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ST-GP1200
1200W Generator
Table of Contents
Introduction
.............................................................. 03
Safety Guidelines – Definitions
.............................. 04
General Precautions
................................................ 05
Carbon Monoxide .......................................... 05
Gasoline and Oil ............................................ 05
Hot Components ........................................... 06
Power Output ................................................ 06
Work Area ..................................................... 06
Electrical Safety ............................................ 07
Personal Safety ............................................. 07
General Use and Care .................................. 08
Servicing........................................................ 08
Installation ..................................................... 09
Mechanical .................................................... 09
Chemicals...................................................... 10
Noise ............................................................. 10
Extension Cords ............................................ 10
Controls and Features
............................................. 11
Generator ...................................................... 11
Control Panel ................................................ 12
Installation
................................................................ 13
General Location ........................................... 13
Support and Mounting ................................... 14
Grounding...................................................... 14
Add Engine Oil .............................................. 14
Add Fuel ........................................................ 14
Operation
.................................................................. 15
Starting .......................................................... 15
Surge Protection ........................................... 15
Capacity ........................................................ 15
Power Management ...................................... 16
Connecting Electrical Loads.......................... 16
Stopping the Engine ...................................... 16
Wattage Reference Guide
........................................ 17
Your Power Needs ......................................... 17
Inspection, Cleaning, and Maintenance
................. 18
Changing Oil .................................................. 18
Spark Plug ..................................................... 19
Air Filter .......................................................... 19
Spark Arrester (optional) ................................ 19
Cleaning ......................................................... 19
Maintenance Schedule .................................. 19
Storage .......................................................... 20
Transporting ................................................... 20
Specifications
............................................................ 21
Parts Lists
.................................................................. 22
Crankcase Assembly ..................................... 22
Crankcase Cover Assembly .......................... 22
Crankshaft Assembly ..................................... 22
Cylinder Head Assembly ............................... 23
Air Filter Assembly ......................................... 24
Piston & Connecting ...................................... 24
Carburetor Assembly ..................................... 24
Centrifugal Assembly ..................................... 24
Flywheel Assembly ........................................ 25
Starter Assembly............................................ 25
Generator Assembly ...................................... 26
Gas Tank ....................................................... 26
Control Panel Assembly ................................ 27
Muffler ............................................................ 27
Frame Assembly ............................................ 27
Troubleshooting
........................................................ 28
Warranty Identification
............................................. 29
Limited Warranty
....................................................... 30
WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL
INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, AND/ OR VOIDING OF YOUR WARRANTY. SMARTER TOOLS WILL
NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
