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- Page 1 FOR YOUR SAFETY You must read and understand this manual before use. Keep this manual for future reference.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
DISCLAIMERS: All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publishing. The illustrations used in this manual are intended as representative reference views only. Moreover, because of our continuous product improvement policy, we may modify information, illustrations and/or specifications to explain and/or exemplify a product, service or maintenance improvement. -
Page 3: Safety
SAFETY SAFETY DEFINITIONS SAFETY SYMBOL DEFINITIONS The words DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTICE are used throughout this manual to highlight important information. Be certain that the meanings of these alerts are known to all who work on or near the equipment. -
Page 4: General Safety Rules
SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY RULES DANGER Never use the inverter in a location that is wet or damp. Never expose the inverter to rain, snow, water spray or standing water while in use. Protect the inverter from all hazardous weather conditions. Moisture or ice can cause a short circuit or other malfunction in the electrical circuit. Never operate the inverter in an enclosed area. -
Page 5: Assembly
ASSEMBLY Verify the positive (+) battery cable (red boot) is HOOKING UP THE BATTERY securely tightened to the positive (+) battery post. WARNING Make sure boot is over battery post. To avoid electrics hock: Carefully remove the protective wrapping around •... -
Page 6: Features
FEATURES BASIC INVERTER FEATURES Control Panel: Contains the reset breaker, Roller Board Wheels: For easy portability. outlets and warning lights. Telescoping Handle: Extends and retracts for Oil Access Cover: Remove the cover to easy access. access the oil fill/drain plug. Carry Handles: Built in handles to allow for Recoil Handle: Pull to manually start the easy pick up. -
Page 7: Control Panel Features
FEATURES BEFORE STARTING THE INVERTER CONTROL PANEL FEATURES BEFORE STARTING THE INVERTER, REVIEW SAFETY SECTION STARTING Sockets ON PAGE 4. These can be used for operating appropriate appliance, electrical lighting, tools, and motor Location Selection – Before starting the inverter, avoid loads. -
Page 8: Operation
OPERATION Weather – Never operate your inverter outdoors during WARNING rain, snow or any combination of weather conditions that could lead to moisture collecting on, in or around the Be sure the inverter is properly generator. connected to earth ground before operating. -
Page 9: Powercord
Using Extension Cords P1PE assumes no responsibility for the content within this table. The use of this table is the responsibility of the user only. This table is intended for reference only. The results produced by using this table are not guaranteed to be correct or applicable in all situations as the type and construction of cords are highly variable. -
Page 10: Initial Oil Fill
OPERATION INITIAL OIL FILL ADDING/CHECKING ENGINE FLUIDS AND FUEL BEFORE ADDING ENGINE OIL, REVIEW BEFORE ADDING/CHECKING ENGINE SAFETY SECTION STARTING ON PAGE 4. FLUIDS AND FUEL, REVIEW SAFETY SECTION STARTING ON PAGE 4. NOTICE DANGER Engine oil must be added when the inverter is on a Filling the fuel tank with petrol while the flat, level surface, or an inaccurate reading may result. -
Page 11: Adding Petrol To The Fuel Tank
OPERATION ADDING PETROL TO THE FUEL TANK STARTING THE INVERTER WARNING BEFORE STARTING THE INVERTER, REVIEW SAFETY SECTION STARTING ON PAGE 4. Never refuel the inverter while the engine is running. For proper starting and operation of the inverter, make sure you review the inverter features and their descriptions starting on page 7. -
Page 12: Electric Start
OPERATION ELECTRIC START MANUAL START 1. Check oil levels (see Initial Oil Fill on page 11) Check oil levels (see Initial Oil Fill on page 11) 2. Make sure nothing is plugged into any of the Make sure nothing is plugged into any of the outlets. -
Page 13: Stopping The Inverter
OPERATION STOPPING THE INVERTER RESETTING THE RESET BREAKER Normal Operation The inverter will trip the breaker and automatically During normal operation, use the following steps to disconnect from the load when the controls sense a stop your inverter: predetermined overload condition. The inverter engine will continue to run, but there will not be any electrical 1. -
Page 14: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE BEFORE PERFORMING MAINTENANCE ON THE INVERTER, REVIEW THE SAFETY SECTION STARTING ON PAGE 4, AS WELL AS THE FOLLOWING SAFETY MESSAGES. WARNING CAUTION Avoid accidentally starting the inverter Avoid skin contact with engine oil or during maintenance by removing petrol. -
Page 15: Engine Oil Maintenance
MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL MAINTENANCE NOTICE Engine Oil Specification Engine oil must always be checked and added when 1. Only use the engine oil specified in Figure 12. the inverter is on a flat, level surface, or an inaccurate reading may result, causing serious engine damage. 2. -
Page 16: Air Filter Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Remove the foam element from the air cleaner AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE housing. WARNING Wash the foam air filter element by submerging Never use petrol or other flammable the element in a solution of household detergent solvents to clean the air filter. Use only soap and warm water. -
Page 17: Draining The Float Bowl
MAINTENANCE DRAINING THE FLOAT BOWL SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE The spark plug must be checked and cleaned after ev- Remove the Engine Service Panel to access the ery 100 hours of use or 6 months and must be replaced carburetor (see Figure 13 on page 16). after 300 hours of use or every year. -
Page 18: Cleaning The Spark Arrestor
MAINTENANCE Spark Plug Maintenance - Continued from page 18 Place a clean rag over the opening created by the removal of the spark plug to make sure no dirt can get into the combustion chamber. Inspect the spark plug for: SPARK PLUG GAP •... -
Page 19: Cleaning The Inverter
MAINTENANCE 4. Both the rocker arms should be loose at TDC on BATTERY SERVICE the compression stroke. If they are not, rotate the To ensure the battery remains charged, the generator engine 360°. should be started every 2 to 3 months and run for a minimum of 15 minutes or a charger should be plugged 5. -
Page 20: Storage
MAINTENANCE 5. Change the oil (see Changing Engine Oil on page STORAGE 16). WARNING 6. Remove the spark plug (see Spark Plug Never store an inverter with fuel in the Maintenance on page 18) and place about 1 tank indoors or in a poorly ventilated tablespoon of oil in the spark plug opening. -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
RECYCLING & PROD UCT DISPOSAL WARNING Before attempting to service or troubleshoot the generator, the owner or service technician must first read the owner’s manual and understand and follow all safety instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in conditions that can lead to voiding of the product warranty, serious personal injury, property damage or even death. -
Page 22: Recycling & Product Disposal
RECYCLING & PRODUCT DISPOSAL We do not offer a takeback scheme for the recovery of Waste Electrical Electronic Equipment (WEEE) & Batteries. Instead the responsibility to dispose of WEEE and or Batteries is passed onto you by us. So when it becomes necessary to dispose of your machine, you must take it to your local Civic Amenity Site. For further information please contact your local Authority for disposal advice. -
Page 23: Declaration Of Conformity
Genpower Ltd confirms that these P1PE products conform to the following CE Directives 97/68/EC Non Road Mobile Machinery Directive 2000/14/EC Outdoor Noise Directive 2004/108/EC Electro Magnetic Compatibility Device 2006/42/EC Machinery Directive P4000i Inverter Generator 3.6kW OND-2016508-04-02 P4000iSE 68dB 70dB 01 March 2018... -
Page 24: Contact Details
Postal Address Genpower Limited London Road, Pembroke Dock, Pembrokeshire SA72 4RW. UK Telephone +44 (0) 1646 687880 +44 (0) 01646 686198 Website www.p1pe.co.uk To register your machine for the manufacturer’s warranty, please visit: http://www.p1pe.co.uk/warranty... - Page 28 P1PE – Position One Power Equipment Isaac Way, Pembroke Dock, Pembrokeshire, SA72 4RW www.p1pe.co.uk...
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