Thank you very much for purchasing a ROBIN GENERATOR. This manual covers operation and maintenance of the ROBIN GENERATOR. This ROBIN GENERATOR can be used for general electrical equipments, appliances, lamps, tools as an AC power source. With regards to DC application, the terminals are used only for charging 12 volt battery.
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please make sure you review each precaution carefully. Pay special attention to statement preceded by the following words. WARNING “WARNING” indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or loss of life if instructions are not followed. CAUTION “CAUTION”...
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WARNING Do not operate in rain, in wet or damp conditions, or with wet hands. The operator may suffer severe electric shock if the generator is wet due to rain or snow. WARNING If wet, wipe and dry it well before starting. Do not pour water directly over the generator, nor wash it with water.
2. COMPONENTS (See Fig. ) 3. CONTROLS AND INDICATORS (See Fig. NOTE ENGINE SWITCH (See Fig. -①) Please refer to the illustrations on the back page of the front cover or back cover for Fig. The engine switch is designed for easy operation indicated in the sentence.
4. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS (See Fig. AUTO POWER SAVE SWITCH AND 1. CHECK ENGINE OIL LAMP (See Fig. -①, ② ) (See Fig. -④) Before checking or refi lling oil, be sure generator With the switch in the “ ” marking position, the is located on stable and level surface with engine engine speed is reduced automatically when no stopped.
■ Use unleaded automotive gasoline only. 4. CHECK GENERATOR SURROUNDINGS. • Unleaded regular/premium or reformulated gasoline containing no more than 10% ■ When listening the radio near by the generator, Ethanol (E10), or 15% MTBE may also be the radio sound may be disturbed on account used.
In this case, stop the engine immediately NOTE and check the appliance and/or generator for Please consult with the authorized ROBIN dealer overloading. if the pilot lamp is turned off during the proper After the check and remedy, restarting the engine operation.
(2) DC APPLICATION (See Fig. -⑤) 3. STOPPING THE GENERATOR The DC terminal is used only for charging 12 volt (a) Turn off the power switch of the electric batteries. It provides up to 12V-8.3A (100W) of equipment and unplug the cord from receptacle maximum power.
6. WATTAGE INFORMATION Some appliances need a "surge" of energy when starting. This means that the amount of electrical power needed to start the appliance may exceed the amount needed to maintain its use. Electrical appliances and tools normally come with a label indicating voltage, cycles / Hz, amperage (amps) and electrical power needed to run the appliance or tool.
7. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ■ Check oil level. DAILY ■ Check all components according to "PRE-OPERATION CHECKS." ■ Wash cleaner element. -more often if used in dirty or dusty environments. EVERY 50 HOURS ■ Check spark plug, clean if necessary. ■ Change engine oil. *-more often if used in dusty or dirty environments. EVERY 100 HOURS ■...
8. "HOW-TO" MAINTENANCE (See Fig. 3. CLEANING AND ADJUSTING SPARK PLUG (See Fig. -③, ④ ) CAUTION Make sure the engine is stopped before ❶ SPARK PLUG starting any maintenance, servicing or ❷ PLUG WRENCH repair. (a) If the plug is contaminated with carbon, remove it using a plug cleaner or wire brush.
10. TRANSPORTING Clean the spark arrester screen When transporting the generator, make sure that the fuel (gasoline) should be drained from the tank. Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen. WARNING Be careful to avoid damaging the screen. ■...
When generator engine fails to start after several attempts, or if no electricity is available at the output socket, check the following chart. If your generator still fails to start or generate electricity, contact your nearest Robin dealer or service shop for further information or corrective procedures. When Engine Fails to Start: Check if engine switch is in its proper position.
13. SPECIFICATIONS MODEL R1700i Type Multipole revolving field INVERTER type AC Output Rated Frequency Rated voltage V Rated current 12.3 11.2 12.3 11.2 Maximum output kVA 1.65 Rated output 1.35 Rated power factor Safety device ; type Electoronic DC Output...
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