Clarke IG950D Operation & Maintenance Instructions Manual

Clarke IG950D Operation & Maintenance Instructions Manual

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INVERTER GENERATOR
MODEL NO: IG950D
PART NO: 8877106
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
GC0521

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  • Page 1 INVERTER GENERATOR MODEL NO: IG950D PART NO: 8877106 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS GC0521...
  • Page 2: Environmental Protection

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Inverter Generator. Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase giving you long and satisfactory service.
  • Page 3: General Safety Rules

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING: EXHAUST FUMES CAN BE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS IF INHALED WORK AREA • ALWAYS use in a well ventilated area. • ALWAYS position the exhaust outlet away from people. • Read these safety instructions before using the equipment. •...
  • Page 4: Prevention Of Electric Shock

    PREVENTION OF ELECTRIC SHOCK 1. NEVER use the generator in wet conditions unless it is well protected/ covered. Under these conditions, adequate ventilation MUST be provided. 2. NEVER operate the generator with wet hands. 3. NEVER use water or any other liquids to clean the generator. 4.
  • Page 5: Safety Symbols

    SAFETY SYMBOLS The following safety symbols are shown on the product or it’s packaging. Please read all of the safety and operating instructions carefully before using this product. Read instruction Hot surface - Do not manual before use. touch Dangerous Voltage Poisonous fumes - Do not use the generator in an enclosed space.
  • Page 6: Generator Overview

    GENERATOR OVERVIEW NO DESCRIPTION NO DESCRIPTION Air Vent Knob 10 Earthing Point Fuel Cap 11 Economy Control Switch Fuel Valve Knob 12 AC Socket (230V) Starting Handle 13 DC Socket (12V) Side Maintenance Cover 14 DC Circuit Breaker Top Maintenance Cover 15 Output Indicator Muffler 16 Overload Indicator...
  • Page 7: Unpacking And Assembly

    UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY Unpack your generator and check the following items are present. Should there be any missing or damaged during transit contact your CLARKE dealer. 1 x 800 Watt Inverter Generator 1 x 12 Volt Connecting Lead Assembly 1 x Spark Plug Box Spanner...
  • Page 8: Checking The Air Filter

    Connect the other end to the spike between a flat washer and the copper rod with a lock washer under the head of the M6 machine screw in a similar fashion to the earth point screw on the generator. When pushing the spike into the ground the generator must not be running and it is suggested that the spike is pushed into the ground by at...
  • Page 9: Check The Engine Oil Level

    4. Remove the air filter element. 5. If the air filter is damaged contact the CLARKE spare parts department for a replacement. • If the filter is dirty, wash it in a solution of warm water and mild detergent and rinse thoroughly.
  • Page 10: Check The Fuel Level

    • Do not fill above the max level mark (0.25 litres) • We recommend the use of 1L SAE10W/30 oil in this generator. (CLARKE part number 3050845) Max Level • Do not tilt the generator when adding engine oil. This could Min.
  • Page 11: Recommended Fuel

    RECOMMENDED FUEL Your generator has been designed to use regular unleaded petrol with a octane number of 86 or higher. USING YOUR GENERATOR STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Remove all connections from the AC sockets. 2. Hold the fuel tank cap so that it will not move, and turn the air vent knob to the ‘open’...
  • Page 12 NOTE: When you first start the generator, the overload indicator may light up for a few seconds, this is normal. If the overload indicator is still lit after 5 seconds, stop the engine and contact your CLARKE dealer. 8. Once the engine has warmed up, move the choke lever to the left, to the “run”...
  • Page 13: Economy Switch

    ECONOMY SWITCH Recommended to minimize fuel consumption and further reduce noise levels when no load is applied to the generator. Engine speed varies with the load. OFF: The smart throttle system does not operate. CAUTION: THE ECONOMY CONTROL DOES NOT WORK EFFECTIVELY IF THE ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE REQUIRES ‘BURSTS’...
  • Page 14 DC POWER 1. Set the economy control switch to ‘OFF’. 2. Start the generator. See page 11. 3. Make sure the appliance is turned off before connecting it to the generator. 4. Connect the 12V appliance (max 4A) to the generator. DC POWER (TOPPING UP CAR BATTERIES) WARNING: FOR YOUR SAFETY PERFORM THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE ORDER SHOWN.
  • Page 15: Indicator Lights

    DC OVER LOAD PROTECTOR If the DC overload protector activates, wait for a few minutes and then press the reset button shown on the right. INDICATOR LIGHTS OUTPUT The output indicator (Green) will remain on during normal operation. OVERLOAD The overload indicator (Red) will light up if there is an overload or a short circuit in the connected appliance.
  • Page 16: Shutting Down The Generator

    SHUTTING DOWN THE GENERATOR To stop the generator in an emergency simply set the engine switch to ‘OFF’. NOTE: Turn off any electric devices. NOTE: Set the economy control switch to the ‘0’ (OFF) position. 1. Disconnect any electric devices. 2.
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    4. Fill the oil reservoir with fresh oil. • Do not fill above the max level mark (0.25 litres) • We recommend the use of SAE10W/30 oil in this generator. (CLARKE part number 3050845) Max Level 5. Replace the oil filler cap and Min. Level maintenance panel.
  • Page 18 3. Remove the air filter panel. 4. Remove the air filter element. 5. If the air filter is damaged contact the CLARKE spare parts department for a replacement. • If the filter is dirty, wash it in a solution of warm water and mild detergent and then rinse thoroughly.
  • Page 19 SPARK PLUG (EVERY 50 HOURS OF USE) CAUTION: ALLOW THE ENGINE TO COOL BEFORE REMOVING THE SPARK PLUG. 1. Remove the top maintenance panel. 2. Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug. 3. Fit the spark plug box spanner over the spark plug as shown.
  • Page 20 • Adjust if necessary. 7. Check the overall condition of the spark plug and replace if damaged. NOTE: Spark plugs are available from CLARKE Spare Parts department 020 8988 7400. 8. Reinstall the spark plug and replace the spark plug cap and top panel.
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    The generator is The air filter is dirty Clean the air filter. See page 18. difficult to start If this does not solve your problem, please contact the CLARKE service department. Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
  • Page 22: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Engine Engine Model XY139F-6 Type Petrol Displacement (cc) Ignition type C.D.I Fuel tank capacity (L) Maximum run time at 3/4 load (h) Engine oil capacity (L) 0.25 Guaranteed sound power (LWA dB) 93 dB Generator Rated Frequency (Hz) Rated AC Voltage (V) Rated Output Power: (Continuous) (W) Maximum Measured Output Power (W) Output Type...
  • Page 23: Declaration Of Conformity

    DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...

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