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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS

Please read the following labels carefully before oper-
ating this machine.

NOTE:

Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.

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 inside a home
or garage, EVEN IF doors
and windows are open.

Only use OUTSIDE and
far away from windows,
door, and vents.

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WARNING

Electrocution or property damage
can occur: Do not connect this
generator to any building’s electrical
system unless an isolation switch
has been installed by a licensed elec-
trician. Refer to the owner’s manual.

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Summary of Contents for EF6300iSDE - 5500 Watt Inverter Generator

Page 1: ...0 EF6300iSDE OWNER S MANUAL PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE LIT 19626 01 52 PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER PRINTED IN JAPAN 2008 9 09 1 0 1 7CK 28199 10_hyoshi 08 8 30 14 27 Page 1 ...

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Page 3: ...ns regarding the operation or maintenance of your machine please consult a Yamaha dealer EF6300iSDE OWNER S MANUAL 2008 by Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A 1st Edition September 2008 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly prohibited Printed in Japan P N LIT 19626 01 52 AE00022 7CK 28199 10_a 08 9 15 17 47 P...

Page 4: ... easier or clearer AE00032 w PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE NOTE 9 Yamaha continually seeks advance ments in product design and quality Therefore while this manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing there may be minor discrepancies between your engine and this manual If there is any question concerning thi...

Page 5: ...reparation 15 PRE OPERATION CHECK 17 Pre operation check 17 OPERATION 18 Starting the engine 18 Stopping the engine 20 Connection 21 Application range 23 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 25 Maintenance chart 25 Spark plug inspection 27 Carburetor adjustment 28 Engine oil replacement 28 Air filter 29 Muffler screen and spark arrester 31 Fuel tank filter 33 Battery 34 Recommended battery 34 Fuse replacement 35 ...

Page 6: ...spill any fuel on the engine or muffler when refueling 9 If you swallow any fuel inhale fuel vapor or allow any to get in your eye s see your doctor immedi ately If any fuel spills on your skin or clothing immediately wash with soap and water and change your clothes 9 When operating or transporting the machine be sure it is kept upright If it tilts fuel may leak from the carburetor or fuel tank AE...

Page 7: ...the engine may overheat a 1 m 3 ft 9 Avoid operating the engine with a dust cover 9 Be sure to carry the generator only by its carrying handles 1 AE00083 ELECTRIC SHOCK PREVENTION 9 Never operate the engine in rain or snow 9 Never touch the machine with wet hands or elec trical shock will occur 7CK 28199 10_a 08 9 15 17 47 Page 2 ...

Page 8: ...ng This will prevent the generator from charging the main power line backfeeding when the main power supply has failed or has been turned off for line repair Backfeeding can electrocute or injure line maintenance personnel Also generator and build ing electrical system damage can occur when nor mal operating power returns if unit is used without an isolation switch AE00086 EXTENSION CORD NOTES Ext...

Page 9: ...s carbon monoxide This is a poison you cannot see or smell NEVER use inside a home or garage EVEN IF doors and windows are open Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows door and vents 4 6 1 7 5 3 2 2 WARNING Electrocution or property damage can occur Do not connect this generator to any building s electrical system unless an isolation switch has been installed by a licensed elec trician Refer to...

Page 10: ... DE L EAU GARDEZ LA 7CF 24162 10 Important Emissions Information The air index of this engine is 3 California only MOST CLEAN LEAST CLEAN 0 2 4 6 8 10 YAMAHA MOTOR POWERED PRODUCTS CO LTD This engine meets California exhaust and evaporative emission regulations for small off road engines This engine conforms to Phase 2 U S EPA regulations for small nonroad engines EMISSIONS COMPLIANCE PERIOD CATEG...

Page 11: ...ol panel 1 Hour meter 2 Power meter 3 G F C I receptacle 4 AC protector 5 AC receptacle 6 Engine switch 7 Fuel cock knob 8 Voltage select switch 9 Ground Earth terminal 0 Economy control switch q Overload indicator light w AC pilot light e Oil warning light 8 7 6 1 3 4 9 0 w q e 2 5 793 7CK 3 1 2 1 1 793 7CKa 7 6 5 8 4 1 793 7CKb 7CK 28199 10_a 08 9 15 17 47 Page 6 ...

Page 12: ...If the oil warning light comes on the engine oil is insufficient Add oil and restart AE00101 CONTROL FUNCTION AE00121 Engine switch The engine switch controls the ignition system 1 7 ON Ignition circuit is switched on The engine can be started 2 5 STOP Ignition circuit is switched off The engine will not run 3 6 START Starting circuit is switched on The starter motor starts and the engine can be s...

Page 13: ...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 3 OFF When the economy control switch is turned to OFF the engine runs at the rated r min 3 400 r min regard less of whether is a load connected or not NOTE The economy control switch must be turned to OFF when using electric devices that requi...

Page 14: ...nnected into the receptacle may be faulty If this happens check the electric devices carefully If the electric devices appears to be in good condition press the reset button firmly until a click is heard This will restore power If the reset button pops out again dis connect all the electric devices immediately Have the electric devices inspected and repaired by a qualified repairperson before atte...

Page 15: ...elect switch in the 120 240V position the electric current will be limited for the 120V receptacles When you use either receptacle 1 or 2 AND recepta cle 3 at the same time the total electric current pro vided will be equal to or even less than 22 9A For example If the 240V receptacle provides 10A the 120V recep tacles 1 and 2 can be used up to 12 9A each In case the load exceeds 22 9A the overloa...

Page 16: ...ight comes 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 NOTE The overload indicator light may come on for a ...

Page 17: ...ob in this position 2 OFF With the knob in this position fuel will not flow Always turn the knob to this position when the engine is not running Ground Earth terminal Ground Earth terminal 1 connects the earth line for prevention of electric shock When the electric device is earthed always the gener ator must be earthed 1 2 788 7CKh Caster lock lever The caster lock lever stops moving the generato...

Page 18: ...iorate painted surfaces or plastic parts 9 Use only unleaded gasoline The use of leaded gasoline will cause severe damage to internal engine parts Make sure there is sufficient fuel in the tank When refueling be sure to fill the tank to the bottom edge of the fuel filter 4 1 Fuel level gauge 2 Red line 3 Fuel level Your Yamaha engine has been designed to use regu lar unleaded gasoline with a pump ...

Page 19: ...1 and then pull outward on the areas of rear cover 2 shown 3 Remove the oil filler cap 3 4 Fill the specified amount of the recommended engine oil and then install and tighten the oil filler cap 4 Upper level 1 2 788 7CKb 5 Install the rear cover and tighten the bolts Recommended engine oil åYAMALUBE 4 10W 40 SAE 10W 30 or 10W 40 SAE 30 çSAE 20 SAE 10W Recommended engine oil grade API Service SE t...

Page 20: ...ydrogen gas Therefore keep sparks flames cigarettes etc away from the battery and provide suffi cient ventilation when charging it in an enclosed space 9 KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTERIES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN 762 012 1 Remove the bolts 1 and then pull outward on the areas of rear cover 2 shown 2 Remove the wing nuts 3 and battery plate 4 3 Remove the battery 5 4 Fill the battery with the electro...

Page 21: ... 16 8 Connect the negative lead black 8 to the nega tive battery terminal 9 9 Install the rear cover and tighten the bolts 9 762 7CKd 8 7CK 28199 10_a 08 9 15 17 47 Page 16 ...

Page 22: ...NOTE Pre operation checks should be made each time the generator is used Pre operation check Fuel See page 13 9 Check fuel level in fuel tank 9 Refuel if necessary Fuel line 9 Check fuel hose for crack or damage 9 Replace if necessary Engine oil See page 14 9 Check oil level in engine 9 If necessary add recommended oil to specified level 9 Check generator for oil leakage The point where abnormalit...

Page 23: ...t start the engine till fill with the suffi cient engine oil AE00918 Starting the engine NOTE 9 Turn the economy contol switch to OFF 9 Select the voltage select switch position according to the operating voltage of the electric device 1 3 OFF å Economy control switch 763 124b ON OFF 1 ECON SW A 799 7CK 1 2 NO SWITCHING DURING OPERATION WHEN SWITCHING TO 120V THE 120 240V OUTLET CANNOT BE USED 120...

Page 24: ...s 1 6 START cC If the engine fails to start release the switch wait a few seconds then try again Each attempt should be as short as possible to preserve the bat tery Do not crank the engine more than 5 seconds on any one attempt 2 Turn the engine switch to ON 1 7 ON 763 127h 1 7CK 28199 10_a 08 9 15 17 47 Page 19 ...

Page 25: ...5 073a ON OFF q 4 Turn the fuel cock knob to OFF 1 OFF AE00840 Stopping the engine 1 Turn off any electric devices 2 Disconnect any electric devices 3 Turn the engine switch to STOP 1 5 STOP 7CK 28199 10_a 08 9 15 17 47 Page 20 ...

Page 26: ...e sure to ground earth the generator When the electric device is earthed always the gener ator must be earthed 1 Select the voltage select switch position according to the operating voltage of the electric device 1 120 240V 2 120V 2 Start the engine 761 7CKa 3 Plug in to AC receptacle NOTE To supply both 120V and 240V power sources from the 4 blade plug receptacle needs special knowledge of the wi...

Page 27: ... light 1 is on 5 Turn the economy control switch to ON 1 I ON å Economy control switch 6 Turn on any electric devises NOTE The economy control switch must be turned to OFF to increase engine speed to rated rpm 1 763 7CKc 7CK 28199 10_a 08 9 15 17 47 Page 22 ...

Page 28: ...or 9 When supplying precision equipment elec tronic controllers PCs electronic computers microcomputerbased equipment or battery chargers keep the generator a sufficient dis tance away to prevent 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 9 If the generator is to supply me...

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Page 30: ...work cC Use only Yamaha specified genuine parts for replacement Ask an authorized Yamaha dealer for further attention Item Routine Pre operation check Every 6 months or 100 Hr 12 months or 300 Hr Spark plug Check condition 1 Clean and replace if necessary Fuel Check fuel level and leakage 1 Fuel hose Check fuel hose for cracks or damage 1 Replace if necessary Engine oil Check oil level in engine 1...

Page 31: ...aler perform the ser vice Item Routine Pre operation check Every 6 months or 100 Hr 12 months or 300 Hr Crankcase breather Check breather hose for cracks or hose damage 1 Replace if necessary Cylinder head Decarbonize cylinder head More frequently if necessary Valve clearance Check and adjust when engine is cold Fittings fasteners Check all fittings and fasteners Correct if necessary The point whe...

Page 32: ...nstall the front cover and tighten the bolts 2 Remove the spark plug cap and then remove the spark plug 3 Check for discoloration and remove the carbon The porcelain insulator around the center elec trode of spark plug should be a medium to light tan color 27 760 7XF a 760 001a AE01051 Spark plug inspection The spark plug is important engine components which should be checked periodically 1 Remove...

Page 33: ...the engine 2 Remove the bolts 1 and then pull outward on the areas of rear cover 2 shown 28 3 5 6 7 8 4 700 7XFb 1 2 788 7CKb AE00412 Engine oil replacement w Avoid draining the engine oil immediately after stopping the engine The oil is hot and should be handled with care to avoid burns Oil drain bolt Torque 30 0 N m 3 1 kgf m 22 2 lbf ft AE00431 Carburetor adjustment The carburetor is a vital pa...

Page 34: ...ard on the areas of front cover 2 shown 2 Remove the bolts 3 1 2 788 7CKa 3 3 788 7XFi 7 Add engine oil to the upper level 1 700 006a q Recommended engine oil åYAMALUBE 4 10W 40 SAE 10W 30 or 10W 40 SAE 30 çSAE 20 SAE 10W Recommended engine oil grade API Service SE type or higher Engine oil quantity 1 3 L 1 37 US qt 1 14 lmp qt 0 C å YAMALUBE 4 10W 40 SAE 10W ç SAE 20 SAE 30 32 F 25 C 80 F 7CK 281...

Page 35: ...ar 6 Insert the foam element into the air filter case NOTE Be sure the foam element sealing surface matches the air filter so there is no air leak cC The engine should never run without the foam ele ment excessive piston and cylinder wear may result 7 Install the air filter cover in its original position and tighten the bolts 8 Install the front cover and tighten the bolts Recommended oil Foam air...

Page 36: ...gine has been run Avoid touching the engine and muffler while they are still hot with any part of your body or clothing during inspection or repair 2 Loosen the screw 1 and then remove the muffler cap 2 the muffler screen 3 and spark arrester 4 1 Remove the bolts 1 and then pull outward on the areas of rear cover 2 shown 7CK 28199 10_b 08 9 15 17 13 Page 31 ...

Page 37: ...nd spark arrester using a wire brush cC When cleaning use the wire brush lightly to avoid damaging or scratching of the muffler screen and spark arrester 4 Check the muffler screen and spark arrester Replace them if damaged 5 Install the spark arrester NOTE Align the spark arrester projection 1 with the hole 2 in the muffler pipe 711 075 7CK 28199 10_b 08 9 15 17 13 Page 32 ...

Page 38: ...le smoking or in the vicinity of an open flame 1 Remove the fuel tank cap and filter 1 2 Clean the filter with gasoline If damaged replace it 3 Wipe the filter and install it 4 Install the fuel tank cap w Be sure the fuel tank cap is tightened securely 7CK 28199 10_b 08 9 15 17 13 Page 33 ...

Page 39: ... EXTERNAL Flush with plenty of water 9 INTERNAL Drink large quantities of water or milk and immediately call a physician 9 EYES Flush with water for 15 minutes and seek prompt medical attention 9 Batteries produce explosive hydrogen gas Therefore keep sparks flames cigarettes etc away from the battery and provide suffi cient ventilation when charging it in an enclosed space 9 KEEP THIS AND ALL BAT...

Page 40: ... 2 788 7CKa 779 7XF AE01077 Fuse replacement w Be sure to use specified fuse A wrong fuse will cause electrical system damage and A FIRE HAZ ARD cC Be sure the engine switch is turned to STOP to prevent accidental short circuiting Specified fuse 20A 1 Remove the bolts 1 and then pull outward on the areas of front cover 2 shown 7CK 28199 10_b 08 9 15 17 13 Page 35 ...

Page 41: ...peration is correct push in the reset button If the G F C I operates incorrectly consult a Yamaha dealer w Do not operate the generator with a faulty G F C I circuit Electric shock could occur Have the gen erator repaired by a qualified mechanic G F C I Reset G F C I Receptacle Button Position Operation after Test Pop Out 3 Correct Stay In 4 Incorrect 7CK 28199 10_b 08 9 15 17 13 Page 36 ...

Page 42: ... cap w Fuel is highly flammable and poisonous Check SAFETY INFORMATION See page 1 carefully cC Immediately wipe off spilled fuel with a clean dry soft cloth since fuel may deteriorate painted sur faces or plastic parts 3 Turn the engine switch to ON 4 Turn the fuel cock knob to ON 5 Start the engine and leave it run until it stops The engine stops in approx 20 mins time by run ning out of fuel NOT...

Page 43: ...arburetor float chamber 8 Turn the engine switch to OFF 9 Turn the fuel cock knob to OFF 10 Tighten the drain screw 11 Install the front cover and tighten the bolts 1 2 788 7CKa 1 707 7CKd 12 Tighten further if any bolts and nuts are loose 13 Store the generator in a dry well ventilated place with the cover placed over it 7CK 28199 10_b 08 9 15 17 13 Page 38 ...

Page 44: ...the engine switch to START and crank the engine several seconds with ignition off to coat the cylinder walls with oil 3 Clean exterior of the generator and apply a rust inhibitor 4 Store the generator in a dry well ventilated place with the cover placed over it 712 7XF 788 7XFg 5 The generator must remain in a vertical position when stored carried or operated The caster lock lever should be in the...

Page 45: ...ry in an excessively warm or cold place i e less than 0 C 30 F or more than 30 C 90 F w 9 Disconnect the negative lead black first then the positive lead red from the battery 9 Connect the positive lead red first then the negative lead black to the battery when installing the battery 7CK 28199 10_b 08 9 15 17 13 Page 40 ...

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Page 47: ... carburetor 2 Engine oil system Insufficient 2 Oil level is low Add engine oil 3 Electrical systems 2 Engine switch to START 1 Poor spark 2 Spark plug dirty with carbon or wet Remove carbon or wipe spark plug dry 2 Faulty ignition system Consult a Yamaha deal er 4 Compression Insufficient 2 Worn out piston and cylinder Consult a Yamaha dealer 2 Loose cylinder head nuts Tighten nuts proper ly 2 Dam...

Page 48: ...n G Does not come on H Comes on L Turn the engine switch to START and check the spark plug for spark strength See WARNING w 9 To prevent FIRE HAZARDS be sure fuel is not present in the spark plug area 9 To prevent FIRE HAZARDS be sure to place the spark plug as far way as possible from the spark plug hole and car buretor area 9 To prevent ELECTRIC SHOCK do not hold spark plug lead with hand while ...

Page 49: ... Consult a Yamaha dealer E I Check engine oil level J OK K Level low Consult a Yamaha dealer Add engine oil O Check the spark plug 9 Type 9 Gap P Incorrect Q OK Replace or Adjust gap Clean the spark plug 7CK 28199 10_b 08 9 15 17 13 Page 44 ...

Page 50: ...4ES NGK Gap mm in 0 7 0 8 0 028 0 031 Noise Level dB A 64 AE00701 SPECIFICATIONS AE00702 Dimensions Unit EF6300iSDE Overall Length mm in 780 30 7 Overall Width mm in 616 24 3 Overall Height mm in 692 27 2 Dry Weight kg lb 91 200 AE00704 Engine Measured at rated operation from 7 m 23 ft distance AE00707 Generator Unit EF6300iSDE AC Output Rated voltage V 120 240 Rated frequency Hz 60 Rated current ...

Page 51: ... stolen PRI I D NUMBER PRI I D CODE SERIAL No MODEL Serial NO 7CK 7CK 24163 00 790 7CKb CONSUMER INFORMATION AE00011 Machine identification The machine serial number is stamped in the location as shown NOTE The first three digits of these numbers are for model identification the remaining dig its are the unit production number Keep a record of these numbers for reference when ordering parts from a...

Page 52: ...TOMER S RESPONSIBILITY under this warranty shall be to 1 Operate and maintain the generator as speci fied in the appropriate Owner s Manual 2 Give notice to an authorized Yamaha con sumer generator dealer of any and all appar ent defects within ten 10 days after discov ery and make the unit available at that time for inspection and repairs at such dealer s place of business WARRANTY TRANSFER To tr...

Page 53: ...he time of sale and upon your request at any later date In addition each Yamaha generator dealer is held responsible for his setup service and warranty repair work Q Is the warranty transferable to second own ers A Yes The remainder of the existing warranty can be transfered upon request The unit has to be inspected and reregistered by an authorized Yamaha generator dealer for the policy to remain...

Page 54: ...R SPARK The above items and the corresponding acronyms are provided in accordance with U S EPA REGULATIONS FOR NEW NONROAD SPARK IGNITION NONHANDHELD ENGINES and the CALIFORNIA REGULATIONS FOR 1995 AND LATER SMALL OFF ROAD ENGINES The acronyms conform to the latest version of the SAE s recommended practice docu ment J1930 Diagnostic Acronyms Terms and Definitions For Electrical Electronic System I...

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Page 57: ...r p Interface unit a Fuse s Oil level gauge d Starter relay f Starter motor g Battery h T C I magneto j Spark plug k T C I unit l Fuel cut sorenoid valve Main coil 2 z Thermo sencer x Auto choke c Throttle motor Color code B Black Br Brown G Green L Blue Or Orange P Pink R Red W White Y Yellow Y W Yellow White B R Black Red B W Black White B Y Black Yellow Br W Brown White G R Green Red G W Green ...

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Page 60: ...0 EF6300iSDE OWNER S MANUAL PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE LIT 19626 01 52 PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER PRINTED IN JAPAN 2008 9 09 1 0 1 7CK 28199 10_hyoshi 08 8 30 14 27 Page 1 ...

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