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Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: [email protected] or [email protected]

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

CAUSE

SOLUTION

The generator 
fails to start

Engine switch is off.

Set the engine switch to ‘on’.

Not enough oil in the 
generator.

Add more oil, See page 11.

No fuel

Add more fuel, See page 12

Spark plug not working 
correctly.

Change the spark plug, See 
page 21.

The generator 
fails to generate 
electricity

The device you are trying 
to power is faulty.

Make sure the device you want 
to power is working properly.

The overload indicator is 
on.

Remove the appliance 
immediately, do not connect 
any appliance that requires 
more than 800W.

(DC supply only) The DC 
Overload protector has 
activated.

Press the reset button. See 
page 17.

The generator is 
difficult to start

The air filter is dirty.

Clean the air filter. See page 20

If this does not solve your problem, please contact the CLARKE service 
department. see below.

Summary of Contents for 8877105

Page 1: ...OPERATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS GC1220 ISS 2 ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS 800W INVERTER GENERATOR MODEL NO IG950C PART NO 8877105 ...

Page 2: ... of purchase This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or tampered with in any way or not used for the purpose for which it was intended Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase no product can be returned to us without prior permission This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights ENVIRONMENTAL RECYCLING POLICY Through purchase of this product t...

Page 3: ...W 7 UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY 8 BEFORE USING THE GENERATOR 8 Earthing 9 Checking the air filter 10 Check the engine oil level 11 Check the fuel level 12 USING YOUR GENERATOR 13 Starting the engine 13 Economy switch 15 Connecting electrical devices 15 Indicator lights 17 Shutting down the generator 18 MAINTENANCE 19 Engine oil every 20 hours of use 19 Air filter every 50 hours of use 20 Spark plug eve...

Page 4: ...lid flat surface 3 Make sure the surrounding area is free from any material that could burn or be damaged by heat 4 Never move or tilt the generator whilst it is switched on FIRE PREVENTION 1 Always switch the engine OFF when refuelling 2 Always refuel in a well ventilated area 3 Never overfill the tank fill to the level specified See Check the fuel level on page 12 4 Never smoke whilst refuelling...

Page 5: ...he generator ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR GENERATORS 1 Always make sure the applied load does not exceed the generator rating Overloading the generator is dangerous and could cause serious damage 2 Always disconnect the generator when carrying out any maintenance 3 Always allow the generator to reach operating speed before connecting a load 4 Never allow the generator to run out of fuel when a load...

Page 6: ...nal com or Service clarkeinternational com SAFETY SYMBOLS Caution The user should be aware of a general hazard Dangerous Voltage Flammable Hot Surface Do not touch Poisonous fumes Do not use the generator in an enclosed space Read Instruction manual before use ...

Page 7: ...O DESCRIPTION 1 Air Vent Knob 10 Earthing Point 2 Fuel Cap 11 Economy Control Switch 3 Fuel Valve Knob 12 AC Socket 4 Starting Handle 13 DC Socket 5 Side Maintenance Cover 14 DC Circuit Breaker 6 Top Maintenance Cover 15 Output Indicator 7 Muffler 16 Overload Indicator 8 Choke 17 Oil Alarm Indicator 9 Engine ON OFF Switch 18 Primer Bulb ...

Page 8: ...the generator Before using your generator check that The generator is in good condition and free from any damage The generator is clean and free from fuel or oil spillage The generator is correctly located for use See page 4 There is no leakage NOTE To avoid accidental spillage of fuel always use a funnel to fill the fuel tank If fuel is spilled it must be removed from the unit before attempting t...

Page 9: ... Attach the cable to the generator at the earth point shown on the right Connect the other end to the spike between a flat washer and the copper rod with a lock washer under the head of the M6 machine screw in a similar fashion to the earth point screw on the generator When pushing the spike into the ground the generator must not be running and it is suggested that the spike is pushed into the gro...

Page 10: ...s damaged contact the CLARKE spare parts department for a replacement If the filter is dirty wash it in a solution of warm water and mild detergent and rinse thoroughly Leave the filter to dry completely Once it is dry immerse the filter in clean engine oil and squeeze the filter to remove excess oil 6 Replace the filter into its original position and replace and secure the air filter cover then r...

Page 11: ...e and then remove it again 5 Max Level Min Level If the oil is below the Min level on the dipstick top up the oil reservoir with fresh oil Do not fill above the max level mark 0 25 litres We recommend the use of SAE30 oil in this generator CLARKE part number 3050852 Do not tilt the generator when adding engine oil This could result in overfilling and damage to the engine 6 Replace the oil filler c...

Page 12: ...unleaded petrol with a octane number of 86 or higher WARNING MAKE SURE THERE IS 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 WARNING FUEL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND POISONOUS WARNING SEE GENERAL SAFETY RULES ON PAGE 4 AND READ THEM CAREFULLY BEFORE REFUELING WARNING DO NOT FILL ABOVE THE TOP OF THE FUEL ...

Page 13: ...R GENERATOR STARTING THE ENGINE 1 Remove all connections from the AC sockets 2 Hold the fuel tank cap so that it will not move and turn the air vent knob to the open position 3 Turn fuel valve to the ON position pointing right 4 Set the engine switch to ON 5 Move the choke lever to the right to the Choke position ...

Page 14: ...tarting handle lightly until you start to feel resistance and then pull up sharply to start the engine NOTE You may have to do this more than once NOTE When you first start the generator the overload indicator may light up for a few seconds this is normal If the overload indicator is still lit after 5 seconds stop the engine and contact your CLARKE dealer 8 Once the engine has warmed up move the c...

Page 15: ...e connecting it to the generator 3 Connect the appliance max load 800W to the generator CAUTION THE ECONOMY CONTROL DOES NOT WORK EFFECTIVELY IF THE ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE REQUIRES BURSTS OF POWER CAUTION TURN THE ECONOMY CONTROL FEATURE OFF WHEN CONNECTING HIGH LOAD APPLIANCES OR WHEN CONNECTING TO THE DC OUTPUT CAUTION MAKE SURE THAT THE APPLIANCE BEING CONNECTED IS IN GOOD WORKING ORDER IF IT BEG...

Page 16: ...g leads to the battery Make sure you clamp the red wire to the positive terminal and the black wire to the negative terminal of the battery 4 Connect the battery charging leads to the generator The battery will begin to charge 5 Monitor the voltage across the battery regularly during charging and disconnect the battery when the voltage reaches 14 4 volts WARNING FOR YOUR SAFETY PERFORM THE FOLLOWI...

Page 17: ...load indicator Red will light up if there is an overload or a short circuit in the connected appliance If this happens proceed as follows 1 Turn off any connected electrical devices and stop the engine 2 Reduce the total wattage of connected electric devices to within the rated output of the generator 3 Check air inlet and around the control unit If any blockages are found remove them 4 After chec...

Page 18: ...top the generator in an emergency simply set the engine switch to OFF NOTE Turn off any electric devices NOTE Set the economy control switch to the 0 OFF position 1 Disconnect any electric devices 2 Turn the fuel valve knob to OFF pointing left 3 Turn the air vent knob to the Close position 4 Set the engine switch to the 0 OFF position ...

Page 19: ...tor is heavy 4 Max Level Min Level Fill the oil reservoir with fresh oil Do not fill above the max level mark 0 25 litres We recommend the use of SAE30 oil in this generator CLARKE part number 3050852 5 Replace the oil filler cap and maintenance panel ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION One of the most damaging sources of pollution is oil Do not throw away used engine oil in with your domestic waste or down ...

Page 20: ...f the air filter is damaged contact the CLARKE spare parts department for a replacement If the filter is dirty wash it in a solution of warm water and mild detergent and then rinse thoroughly Leave the filter to dry completely once it is dry immerse the filter in clean engine oil and squeeze the filter to remove excess oil 6 Replace the filter into its original position and replace and secure the ...

Page 21: ... the spark plug cap from the spark plug 3 Fit the spark plug box spanner over the spark plug as shown 4 Remove the side panel and use the screwdriver supplied to turn the spark plug box spanner as shown 5 When the spark plug has been removed check for discoloration and use a wire brush to remove any carbon build up CAUTION ALLOW THE ENGINE TO COOL BEFORE REMOVING THE SPARK PLUG ...

Page 22: ...KE Spare Parts department 020 8988 7400 8 Reinstall the spark plug and replace the spark plug cap and top panel FUEL TANK FILTER EVERY 100 HOURS OF USE OR EVERY 6 MONTHS Just inside the fuel tank is a fuel filter check this filter periodically and remove any contaminants which may have accumulated 1 Remove the fuel tank cap 2 Lift out the filter inside 3 Clean the filter with solvent If the filter...

Page 23: ...k plug See page 21 The generator fails to generate electricity The device you are trying to power is faulty Make sure the device you want to power is working properly The overload indicator is on Remove the appliance immediately do not connect any appliance that requires more than 800W DC supply only The DC Overload protector has activated Press the reset button See page 17 The generator is diffic...

Page 24: ...ad h 5 3 Engine oil capacity L 0 25 Guaranteed sound power LWA dB 93 dB Generator Rated Frequency Hz 50 Rated AC Voltage V 230 Rated Output Power Continuous W 700 Maximum Measured Output Power W 800 Output Type Modified Sine Wave Rated DC Voltage V 12 Rated DC Current A 4 Rated AC Output Current A 3 04 Rated Power Factor 1 Performance Class G1 Quality Class A IP Rating IP23M Dimensions Length mm 3...

Page 25: ...25 Parts Service 020 8988 7400 E mail Parts clarkeinternational com or Service clarkeinternational com DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ...

Page 26: ...26 Parts Service 020 8988 7400 E mail Parts clarkeinternational com or Service clarkeinternational com DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ...

Page 27: ...27 Parts Service 020 8988 7400 E mail Parts clarkeinternational com or Service clarkeinternational com OTHER GENERATORS IN THE CLARKE RANGE ...

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