Coleman CG3500i, CG1200i Owner & User Manual

CG3500i Inverter generator
Owner’s/User’s Manual

IMPORTANT ─ Please make certain that persons who will be operating this generator
thoroughly read and understand this user’s manual prior to operation

(888)-405-8725 Coleman Powersports
PO Box 7909, Tempe, AZ. 85281
www.colemanpowered.com

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of a Coleman Inverter Generator. This
Owner’s/Operator manual will provide you information regarding safe operation,
operational instructions, maintenance and care. Fully understanding this manual
and following all of the instructions herein will provide the knowledge needed to have
long and safe generator operation.

For questions regarding operation and maintenance of this generator, please call
Coleman Powersports toll free 888-405-8725 or go to colemanpowered.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION…………………………………………………………………………. 1
COLEMAN LIMITED WARRANTY……………………………………………………… 3
SAFETY INFORMATION………………………………………………………………… 5
CONTROL FUNCTIONS…………………………………………………………………. 6

DESCRIPTIONS………………………………………………………………… 6
OIL WARING SYSTEM……………………………………………………………... 7
ENGINE SWITCH……………………………………………………………………. 7

ECONOMY CONTROL SWITCH………………………………………………….... 7

DC CIRCUIT BREAKER……………………………………………………………. 7
FUEL VALVE………………………………………………………………………… 8
PRE OPERATION CHECK…………………………………………………………………. 8
ENGINE FUEL……………………………………………………………………….. 8
ENGINE OIL………………………………………………………………………….. 8
GROUND……………………………………………………………………………... 9

STARTING THE ENGINE…………………………………………………………………… 9
USING ELECTRIC POWER………………………………………………………………... 10

AC APPLICATION…………………………………………………………............... 10

DC APPLICATION…………………………………………………………………… 11

TURNING OFF ENGINE…………………………………………………………………….. 12
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE………………………………………………………………… 12

MAINTENANCE CHART…………………………………………………………….. 13
ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT……………………………………………………… 14
AIR FILTER…………………………………………………………………………… 14
CLEANING AND ADJUSTING SPARK PLUG…………………………………….. 15
MUFFLER SCREEN…………………………………………………………………. 15

TROUBLE SHOOTING……………………………………………………………………… 16
STORAGE……………………………………………………………………………………. 17
SPECIFICATIONS…………………………………………………………………………….18
WIRE DIAGRAM……………………………………………………………………………... 19

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COLEMAN POWERSPORTS LIMITED WARRANTY

This Warranty is NOT the Emissions Control Warranty Please note this is a general Limited
Warranty for this product. It IS NOT an Emissions Control Warranty. Please see the
Emissions Control Warranty covering Emission components.

Coleman Powersports offers the following warranty to the initial purchaser of this new Coleman
Powersports product. The initial purchaser is defined as the first person to purchase a new
Coleman Powersports product from an Authorized Retailer of Coleman Powersports products.
The limited warranty period for this product is 1 year from the date of purchase shown on the
original sales receipt.
What is a Defect? The Product is warranted to be free from manufacturing defects in material
and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase shown on the sales receipt.
During this period of time Coleman Powersports will, at its option, either repair or replace any
original Coleman Powersports part which is covered by this warranty and is proven to be
defective in workmanship or material.
To qualify for this warranty the part:

1. Must have been purchased from Coleman Powersports or from an authorized
Coleman Powersports Retailer.

2. This warranty does not apply to any product which is used in a manner not consistent
with the normal and proper intended use. This generator is not intended for rental or
commercial use.

Who Can Perform Repairs Under this Warranty?
Repairs under this warranty should be performed by an authorized Coleman Powersports retailer
or comparable servicing dealer.

How to get service under this warranty
To get warranty service call Coleman Powersports at 888-405-8725 for the location of your local
servicing retailer / dealer. Please do not return the product to the retailer where the product was
purchased unless instructed to do so by Coleman Powersports. The retailer of this product
does not make any warranty of its own and has no authority to implement this warranty on behalf
of Coleman Powersports without the approval of Coleman Powersports. A COPY OF YOUR
SALES RECEIPT IS REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.

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What this Warranty Does Not Cover
This warranty does not cover the following

1. Damage due to lack or improper maintenance as described in this manual.

2. Damage which is caused by normal use and not caused by a defect in materials or
workmanship.

3. Use of the product which is not consistent with the intended use as described in the
operating instructions.

4. Any expendable maintenance item which need replacement or service as part of
normal maintenance, unless such items have defects in material or workmanship
which cause failure or premature wear.

5. Any product which has been altered or modified in a manner not consistent with the
original design of the product or in a manner not approved by Coleman Powersports.

6. Damage or failures due to abuse, neglect, or misuse of the product.

Limitations of this Warranty
This warranty does not cover and Coleman Powersports disclaims any responsibility for

1. Loss of time or loss of use of the product.

2. Transportation costs to and from the authorized service center.

3. Other loss or damage to other equipment or personal items.

Length of Implied Warranties
Any implied warranties are limited to the duration set forth in this warranty. Coleman
Powersports does not make any claim as to the merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
which would extend longer than the duration of this written warranty.
Check your State Laws as some State Laws do not allow limitations as to the duration of an
implied warranty. Some States may also not allow limitation or exclusions based on incidental or
consequential damages.

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PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THE GENERATOR
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SAFETY INFORMATION

1）EXHAUST FUMES ARE POISONOUS

 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.

2）FUEL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND POISONOUS

 Always turn off the engine when refueling
 Never refuel while smoking or in the vicinity of an open flame.
 Take care not to spill any fuel on the engine or muffler when refueling.
 If you swallow any fuel, inhale fuel vapor, or allow any to get in your eyes, see your doctor immediately. If any fuel

spills on your skin or clothing, immediately wash with soap and water and change your clothes.

 When operating or transporting the generator, be sure it is kept upright. If it tilts, fuel may leak from the carburetor or

fuel tank.

3）ENGINE AND MUFFLER MAY BE HOT

 Place the generator in a place where pedestrians or children are not likely to touch it.
 Avoid placing any flammable materials near the exhaust outlet during operation.
 Keep the generator at least 1 m ( 3 ft ) from buildings or other equipment, or the engine may overheat.
 Avoid operating the engine with a dust cover.
 Be sure to carry the generator only by its carrying handle.
 Place the generator on flat surfaces and keep clear of debris, this will

allow heat to dissipate freely.

4）ELECTRIC SHOCK PREVENTION

 Never operate the engine in rain or snow.
 Never touch the generator with wet hands or electrical shock will occur.
 Be sure to ground (earth) the generator.

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Use ground (earth) lead of sufficient current capacity.

Diameter: 0.12mm (0.005 in)/ampere

EX: 10 Ampere --1.2mm (0.055 in)

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