Do you have a question about the TP18001 and is the answer not in the manual?
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Kouame koffi Emmanuel
March 15, 2025
I have a problem with my tp18001 gasoline generator, it smokes and stops after 10 minutes in starting, I recognise to have not understood the necessary oil level, I put too much, but how I settle this problem
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FOREWORD DANGER Indicates a possibility of death or serious injury if instructions are not followed. WARNING Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury, loss of life and equipment damage if instructions are not followed. CAUTION Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage if instructions are not followed.
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please make sure you review each precaution carefully. WARNING Do not operate the generator near gasoline or gaseous fuel because of the potential danger of explosion or fire. Do not fill the fuel tank with fuel while the engine is running. Do not smoke or use open flame near the fuel tank.
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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. SPECIFICATIONS TP18001 TP18001-5 MODEL UTP18001 Brushless, single phase Type Voltage regulating system Capacitor AC Output Rated voltage-Frequency V-Hz 220-240~50 220-240~60 110-120~60 Max. / Rated current 3.3 / 2.8 6.7 / 5.4 Max. / Rated output 800 / 650 800 / 650...
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3. COMPONENTS TP18001, UTP18001 Handle Fuel cap Fuel tank Recoil starter handle Engine on-off switch Choke lever Air filter housing AC socket Reset button 10. Exhaust 11. Motor cover 12. DC socket 13. DC charging leads 14. Spark plug wrench...
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4.FUELING The generator is powered by a two-stroke engine, which uses a petrol and oil mix fuel. The correct fuel mixture is a ratio of 50:1 petrol and two stroke oil. WARNING Use only genuine two-stroke oil. Fuel mixing The fuel tank has a maximum capacity of 4.0L (1.06gal). To mix the fuel correctly use the filler cap gauge to measure the correct amount of oil to petrol.
CHECKING 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. Keep area clear of in flammables or other hazardous materials.
5. OPERATING PROCEDURES STARTING THE GENERATOR CAUTION Check the fuel level before each operations as outlined by the article "CHECK MIXED FUEL" (a) Turn the Engine switch to the position "ON". (b) Open the fuel valve to position "ON". (c) Pull the starter handle slowly until passing the compression point (resistance will be felt), then return the handle to its original position...
Check the amperage of the receptacles used referring to TABLE 1, and be sure not to take a current exceeding the specified amperage. Be sure that the total wattage of all appliances dose not exceed the rated output of the generator.
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Stop the generator immediately, check the appliance and / or generator for overloading or detect and have repaired as necessary by TOTAL dealer or service shop. (c) Turn on the switch of the appliance.
STOPPING THE GENERATOR (a) Turn off the power switch of the electric equipment and unplug the cord from receptacle of the generator. (b) Allow the engine about 3 minutes to cool down at no-load before stopping. (c) Turn the engine switch to the position. (d)Close the fuel valve.
Depending on their wattage output, generators will run anything from a small lamp to a number of large appliances. To determine the size generator you will need, total the wattage of the maximum number of items you will be running simultaneously.
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Don't just add up the total wattage for everything you want to power. See our section on power management to learn how to use a smaller generator to power more. See the chart below to estimate your power needs. Home Applications...
7. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE DAILY INSPECTION Before running the generator, check the following service items: Enough mixed oil PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Periodic maintenance is vital to safe and efficient operation of your generator Check the table below for periodic maintenance intervals. IT IS ALSO NECESSARY FOR THE USER OF THIS GENERATOR TO CONDUCT THE MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS ON THE EMISSION- RELATED PARTS LISTED BELOW TO KEEP THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM EFFECTIVE.
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Periodic Maintenance Schedule table Every Every Every Every Every Maintenance Items 8 hours 50 hours 200 hours 1000 (Daily) (Weekly) (Monthly) hours hours (Daily) Clean generator and check bolt and nuts (Refill daily up to upper level) Check and refill engine oil (Initial (Every Change engine oil (*Note1)
8. "HOW-TO" MAINTENANCE CLEANING AND ADJUSTING SPARK PLUG (a) If the plug is contaminated with carbon, remove it using a plug cleaner or wire brush. (b) Adjust the electrode gap to 0.6 to 0.7 mm (0.024 to 0.028 in.). Gap 0.6 to 0.7 mm ( 0.024 to 0.028 in.
9. TROUBLESHOOTING 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 dealer or service shop for further information or corrective procedures.
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TP18001,TP18001-5,UTP18001 Spare part list - Engine Part No. Part Description Part No. Part Description Crankcase(A) 1.1.1 1.1.37 Washer Bearing 1.1.2 1.1.38 Nut M6 1.1.3 Crankshaft 1.1.39 Air shroud 1.1.4 Dowel pin 1.1.40 Screw M6×10 1.1.5 Crankcase 1.1.41 Clamp Oil seal 1.1.6...
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Do you have a question about the TP18001 and is the answer not in the manual?
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I have a problem with my tp18001 gasoline generator, it smokes and stops after 10 minutes in starting, I recognise to have not understood the necessary oil level, I put too much, but how I settle this problem