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The safety precautions and warnings are to ensure your safety and protect you from harm or damage to the product. The information contained in this manual was accurate at the time of production, however JCB may make modifications to the product without notification.
Sound Warning : This machine exerts 97dB of noise during operation. Ensure this is considered whilst operating. Detonation Warning : Prior to refuelling always turn off the machine. After refuelling check for spilt fuel. NEVER operate near open flames. JCB-GNL8 Instruction & User Manual...
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• Never operate the machines near other machines which use flammable liquids as a fuel source. • Only use the machine outside far away from open windows, doors and vents. JCB-GNL8 Instruction & User Manual...
ALL MAINTENANCE other than that listed in this manual, should be carried out by professionally trained and • certified personnel. When using this machine for the first time and before actual work, you MUST learn how to handle the machine • from an experienced or skilled person. JCB-GNL8 Instruction & User Manual...
The operator or user must take all necessary precautions to ensure their own safety and that of others, especially on slopes or rough, slippery and unstable ground. JCB-GNL8 Instruction & User Manual...
Keep the machine in good operating condition. Operating the machine in poor or questionable condition could • result in serious injury. Be sure all safety devices are in working order and warning labels are in place. These items are installed for your • safety. JCB-GNL8 Instruction & User Manual...
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Machine Specific Safety Never Use the machine in wet conditions • This machine is powered by flammable fuel which can result in a fire or explosion, causing serious injury. • JCB-GNL8 Instruction & User Manual...
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When fuel is spilled on yourself or your clothes, wash your skin and change clothes immediately. • ALWAYS clean up spills promptly using absorbent granules and a lidded bin. • JCB-GNL8 Instruction & User Manual...
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(such as a water heater, furnace, or clothes dryer). Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely and wipe up spilled fuel. Never operate the unit without the • fuel cap securely in place. JCB-GNL8 Instruction & User Manual...
N Choke Valve Adjusts the amount of air flowing through the carburettor O Spark Plug Provides spark for combustion. P Carburettor Mixes Fuel air for combustion. Q Cylinder Head R Exhaust Muffles the noise from the exhaust. JCB-GNL8 Instruction & User Manual...
> Line up the holes in the Handle with the corresponding holes in the generator frame. > Insert the thread bolts through the bars into the holes in the generator frame. JCB-GNL8 Instruction & User Manual...
This type of damage is not Turn Air Filter Cover Retainer and covered b the Distributor s Limited Remove Air Filter Cover and Element Warranty. JCB-GNL8 Instruction & User Manual...
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Petrol/Gasoline is highly flammable, volatile and corrosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. NEVER fill above the Maximum Fuel Level. Maximum Fuel Level Recommended Fuel Type Standard grade E10 and E5 available at fuel stations is suitable for this machine. JCB-GNL8 Instruction & User Manual...
Connect the battery by connecting the Red Wire to the Positive + terminal, and the Black wire to the Negative -. NEVER allow these 2 wires to touch each other as it can cause damage to the machine and battery. JCB-GNL8 Instruction & User Manual...
To start a cold engine, move the choke lever to the CHOKE position. To restart a warm engine, leave the choke lever in the RUN position. > he E g e S he ON Choke Lever Fuel Valve Throttle Lever JCB-GNL8 Instruction & User Manual...
The output of the generator is based on Full engine speed. Ensure the choke lever is fully located in the RUN position to ensure full engine speed. Recoil Starter Grip Choke Lever Throttle Lever Slow Fast JCB-GNL8 Instruction & User Manual...
Put the Engine Switch into the Off Position > Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position. NOTE* The machine is very hot after usage. Allow the machine to cool down before moving. Throttle Lever Slow Fuel Valve JCB-GNL8 Instruction & User Manual...
Operation Connecting Appliances The JCB-G 0P has a rated power of . This is the maximum amount of power the machine can supply, anything over this will cause the machine to stall, and operate outside of stated specification. This can be dangerous and cause damage to your machine.
Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust. Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine. -Burns from hot parts. Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching. -Injury from moving parts. JCB-GNL8 Instruction & User Manual...
(1) - Maintenance should be carried out more frequently if used in dusty conditions (2) - Before carrying out maintenance, please seek advice from a qualified technician or the after sales team. For contact details, please see contact us page 32 JCB-GNL8 Instruction & User Manual...
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SJ, SL, or equivalent. SAE 15W-40 is recommended for general use. Other viscosities shown in the chart may be used when the average temperature in your area is within the indicated range. JCB-GNL8 Instruction & User Manual...
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After properly seated, fully tighten using spark plug wrench. > When the washer has started to compress tighten to the following instruction: 1. New Sparkplug a 1/2 Turn tight 2. Re-used Spark Plug a 1/8 to 1/4 Turn tight JCB-GNL8 Instruction & User Manual...
Wash the foam element in liquid detergent and water, then rinse in clean water and squeeze dry in a clean cloth. > Saturate the foam filter with clean engine oil, remove excess by squeezing into a dry clean cloth. > Refit the air filter and air filter cover. JCB-GNL8 Instruction & User Manual...
Choose appropriate engine The engine oil type is incorrect oil model Clean or Replace Spark The spark plug fails Plug The Power Decreases over time The valve clearance are out of Adjust the Valve Clearances adjustment JCB-GNL8 Instruction & User Manual...
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