Energizer EZV SERIES, EZV2800 User Manual
EZV SERIES
USER GUIDE
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contains important instructions for your product, that
should be followed during installation and mainteneance
of the generator and batteries.
This user guide covers the safety, operation and
maintenance procedures for the EZV2200 and EZV2800.
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CONTENTS PAGE
Safety First 8
Safety while using your generator 8
Understanding AC safety 9
Safety while maintaining your generator 9
Other safety tips 10
Learn About Your Generator 11
Identification of componants 11
Making sure you have everything 13
Setting Up Your Generator 14
Checking the oil level 14
Checking the air filter 15
Using Your Generator 17
Initial startup of your generator 17
Operating your generator 19
Shutting off your generator 21
Using your generator with appliances 22
Using the generator to charge automotive batteries 22
Maintaining Your Generator 24
Maintainance Schedule 24
General inspection tips 24
Cleaning the air filter 25
Changing the engine oil 26
Replacing and cleaning the spark plug 27
Handling and storage 28
Troubleshooting 29
Specifications 32
Wiring Diagram 33
Learn About Your Warranty 34
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Chapter 1 — Safety First
Playing it safe when working with power equipment is always a good idea. Here are some
important precautions to make sure you stay safe.
1.1 Safety while Operating Your Generator
• Always perform an oil, fuel and air filter check before starting the engine.
• Properly clean and maintain the equipment.
• Operate the generator according to instructions for safe and dependable
service.
• Before operating the generator, read the user guide carefully. Otherwise, it
may result in personal injuries or equipment damage.
• Never run the generator in an enclosed area to avoid harm from exhaust
emissions of a poisonous carbon monoxide gas.
• The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
• Be careful not to touch the exhaust system, compressor pump or
discharge tubing during operation due to risk of burns.
• Pay attention to the warning labels. The engine exhaust system will
become heated during operation and remain hot immediately after the
engine is stopped.
• Gasoline is a highly flammable and explosive liquid. Refuel in a well
ventilated area with the engine stopped.
• This portable generator is not for use with gasoline/ethanol blends with
over 15% ethanol.
• When refueling the generator, keep it away from cigarettes, open flames,
smoke and/or sparks.
• Place the generator at least 3 feet away from buildings or other equipment
during operation.
• Run the generator on a level surface. Tilting the generator may result in fuel
spills.
• Know how to stop the generator quickly and understand operation of all
the controls. Never permit anyone to operate the generator without proper
instructions.
• Keep children, pets and machinery with rotating parts away during
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operation.
• Do not operate the generator in rain or snow.
• Do not allow any moisture to come in contact with the generator.
• Do not touch the spark plug while the engine is operating or shortly after
the engine has been shut down
1.2 Understanding AC Safety
Before connecting the generator to an electrical device or power cord:
• Make sure that everything is in proper working order. Faulty devices or
power cords can lead to an electrical shock.
• Turn off the generator immediately if the device begins to operate
abnormally. Then disconnect the device and investigate the problem.
• Make sure that the electrical rating of the device does not exceed that of
the generator. If the power level of the device is between the maximum
output power and the running power of the generator, the generator should
not be used for more than 30 minutes.
• WARNING: Connections for standby power to a building’s electrical system
must be done by a qualified electrician and must comply with all applicable
laws and electrical codes (National Electrical Code, NFPA 70). Improper
connections may cause serious injuries to electrical workers during a
power outage, and when the utility power is restored, the generator
may explode or cause fires. The generator shall be connected through
transfer equipment that switches all conductors other than the equipment
grounding conductor. The frame of the generator shall be connected to an
approved grounding electrode.
• For power outages, permanently installed stationary generators are better
suited for providing backup power to the home. Even a properly connected
portable generator can become overloaded. This may result in overheating
or stressing the generator components, possibly leading to a generator
failure.
1.3 Safety while Maintaining Your Generator
• After any maintenance is performed, wash immediately using soap and
clean water because repeated exposure to lubricant may cause skin
irritation.
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• Do not clean the filter element with flammable liquids like gasoline because
an explosion may occur.
• Turn off the engine before performing any maintenance. Otherwise it can
cause severe personal injury or death.
• Allow the generator set to cool down before performing any maintenance.
• Always wear safety glasses when cleaning the generator set with air.
• Do not clean the generator set with a pressure washer because it can
cause damage to the generator set.
• Before working with batteries, ventilate the area, wear safety glasses, do
not smoke and always disconnect the negative cable first and reconnect it
last.
• Use rubber gloves when coming into contact with engine oil.
• Always stop the generator set before removing the oil filler cap.
• Only qualified maintenance personnel with knowledge of fuels, electricity,
and machinery hazards should perform maintenance procedures.
• Lubricate all exposed metal parts regularly. See chapter 5.1 for
maintenance schedule.
1.4 Other Safety Tips
• To avoid breathing in poisonous carbon monoxide from the exhaust gases,
adequate ventilation should be provided if the generator set is running in a
partially enclosed space.
• If the generator set is stored outdoors, check all the electrical components on
the control panel before each use. Moisture can damage the generator and
can lead to an electric shock.
• Generators vibrate in normal use. During and after the use of the generator,
inspect the generator as well as extension cords and power supply cords
connected to it for damage resulting from vibration. Have damaged items
repaired or replaced as necessary. Do not use plugs or cords that show signs
of damage such as broken or cracked insulation or damaged blades.
• If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak after the generator has been running,
move to fresh air RIGHT AWAY. See a doctor. You could have carbon
monoxide poisoning.
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Chapter 2 — Learn About Your Generator
This section will show you how to identify key parts of your generator. Going over
the terminology below will make sure we're on the same page.
2.1 Identification of Components
Choke Lever
Fuel Valve
Engine Access
Panel
Fuel Cap
Control Panel
Spark Plug
Access Panel
Recoil Starter
Handle
Rubber Feet
Battery Access
Panel
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120V 30A
Outlet
EcoMode
Switch
Output
Light
Overload
Light
Low Oil
Light
AC Dual
Outlet
20A Circuit
Breaker
30A Circuit
Breaker
Ground
On/Off
Ignition
Switch
DC Reset
DC Outlet
USB Outlet
USB
Outlet
Output
Light
Overload
Light
Low Oil
Light
AC Dual
Outlet
20A Circuit
Breaker
Ground
On/Off
Ignition
Switch
DC Reset
DC Outlet
EcoMode
Switch
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On Rear
Handle
2.2 Make Sure You Have Everything
Part Name Quantity
EZV series Generator 1
User Guide 1
DC Charging Cables 1
450mL 10W30 Oil with Funnel 1
Tool Kit 1
Make sure your generator set has everything in the table above.
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