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Subaru RGV12100 Instructions For Use Manual

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SUBARU Generator

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  • Page 1 3ZZ9020236 SUBARU Generator...

  • Page 2: Air Index

    Protection Agency) and CARB (California Air Resources Board) emission regulations in the U.S.A. Notice : To the engines/generators exported to and used in the countries other than the U.S.A., warranty service shall be performed by the distributor in each country in accordance with the standard SUBARU engine/generator warranty policy as applicable.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    This manual covers operation and maintenance of the SUBARU GENERATOR. This SUBARU 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.
  • Page 4 USA and CANADA only The engine emits toxic gas Hot surface can burn you. Read INSTRUCTIONS can kill you in minutes. Stay away if engine has FOR USE before use. Do not run in an enclosed area. been running. Gasoline is extremely flammable and its vapors can explode. •...

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please make sure you review each precaution carefully. Pay special attention to statement preceded by the following words. DANGER “DANGER” indicates a possibility of death or serious injury if instructions are not followed. WARNING “WARNING” indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or loss of life if instructions are not followed.
  • Page 6 WARNING If wet, wipe and dry it well before starting. Do not pour water directly over the generator, nor wash it with water. WARNING Be extremely careful that all necessary electrical grounding procedures are followed during each and every use. Failure to do so can be fatal.

  • Page 7: Engine Oil

    Check that following accessories come with your SUBARU Generator. (1) Instruction for use (2) Wheel mounting parts (See page 37.) (3) Servicing tools (4) Battery mounting bracket (See page 8 and 9.) Be sure to replenish with engine oil. (See page 6 for details.) Notes on installation 1.

  • Page 8: Specifications

    2. SPECIFICATIONS MODEL RGV12100 RGV13100T Brush, Self-exciting, Brush, Self-exciting, Type 2-pole, Single-phase 2-pole, 3-phase Rated frequency 60 Hz Rated voltage 120V / 240V 120V / 208V Maximum output 12000 VA 13000 VA Rated output 9500 VA 10000 VA Rated power factor Voltage regulator A.V.R type...

  • Page 9: Components

    INLET PORT FUEL COCK BATTERY OIL FILLER CAP OIL FILTER SPARK PLUG CAP CHOKE KNOB (RGV13100T only) MUFFLER CONNECTOR FOR REMOTE CONTROL SPARK PLUG (RGV12100 only) END COVER (RGV13100T only) OIL GAUGE ELECTRIC STARTER OIL DRAIN PLUG - 5 -...

  • Page 10: Pre-Operation Checks

    OIL GAUGE Oil capacity (Upper level) : L(U.S. gal) RGV12100 ....1.55 (0.41) UPPER LEVEL RGV13100T ... . . 1.55 (0.41)

  • Page 11: Check Engine Fuel

    “LEVEL” position : L (U.S. gal) Close the fuel valve before filling the ■ RGV12100 ... . 38.0 (10.04) fuel tank. RGV13100T ... 38.0 (10.04) Be sure to use the fuel filter screen on ■...

  • Page 12: Battery Installation

    Continuous operation time in normal use (rated load) RGV12100 Approx. 7.1 hours RGV13100T Approx. 7.7 hours WARNING Make sure you review each warning in order to prevent fire hazard. Do not refill tank while engine is running or hot. ■...
  • Page 13 [ CAUTION ] Should the connection be made in incorrect manner, the engine will be broken. RED CABEL ① ③ ④ ② LESS THAN ① Butterfly nut ┓ 8.1 in. ② Long bolt ┣ Accessory (205 mm) ③ Supporting arm ┛ parts ④...
  • Page 14 CHECK COMPONENT PARTS Check following items before starting engine: Fuel leakage from fuel hose, etc. ■ Bolts and nuts for looseness. ■ Components for damage or breakage. ■ Generator not resting on or against any adjacent wiring. ■ CHECK GENERATOR SURROUNDINGS WARNING Make sure you review each warning in order to prevent fire hazard.

  • Page 15: Operating Procedures

    5. OPERATING PROCEDURES STARTING THE GENERATOR [ CAUTION ] Check the oil level before each operations. (See page 6) ■ Perform the specified Daily Inspection to see if it is in normal condition. ■ (1) Make sure that the AC circuit breaker is off.
  • Page 16 (4) Turn the starter switch to the "START" position. STOP START S T O P If the engine won't start, turn the switch back to "ON" position and then wait for approximately 10 seconds to try it again. NOTE : You might have to keep the starter ■...

  • Page 17: Using Electric Power

    Do not move the generator while it is running. Be sure to ground the generator if the connected appliance is ■ grounded. Failure to ground unit may lead to electrical shock. CONTROL PANEL (RGV12100) OIL PURESSURE VOLTMETER WARNING LAMP NO-FUSE BREAKER...
  • Page 18 (RGV13100T) OIL PURESSURE VOLTMETER WARNING LAMP NO-FUSE BREAKER PILOT LAMP HOUR METER KEY SWITCH AC RECEPTACLE AC ( THREE PHASE EARTH (GROUND) and SINGLE PHASE ) TERMINAL RECEPTACLE - 14 -...
  • Page 19 (1) AC APPLICATION (a) Ground the generator, using the ground terminal located at the side of the panel. (b) Before starting the engine, check that the AC circuit breaker of the generator and the power switches of the Grounding spike appliances are turned off.
  • Page 20 When the AC circuit breaker turns off during operation, the generator is over loaded or the appliance is defective. Stop the generator immediately, check the appliance and / or generator for overloading or detect and have repaired as necessary by SUBARU Industrial Power Products dealer or service shop. - 16 -...
  • Page 21 [ CAUTION ] The duplex 120V receptacle is protected by a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter). GFCI shuts off the output current from the duplex 120V receptacle when a ground fault occurs in the generator or the appliance. Please note that other receptacles are not protected by GFCI. GFCI RECEPTACLE After starting the engine, check the GFCI for proper functioning by the following test procedure.
  • Page 22 AC (THREE PHASE) RECEPTACLE (RGV13100T only) RGV13100T has a receptacle for three plase (208V) and single phase (120V) as follows : SINGLE PHASE AC120V THREE PHASE AC208V Three phase application (208V) ■ Insert the plug into the receptacle X, Y and Z.
  • Page 23 (f) Turn on the switch of the appliance. L A M P P I L O T (2) CONNECTING TO DOMESTIC CIRCUIT (HOUSE WIRING for RGV12100) WARNING This generator is neutral grounded type (RGV12100). (ungrounded type RGV13100T)
  • Page 24 (a) When connecting a SUBARU generator to a house wiring, generator output power must be taken from the 240V-4P receptacle. (b) Install a transfer switch. A transfer switch must be installed to transfer the load from the commercial power source to the generator. This switch is necessary to prevent accidents caused by the recovery from power outage.
  • Page 25 Utility high line House circuit breaker Meter box X W Y 120V appliance 240V appliance 120V appliance Transfer switch X W Y Generator Generator ( W ) ( W ) ( X ) ( Y ) ( Y ) ( X ) ( G ) ( G ) 240V...
  • Page 26 (3) IDLE CONTROL SWITCH (RGV12100 only) IDLE CONTROL SWITCH automatically reduces engine speed when load is OFF, and automatically increases engine speed to rated r.p.m. when load is ON. IDLE CONTROL SWITCH provides fuel economy and low noise operation at no-load running.
  • Page 27 STOPPING THE GENERATOR (1) Turn off the power switch of the electric equipment. (2) Turn the AC circuit breaker to off. (3) Unplug the cord from receptacle of the generator. (4) Allow the engine to run at no-load for about 3 minutes to cool down before STOP stopping.

  • Page 28: Wattage Information

    6.WATTAGE INFORMATION (Except RGV13100T) 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.
  • Page 29 (amps) figure of same. The voltage and amperage (amps) information can be found on a name plate which is normally attached to electrical appliances and tools. Applicable Wattage(W) Applications RGV12100 60 Hz Incandescent lamp, Heater 9,500 Fluorescent lamp, Electric tool...

  • Page 30: Spark Arrester

    7. SPARK ARRESTER In a dry or wooded area, it is recommendable to use the product with a spark arrester. Some areas require the use of a spark arrester. Please check your local laws and regulations before operating your product. The spark arrester must be cleaned regularly to keep it functioning as designed.

  • Page 31: Maintenance Schedule

    8. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT, OR REPAIR OF THE EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES AND SYSTEMS MAY BE PERFORMED BY ANY NONROAD ENGINE REPAIR ESTABLISHMENT OR INDIVIDUAL. DAILY INSPECTION Before running the generator, check the following service items: Safe surroundings Leakage of gasoline and engine oil Clean air cleaner element Enough gasoline Excessive vibration,noise...
  • Page 32 Periodic Maintenance Schedule table Every Every Every Every Every Maintenance Items 8 hours 50 hours 200 hours 500 hours 1000 hours (Daily) (Weekly) (Monthly) Clean generator and check bolt and nuts ● (Daily) Check for leakage from hoses and fi tting ●...

  • Page 33: How-To" Maintenance

    Oil capacity (Upper level) : L(U.S. gal) RGV12100 ....1.55 (0.41) RGV13100T ... . . 1.55 (0.41)

  • Page 34: Cleaning And Adjusting Spark Plug

    SERVICING AIR CLEANER Knob Air cleaner cover A dirty air cleaner element will cause starting difficulty, power loss, engine malfunctions, and shorten engine life extremely. Always keep the air cleaner element clean. Replaced the air cleaner element set more often in dusty environments. The air cleaner paper inner element and Grommet urethane foam outer element can be...

  • Page 35: Cleaning Fuel Strainer

    (d) Clean the electrodes if they are dirty. Spark plug : NGK BPR5ES Adjust the clearance to 0.03 in. (0.7- (CHAMPION RN11YC) 0.8 mm). Replace it with a new one if the abrasion has developed to the degree where a flat surface cannot be obtained on its projection.
  • Page 36 If the brush is 0.2 in.(5 mm) long or less, BRUSH replace it with a new one. HOLDER FLANGE BOLT (a) (RGV12100) Remove the brush cover. (RGV13100T) Remove the end cover and brush cover. SCREW (b) Disconnect the wire connector and...
  • Page 37 HIGH ALTITUDE ENGINE OPERATION Please have an authorized SUBARU Industrial Power Products service dealer modify ■ this engine if it is to be run continuously above 5,000 feet (1,500 meters). Failure to do so, may result in poor engine performance, spark plug fouling, hard starting, and increased emissions.

  • Page 38: Preparation For Storage

    10. PREPARATION FOR STORAGE The following procedures should be followed prior to storage of your generator for periods of 6 months or longer. Drain fuel from fuel tank and strainer ■ Screw for Drain (cup) carefully by disconnecting the fuel line. Gasoline left in the fuel tank will eventually deteriorate making engine-starting difficult.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    If your generator still fails to start or generate electricity, contact your nearest SUBARU Industrial Power Products dealer or authorized service center for further information or corrective procedures.

  • Page 40: Wiring Diagram

    12. WIRING DIAGRAM (RGV12100) CONTROL BOX Auto choke LGrn ( Bimetal ) Fuel cut Oil pressure warning lamp ( Red ) Blk/W Blk/W Ignition coil (AC output) Idle solenoid Electronic control unit LBlu 9 8 7 Idle control unit Exciting...
  • Page 41 (RGV13100T) CONTROL BOX LGrn Fuel cut Oil pressure Ignition coil warning lamp Blk/W Blk/W ( Red ) Electronic control unit 9 8 7 Charge Battery 12V coil Grn/Y Electric Grn/Y starter Magnetic switch Grn/Y LBlu -M +M B L . IG ST switch START Regulator...

  • Page 42: Optional Parts

    13.OPTIONAL PARTS "HOW-TO" INSTALL THE WHEEL (1)Checking of supplied accessories (2)Tool preparation Hoist or square bar (100mm by 100mm, length : 700mm) ■ Plier ■ Spanner or socket wrench (12mm), 2 units ■ (3)Installation procedures (a) Raise the generator by about 100 mm, with hoist or with square bar put under the bottom panel.
  • Page 43 ISSUE EMD-GU7306 PRINTED IN JAPAN January 2012...

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