In emergency, switch engine switch to ‘off’. Always operate on level ground! If in doubt about anything, contact us on (+44) 01332 576850. Always consult this manual for effective product knowledge. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 2 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
EXHAUST GAS PRECAUTIONS Exhaust fumes can be fatal! • Always ensure that there is adequate ventilation when using the generator. • Always position the generator so that the exhaust is point- ing away from people or animals. • Never use the generator indoors or in an enclosed area. (i.e workshop, garage, lockup etc) EARTHING THE GENERATOR •...
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INVERTER GENERATOR COMPONENTS LOCATION DIAGRAM Status Choke display selector panel toggle protector Engine selector switch Earthing 12v battery point Output charging Economy socket point mode switch WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 4 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
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4. Screw the oil plug back in. 3. Insert the included funnel, Replace the side panel too. and fill the oil plug with 10w30 oil, till the funnel container is empty. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 6 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
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FILLING THE INVERTER GENERATOR WITH PETROL FUEL Always use clean, unmixed, unleaded petrol fuel only in this inverter generator. 1. Unscrew the fuel filler cap to open. 2. Fill with unleaded petrol 3. Screw fuel filler cap fuel until at least 3/4 full. closed.
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‘on’. 3. Ensure the choke is pulled 4. Switch the engine switch out, this is the ‘start’ to the ‘on’ position. position. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 8 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
STARTING THE INVERTER GENERATOR 5. Pull the starter cord 6. Once inverter generator lightly, until it tenses- then engine starts, push in choke. pull briskly. This is the ‘running’ position for the choke. OPERATING THE GENERATOR 1. Start the engine and allow to run for a few minutes in order for it to warm up.
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3. Switch the engine switch 4. Turn the fuel tap so it is to the ‘off’position. pointing ‘left’ for the ‘off’ position. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 10 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
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If the pull start mechanism feels too ‘slack’ (i.e easy to pull), there may be not enough compression in the genera- tor engine for it to work properly. Please contact SGS Engineering. Engine making “revving” • If your generator is ‘hunting’ (surging), sounds.
• Replace the filter into its origi- nal position and replace and secure the cover. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 14 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
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• Lift out the fuel filter. • Clean the filter with solvent. If the filter is damaged, contact SGS Engineering. • Replace the filter and fuel cap. WARNING: DO NOT SMOKE AND/ OR HAVE ANY NAKED FLAMES DURING THIS PROCESS...
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SGS Engineering (UK) Ltd West Side Park Raynesway Derby, DE21 7AZ EC Declaration of Conformity This is an important document and should be retained MANUFACTURER’S NAME: SGS Engineering (UK) Ltd Inverter Generator TYPE OF EQUIPMENT: SPI1000 PART NUMBER: APPLICATION OF EC COUNCIL DIRECTIVES / STANDARD:...
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