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1000W
AVR GENERATOR
WITH AC AND DC OUTLETS
GEN1000
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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C o de: GEN1000
Black Magenta
Cyan Yellow
D a t e: 080108 E dition: 03 Op: DCR
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Contents Warranty 2 Warranty Generators Introduction 3 Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete Environmental protection 3 satisfaction with this tool, occasionally, due to the mass Scope of product 3 manufacturing techniques, a tool may not live up to our Description of symbols 3 required level of performance and you may need the Specifications 3 assistance of our service department. General safety instructions for power tools 4 Risk of electrocution and fire 5 This product is wa
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Introduction Description of symbols Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. your expectations. It has been manufactured under These represent important information about the product stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior or instructions on its use. performance criteria. Wear hearing protection. You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, Wear eye protection. and, with proper care, it will give you many years Wear
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non-slip footwear are recommended when working outdoors. General safety instructions for power tools If you have long hair, wear a protective hair covering. To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety 8. Use safety accessories. Safety glasses and earmuffs regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating should always be worn. A face or dust mask is also instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who use required if the drilling operation creates dust. and servi
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Save these instructions Risk of electrocution and fire Hazard What could happen How to prevent it Extension cord can come into contact Remove extension cord from the Improper storage of extension cord. with hot engine parts resulting in generator and store separately away damage. Using a damaged extension from generator. cord can result in electrocution or death. Water is an excellent conductor of Operate generator in a clean, dry, well Operation of generator in rain, electricity! Water whi
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Risk of fire Hazard What could happen How to prevent it Fuel and fuel vapours can become Turn engine off and allow it to cool Attempting to fill the fuel tank ignited by coming in contact with before adding fuel to the tank. while the engine is running hot components such as the muffler, Equip area of operation with a fire engine exhaust gases, or from an extinguisher certified to handle gasoline electrical spark. or fuel fires. Cigarettes, sparks, fires, or other hot Add fuel to tank in w
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Risk of injury and property damage when transporting generator Hazard What could happen How to prevent it Fuel or oil can leak or spill and could The generator is equipped with a Fire, Inhalation, Damage result in fire or breathing hazard, fuel drain valve, turn the valve to the to Vehicle Surfaces serious injury or death can result. Fuel off position before transporting to or oil leaks can damage carpet, paint avoid fuel leaks. Transport fuel only or other surfaces in vehicles or trailers
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Risk of unsafe operation (cont.) Hazard What could happen How to prevent it Generator will not operate properly Never operate generator while Operating generator while and will cause damage to the suspended or in an unlevel position. suspended generator and could cause serious Always operate generate on a flat, injury or death to you or others. level surface. Risk of hot surfaces Hazard What could happen How to prevent it Contact with hot surfaces, such as During operation, touch only the
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11. Engine speed has been factory set to provide Additional safety rules for generators safe operation. Tampering with the engine speed 1. Do not operate in a hazardous location. Such areas adjustment could result in overheating of attachments include where there is a risk of explosion of petrol fumes, and could cause a fire. Never attempt to “speed-up” the leaking gas or explosive dust. engine to obtain more performance. Both the output 2. Do not operate in a confined area. Exhaust gases
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Know your product 1 2 1. Fuel tank 2. Fuel tank cap 3. AC reset button 4. DC reset button 5. Oil filler cap 6. AC socket 7. DC socket 12 8. Engine switch 9. Oil drain 3 10. Recoil starter 11. Air filter cover 10 12. Choke lever 11 13. Spark plug 14. Fuel drain 15. Muffler 16. Exhaust 17. DC plug 18. Tap extension fuel filter 19. Fuel valve 13 8 9 7 5 6 4 18 16 15 14 17 19 10
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Automatic voltage regulator (AVR) Checking the engine oil This generator has been equipped with AVR technology The motor of this generator is not filled with oil. which provides automatic voltage regulated power for Prior to starting the motor ensure the crank case is filled continuous uninterrupted stable power supply. with SAE #30 4 stroke oil. The AVR maintains a regulated AC output and reacts Damage to the motor is not covered under warranty if the substantially quicker to rapid surges
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Starting the engine Stopping the engine WARNING. Before starting the motor, ensure you have 1. Before stopping, ensure that filled the crank case to the correct level with oil. no electrical apparatus is connected to the generator. Note. The crank case is not filled with oil from the factory. 2. Turn the engine switch (8) to 1. Before starting, ensure that no electrical apparatus has the ‘off’ position. been connected to the generator. 3. Turn the fuel lever anti 2. Turn the fuel valve cl
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Batteries of larger capacity may charge but will depend on Charging the battery the condition and also the level of charge in the battery. 1. Disconnect the leads from the battery. In cases where the current exceeds the rating of the 2. Fully loosen the battery fluid filler caps. generator, the circuit breaker on the DC side will open 3. Fill the battery cells with distilled water to the upper limit if circuit, and will need to be re set to continue. the battery is empty. Note. The 13.8V DC
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Periodic maintenance Item Remarks Pre-operation Initial 1 Every 3 Every 6 Every 12 check (daily) months months months months or 20Hr or 50Hr or 100Hr or 300Hr Check condition, adjust gap and Spark plug • clean. Replace if necessary. Check oil level. • Engine oil Replace. • • Clean. Replace if necessary. • Air filter Clean the tap extension filter. Fuel filter • Replace if necessary. Check and adjust when engine Valve clearance • is cold. Check fuel hose for crack or Fuel line • damage. Repl
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Always drain the generator; tank and fuel system by AC and DC overload cut out opening the small drain valve (14) in the lower section of IMPORTANT. Exceeding the rated capacity of your the carburetor bowl before storing. generator can result in serious damage to your generator Spark plugs and connected apparatus. 1. Remove spark plug (13) from the generator with the 1. Each separate circuit has a circuit breaker to protect the spark plug spanner socket supplied. generator from over loadi
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1. Completely empty the tank of fuel. Ensure the fuel tap Air filter (19) is in the OFF position. It is very important to maintain an air filter in proper 2. Compress the two wire condition. Damage to the generator may arise if the arms of the hose clamp on filter has: the outlet hose at the tap • Improperly been serviced. (19) and slide the clamp • Dirt and other foreign elements adhering to the filter back from the end of the due to improper installation and engine wear. hose by a
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Holding the tap firm, tighten Cleaning the lock nut, ensuring the 1. Keep your machine clean. The outside of the machine seal is clamped between can be cleaned using a damp soft cloth with a mild the lock nut and the tank. detergent if required. Never use water to clean the 6. Refit the fuel hose to the generator as it may cause damage to internal parts. outlet of the tap and with 2. Some maintenance products and solvents may damage the wire arms compressed, the plastic parts; these i
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Troubleshooting Trouble Possible cause Suggested remedy 1. Low on fuel or oil content 1. Add fuel or oil Engine will not start 2. Ignition switch in “Off” position 2. Turn the ignition to the ‘START’ position if using key start, or ‘ON’ position if manually starting. 3. Faulty spark plug 3. Replace spark plug 4. Choke in wrong position 4. Adjust choke accordingly 5. Fuel shut-off valve in closed position 5. Open fuel shut-off valve 6. Unit loaded during start-up 6. Remove load from unit 7. Spa
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