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5. STORAGE FOR MORE THAN 30 DAYS
If you store the generator for more than 30 days it is essential to protect the fuel system by draining all the fuel.
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WARNING! Diesel is flammable and the vapour is explosive. Do not permit smoking, naked flames, sparks or heat in the vicinity
while handling fuel. Avoid spilling fuel onto a hot engine. Comply with all laws regulating storage and handling of fuels.
5.1.
CLEAN
5.1.1. Remove debris and dust accumulations from the generating set surfaces.
5.2.
DRAINING THE FUEL
5.2.1. Siphon the fuel from the fuel tank into an approved container.
5.2.2. Start the engine and allow it to run until it stops from lack of fuel.
5.3.
CHANGE THE ENGINE OIL
5.3.1 To change the engine oil, refer to the instructions in paragraph 4.2.
5.4.
ALTERNATOR PROTECTION
5.4.1. Remove the end cover and put desiccant bags inside the alternator.
5.4.2. Refit the alternator end cover.
5.4.3. Cover the alternator air inlets and outlets with plastic adhesive tape.
5.5.
STORAGE
5.5.1. Store the generator in a safe, dry, childproof area, free of excessive humidity and dust.
4.4. AIR FILTER
Note:
If the air filter is dirty, air flow to the engine will be restricted causing smoky exhaust, reduced power and increased fuel consumption.
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WARNING! Never try to clean the element. Always replace it.
4.4.1. Remove the access panel (fig. 8).
4.4.2. Unscrew the wing nut (fig. 9.2) and remove the air filter cover (fig. 9.1). Lift out the filter element (fig. 9.3).
4.4.3. Fit the new element, replace cover and retain with the wing nut and washer.
4.4.4. Replace the access cover.
4.5. FUEL FILTER
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WARNING! Never try to clean the fuel filter. Always replace it.
4.5.1. Remove the access panel (fig. 8).
4.5.2. Turn off the fuel valve (see fig. 9).
4.5.3. Disconnect the fuel lines from the fuel filter (fig. 9.4).
4.5.4. Fit the new filter and replace the access cover.
4.6.
CLEANING THE GENERATING SET
4.6.1. Clean the generating set using a brush and cloth (water jet cleaning is not recommended). Clean the alternator air inlets and the battery casing.
4.6.2. Make the most of this cleaning by checking the condition of the generating set and change any defective or worn parts.
4.7.
BATTERY
4.7.1. Check that the battery case and the terminals are clean.
Note: Since the battery is Maintenance Free no other action is required.
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6. TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
CAUSE
ACTION
Engine will not start.
Fuel tap not turned on.
Turn fuel on.
No fuel in tank.
Fill fuel tank.
Fuel control not in Run position.
Set control correctly.
Valve lifter applied.
Return lever to the run position (vertical).
Air or fuel filter blocked.
Replace filter.
Engine runs roughly.
Air or fuel filter partially blocked.
Replace filter.
Dirty/stale fuel.
Drain and replace fuel.
Injection system fault.
Contact Sealey service agent.
No electrical output.
Voltage selector switch
incorrectly positioned.
Select the correct voltage.
Circuit breaker tripped.
Re-set circuit breaker.
