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Thank you for choosing a gasoline generator set by our Co.
Based on the latest technology at home and abroad, our Co. has successfully developed the gasoline
generator set. The unit is characterized by advanced design, compact structure, reliable performance,
convenient service, low fuel consumption and noise as well as fashion shape. With general gasoline engine as
power, it is widely used in many fields such as living, open working, shop, bank, fishing and so on.
The manual gives information with respect to operation and maintenance of the gasoline generator, and be
sure to read it carefully first before operating. If any trouble occurs, call your dealer who will provide you with
the best after service.
All the materials and diagrams of this manual are in accordance with the newest products at the publishing
time. Due to revision and other change, the information descried in this manual may be a little different from
the actual stares. The copyright of this manual belongs to our Co., any group or individual is forbidden to
reprint or copy any it. The manual is subject to change without notice.
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  • Page 1 PREFACE Thank you for choosing a gasoline generator set by our Co. Based on the latest technology at home and abroad, our Co. has successfully developed the gasoline generator set. The unit is characterized by advanced design, compact structure, reliable performance, convenient service, low fuel consumption and noise as well as fashion shape.
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT NOTICES Please pay special attention to statements preceded by the following words: WARNING: A warning is used to alert the user to fact that hazardous operating and maintenance procedures may result in injury to or death of personnel if not strictly observed. CAUTION: A caution is used to alert the user to fact that hazardous operation and maintenance procedures may result in injury to or death of personnel if not strictly observed.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. Generator Safety……………………………………………………………………………………………4 2. Introduction to Parts and Components ……………………………………………………………………6 3. Pre-Operating Inspection …………………………………………………………………………………7 4. Starting the Engine…………………………………………………………………………………………11 5. Service ……………………………………………………………………………………………………13 6. Stopping the Engine ………………………………………………………………………………………18 7. Maintenance ………………………………………………………………………………………………19 8. Storage ……………………………………………………………………………………………………23 9. Troubleshooting……………………………………………………………………………………………25 10.Assembly of parts…………………………………………………………………………………………27 11. Specifications ……………………………………………………………………………………………29 12.

  • Page 4: Generator Safety

    1. GENERATOR SAFETY 1.1 Never operate it in an enclosed room. Fig.3 Fig.1 1.2 Never connect to home circuit. Fig.2 Fig.4 1.3 Do not operate it under wet circumstances. 1.4 Place inflammables away from the unit at least one meter.
  • Page 5 1.5 No smoking when filling fuel. Fig.5 Fig.6 1.6 Always fill fuel after stopping it. Fig.7 1.7 Do not spill out when filling fuel.

  • Page 6: Introduction To Parts And Components

    2.INTROUCITON TO PARTS AND COMPONENTS Main components of the unit are located as follows. 1.Fuel sensor 2. Fuel filler cap 3. AC plug socket 4. AC breaker 5. Voltmeter 6. Dipstick 7. Ignition switch 8. Drain plug 9. Starting handle 10.

  • Page 7: Pre-Operating Inspection

    3. PRE-OPERATING INSPECTION 3.1 ENGINE-OIL LEVEL NOTE: always check the generator in the case of stopping the generator on a level ground. 3. In the case that the oil 1. Turn out the oil ever is below the lower filler cap and clean level mark of the dipstick, the dipstick with fill oil to the upper level...
  • Page 8 3.2 FUEL LEVEL 1. Open the fuel filler cap. 3. Fill fuel to the shoulder of the filter. Fig.13 Fig.15 2. Check the fuel level, and fill fuel if necessary. . Reinstall the fuel filler cap well. Fig.16 Fig.14 3.3 AIR CLEANER...
  • Page 9 1. Remove the clip and dismantle the air housing 2. Check and make sure the air cleaner core is intact 4. Put the filter element in to the original position, and clean. If it is broke, replace it with a new one. install the cover and secure it well.
  • Page 10 Check and make sure that the electrolyte level of each battery cell is between is upper and lower level marks. Fig.20 . upper level mark 2. lower lever mark...

  • Page 11: Starting The Engine

    4. STARTING THE GENERATOR 4.1 Remove all loads from AC socket. 4.4 Set the choke lever to OFF position. 4.2 Switch off the AC breaker. Don’t close the choke when starting the engine in hot condition. Fig.23 Fig.21 4.3 Turn on the fuel cock. Fig.22...
  • Page 12 4.5 Turn on the ignition switch . 4.7 Once the engine is warmed up, set the choke lever to ON position. Fig.24 Fig.26 4.6 Pull the start handle gentling until feeling an anti-action, and then pull it up strongly. WARNING After starting up, release the starting lever slightly so avoid injuring personnel or damaging equipment due to its bouncing back.

  • Page 13: Service

    5. SERVICE Always do as the following so as to keep the generator in a sound condition. WARNING 5.1 Always connect the generator to the earth to prevent misusing. Fig.27...
  • Page 14 2. The following table gives reference information for connection the electric appliances to generator. Wattage Example Description Typified Start Rating Electric device Start Rating Incandescent lamp Incandescent lamp ● Incandescent lamp 100VA 100VA ● Heating device ×1 ×1 100W Fluorescent lamp Fluorescent lamp ●...
  • Page 15 3. If the generator is to supply two or above loads with power supply, be sure to connect them one by one with higher start current first. Fig.28...
  • Page 16 5.4 Connecting methods are illustrated as follows. a) Correct c) Correct b) Forbidden Fig.29 WARNING When connect the generator to home power supply, be sure that a skilled electrician does this job. Improper connecting between the generator and loads may cause damage to the generator, even a fire.
  • Page 17 5.5 USE INSTRUCTION WHEN PROVIDING 5.3 Switch on the AC breaker. ALTERTIVE CURRENT SUPPLY 5.1 Start the generator Fig.30 Fig.32 5.2 Connect devices. Fig.31...

  • Page 18: Stopping The Engine

    6. STOPING THE ENGINE 6.3 Set the fuel cock to off. 6.1 Switch off the AC breaker. Fig.33 Fig.35 6.2 Turn the ignition switch to OFF. NOTE: To stop the generator in an emergency, turn the ignition switch to OFF. Fig.34...

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    7. MAINTERNANCE User should service the unit according to the Maintenance Schedule as follows: PERIOD ITEM Or first Or every Or every Or every one month 3 months 6 months Year Ref. page Engine oil check Check Replace engine oil Replace Replace P.20...
  • Page 20 7.1 REPLACEM ENT OF ENGINE OIL 1 Turn and then take out the dipstick. Fig.36 Fig.37 2. Unscrew the drain plug, and empty the engine oil from the crankcase. 3. Screw on the drain plug. 4. Fill engine oil to the upper level mark of the dipstick. Engine oil recommended: 4-stroke gasoline engine oil –...
  • Page 21 7.2 SPARK PLUG 1. Withdraw the spark plug cap front the spark plug. 4. Check the spark plug gap and adjust if necessary. The gap should be 0.7~0.8mm. Fig.38 Fig.41 2. Dismantle the spark plug by means of a special tool.
  • Page 22 7.3 MAINITENANCE OF FUEL FILTER CUP 1. Set the fuel cock to OFF, and disdmantle the fuel 3. Fit the fuel filter cup and gauze to the original filter cup and gauze. position. 2. Fit the fuel filter cup gauze to the original position. Fig.43 Fig.44...

  • Page 23: Storage

    8. STORAGE During long – term storage of the unit which the which are not kept in use, carry out procedures as follows. 8.1 Empty the fuel the fuel tank. 8.2 Having wash the fuel filter cup and gauze, install 8.4 Turn off the oil filer cap and oil drain plug, and them to the original position.
  • Page 24 8.5 Reinstall the oil drain plug, fill engine oil to the 8.6 Pull up the handle gently until feeling an upper level mark of the dipstick, followed by fitter cap anti-action. to the original position. Fig.48 Fig.49 8.7 Place the unit in the clean area. Fig.50...

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    9. TROUBLESHOOTHING 3. Check the fuel inside tank. 9.1 TROUBLE: the generator fails to start. Fig.54 Fig.51 4. Remove the spark plug, and check it for proper 1. Check to see if the ignition switch is at ON. sparks. Fig.52 Fig.55 5.
  • Page 26 9.2 TROUBLE: the unit fails to generate electricity. 2. Check to see if the AC breaker is at ON. 1. Check the light bulb. Fig.57 Fig.58 3. If such check is still unsatisfactory, see your dealer for help. Fig.59...

  • Page 27: Assembly Of Parts

    10. ASSEMBLY OF PARTS 10.1 WHEEL Assemble the wheel, to this end: 1. Fit the wheel onto the axle, then secure them with washer and split pin. 2. Mount the assembled axle on the frame with bolt and nut. 1. Inner side 2.
  • Page 28 10.2 BATTERY To install the battery, proceed as follows; 10.2.1 Assemble the battery with nuts, bolts and washers. 10.2.2 Connect the starting cable to the starting motor terminal alone the bottom of the fuel tank. 10.2.3 Connect the earth line with line with the rear end of the generator.

  • Page 29: Specifications

    11. SPECIFICATONS Model 2.8GF-3/4 4GF-3/4 5GF-3/4 Engine model 173F 182F 188F 4-storke OHC single-cylinder gasoline engine with Type forced air-cooled Displacement (cm Maximum power output (kW/rpm) 4.6/3600 6.4/3600 7.2/3600 Ignition system Non-contact transistor Engine Start system Hand-operated & electric Fuel tank capacity (L) Fuel consumption (L/hr) 2.45...

  • Page 30: Wiring Diagram

    12. WIRING DIAGRAM Manual...
  • Page 31 Electric...

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