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Wacker Neuson GPi 3200 Operator's Manual

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    0179740en 004 0311 0 1 7 9 7 4 0 e n operator’s manual inverter generator gpi 3200 / gpsi 3200 gpi 4300 / gpsi 4300

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    Copyright notice © copyright 2010 by wacker neuson corporation. All rights, including copying and distribution rights, are reserved. This publication may be photocopied by the original purchaser of the machine. Any other type of reproduction is prohibited without express written permission from wack...

  • Page 3: Foreword

    Foreword wc_tx001238gb.Fm 3 foreword save these instructions—this manual contains important instructions for the machine models listed below. These instructions must be followed during installation and maintenance of the generator (and battery, if equipped). Machines covered in this manual machine d...

  • Page 4: Foreword

    Foreword 4 wc_tx001238gb.Fm manufacturer’s approval this manual contains references to approved parts, attachments, and modifica- tions. The following definitions apply: approved parts or attachments are those either manufactured or provided by wacker neuson. Approved modifications are those perform...

  • Page 5: Gpi 3200 / 4300

    Gpi 3200 / 4300 table of contents wc_bo0179740en_004toc.Fm 5 foreword 3 1 safety information 7 1.1 signal words found in this manual ...................................................... 7 1.2 machine description and intended use ............................................... 8 1.3 safety guidelin...

  • Page 6: Table of Contents

    Table of contents gpi 3200 / 4300 6 wc_bo0179740en_004toc.Fm 3 maintenance 38 3.1 periodic maintenance schedule ..........................................................38 3.2 detaching the side panels (s models) ................................................39 3.3 checking the engine oil ..........

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 safety information wc_si000348gb.Fm 7 1 safety information 1.1 signal words found in this manual this manual contains danger, warning, caution, notice, and note signal words which must be followed to reduce the possibility of personal injury, damage to the equipment, or improper serv...

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    Safety information gpi 3200 / 4300 8 wc_si000348gb.Fm 1.2 machine description and intended use this machine is a portable electric power source. The wacker neuson inverter generator consists of a gasoline engine, a fuel tank, and an electric alternator and inverter. Controls and receptacles are prov...

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 safety information wc_si000348gb.Fm 9 1.3 safety guidelines for operating the machine operator qualifications only trained personnel are permitted to start, operate, and shut down the machine. They also must meet the following qualifications: have received instruction on how to prope...

  • Page 10: Safety Information

    Safety information gpi 3200 / 4300 10 wc_si000348gb.Fm make sure the machine is on a firm, level surface and will not tip, roll, slide, or fall while operating. Remove all tools, cords, and other loose items from the generator before starting it. Electrical safety to increase electrical safety while...

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 safety information wc_si000348gb.Fm 11 storing the machine store the machine properly when it is not being used. The machine should be stored in a clean, dry location out of the reach of children. 1.4 operator safety while using internal combustion engines refueling safety when refue...

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    Safety information gpi 3200 / 4300 12 wc_si000348gb.Fm 1.5 guidelines for service safety personal protective equipment (ppe) wear the following personal protective equipment (ppe) while servicing or maintaining this machine: close-fitting work clothes that do not hinder movement safety glasses with ...

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 safety information wc_si000348gb.Fm 13 1.6 label locations g a e d h c b f g g.

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    Safety information gpi 3200 / 4300 14 wc_si000348gb.Fm 1.7 machine labels wacker neuson machines use international pictorial labels where needed. These labels are described below. 1.8 safety and warning labels ref. Label meaning a danger using a generator indoors can kill you in minutes. Generator e...

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 safety information wc_si000348gb.Fm 15 d warning to reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand instruction manual. Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide. Do not use in poorly ventilated area. The operator may suffer severe elecrtric shock. Do not touch with wet...

  • Page 16: Safety Information

    Safety information gpi 3200 / 4300 16 wc_si000348gb.Fm h a nameplate listing the model number, item number, revision number, and serial number is attached to each unit. Please record the information found on this nameplate so it will be available should the nameplate become lost or damaged. When ord...

  • Page 17: Gpi 3200 / 4300

    Gpi 3200 / 4300 operation wc_tx001239gb.Fm 17 2 operation 2.1 overview generator application this generator is an exceptionally quiet and compact machine designed to provide single phase power for construction, commercial, and residential applications. State-of-the-art inverter technology ensures a ...

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    Operation gpi 3200 / 4300 18 wc_tx001239gb.Fm 2.3 features and components l wc_gr006662 a b c f p g e e d q r s h j o k l m n.

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 operation wc_tx001239gb.Fm 19 ref. Description ref. Description a control panel k spark plug cap b fuel tank l air cleaner c fuel gauge m fuel strainer d right side panel (if equipped) n battery (if equipped) e oil drain plug o oil filler / gauge f recoil starter p left side panel (i...

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    Operation gpi 3200 / 4300 20 wc_tx001239gb.Fm 2.4 lifting and transporting lifting the machine this generator, while compact, is heavy enough to cause injury if proper lifting techniques are not used. Observe the following guidelines when lifting the generator. Do not attempt to lift and carry the g...

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 operation wc_tx001239gb.Fm 21 2.6 installation locating the generator follow the practices below when choosing an appropriate location for the generator. Place the generator in an area where it will not be exposed to rain, snow, or direct sunlight. Position the generator on firm, lev...

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    Operation gpi 3200 / 4300 22 wc_tx001239gb.Fm 2.7 connecting and maintaining the battery location and description an automotive-style battery (n) is installed on the machine. The battery is located next to the air cleaner. Battery connections to connect the battery: connect the positive (+) battery ...

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 operation wc_tx001239gb.Fm 23 do not disconnect the battery while the machine is running. Do not attempt to run the machine without a battery. Do not attempt to jump-start the machine. In the event that the machine has a discharged battery, either replace the battery with a fully cha...

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    Operation gpi 3200 / 4300 24 wc_tx001239gb.Fm 2.9 power requirements application this generator is designed to operate single-phase, 60 hz equipment running at 120 vac. It also provides dc power strictly intended for charging 12v automotive style batteries. Check the nameplate or label provided on t...

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 operation wc_tx001239gb.Fm 25 2.10 control panel wc_gr006675 a m n o p q d e f g h b c j k l a m n o p q d e f h b r r c j k l a m n o p q d e f g h b c j k l a m n o p q d e f h b c j k l ac 120v gpi 3200 gpi 4300 gpsi 3200 gpsi 4300 gpi 3200 (csa) gpi 4300 (csa).

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    Operation gpi 3200 / 4300 26 wc_tx001239gb.Fm multi monitor (a) the multi monitor (a) displays the status of various machine functions while the generator is operating. Ac receptacles (b, c) ac power is supplied through two 20a receptacles (b) and a 30a twist-lock receptacle (c). Use only grounded, ...

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 operation wc_tx001239gb.Fm 27 lcd (j) the lcd (j) displays machine operating status such as voltage, frequency, and operating hours. The lcd also displays o_lod when the generator is in an overload condition. Lcd changeover switch (n) and indicator lights the green lcd changeover swi...

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    Operation gpi 3200 / 4300 28 wc_tx001239gb.Fm 2.11 customer connections description the generator is equipped with: one 120v 20a duplex receptacle (b) with a ground fault circuit interrupt (gfi) one 120v 30a twist-lock receptacle (c) one pair of dc terminals (e) exclusively intended for charging 12v...

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 operation wc_tx001239gb.Fm 29 2.12 grounding the generator location the ground lug (d) is located to the right of the dc terminals. Function this ground connection is used for electrically grounding the generator when necessary to comply with the national electrical code and other fe...

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    Operation gpi 3200 / 4300 30 wc_tx001239gb.Fm 2.13 fueling the machine fuel filler cap the fuel filler cap (c) is located on top of the fuel tank. Turn the fuel filler cap counter-clockwise to open; clockwise to close. Filling the fuel tank follow the guidelines below when filling the fuel tank. Tur...

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 operation wc_tx001239gb.Fm 31 2.14 before starting explanation before putting the generator into service, review each item on the following checklist. It is important to make sure that the machine is set up properly to reduce the possibility of malfunction. Before starting the genera...

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    Operation gpi 3200 / 4300 32 wc_tx001239gb.Fm 2.15 starting the generator (s models) starting procedure follow the procedure below to start the machine. 1. Turn the engine switch (h) to the choke position (or the run position if the engine is warm or the ambient temperature is high). 2. Insert the s...

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 operation wc_tx001239gb.Fm 33 2.16 starting the generator (manual start models) starting procedure follow the procedure below to start the machine. 1. Turn the engine switch (h) to the choke position (or the run position if the engine is warm or the ambient temperature is high). 2. P...

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    Operation gpi 3200 / 4300 34 wc_tx001239gb.Fm 2.17 using ac power prerequisites verify that the engine is operating. Verify that the voltage displayed on the lcd (j) is approximately 120v. Turn off the equipment to be connected to the generator. Confirm that the equipment to be connected to the gene...

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 operation wc_tx001239gb.Fm 35 2.18 using dc power overview the dc terminals (e) are to be used only for charging 12v batteries. Maximum available power is 12v–8.3a (100w). Prerequisites verify that the engine is operating. Verify that the voltage displayed on the lcd (j) is approxima...

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    Operation gpi 3200 / 4300 36 wc_tx001239gb.Fm connecting and charging a battery follow the procedure below to connect and charge a battery. 1. Connect the positive terminal (e1) (red) on the generator to the positive (+) battery terminal. 2. Connect the negative terminal (e2) (black) on the generato...

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 operation wc_tx001239gb.Fm 37 2.20 emergency shutdown procedure procedure if a breakdown or accident occurs while the machine is operating, follow the procedure below: 1. Stop the engine. 2. Turn off the fuel supply. 3. Disconnect tools from the machine. 4. Allow the machine to cool....

  • Page 38: Maintenance

    Maintenance gpi 3200 / 4300 38 wc_tx001240gb.Fm 3 maintenance 3.1 periodic maintenance schedule the table below lists basic machine and engine maintenance. Tasks designated with check marks may be performed by the operator. Tasks designated with square bullet points require special training and equi...

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 maintenance wc_tx001240gb.Fm 39 3.2 detaching the side panels (s models) description electric start machines are equipped with two sound attenuation panels. The panels remain in place during normal operation. The left side panel (p) must be detached and removed to perform routine mai...

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    Maintenance gpi 3200 / 4300 40 wc_tx001240gb.Fm 3.3 checking the engine oil when check engine oil daily before starting the engine, or more than 5 minutes after stopping the engine. Prerequisites engine is stopped machine is on a level surface fresh oil is available (see technical data for type and ...

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 maintenance wc_tx001240gb.Fm 41 3.4 cleaning the air cleaner when clean the air cleaner every 50 hours of operation. Prerequisite engine is stopped and cool to the touch description the air cleaner assembly consists of two urethane forms housed inside the air cleaner body. A clean ai...

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    Maintenance gpi 3200 / 4300 42 wc_tx001240gb.Fm 3.5 cleaning and checking the spark plug when clean the spark plug and check the electrode gap every 200 hours of operation (monthly). Prerequisite engine is stopped and cool to the touch removing and cleaning the spark plug follow the procedure below ...

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 maintenance wc_tx001240gb.Fm 43 3.6 changing the engine oil when change the engine oil after the first 20 hours of operation, and every 50 hours thereafter. Prerequisites engine is stopped, but still warm machine is on a level surface fresh engine oil (see engine operator’s manual) p...

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    Maintenance gpi 3200 / 4300 44 wc_tx001240gb.Fm 3.7 cleaning the spark arrester when clean the spark arrester after every 100 hours of operation. Prerequisite engine is stopped and cool to the touch description the spark arrester is a cylindrical metal element fastened inside the exhaust outlet. If ...

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 maintenance wc_tx001240gb.Fm 45 3.8 cleaning the fuel strainer when clean the fuel strainer monthly, or after every 200 hours of operation. Prerequisite engine is stopped and cool to the touch. Description the fuel strainer (m) removes dirt and water from the fuel before it enters th...

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    Maintenance gpi 3200 / 4300 46 wc_tx001240gb.Fm 3.9 storing the generator when follow the procedures described below if you intend to take your generator out of service and store it for at least six months. Tasks the following tasks must be performed in order to prepare the generator for storage: 1....

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 maintenance wc_tx001240gb.Fm 47 4. Reconnect the fuel line to the fuel strainer. 5. Dispose of drained fuel. Draining the carburetor 6. Place a plastic cloth and a collection container beneath the machine. 7. Locate the fuel drain screw (a). The screw is either recessed or exposed de...

  • Page 48: Schematics

    Schematics gpi 3200 / 4300 48 wc_tx001241gb.Fm 4 schematics 4.1 electrical schematic (s models, non-csa) f e g c d j l n k h b s o m r z q p y x u t v w a wc_gr006681.

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 schematics wc_tx001241gb.Fm 49 4.2 electrical schematic components (s models, non-csa) component component a engine o monitor control unit b generator p engine switch c control panel q ac receptacle, 120v 20a d diode rectifier r ground terminal e coil (1) s stepping motor f coil (2) ...

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    Schematics gpi 3200 / 4300 50 wc_tx001241gb.Fm 4.3 electrical schematic (csa) f e g c d j l n k h b s o m r z aa aa (aa) q p y x u t v w a wc_gr007295.

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 schematics wc_tx001241gb.Fm 51 4.4 electrical schematic components (csa) component component a engine o monitor control unit b generator p engine switch c control panel q ac receptacle, 120v 20a d diode rectifier r ground terminal e coil (1) s stepping motor f coil (2) t oil level se...

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    Schematics gpi 3200 / 4300 52 wc_tx001241gb.Fm 4.5 electrical schematic (manual start models, non-csa) f e g c d j n k h b s o m r z q p u t a wc_gr006848.

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 schematics wc_tx001241gb.Fm 53 4.6 electrical schematic components (manual start models, non-csa) component component a engine k dc output terminal b generator m micro switch c control panel n inverter and engine control unit d diode rectifier o monitor control unit e coil (1) p engi...

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    Schematics gpi 3200 / 4300 54 wc_tx001241gb.Fm 4.7 electrical schematic (manual start models, csa) f e g c d j n k h b s o m r z q p u t a wc_gr007415 org r w blu gry grn blu pur org blk blu w w w r brn grn/y r w blu w w grn/y grn/y blu w blu org org brn/w gry brn brn w w grn/y.

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    Gpi 3200 / 4300 schematics wc_tx001241gb.Fm 55 4.8 electrical schematic components (manual start models, csa) component component a engine k dc output terminal b generator m micro switch c control panel n inverter and engine control unit d diode rectifier o monitor control unit e coil (1) p engine s...

  • Page 56: Basic Troubleshooting

    Basic troubleshooting gpi 3200 / 4300 56 wc_tx001242gb.Fm 5 basic troubleshooting problem cause remedy engine is difficult to start 1. Fuel is contaminated 2. Spark plug gap setting is incorrect 1. Clean fuel filter and fuel tank. Remove water, dirt, and other impurities. 2. Check and adjust spark p...

  • Page 57: Gpi 3200 / 4300

    Gpi 3200 / 4300 technical data wc_td000355gb.Fm 57 6 technical data 6.1 engine engine power rating engine power rating per iso/tr 14396. Actual power output may vary due to conditions of specific use. Model gpi 3200 gpsi 3200 gpi 4300 gpsi 4300 engine engine make robin engine model ex21 ex27 number ...

  • Page 58: Technical Data

    Technical data gpi 3200 / 4300 58 wc_td000355gb.Fm 6.2 generator data machine gpi 3200 gpsi 3200 gpi 4300 gpsi 4300 machine generator type multi-pole revolving field inverter generator speed rpm 2800–3600 2800–3700 rated ac voltage v 120 rated frequency hz 60 rated ac current a 23.3 31.7 continuous ...

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    Engine emission warranty information and statement.

  • Page 60: Notice

    FranÇaise espaÑol 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. Air index to ...

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    FranÇaise espaÑol federal emissions component defect warranty emissions component defect warranty coverage – this emission warranty is applicable in all states, except the state of california. Fuji heavy industries ltd. And robin america inc., wood dale illinois, (herein “robin america”) warrant(s) ...

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    FranÇaise espaÑol california emission control warranty statement your warranty rights and obligations the california air resources board and fuji heavy industries ltd. (herein “fuji”) are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2005 and later small off-road engine (herein "en...

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    FranÇaise espaÑol when warranty repair is needed, the engine must be brought to an authorized service dealer or warranty station’s place of business during normal business hours. In all cases, a reasonable time, not to exceed 30 days, must be allowed for the warranty repair to be completed after the...

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    Wacker neuson se · preußenstraße 41 · d-80809 münchen · tel.: +49-(0)89-3 54 02-0 · fax: +49 - (0)89-3 54 02-390 wacker neuson corporation · n92w15000 anthony ave. · menomonee falls, wi 53051 · tel. : (262) 255-0500 · fax: (262) 255-0550 ·tel. : (800) 770-0957 wacker neuson limited - room 1701–03 & ...