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7.5KW INVERTER GENERATOR MODEL NO: IG8000 PART NO: 8877135 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS DL1023...
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Should any loss or damage be apparent, please contact your CLARKE dealer immediately. GUARANTEE This CLARKE product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES & SYMBOLS SAFETY SYMBOLS Read Instruction DANGER - highly manual before use flammable liquid. Caution - The user Engine and exhaust should be aware of become hot during a general hazard use - DO NOT touch Dangerous voltage. Poisonous fumes - DO Risk of electric NOT use in an...
WORK AREA 1. ALWAYS use in a well ventilated area. 2. ALWAYS position the exhaust outlet away from people. 3. NEVER use indoors or in a confined space. 4. ALWAYS keep children away from the generator. POSITIONING THE GENERATOR 1. ALWAYS leave a least a 1m gap between the generator and any surrounding building or structures.
4. ALWAYS ground the generator before using it to maximise safety, see ‘Ground The Generator’ section on pages 15. 5. ALWAYS use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) in highly conductive areas such as metal decking or steel work. Extension cords with an in-line GFCI are recommended for these operations.
UNPACKING Unpack your generator and check to ensure the following items are present. Should there be any deficiency or damage caused during transit contact your CLARKE dealer immediately. NO DESCRIPTION NO DESCRIPTION Tool Pouch 12 Volt D.C. output lead assembly with positive (red, ‘+’) and...
NOTE: The Parallel Operation Kit is not supplied with this generator. Contact your CLARKE dealer for more information. CIRCUIT BREAKERS The circuit breakers protect the individual AC and DC circuits. The...
CONNECTING ELECTRICAL DEVICES Follow the steps below to properly connect your device(s) to the generator. 1. Before connecting electrical devices, allow the generator to run for a few minutes to stabilise the speed and voltage output. 2. Select the device with the highest wattage and make sure it is turned off. Plug the device into the generator and then turn the device on.
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NEVER add more loads than the generator capacity. Take special care to consider surge loads in generator capacity as previously described. The chart below serves as a reference for the estimated wattage requirements of common electrical devices. however, DO NOT solely reply on this chart, all electronics and appliances are built differently, ALWAYS check the wattage listed on the electrical device before consulting this chart: Tool/Appliance...
GENERATOR PREPARATION STEP 1 - ADD/CHECK OIL THE GENERATOR IS SHIPPED WITHOUT OIL ADDED. NOTE: The user must add the proper amount of oil before operating the generator for the first time. The oil capacity of the engine crankcase is 1litre (35.2 fl.oz). NOTE: Depending on outside working temperature, to find...
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NOTE: Used engine oil should be disposed of at an approved disposal site. See local authority recycling for more information. For subsequent operation, the oil level should be checked before each use, or after every 8 hours of operation. The generator is equipped with a low oil sensor and will not start without a sufficient amount of oil.
WARNING: ENSURE THERE IS ADEQUATE FUEL IN THE TANK WHEN USING THE GENERATOR. RUNNING OUT OF FUEL OR STOPPING THE ENGINE SUDDENLY WITH A LOAD CONNECTED COULD CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE. To add petrol, follow these steps: 1. Make sure the generator is shut OFF and on a level surface.
To connect the battery, follow these steps: 1. Loosen the screws to the right side maintenance cover. Remove cover and set aside. 2. Connect the red wire to the positive (+) terminal first, then connect the black wire to the negative (-) terminal.
STARTING YOUR GENERATOR Before starting the generator, make sure you have read and performed the steps in the ‘Generator Preparation’ section (pages 12-15) of this manual. WARNING: GENERATOR EXHAUST EMISSIONS CONTAINS CARBON MONOXIDE (CO). THIS IS A POISONOUS GAS YOU CANNOT SEE OR SMELL.
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3. Turn the FUEL SWITCH to the ‘ON’ position as shown. After completing steps 1 to 3, there are three ways to start the generator, either by Electric One Button Start, Remote Control or Manual Recoil Start, as follows: ELECTRIC ONE BUTTON START & REMOTE CONTROL 1.
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MANUAL RECOIL START NOTE: Use the Recoil Starter when the battery voltage is too low to turn the starter motor. 1. Pull the Starter Grip lightly until you feel resistance; then pull briskly in the direction of the arrow as shown. NOTE: DO NOT allow the grip to snap back after starting;...
Please perform maintenance checks and operations according to the Maintenance Schedule below. If there are any questions about the maintenance procedures listed in this manual, please contact the CLARKE service centre. WARNING: NEVER PERFORM MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS WHILE THE GENERATOR IS RUNNING. BEFORE MAINTENANCE OR SERVICING THE...
IMPORTANT GENERATOR MAINTENANCE TIPS: • Drain the carburettor after each use and before storage to prevent it from clogging. • DO NOT store the generator with fuel inside the tank for more than 2 months - fuel will go bad. •...
NOTE: Running the engine with a dirty, damaged or missing air filter element can result in danger to the operator and cause the engine to wear out prematurely. SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE The spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits in order to ensure proper engine operation.
SPARK ARRESTOR MAINTENANCE Inspect and clean the spark arrestor every 100 hours of operation (refer to recommended maintenance schedule). The spark arrestor is located outside the muffler, which gets very hot during operation. Allow the engine and the muffler to cool completely before servicing the spark arrestor. TO INSPECT AND CLEAN THE SPARK ARRESTOR: 1.
TO DRAIN THE CARBURETTOR 1. Loosen the right maintenance cover knobs, and remove the cover from the side panel. 2. Turn the Main Switch to the Start/Run position. 3. Remove the battery. 4. Prepare an approved petrol storage container and position it directly under the carburettor drain screw to catch the fuel.
4. Reach under the generator and remove the black rubber seal located below the oil drain plug. 5. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick. 6. Remove the other black rubber seal located in the front of the oil drain plug. 7. Use a spanner to remove the oil drain plug and allow the oil to drain completely.
STORING THE GENERATOR Shut off the generator and allow the unit to cool to room temperature before storing it. NEVER place any type of storage cover on the generator while it is still hot. DO NOT obstruct any ventilation openings. Follow the procedures below for properly storing your generator.
NOTE: If storing petrol in a suitable container for later use, make sure the petrol has been treated with fuel stabilizer according to the stabilizer manufacturers instructions. WARNING: STORE THE GENERATOR UPRIGHT IN A COOL AND DRY LOCATION, AWAY FROM SOURCES OF HEAT, OPEN FLAMES, SPARKS OR PILOT LIGHTS.
SPECIFICATIONS CLARKE part no 8877135 IG8000 Engine Engine Model SC460 Fuel Type Unleaded Petrol (E10) Displacement (cc) 459 (16HP) Start system Electric, Remote Control & Hand Recoil Fuel tank capacity (L) Fuel consumption (L/Hr) Maximum run time @75% Load 8 hours 15 mins...
Drain fuel. Refuel with fresh treating or draining petrol, or petrol (see pages 22-23) refueled with bad petrol Dirty fuel filter Replace fuel filter or contact the CLARKE service department Engine lacks Dirty air filter Check air filter element. power...
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GFCI system has activated (if Reset the GFCI used) Item plugged in is defective Try a different device. If this does not solve your problem contact the CLARKE service department. Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
PARTS LISTS AND DIAGRAMS MACHINE CORE COMPONENTS Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
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