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- Page 1 800W GENERATOR GEN800 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Black Magenta Cyan Code: GEN800 Yellow Date: 080711 Edition: 06 Op: PS...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Warranty Introduction Environmental protection Scope of product Description of symbols Specifications General safety instructions for power tools Risk of electrocution and fire Risk of fire Risk of injury and property damage when transporting generator Risk of breathing – inhalation hazard Risk of unsafe operation Risk of hot surfaces Risk of moving parts... -
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria. You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, and, with proper care, it will give you many years of dependable service. -
Page 4: General Safety Instructions For Power Tools
General safety instructions for power tools To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who use and service the machine have to be acquainted with this Manual and must be informed about its potential hazards. -
Page 5: Risk Of Electrocution And Fire
Save these important safety instructions Hazard Improper storage of extension cord. Operation of generator in rain, wet, icy, or flooded conditions. Placing generator on or against highly conductive surface, such as a steel walkway or metal roof. Use of worn, damaged or ungrounded extension cords. -
Page 6: Risk Of Fire
Hazard Attempting to fill the fuel tank while the engine is running. Sparks, fire, hot objects Improper storage of fuel Tampering with factory set engine speed settings. Inadequate ventilation for generator Overfilling the fuel tank – fuel spillage. Risk of fire What could happen Fuel and fuel vapours can become ignited by coming in contact with hot... -
Page 7: Risk Of Injury And Property Damage When Transporting Generator
Risk of injury and property damage when transporting generator Hazard Fire, Inhalation, Damage to Vehicle Surfaces Risk of breathing - inhalation hazard Hazard Gasoline engines produce toxic carbon monoxide exhaust fumes. Hazard Operation of generator in careless manner. What could happen Fuel or oil can leak or spill and could result in fire or breathing hazard, serious injury or death can result. -
Page 8: Risk Of Hot Surfaces
Risk of unsafe operation continued Operating generator while suspended Hazard Contact with hot engine and generator components. Hazard Contact with moving parts can result in serious injury. Hazard Lifting a very heavy object. Generator will not operate properly and will cause damage to the generator and could cause serious injury or death to you or others. -
Page 9: Additional Safety Rules For Generators
Additional safety rules for generators 1. Do not operate in a hazardous location. include where there is a risk of explosion of petrol fumes, leaking gas or explosive dust. 2. Do not operate in a confined area. Exhaust gases, smoke or fumes could reach dangerous concentrations. 3. -
Page 10: Know Your Product
Know your product 1. Handle 2. Fuel cap 3. Fuel tank 4. Fuel tap 5. Recoil starter 6. On/off switch 7. Choke 8. Air filter cover 9. Tap extension fuel filter 10. AC Output 240V 11. AC circuit breaker 12. Power ON light 13. -
Page 11: Fitting The Handle
Fitting the handle Firstly, place the 2 handle gaskets (supplied with the generator) over the holes on the petrol tank. Then proceed by placing the handle on top of the gaskets ensuring the 2 holes in the handles line up with the holes on the tank. Screw the handle onto the petrol tank using the 2 screws provided with the unit. -
Page 12: Stopping The Engine
6. Once the engine has been operating for 10-15 seconds, slowly return the choke lever back to the right hand side position. This position will switch the choke ‘off’. Note: If the generator stops, move the choke back to the full left hand side and repeat the starting operation.. -
Page 13: Ac Overload Cut Out
and disconnected. It is best to always use a voltage or surge It is NOT recommended to protector with this generator. connect any electronic equipment to the generator such as computers, televisions, or stereo equipment. They are very sensitive to the input supply fluctuations and could be damaged if run off this generator. -
Page 14: Tap Extension Fuel Filter
Air filter 1. Remove the cover (8) on the front of the generator by removing the two screws. 2. Remove the air filter. 3. Wash the air filter in solvent. 4. Lubricate the filter using engine oil (SEA #20). 5. Thoroughly squeeze the filter removing excess oil. 6. -
Page 15: Fuel Tap Bowl Filter
6. Ensuring the small seal is fitted to the tap thread, screw the tap back into the tank by a FULL 3–4 turns. Orientate the tap so the outlet of the tap is towards the rear of the tank, and the tap control is to the right hand side of the tank. -
Page 16: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Trouble Possible cause 1. Low on fuel/oil content Engine will not start or will not keep running 2. Ignition switch in “Off” position 3. Faulty spark plug 4. Choke in wrong position 5. Fuel tap in closed position 6. Unit loaded during start-up 7. - Page 20 GMC customer assist If your product needs repairing or you simply need help or advice, please contact us on our Customer Assist Line 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand). For prompt service we suggest you log your service request online at www.gmcservice.com.au.