Wacker Neuson GP 3800A Manuel de l'opérateur

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Safety Information GP 3800A103.2.12 ALWAYS store the equipment properly when it is not being used.Equipment should be stored in a clean, dry location

GP 3800A Safety Information113.3 Operator Safety while using Internal Combustion EnginesInternal combustion engines present special hazards during ope

Safety Information GP 3800A123.4 Service SafetyPoorly maintained equipment can become a safety hazard! In orderfor the equipment to operate safely an

GP 3800A Safety Information133.5 Label Locations GND88897

Safety Information GP 3800A143.6 Safety and Operating LabelsWacker machines use international pictorial labels where needed.These labels are described

GP 3800A Safety Information15Press circuit breaker switch to OFF position.Check the fuel level.Open the fuel flow valve.Press engine switch to ON posi

Safety Information GP 3800A16Close the fuel flow valve.DANGER! Asphyxiation hazard. Read the operator’s manual for instructions.Use in a well-ventilat

GP 3800A Safety Information17Important Emissions InformationThis equipment meets California EVP emission regulations for small off-road engines.This m

Technical Data GP 3800A184. Technical Data4.1 GeneratorItem No. GP 3800A0620010GP 3800A CAN0620041GeneratorMaximum OutputW3800Continuous OutputW3400Ty

GP 3800A Technical Data194.2 EngineItem No. GP 3800A0620010GP 3800A CAN0620041EngineEngine Type Single cylinder, 4-cycle,air-cooled, gasoline engineEn

DANGERCARBON MONOXIDEUsing a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.Generator exhaust contains carbon

Operation GP 3800A205. Operation5.1 Determining Power RequirementsThis generator is designed to operate single-phase, 60 Hz appliancesrunning at 120 V

GP 3800A Operation215.2 Outdoor InstallationPlace the generator in an area where it will not be exposed to rain,snow, or direct sunlight. Make sure it

Operation GP 3800A225.4 Wheel KitSee Graphic: wc_gr002658The wheel kit (Part No. 0161308) is a standard item on Item Number0620012, 0620015, 0620043 a

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Operation GP 3800A245.5 Generator DeratingAll generators are subject to derating for altitude and temperature.Internal combustion engines, unless modi

GP 3800A Operation255.6 Grounding the GeneratorSee Graphic: wc_gr000544A ground connection (a) is located on the generator frame. For properoperating

Operation GP 3800A265.8 Use of Extension CordsWhen a long extension cord is used to connect an appliance or tool tothe generator, a voltage loss occur

GP 3800A Operation275.9 Control PanelSee Graphic: wc_gr002327Ref. Description Ref. Descriptiona Engine switch g GFI test buttonb Auto idle switch h GF

Operation GP 3800A285.10 Ground Fault Interrupt (GFI)See Graphic: wc_gr002327The two receptacles (f) are protected by a ground fault circuit interrupt

GP 3800A Operation295.12 Engine Auto IdleSee Graphic: wc_gr002327The auto idle switch (b) automatically reduces engine speedapproximately 7 seconds af

GP 3800A Table of Contents31. Foreword 52. California Evaporative Emission Control Warranty Statement 63. Safety Information 83.1 Laws Pertaining to

Operation GP 3800A305.14 Voltage SelectionSee Graphic: wc_gr002497The voltage selector switch (e) allows the generator to operate in eithersingle (120

GP 3800A Operation315.15 Before Starting5.15.1 Read and understand the safety and operating labels and instructionsat the beginning of this manual5.15

Operation GP 3800A325.16 To StartSee Graphic: wc_gr002499Before starting, be sure you read and understand all the safety andoperating instructions in

GP 3800A Operation335.17 To StopSee Graphic: wc_gr0024995.17.1 Turn off and disconnect all tools and appliances attached to thegenerator.5.17.2 Place

Maintenance GP 3800A346. Maintenance6.1 Engine MaintenanceThe chart below lists basic machine and engine maintenance. Refer tothe engine manufacturer’

GP 3800A Maintenance356.3 Engine OilSee Graphic: wc_gr0000226.3.1 Drain the oil while the engine is still warm.6.3.2 Remove the oil filler plug (a) an

Maintenance GP 3800A366.4 Servicing Air CleanerSee Graphic: wc_gr002815Service the air cleaner frequently to prevent carburetor malfunction. NOTICE: N

GP 3800A Maintenance376.5 Spark PlugSee Graphic: wc_gr000028Clean or replace the spark plug as needed to ensure proper operation.Refer to the engine o

Maintenance GP 3800A386.6 Cleaning the Sediment CupSee Graphic: wc_gr0000296.6.1 Turn the fuel valve off. 6.6.2 Remove the sediment cup (a) and the O-

GP 3800A Maintenance396.8 Adjusting Engine Speed See Graphic: wc_gr000032Generators require a fixed engine speed to maintain the correctvoltage. Engin

Table of Contents GP 3800Awc_bo0160532en_003TOC.fm 46. Maintenance 346.1 Engine Maintenance ...

Maintenance GP 3800A406.9 StorageBefore storing the generator for a long period of time:6.9.1 Close the fuel valve and remove and empty the sediment c

GP 3800A Maintenance416.11 Troubleshooting 6.12 Wire ColorsProblem / Symptom Reason / RemedyIf engine doesn't start, check that:• Engine switch i

Maintenance GP 3800A426.13 Electrical Schematic Ref. Description Ref. DescriptionA Generator C EngineB Control box D Electric start enginesRef. Des

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Maintenance GP 3800A446.14 Electrical Schematic (CAN models only) Ref. Description Ref. DescriptionA Generator C EngineB Control box D Electric start

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Maintenance GP 3800A466.15 Engine SchematicSee Graphic: wc_gr002580 Ref. Description Ref. DescriptionA Generator D Wacker EngineB Control box E Honda

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Maintenance GP 3800A48Notes

5CALIFORNIAProposition 65 Warning: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehiclecomponents, contain or emit chemicals known to the St

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California Evaporative Emission Control Warranty Statement62. California Evaporative Emission Control Warranty StatementYOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLI

California Evaporative Emission Control Warranty Statement7OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES:As the portable generator owner, you are responsible for

Safety Information GP 3800A83. Safety InformationThis manual contains DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, NOTICE andNOTE callouts which must be followed to redu

GP 3800A Safety Information93.2 Operating SafetyBACKFEED FROM THE GENERATOR INTO THE PUBLIC POWERDISTRIBUTION SYSTEM CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY ORDEATH