Makita G12000R User's Manual
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1. Check the amperage of the receptacles used referring to TABLE 1 and be sure not to take a current exceeding the specified amperage Be sure that the total wattage of all appliances dose not exceed the rated output of the generator GFCI Ground Fault Seed REC1 WARNING a To take power out from the TWIST e TWIST LOCK RECEPTACLE insert the plug into the receptacle and turn it clockwise to the lock position Locking Receptacle REC2 Locking Receptacle REC3 Locking Receptacle 4 TABLE 1 Be sure to ground the generator if the connected electrical device Is grounded gt When the no fuse breaker turns off during operation the generator is over loaded or the appliance is defective Stop the generator immediately check the appliance and or generator for overloading or detect and have repaired as necessary by Makita dealer or service shop CAUTION The duplex 120V receptacle is protected by a GFCI Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI shuts off the output current from the duplex 120V receptacle when a ground fault occurs in the generator or the appliance Please note that other receptacles are not protected by GFCI GFCI RECEPTACLE After starting the engine check the GFCI for proper functioning by the following test procedure Push blue TEST button The red RESET button will pop out exposing the wor2. Makita GENERATOR Q series MODEL G12000R INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 3229020092 FEDERAL EMISSION COMPONENT DEFECT WARRANTY EMISSION COMPONENT DEFECT WARRANTY COVERAGE This emission warranty is applicable in all States except the State of California MAKITA U S A Inc La Mirada California herein MAKITA warrants to the initial retail purchaser and each subsequent owner that this utility equipment engine herein engine has been designed built and equipped to conform at the time of initial sale to all applicable regulations of the U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA and that the engine is free of defects in materials and workmanship which would cause this engine to fail to conform with EPA regulations during its warranty period For the components listed under PARTS COVERED Makita Factory Service Center or Service Center authorized by MAKITA will at no cost to you make the necessary diagnosis repair or replacement necessary to ensure that the engine complies with applicable U S EPA regulations EMISSION COMPONENT DEFECT WARRANTY PERIOD The warranty period for this engine begins on the date of sale to the initial purchaser and continues for a period of 2 years PARTS COVERED Listed below are the parts covered by the Emission Component Defect Warranty Some of the parts listed below may require scheduled maintenance and are warranted up to the first scheduled replacement point for that part 1 Fue
3. BATTERY INSTALLATION Recommended Battery Lead acid battery A capacity of 12V 32A h or larger For the generators used in low temperature below 5 C 12V 40A h or larger battery is recommended 1 Attach terminals to a lead acid battery already charged Mount the battery onto the position as specified below with its terminals facing inward 2 Insert each long bolt through the specified hole its tip pointing outward 3 Put the supporting arm on the long bolts and tighten with the butterfly nuts Push the lead acid battery all the way inward 4 Arrange the wiring so that it won t be damaged by possible vibration caused by the engine 5 Only after checking that the engine s starter key is in the OFF position securely connect the cable with a red stripe to the positive terminal And then connect the other cable to the negative terminal Cable with red stripe to the terminal Cable with no stripe to the terminal 8 CAUTION Should the connection be made in incorrect manner the engine will be broken RED STRIPE CABLE LESS THAN Butterfly nut 8 1 in 2 Long bolt Accessory 205 mm 8 Supporting arm parts 3 4 Terminals and nut LESS THAN LESS THAN 6 7 in 170 mm 10 2 in 260 mm RED STRIPE CHECK COMPONENT PARTS Check following items before starting engine Fuel leakage from fuel hose etc Bolts and nuts for looseness m Components for damag
4. The following procedures should be followed prior to storage of your generator for a period of 6 months or longer Drain fuel from fuel tank and strainer cup carefully by disconnecting the fuel line Gasoline left in the fuel tank will eventually deteriorate making engine starting difficult order to remove the fuel in the carburetor run the engine at no load until it stops Disconnect the terminal of the battery a Change engine oil Check for loose bolts and screws tighten them if necessary Clean generator thoroughly with oiled cloth Spray with preservative if available NEVER USE WATER TO CLEAN GENERATOR Store generator in a well ventilated low humidity area 10 TROUBLESHOOTING When generator engine fails to start after several attempts or if no electricity is available at the output receptacles check the possible causes in accordance with the following table If your generator still fails to start or generate electricity contact your nearest Makita dealer or authorized service center for further information or corrective procedures Possible causes Fuel piping Low battery Blown fuse Deteriorated fuel Clogging of Air cleaner Low oil level Faulty spark plug Problem Clogging of Cooling air intake Overload by connected appliance a o Incorrect or poor connection of wires Insufficient capacity of extension cable meme PPR se
5. Red White Blu Gmw Green White Y Yeliow Light green LBlu Lightbiue Org Orange Pink Brown Gry Gray Gm Y Green Yellow ISSUE EMD GU1418 MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Warranty Policy Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory It is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase Should any trouble develop during this one year period retum the COMPLETE tool freight prepaid to one of Makita s Factory or Authrorized Service Centers If inspection shows the trouble is caused by defective workmanship or material Makita will repair or at our option replace without charge This Warranty does not apply where repairs have been made or attempted by others there is evidence of normal wear and tear The tool has been abused misused or improperly maintained alterations have been made to the tool Defects are due to the use of parts accessories or attachments which are not Makita genuine products specifically recommended for use with this tool Damage may be caused in transit This must be the responsibility of the carrier Claims arise from regulations such as for noise levels exhaust gas emissions etc This product has been operated for racing purposes or other competitve activities This product has been employed for powering equipment that is operated on in
6. or near water or explosive atmospheres The following parts are expendable not durable so warranty does not apply Expendable parts including but not limited to Spark plugs packings gaskets rubber materials washers nuts V belt engine oil grease paper elements brushes mechanical seal pump impeller and volute casing IN NO EVENT SHALL MAKITA BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT THIS DISCLAIMER APPLIES BOTH DURING AND AFTER THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY MAKITA DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A SPECIFIC PURPOSE AFTER THE ONE YEAR TERM OF THIS WARRANTY This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which very from state to state Some states do not allow the exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you Makita Corporation 3 11 8 Sumiyoshi cho Anjo Aichi 446 8502 Japan PRINTED IN JAPAN
7. you to maintain and inspect the generator which is not exposed to contamination caused by exhaust gas If you are planning to install the generator without its wheels attached consider the work efficiency in terms of an oil change 2 In ground connection be sure to use the designated ground terminal A grounding cable is not included in the set of accessories 3 During use be sure not to disconnect the battery 4 While the power is on do not unplug the unit or disconnect cables from the terminals 2 SPECIFICATIONS 12000 Brush Self exciting 2 pole Single phase Voltage regulator A V R type Model EH65D Type Twin cylinder Air cooled 4 stroke Overhead valve engine Rated continuous operation per a Rated tankful of fue Length 32 5 in 826 mm Width 24 1 in 611 mm High 30 4 in 771 mm Dry weight 310 9 Ib 141 kg Remote controller terminal Auto choke Standard Approx 8 2 hours Dimension 3 COMPONENTS FUEL TANK TANK CAP AIR CLEANER CONTROL S PANEL m COOLING AIR pe INLET PORT EB Gg NE SI FUEL COCK BATTERY lt a OIL FILLER CAP OIL FILTER SPARK PLUG MUFFLER FOR REMOTE SPARK PLUG CONTROL CAP OIL GAUGE OIL DRAIN PLUG ELECTRIC STARTER 4 PRE OPERATION CHECK CHECK ENGINE OIL Before checking or refilling oil be sure generator is located on
8. After the refueling of the engine which has been stopped due to fuel shortage 3 Starting after the oil filter change 4 Warm the engine up for a minute or two Longer time would be needed in cold weather USING ELECTRIC POWER A WARNING Make sure that the appliance is switched OFF before connecting it to the generator Do not move the generator while it is running Be sure to ground the generator if the connected appliance is grounded Failure to ground unit may lead to electrical shock CONTROL PANEL OIL PURESSURE VOLT METER WARNING LAMP NO FUSE BREAKER PILOT LAMP HOUR METER BREAKER METER HOUR MEI CIS KEY SWITCH ssl JE 6 ED cj AUTO IDEL e o 5 SWITCH e o og MAX 30A MAX 50A e 12077 2407 EARTH GROUND CONNECTOR AC RECEPTACLE TERMINAL FOR REMOTE CONTROL 9 1 AC APPLICATION a Ground the generator using the ground termina located at the side of the panel b Before starting the engine check that the no fuse breaker of the generator and the power switches of the appliances are turned off c Connect the plugs of the appliances to the receptacles before starting the engine If you wish to use for a long period of time connecting to the output terminal is recommended d Start the engine and check that the voltage meter is indicating correct voltage
9. CH on 2 CHECKING THE OPERATION When AUTO IDLE SWITCH does not operate normally please check following Overloaded Please make it sure that the generator is not overload NOTE Most induction loads such as electric motors require three to five times more wattage than their ratings during starting This starting wattage should not exceed the rated output of the generator for proper operation of AUTO IDLE SWITCH Turn AUTO IDLE SWITCH off when the AUTO IDLE SWITCH does not work normally under the rated output NOTE The AUTO IDLE SWITCH may not operate when the applied load is under 40W In such cases turn the AUTO IDLE SWITCH off STOPPING THE GENERATOR 1 Turn off the power switch of the electric equipment 2 Turn the no fuse breaker to off 3 Unplug the cord from receptacle of the generator 4 Allow the engine to run at no load for about 3 minutes to cool down before stopping 5 Turn the key switch to the STOP position 6 Close the fuel cock 6 WATTAGE INFORMATION Some appliances need a surge of energy when starting This means that the amount of electrical power needed to start the appliance may exceed the amount needed to maintain its use Electrica appliances and tools normally come with a label indicating voltage cycles Hz amperage amps and electrical power needed to run the appliance or tool Check with your nearest dealer or service center with questions regardi
10. CKS n n nn 6 5 OPERATING PROCEDURES n n nnn 11 6 WATTAGE INFORMATION sn n n 21 7 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE sss n n n nn 23 8 HOW TO MAINTENANCE ssc 24 9 PREPARATION FOR STORAGE n nn nn 28 10 TROUBLESHOOTING e 9 9 9 5 29 11 WIRING DIAGRAM 9 c 30 de SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AN AN Do not operate the generator near gasoline or gaseous fuel because of the potential danger of explosion or fire Do not fill the fuel tank with fuel while the engine is running Do not smoke or use open flame near the fuel tank Be careful not to spill fuel during refueling If fuel is spilt wipe it off and let dry before starting the engine Do not place inflammables near the generator Be careful not to place fuel matches gunpowder oily cloths straw trash or any other inflammables near the generator Do not operate the generator inside a room cave tunnel or other insufficiently ventilated area Always operate it in a well ventilated area otherwise the engine may become overheated and the poisonous carbon monoxide gas contained in the exhaust gases will endanger human lives Keep the generator at least 3 feet 1 meter away from any structure or building during use If the generator must be used indoors the area must be
11. Do not pour water directly over the generator nor wash it with water Be extremely careful that all necessary electrical grounding procedures are followed during each and every use Failure to do so can be fatal Do not contact the generator to a commercial power line Connection to a commercial power line may short circuit the generator and ruin it or cause electric shock hazard Use the transfer switch for connecting to domestic circuit No smoking while handling the battery The battery emits flammable hydrogen gas which can explode if exposed to electric arcing or open flame Keep the area well ventilated and keep open flames sparks away when handling the battery 2 Engine becomes extremely hot during and for some time after operation Keep combustible materials well away from generator area Be very careful not to touch any parts of the hot engine especially the muffler area or serious burns may result AN Keep children and all bystanders at a safe distance from work areas It is absolutely essential that you know the safe and proper use of the power tool or appliance that you intend to use All operators must read understand and follow the tool appliance owners manual Tool and appliance applications and limitations must be understood Follow all directions given on labels and warnings Keep all instruction manuals and literature in a safe place for future reference Notes on installation 1 Select a place which allows
12. aintenance records MAINTENANCE REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES AND SYSTEMS MAY BE PERFORMED BY ANY REPAIR ESTABLISHMENT OR INDIVIDUAL HOWEVER WARRANTY REPAIRS MUST BE PERFORMED BY MAKITA FACTORY SERVICE CENTER OR SERVICE CENTER AUTHORIZED BY MAKITA THE USE OF PARTS THAT ARE NOT EQUIVALENT IN PERFORMANCE AND DURABILITY TO AUTHORIZED PARTS MAY IMPAIR THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM AND MAY HAVE A BEARING ON THE OUTCOME OF A WARRANTY CLAIM if other than the parts authorized by MAKITA are used for maintenance replacements or for the repair of components affecting emission control you should assure yourself that such parts are warranted by their manufacturer to be equivalent to the parts authorized by MAKITA in their performance and durability HOW TO MAKE A CLAIM All repairs qualifying under this limited warranty must be performed by Makita Factory Service Center or Service Center authorized by MAKITA In the event that any emission related part is found to be defective during the warranty period you shall notify MAKITA Warranty department at 1 800 4 MAKITA and you will be given the appropriate warranty service facilities where the warranty repair can be performed California Emission Control Warranty Statement This warranty does not apply in any other state YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board and Makita U S A Inc are pleased to explain the emission control war
13. applicable according to the terms and conditions stated below WARRANTY PERIOD The warranty period begins on the date which the utility and or lawn and garden equipment engine is delivered to the original retail purchaser and ends two years after that date During this two year period Makita U S A inc warrants to the original retail purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the engine is free from defect in material and workmanship that can cause the failure of a warranted emission related part WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THIS WARRANTY Repair and or replacement of any warranted emission related part will be performed at no charge provided the work is performed at an authorized warranty station There will also be no charge for any diagnostic labor performed at an authorized warranty station which leads to the determination that a warranted emission related part is defective Any warranted part which is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance or which is scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of repair or replace as necessary shall be warranted for the warranty period Any warranted part which is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance shall be warranted for the period of time up to the first scheduled replacement of that part This warranty shall apply only towards the repair replacement and or adjustment of the component parts listed below EMISSION RELATED PARTS COVERED UNDER THIS WARRANTY 1 F
14. ator Otherwise an electric shock may occur to the operator UTILITY HIGH CONNECTING 240V RECEPTACLE Utility high line House circuit breaker Meter box appliance c Operating the generator Set the full power switch to 120V 240V side Turn the house AC breaker off before starting the generator Start the generator and warm it up Turn the house AC breaker on r CAUTION Do not start the generator with electrical appliance s connected and with their switches on Otherwise the appliance s may be damaged by the surge voltage at starting When the no fuse breaker turns off during operation the generator is over loaded or the appliance is defective Stop the generator immediately check the appliance and or generator for overloading or detect and have repaired as necessary by Makita dealer or service shop d Turn the breaker on to see if the pilot lamp lights up e Turn on the switch of the appliance 3 AUTO IDLE SWITCH AUTO IDLE SWITCH automatically reduces engine speed when load is OFF and automatically increases engine speed to rated r p m when load is ON AUTO IDLE SWITCH provides fuel economy and low noise operation at no load running 1 HOW TO USE AUTO IDLE SWITCH Start the engine with AUTO IDLE SWITCH off NOTE Warm up the engine without a load for a few minutes Turn AUTO IDLE SWIT
15. cy the number of the generators rotation was adjusted before the time of shipment Changing the frequency could result in the generators breakdown so refrain from changing it To determine the total wattage required to run a particular electrical appliance or tool multiply the voltage figure of the appliance tool by the amperage amps figure of same The voltage and amperage amps information can be found on a name plate which is normally attached to electrical appliances and tools Applicable Wattage W Applications E N Incandescent lamp Heater SS 23 500 Fluorescent lamp Electric tool 4 700 Pump Compressor 2 400 NOTE The above wattage chart is general guide only Refer to your specific appliance for correct wattage When you use two or more alternating current outlets at a time be careful that the sum of the appliances power consumption does not exceed the value specified in the above chart VOLTAGE DROP IN ELECTRIC EXTENSION CORDS When a long electric extension cord is used to connect an appliance or tool with the generator a certain amount of voltage drop occurs in the extension cord which lessens the effective voltage available to the appliance or tool The chart below has been prepared to illustrate the approximate voltage loss when an extension cord of 300 feet approx 100 meters is used to connect an appliance or tool to the generator Nominal cross Resistance Current Amp sect
16. d TRIP Power is now off at the outlets protected by the GFCI indicating that the device is functioning properly f TRIP dose not appear when testing do not use the generator Call a qualified electrician To restore power push RESET button A WARNING If the RESET button pops out during operation stop the generator immediately and call a qualified electrician for checking generator and the appliances 2 CONNECTING TO DOMESTIC CIRCUIT HOUSE WIRING WARNING This generator is neutral grounded type If a generator is to be connected to residential or commercial power lines such as a stand by power source during power outage all connections must be made by a licensed electrician Failure in connection may result in death personal injury damage to generator damage to appliances damage to the building s wiring or fire When connecting a Makita generator to house wiring generator output power must be taken from the 240V 4P receptacle b Install a transfer switch A transfer switch must be installed to transfer the load from the commercial power source to the generator This switch is necessary to prevent accidents caused by the recovery from power outage Use a transfer switch of the correct capacity Install transfer switch between the meter and the fuse or AC breaker box CAUTION If the neutral wire of house wiring is grounded be sure to ground the ground terminal of the gener
17. e or breakage Generator not resting on or against any adjacent wiring CHECK GENERATOR SURROUNDINGS WARNING Make sure you review each warning in order to prevent fire hazard Keep area clear of inflammables or other hazardous materials u Keep generator at least 3 feet 1 meter away from buildings or other structures Only operate generator in a dry well ventilated area Keep exhaust pipe clear of foreign objects a Keep generator away from open flame No smoking Keep generator on a stable and level surface Do not block generator air vents with paper or other material 5 OPERATING PROCEDURES STARTING THE ENGINE CAUTION u Check the oil level before each operations See page 6 u Perform the specified Daily Inspection to see if it is in normal condition 1 Make sure that the no fuse breaker is off 2 Turn the fuel cock to the vertical open position 3 Turn the key switch to the START position If the engine wont start turn the Switch back to RUN position and then wait for approximately 10 seconds to try it again NOTE a You might have to keep the starter running for at least 3 to 5 seconds since the engine incorporates the mechanism in it where the ignition circuit is activated by the increase of hydraulic pressure a In the following occasion two or three trials may be required for starting the engine 1 The very first starting of a new generator 2
18. ent engine but Makita U S A Inc cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance As the utility and or lawn and garden equipment engine owner you should be aware however that Makita U S A Inc may deny you warranty coverage if your utility and or lawn and garden equipment engine or a part has failed due to abuse neglect improper maintenance or unapproved modifications You are responsible for presenting your utility and or lawn and garden equipment engine to a Makita U S A inc service center as a problem exists The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable time not to exceed 30 days If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact a Makita Factory Service Center Manager nearest you list of the Factory Service Center locations and phone numbers is provided below for your convenience LIMITED WARRANTY California Only Makita U S A Inc a distributor of utility and lawn and garden equipment in the U S warrants to the owner of 1995 and later utility and or lawn and garden equipment engines that the engine 1 has been designed built and equipped at the time of manufacture so as to conform with the applicable regulations of the California Air Resources Board and 2 is free from defects in materials and workmanship which may cause it to fail to conform with those regulations as
19. gine owner you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner s manual MAKITA recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your engine but MAKITA can not deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance As the engine owner you should however be aware that the MAKITA may deny your warranty coverage if your engine or a part has failed due to abuse neglect improper maintenance or unapproved modifications You are responsible for presenting your engine to the nearest Makita Factory Service Center or Service Center authorized by MAKITA when a problem exists If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact the MAKITA Warranty department at 1 800 4 MAKITA for the information THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS You are responsible for the proper use and maintenance of the engine You should keep receipts and maintenance records covering the performance of regular maintenance in the event questions arise These receipts and maintenance records should be transferred to each subsequent owner of the engine MAKITA reserves the rights to deny warranty coverage if the engine has not been properly maintained Warranty claims will not be denied however solely because of the lack of required maintenance or failure to keep m
20. heck the oil level SERVICING AIR CLEANER A dirty air cleaner element will E i capse AIR CLEANER starting difficulty power loss engine COVER malfunctions and shorten engine life extremely Always keep the air cleaner element clean Replaced the air cleaner element set more often in dusty environments The air cleaner paper inner element and urethane foam outer element can be removed after removing knob and air cleaner cover When installing set the paper element and urethane foam on the air cleaner base Check that the grommet is in position and then install the cover with knob tightened securely m Urethane Foam cleaning Wash and clean the urethane foam in kerosene Saturate in a mixture of 3 parts kerosene and 1 part engine oil and then squeeze to remove excess oil Clean or replace the urethane foam element every 50 hours more often in dusty environments URETHANE GROMMET FOAM m Paper element Clean by tapping gently to remove dirt and blow off dust Never use oil Clean or replace the paper element every 50 hours of operation and replace element set every 200 hours or once a year CLEANING AND ADJUSTING SPARK PLUG a Unplug the high voltage cables located at the outlet panel and lead acid battery b Using the supplied plug wrench and handle turn it counterclockwise until it comes off c Clean the area around the mounting hole d Clean the electrodes if they are dirty Adjust
21. ion Few p pes prem e raj roa ee pow o eos e v o e pe ss Tene vi v eer s wes s moss ose pepe Allowable No of strands current strands dia lt lt Voltage drop 7 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE DAILY INSPECTION 1 Amount of fuel See page 7 2 Water on fuel strainer See page 26 3 Amount of engine oil 4 Amount of electrolyte in lead acid battery Not supplied Refer to the instruction for use 5 Dust in intake port 6 7 Abnormal vibration and noise 8 Leakage of fuel and oil See page 6 Looseness of each fastened point PERIODICAL MAINTENANCE EVERY m Cleaning of outer el t of air cl 25 HOURS eaning of outer element of air cleaner Changing of air cleaner element inner and outer Changing of engine oil m Changing of oil filter 200 HOURS Cleaning of fuel strainer m Adjustment of spark plug gap 500 HOURS Check and replace carbon brushes m Engine overhaul Checking of bearings in generator Changing of rubber mounts EVERY 1 000 HOURS EVERY 2 YEARS Initial oil change should be performed after first twenty 20 hours of use Thereafter change oil every 50 hours or six 6 months whichever comes first Cleaning of engine s cooling air intake port and generators cover m Changing of fuel pipes CAUTION Before cha
22. l Metering System 3 Other Miscellaneous Items Used in Above System a Carburetor and internal parts a Fuel Hoses 2 Ignition System b Sealing Gaskets a Spark plug b Flywheel Magneto c Ignition Coil OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE To obtain warranty service take your engine to the nearest Makita Factory Service Center or Service Center authorized by MAKITA Bring your sales receipts indicating date of purchase for this engine Makita Factory Service Center or Service Center will perform the necessary repairs or adjustments within a reasonable amount of time and furnish you with a copy of the repair order All parts and accessories replaced under this warranty become the property of MAKITA WHAT IS NOT COVERED Conditions resulting from tampering misuse improper adjustment unless they were made by Makita Factory Service Center or Service Center authorized by MAKITA during a warranty repair alteration accident failure to use the recommended fuel and oil or not performing required maintenance services The replacement parts used for required maintenance services Consequential damages such as loss of time inconvenience loss of use of the engine of equipment etc Diagnosis inspection charges that do not result in warranty eligible service being performed Any non authorized replacement part or malfunction of authorized parts due to use of non authorized parts OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the en
23. me During operation 11 WIRING DIAGRAM CONTROL BOX i M E NS 52 ze st Auto ees R LGM w _ lt _w Bimetal QU Fuel cut E Oil pressure warming lamp Ignition coil Bik 9 Idle solenoid Engine shut down unit 131211 10 9 8 7 Exciting Charge m Auto idle Y Bik y switch D rv Electric i xx starter L Magnetic oo Switch Le Bias to earth terminat d pressure 7 12 Switch x Remote control AC output AC output AC output receptacle receptacle receptacle 120V 120 240V REC3 120 240V REC4 GENERATOR CONTROL BOX Liane ose ae Auto idle unit Field Winding 1 Lj ES Hour meter Pilot lamp Voltmeter t 09990 0X0 2 AC Winding 1 2 N 2 i H Brush Brush lt i Auxiliary Winding No fuse breaker Auto idle Exciting m3 ine 4 ene Key switch Gm Y Earth Ground Gm Y terminal Wiring color cord Bik Black BrownWhite R Red BIKR Black Red Black White Green w White R W
24. mended fuel as specified in the 1995 and later Owner s Manual d Repairs and diagnosis performed outside of an authorized warranty station e Use of parts which are not authorized by Makita U S A Inc MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The engine owner is responsible for having all scheduled inspection and maintenance services performed at the intervals specified in the 1995 and later Owner s Manual and to retain records of these services as having been performed These records should be transferred to each subsequent owner of the engine Makita U S A Inc cannot deny a claim solely because there are no records of scheduled maintenance however a warranty claim may be denied if the failure to perform the scheduled maintenance and inspection resulted in the failure of a warranted emission related part As a minimum the engine owner is responsible for the scheduled inspection and maintenance described below which are based on the procedures described in the Owner s Manual PROCEDURE INTERVAL Check all nut and bolts and tighten as Every 8 hours of use or daily necessary b Check air passages and engine cylinder Every 8 hours of use or daily fins for clogging Remove all obstructions as necessary C Check air cleaner Every 8 hours of use or daily d Check spark plug Every 8 hours of use or daily Clean and adjust if necessary e Check muffler exhaust port Every 50 hours of use or monthly Clean if necessary f Replace fuel lines E
25. ng power surge of certain appliances or power tools Electrical loads such as incandescent lamps and hot plates require the same wattage to start as is needed to maintain use m Loads such as fluorescent lamps require 1 2 to 2 times the indicated wattage during start up Loads for mercury lamps require 2 to times the indicated wattage during start up u Electrical motors require a large starting current Power requirements depend on the type of motor and its use Once enough surge is attained to start the motor the appliance will require only 50 to 30 of the wattage to continue running Most electrical tools require 1 2 to 3 times their wattage for running under load during use For example a 9 000 watt generator can power a 3 200 to 7 000 watt electrical tool Loads such as submersible pumps air conditioners and air compressors require a very large force to start They need 3 to 5 times the normal running wattage in order to start For example a 5 000 watt generator would only be able to drive a 1 800 to 3 100 watt pump If the power consumption of electrical appliances exceeds the operating range or if there is short circuit or other problems in the appliances the AC breaker could trip OFF or the rotation of the generator could be abnormally reduced this case stop the generator to see if the power consumption of the appliances is too large and if there is a problem in the appliances The frequen
26. nging the oil check for a suitable way to dispose of the old oil Do not pour it down sewage drains onto garden soil or into open streams Your local zoning or environmental regulations will give you more detailed instructions on proper disposal 8 ENGINE OIL CHANGE Y OIL DRAIN PLUG m initial oil change ON BOTH SIDE After 20 hours of operation m Thereafter t Orge je Every 50 hours of operation oa When changing oil stop the engine and loosen the drain plug 2 Re install the drain plug before refilling oil 3 Refer to the recommended oil table on page 6 4 Always use the best grade and clean oil Contaminated oil poor quality oil and shortage of oil cause damage to engine or shorten the engine life Oil capacity 0 41 US gal Upper level 1 55 liters Upper level ENGINE OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT m Initial engine oil filter replacement should be performed after 20 hours of operation Thereafter replace the engine oil filter every 200 hours m When installing a new oil filter apply to O ring attach the oil filter in position and tighten 2 3 turns by hand or with wrench after touching the O ring to the sealing surface of engine A CAUTION To prevent injury pay attention m Run the engine for a minute stop the to the spilled hot engine oil engine and check for oil leakage around when replacing engine oil filter the oil filter and rec
27. r This manual covers operation and maintenance of the Makita generators All information in this publication is based on the latest production information available at the time of approval for printing Pay special attention to statements preceded by the following words A WARNING Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury loss of life and equipment damage if instructions are not followed CAUTION Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage if instructions are not followed NOTE Gives helpful information if a problem should arise or if you have any questions about the generator consult an authorized dealer or factory service center A WARNING The generator is designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions Do not operate the generator before you have read and understood the instructions Failure to do so could result in death personal injury or equipment damage Check that following accessories come with your Makita Generator 1 Instruction for use 2 Servicing tools 3 Battery mounting bracket See page 8 and 9 2 a Be sure to replenish with engine oil See page 6 for details 5 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS e c c 9 e e e c c3 1 2 SPECIFICATIONS 2 4 a 9 09 9 09 79 VAL E 4 3 COMPONENTS 42 cm og 5 4 PRE OPERATIONCHE
28. ranty on your 1995 utility and or lawn and garden equipment engine In California new utility and lawn and garden equipment engines must be designed built and equipped to meet the State s stringent anti smog standards Makita U S A Inc must warrant the emission control system on your utility and or lawn and garden equipment engine for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of your utility and or lawn and garden equipment engine Your emission control system includes parts such as the carburetor or fuel injection systems the ignition system and the catalytic converter Also included are the hoses and connectors and other emission related assemblies Where a warrantable condition exists Makita U S A Inc will repair your utility and or lawn and garden equipment at no cost to you including diagnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE The 1995 and later utility and or lawn and garden equipment engines are warranted for two years If any emission related part on your engine is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by Makita U S A inc OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the utility and lawn and garden equipment engine owner you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner s manual Makita U S A Inc recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your utility and or lawn and garden equipm
29. stable and level surface with engine stopped 1 Remove oil level gauge and check the engine oil level 2 If oil level is below the lower level L refill with suitable oil see table to upper level F after removing the engine oil filler cap 3 Change oil if contaminated See How To Maintenance OIL GAUGE Oil capacity 0 41 US gal Upper level 1 55 liters Upper level UPPER LEVEL NOTE The engine is equipped with an oil sensor unit hydraulic pressure detection type LOWER LEVEL that will automatically stop the engine if oil in the crank case is reduced below the specified level Should the engine be OIL FILLER CAP automatically stopped be sure to check P the amounts of fuel and oil m When the oil is reduced below the specified level add new oil to the upper limit Since the oil sensor will not detect the deterioration of oil visually check the quality or determine it by the specified time and then change the oil if necessary Refer to page 24 Recommended engine oil Use class SE API classification oil or a higher grade oil according to the table below SAE 10W 30 is recommended for general all temperature use If single viscosity oil is used select the appropriate viscosity for the average temperature in your area 0 0 10 20 30 406 68 86 104 F Multigrade CHECK ENGINE FUEL A WARNING Do not refuel while smoking or near open flame or o
30. the clearance to 0 03 in 0 7 0 8 mm Replace it with a new one if the abrasion has developed to the degree where a flat surface cannot be obtained on its projection If the electrodes turn black also inspect the air cleaner e Attach and tighten the plug with the specified torque 25 to 30 Nm 2 5 to 3 0 kg m f After checking that the contact area inside the plug cap is not corroded connect the high voltage cables CLEANING FUEL STRAINER Dirt and water in the fuel are removed by the fuel strainer a Remove the strainer cup and throw away water and dirt b Clean the screen and strainer cup with gasoline c Tightly fasten the cup to main body making sure to avoid fuel leak 0 7 to 0 8 mm Spark plug NGK BPR6ES CHAMPION RN9YC CHECKING CARBON BRUSH BRUSH If the brush become excessively worn its HOLDER contact pressure with the slip ring changes and causes a roughened surface on the slip ring resulting in irregular generator performance 0 6 to 0 2 in 15 to 5 mm Check the brush every 500 hours or if generator performance is irregular if the brush is 0 2 in 5 mm long or less replace it with a new one BRUSH HOLDER a Remove the brush cover b Disconnect the wire connector and remove the brush c Carefully note the brush direction and relative position with the slip ring when installing new brush 9 PREPARATION FOR STORAGE
31. ther such potential fire hazards Otherwise fire accident may occur 1 Check fuel level at fuel level gauge Tank cap 2 If fuel level is low refill with unleaded Fuel gauge p filter screen automotive gasoline 3 Be sure to use the fuel filter screen on the fuel filter neck Recommended fuel Unleaded automotive gasoline of octane rating RON87 or higher Fuel tank capacity 11 38 US gal 44 liters EMPTY RUCE NOTE m The full level of fuel is the upper surface of the fuel filter Refuel through each filler hole alternately for easier operation In this case be sure to add the fuel little by little when the fuel level approaches to the full level a Since the pair of tanks are connected in parallel the fuel levels are changed during refueling You cannot use each tank alternately FUEL LEVEL LINE Continuous operation time normal use rated load G12000R Approx 8 2 hours WARNING sure you review each warning in order to prevent fire hazard a Do not refill tank while engine is running or hot Close fuel cock before refueling with fuel u Be careful not to admit dust dirt water or other foreign objects into fuel Do not fill above the top of the fuel filter marked LEVEL or the fuel may overflow when it heats up later and expands Wipe off spilt fuel thoroughly before starting engine Keep open flames away
32. uel Metering Systems a Carburetor and its internal parts 2 Ignition Systems a Spark plug b Flywheel Magneto c Ignition Coil 3 Other Miscellaneous Items Used in Above Systems a Fuel Hoses b Sealing Gaskets If it is determined by an authorized warranty station that other engine components have been damaged due to the failure of a warranted emission related part during the warranty period Makita U S A Inc will repair and or replace the necessary components WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THIS WARRANTY This warranty does not cover any emission related part which malfunctions fails or is damaged due to alterations and or modifications such as changing adding or removing parts When an engine is being serviced under warranty Makita U S A Inc and any of its authorized dealers distributors or warranty stations shall not be liable for any loss of use of the engine for any damage to goods or loss of time or inconvenience This limited warranty also does not apply to any emission related part which malfunctions fails or is damaged due to failure to follow the maintenance and operating instructions specified in the 1995 and later Owner s Manual including a Improper or inadequate maintenance of any warranted emission related part b Improper installation adjustment or repair of the engine or any warranted emission related part unless performed by a factory authorized warranty station c Failure to use recom
33. very 200 hours of use or annually 9 Overhaul engine Every 200 hours of use or annually h Replace packings and gaskets Every time engine is reassembled REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS It is recommended that only engine replacement parts which have been authorized and approved by Makita U S A Inc should be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs of emission related parts These replacement parts will be provided at no charge if the part is still under warranty HOW TO FILE A WARRANTY CLAIM AND WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SERVICES Contact the nearest Makita Factory Service Center Manager to determine the appropriate location where the required warranty services are to be performed A list of the Factory Service Center locations and phone numbers are provided below for your convenience 14930 B Northam Street La Mirada CA90638 714 522 8088 1401 N Clovis Ave Ste 110 Fresno CA93727 209 252 5166 392 S Arrowhead 1 San Bernardino CA92408 714 885 1289 180 S Spruce Ave Unit D South San Francisco CA94080 415 875 1002 16735 Saticoy St Ste 105 Van Nuys CA91406 818 782 2440 41850 Christy Street Fremont CA94538 510 657 9881 4554 Roseville Rd Ste E North Highlands CA95660 916 331 6211 7674 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA92111 615 278 4471 15722 B Tustin Village Way Tustin CA92680 714 667 5066 Thank you for purchasing a Makita generato
34. well ventilated and extreme caution must be taken regarding the discharge of exhaust gases Do not enclose the generator nor cover it with a box The generator has a built in forced air cooling system and may become overheated if it is enclosed If generator has been covered to protect it from the weather during non use be sure to remove it and keep it well away from the area during generator use Operate the generator on a level surface It is not necessary to prepare a special foundation for the generator However the generator will vibrate on an irregular surface so choose a level place without surface irregularities If the generator is tilted or moved during operation fuel may spill and or the generator may tip over causing a hazardous situation Proper lubrication cannot be expected if the generator is operated on a steep incline or slope In such a case piston seizure may occur even if the oil is above the upper level Pay attention to the wiring or extension cords from the generator to the connected device If the wire is under the generator or in contact with a vibrating part it may break and possibly cause a fire generator burnout or electric shock hazard Replace damaged or worn cords immediately Do not operate in rain in wet or damp conditions or with wet hands The operator may suffer severe electric shock if the generator is wet due to rain or snow If wet wipe and dry it well before starting
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