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Yamaha EF5200DE - Premium Generator Owner's Manual
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Generator lit-19626-01-76 7cb-f8199-13 printed on recycled paper printed in china 2011.02-0.1 ×1 ! (e) ef5200de ef5200d owner’s manual read this manual carefully before operating this machine. 7cb-f8199-13_hyoshi 11/2/18 1:31 pm page 1.
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Read this manual carefully before operating this machine. This manual should stay with this machine if it is sold. 7cb-f8199-13_hyoshi 11/2/18 1:31 pm page 3.
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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. Ef5200de/...
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Particularly important information is distin- guished 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 mes- sages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. A warning indicates a ...
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Contents safety information ........................1 exhaust fumes are poisonous ..............1 fuel is highly flammable and poisonous .............................................2 engine and muffler may be hot.............2 electric shock prevention......................3 connection notes..........
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– 1 – 741-002 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. Exhaust fumes are poisonous 9 never operate the engine i...
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– 2 – 741-003 741-005 741-004 741- 006 engine and muffler may be hot 9 place the generator in a place where pedestrians or children are not likely to touch the generator. Fuel is highly flammable and poisonous 9 always turn off the engine when refuelling. 9 never refuel while smoking or in the vicin...
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– 3 – 741-010 741-011 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. Electric shock prevention 9 never operate the engine in rain or snow. 9 never touch the gen...
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– 4 – 741-040a 1 2 1 2 connection notes 9 avoid connecting the generator to commercial power outlet. 9 avoid connecting the generator in parallel with any other generator. 1 correct 2 incorrect connection before the generator can be connected to a build- ing’s electrical system, a licensed electrici...
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– 5 – location of important labels please read the following labels carefully before oper- ating this generator. Tip maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary. 1 2 3 4 5 4 2 1 1 5 electrocution or property damage can occur: do not connect this generator to any building’s electr...
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– 6 – description 1 carrying handles (shaded) 2 fuel tank cap 3 fuel level gauge 4 fuel tank 5 ground (earth) terminal 6 oil filler cap 7 oil drain bolt 8 spark plug 9 voltage adjuster 0 fuel cock q recoil starter w air filter case cover e muffler r choke lever (for ef5200d) ef5200de 1 2 1 5 3 4 7 6...
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– 7 – control panel (for ef5200de) 1 starter switch 2 economy control switch 3 engine switch 4 oil warning light (red) 5 voltage meter 6 g.F.C.I. Receptacle 7 ac receptacle 8 ac switch (n.F.B.) ef5200de 8 8 3 4 5 2 1 6 7 control panel (for ef5200d) 1 engine switch 2 economy control switch 3 oil warn...
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1 2 763-121 – 8 – 700-027c 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. Tip if the engine stalls or does not start, turn the engine switch t...
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– 9 – ac switch (n.F.B.) the ac switch (non-fuse breaker) turns off automati- cally when the load exceeds the generator rated out- put. 1 i “on” 2 3 “off” 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 1 a b å supplies ac 120 v ∫ supplies ac 120 v and 240 v reduce the load to the specified generator rated output if the ac switch (n...
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– 10 – 1 2 763-124 economy control switch 1 i “on” when the economy control switch is turned “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 “off”, th...
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– 11 – 1 2 763-083 3 763-060 g.F.C.I. Receptacle to reduce the chance of electrical shock: 9 do not attempt to operate electric devices if the ground fault circuit interrupter reset button pops out repeatedly during use. 9 test the ground fault circuit interrupter during the pre-operation checks acc...
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– 12 – 707-051a 1 741-128 fuel tank cap remove the fuel tank cap by turning it counterclock- wise. Fuel cock lever the fuel cock supplies fuel from the fuel tank to the carburetor. The fuel cock has two positions. 1 “on” with the lever in this position, fuel flows to the carbure- tor. Normal using i...
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Make sure there is sufficient fuel in the tank. When refueling, be sure to fill the tank to the bottom edge of the fuel filter. 1 fuel level gauge 4 fuel level 5 fuel filter your yamaha engine has been designed to use regu- lar unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number ((r + m)/2) of 86 or higher,...
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– 14 – 700-068 1 700-110 2 700-006 engine oil the generator has been shipped without engine oil. Do not start the engine till fill with the suffi- cient engine oil. 1. Place the generator on a level surface. 2. Remove the oil filler cap. 1 oil filler cap 3. Fill the specified amount of the recommend...
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– 15 – 830-002a 762-012 battery installation (for ef5200de) (see page 35 and 40 for more details) 9 electrolyte is poisonous and dangerous since it contains sulfuric acid, which causes severe burns. Avoid any contact with skin, eyes or clothing and always shield your eyes when working near batteries...
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– 16 – 9 be sure to service battery leads to prevent arc- ing when the battery is not installed. 9 disconnect the battery charging output lead. Then insulate the generator side connector by folding it back on itself and carefully wrapping it with electrical tape to prevent electrical con- tact with ...
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– 17 – pre-operation check if any item in the pre-operation check is not work- ing properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating the generator. The condition of a generator is the owner’s responsi- bility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly, even if the ge...
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763-126a 1 – 18 – 1 1 operation 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 receptacl...
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– 19 – 1 763-011a 4. Push the starter switch to start the engine. 1 starter switch 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 th...
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– 20 – 705-037 1 763-127f 1 701-025c 1 2. Turn the fuel cock lever to “on”. 1 “on” 3. Turn the engine switch to “on”. 1 7 “on” 4. Turn the choke lever to “ 1”. 1 choke lever tip the choke is not required to start a warm engine. Turn the choke lever to the original position. 5. Pull slowly on the rec...
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– 21 – 763-126a 1 b 705-038 1 763-130a 1 ∫ economy control switch 2. Disconnect any electric devices. 3. Turn the engine switch to “stop”. 1 5 “stop” 4. Turn the fuel cock lever to “off”. 1 “off” 1. Turn the ac switch (n.F.B.) and economy control switch to “off”. 1 3 “off” å ac switch (n.F.B.) stopp...
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– 22 – connection alternating current (ac) be sure any electric devices are turned off before plugging it in. 9 be sure all electric devices including the lines and plug connections are in good condition before connection to the generator. 9 be sure the total load is within generator rated output. 9...
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– 23 – 240v 120v 120v gr 779-017 w x g y 7cc-020 1 c 1 1 1 4. Turn the ac switch (n.F.B.) and economy control switch to “on” and turn on any electric devices. 1 i “on” å ac120 v can be used. ∫ ac120 v and 240 v can be used. ç economy control switch reduce the load to the specified generator rated ou...
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– 24 – application range when using the generator, make sure the total load is within rated output of a generator. Otherwise, generator damage may occur. Ac power factor 1 0.8 – 0.95 0.4 – 0.75 (efficiency 0.85) ef5200de ef5200d – 4,500w – 3,600w – 1,530w tip 9 “–” means below. 9 application wattage...
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– 25 – periodic maintenance safety is an obligation of the owner. Periodic inspection, adjustment and lubrication will keep your generator in the safest and most efficient condition possible. The most impor- tant points of generator inspection, adjustment, and lubrication are explained on the fol- l...
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Fuel strainer • clean and replace if necessary. 1 battery • check the fluid level. 1 • add only distilled water if necessary. Crankcase breather • check breather hose for cracks or hose damage. 1 • replace if necessary. Cylinder head • decarbonize cylinder head. ★ • more frequently if necessary. Val...
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– 27 – a 760-001a spark plug inspection the spark plug is important engine components, which should be checked periodically. 1. Remove the spark plug cap and the spark plug. 2. Check for discoloration and remove the carbon. The porcelain insulator around the center elec- trode of spark plug should b...
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– 28 – engine oil replacement avoid draining the engine oil immediately after stopping the engine. The oil is hot and should be handled with care to avoid burns. 1. Place the generator on a level surface and warm up the engine for several minutes. Then stop the engine. 2. Remove the oil filler cap. ...
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– 29 – 6. Add engine oil to the upper level. Be sure no foreign material enters the crankcase. 1 upper level 7. Install the oil filler cap. Notice 700-006a 1 0 °c å yamalube 4 (10w-40) ∂ sae 10w ç sae #20 ∫ sae #30 32 °f 25 °c 80 °f recommended engine oil: å yamalube 4 (10w-40), sae 10w-30 or 10w-40...
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– 30 – air filter 1. Remove the screws, and then remove the air filter case cover. 2. Remove the foam element. 1 screws 2 air filter case cover 3 foam element 3. Wash the foam element in solvent and dry it. Never use solvent while smoking or in the vicinity of an open flame. 4. Oil the foam element ...
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– 31 – 741-001 711-028 1 1 2 7cc-014 711-029 1 7cc-015 3 2 1 muffler screen and spark arrester the engine and muffler will be very hot after the engine has been run. Avoid touching the engine and muffler while they are still hot with any part of your body or clothing during inspection or repair. 1. ...
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– 32 – 5. Remove the carbon deposits on the muffler screen and spark arrester using a wire brush. When cleaning, use the wire brush lightly to avoid damaging or scratching of the muffler screen and spark arrester. 6. Check the muffler screen and spark arrester. Replace them if damaged. Notice 711-02...
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– 33 – 3 2 1 fuel cock never use the gasoline while smoking or in the vicinity of an open flame. 1. Stop the engine. 2. Turn the fuel cock lever to “off”. 3. Remove the fuel cock cup, gasket and fuel strain- er. 4. Clean the cup and fuel strainer with gasoline and wipe it off. 5. Check the gasket. R...
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– 34 – 707-082 1 fuel tank filter never use the gasoline while smoking or in the vicinity of an open flame. 1. Remove the fuel tank cap and fuel filter. 1 fuel filter 2. Clean the fuel filter with gasoline. Replace it is damaged. 3. Wipe the fuel filter and insert it. 4. Install the fuel tank cap. B...
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– 35 – 830-002 1 2 762-002 battery (for ef5200de) replenishing the battery fluid 9 electrolyte is poisonous and dangerous since it contains sulfuric acid, which causes severe burns. Avoid any contact with skin, eyes or clothing and always shield your eyes when working near batteries. In case of cont...
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– 36 – recommended battery (for ef5200de) recommended battery: capacity: 12 v/26 ah 1 1 7cb-011 779-034b 2 fuse replacement (for ef5200de) be sure to use specified fuse. A wrong fuse will cause electrical system damage and a fire haz- ard. Be sure the engine switch is turned to “stop” to prevent acc...
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– 37 – 763-083a 2 1 3 4 763-059 g.F.C.I. Receptacle test 1. Start the engine. 2. Turn the ac switch (n.F.B.) to “on”. 3. Press the test button, then check the position of the reset button. 1 test button 2 reset button 4. If g.F.C.I. Operation is correct, push in the reset button. If the g.F.C.I. Ope...
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– 38 – storage long term storage of your generator will require some preventive procedures to guard against deterioration. Drain the fuel 1. Turn the engine switch to “stop”. 1 5 “stop” 2. Remove the fuel tank cap and the fuel filter. Extract the fuel from the fuel tank into an approved gasoline con...
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– 39 – 712-010 6. Drain the fuel remaining in the carburetor into an approved container by loosening the drain screw on the carburetor float chamber. 1 drain screw 7. Tighten the drain screw. 8. Turn the engine switch to “stop”. 9. Turn the fuel cock lever to “off”. 10. Tighten further if any screws...
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– 40 – 762-003 battery (for ef5200de) 1. Remove the battery. 2. Check the fluid level. Add only distilled water if necessary. (see page 35; “battery- replenishing the battery fluid”) 3. After checking the fluid level, charge the battery. 4. Store the battery in a cool, dark and dry place and charge ...
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– 41 – 707-001 705-037a 1 700-006 791-001d troubleshooting engine won’t start 1. Fuel systems no fuel supplied to combustion chamber. 2 no fuel in tank .... Supply fuel. 2. Engine oil system insufficient 2 oil level is low .... Add engine oil. 3. Electrical systems 2 engine switch to “on”. 1 7 “on” ...
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– 43 – for ef5200de a engine does not start b turn the engine switch to “on”, then push the starter switch. And check if the starter motor cranks. C cranks d does not crank f turn the engine switch to “on”, then push the starter switch, and check if the oil warning light flickers. G does not flicker...
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– 44 – faulty battery and/or starter motor. Consult a yamaha dealer. E i check engine oil level. J ok k level low consult a yamaha dealer. Add engine oil. O check the spark plug. 9 type: bpr4es 9 gap: 0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in) p incorrect q ok replace or adjust gap. Clean the spark plug. 7cb-f8199...
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– 45 – for ef5200d t consult a yamaha dealer. B c does not flicker d flickers. A engine does not start turn the engine switch to “on”, then pull the recoil starter and check if the oil warning light flickers. H pull the recoil starter and check the spark plug for spark strength. (see “warning”) 9 to...
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– 46 – unit ef5200de/ef5200d type air cooled 4-stroke gasoline ohv cylinder arrangement inclined, 1 cylinder displacement cm 3 357 bore × stroke mm (in) 85.0 × 63.0 (3.35 × 2.48) operation hours hr 7.4 fuel unleaded gasoline fuel tank capacity l (us gal, imp gal) 23.0 (6.08, 5.06) engine oil quantit...
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– 47 – identification number records record your primary i.D., and serial num- bers in the spaces provided, to assist you in ordering spare parts from a yamaha dealer. Also record and keep these i.D. Numbers in a separate place in case your machine is stolen. Machine identification the machine seria...
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– 48 – exhaust emission control system and components item acronym 9 carb. Assy., lh. & jt., ......................Carb (carburetor) carburetor2 9 t.C.I. Magneto assy. & .....................Ei (electronic ignition) plug, spark 9 crankcase1 & head, .......................Pcv (positive crankcase cyli...
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– 49 – wiring diagram ef5200de 1 rotor assembly 2 exciter field coil 3 sub coil 4 main coil 5 stator assembly 6 voltage meter 7 ac switch (n.F.B.) 8 g.F.C.I. Receptacle 9 ac receptacle 0 starter switch q rectifier w engine switch e remote control terminal r fuse t rectifier / regulator y voltage adj...
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– 50 – ef5200d 1 rotor assembly 2 exciter field coil 3 sub coil 4 main coil 5 stator assembly 6 voltage meter 7 ac switch (n.F.B.) 8 g.F.C.I. Receptacle 9 ac receptacle 0 engine switch q rectifier w voltage adjuster color code b black br brown g green l blue r red w white y yellow b/w black/white g/...
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– 51 – engine hanger installation battery tray installation (for ef5200de) 7cb-f8199-13_b 11/3/1 10:14 am page 51.
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– 52 – optional parts installation two wheel kit 7cb-f8199-13_b 11/3/1 10:14 am page 52.
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– 53 – yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Ef series generators 3-year limited warranty yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Hereby war- rants that new yamaha generators purchased from an authorized yamaha generator dealer in the united states will be free from defects in mate- rial and workmanship for the...
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– 54 – damages including loss of use. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequen- tial damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Yamaha m...
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– 55 – warranty questions and answers q. Is the warranty transferable to second own- ers? A. Yes. The remainder of the existing warranty can be transfered upon request. The unit has to be inspected and reregistered by an authorized yamaha generator dealer for the policy to remain effective. Customer...
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– 56 – yamaha outdoor power equipment california evaporative emission control warranty statement your warranty rights and obligations the california air resources board and yamaha motor corporation, usa are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system’s warranty on your 2006 or later o...
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– 57 – yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Small off road engines california emission control warranty your warranty rights and obligations the california air resources board and yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2008 and later small of...
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– 58 – instructions required by subsection (d) must be warranted for the warranty period defined in subsection (b)(2). If any such part fails during the period of warranty coverage, it must be repaired or replaced by the manufacturer according to subsection (4) below. Any such part repaired or repla...
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– 59 – 5. Air injection system air pump or pulse valve valves affecting distribution of flow distribution manifold 6. Catalyst or thermal reactor system catalytic converter thermal reactor exhaust manifold 7. Particulate controls traps, filters, precipitators, and any other device used to capture pa...
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– 60 – this warranty does not cover damage resulting from accidents, acts of nature, or other events or occur- rences beyond the control of yamaha. Yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Expressly disclaims responsi- bility for any and all consequential damages, such as loss of time, inconvenience, loss o...
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– 61 – yamaha extended service (y.E.S.) keep your yamaha generator protected even after your warranty expires with genuine yamaha extended service (y.E.S.). 9 y.E.S. Is designed and administered by yamaha motor corporation to provide maximum owner satis- faction. You get uninterrupted factory-backed...
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Read this manual carefully before operating this machine. This manual should stay with this machine if it is sold. 7cb-f8199-13_hyoshi 11/2/18 1:31 pm page 3.
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Generator lit-19626-01-76 7cb-f8199-13 printed on recycled paper printed in china 2011.02-0.1 ×1 ! (e) ef5200de ef5200d owner’s manual read this manual carefully before operating this machine. 7cb-f8199-13_hyoshi 11/2/18 1:31 pm page 1.
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To begin y our 3 y ear warranty co vera g e, please register online within 30 da ys of pur chase: www .Y amaha warrantyregistration.Com if y ou pref er , y ou can complete and mail this card. Be sure to attach proper postage . Owner’ s name address city state zip phone number ( ) - e-mail address ya...
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Pla ce st amp here yamaha mo tor corpora tion u .S.A. P.O . Bo x 6555 cypress, ca 90630 a ttn: w arranty dep ar tment.