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PETROL GENERATOR

RECOIL START/KEY START, THD<5%, BUILDERS PACK
MODEL NUMBERS: SABGEN7KBP, SABGEN9KBP

OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY, READ

AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS

AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.

Summary of Contents for SABGEN7KBP

Page 1: ...ETROL GENERATOR RECOIL START KEY START THD 5 BUILDERS PACK MODEL NUMBERS SABGEN7KBP SABGEN9KBP OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TOPREVENT SERIOUS INJURY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALLWARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE ...

Page 2: ...ION 11 ASSEMBLY 12 GENERATOR SET UP 13 POWER LOAD PLANNING MANAGEMENT 18 STARTING THE ENGINE 19 CONNECTING LOADS 21 DC OVERLOAD CUT OUT 22 STOP THE ENGINE 23 DURING AN EMERGENCY 23 CARBON BUILD UP 23 STORAGE 24 MAINTENANCE REPAIR 26 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 28 MAINTENANCE LOG 29 TROUBLESHOOTING 30 WIRING DIAGRAM 31 LABELS SABGEN7KBP 32 LABELS SABGEN9KBP 33 NOTES 34 WARRANTY INFORMATION 36 ...

Page 3: ...ISPLACEMENT 420cc 457cc ENGINE STROKE 4 4 FUEL TANK SIZE L 25L 25L FUEL TYPE Ron 91 Ron 91 OIL CAPACITY 1100ml 1100ml DC POWER 12V 8 3A 12V 8 3A AC OUTLETS 2 240V 15A IP66 Outlets 2 240V 15A IP66 Outlets SPARK PLUG TYPE F7RTC F7RTC STARTING SYSTEM RECOIL ELECTRIC RECOIL ELECTRIC BATTERY 9Ah 14Ah VFT DIGITAL DISPLAY Yes Yes PURE SINE WAVE THD 5 THD 5 ALTERNATOR AVR Automatic Voltage Regulator AVR A...

Page 4: ...n which if not avoided may result in property damage BEFORE STARTING UNPACKING AND DELIVERY INSPECTION You should inspect the generator immediately after you receive delivery If you have missing or damaged parts contact your place of purchase Do not operate this product if there s any issue with the parts Wheel x2 Axle x2 Locking pin x2 Washer x2 Rubber foot x2 M8 x 16mm hex bolt for foot assembly...

Page 5: ...e generator into the power grid could kill utility workers See Set Up as a Building Back Up on page 13 for additional info Before performing any maintenance on the generator disconnect the engine starting battery if equipped to prevent accidental start up Disconnect the cable from the battery post indicated by a NEGATIVE NEG or first Reconnect that cable last Heat Unintentional spark can result in...

Page 6: ... under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention may result in serious personal injury Use personal protective equipment Always wear eye protection Wear approved safety impact eye goggles Dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times This enables better ...

Page 7: ...to increase generator run time Larger tank at pressure or higher elevation will cause to leak from carburettor during operation Fire or explosion could result Adjusting repairing Always turn off generator and remove spark plug s or spark plug wire s before working on the generator to prevent accidental starting Always discharge the capacitor before working on the generator head to prevent electric...

Page 8: ...servation of the operating instructions In particular problems which could influence the safety of use must be immediately dealt with All of the manufacturer s safety work and maintenance regulations as well as the given norms in the Technical Data must be observed STATIC ELECTRICITY AND FILLING THE PETROL TANK Static electricity can initiate from ungrounded petrol tanks or containers from flowing...

Page 9: ...s first brought close to the tank container at the beginning of the fuelling process Flowing Petrol Most people are not aware that petrol accumulates static electric charge while flowing through a hose or pipe This charge then transfers to and accumulates in the gas tank or container that is being filled The total amount of charge accumulation depends on the amount of gas pumped into the container...

Page 10: ...IFICATION Rubber Foot Folding Handle Starter Grip Air Filter Choke Lever Fuel Valve Fuel Cap Fuel Gauge Control Panel See next page for panel identification designed for your generator Oil Fill Cap Dipstick Oil Drain Plug Battery ...

Page 11: ...witch that combines RCD and MCB which automatically turns off in the event of electrical overload This switch can also be used to turn off power supply to each AC outlet LOW OIL INDICATOR The low oil level indicator light illuminates when the oil level is too low If the engine runs low on oil during operation the engine will stop operating within 10 seconds VFT METER This digital display shows Vol...

Page 12: ...ping screw until the screw is snug Repeat process on the other side of the generator to install the second wheel INSTALLING SUPPORTING FEET Fig 3 Parts needed 2 rubber feet 2 M8 screws Raise the front end of the generator high enough to gain access to the bottom of the frame Securely position props underneath to support Line up holes on the support leg bracket to the holes on the front of the gene...

Page 13: ...ccordance with building electrical code and guidelines supplied by your power company A transfer switch does the following Safely connects the generator to your building s electrical system by isolating your generator from your utility company s power lines Connects your generator to a critical subset of your building s circuits that are needed for emergency power needs DANGER A transfer switch mu...

Page 14: ...der to avoid electrical accidents all connections to the distribution panel must be carried out by qualified technicians Incorrect connections can harm people and damage the generator Operating the generator when it s not properly grounded can result in electrical shock Standard generators are protected by electrical separators This equipment has a thermic protection device and or a magnetothermic...

Page 15: ...rds may be used to power devices that are located at a distance from the generator However use only Australian approved outdoor rated grounded extension cords Locate the generator in a convenient place and where possible avoid long extension leads and possible damage to leads by pedestrian or vehicular traffic Extension leads should be heavy duty with at least 1mm of appropriate current rating and...

Page 16: ...lling structure that is in close proximity to the running generator Note that this generator is NOT designed or approved for use in vehicles or marine applications Never run the generator inside RVs or other vehicles on boats or on pick up truck beds WARNING The exhaust from your generator contains carbon monoxide CO a poisonous gas that can kill You cannot smell it see it or taste it Breathing ca...

Page 17: ...tor in extremely dusty or dirty conditions Excessive dust and dirt can cause premature failure of the machine HEARING PROTECTION Generators can produce noise levels 70 dB in close proximity which can be dangerous to human hearing with prolonged exposure to the running generator for an extended period of time WARNING Never attempt to attach ductwork to the muffler system to lower noise levels This ...

Page 18: ...ge can be approximated to be three to five times the running wattage Estimates for the running wattage requirements for common devices are listed in the table below Guidance for starting wattages is provided in the table s footnotes To size your generator correctly you need to use Watts here are some useful calculations Watts Volts x Amps Example 240 Volts x 5 Amps 1200 Watts DEVICE RUNNING WATTS ...

Page 19: ...ge it with the 12V charger included in the package RCBO SAFETY CHECK 1 Lift the clear plastic cover on the panel to access the RCBO safety toggle switch 2 TEST THE RCBO before each and every use by pressing the test button This will immediately cause the unit to trip and shut off the power to the socket outlets If the RCBO fails to switch OFF after depressing the test button marked T then the unit...

Page 20: ...ull the starter grip lightly until you feel the resistance then pull the starter cord out briskly and rapidly Allow starter cord to return slowly 2 When engine starts move choke lever slowly to the RUN position 3 Under long continuous run operating conditions be prepared to check the fuel level through the fuel gauge on the top Never refuel when the generator is in operation WARNING A running engi...

Page 21: ...nstructions 1 Allow engine to reach operating speed by allowing it to warm up for approximately 5 minutes before connecting electrical devices 2 Check the devices to be connected is turned OFF before connecting them to the AC outlets 3 After engine is warmed up begin by connecting the items that require the highest wattage first The recommended sequence is as follows 1 Connect items with motors su...

Page 22: ...INE and remove the plug from the generator socket and disconnect the cable clamps from the battery in that order Note The battery charging socket should only be used while the 240V AC outlets are NOT being used If the battery was originally in a low level of charge the battery will take many hours to recharge fully The time frame will depend on the size of the battery WARNING DO NOT leave battery ...

Page 23: ...e of carbon build up developing Carbon build up in the motor can be reduced by operating the generator at approx 75 of rated load for 25 of the time the generator is used For instance if the generator is used for 4 hours on low wattage run the generator for 1 hour at around 75 of rating If the generator is being used for solely charging a battery it s recommended to run the 240V at around 500W for...

Page 24: ...al fuel in the tank could ignite even if the generator s fuel tank is empty Note Do not store with battery charger always connected Batteries that are over charged can boil dry and produce excessive amounts of hydrogen an explosive gas PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING SPARK PLUG Remove spark plug s in order to ensure the generator cannot be started accidentally in a storage location or by untrained per...

Page 25: ...e the oil and protect the cylinder wall from corrosion during storage 8 Replace spark plug but do not reconnect the spark plug wire REMOVAL FROM STORAGE Follow the normal procedures for pre operation checks and starting Use only fresh fuel to re fill the tank if necessary rather than re using the old fuel A battery may lose some charge when not in use for prolonged periods of time If battery is un...

Page 26: ...cian Obtain factory approved parts Replacement parts If a part needs replacement only use factory approved repair parts Replacement parts that do not meet specifications may result in a safety hazard or poor operation of the generator and will void the warranty CAUTION Be careful not to touch the muffler during or just after the engine has been running INSPECT FUEL SYSTEM CHECK FOR LEAKS Inspect t...

Page 27: ...e electrode gap to 0 7 to 0 8 mm if necessary Seat spark plug in position and thread by hand to prevent cross threading Reconnect spark plug wire Tighten spark plug and put the cap back on spark plug CLEANING AIR FILTER Maintaining an air filter in proper condition is essential Dirt induced through improperly installed improperly serviced or inadequate elements damages and wears out engines Stop t...

Page 28: ...ings and fasteners correct if necessary Additional Notes Service more frequently when used in dusty areas These items should be serviced by your servicing dealer unless you have the proper tools and mechanically proficient skills Failure to follow this maintenance schedule could result in non warrantable failures GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Regular maintenance will improve the performance and extend t...

Page 29: ...ce the engine can void your warranty Please keep records of your service maintenance and repair history to ensure the product has all the required information to action your warranty if so required No Service Date Hours of Operation Action Comments Please note the date and store of purchase Keep your receipt Date of Purchase SABER Batch Number or Serial Number 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 No...

Page 30: ...educed load Faulty power cord Have an electrician replace cord Master 240V switch turned off Check the master 240V switch is ON Repeated overload Overload Reduce load Faulty cords or equipment Check for damaged bare or frayed wires on equipment Replace Generator overheating Generator overloaded Reduce load Insufficient ventilation Move to adequate supply of fresh air Blocked exhaust spark arrestor...

Page 31: ...31 OPERATING MANUAL WIRING DIAGRAM MODEL SABGEN7KBP SABGEN9KBP ...

Page 32: ...32 GENERATOR LABELS SABGEN7KBP ...

Page 33: ...33 OPERATING MANUAL LABELS SABGEN9KBP ...

Page 34: ...34 GENERATOR NOTES ...

Page 35: ...35 OPERATING MANUAL NOTES ...

Page 36: ...hat cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure Warranty claims To make a claim under this warra...

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