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7TA-9-11A 10/24/03 4:42 PM Page A AE00002 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of your new Yamaha. This manual will provide you with a good basic understanding of the operation and maintenance of this machine. If you have any questions regarding the operation or maintenance of your machine, please consult a Yamaha dealer. PRI-I.D. NUMBER AE00012 IDENTIFICATION NUMBER RECORDS Record your Primary I.D.
7TA-9-11A 10/24/03 4:42 PM Page B AE00032 w PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE. 851-005 NOTE: 9 Yamaha continually seeks advancements 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 this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.
7TA-9-11A 10/24/03 4:42 PM Page C AE00041 CONTENTS LIMITED WARRANTY (EF- AND AIR FILTER ......................................20 EDL-SERIES) ........................................1 FUEL COCK .....................................21 LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS.................................................3 FUEL TANK FILTER.........................21 SAFETY INFORMATION.......................4 EXHAUST FUMES ARE MUFFLER (SPARK ARRESTER).....22 TROUBLESHOOTING......................23 STORAGE ......
7TA-9-11A 10/24/03 4:42 PM Page 1 AE01120 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U.S.A. EF- AND EDL-SERIES GENERATOR LIMITED WARRANTY 2. Give notice to an authorized Yamaha consumer generator dealer of any and all apparent defects within ten (10) days after discovery, and make the unit available at that time for inspection and repairs at such dealer’s place of business. Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
TA-9-11A 10/24/03 4:42 PM Page 2 WARRANTY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Q. Is the warranty transferable to second owners? 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 effective. Q. What costs are my responsibility during the warranty period? A.
7TA-9-11A 10/24/03 4:42 PM Page 3 AE00062 LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS Please read the following labels carefully before operating this machine. NOTE: Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary. 1 792-005 WARNING t r 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 electrician. Refer to the owner’s manual.
7TA-9-11A 10/24/03 4:42 PM Page 4 AE00071 SAFETY INFORMATION AE00072 742-001 EXHAUST FUMES ARE POISONOUS 9 Never operate the engine in a closed area or it may cause unconsciousness and death within a short time. Operate the engine in a well ventilated area. AE00075 742-011 FUEL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND POISONOUS 9 Always turn off the engine when refuelling. 9 Never refuel while smoking or in the vicinity of an open flame. 9 Take care not to spill any fuel on the engine or muffler when refuelling.
7TA-9-11A 10/24/03 4:42 PM Page 5 9 Keep the machine at least 1 m (3 ft) from buildings or other equipment, or the engine may overheat. a a 1 m (3ft) 742-020a 9 Avoid operating the engine with a dust cover. 742-016 9 Be sure the carrying handle is securely installed before picking up the generator. 9 Be sure to carry the generator only by its carrying handle(s). q 1 Carrying handle 741-044 AE00083 ELECTRIC SHOCK PREVENTION 9 Never operate the engine in rain or snow.
7TA-9-11A 10/24/03 4:42 PM Page 6 9 Be sure to ground (earth) the generator. NOTE: Use ground (earth) lead of sufficient current capacity. q 1 Lead diameter 741-045 Ground (earth) Lead Diameter: 0.12 mm (0.005 in)/ampere EX; 10 Ampere → 1.2mm (0.05 in) AE00088 CONNECTION NOTES 9 Avoid connecting the generator to commercial power outlet. 9 Avoid connecting the generator in parallel with any other generator.
7TA-9-11A 10/24/03 4:42 PM Page 7 AE00868 EXTENSION CORD NOTES 9 When using an extension cord, its total length should not exceed 60 meters for cross section of 1.5 mm square and 100 meters for cross section of 2.5 mm square or more. 9 This extension cord should be protected by a tough flexible rubber sheath (IEC 245) or the equivalent to withstand mechanical stresses.
7TA-9-11A 10/24/03 4:42 PM Page 8 AE00101 CONTROL FUNCTION AE00102 q w !2 r e i !0 !1 o !5 793-021 DESCRIPTION 1 Fuel tank 2 Fuel tank cap 3 Fuel cock 4 Air filter cover 5 Spark plug 6 Muffler 7 Choke lever 8 AC receptacle 9 Engine switch 0 Ground (Earth) terminal q Recoil starter w AC protector e Carrying handle r Fuel level gauge t Oil filler cap !2 !3 !4 u i t y 793-022 !0 –8– 793-023
7TA-9-11A 10/24/03 4:42 PM Page 9 AE00112 OIL WARNING SYSTEM When the oil level falls below the lower level, the engine stops automatically. Unless you refill with oil, the engine will not start again. NOTE: If the engine stalls or does not start, check the oil level. If the oil is insufficient, add oil and restart. 700-096 AE00122 ENGINE SWITCH The engine switch controls the ignition system. q 1 I 7 : “ON” Ignition circuit is switched on. The engine can be started.
7TA-9-11A 10/24/03 4:42 PM Page 10 AE00202 PRE-OPERATION CHECK NOTE: Pre-operation checks should be made each time the generator is used. Carrying Handle: Before picking up generator, make sure the carrying handle is securely installed. w 742-019 The engine and muffler will be very hot after the engine 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.
7TA-9-11A 10/24/03 4:42 PM Page 11 AE00222 q 700-071b 0°C 25°C A YAMALUBE 4(10W-30) D SAE 10W 32°F C SAE #20 B SAE #30 80°F 700-065 ENGINE OIL Make sure the engine oil is at the upper level of the oil filler hole. Add oil as necessary. 1 Upper level Recommended oil: å YAMALUBE 4 (10W-30) or SAE 10W-30 type SE motor oil ∫ SAE #30 ç SAE #20 ∂ SAE 10W Engine oil quantity: 0.43 L (0.38 lmp qt, 0.45 US qt) NOTE: Recommended engine oil classification: API Service “SE” or “SF”.
7TA-9-11A 10/24/03 4:42 PM Page 12 AE00955 OPERATION q 700-072a NOTE: The generator has been shipped without engine oil. Fill with oil or it will not start. 1 Upper level AE00806 STARTING THE ENGINE 761-054 NOTE: Before starting the engine, do not connect any electric devices. 1. Turn the fuel cock lever to the “ON” position. 1 “ON” q 705-037 2. Turn the engine switch to the “I 7” position. q 1 I7 “ON” 763-164c 3. Turn the choke lever to the “1” position.
7TA-9-11A 10/24/03 4:42 PM Page 13 6. Turn the choke lever back to the operating position. q 1 Operating position 701-025d AE00812 APPLICATION RANGE AC 779-006c 779-006a 779-006b Power factor 1 0.8–0.95 0.4–0.75 (Efficiency 0.85) EF1000A –800W –640W –270W NOTE: 9 “–” means below. 9 Application wattage indicates when each device is used by itself. cC Be sure the total load is within generator rated output otherwise generator damage will occur.
7TA-9-11A 10/24/03 4:42 PM Page 14 AE00821 CONNECTION Alternating Current (AC) cC 761-001 9 Be sure all electric devices including the lines and plug connections are in good condition before connection to the generator. 9 Be sure any electric devices are turned off before plugging it in. 9 Be sure the total load is within generator rated output. 9 Be sure the receptacle load current is within receptacle rated current. 1. Wind the power lead 2 or 3 turns around handle. 2. Start the engine. 3.
7TA-9-11A 10/24/03 4:42 PM Page 15 AE00834 STOPPING THE ENGINE NOTE: Turn off any electric devices. 761-054 1. Disconnect any electric devices. 2. Turn the engine switch to the “3 5” position. 1 3 5 “STOP” q 763-164d 3. Turn the fuel cock lever to “OFF”.
7TA-9-11B 10/24/03 4:49 PM Page 16 AE00401 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AE00403 MAINTENANCE CHART Regular maintenance is most important for best performance and safe operation. w Stop the engine before starting maintenance work. No. Item Remarks Every Pre-Ope- Initial ration 1 3 6 12 check month months months months (daily) or 20 Hr or 50 Hr or 100 Hr or 300 Hr ** Spark Plug Check condition. Adjust gap and clean. Replace if necessary. 2.* ** Valve Clearance Check and adjust when engine is cold.
7TA-9-11B 10/24/03 4:49 PM Page 17 No. 9. 10. Item Remarks Every Pre-Ope- Initial ration 1 3 6 12 check month months months months (daily) or 20 Hr or 50 Hr or 100 Hr or 300 Hr Fuel Line Check fuel hose for crack or damage. *Replace if necessary. 0 ** Choke lever Check choke operation. 0 11.* Cooling System Check for fan damage. 12. Check recoil starter operation. Starting System ** 13.* Decarbonization More frequently if necessary. Fittings/ 14.
7TA-9-11B 10/24/03 4:49 PM Page 18 AE00423 SPARK PLUG INSPECTION You should periodically remove and inspect the spark plug. 1. Check for discoloration and remove the carbon. 760-017 Standard electrode color: Tan Color 2. Check the spark plug type and gap. a 760-001a Standard Spark Plug: BPR6HS (NGK) Spark Plug Gap: 0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in) a Gap 3. Install the spark plug. Spark Plug Torque: 20 N•m (2 kgf•m, 14 lbf•ft) AE00431 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT The carburetor is a vital part of the engine.
7TA-9-11B 10/24/03 4:49 PM Page 19 AE00413 q w ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT 1. Place the machine on a level surface and warm up the engine for several minutes. Then stop the engine. 2. Remove the oil filler cap. 3. Place an oil pan under the engine. Drain the oil completely. 4. Check the oil filler cap and O-ring. If damaged, replace. 1 Oil filler cap 2 O-ring 700-097 5. Add engine oil to the upper level.
7TA-9-11B 10/24/03 4:49 PM Page 20 AE00451 AIR FILTER 1. Remove the air filter cover and element. 2. Wash the element in solvent and dry. 3. Oil the element and squeeze out excess oil. The element should be wet but not dripping. Recommended oil: Foam-air-filter oil or SAE #20 motor oil cC Do not wring out the element. This could cause it to tear. 4. Insert the element into the air filter. NOTE: Be sure the element sealing surface matches the air filter so there is no air leak.
7TA-9-11B 10/24/03 4:49 PM Page 21 AE00461 FUEL COCK w Never use or be near fuel and solvent while smoking or in the vicinity of an open flame. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Stop the engine. Turn the fuel cock lever to “OFF”. Remove the fuel cock cup and gasket. Clean the cup with solvent and wipe it off. Check the gasket. Replace it if damaged. Reinstall the gasket and fuel cock cup. w Be sure the fuel cock cup is tightened securely. 705-066 AE00471 FUEL TANK FILTER 1. Remove the fuel tank cap and filter.
7TA-9-11B 10/24/03 4:49 PM Page 22 AE00444 MUFFLER (SPARK ARRESTER) w 742-019 The engine and muffler will be very hot after the engine 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. 1. Remove the muffler protector 1. q 711-039 2. Remove the plate 2. w 711-040 3. Tap the muffler lightly, then take out the loose carbon deposits from inside the muffler. 4. Reinstall by reversing the removal procedure.
7TA-9-11B 10/24/03 4:49 PM Page 23 AE00512 TROUBLESHOOTING 707-069 Engine won’t start 1. Fuel systems No fuel supplied to combustion chamber. 2 No fuel in tank .... Supply fuel. 2 Clogged fuel line .... Clean fuel line. 2 Foreign matter in fuel cock .... Clean fuel cock. 2 Clogged carburetor .... Clean carburetor. 705-037a 2. Engine oil system Insufficient 2 Oil level is low .... Add engine oil. 700-072 3. Electrical systems 2 Engine switch to “ON”. Poor spark 2 Spark plug dirty with carbon or wet .
7TA-9-11B 10/24/03 4:49 PM Page 24 AE00515 A ENGINE DOES NOT START H Turn the engine switch and fuel cock lever to the “ON” position and then pull the recoil starter. E Check engine oil level. 791-001c 791-001f C H Does not start D F Engine starts. OK Consult a Yamaha dealer. G Level low Add engine oil. Pull the recoil starter and check the spark plug for spark strength. (See “WARNING”) K Check the spark plug.
7TA-9-11B 10/24/03 4:49 PM Page 25 AE00601 STORAGE q Long term storage of your machine will require some preventive procedures to guard against deterioration. AE00611 a w DRAIN THE FUEL 1. Drain the fuel tank, fuel cock, and carburetor float bowl. a Carburetor drain plug e 2. Pour a cup of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil into the tank. 3. Shake the tank to coat the inner surfaces thoroughly. 4. Drain off the excess oil. r 707-038 AE00621 ENGINE 1.
7TA-9-11B 10/24/03 4:49 PM Page 26 AE00789 EXHAUST EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM AND COMPONENTS Item Acronym 9 CARB. ASSY., LH. & JT., ......................CARB (Carburetor) CARBURETOR2 9 T.C.I. MAGNETO ASSY. & ....................EI (Electronic Ignition) PLUG, SPARK 9 CRANKCASE1 & HEAD, .......................PCV (Positive Crankcase CYLINDER1 Ventilation) 9 AIR FILTER ASSY. ................................ACL (Air Cleaner) 9 MUFF.
7TA-9-11B 10/24/03 4:49 PM Page 27 AE00701 SPECIFICATIONS AE00702 DIMENSIONS Overall Length Overall Width Overall Height Dry Weight Unit mm (in) mm (in) mm (in) kg (lb) EF1000A 399 (15.7) 305 (12.0) 410 (16.1) 23 (50.7) Unit EF1000A Forced air cooled 4-stroke gasoline OHV Inclined, 1 cylinder 84 50.0 × 43.0 (1.97 × 1.69) 1.5 (2.0)/3,600 5.5 Unleaded gasoline 3.8 (0.84, 1.00) 0.43 (0.38, 0.
7TA-9-11B 10/24/03 4:49 PM Page 28 AE00751 WIRING DIAGRAM q r Br w Br Br Br R R R t G/Y R G G G G e G/Y G/Y o Br W/R B B W/R Br W/R B Br B/W Br W/R B O !2 u i y B/W B/W Br W/R B O B O !0 !1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 q w B 770-009 Color code Stator assembly Rotor assembly Condenser AC protector AC receptacle Oil level switch Engine switch C.D.I. unit C.D.I.
7TA-9-11B 10/24/03 4:49 PM Page 29 AE00765 CARRYING HANDLE INSTALLATION 794-002 – 29 –
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