Tsurumi’s Operation, Service, and Repair Manual
Operating Instructions
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3-1
Operating Controls
(1)
The main operating controls for the generator are, with a few exceptions, mounted on the
front panel of the generator.
(2)
The controls consist of an ENGINE switch, an AUTOTHROTTLE switch, a FULL POWER
switch, a PILOT light, circuit BREAKER(s), a ground (or earth) post, and electrical
receptacles. The specific controls used in each model are shown in Figures 3-1 through
3-4.
NOTE:
The auto throttle feature is not available on Model TPG4-3000HDX, which uses a
hand operated throttle lever.
(3)
The Model
TPG4-7000H-DXE
generator is equipped with a electric starter motor. The
ENGINE switch in this model is a key-operated, STOP/RUN/START switch. The spring-
loaded switch is turned to the right to start the engine, and to the left to shut off the
engine.
(4)
The IDLE Control
switch allows the generator speed to drop to idle speed if there is no
electrical load demand on the generator. When an electrical load is sensed, the idle
function increases the speed of the generator up to operating speed level. When there is
no load, the engine speed returns to idle.
(5)
The FULL POWER switch allows the generator to provide full rated power for the loading
appliances and/or tools. When the FULL POWER switch is set to on, power will be
provided to only one 120 Vac receptacle and one 240 Vac receptacle.
(6)
The PILOT light provides an indication to the operator that the generator is generating
electricity.
(7)
Circuit breakers are provided to protect the generator in the event of a short circuit. The
breakers will trip when the circuit load exceeds the breaker’s rated value.
(8)
The ground post is used to provide a positive ground for the generator. The post has a
wing-nut to quickly connect a ground wire to the generator.
(9)
There are three types of receptacles: one 120 Vac, GFI-protected receptacles (two on
most models), one twist-type, 120 Vac receptacle, and one 120 Vac / 240 Vac,
combination receptacle.
3-2
DC Circuit Controls
(1)
The circuitry for DC circuit consists of a 10 Amp fuse, an overload protector, and a reset
switch. (Model TPG4-7000HDXE only.)
(2)
In the event of an overload, the overload protector will trip the reset switch located
immediately below the engine key starter switch.
