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FEDERAL EMISSION COMPONENT DEFECT WARRANTY and CALIFORNIA

EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY are applicable to only those engines/

generators complied with EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) and CARB

(California Air Resources Board) emission regulations in the U.S.A.

AIR INDEX

To show compliance with California emission regulations, a hangtag has been

provided displaying the Air Index level and durability period of this engine.

The Air Index level defines how clean an engine’s exhaust is over a period of

time. A bar graph scaled from “0” (most clean) to “10” (least clean) is used to

show an engine’s Air Index level. A lower Air Index level represents cleaner

exhaust from an engine.

The period of time (in hours) that the Air Index level is measured is known as

the durability period. Depending on the size of the engine, a selection of time

periods can be used to measure the Air Index level (see below).

Descriptive Term Applicable to Emissions Durability Period

Moderate - 50 hours (engine from 0 to 65 cc)

125 hours (engine greater than 65 cc)

Intermediate - 125 hours (engine from 0 to 65 cc)

250 hours (engine greater than 65 cc)

Extended - 300 hours (engine from 0 to 65 cc)

500 hours (engine greater than 65 cc)

Notice : This hangtag must remain on this engine or piece of equipment, and

only be removed by the ultimate purchaser before operation.

The engine exhaust from this product contains

chemicals known to the State of California to

cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive

harm.

WARNING :

NOTICE

To the engines/generators exported to and used in the countries other than the

U.S.A., warranty service shall be performed by the distributor in each country in

accordance with the standard Makita engine/generator warranty policy as applicable.

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Summary of content (24 pages)

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G2800L(US)_GU1843 2004.2.6 1:14 PM ページ01 WARNING : The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. NOTICE FEDERAL EMISSION COMPONENT DEFECT WARRANTY and CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY are applicable to only those engines/ generators complied with EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) and CARB (California Air Resources Board) emission regulations in the U.S.A.
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G2800L(US)_GU1843 2004.2.6 1:14 PM ページ02 FEDERAL EMISSIONS COMPONENT DEFECT WARRANTY EMISSIONS 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”) warrant(s) to the initial retail purchaser and each subsequent owner, that this Nonroad 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.
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G2800L(US)_GU1843 2004.2.6 1:14 PM ページ03 HOW TO MAKE A CLAIM All repair qualifying under this limited warranty must be performed by a 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 1-800-4MAKITA and you will be advised of the appropriate warranty service dealer or service providers where the warranty repair can be performed.
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G2800L(US)_GU1843 2004.2.6 1:14 PM ページ04 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. (herein “MAKITA”) are pleased to explain the emission control warranty on your 2003 and later small off-road engine (herein “engine”). In California, new engine must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State's stringent anti-smog standards.
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G2800L(US)_GU1843 2004.2.6 1:14 PM ページ05 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The engine owner is responsible for having all scheduled inspection and maintenance services performed at the intervals specified in the 2003 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.
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G2800L(US)_GU1843 2004.2.6 1:14 PM ページ1 FOREWORD Thank you very much for purchasing a MAKITA GENERATOR. This manual covers operation and maintenance of the MAKITA GENERATOR. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the proper operation and maintenance procedures in order to maximize the safe and efficient use of this product. Keep this owner’s manual at hand, so that you can refer to it at any time.
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G2800L(US)_GU1843 2004.2.6 1:14 PM ページ2 1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please make sure you review each precaution carefully. Pay special attention to statement preceded by the following words. WARNING “WARNING” indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or loss of life if instructions are not followed. CAUTION “CAUTION” indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage if instructions are not followed.
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G2800L(US)_GU1843 2004.2.6 1:14 PM ページ3 WARNING 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. WARNING If wet, wipe and dry it well before starting. Do not pour water directly over the generator, nor wash it with water. WARNING Be extremely careful that all necessary electrical grounding procedures are followed during each and every use. Failure to do so can be fatal.
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G2800L(US)_GU1843 2004.2.6 1:14 PM ページ4 Symbols and Meanings In accordance with the European requirements (eec Directives),the specified symbols as shown in the following table are used for the products and this instruction manual. Read the operator's instruction manual. Fire, open light and smoking prohibited. Stay clear of the hot surface. Caution, risk of electric shock. Exhaust gas is poisonous. Do not operate in an unventilated room. Do not connect the generator to the commercial power lines.
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G2800L(US)_GU1843 2004.2.6 1:14 PM ページ5 2. COMPONENTS (See Fig. 1) NOTE Please refer to the illustrations on the back page of the front cover or back cover for Fig. 1 to 6 indicated in the sentence. 5W 10W Single grade 20W #20 #30 q CONTROL PANEL #40 w FRAME e FUEL GAUGE r FUEL TANK t RECOIL STARTER (HANDLE) y EXHAUST OUTLET Multigrade Ambient temperature e,r r) 2. CHECK ENGINE FUEL (See Fig.
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G2800L(US)_GU1843 2004.2.6 1:14 PM ページ6 4. CHECK GENERATOR SURROUNDINGS. WARNING CAUTION Make sure you review each warning in order to prevent fire hazard. ■ ■ ■ ■ US ■ GB GB GB ■ ■ GB Keep area clear of in flammables or other hazardous materials. 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. Keep generator away from open flame.
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G2800L(US)_GU1843 2004.2.6 1:14 PM ページ7 2. USING ELECTRIC POWER 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.
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G2800L(US)_GU1843 2004.2.6 1:14 PM ページ8 ■ 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.
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G2800L(US)_GU1843 2004.2.6 1:14 PM ページ9 5. 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. Electrical appliances and tools normally come with a label indicating voltage, cycles / Hz, amperage (amps) and electrical power needed to run the appliance or tool.
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G2800L(US)_GU1843 2004.2.6 1:14 PM ページ10 VOLTAGE DROP IN ELECTRIC EXTENSION CORDS When a long electric extension cord is used to connect an appliance or tool to the generator, a certain amount of voltage drop or loss occurs in the extension cord which reduces the effective voltage available for 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.
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G2800L(US)_GU1843 2004.2.6 1:14 PM ページ11 6. SPARK ARRESTER In a dry or wooded area, it is recommendable to use the prodoct with a spark arrester. Some areas require the use of a spark arrester. Please check your local laws and regulations before operating your prodoct. The spark arrester must be cleaned regularly to keep it functioning as designed.
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G2800L(US)_GU1843 2004.2.6 1:14 PM ページ12 7. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF THE EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES AND SYSTEMS MAY BE PERFORMED BY ANY NON-ROAD ENGINE REPAIR ESTABLISHMENT OR INDIVIDUAL.
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G2800L(US)_GU1843 2004.2.6 1:14 PM ページ14 8. "HOW-TO" MAINTENANCE (See Fig. 5) q) 1. ENGINE OIL CHANGE (See Fig. 5-q ■ Change engine oil every 50 hours. (For new engine, change oil after 20 hours.) (a) Drain oil by removing the drain plug and the oil filler cap while the engine is warm. q OIL DRAIN PLUG (b) Reinstall the drain plug and fill the engine with oil until it reaches the upper level on the oil filler cap.
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G2800L(US)_GU1843 2004.2.6 1:14 PM ページ15 9. PREPARATION FOR STORAGE (See Fig. 6) The following procedures should be followed prior to storage of your generator for periods of 6 months or longer. ■ Drain fuel from fuel tank carefully by disconnecting the fuel line. Gasoline left in the fuel tank will eventually deteriorate making engine-starting difficult. ■ Remove the drain screw of the carburetor.(See Fig. 6-q) q DRAIN SCREW ■ Change engine oil.
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G2800L(US)_GU1843 2004.2.6 1:14 PM ページ16 11. SPECIFICATIONS MODEL G2800L G3200L AVR Type Alternator Frequency US GB G4300L Rated voltage Hz 60 V 120 Maximum output kVA 2.8 3.2 4.3 Rated output kVA 2.4 2.7 3.7 Rated power factor 1.0 GB No fuse Breaker GB Over current protector GB Model EX17 Type Forced air-cooled, 4-cycle, OHC Gasoline Engine EX21 EX27 GB GB Displacement GB Engine GB mL 169 212 Fuel Automotive Unleaded Gasoline GB Fuel tank capacity L(U.S.
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