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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE

INSTRUCTIONS

LS0609

GENERATOR

MODEL NO: FG2000

PART NO: 8857725

Summary of Contents for FG2000

Page 1: ...OPERATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS LS0609 GENERATOR MODEL NO FG2000 PART NO 8857725 ...

Page 2: ...factory service GUARANTEE This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase Please keep your receipt which will be required as proof 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 ...

Page 3: ...t 9 BEFORE USING THE GENERATOR 10 Earth point 10 Checking the fuel level 12 USING YOUR GENERATOR 13 Starting the engine 13 Connecting electrical devices 15 DC Power 16 Shutting down the generator 17 MAINTENANCE 18 Changing the engine oil 18 Changing the spark plugs 19 Checking the air filter 20 cleaning the fuel valve filter Draining the fuel tank 21 TROUBLESHOOTING 22 SPECIFICATIONS 23 EXPLODED P...

Page 4: ...re the generator is on a solid flat surface 3 Always ensure 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 away from any source of heat 3 Always refuel in a well ventilated area 4 Never overfill the tank fill to the level s...

Page 5: ...ds to clean the generator 4 NEVER allow the generator air vents to become blocked ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR GENERATORS 1 Always ensure 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 ensure the generator reaches operating speed before connecting...

Page 6: ...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: ...park Plug 2 AC Plug Socket 230V 11 Air Filter 3 AC Overload Reset Button 12 Choke 4 DC Overload Reset Button 13 Fuel Valve 5 DC 12V Outlet 14 Starting Handle 6 Earth Terminal 15 Wheel 7 Oil Filler Cap Dipstick 16 Engine Switch 8 Drain Plug 17 Fuel Tank Cap 9 Muffler ...

Page 8: ...t Should there be any missing or damaged caused during transit contact your Clarke dealer immediately 1 x Generator 2 x Wheels 2 x Axles 2 x Foot Assemblies 1 x Fixings Pack 1 x Double ended Screwdriver 1 x Long reach Spark Plug Box Spanner 1 x Tommy Bar 1 x 12 Volt Charging Lead c w Battery Clips ...

Page 9: ...ts 4 x 12mm nuts 3 Fix the axles to the frame as shown and secure the inside end using a flat washer and 19mm nut provided 4 Slide both wheels on to the axles NOTE Make sure that the valve on each wheel is on the outside 5 Secure the wheel to the axle using a flat washer and 19mm nut provided 6 Carefully place the generator onto its wheels feet ...

Page 10: ...r is correctly located for use See page 4 The fuel system and connectors are intact and there is no leakage NOTE Always use a funnel to fill the fuel tank so as to avoid accidental spillage of fuel If fuel is spilled it must be cleaned up before attempting to start the engine EARTH POINT Always connect the generator to an earth point The earth terminal is shown on the right WARNING ENSURE THERE IS...

Page 11: ...ipstick when doing this 3 H Level L Level If the oil is below the L level on the dipstick fill the oil reservoir to the H level on the dipstick Oil Capacity See Specifications on page 23 We recommend the use of SAE30 oil in this generator 4 Replace the oil filler cap WARNING TO CARRY OUT THIS CHECK PLACE THE GENERATOR ON LEVEL GROUND WITH THE ENGINE SWITCHED OFF WARNING TAKE CARE NOT TO TOUCH ANY ...

Page 12: ... may have accumulated 3 Slowly add fuel to the fuel tank maximum 4 5L RECOMMENDED FUEL We recommend the use of standard unleaded petrol NOTE Do not overfill the fuel tank 4 Replace the fuel filler cap securely WARNING ALWAYS REFUEL IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA AWAY FROM ANY HEAT SOURCES WARNING ALLOW THE UNIT TO COOL DOWN BEFORE REFUELLING WARNING DO NOT LEAVE FUEL WITHIN THE REACH OF CHILDREN ...

Page 13: ...INE 1 Remove all connections from the sockets 2 Set the fuel supply lever to the on position 3 If you are starting the generator cold set the choke lever to the ON position If the generator is warm skip this step 4 Set the engine switch to I ...

Page 14: ...nd then pull up sharply to start the generator NOTE You may have to do this more than once 6 Once the engine has warmed up set the choke lever to the OFF position WARNING ONCE THE GENERATOR HAS STARTED RELEASE THE STARTING HANDLE SLOWLY TO AVOID INJURY DAMAGE AS IT WHIPS BACK ...

Page 15: ...wait for a few minutes and then press the reset button shown on the right CAUTION MAKE SURE THAT THE APPLIANCE BEING CONNECTED IS IN GOOD WORKING ORDER IF IT BEGINS TO ACT ABNORMALLY OR STOPS SUDDENLY DISCONNECT IT FROM THE GENERATOR CAUTION MAKE SURE THE APPLIANCE DOES NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM RATED LOAD FOR THE GENERATOR CAUTION ANY DEVICE WITH CONTAINS AN INDUCTIVE LOAD E G DEVICES THAT CONTAIN A...

Page 16: ...ttery Do not reverse these positions DC OVER LOAD PROTECTOR If the DC overload protector activates wait for a few minutes and then press the reset button shown on the right CAUTION MAKE CONNECTIONS TO THE BATTERY AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE WARNING TO PREVENT THE POSSIBILITY OF CREATING A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY DISCONNECT THE CABLE TO THE GENERATOR FIRST AND THEN DISCONNECT THE BATTERY WARNING AFTER...

Page 17: ...OWN THE GENERATOR 1 Disconnect all appliances connected to the generator 2 Set the engine switch to 0 3 Set the fuel supply lever to OFF NOTE To stop the generator in an emergency simply set the engine switch to OFF ...

Page 18: ...quicker 4 Replace the drain plug and its ring seal 5 Fill the crankcase with engine oil to the H mark on the dipstick See page 11 6 Replace the oil filler cap dipstick ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION One of the most damaging sources of pollution is oil Do not throw away used engine oil in with your domestic trash or down drains and sinks Place it in a leak proof container and take it to your local waste ...

Page 19: ... Remove any carbon that has accumulated around the spark plug 4 Check the spark plug gap a it should be between 0 7 and 0 8 mm adjust if necessary 5 Check the overall condition of the spark plug and replace if necessary 6 Reinstall the spark plug and replace the spark plug cap CAUTION ALLOW THE ENGINE TO COOL BEFORE REMOVING THE SPARK PLUG ...

Page 20: ...5 If the filter is dirty wash the filter 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 sqeeze the filter to remove excess oil 5 Replace the filter back into its original position and replace the air filter cover CAUTION DO NOT USE THE GENERATOR WITHOUT THE AIR FILTER FITTED THIS CAN D...

Page 21: ...n remove the valve filter and O ring 3 Wash these parts in a non flammable solvent Make sure that the valve filter is not damaged 4 Place an approved petrol storage container under the fuel valve and set the fuel supply valve to ON The fuel in the tank will drain into the container 5 Replace the O ring and valve filter and tighten the cup as far as possible ...

Page 22: ...gs See page 19 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 AC breaker has activated Press the AC overload reset button The generator is difficult to start The air filter is dirty Clean the air filter See page 20 The fuel filter is dirty Clean the fuel filter See page 21 If this does not solv...

Page 23: ...6 5 3000 Start system Recoil Fuel tank capacity L 4 5 Fuel consumption L hr 0 8 Duration of run h 5 6 Guaranteed sound power LWA dB 98 Generator Rated Frequency Hz 50 Rated Voltage V 230 Rated Power kVA 2 2 Max Power kVA 2 4 Dimensions Length mm 575 Width mm 435 Height mm 420 Unpacked Weight kg 38 ...

Page 24: ...24 EXPLODED PARTS DIAGRAM ...

Page 25: ...ylinder Head RK200009 24 Bolt Flange 8x180 RK200024 10 Crankshaft Case Assembly RK200010 25 Panel RK200025 11 Stator Cover RK200011 26 AC Socket RK200026 12 Stator Assembly RK200012 27 AC Circuit Breaker RK200027 13 Cooling Fan RK200013 28 DC Circuit Breaker RK200028 14 Brush Assembly RK200014 29 DC Output RK200029 15 Tapping Screw 5x14 RK200015 30 Earth Point RK200030 PARTS AND SERVICING For Part...

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