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RECOIL / ELECTRIC
STARTING METHOD
17 HRS @ 50% LOAD
8.5 HRS @ 100% LOAD
5500
W
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MAXIMUM RATED OUTPUT
WARRANTY
Generator Operators Manual GP6500I
POWER WHEN YOU NEED IT
TO KEEP YOUR GENERATOR LASTING
LONGER REMEMBER TO SERVICE IT!

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  • Page 1 1000ml RECOIL / ELECTRIC STARTING METHOD 17 HRS @ 50% LOAD 8.5 HRS @ 100% LOAD 5500 MAXIMUM RATED OUTPUT WARRANTY Generator Operators Manual GP6500I POWER WHEN YOU NEED IT TO KEEP YOUR GENERATOR LASTING LONGER REMEMBER TO SERVICE IT!
  • Page 3 The range of GENTECH GENERATORS POWERED BY HONDA is safe and reliable, but incorrect use of these products may cause personal injury and or damage to your machine. Please read this manual thoroughly before operation as this product is required to operate strictly in accordance with this manual.

  • Page 4: General Safety Precautions

    GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: DANGER WARNING CAUTION 1.11. If wet, wipe and dry it well before starting. 1.1. A “LAYMAN" and or "CHILDREN" may Do not pour water directly over the not recognize the possible dangers of generator, nor was hit with water. operating a generator.
  • Page 5 ELECTRICAL SAFETY INFORMATION: 2.1. Electrical equipment including cable, cords and plug connection must not be defective. Please check before using. 2.2. Do not plug the generator directly into a wall socket-outlet. 2.3. The generator should not be connected to other sources such as the power company supply mains. In special cases where stand-by connection to existing electrical systems or integration therewith is intended, note that it is a legal requirement that such connections.

  • Page 6: Safety Stickers And Explanations

    SAFETY STICKERS AND EXPLANATIONS:...

  • Page 7: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 8: Installation Steps

    COMPONENTS: (1) FRAME (2) FUEL TANK (3) AIR CLEANER (4) TROLLEY WHEEL (5) RECOIL STARTER (6) HANDLE (7) CONTROL PANEL 5.1. WHEELS AND HANDLES INSTALLATION: 1. BLOCK STOPPER PROTECT 2. HANDLE LINING, 3. BOLT M8 x 16 4. HANDLE 5. HANDLE GRIP 6.

  • Page 9: Pre-Operation Checks

    6.1.2. Add oil to the generator if the oil is below the indicator line. 6.1.3. Always ensure that your engine oil is clean. (Fig. B) 6.1.4. OIL CAPACITY FOR THE GP6500I GENERATOR: 6.2. 6.2.1. GP6500I - 1.0L RECOMMENDED ENGINE OIL: 6.3.

  • Page 10: Installation

    FUEL CAPACITY FOR THE GP6500I GENERATOR: 6.5. 6.5.1 GP6500I - 25L Make sure you review each warning in order to prevent fire hazards. Do not refill the fuel tank whilst the engine is running or hot. Please ensure that the fuel cock is closed before refueling.
  • Page 11 Installation: Check the battery voltage with a voltmeter before fitting. If the voltage is less than Ÿ A12.8 Volts, do a refresh charge (see charging section). Ÿ Always follow the manufacturer's instruction guidelines when connecting the battery. Ÿ Connect the positive and negative leads correctly. Ÿ...

  • Page 12: Grounding The Generator

    If such grounding conductor or ground electrode is unavailable, connect the grounding 6.9.2 lug of the generator to the grounding terminal of the electric tool or appliance. GROUNDING SPIKE CONTROL PANEL FOR GP6500I: PANEL INTRODUCTION: Recoil Start Engine Start / Stop Out Put Indicator...

  • Page 13: Operating Procedures

    OPERATING PROCEDURES: STARTING THE GENERATOR ENGINE FOR THE GP6500I: 7.1.1. Turn the Choke Lever to the "Start" position if the engine is cold. 7.1.2. Turn the Circuit Breaker to the "OFF" position. 7.1.3 Open the Fuel Choke. Turn on the Battery Switch (Red Switch) and press the push start 7.1.4.
  • Page 14 This generator is properly tested and adjusted and set at the 8.1.2. factory. Should the generator does not produce the specified voltage 8.1.3. please contact GENTECH INDUSTRIES. Turn off the switch (es) of the electrical appliance(s) before 8.1.4. connecting to the generator. 8.1.5.
  • Page 15 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHILE CHARGING THE BATTERY: 8.3. 8.3.1 An explosive hydrogen gas is discharged through vent holes in the battery during the charging process. Electrolyte fluid can burn your eyes and clothing. Be extremely careful and avoid contact. If contact 8.3.2 occurs wash the affected area immediately with large quantities of water or milk and consult a doctor for treatment.

  • Page 16: Stopping The Generator

    STOPPING THE GENERATOR: 8.4. Turn off the power switch of the electric equipment and unplug 8.4.1. the cord from the receptacle of the generator. Turn the circuit breaker to the "OFF" position. 8.4.2. Allow the engine to cool down for about three minutes with no 8.4.3.

  • Page 17: Wattage Information

    8.6.3. LCD Display: Press the "SELECT" button to change the LCD display from voltage, hours run, frequency and oil level. Hour Run/ Time Indicated on the Digital Meter: 0.1h = 6 minutes, 0.2h = 12 minutes. The meter 8.6.4. display will only change every 6 running minutes. Display Frequency: 2:30 Hz (EG: 50 Hz will display as F-50) 8.6.5.

  • Page 18: Electrical Connecting

    ELECTRICAL CONNECTING: 9.2. LOAD CAPACITY: 9.3. *NOTE: Before use, the generator set and its electrical equipment (including lines and plug connections) should be checked to ensure that they are not defective. The generator set must not be connected to other power sources, such as the power company supply mains.
  • Page 19 Safely insert the plug of the electrical device into the socket on the generator control panel. Either socket or both sockets may be used. WARNING 9.6.1. GP6500I parallel cables are only suitable for parallel operation of 2 x GP6500I generators. Do not attempt to connect more than 2 generators. 9.6.2. 9.6.3.

  • Page 20: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE: FOR ALL YOUR SERVICE, MAINTENANCE AND WARRANTY QUERIES PLEASE CONTACT GENTECH INDUSTRIES. PLEASE REFER TO THE BACK PAGE FOR ALL CONTACT DETAILS. DAILY INSPECTION: 10.1. Before staring the generator, please check the following service items: These basic inspections can be carried out by a "Laymen".
  • Page 21 10.5. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE TABLE: Below is the periodic maintenance table for the Gentech Range of Generators. You are required to service and maintain the generator in accordance with this schedule. Failing to do will nullify your warranty policy. You may be required to provide the service history of the generator should it be requested.

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    CLEANING AND ADJUSTING SPARK PLUG: If the spark plug is clogged with carbon, please clean it using a plug cleaner or wire brush. Always check electrode gap after cleaning. Adjust gap to 0.03 inches (0.7mm to 0.8mm) MODEL SPARK PLUG TYPE GP6500I NGK BP6ES...

  • Page 23: Spark Arrestor Maintenance

    11.3.1 SPARK ARRESTOR MAINTENANCE Inspect and clean the spark arrestor every 100 hours of operation. The spark arrester is located outside the muffler, which gets very hot during operation. Allow the engine to cool completely before servicing the spark arrester. To inspect and clean the spark arrester: 1.

  • Page 24: Transporting And Storage

    TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE Before transporting the generator, please ensure that the fuel cock is in the "OFF" position. 12.1. CAUTION Contact with a hot engine or exhaust system can cause severe burns and or fires, always allow for the engine to cool down prior to transporting and or storing. Always ensure that the generator is transported and or stored in a flat horizontal position.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    If the generator engine fails to start after several attempts and if there is no electricity available at the output socket then please check the chart below. If the generator still fails to start or generate electricity the please contact GENTECH INDUSTRIES (see the back page of this manual for the contact details).

  • Page 26: Wiring Diagram

    WIRING DIAGRAM...

  • Page 28: Limited Warranty Policy

    Thank you for purchasing a quality Gentech Power product. This product is warrantied for 1 year in domestic applications, subject to adherence to required service intervals and duty cycles as detailed in the operating manual. The warranty only applied to poor workmanship and or faulty materials excluding the AVR, Alternator, Spark Plug, Air and Fuel Filters, Recoil Starter and Battery.
  • Page 29 Warranty Policy Repairs & Procedures HONDA POWERED BY...
  • Page 30 Warranty Policy Repairs & Procedures HONDA POWERED BY...
  • Page 31 The "essentials" Db board cannot exceed the amperage output of the generator. PLEASE CONSULT WITH YOUR ELECTRICIAN PRIOR TO THE INSTALLATION. GENTECH MAY, AT THEIR SOLE DISCRETION, REQUEST AN-ON SIGHT INSPECTION OF THE INSTALLATION. IF THE INSTALLATION IS NOT COMPLIANT AND DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS SET OUT IN THIS MANUAL, GENTECH HAS THE RIGHT TO REPUDIATE ANY/ALL CLAIMS.

  • Page 32: Periodic Maintenance Table

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE TABLE: Below is the periodic maintenance table for the GENTECH & SHINERAY range of generators You are required to service and maintain the generator in accordance with this schedule Failing to do will nullify your warranty policy. You may be required to provide the service history of the generator should it be requested.
  • Page 34 POWER WHEN YOU NEED IT For Technical Assistance and Information on Your Nearest Service Agent Please Contact Gentech Industries. Tel: +27 11 466 6790 / 793 www.gentechindustries.co.za...

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