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Operation and Maintenance Manual

Petrol Generator

8.0 - 9.6 kW Air Cooled

for build numbers:

VRP80-TIN12-TL, VRP96D-TL, VRP96T-TL

Publication No: 498-1019   

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Summary of Contents for VRP80-TIN12-TL

Page 1: ...material form including photography or storing in any medium by electronic means or other without the written permission of the copyright holder except in accordance with the provisions of the Copyri...

Page 2: ...e Control Date Version Author Reason for change Jun 15 Provisional MC Draft for Review by Ken Croft Jun 15 A MC Updated following review and released Jan 17 B MC Upd Warranty Iss H Oct 17 C MC Upd War...

Page 3: ...3 SPECIFICATION 4 Model Specification 4 SAFETY 5 A few words about safety 5 Operator Responsibility 5 Precautions 6 Earthing 6 OPERATION 7 Generator Layout 7 Engine Component Identification 7 Pre Ope...

Page 4: ...ontents PARTS AND SERVICE 17 Contact Details 17 Warranty Statement 17 Functional Spares 17 TRANSPORTATION 18 STORAGE 18 WIRING 19 MANUFACTURER S SERVICE AND USER GUIDES LINKS 20 Vanguard 350000 Series...

Page 5: ...s throughout the generator s life span If in doubt about the functionality of any of the equipment within this document please contact HGI or seek other expert advice Every effort has been made to ens...

Page 6: ...Harrington Generators International 498 1019 2 Petrol Generator...

Page 7: ...trical machines of particular types or for particular applications Generators to be driven by reciprocating internal combustion engines EN60204 1 Safety of machinery Electrical equipment of machines G...

Page 8: ...l purpose electrical supply Model Specification VRP80 TIN12 T Output 8 0 kW 10 0 kVA Output Voltage 110V CTE Alternator S20FS 160 A 2 pole brushless self exciting capacitor controlled Weight kg 1 125...

Page 9: ...he safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death There are four types of safety alert messages use...

Page 10: ...g use and will remain hot for some time after the generator has stopped Do not use the equipment with loose or missing components or guards Additional care should be applied if using the generator in...

Page 11: ...generators However diagramatically the images refer to the standard frame Generator Layout Engine Component Identification Muffler Choke Lever Oil Drain Plug Oil Filler Air Cleaner Fuel Tank Engine F...

Page 12: ...ove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean Oil Dip Stick Oil Fill 2 Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck but do not screw it in 3 If the level is low fill to the full level mark on the...

Page 13: ...gas is toxic Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and even kill Avoid any enclosed areas partially enclosed areas or activities that may expose you to carbon monoxide 1 Perform the Pre Operation Che...

Page 14: ...ional extra and should be driven at least 600 mm into soil High Altitude Operation The generator is capable of operating up to 1000m without significant power reduction At higher altitudes the standar...

Page 15: ...Petrol Generator Operation NOTICE If the fuel shut off valve is left ON for transport the movement may bounce the carburettor float and allow fuel to flood the engine Always ensure that the fuel shut...

Page 16: ...lter Incorrectly set engine speed Low Oil Level Engine starts but stops on load Fuel starvation check filters Choke incorrectly set Dirty Air Filter Engine Speed incorrectly set Low Oil Level No elect...

Page 17: ...ons applicable to your individual needs and use Service Period Item Every 8 hrs or Daily Every 25hrs or Every Season 50hrs or Every Season 100 hrs or Every Season Yearly Check fuel level Check oil lev...

Page 18: ...use and then every 50hrs or season Change oil every 25hrs if using under heavy load or in high temperatures Recommended oil of grade 10W30 or better Drain the oil in the engine while the engine is war...

Page 19: ...Reinstall clean or new air cleaner assembly firmly in base Reinstall plate top side marked UP and nut 4 Reinstall cover Tighten knobs securely Clean Air Cooling System Debris may clog the engine s air...

Page 20: ...t Valve Clearance 0 004 0 006 in 0 10 0 15 mm Refit the rocker cover with a new gasket Alternator Ensure that the cooling air vents do not become blocked by dirt debris etc Check the brushes and slip...

Page 21: ...t 2 html Functional Spares Engine Engine Complete 010 262 Oil Drain Plug A1002 011 Key Switch Assembly A1002 058 Oil Filter Short A1002 014 Ignition Key pair A1002 041 Oil Pressure Switch A1002 010 Sp...

Page 22: ...r Turn the engine slowly with the starter grip to distribute the oil Reinstall the spark plug 4 After removal from storage fill with fresh fuel before starting Please contact HGI for further details A...

Page 23: ...ernational 19 498 1019 Petrol Generator Wiring Wiring If you require details about the wiring of the generator then please contact HGI Sales or Technical Helpline Sales 44 0 1629 824 284 Technical 44...

Page 24: ...are the latest available at the time of publication If in doubt about the recency of the documents then please contact the manufacturer or visit their website for the latest information Vanguard 35000...

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