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Read the manual before using the generator to ensure it is used safely and responsibly. Always make sure that everybody who operates the generator has read the manual and is aware of its operation requirements. Failing to do so may result in serious injury.
1. SAFETY NOTICE 1. Safety standard Read and understand this owner’s manual before operating your generator. You can prevent accidents by being familiar with your generator’s controls, and by observing safe operating procedures. Do not use indoors Do not operate in wet conditions Do not connect directly to a Do not smoke when refuelling home power supply...
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Do not overfill when refuelling Stop the engine before refuelling Keep the generator at least 1 meter away from inflammable materials 2. Special requirements • Electrical equipment including power cords and plugs should not have any exposed metal wire. • Circuit breakers should match with the generator equipment. •...
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3. Overcurrent protector Environmental temperature could trigger the overcurrent protector. Change the overcurrent protector with one that fits the local environment if neccessary. WARNING Do not switch the output voltage while under load.
2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 230V 230V 1. Overview DC OVERCURRENT DC OVERCURRENT PROTECTOR PROTECTOR VOLT METER VOLT METER AC CIRCUIT BREAKER AC CIRCUIT BREAKER GENERATOR SWITCH GENERATOR SWITCH CHOKE LEVER CHOKE LEVER AC SOCKET AC SOCKET FUEL VALVE FUEL VALVE GROUND GROUND TERMINAL TERMINAL...
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230V 230V 400V 400V DC OVERCURRENT DC OVERCURRENT PROTECTOR PROTECTOR VOLT METER VOLT METER AC SOCKET AC SOCKET GENERATOR SWITCH GENERATOR SWITCH CHOKE LEVER CHOKE LEVER AC CIRCUIT AC CIRCUIT BREAKER BREAKER FUEL VALVE FUEL VALVE GROUND GROUND TERMINAL TERMINAL AIR CLEANER AIR CLEANER BATTERY...
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2. Engine type & serial number FINISHED FINISHED SERIAL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER PRODUCT PRODUCT MODEL NUMBER MODEL NUMBER NUMBER NUMBER...
3. STARTING THE GENERATOR 1. Electronic starter Depending on your generator type: II START I ON START START 0 OFF 2. Manual starter Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter. 3.
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4. Choke lever The choke lever is used to provide an enriched fuel mixture when starting a cold engine. If the engine did not run for some time before starting put the lever in the closed position. Then start the engine and when it is running slowly put turn the lever into the default ‘open’...
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6. Ground terminal The ground terminal is used to reliably ground the whole generator. GROUND TERMINAL 7. Oil Alert System The oil alert system is especially designed to prevent engine damage caused by an insufficient amount of oil in the crankcase. When the oil level in the crankcase falls below the safe limit, the oil alert system will automatically shut down the engine to avoid damage to the engine.
4. GENERATOR OPERATION GENERATOR OPERATION ENVIRONMENT • Temperature: -15°C ~ 40°C • Humidity: Below 95% • Height above sea level: Below 1,000m (If the area of operation is over 1,000m above sea level the output capacity will be lower.) 1. Connecting to a home power supply When connecting the generator to a home power supply, the connection must be made by a qualified electrician.
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2. Generator grounding To prevent electrical shock from misuse from faulty appliances, the generator should be grounded with an insulated lead. GROUND TERMINAL GROUND TERMINAL 3. AC Current Before starting the generator, make sure that the total power need of all combined loads (resistive, capacitive and inductive) does not exceed the rated power of the generator.
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In general, capacitive and inductive loads, especially motor-driven devices have a high peak current when starting. The following table is a reference for when connecting to typical household electric appliances. Wattage Examples Type Typical Device Start Rated Device Starting Rated Incandescent Incandescent Incandescent Lamp...
5. PRE-OPERATION CHECK 1. Engine oil NOTICE Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service life. Non-detergent and 2-stroke engine oils will damage the engine and are not recommended. Check the oil level before each use with the generator positioned on a level surface with the engine not running.
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2. Fuel Use gasoline with octane rating ≥90. Never use an oil/gasoline mixture or gasoline containing impurity. 1) Check the fuel level gauge. 2) Replenish the tank if the fuel level is low. Do not let the fuel level rise above the shoulder of the fuel strainer. 3) Refit and screw the fuel tank cap tight after refueling.
6. STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Recoil starter 1) Remove all the loads from the output side. 2) Turn the fuel valve to the “=ON” position. 3) Turn the AC circuit breaker to the “OFF” position. 4) Turn the choke lever to the “CLOSE” position. NOTICE Do not close the choke when starting the engine in a warm state.
7. STOPPING THE ENGINE Turn the AC circuit breaker to the “OFF” position. Turn the generator switch to the “OFF” position. Turn the fuel valve to the “OFF” position. NOTICE To stop the engine in an emergency, turn the generator switch to the “OFF”...
8. MAINTENANCE The engine must be properly maintained to ensure its operation is safe, economical and trouble-free, and to minimize emissions. In order to keep your gasoline engine in good working condition, it must be periodically serviced. The following maintenance scheldule and routine inspection procedures must be carefully followed.
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NOTICE • If the generator frequently operates under high temperature or heavy load, change the oil every 25 hrs. • If the engine frequently operates in dusty or other severe circumstances, clean the air filter every 10 hrs; If necessary, change the air filter element every 25 hrs.
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WARNING Used engine oil may cause skin cancer if repeatedly left in contact with the skin for prolonged periods. Although this is unlikely unless you handle used oil on a daily basis, it is still advisable to thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water as soon as possible after handling used oil.
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Air cleaner service A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow into the carburetor. To prevent carburetor malfunction, service the air cleaner regularly. Service more frequently when operating the generator in extremely dusty areas. WARNING Using gasoline or flammable solvent to clean the filter element can cause a fire or explosion.
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Fuel sediment cup cleaning Turn the fuel valve to the “OFF” position. Remove the sediment cup, o-ring and strainer according to the arrow direction. Clean the sediment cup, o-ring and strainer in nonflammable or high flash point solvent. Reinstall the O-ring and strainer and screw back the sediment cup. Turn the fuel valve “ON”...
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Battery NOTICE Do not connect the battery positive and negative poles reversely (pay attention to the + and - markings). When connecting, first connect the positive pole, the the negative pole. When disconnecting, first disconnect the negative pole, then the positive pole. If disregarded this may cause serious damage to the generator and/or the battery itself.
9. STORAGE WARNING In order to avoid burning or fire due to contact with any hot part of the generator, do not pack and store the generator before it is cooled down. If the generator needs to be stored for longer periods, make sure the storage area is clean and dry.
10. TROUBLESHOOTING Engine unable to start: Is there fuel Refill the fuel tank. in the tank? Add the Is there enough oil in recommended oil. the engine? Still no spark? Is there a spark from Replace the Take the generator the spark plug? spark plug.
14. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY D D E E C C L L A A R R A A T T I I O O N N O O F F C C O O N N F F O O R R M M I I T T Y Y D D O O 5 5 5 5 0 0 0 0 E E / / D D O O 6 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 E E / / D D O O 8 8 5 5 0 0 0 0 E E - - G G A A S S O O L L I I N N E E G G E E N N E E R R A A T T O O R R (EN) We declare under our sole responsibility that this product is in (FR) Nous déclarons sous notre seule responsabilité...
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All information in this publication is based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. The contents in this manual may be different from the actual parts due to revision and other changes. Our company reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.
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