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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE

INSTRUCTIONS

LS0310

GENERATOR

MODEL NO: FG3050

PART NO: 8857705

Summary of Contents for FG3050

Page 1: ...OPERATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS LS0310 GENERATOR MODEL NO FG3050 PART NO 8857705 ...

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: ...EFORE USING THE 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 Shutting down the generator 14 MAINTENANCE 15 Changing the engine oil 15 Changing the spark plugs 16 Checking the air filter 17 Cleaning the fuel valve filter draining the fuel tank 18 TROUBLESHOOTING 19 SPECIFICATIONS ...

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 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 a load 4 Never allow the generator to run out of fuel w...

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: ...1 Fuel level gauge 9 Starting handle 2 Fuel tank cap 10 Fuel supply valve 3 AC plug sockets 2x115V 1 x 230V 11 Air filter 4 AC circuit breaker 12 Choke Lever 5 Voltmeter 13 Earth terminal 6 Dipstick 14 Muffler 7 Engine switch 15 Spark plug 8 Drain plug ...

Page 8: ... 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 to start the en...

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 20 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 25L 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: ...INE 1 Remove all connections from the AC sockets 2 Set the AC breaker to the off position 3 Turn on the fuel supply valve 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: ...istance 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 OFF position pushed in WARNING ONCE THE GENERATOR HAS STARTED RELEASE THE STARTING HANDLE SLOWLY TO AVOID INJURY DAMAGE AS IT WHIPS BACK ...

Page 13: ...nerator can supply both 230V AC and 115V AC 1 Connect the appliance to the generator starting with the device that draws the most current 2 Select the voltage that you require using the voltage selector switch 3 Set the circuit breaker to ON ...

Page 14: ...R 1 Disconnect all appliances connected to the generator 2 Set the circuit 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 15: ... quicker 4 Replace the drain plug and it ring seal 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 d...

Page 16: ...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 17: ...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 18: ... 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 19: ...gs See page 16 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 Switch the AC breaker to on The generator is difficult to start The air filter is dirty Clean the air filter See page 17 The fuel filter is dirty Clean the fuel filter See page 18 If this does not solve your ...

Page 20: ...p rpm 8 3600 Ignition type TCI Start system Recoil Fuel tank capacity L 25 Fuel consumption L hr 1 9 Duration of run h 13 Engine oil capacity L 1 1 Guaranteed sound power LWA dB 97 Generator Rated Frequency Hz 50 Rated Voltage V 230 Rated Power kVA 3 0 Max Power kVA 3 0 Dimensions Length mm 683 Width mm 539 Height mm 548 Unpacked Weight kg 65 ...

Page 21: ...21 EXPLODED DIAGRAM PARTS LIST ...

Page 22: ...lt M6 12 1 RKFG3050025 26 Spark plug F6RTCU 1 RKFG3050026 27 Stud M8 35 2 RKFG3050027 28 Flange bolt 4 RKFG3050028 29 Lead wind cover 1 RKFG3050029 30 Gasket cylinder head cover 1 RKFG3050030 31 Cylinder head cover Assy 1 RKFG3050031 32 Bolt 1 RKFG3050032 33 Cylinder head Assy 1 RKFG3050033 34 Outlet pipe 1 RKFG3050034 35 Connecting rod Assy 1 RKFG3050035 36 Piston pin circlip 2 RKFG3050036 37 Pis...

Page 23: ...RKFG3050083 84 Bolt M6 8 3 RKFG3050084 85 Gasket outlet 1 RKFG3050085 86 Exhaust pipe 1 RKFG3050086 NO DESCRIPTION QTY PART NO 87 Gasket exhaust pipe 1 RKFG3050087 88 Outer hood 1 RKFG3050088 89 Muffler 1 RKFG3050089 90 Inner hood 1 RKFG3050090 91 Side hood 1 RKFG3050091 92 Gasket inner hood 1 RKFG3050092 93 Muffler stay 1 RKFG3050093 94 Flange bolt M6 12 7 RKFG3050094 95 Flange bolt M8 25 2 RKFG3...

Page 24: ... 140 Cushion frame 4 RKFG3050140 141 Control panel case 1 RKFG3050141 142 Circuit protector 1 RKFG3050142 143 Consent 2 RKFG3050143 144 Main wire harness Assy 1 RKFG3050144 145 Bolt M6 12 5 RKFG3050145 NO DESCRIPTION QTY PART NO 146 Earth terminal set 1 RKFG3050146 147 Voltmeter 1 RKFG3050147 148 DC terminal 2 RKFG3050148 149 Ignition switch 1 RKFG3050149 150 Control panel 1 RKFG3050150 151 Bearin...

Page 25: ...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 ...

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