Yamaha EF7200E, EF7200DE, EF7200 Owner's Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

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MANUEL D’UTILISATION
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MANUALE PER IL PROPRIETARIO

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Bitte lesen Sie diese Bedienungsanleitung sorgfältig durch, bevor Sie die Maschine in Betrieb nehmen.

Leggere attentamente questo manuale prima di utilizzare questa macchina.

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D

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EF7200DE

EF7200E

EF7200

7P6-F8199-U0

OWNER’S MANUAL

Read this manual carefully before operating this machine.

EF7200DE

EF7200E

EF7200

7P6-F8199-U0-E0

Read this manual carefully before operating this machine. This manual should

stay with this machine if it is sold.

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of your new Yamaha.
This manual will provide you with a good basic understanding of the operation and
maintenance of this machine.
If you have any questions regarding the operation or maintenance of your machine,
please consult a Yamaha dealer.

EF7200DE/EF7200E/EF7200

OWNER’S MANUAL

©2014 by Yamaha Motor Powered

Products Co., Ltd.

1st Edition, January 2014

All rights reserved.

Any reprinting or unauthorized use

without the written permission of

Yamaha Motor Powered

Products Co., Ltd.

is expressly prohibited.

Printed in China

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

Particularly important information is distin­guished in this manual by the following
notations.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is
used to alert you to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all safety messag­es that follow this symbol to avoid pos­sible injury or death.

WARNING

A WARNING indicates a hazardous sit­uation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

A NOTICE indicates special precau­tions that must be taken to avoid dam­age to the machine or other property.

TIP

A TIP provides key information to make
procedures easier or clearer.

WARNING

PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND
THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE
OPERATING THE MACHINE.

TIP

9 Yamaha continually seeks advance-

ments in product design and quality.
Therefore, while this manual contains
the most current product information
available at the time of printing, there
may be minor discrepancies between
your machine and this manual. If
there is any question concerning this
manual, please consult a Yamaha
dealer.

9 This manual should be considered a

permanent part of this machine and
should remain with this machine
when resold.

* Product and specifications are subject to

change without notice.

CONTENTS

SAFETY INFORMATION ...................... 1

Exhaust fumes are poisonous ............ 2

Fuel is highly flammable and

poisonous ........................................... 2

Engine and muffler may be hot .......... 2

Electric shock prevention ................... 3

Connection notes ............................... 4

Connection ......................................... 4

Extension cord notes .......................... 4

LOCATION OF IMPORTANT

LABELS ................................................ 5

DESCRIPTION ...................................... 7

Control panel (For EF7200DE) .......... 8

Control panel (For EF7200E) ............. 8

Control panel (For EF7200) ............... 8

CONTROL FUNCTION ......................... 9

Engine switch ..................................... 9

Oil warning light (Red)........................ 9

AC switch (N.F.B.) ............................ 10

Fuel tank cap .................................... 10

Fuel cock lever ................................. 11

Ground (earth) terminal.................... 11

Economy control switch

(Except for EF7200) ......................... 12

Choke lever (For EF7200) ................ 12

Recoil starter .................................... 13

Voltage adjuster ............................... 13

PREPARATION ................................... 14

Fuel .................................................. 14

Engine oil .........................................15

Battery (Except for EF7200) ............. 16

Ground (earth) terminal.................... 17

PRE-OPERATION CHECK ................. 18

Pre-operation check ......................... 18

OPERATION ....................................... 19

Starting the engine ........................... 19

Stopping the engine ......................... 22

Connection ....................................... 24

Application range ............................. 26

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ................ 27

Maintenance chart ........................... 27

Carburetor adjustment ..................... 29

Spark plug inspection ....................... 29

Engine oil replacement ..................... 30

Air filter ............................................. 32

Muffler screen .................................. 33

Fuel cock .......................................... 34

Fuel tank filter ................................... 35

Battery (Except for EF7200) ............. 36

Recommended battery

(Except for EF7200) ......................... 37

Fuse replacement

(Except for EF7200) ......................... 37

STORAGE ........................................... 38

Drain the fuel .................................... 38

Engine .............................................. 40

Battery (Except for EF7200) ............. 41

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................ 42

SPECIFICATIONS ............................... 48

Dimensions ...................................... 48

Engine .............................................. 48

Generator ......................................... 49

CONSUMER INFORMATION.............. 50

Identification number records ........... 50

Machine identification ....................... 50

WARRANTY ........................................ 51

WIRING DIAGRAM ............................. 52

EF7200DE ........................................ 52

EF7200E .......................................... 53

EF7200 ............................................. 54

SAFETY INFORMATION

9 This generator is not designed for on-board use.

Do not use it while installed on the vehicle.

9 Do not modify the generator or use it with its parts

removed.

9 Do not allow children to operate the generator.

1

9 Be sure to carry the generator only by its carrying

handle(s).

1 Carrying handle(s) (shaded)

9 Do not place any obstacles on the generator.

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Exhaust fumes are poisonous

9 Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN

MINUTES. Generator exhaust contains carbon
monoxide. This is a poison you cannot see or
smell.

741-002

741-003

9 NEVER use inside a home or garage, EVEN IF

doors and windows are open.

9 Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows,

doors, and vents.

Fuel is highly flammable and poisonous

9 Always turn off the engine when refuelling.

9 Never refuel while smoking or in the vicinity of an

open flame.

9 Take care not to spill any fuel on the engine or

muffler when refuelling.

9 Do not leave the generator inside the vehicle or in

the trunk.

741-005

741-004

741- 006

9 If you swallow any fuel, inhale fuel vapor, or allow

any to get in your eye(s), see your doctor immedi­ately. If any fuel spills on your skin or clothing,
immediately wash with soap and water and
change your clothes.

9 When operating or transporting the generator, be

sure it is kept upright. If it tilts, fuel may leak from
the carburetor or fuel tank.

Engine and muffler may be hot

9 Place the generator in a place where pedestrians

or children are not likely to touch the generator.

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741-007

741-008a

7CC-001

9 Avoid placing any flammable materials near the

exhaust outlet during operation.

9 In order to prevent overheating, ensure adequate

airflow by keeping the machine at least 1 m (3 ft)
from objects or other equipment.

9 Do not operate the engine with a dust cover or

other objects covering it.

9 When covering the generator, be sure to do so

only after the engine and muffler have completely
cooled down.

741-010

741-011

1

Electric shock prevention

9 Never operate the engine in rain or snow.

9 Never touch the generator with wet hands or elec-

trical shock will occur.

9 Connect the ground (earth) terminal to a ground

source. In order to prevent electrical shock, the
generator must be grounded when using a
grounded electrical device.

1 Ground (earth) terminal

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1

Connection notes

9 Avoid connecting the generator to commercial

power outlet.

9 Avoid connecting the generator in parallel with any

other generator.

2

1

2

741-040a

1 Correct
2 Incorrect

Connection

WARNING

Before the generator can be connected to a build­ing’s electrical system, a licensed electrician must
install an isolation (transfer) switch in the build­ing’s main fuse box. The switch is the connection
point for generator power and allows selection of
generator or main line power to the building. This
will prevent the generator from charging the main
power line (backfeeding) when the main power
supply has failed or has been turned off for line
repair. Backfeeding can electrocute or injure line
maintenance personnel. Also, generator and build­ing electrical system damage can occur when nor­mal operating power returns if unit is used without
an isolation switch.

Extension cord notes

Extension cords should be protected by a tough flexi­ble rubber sheath (IEC 245) or the equivalent to with­stand mechanical stresses.

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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS

Please read the following labels carefully before oper­ating this generator.

TIP

Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as

1

necessary.

2

3

4

3

5

6 7

1

HOT EXHAUST

2 (Except for EF7200DE)

4 (For OCEANIA)

2 (For EF7200DE)

O I L

4 (Except for OCEANIA)

RE AD TH E OW NE R' S M AN UA L AND A LL L ABE LS B EF ORE O PE RA TI NG.
ON LY OP ER AT E IN WE LL -V EN TIL AT ED A REA S.
EXHAU ST GAS CO NTA INS PO ISO NOU S CARBON MO NOX IDE .
CH EC K FOR S PI LL ED F UE L O R FU EL L EA KS .
ST OP E NG IN E BE FO RE R EF UE LI NG .
DO NOT OP ERA TE NE AR FLAM MA BLE M ATE RI ALS.
EL ECT ROC UTI ON CAN OC CU R IF GEN ERA TO R IS USE D I N RA IN,
SN OW, O R N EA R W AT ER. K EEP T HIS U NIT D RY AT AL L T IM ES.

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LIS E Z L E MO DE D 'E MP LO I E T TO UT ES L ES E TI Q UE TT ES A VA NT D E
FA IRE FO NCT ION NER LA M AC HIN E.
FA ITE S F ONC TIO NNE R U NI QU EME NT DAN S DE S L IEU X B IE N AER ES.
LE S GAZ D 'E CHAPP EM EN T C ON TI ENNEN T DU MO NO XI DE DE C AR BON E.
V ER IF IE Z S I DU C AR B UR AN T A E TE R EN V ERS E OU S' IL F UI T .
AR RET EZ L E MOT EU R AVAN T DE FAI RE LE P LE IN D E CA RBUR AN T.
N'U T IL IS EZ P AS A P RO XI MI TE D E MA TE RI AU X IN FL AM MA BL ES .
IL Y A R IS QU E D' EL EC TR OC UT IO N SI L E GE NE RA TE UR F ON CT IO NE
SO US LA P LU IE, D AN S LA N EI GE, OU PR ES D E L' EA U. GAR DE Z LA

MA CHI NE AU SE C E N TOU TE S C IR CON ST ANC ES .

7C3 -F41 62-10

5 (For OCEANIA)

6 (For OCEANIA)

q

WARNING

THE OUTPUT OF THIS GENERATING SET IS

POTENTIALLY LETHAL. THE SET SHOULD

NOT BE CONNECTED TO A FIXED ELECTRICAL

INSTALLATION EXCEPT BY AN APPROPRIATELY

LICENSED PERSON.

7 (For OCEANIA)

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EF7200E, EF7200DE

1

9

0

2

8

3

4

q

1

7

5

6

DESCRIPTION

1 Carrying handles (shaded)
2 Fuel tank cap
3 Fuel level gauge
4 Fuel tank
5 Voltage adjuster
6 Ground (earth) terminal
7 Battery (For EF7200E, EF7200DE)
8 Oil filler cap
9 Oil drain bolt
0 Spark plug
q Fuel cock
w Recoil starter handle
e Air filter case cover
r Choke lever (For EF7200)
t Muffler

t

EF7200

9

0

1

8

2

3

e

4

w

1

5

6

q

t

r

e

w

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EF7200DE

32 41 5 6

Control panel
(For EF7200DE)

1 Oil warning light (Red)
2 Economy control

switch

3 Engine switch
4 Voltage/hour meter
5 AC receptacle
6 AC switch (N.F.B.)

000-000

EF7200E (For OCEANIA)

32 41 5 6

EF7200E (Except for OCEANIA)

32 41 5 6

Control panel
(For EF7200E)

1 Oil warning light (Red)
2 Economy control

switch

3 Engine switch
4 Voltage/hour meter
5 AC receptacle
6 AC switch (N.F.B.)

000-000

EF7200

2 31 4 5

000-000

Control panel
(For EF7200)

1 Oil warning light (Red)
2 Engine switch
3 Voltage/hour meter
4 AC receptacle
5 AC switch (N.F.B.)

000-000

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CONTROL FUNCTION

Engine switch

The engine switch controls the ignition system.

1 “7” (ON)

Ignition circuit is switched on.
The engine can be started.

A

2

1

3

2 “5” (STOP)

Ignition circuit is switched off.
The engine will not run.

3 “6” (START)

763-119

Starting circuit is switched on.
After starting the engine, take your hand off the switch

B

1

2

immediately.

å EF7200E/EF7200DE
∫ EF7200

Oil warning light (Red)

When the oil level falls below the lower level, the oil
warning light comes on and then the engine stops
automatically. Unless you refill with oil, the engine will
not start again.

700-027c

TIP

If the engine stalls or does not start, turn the engine
switch to “7” (ON) and then pull the recoil starter or
turn the engine switch to “6” (START). If the oil warn­ing light comes on, the engine oil is insufficient. Add oil
and restart.

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A

AC switch (N.F.B.)

The AC switch (Non-Fuse Breaker) turns off automati-

1

cally when the load exceeds the generator rated out­put.

2

763-252a

B

1

2

1

2

1 “I” (ON)
2 “3” (OFF)

å EF7200/EF7200E
∫ EF7200DE
ç supplies AC 120 V (EF7200DE)
∂ supplies AC 120 V and 240 V (EF7200DE)

NOTICE

Reduce the load to the specified generator rated

C

1

2

D

1

1

output if the AC switch (N.F.B.) turns off. If it turns
off again, consult a Yamaha dealer.

Fuel tank cap

Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it counterclock­wise.

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1

Fuel cock lever

The fuel cock supplies fuel from the fuel tank to the
carburetor.

22

7DF-106

The fuel cock has two positions.

1 ON

With the lever in this position, fuel flows to the carbure­tor. Normal using is done with the lever in this position.

2 OFF

With the lever in this position, fuel will not flow. Always
turn the lever to this position when the engine is not
running.

Ground (earth) terminal

Ground (earth) terminal connects the earth line for
prevention of electric shock.

1

When the electric device is earthed, always the gener­ator must be earthed.

1 Ground (earth) terminal

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Economy control switch (Except for EF7200)

120V

1

2

Y

W

120V

G

X

240V

GR

1 “I” (ON)

When the economy control switch is turned to “I” (ON),
the economy control unit controls the engine speed
according to the connected load. The results are better
fuel consumption and less noise.

2 “3” (OFF)

When the economy control switch is turned to “3”
(OFF), the engine runs at the rated r/min (3600 r/min)
regardless of whether there is a load connected or not.

TIP

9 The economy control switch must be turned to “3”

(OFF) when using electric devices that require a
large starting current, such as a compressor or a
submersible pump.

9 The economy control switch must be turned to “3”

(OFF) to increase engine speed to rated r/min
when:

- using a load of 0.8 A or less.

- supplying AC 120 V only from W with X.

1

Choke lever (For EF7200)

Starting a cold engine requires a richer air-fuel mix­ture, which is supplied by the choke lever.

1 Choke lever

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1

Recoil starter

The recoil starter is used to start the engine.
Pull the recoil starter slowly until it is engaged, then
pull it briskly.

1 Recoil starter handle

NOTICE

9 Pull the recoil starter handle straight.
9 Return the recoil starter handle slowly.
9 Do not touch the recoil starter handle while the

generator is operating.

Voltage adjuster

The voltage adjuster is equipped for adjusting output
voltage to rated voltage.

TIP

000-000

Turn the voltage adjuster clockwise or counterclock­wise to increase or decrease output voltage.

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PREPARATION

Fuel

WARNING

9 Fuel is highly flammable and poisonous.

Check “SAFETY INFORMATION” (See page 2)
carefully before filling.

9 Do not overfill the fuel tank, otherwise it may

overflow when the fuel warms up and expands.
9 Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately.
9 After filling the tank with fuel, make sure the

fuel tank cap is tightened securely.

1. Stop the engine.

2. Place the generator on a level surface.

3. Remove the fuel tank cap.

4. Check the fuel level.

5. If low, fill the tank with fuel.

1 2

NOTICE

9 Immediately wipe off spilled fuel with a clean,

dry, soft cloth, since fuel may deteriorate paint-

ed surfaces or plastic parts.
9 Use only unleaded gasoline. The use of leaded

gasoline will cause severe damage to internal

engine parts.

Make sure there is sufficient fuel in the tank.
When refueling, do not fill the tank up above the top
edge of the fuel tank filter.

1 Fuel level
2 Fuel tank filter
3 Fuel level gauge

3

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5

4

7DK-093

Recommended fuel:
Unleaded gasoline
Fuel tank capacity:
Total:
28 L (7.40 US gal, 6.16 Imp gal)

4

“F” Full

5

“E” Empty

Engine oil

Make sure the engine oil is at the correct level of the
oil filler hole.

0°C

A

YAMALUBE 4 (10W-40)

D

SAE 10W

32°F

C

SAE #20

25°C

80°F

B

SAE #30

1

700-110a

2

1 Oil filler cap
2 Correct level

Recommended engine oil:
å YAMALUBE 4 (10W-40),
SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
∫ SAE #30
ç SAE #20
∂ SAE 10W
Recommended engine oil grade:
API Service SE type or higher
Engine oil quantity:

1.1 L (1.16 US qt, 0.97 Imp qt)

NOTICE

The generator was shipped from the factory with­out engine oil. Do not start the engine for the first
time until the oil level has been checked and oil
added if necessary.

700-006

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Battery (Except for EF7200)

(See page 36 for more details)

This generator is designed to be equipped with a
VRLA (Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery. There is
no need to check the electrolyte or to add distilled
water.

Installation

1. Turn the engine switch to “5” (STOP) to prevent

accidental short circuiting.

2. Place the battery on the battery mount tray.

1

4

3

5

2

1 Battery
2 Battery mount tray

3. Install the battery mounting rods and battery

mounting plate, and then install and tighten the

wing nuts.

3 Battery mounting rod
4 Wing nut
5 Battery mounting plate

6

7

8

4. Connect the positive lead (Red) to the positive (+)

battery terminal.

6 Screw
7 Positive lead (Red)
8 Positive battery terminal

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9

0

5. Connect the negative lead (Black) to the negative

(–) battery terminal.

r

e

w

q

w

762-004

762-005

9 Screw
0 Negative lead (Black)
q Negative battery terminal

TIP

Connect the positive lead (Red) to the positive (+) bat­tery terminal first, then the negative lead (Black) to the
negative (–) battery terminal. Do not reverse these
positions.

WARNING

9 Be sure to insulate battery leads to prevent

arcing when the battery is not installed.
9 Disconnect the battery charging output lead.

Then insulate the connector by folding it back

on itself and carefully wrapping it with electri-

cal tape to prevent electrical contact with

ground (earth) or any other leads.
9 Remove the battery leads from the generator.

1

w Connector
e Battery lead
r Electrical tape

Ground (earth) terminal

Make sure to ground (earth) the generator.
Check “SAFETY INFORMATION” (See page 3).

1 Ground (earth) terminal

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PRE-OPERATION CHECK

WARNING

If any item in the Pre-operation check is not work­ing properly, have it inspected and repaired before
operating the generator.

The condition of a generator is the owner’s responsibil­ity. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly
and unexpectedly, even if the generator is unused.

TIP

Pre-operation checks should be made each time the
generator is used.

Pre-operation check

Fuel (See page 14)

9 Check fuel level in fuel tank.
9 Refuel if necessary.

Fuel line

9 Check fuel hose for crack or damage.
9 Replace if necessary.

Engine oil (See page 15)

9 Check oil level in engine.
9 If necessary, add recommended oil to specified

level.
9 Check generator for oil leakage.

The point where abnormality was recognized by
use

9 Check operation.
9 If necessary, consult a Yamaha dealer.

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OPERATION

WARNING

9 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 ven-

tilated area.
9 Before starting the engine, do not connect any

electric devices.
9 Clean dusts, dirt or water off the receptacle

before use.

NOTICE

The generator was shipped from the factory with-

A

out engine oil. Do not start the engine for the first
time until the oil level has been checked and oil
added if necessary.

1

1

Starting the engine

1. Turn the AC switch (N.F.B.) and economy control

switch to “3” (OFF).

B

1

763-252b

C

1

1 “3” (OFF)

å AC switch (N.F.B.) (For EF7200DE)
∫ AC switch (N.F.B.) (Except for EF7200DE)
ç Economy control switch (Except for EF7200)

2. Turn the fuel cock lever to ON.

2

705-037

2 ON

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A

B

3

763-120a

3

3. Turn the engine switch to “7” (ON).

3 “7” (ON)

å EF7200DE/EF7200E
∫ EF7200

Electric starting (Except for EF7200):

4

4. Turn the engine switch to “6” (START).

4 “6” (START)

763-120

NOTICE

9 Take your hand off the switch immediately

after the engine starts.
9 If the engine fails to start, release the switch,

wait a few seconds, then try again. Each

attempt should be as short as possible to pre-

serve the battery. Do not crank the engine

more than 5 seconds on any one attempt.

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5

Manual starting:

4. Turn the choke lever to “1” (For EF7200).

5 Choke lever

TIP

The choke is not required to start a warm engine. Turn
the choke lever to the original position.

5. Pull the recoil starter slowly until it is engaged,

then pull it briskly.

WARNING

6

Be careful to use the recoil starter. In rare cases,
the recoil starter handle can be drawn back quickly
by the engine kickback.

TIP

Grasp the carrying handle firmly to prevent the gener­ator from falling over when pulling the recoil starter.

6. After the engine starts, warm up the engine until

the engine does not stop when the choke lever is

returned to the original position (For EF7200).

6 Original position

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Stopping the engine

1. Turn off any electric devices.

2. Turn the AC switch (N.F.B.) and economy control

switch to “3” (OFF).

1 “3” (OFF)

A

1

B

1

C

1

763-252b

å AC switch (N.F.B.) (EF7200DE)
∫ AC switch (N.F.B.) (EF7200/EF7200E)
ç Economy control switch (Except for EF7200)

1

3. Disconnect any electric devices.

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A

4. Turn the engine switch to “5” (STOP).

2

2 “5” (STOP)

å EF7200DE/EF7200E
∫ EF7200

763-130c

B

2

5. Turn the fuel cock lever to OFF.

3 OFF

33

705-038d

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