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CHANGING THE SPARK PLUGS

1. Remove the spark plug cap from

the spark plug.

2.

Add pic

Use the supplied spark plug
spanner to remove the spark plug.

3. Remove any carbon that has

accumulated around the
sparkplug.

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.

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Summary of Contents for FG3000

Page 1: ...OPERATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS LS0609 GENERATOR MODEL NO FG3000 PART NO 8857700 ...

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: ... GENERATOR 8 Earth point 8 Checking the engine oil level 9 Checking the fuel level 10 USING YOUR GENERATOR 11 Starting the engine 11 Connecting electrical devices 13 DC power 14 Shutting down the generator 15 MAINTENANCE 16 Changing the engine oil 16 Changing the spark plugs 17 Checking the air filter 18 cleaning the fuel valve filter Draining the fuel tank 19 TROUBLESHOOTING 20 SPECIFICATIONS 21 ...

Page 4: ...s ensure 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 l...

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: ... gauge 10 AC plug sockets 2 x 230V 2 Fuel tank cap 11 Dipstick 3 Engine switch 12 Drain plug 4 Power Indicator 13 Starting handle 5 Voltmeter 14 Air filter 6 AC breaker 15 Fuel supply valve 7 DC reset Button 16 Muffler 8 DC 12V outlet 17 Spark plug 9 Earth Terminal ...

Page 8: ...at 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 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 removed from the unit before attempting...

Page 9: ...pstick 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 21 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 O WARNING TAKE CARE NOT TO TOUCH ANY...

Page 10: ...r check this filter periodically and remove any contaminants which may have accumulated 4 Slowly add fuel to the fuel tank maximum 15L watching the fuel level gauge as you do so RECOMMENDED FUEL We recommend the use of standard unleaded petrol NOTE Do not overfill the fuel tank 5 Replace the fuel filler cap securely WARNING ALWAYS REFUEL IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA AWAY FROM ANY HEAT SOURCES WARNING...

Page 11: ...Remove all connections from the AC sockets 2 Set the breaker to the off position 3 Turn the fuel supply valve to the on position 4 If you are starting the generator cold set the choke lever to the ON position If the generator is warm skip this step ...

Page 12: ...l resistance and then pull up sharply to start the generator NOTE You may have to do this more than once 7 Once the engine has warmed up set the choke lever to the RUN position WARNING ONCE THE GENERATOR HAS STARTED RELEASE THE STARTING HANDLE SLOWLY TO AVOID INJURY DAMAGE AS IT WHIPS BACK ...

Page 13: ...ance to the generator starting with the device that draws the most current 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 ...

Page 14: ... battery charging leads to the generator 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 A...

Page 15: ...RATOR 1 Disconnect all appliances connected to the generator 2 Set the breaker to OFF 3 Set the engine switch to O 4 Set the fuel supply valve to OFF NOTE To stop the generator in an emergency simply Set the engine switch to O ...

Page 16: ... quicker 4 Replace the drain plug and its seal ring 5 Fill the crankcase with engine oil to the H mark on the dipstick See page 9 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 17: ...lug 3 Remove any carbon that has accumulated around the sparkplug 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 18: ...irty 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 4 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 DAMAGE THE GENERATOR ...

Page 19: ... remove the valve filter and O ring 3 Wash these parts in a non inflammable 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 20: ...ugs See page 17 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 is switched off Switch the AC breaker on The generator is difficult to start The air filter is dirty Clean the air filter See page 18 The fuel filter is dirty Clean the fuel filter See page 19 If this does not solve your ...

Page 21: ... rpm 6 5 3000 Ignition type Mag Start system Recoil Fuel tank capacity L 15 Fuel consumption L hr 1 4 Duration of run h 11 Engine oil capacity L 0 6 Guaranteed sound power LWA dB 96 Generator Rated Frequency Hz 50 Rated Voltage V 230 Rated Power kVA 2 6 Max Power kVA 2 8 Dimensions Length mm 592 Width mm 498 Height mm 432 Unpacked Weight kg 45 ...

Page 22: ...22 EXPLODED PARTS DIAGRAM ...

Page 23: ...6 12 2 RKFG300031 10 Shock Absorber 4 RKFG300010 32 Fuel tank 15L 1 RKFG300032 11 Nut M8 8 RKFG300011 33 Fuel tank cock assem 1 RKFG300033 12 Spring washer Ø8 2 RKFG300012 34 Clamp 2 RKFG300034 13 Washer Ø8 2 RKFG300013 35 Fuel pipe 1 RKFG300035 15 Screw M6 12 4 RKFG300015 36 Fuel tank assembly 1 RKFG300036 17 Flange bolt M6 12 1 RKFG300017 37 Strainer 1 RKFG300037 18 Gasket 2 RKFG300018 38 Fuel m...

Page 24: ...ase contact your nearest dealer or CLARKE International on one of the following numbers PARTS SERVICE TEL 020 8988 7400 PARTS SERVICE FAX 020 8558 3622 or e mail as follows PARTS Parts clarkeinternational com SERVICE Service clarkeinternational com ...

Page 25: ...25 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ...

Page 26: ...26 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ...

Page 27: ...27 NOTES ...

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