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PETROL GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL Powered by Honda logo (Horizontal layout) / Powered by Hondaロゴ (ヨコ組み) * For details, please refer to the Honda Brand Guidlines. 2018.06 詳細はHondaブランドガイドラインをご参照ください。 CMYK K100 BLACK R0 / G0 / B0 #000000 MODELS: TM522-3000 & TM522-6000 TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY OR DAMAGE TO YOUR GENERATOR, READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Ver: 1.1...
GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty ........................Product Specifications ..................... Safety Instructions ....................Unpacking ......................... Assembly ........................Operation ........................Maintenance ......................Trouble Shooting ..................... LIMITED WARRANTY Industrial Tool & Machinery Sales (hereinafter referred to as ITMS) will, within twelve (12) months from the original date of purchase, repair or replace any goods found to be defective in materials or workmanship.
GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Thank you for purchasing your ITM Constriction Series Generator. This generator is fitted with IP66 outlets and RCD meaning it is worksite compliant. Please read and understand the content of this manual for safety guidelines, start-up, shutdown, operation, adjustment and maintenance instructions before using this product.
GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR OPERATION DANGER Never use the generator in a location that is wet or damp. Never expose the generator to rain, snow, water spray or standing water while in use. Protect the generator from all hazardous weather conditions.
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GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR GENERATORS Do not force the generator. Use the correct generator for your application. The correct generator will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. Do not use the generator if the engine switch does not turn it on and off. Any generator that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL UNPACKING CAUTION Always have assistance when lifting the generator. The generator is heavy; lifting it could cause bodily harm. Avoid cutting on or near staples to prevent personal injury. Tools required - box cutter or similar device. 1.
STALLING WHEELS AND FEET INSTALLING WHEELS TO FRAME BEFORE ASSEMBLING THE GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL 1. Insert axle pin through washer and wheel. ASSEMBLY GENERATOR, REVIEW THE SAFETY SECTION STARTING ON PAGE 5. ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY CAUTION INSTALLING WHEELS TO FRAME STALLING WHEELS AND FEET INSTALLING WHEELS TO FRAME CAUTION 1.
GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATION LOCATION SELECTION NOTICE Before starting the generator, avoid exhaust and location hazards by verifying: Only operate the generator on a solid, level • You have selected a location to operate the surface. Operating the generator on a surface generator that is outdoors and well ventilated.
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GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATION CONNECTING THE GENERATOR TO A BUILDING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM It is recommended to use a manual transfer switch when connecting directly to a buildings electrical system. Connecting a portable generator to a buildings electrical system must be made in strict compliance with all national and local electrical codes and laws, and be completed by a qualified electrician.doors and/or vents.
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GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATION OPERATION ADDING PETROL TO THE FUEL TANK WARNING Before attempting to start the generator, verify the following: ADDING GASOLINE TO THE FUEL TANK BEFORE STARTING THE GENERATOR • The engine is filled with engine oil. Never refuel the generator while the engine is •...
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GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATION GENERATOR SET UP PLANNING THE POWER LOAD Plan your power load so that you do not exceed the generator’s rated capacity. To calculate the running and starting wattage requirements for the devices you will be powering. SET UP AS A PORTABLE POWER SOURCE This generator is designed to provide up to its max power (in watts) of electrical power.
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GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATION NOTICE Regardless of whether you use your generator as a back-up power source connected to a building or as a portable power source, you must not overload the generator. Overloading may cause serious damage to the generator and attached electrical devices. If your generator will be connected to your building’s electrical system, it MUST ALWAYS be isolated from the utility power grid with a approved transfer switch installed by a licensed electrician in compliance with all applicable building and electrical codes and in accordance with guidelines...
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Use of under sized extension cords can cause electric shock, fire, or damage to hot to the touch, it is overloaded or damaged and must be replaced. ITM is NOT responsible for connected devices. All extension and appliance cords must be in good condition damage or injury resulting from customer use of inadequate extension cords.
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GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATION ENGINE SPEED Engine speed has been factory set to provide safe operation. Tampering with the engine speed adjustment could result in overheating of attachments and could cause a fire. WARNING The generator must be run at the correct speed in order to produce the proper electrical voltage and frequency.
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GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATION WARNING NEVER exceed the rated wattage capacity of your generator. OVERLOADING may cause SERIOUS DAMAGE to the generator and attached electrical devices and may result in fire. Your generator MUST BE SIZED PROPERLY to provide both the running and starting (surge) wattage of the devices you will be powering.
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GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATION STARTING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE PRE-OPERATION CHECK PRE-OPERATION CHECK Check that all shields and covers are in place, and all nuts, bolts, and screws are tightened. PRE-OPERATION CHECK Check that all shields and covers are in place, and all nuts, bolts, and screws are tightened. Check the engine oil level.
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GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATION STARTING THE GENERATOR NOTE: This generator has been shipped without engine oil, ensure you fill with required type and amount of engine oil prior to starting otherwise the engine will not start. Turn the fuel valve to “ON” position Turn the engine switch to “ON”...
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GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATION POWER OUTPUT AND DEMAND To prevent overloading of the generator’s 120-Volt The generator should not be run completely AC system: unloaded for extended periods otherwise the 1. Add up the running power demand of all the engine may be damaged.
Check/Clean CE DEALER PERFORMED After First 20 After 50 Hours After 100 Hour After 300 Hours MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - AUTHORISED ITM SERVICE DEALER PERFORMED Idle Speed Check/Adjust Before Every Hours or First of Use or Every of Use or Every...
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GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL MAINTENANCE 6. Check oil level: When checking the engine oil, ENGINE OIL MAINTENANCE remove the oil fill plug/dipstick and wipe it clean. Engine Oil Specification Thread the oil fill plug/dipstick all the way back in and ENGINE OIL MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Specification 6.
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AINTENANCE GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE CHANGING ENGINE OIL MAINTENANCE WARNING 1. Always operate or maintain the generator AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE NGING ENGINE OIL on a flat surface. Never use gasoline or other fla CHANGING ENGINE OIL WARNING ways operate or maintain the generator solvents to clean the air filter.
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GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE NOTICE Cleaning the Air Filter - Continued from Page 25 MAINTENANCE NOTICE Never dispose of soap cleaning solution used Cleaning the Air Filter - Continued from Page 25 to clean the air filter by dumping the solution Never dispose of soap cleaning solution used to clean into a sewer, on the ground, or into ground the air filter by dumping the solution into a sewer, on the...
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GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL MAINTENANCE CHECKING AND ADJUSTING VALVE LASH 6. If an adjustment is required, hold the adjusting CAUTION nut and loosen the jam nut. 7. Turn the adjusting nut to obtain the correct Checking and adjusting valve lash valve lash. When the valve lash is correct, hold MAINTENANCE must be done when the engine is cold.
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GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE GENERATOR STORING THE GENERATOR It is important to inspect and clean the generator WARNING after every use. Never store a generator with fuel in the tank Clean All Engine Air Inlet and Outlet Ports indoors or in a poorly ventilated area where Make sure all engine air inlet and outlet ports are the fumes can come in contact with an ignition...
GENERATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL TROUBLE SHOOTING 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 EPA certification or product warranty, serious personal injury, property damage or even death.
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