Atomic AI2800X User Manual

USER MANUAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Precautions 2
Warranty Statement 3
Identification of components 4
Pre-operation inspection 6
Operation 7
Starting the engine 8
Using electric power 9
Maintenance schedule 11
Storage 13
Troubleshooting 14
Specifications 15

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Thank you for purchasing this ATOMIC
Inverter Generator.

This manual covers the safety,
operation and maintenance procedures
for the AI2800X generator.

All information in this publication is based on
the latest product information available at the
time of print. No part of this publication may
be reproduced without written permission.

Please keep this manual together with
the generator.

This generator is designed to give safe
and dependable service if operated
according to the user manual.

It is important that anyone operating this
product read and understand the manual
prior to use. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury or equipment damage.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

OPERATIONAL SAFETY

• Always perform a pre-operation
check before starting the engine.

• Properly clean and maintain the generator.

• Operate the generator according to

instructions for safe and dependable service.

• Before operating the generator,
read the user manual carefully.
Otherwise, it may result in personal
injuries or equipment damage.

Do not run the generator indoors or
in an enclosed area to avoid harm or
possible death from exhaust emissions
of poisonous carbon monoxide gas.

• Be careful not to touch the exhaust system
during operation because it can cause burns.

• Pay attention to the warning labels because
the engine exhaust system will become
heated during operation and remain hot
immediately after the engine is stopped.

• Unleaded petrol is a highly flammable
and explosive liquid. Refuel in a well
ventilated area with the engine stopped.

• When refuelling the generator, keep it
away from cigarettes, open flames,
smoke and/or sparks.

• It is recommended that this generator not
be connected for stand-by power to any
household or building electrical circuit.
Improper connections can allow electrical
current from the generator to feed back
into the utility lines and may electrocute
persons contacting the lines during a power
outage. When the utility power is restored,
the generator may explode or cause fires.

• Do not connect the generator to an
ATS automatic transfer switch.

• Place the generator at least 1 metre
away from buildings or other
equipment during operation

• Run the generator on a level surface. If the
generator tilts, fuel spillage may result.

• Know how to stop the generator quickly
and understand the operation of all the
controls. Never permit anyone to operate
the generator without proper instructions.

• Keep children and pets away from
the generator during operation

• Do not operate the generator in rain,
wet conditions or snow.

• Do not allow any moisture to come
in contact with the generator.

• Do not touch the spark plug while the
generator is operating or shortly
after the generator has been shut down.

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SAFETY GUIDELINES

Before connecting any appliances to
the generator:

• Make sure the appliance is turned off.
Faulty appliances or damaged power
cords can lead to an electrical shock.

• Turn off the generator immediately
if the appliance begins to operate
abnormally. Disconnect the appliance
and investigate the problem.

• Make sure that the electrical rating of
the appliance does not exceed that of
the generator. If the power level of the
appliance is between the maximum
output power and the rated power of
the generator, the generator should not
be used for more than 30 minutes.

• Do not connect the AC outlet of the
generator to any household or building
circuits. Improper connections may lead to
a fire hazard or damage to the generator.

MAINTENANCE SAFETY

• Do not clean the air filter element with
flammable liquids like petrol because
an explosion may occur.

• Turn off the generator before performing
any maintenance. Otherwise it can
cause severe personal injury or death.

• Allow the generator to cool down
before performing any maintenance.

• Do not clean the generator with a pressure
washer because it may cause damage.

• Before working with batteries, ventilate
the area, wear safety glasses. Do not smoke
and always disconnect the negative cable
first and reconnect it last.

• Always stop the generator before
removing the oil filler dip stick.

• Only qualified maintenance personnel
with knowledge of fuels, electricity,
and machinery hazards should
perform maintenance procedures.

WARRANTY STATEMENT

Primus Australia warrants this product against
defects for 12 months/500 hours (whatever
period expires first), commencing from
the date of purchase and is for the original
owner only and cannot be transferred.

For all warranty service and repairs

contact Free Call 1300 555 197.

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot
be excluded under the Australian Consumer
Law. You are entitled to a replacement or
refund for a major failure and compensation
for any other reasonably foreseeable loss
or damage. You are also entitled to have
the goods repaired or replaced if goods fail
to be of acceptable quality and the failure
does not amount to a major failure.

Proof-of-purchase or a sales receipt clearly
showing the date and details of the purchase
is required for all warranty service or repair.

Primus Australia will repair or replace the
product, at its discretion, should a warrantable
defect arise within the warranty period. If
the exact model is unavailable a model of
equivalent value or features will be substituted
at our discretion. This warranty excludes faults
and failures caused by improper use and
abuse; fair wear and tear; or failure to follow
instructions regarding care and maintenance.

It is at the discretion of Primus Australia if
a warranty or replacement will be issued
once the product has been inspected
by an authorised repair agent and
deemed to be a genuine warranty.

Primus Australia will not be liable for any
costs, charges or expenses incurred in the
process of having the product returned to
the place of purchase in order to request
a warranty unless agreed to in writing
prior to the product being returned.

For a copy of the warranty policy please visit
our website www.primusaustralia.com.au

Alternatively email service@primusaustralia.
com.au for further information.

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IDENTIFICATION OF COMPONENTS

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1 Fuel Tank Cap
2 Recoil Starter Handle
3 Control Panel
4 Muffler

5 Side Maintenance Cover
6 Solid Wheels
7 Carrying Handle

8 Fuel Tap Knob
9 Choke
10 Economy Control Switch
11 Ground Terminal

12 12V DC Socket
13 Circuit Breaker (Push Button)
14 240 Volt AC 15A Outlets
15 Hour Meter

16 Oil Alert Warning Light
17 Overload Indicator Light
18 Output Light
19 Engine Switch

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ENGINE SWITCH

The engine switch
controls the
ignition system.

• ON (run)
Ignition circuit
is switched on.
The engine can
be started.

• OFF (STOP) Ignition circuit is switched
off. The engine will not run.

ECONOMY CONTROL SWITCH

When the economy control switch is pressed
ON, the economy
control unit controls
the engine speed
according to the
connected load.

This maximises the
fuel efficiency of
the generator.

DC CIRCUIT BREAKER

The DC circuit breaker turns off automatically
when the load exceeds the generator
rated output.

CAUTION: Reduce
the load to within
specified generator
rated output if
the DC circuit
breaker turns off.

FUEL TANK CAP AIR VENT

The fuel tank cap
is fitted with an air
vent. The air vent
must be turned to
the ON position to
start the generator.
This will allow
fuel to flow to the
carburettor and the
engine to run.

When the generator is not in use,
turn the air vent knob to OFF.

FUEL TAP

The fuel tap is
used to supply fuel
from the tank to
the carburettor.

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OFF

ENG

ON

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O

OFF

ECON

DC CIRCUIT

BREAKER

ON PUSH OFF

O
F
F

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N

ON OFF

ON