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Switching the engine off
To stop the engine in an emergency: set the engine switch to
0 OFF
.
Stopping the engine normally:
1. Turn off all applied load devices.
2. Set the engine switch (1) to the
0 OFF
position.
3. Close the fuel tank air vent (7).
Connecting electrical devices
Before making any connections, first inspect the electrical device and any cables for damage. All cables and
connectors must be approved for outdoor use.
If an applied load begins to act abnormally or stops suddenly:
• Switch it off and disconnect it from the generator immediately.
• Investigate the cause of the problem.
• Make sure that the rated power of the applied load does not exceed the maximum power of the generator.
Do not exceed the generator’s rated power of 1800 W (continuous operation).
Using the 230 V AC sockets
1. Start the engine and make sure that the green output indicator light (14) comes on.
2. Plug the applied load into the AC socket/s.
Bear in mind that most devices require more than their rated wattage for start-up than during normal operation.
Overload
1. If the generator is overloaded, if the applied load is short-circuited or if the generator is overheated, the red
overload indicator light (13) will come on.
2. Approximately 5 seconds later, the current to the socket outlets will be cut off. The red overload indicator
light will stay on.
3. The green output indicator light (14) will go out.
4. Switch the engine off and investigate the cause of the problem.
5. Then engine must be restarted to reset the generator.
12 V DC socket for charging batteries
The 12 V outlet is only intended for charging lead-acid batteries such as car batteries >60 Ah. The DC output
current and voltage are not regulated and will vary depending on the speed of the engine and whether or not
the economy mode is activated. The maximum charging current is 8.3 A.
Note:
Battery charging must be supervised and discontinued manually otherwise there is a risk of the battery
fluid boiling and damaging the battery. Whilst a battery is being charged it will emit an explosive oxyhydrogen
gas mixture. Batteries should be charged in well-ventilated areas, and well away from sources of ignition.
For more efficient car battery charging, we recommend that a 230 V AC car battery charger is connected to
the 230 V AC outlet of the generator.
Note:
Do not connect lead-acid batteries with capacities less than 60 Ah.
The 12 V outlet is unregulated, i.e. the output voltage depends on the speed of the engine and the load on
the generator. If the economy mode is selected and no applied load is connected to the 230 V AC socket,
the charging current is 1/3 of the rated current (approx. 2.7 A). The 12 V socket is equipped with a circuit
breaker (16) which trips if the socket is overloaded. If this happens, disconnect the battery and investigate
the cause. Reset the circuit breaker by pushing the button in.
Warning:
First connect the battery charging lead to the DC socket of the generator and then to the battery.
