Evopower Generator User Manual
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1. 1 4 10 6 1 3 Use fresh running water to wash excess acid continue this until medical assistance arrives 1 4 10 6 1 4 Contact with acid needs to be washed away Make sure that you do not wash the acid to another part of the face or body 1 4 10 6 1 5 Gasses from charging batteries are highly flammable and great care should be taken to charge in well ventilated areas 1 5 Additional Safety guidelines 1 5 1 Exhaust and Engine 1 5 1 1 The engine and exhaust will become very hot during use do not touch 1 5 1 2 These items remain hot for some time after use 1 5 1 3 Place the machine in an area where pedestrians or children are not likely to touch the machine 1 5 1 4 Avoid placing any flammable materials near the exhaust outlet during operation 1 5 1 5 Keep the machine at least 1 m from buildings or other equipment or the engine may overheat 1 5 1 6 Avoid operating the engine with a dust cover 1 5 2 Control Functions 1 5 2 1 Oil Warning System 1 5 2 1 1 When the oil falls below the lower level the engine will stop automatically 1 5 2 1 2 Unless you refill with oil the engine will not 9 ENGINE sw start again 1 5 5 Starter Switch SW 1 5 3 1 The engine starter switch controls the ignition 1 5 3 2 In the OFF Position the ignition circuit is switched off and the engine will not run 1 5 3 3 Inthe ON position the engine is ready for starting 1 5 3 4 Inthe START posit2. Drain fuel and re fill with fresh unleaded petrol Turn OFF choke Fill crankcase with clean oil to correct level Engine will not start or starts Water in fuel and runs erratically Too much choke applied Low oil level Fuel mixture too rich Intake valve stuck open or closed Engine has lost compression Out of fuel Contact Genpower Fill with fresh unleaded petrol Fill crankcase with clean oil to correct level Contact Genpower Reduce load Clean or replace Contact Genpower Move choke to halfway position until engine runs smoothly Engine shuts down during Low oil level normal operation Fault in engine Load is too high Dirty air filter Engine need to be serviced Engine lack power Choke is opened too soon Engine hunting or falterin Carburettor is too rich or too Contact Genpower lean Page 19 12 STORAGE A CAUTION Long term storage of your machine will require some preventative measures to guard against the effects of storage 12 1 Fuel 12 1 1 Drain the fuel tank fuel tap cock and carburettor float bowl 12 1 2 Pour a cup of SAE 10W 30 motor oil inside the tank shake the tank to line with oil 12 1 3 Drain off excess oil 12 2 Engine 12 2 1 Remove spark plug and pour about one table spoon of SAE10W 30 motor oil into cylinder 12 2 2 Replace spark plug and pull recoil until you feel compression stop pulling at this stage
3. 12 2 3 Clean exterior of the generator and apply a rust inhibitor 12 2 4 Empty the machine of oil and refill with clean oil to the correct level 12 2 5 With ignition switch OFF use the recoil starter to turn the engine over several times 12 2 6 Store generator in a dry well ventilated place with a cover over it 12 2 7 The generator must remain in a level vertical position 13 SPECIFICATIONS Model EVO3100 EVO5000 EVO7000E EVO9000E of Protection IP23M AC ACOutput 230V DC Output 12V 8 3A 2 6kW 3 2kW 5 0kW 5 8kW Output Max AC Mac gow ssw ssw saw Output Power Factor J 40 I 4 Stroke Petrol Engine Oil SE SF SAE TOW 30 SAE 15W 40 equivalent to SG class oil Generator ole ole Page 20 14 GENPOWER CONTACT DETAILS 14 1 14 2 14 3 14 4 Postal address Genpower Limited Isaac Way Pembroke Dock Pembrokeshire SA72 4RW UK Telephone number Office 44 0 1646 687880 Email contacts Technical service genpower co uk Web site www evopower co uk i vopower Page 21 iOvopower 15 DECLARATIONS OF CONFORMITY 15 1 Genpower Ltd confirms that these products conform to the following CE Directives 15 1 1 2006 42 EC Machinery Directive 15 1 2 2004 108 EC EMC Directive 15 1 3 2000 14 EC Noise Emissions Directive 15 1 4 97 68 EC NRMM Emissions Directive 15 1 5 2006 95 EC Low Voltage Directive Page 22 i Qvopower NOTES Page 23 i vopowe
4. Maintaining the air filter in good condition is very important Dirt induced through improperly installed improperly serviced or inadeguate elements damages and wears out engines ALWAYS Keep the element always clean 10 3 2 Remove air filter cover Air Filter Cover Page 15 i vopower 10 3 3 Take out the air filters elements clean them well in paraffin and dry it Sgueeze DO NOT WRING 10 3 4 After wetting the filter elements by clean engine oil squeeze it tight by hand 10 3 5 Lastly put the filter elements into the filter housing and install it securely 10 4 Spark Plug 10 4 1 Use spark plug BPR5ES or BPR6ES 10 4 2 The spark plug electrode should be a Tan colour 10 4 3 To clean spark plug use a small brass wire brush 10 4 4 Spark plug gap should be 0 7mm to 0 8mm 0 028 to 0 031 AN 0 7 0 8mm N WARNING On completion of this operation you MUST make sure that the fuel tap is tightened securely 10 5 Fuel Tap 10 5 1 Stop the engine 10 5 2 Empty fuel tank and make sure fuel tap is higher than the fuel inside the tank 10 5 3 Turn the fuel tap cock lever to OFF 10 5 4 Clean with solvent 10 5 5 Wipe off 10 5 6 Check filter clean as required 10 5 7 Check the gasket Replace it if damaged A NOTE Fuel tap shown in ON position Page 16 i vopower 10 6 Fuel Tank Filter WARNING On completion make sure fuel filler cap is secured tig
5. and you must adhere to their warning s Failure to do so may result in personal injury Personal Protective clothing PPE Warning Signs and Symbols A DANGER A CAUTION A WARNING AN NOTE HOT SURFACE EXPLOSION MOVING PARTS TOXIC FUMES Page 3 Ovopower 489 1 3 Carbon Monoxide TOXIC FUMES 1 3 1 Carbon monoxide is a colourless and odourless gas breathing this gas It can cause death as well as serious long term health problems such as brain damage 1 3 2 The symptoms of Carbon monoxide poisoning can include the following 1 3 2 1 Headaches Dizziness Nausea Breathlessness Collapsing or Loss of consciousness 1 3 2 2 Carbon monoxide symptoms are similar to flu food poisoning viral infections and simply tiredness That s why it s quite common for people to mistake this very dangerous poisoning for something else 1 3 3 To avoid Carbon monoxide poisoning DO NOT Use Petrol Diesel powered equipment inside a home or garage even if doors and windows are open 1 3 4 If you think you or someone around you has been affected by carbon monoxide poisoning 1 3 4 1 Get fresh air immediately 1 3 4 2 Open doors and windows turn off machine and leave the affected area 1 3 4 3 See your doctor immediately or go to hospital let them know that you suspect carbon monoxide poisoning 1 3 5 Only use Petrol Diesel powered equipment outside in a well ventilated area A DANGER NEVER use inside a home Only use OUTS
6. 5 Respiratory protective equipment should be used when in an unventilated area 1 4 9 6 When defueling always use a propriety fuel retriever 1 4 9 7 Always carry fuel in the correct and clearly marked container k 1 4 10 Electrical Safety 1 4 10 1 Electricity can kill never work on LIVE ENERGISED eguipment 1 4 10 2 Identify electrical isolation method and always isolate all electrical supplies prior to carrying out any maintenance work 1 4 10 3 Prior to use and with all electrical supplies isolated check all electrical cables plugs and connections for the following 1 4 10 3 1 Are intact and have no signs of damage to include but not limited to bare wires chaffing cuts and loose wiring If there are any signs of damage the damaged item should be taken out of service until the damage has been repaired by an electrically competent person 1 4 10 4 All trailing cables should be routed so as not to cause any kind of trip hazard 1 4 10 5 Never work on or near electricity with wet hands wet clothing and wet gloves Page 5 i vopower 1 4 10 6 Batteries present a risk if they become damage by the possible leaking of electrolyte This electrolyte is an acid and can cause serious injuries Care should be taken when working on or near them 1 4 10 6 1 Should you come into contact with acid you should 1 4 10 6 1 1 Get medical assistance as soon as possible 1 4 10 6 1 2 Remove all clothing contaminated with acid
7. IDE and or garage EVEN IF doors far away from windows and windows are open doors and vents 1 4 General fuel safety SYS 1 4 1 Fuel Safety additional information can be obtained from the Health and Safety Executive HSE document SR16 CAUTION 1 4 2 All fuels are Flammable 1 4 3 Keep away from all ignition sources i e Heaters Lamps sparks from Grinding or welding 1 4 4 Hot work on tanks that have contained fuel is extremely dangerous and should not be carried out 1 4 5 Keep work area clean and tidy 1 4 6 Clean up all spills promptly using correct methods i e absorbent granules and a lidded bin Page 4 i vopower 1 4 7 Dispose of waste fuels correctly 1 4 8 Diesel safety 1 4 8 1 Always fuel and defuel in well ventilated area 1 4 8 2 Always wear correct suitable and fit for purpose Personal Protective Equipment PPE suggested items are as follows but are not limited too 1 4 8 3 Hand protection 1 4 8 4 Protective clothing 1 4 8 5 When defueling always use a propriety fuel retriever 1 4 8 6 Always carry fuel in the correct and clearly marked container an 1 4 9 Petrol safety SYS 1 4 9 1 Always fuel and defuel in well ventilated area 1 4 9 2 Always wear correct suitable and fit for purpose Personal Protective Equipment PPE suggested items are as follows but are not limited too 1 4 9 3 Hand protection 1 4 9 4 Protective clothing 1 4 9
8. OTE e Turn OFF the AC switch e DO NOT connect any electrical appliances to the machine 4 1 Turn the fuel tap to ON position 4 2 Turn the engine switch to ON 4 3 Pull or slide choke lever to the Choke position Not necessary when engine is warm RUN Position CHOKE Position 4 4 Pull the starter handle slowly until resistance is felt this is the Compression point pull out swiftly and firmly Do not fully pull out the rope After starting allow the starter handle to return to its original position while still holding the handle 1 1 Push or slide choke lever back to the RUN position 1 2 Warm up the engine for a few minutes without load Page 10 i vopower 5 STARTING THE ENGINE USING IGNITION KEY EVO7000 EVO9000L models onl Before starting the engine A NOTE e Turn OFF the AC switch e DO NOT connect any electrical appliances to the machine 5 1 Turn the fuel tap to ON position 5 2 Turn the engine switch to ON 5 3 Slide the choke lever to the Choke position Not necessary when engine is warm RUN Position CHOKE Position 5 4 Insert key and turn to the start position hold this against spring tension for approximately 10 seconds 5 5 Once the machine starts to run release the key and let it rest at the run position 5 6 If machine does not start after first attempt wait for 60 seconds and attempt a restart 5 7 Warm up the engine then slide choke lever b
9. ack to the RUN position 5 8 Continue to warm engine for a few minute without load AN NOTE The battery is mounted under the control panel EVO7000 EVO9000L models only 6 USING MACHINE 6 1 Using AC output Make sure the electrical apparatus to be powered is turned OFF before plugging into socket outlet Make sure that you do not exceed the rated load of the machine o Toincrease the life span of the generator it is recommended that you do not consistently load the machine and ideally use it at 75 of machines rated capacity Make sure that the load current is within the rated current of the outlet socket DO NOT change voltage changeover switch whilst engine is running Page 11 i vopower 6 1 1 DO NOT connect any electrical appliances to the machine 6 1 2 Selectreguired output voltage 6 1 3 Checkthe output on the Voltmeter is reading the correct voltage 6 1 3 1 Display will read output voltage depending on the selection either 115 VAC or 230 VAC 6 1 4 Turn the main AC switch to the OFF position 6 1 5 Insertthe plug into the outlet you are about to use 6 1 6 Turn the main AC switch to the ON position and turn the electrical appliance ON 6 2 Using DC outlet Explosives gases are given off when charging a battery ONLY charge in a well ventilated area away from sparks and naked flames Exercise care when charging batteries to make sure that the battery does not get overcharged or overheat
10. htly 10 6 1 Remove filler cap w 10 6 2 Remove fuel filter and clean with solvent VN 10 6 3 Wipe off and dry with a clean lint free rag r 10 6 4 Replace filter into fuel tank Fuel Filler Fuel Tank Fuel Filter 10 7 Silencer Cover A WARNING The engine and silencer will become very hot after the engine has been run Avoid touching the engine and silencer while they are still hot with any part of your body or clothing during inspection or repair 10 7 1 Make sure silencer and exhaust are cold before continuing this work 10 7 2 Remove the silencer cover 10 7 3 Clean the carbon deposits out of the silencer screen using a wire brush To remove cover remove 10 7 4 Check the silencer screen Replace it if these four bolts k damaged O 10 7 5 Install the silencer screen and silencer protector Once removed clean carbon gg deposits from outlet Page 17 10 8 Carburettor maintenance 10 8 1 Turn fuel tap to OFF position 10 8 2 Remove the Fuel Shut Off solenoid by undoing the two retaining screws 10 8 3 Remove the float bowl retaining bolt 10 8 4 Remove bowl and make sure seal is in good condition replace as required 10 8 5 Using a flat bladed screwdriver unscrew the main jet and remove the emulsion tube N B Take care not to drop these 10 8 6 Blow out main jet and emulsion tube with a low pressure airline Also blow out the hole where these were removed fr
11. ion pushed against spring tension the starter motor turns and the machine will start 1 5 4 AC Switch Breaker 1 5 4 1 The AC Switch Breaker will turn OFF automatically when the load exceeds the generator maximum output Page 6 i vopower 1 5 4 2 switch turns OFF then before resetting reduce load and keep below the rated output of the machine Reset and add loads to within working limit of machine 1 5 5 DO NOT Connect to the generator to mains AC sockets in your building commonly known as back feeding it is extremely dangerous and illegal 2 MACHINE LAYOUT _PETROL GENERATOR Table One Model shown EVO5000 Fuel Cap Voltmeter DC Reset 12 Volt DC Outlet 230V Outlet Power Light 1 Fuel Tank 2 3 Fuel Gauge 4 5 AC Breaker 6 7 Voltage Selector 8 9 115V Outlet 10 11 Earth Ground 12 Connection 13 Oil Filler Cap 14 15 Engine Switch Oil Drain Bolt Page 7 i vopower Table two Model shown EVO5000 Choke Lever 2 Air Filter Carburettor 4 Spark Plug Oil Filler Cap 6 Exhaust 1 2 3 4 Table Three Model Shown EVO5000 Fuel Tap 2 Recoil Starter Alternator 4 Anti Vibration Mount Air Filter 6 Choke Lever Page 8 i vopower 3 PRE OPERATION CHECKS AN CAUTION Pre operation checks should be carried out each time the generator is used 3 1 Check engine fuel 3 1 1 Check fuel level using the fuel level gauge 3 1 2 If fuel level is l
12. om 10 8 7 Re assembly is the reverse of the above 10 8 8 If the machine is left for more than a month drain the petrol from the carburettor by either running the machine dry of petrol or releasing the petrol by loosening the flat bowl drain screw N B Petrol tends to become wax like over time i vopower Carburettor Body gt Float N Emulsifier Tube Main Jet Drain Bolt Float Bowl x Float Bowl Retaining Bolt i A Solenoid Retaining Screws Fuel Shut Off Solenoid Generic Carburettor shown Page 18 i vopower 11 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 1 Engine Troubleshooting N B all corrective actions should be carried out by suitably gualified person s Corrective action s Circuit breaker is open Reset circuit breaker UN Poor connection or defective Engine is running but no AC l Check and repair electrical lead output is available TE I Connected device is faulty Connect a known good device Fault in generator Contact Genpower Short circuit in a connected load Disconnect affected load Engine runs ok but slows or Generator is already struggles when load are Reduce loads overloaded connected Engine speed is too low naa Contact Genpower Short circuit in generator Dirty air filter Clean or replace filter Out of fuel Fill with fresh unleaded petrol Drain fuel and re Till with fresh Stale fuel unleaded petrol Spark plug wire disconnected Dirty Faulty spark plug Clean or replace
13. ow refill with sufficient fresh unleaded petrol enough to complete the task 3 1 3 Make sure you use the fuel filter screen on the fuel filler neck 3 1 4 Fuel tank capacities Model s EVO3100 EVO7000 EVO9000E EVO5000 25 Litres N WARNING 3 1 5 DO NOT refill tank while engine is running or HOT 3 1 6 Close fuel tap before re fuelling see above table for fuel tank capacities 3 1 7 DO NOT allow any dust dirt water or any other foreign objects get into the fuel or fuel tank 3 1 8 Wipe off any spilt fuel thoroughly before starting the engine 3 1 9 Keepall sources of ignition and naked flames away from the area in which you are fuelling machine 3 1 10 Once refuelling is complete close the fuel tap 3 2 Checking Engine oil Oil Cap 3 2 1 Before checking oil make sure generator is put on Upper Level stable and level ground R NY 3 2 2 Remove oil filler cap and check engine oil level NZ 3 2 3 If oil level is below the lower level line refill with SAE10W 30 or 15W 40 API CH 4 CF SJ SL or higher grade to the upper level N B do not screw oil filler in the oil filler cap when checking oil level 3 2 4 Change contaminated oil 3 2 5 Oil Capacities Dipstick Lower Level Model s mul EVO3100 EVO5000 EVO7000 1 1 Litres EVO9000E Page 9 i vopower 3 3 Earthing Ground 3 3 1 Always earth the generator 4 STARTING THE ENGINE RECOIL Before starting the engine A N
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15. ry and requires no maintenance other than 8 1 1 Ensure battery terminals are 8 1 1 1 Kept clean 8 1 1 2 Kept tight 8 1 1 3 Covered to prevent short circuiting 8 1 2 Make sure battery is free from damage and is not leaking If battery shows signs of damage or leaking DO NOT continue to use Instead replace battery immediately Make sure that all battery acid spills are correctly cleaned up straight away 8 2 The battery should be stored in a charged condition 8 3 Store in a dry place and you should recharge it once a month 8 4 It should not be stored at excessively high or low temperatures 9 DISPOSAL of WASTE ELECTRICAL amp ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT W E E E DIRECTIVE 9 1 All Electrical and Electronic Equipment Including batteries should be e E disposed of in accordance with Government Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2002 96 EC BO naqa Elevtrei pi amp Chih johda L pi Page 13 10 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 10 1 Maintenance chart Initial pi Every 3 Every 6 Every 12 Month Months Months Months or 50 or 100 or 300 or 20 Hours Hours Hours Hours Check condition Spark Plug adjust gap and clean as necessary vansa Pekola e reine oll Replace mm e necessary san as necessary Valve Check and adjust clearance when engine is cold Check fuel hose for Fuel Line cracks and damage Replace when necessary Check for leaks re
16. s HAND PROTECTIVE PROTECTION Miken A CLOTHING MUST BE WORN MUST BE WORN A CAUTION 6 2 1 The DC outlet is an unregulated 12 VDC 8 3 Amps Approximate Specific 6 2 2 Charging instructions for the battery Charged Voltage Gravity 6 2 2 1 Disconnect the battery leads 6 2 2 2 Open the battery filler caps 6 2 2 3 Check that the batteries are full to 100 13 2 1 255 1 275 the upper limit 75 9 9 1 215 1 235 6 2 2 4 Only use distilled water to fill up 50 6 6 1 180 1 200 battery 25 3 3 1 155 1 165 6 2 2 5 Measure the specific gravity SG of the battery fluid electrolyte and calculate the charging time in accordance with the table to the right 6 2 2 6 The specific gravity for a fully charged battery shall be between 1 255 and 1 275 You should check the SG every hour 6 2 2 7 Ifthe battery requires charging connect the battery to the 12 V 8 33 Amp charging outlet Make sure you observe the correct polarity at the battery Red to positive and Black to negative 0 0 1 110 1 130 Page 12 i vopower 7 STOPPING THE ENGINE WARNING The AVR can be damaged by stopping the generator under load ALWAYS remove the load before stopping 7 1 Turn OFF and unplug all appliances attached to the machine 7 2 Turn the AC switch OFF 7 3 Turn the engine switch to the OFF position 7 4 Turn OFF the fuel tap 8 BATTERY 8 1 The battery isa 12 volt 12Ah sealed lead acid batte
17. tighten or replace Exhaust gasket as required system Check silencer screen clean and replace as required Check Choke Carburettor operation Caoine vtem Check Cooling fan 5 SY for damage Starting Check recoil starter system Recoil operation Starting system operation Electric 11 Check all fittings and All fitting and fasteners If missing fasteners or loose replace and tighten Page 14 i vopower 10 2 Engine Oil replacement After engine has been run prior to changing the oil will be very hot CAUTION Wear correct PPE minimum of gloves and overalls 555 DO NOT allow any dust dirt or any other debris enter oil or crankcase 10 2 1 Place the machine on a level surface and warm up the engine for several minutes Then stop the engine 10 2 2 Remove the oil filler cap dip stick 10 2 3 Place an oil pan under the engine Remove the oil drain plug so that the oil can be completely drained 10 2 4 Check the oil drain plug gasket oil filler cap and O ring If damaged replace 10 2 5 Reinstall the oil drain plug 10 2 6 Add engine oil to the upper level _ Oil Cap recommended oil SAE10W 30 or ON 15W 40 API CH 4 CF SJ SL or higher Oil Filler Cap Oil Drain Plug Upper Level grade Dipstick Lower Level 10 3 Air filter A CAUTION The engine should not be run without the filter element piston and or cylinder wear can occur 10 3 1
18. vopower EVO3100 EVO5000 EVO7000 EVO9000E USER MANUAL A x Model shown EVO9000 BEFORE USE YOU MUST READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY RETAIN FOR FUTURE USE evopower co uk 10 11 12 13 14 15 CONTENTS Section Description SAFETY MACHINE LAYOUT PRE OPERATION CHECKS STARTING THE ENGINE RECOIL STARTING THE ENGINE USING IGNTION KEY USING THE MACHINE STOPPING THE ENGINE BATTERY DISPOSAL of WASTE ELECTRICAL amp ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT W E E E DIRECTIVE PERIODIC MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING STORAGE SPECICIFATIONS CONTACT DETAILS DECLARATIONS of CONFORMITY i vopower Page N N 5 10 11 11 12 13 13 13 14 18 19 20 20 21 22 Page 2 i vopower Z 1 SAFETY AL A 1 1 The operator of the machine is 1 1 1 Responsible for and has a duty of care in making sure that the machine is operated safely and in accordance with the instructions in this user manual 1 1 2 It should never be left it in a condition which would allow an untrained or unauthorised person s to operate this machine 1 1 3 All due care and diligence should be taken by the operator for the safety of and with regard to those around whilst using the machine to include but not limited to 1 1 3 1 Elderly children pets livestock and property 1 2 Some or all of the following PPE Warning Signs and symbols may appear throughout this manual
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