Harrington Generators International
498-1019
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Petrol Generator
Transportation / Storage
Transportation
NOTICE
Do not lay the generator on its side when moving, storing, or
operating it. Oil may leak and damage the engine or your property
If the generator has been used, allow it cool for at least 15 minutes before loading the generator on the transport
vehicle. A hot engine and exhaust system can burn you and can ignite some material. To prevent fuel spillage
when transporting, the generator should be secured upright in its normal operating position, with the engine
switch OFF and the fuel valve turned fully ‘‘OFF’’.
Take care not to drop or strike the generator when transporting. Do not place heavy objects on the generator.
Storage
Item
Description
Engine:
Turn the Fuel Valve to the “OFF” position.
Short Term up to 3 months:
Run the engine until it stops
Long Term over 3 months:
For long term storage each engine manufacturer will have their own recommendations
typically:
1. Replace engine oil with a special inhibiting oil.
2. Drain the fuel from the system.
3. Remove the spark plug. Put a tablespoon of engine oil into the cylinder. Turn the
engine slowly with the starter grip to distribute the oil. Reinstall the spark plug.
4. After removal from storage,
fi
ll with fresh fuel before starting.
Please contact HGI for further details.
Alternator:
No special requirements other than store in a dry well ventilated place.
If the generator has been stored for a considerable period of time e.g. several years
the alternator insulation winding resistance should be checked as they can absorb
moisture. The insulation resistance must be at least 1 M
Ώ
(one mega ohms). If it is
less than this then the alternator windings can be dried out by placing the alternator
in an oven at 60-70°C for a few hours with plenty of air movement. Generally if this
procedure is required consider replacing the alternator.
Flashing the Alternator: if ther is no electrical output after long term storage the
alternator may have lost it’s residual magnetism. There is a procedure to re-magnetise
the alternator.
Please contact HGI for details.
Electrical :
No special requirements other than store in a dry well ventilated place.
General:
Store in dry, well ventilated and dust free place.
If the generator is to be stored long term it would be bene
fi
cial to start and run the
generator under electrical load for half an hour every three months and then store as
above ( but no need to change the oil).
