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Generator 

Section 

12

Generator running instructions – important information

for the operation of LED lights & heating system

The generator charges the 12V battery, allowing the LED lighting and diesel powered heating system and 
inverter powered electrical sockets to be operational without the need for the generator to be running.

ON / 

OFF

Heating

system

LED

lights

Generator needed

for the operation of microwave, kettle and hot water system

ON

 / OFF

To power the 
microwave, 
kettle and hot 
water system, the 
generator needs to 
be running.

The hot water boiler will take roughly

15 minutes

 to reach temperature and will 

remain warm for approximately 

2-3 hours

.

15 mins

to heat up

Retains heat for 

approx.  

2/3 hours

Microwave

Kettle

Hot water system*

Battery charger

Groundhog recommends that the 
generator is left to run for its

full cycle 

(approximately 3 hours) 

at least twice a week,

 depending 

on use. 

This will ensure the

on-board batteries are kept 
charged and in good condition.

NOTE: 

 If the unit is used with additional 12V appliance, the generator may need to be run for longer periods.

* The generator is needed to heat the water. When it reaches its temperature then the generator does not need to run.

Run generator 

for 

full cycle 

at least 

twice 

a week

NOTE

When leaving 
the generator 
run, it will 
automatically 
shut off  and 
reset.

Inverter powered

socket c/w USB

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Summary of Contents for Fusion Pulse GP360

Page 1: ...Innovation that works Innovation that works GP360 GP500 Fusion Pulse User s Guide Mobile Welfare Accommodation Units from groundhog ...

Page 2: ...requirements Groundhog Genquip will not accept liability for any inaccuracy or incorrectly stated legal requirements Regular inspection servicing and periodic maintenance will ensure many years of trouble free operation Copyright 2020 Groundhog UK Limited All rights reserved No part of this material may be reproduced in any form by any means without the express written permission of Groundhog UK L...

Page 3: ... up the Groundhog 12 Positioning 12 Raising and lowering 12 Nosecone 12 Section 8 Operating instructions 13 Single axle 13 Twin axle 14 Section 9 Replacing a wheel 15 Single axle 15 Twin axle 16 Section 10 Looking after your welfare unit 17 Section 11 Interior 18 Overview 18 Microwave oven 18 Cup dispenser 18 Inverter powered socket c w USB connections 18 Soap dispenser 19 Paper towel dispenser 19...

Page 4: ...u get the best possible service from your Groundhog To ensure that The Groundhog is used safely and responsibly we strongly recommend that this manual is read by all users prior to its operation and that the recommendations are followed at all times Groundhog operate a policy of constant improvement and reserve the right to change specifications without notice Secured in less than 3 minutes Single...

Page 5: ...nent Materials and or labour costs to renew repair or replace components due to fair wear and tear Faults arising from the use of non standard or additional parts or any consequential damage or wear caused by the fitting or use of such parts Any white goods fitted i e microwave kettle etc are only covered by a 3 month warranty period Modifications If additional equipment or any third party work mo...

Page 6: ...y only be used on level ground which is able to bear its weight and its load Risk assessment Preparation for towing It is the user s responsibility to carry out a full risk assessment before using the Groundhog The risk assessment should establish a safe zone including but not limited to ground side and overhead hazards such as power supply and communication cables lighting systems drainage system...

Page 7: ... Hydraulic jacks 5 Wheels 6 Main entrance 7 Toilet washroom entrance 8 Warm room entrance generator area Exterior 9 Parking Brake Lever 10 Jockey Wheel Securing Handle 11 Coupling Head 12 Breakaway Cable 13 Lighting Cable and Plug 14 Jockey Wheel Towing assembly 1 9 10 11 12 13 14 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Photo shows GP360 User s Guide Mobile GP360 GP500 Fusion Pulse Units www groundhog co uk 07 Know your Gr...

Page 8: ...n good condition Wheel nuts Check wheel nuts are secured Tighten to 90 NM Wheel nut indicators Wheel nut indicators are a simple way to monitor your wheel nut tightness These wheel nut indicators give you a simple guide to any movement of a wheel nut Tyre pressures Check tyre pressures 90 PSI Wheel nut indicators correctly aligned Wheel nut indicators out of alignment Wheel rim 08 www groundhog co...

Page 9: ... Check handbrake protection skid 1 2 5 6 4 3 7 Damper Ensure damper is in working order 6 Coupling Ensure coupling is secure and free of wear Ball hitch Ensure ball hitch is greased and kept in good condition Wear indicator Undamaged handbrake protection skid Bent handbrake protection skid Frayed breakaway cable Undamaged breakaway cable Damaged coupling gatar Undamaged coupling gatar 1 Breakaway ...

Page 10: ... R Clip and then remove towing pin from vehicle s tow jaw Fig B 3 Ball Manoeuvre the towing vehicle to the unit until the coupling head is directly over the tow ball Fully apply the handbrake of the towing vehicle and switch its engine off Fig C 3 Eye Manoeuvre the towing vehicle to the unit until the coupling head is directly inserted into the vehicle s tow jaw Fully apply the handbrake of the to...

Page 11: ...re C Ball Figure D Eye Figure E Ball Figure F Ball Figure G Eye Figure H Ball Eye Figure I Ball Eye Figure J Ball Figure K Eye Figure L Ball Eye These images refer to towing instructions on previous page User s Guide Mobile GP360 GP500 Fusion Pulse Units www groundhog co uk 11 Towing Section 6 ...

Page 12: ...euvre into position Apply the towing vehicle s parking brake and switch off the engine Next apply the Groundhog s parking brake Uncouple the Groundhog from the towing vehicle and move the vehicle to a safe location Make a thorough inspection of the ground below the Groundhog and remove any foreign objects which may cause problems Remove rear lighting board before lowering the Groundhog To view the...

Page 13: ...y wheel Press DOWN button 2 on control box Fig A to lower unit to the ground Lower steel shroud over drawbar and lock in closed position Departure from site Open shroud and secure in upright position with Securing Bolt Anti Luce and Safety Clip Pin Chain Fig F Pull handbrake to the ON position Press UP button until road wheels are clear of ground Replace jockey wheel into its clamp with the pad an...

Page 14: ...y out to release axle pins Fig D Press the DOWN button 2 and toggle LEFT RIGHT 3 4 alternately to lower unit to the ground Lower steel shroud over drawbar and lock in closed position Fig E Departure from site Open shroud and secure in upright position with Securing Bolt Anti Luce and Safety Clip Pin Chain Fig F Raise front rams by pressing the UP button 1 and hold toggle to the RIGHT 4 until rams ...

Page 15: ...he two lower retaining bolts Check that the wheel nuts are correctly tightened 90 NM M12 19mm socket Lower retaining bolt M10 x 100mm Hex Head Bolt c w Nyloc Nut Apply the welfare unit s parking brake and unhitch the unit from the towing vehicle Remove lower retaining bolt Loosen wheel nuts Lift unit using hydraulic system Remove wheel nuts Remove wheel Replace punctured tyre Tighten wheel nuts Lo...

Page 16: ...e the two lower retaining bolts Check that the wheel nuts are correctly tightened 90 NM M12 19mm socket Lower retaining bolt M10 x 100mm Hex Head Bolt c w Nyloc Nut Apply the welfare unit s parking brake and unhitch the unit from the towing vehicle Remove lower retaining bolt Loosen wheel nuts Lift unit using hydraulic system Remove wheel nuts Remove wheel Replace punctured tyre Tighten wheel nuts...

Page 17: ... must be running START GENERATOR AND LEAVE TO RUN There is a 3 hour timer after this period the generator automatically shuts off NOTE Running the generator on a Friday afternoon helps to ensure the batteries hold their charge ready for use on Monday ENSURE ALL APPLIANCES THAT MAY BE PLUGGED IN ARE REMOVED 1 2 3 Important information on how to get the most out of your Mobile Fusion welfare accommo...

Page 18: ...al clockwise to the time required a bell will ring when the cooking time is complete Door release To open the door and stop the microwave press the door release button Interior Section 11 This is a simple holder for disposable cups which is filled from the top and dispensed from the bottom 1 Lid 2 Cup dispenser The model of microwave oven will vary and you are 1 2 3 4 5 Cup dispenser Provides powe...

Page 19: ...nking water 1 Carry handle 2 Securing strap 3 Shelf 4 Tap 1 2 3 4 B A To insert or remove a soap cartridge first push the release button located under the unit A the catch will release the cover lower carefully Simply remove soap cartridge and replace B To obtain soap press the dosing button with the palm of your hand Soap dispenser B A The towel dispenser is designed for use with paper towels To ...

Page 20: ...ilet reservoir should be undertaken by a suitable toilet service provider To operate the toilet flush after use move the pump lever back and forth until the toilet bowl is clear The toilet wash area consists of a wrist to elbow sink a warm water outlet soap dispenser and towel dispenser To operate warm water apply pressure to foot pedal This will provide hot water until pressure is released Please...

Page 21: ...ot use please contact your hirer for assistance The inverter powered socket is suitable for powering laptops phone chargers and small printers Do not use this socket to plug in any other electrical devices Do Computers laptops Phones Small printers Don t Fridges Extension leads Toasters Water coolers Power tools Transformers Microwaves Heaters Hotplates User s Guide Mobile GP360 GP500 Fusion Pulse...

Page 22: ...eturn the rotary controller to the off position failing this the heater has a built in 8 hour timer relay which will shut the heating down after 8 hours of operation To restart the heating simply turn the rotary controller anti clockwise to the off position then rotate clockwise to your preferred heat setting 1 Heating run timer 2 Heater control 3 Battery voltage indicator CAUTION Do not obstruct ...

Page 23: ...ure and will remain warm for approximately 2 3 hours 15 mins to heat up Retains heat for approx 2 3 hours Microwave Kettle Hot water system Battery charger Groundhog recommends that the generator is left to run for its full cycle approximately 3 hours at least twice a week depending on use This will ensure the on board batteries are kept charged and in good condition NOTE If the unit is used with ...

Page 24: ...ne is fitted with an electric start and automatic choke throttle Press the ON OFF button then press and hold the start button until the engine is running Once running allow the engine to warm up for at least 2 minutes before using power To stop the engine simply press the ON OFF button Note Timer switch is set to 3 hours min How to refill the fuel tank 1 Using the funnel pour fuel directly from je...

Page 25: ...elow sink in canteen area and leave to run until all the water has been pumped out of the system This should take approximately 20 30 seconds Drain both fresh and waste water containers Toilet area Apply pressure to foot pedal situated below sink in the toilet area and leave to run until all the water has been pumped out of the system To bring water heater system out of winterised mode see page 20...

Page 26: ...cing When water changes colour from blue How much toilet fluid is required when replacing the water Minimum of one 250 ml capful per full tank What is the recommended minimum service interval for the toilet Once per week Normal usage 6 men 5 days What kVA can the generator supply Diesel 6kVA What is the capacity of the generator fuel tank 58 litres How long will the generator run on a full tank of...

Page 27: ...Notes User s Guide Mobile GP360 GP500 Fusion Pulse Units www groundhog co uk 27 ...

Page 28: ...press written permission of Groundhog UK Limited Weights and sizes shown may vary slightly Groundhog reserve the right to change specification without prior notice Genquip Ltd Aberafan Road Baglan Industrial Park Port Talbot SA12 7DJ Tel 01639 823484 Fax 01639 822533 Email sales genquip co uk www groundhog co uk Innovation that works Innovation that works ...

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