INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE 900W Portable 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ............... 2 GUARANTEE ..............2 PARTS AND SERVICING ..........2 TABLE OF CONTENTS ............3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES ..........4 Work area ..................4 Positioning the generator .............. 4 Fire prevention ................4 Prevention of electric shock ............5 Additional safety rules for generators ..........
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. •...
6. Never start the engine if there is spilled fuel. Any spillage must be wiped clean and the generator allowed to dry before attempting to start the engine. PREVENTION OF ELECTRIC SHOCK 1. Never use the generator in wet conditions unless it is well protected/ covered.
SAFETY SYMBOLS Caution - The user should be aware of a general hazard Dangerous Voltage Flammable Hot Surface - Do not touch Poisonous fumes - Do not use the generator in an enclosed space. Read Instruction manual before use.
GENERATOR OVERVIEW DESCRIPTION NO DESCRIPTION Air Vent Knob Engine ON/OFF Switch Fuel Cap Earthing Point Fuel Valve Knob AC Socket Starting Handle DC Socket Right Side Maintenance Cover DC Circuit Breaker/reset button Left Side Maintenance Cover AC Circuit Breaker/reset button Exhaust Engine Speed Adjustment (DO NOT ADJUST THIS)
• 1 x Double Ended Screwdriver • 1 x Fabric Tool Pouch • 1 x 12 Volt Battery Charging Lead with Battery Clips Should there be any missing or damaged in transit contact your Clarke dealer immediately. BEFORE USING THE GENERATOR IMPORTANT: Generators should ALWAYS be earthed.
WARNING: TO CARRY OUT THIS CHECK, SWITCH THE ENGINE OFF. WARNING: TAKE CARE NOT TO TOUCH ANY HOT PARTS OF THE GENERATOR WHEN CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL. CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL NOTE: Place the generator on a level surface and check the oil level as follows.
CHECKING THE FUEL LEVEL Make sure there is sufficient fuel in the tank. 1. To check the fuel level, open the fuel filler cap. 2. Slowly add fuel to the fuel tank (maximum 5L) • Do not overfill the fuel tank. 3.
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 counterclockwise to open the fuel tank air vent. 3.
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5. Set the choke to the required position. • If the engine is cold, pull the choke all the way out. • If the generator is warm, push the choke all the way in. 6. Hold the generator handle firmly and pull the starting handle lightly until you start to feel resistance and then pull up sharply to start...
CONNECTING ELECTRICAL DEVICES The generator can supply both 230V AC and 12V DC AC POWER 1. Start the engine. See page 11. 2. Make sure the appliance is turned off before connecting it to the generator. 3. Connect the appliance to the generator.
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DC POWER (FOR CHARGING CAR BATTERIES ONLY) WARNING: FOR YOUR SAFETY PERFORM THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE ORDER SHOWN. 1. Start the generator, See page 11. 2. Connect the battery charging leads to the battery. • Make sure you clamp the red wire to the positive (+) terminal and the black wire to the negative (-) terminal of the...
SHUTTING DOWN THE GENERATOR To stop the generator in an emergency simply set the engine switch to ‘OFF’. NOTE: Turn off any electric devices. 1. Disconnect any electric devices. 2. Turn the fuel valve knob to “OFF”. 3. Turn the air vent knob clockwise until it is finger-tight.
MAINTENANCE CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL CAUTION: PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO USED ENGINE OIL IS DANGEROUS, ALWAYS WASH YOUR HANDS THOROUGHLY AFTER HANDLING USED ENGINE OIL. 1. Remove the left side maintenance panel. 2. Turn the oil filler cap anti- clockwise and remove from the oil tank, wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth.
CHANGING THE SPARK PLUGS CAUTION: ALLOW THE ENGINE TO COOL BEFORE REMOVING THE SPARK PLUG. 1. Remove the spark plug maintenance panel. 2. Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug. 3. Use a spark plug spanner (supplied) to remove the spark plug.
Do not connect any appliance that requires more than 900W. (DC supply only) The DC Press the DC Circuit Breaker/reset Circuit Breaker has activated. button. If this does not solve your problem, please contact the Clarke service department. See page 2...
SPECIFICATIONS G950 Engine Type Air cooled 4-stroke gasoline OHV 80.7 Displacement (cm Ignition type Recoil Fuel tank capacity (L) Maximum run time (h) Engine oil capacity (L) 0.37 Guaranteed sound power (L Generator Rated Frequency (Hz) Rated AC Voltage (V) Rated Power (W) Max.
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EXPLODED DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST DESCRIPTION PART NO DESCRIPTION PART NO Front hull RKG950001 Engine switch RKG950037 Recoil starter RKG950002 AC circuit protector RKG950038 Control panel brace RKG950003 AC receptacle RKG950039 Starter pulley RKG950004 Ground terminal RKG950040 Wind leader RKG950005 Choke level RKG950041 Cooling fan...
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