5. COMPONENTS:
1- Easy grip handle
2- Fuel filler cap
3- Fuel tank
4- Fuel cork
5- Recoil starter motor handle
6- Rubber foot
7- Choke
8- Power switch
9- Voltmeter
10- Reset switch
11- Mains power inlet
12- Sparkplug
13- Exhaust outlet
Please note that no grounding rod is supplied
with this generator.
6. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS:
6.1. CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL:
6.1.1. The GEN1000 is a 2 stroke model which
means that you have to mix 2-stroke oil to the
unleaded petrol.
6.1.2. Mixing recommendation is for every 1 litre of
unleaded petrol add 25ml of 2-stroke oil.
6.2. CHECKING THE ENGINE FUEL:
WARNING: Do not refuel while smoking or near
an open flame or other potential fire hazards.
6.2.1. Remove the fuel cap at the top of the gen-
erator to check the fuel level.
6.2.2. If petrol is too low, only add the mixed fuel
and 2-stroke oil solution.
6.2.3. Ensure that you use the fuel filter screen on
the fuel filter.
6.3. FUEL CAPACITY FOR THE GEN1000:
6.3.1. GEN1000 – 4L
WARNING:
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 valve is closed before refuelling. Be
careful not to contaminate the fuel with any dust,
dirt, water or other foreign liquids/objects. Please
clean all spilt fuel thoroughly before starting the
generator.
Ensure that the generator is clear from any open
flames. Do not smoke whist refuelling the genera
-
tor.
6.4. CHECKING COMPONENT PARTS:
Before starting the generator please check the
following:
6.4.1. Check for any fuel leaking from any part of
the generator.
6.4.2. Check that all the nuts and bolts are se-
curely tightened on the generator.
6.4.3. Check for any visible damaged components
on the generator.
6.4.4. Check that the generator is not resting on or
adjacent to any electrical wiring.
6.5. CHECK THE GENERATOR SURROUND-
INGS:
WARNING:
Make sure you review each warning in order to
prevent fire hazards. Keep the surrounding area
clear of flammables or other hazardous materials.
Keep the generator at least 3 feet (1 meter) away
from all buildings and or other structures. Only
operate the generator in a dry, well-ventilated area.
Keep the exhaust pipe clear of all foreign objects.
Keep the generator away from open flames. Do
not smoke in close proximity to the generator.
Keep the generator on a flat and level surface.
Do not attempt to block the generator air vents with
any paper or other material/objects.
7. OPERATING PROCEDURES:
7.1. STARTING THE GENERATOR ENGINE:
7.1.1. Turn the engine “KEY” to the “ON/START”
position. FIG.1
7.1.2. Open the fuel valve. FIG.2
7.1.3. Turn the choke lever to “CLOSED” position if
the generator engine is cold. Fig.3
7.1.4. Pull the recoil starter until resistance is felt.
FIG.5
7.1.5. This is the “compression” point. Return the
handle to its original position, and then pull swiftly.
7.1.6. If the generator engine fails to start after
several attempts, repeat above the procedures
with the choke knob returned to the “OPEN” posi-
tion. FIG.4
7.1.7. Do not pull the rope of the recoil starter out
