord manufacturer if in doubt about cord use Choose the cord size from the Minimum Extension Cord...

Page 19: ...25 50 100 200 Cross sectional area of wire 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...

Page 20: ...rements do not exceed the power rating of the generator or the current limit of the receptacles When the circuit breaker opens the button will pop out To reset circuit breaker push button in Note Enla...

Page 21: ...understand safety and operating instructions at beginning of this manual 3 8 2 Read and understand the meanings of all warning and operating labels 3 8 3 Check oil level in engine fuel level conditio...

Page 22: ...pe d Note If the oil level in the engine is low the engine will not start If this happens check oil level and add oil as needed 3 9 5 Open choke as engine warms 3 9 6 Allow engine to warm up a few min...

Page 23: ...nance Schedule Daily before starting After first 20 hrs Every 50 hrs Every 100 hrs Every 300 hrs Check fuel level Check engine oil level Inspect air filter Replace as needed Check external hardware Cl...

Page 24: ...of environmental protection place a plastic sheet and a container under the machine to collect any liquid that drains off Dispose of this liquid in accordance with environmental protection legislatio...

Page 25: ...solvents for cleaning the air cleaner A fire or explosion could result To service 4 4 1 Release latches a on the top and bottom of the air cleaner cover b and remove the cover 4 4 2 Check the filter...

Page 26: ...ng the engine 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...

Page 27: ...gine to the proper speed Turn the speed adjusting screw a in or out to obtain a no load speed of 3100 rpm NOTICE Setting the engine speed too high or too low may damage tools and other appliances atta...

Page 28: ...ed with a limiter cap to prevent excessive enrichment of the air fuel mixture in order to comply with emission regulations The mixture is set at the factory and no adjustment should be necessary Do no...

Page 29: ...ngine oil into the cylinder Crank the engine a few turns to distribute the oil to the inside of the cylinder walls 4 8 6 Pull the starter rope slowly until resistance is felt and leave the handle in t...

Page 30: ...should be closed when starting a cold engine All loads are disconnected from generator Spark plug is in good condition Spark plug cap is tight Engine oil level is adequate If engine starts but there i...

Page 31: ...Diode 2 Auxiliary Winding 6 Surge Absorber 3 Capacitor 7 Circuit Breaker 4 Rotor Windings 8 Receptacle 230V 16 Amp Wire Colors B Black V Violet Or Orange G Green W White Pr Purple L Blue Y Yellow Sh S...

Page 32: ...utput W 2070 Type Single voltage single phase Brushless capacitor regulator system AC Voltages Available Volts phase 230 1 Frequency Hz 50 Power Factor 0 9 AC receptacles 230V 16Amp Schuko 230V 16Amp...

Page 33: ...d according to ISO 3744 for the sound power level LWA Model GV 2500A Engine Engine Make Honda Engine Model GX160K1 VPM4 Max rated power rated speed kW Hp 3 6 4 8 3600 rpm Spark Plug NGK ND BPR6ES W20E...

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Page 35: ...aux dispositions de la directive 2000 14 CEE and has been produced in accordance with the following standards und in bereinstimmung mit folgenden Richtlinien hergestellt worden ist y ha sido fabricado...

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