110V Portable
Generator
Petrol driven, 110V portable generator,
Ideal for powering small
on site tools up to 2000W
Code 41112
110V Portable
Generator
Operating & Safety Guide 655
Operating & Safety Guide 655
655/01
655/01
©HSS Hire Service Group Ltd 2011 No. 655/01
Group Office: 25 Willow Lane, Mitcham, Surrey CR4 4TS
Web Site: http://www.hss.com
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... have you been trained
The law requires that personnel using this type of equipment in
the workplace must be competent and qualified to do so. Training
is available at HSS Training Solutions
0845 766 7799
Never push the equipment beyond its design limits.
If it
will not do what you want with reasonable ease and speed,
assume you have the wrong equipment for the job. Contact
your local HSS Hire for advice.
Keep the equipment clean
- you will find this less of a
chore if you clean it regularly, rather than wait until the end
of the hire period.
When not in use, store the equipment somewhere
clean, dry and safe from thieves.
Keep the engine upright at all times.
If it should become
tipped over, mop up oil and fuel spillage’s and contact your
EQUIPMENT CARE
FINISHING OFF
Switch OFF all equipment powered by the generator.
Set the engine’s ON/OFF switch to OFF and wait for the
engine to stop. Allow generator to cool down.
Finally,
disconnect all leads ready for return
to your local
HSS Hire.
If the engine stops or the
Oil Alert
indicator (red)
comes on when you pull the
starter grip, check the engine oil level
before troubleshooting in other areas.
BEFORE OPERATION
Before beginning operation
check the oil level
. A low oil
level will cause the Oil Alert system to shut down the
engine. Make sure
you have enough fuel for your work
.
Starting with a full tank will help to eliminate or reduce
operating interruptions for refueling.
Once oil level and fuel is checked place the generator on a
level surface and make sure the engine switch is in the OFF
position.
BASIC TECHNIQUES
STARTING THE ENGINE
To prevent a possible fire, keep the generator at least 3
feet (1 meter) away from building walls and other
equipment
during operation. Do not place flammable
objects close to the engine.
Make sure that all appliances connected to the generator
are turned off. The generator may be hard to start if a load
is connected.
Turn the fuel tank cap vent lever to the ON
position.
Make sure the Eco Throttle
Switch is in the OFF position,
or more time will be required for warm-up.
To start a cold engine, move the choke
lever to the CLOSED position. To restart a
warm engine, leave the choke lever in
the OPEN position.
Turn the engine switch to the ON position.
Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel
resistance, then pull briskly.
Notice: Do not allow the starter grip to
snap back against the generator. Return
it gently to prevent damage to the
starter.
If the choke lever was moved to the
CLOSED position to start the engine,
gradually move it to the OPEN position as
the engine warms up.
If you wish to use the Eco Throttle system,
turn on the Eco Throttle after the engine
has warmed up for 2 or 3 minutes.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
To stop the engine in an emergency, simply turn the engine
switch to the OFF position.
Under normal conditions turn off or
disconnect all appliances connected to the
generator.
Turn the generator’s engine
off and allow it to cool. Then turn the fuel tank
cap vent lever to the OFF position.
AC OPERATION
Before connecting an appliance to the generator, make
sure that it is in good working order and that its
electrical rating does not exceed that of the receptacle.
Most motorized appliances require more than their
electrical rating for startup. When an electric motor is
started, the overload indicator (red) may come on. This is
normal if the overload indicator (red) goes off within 4
seconds. If the overload indicator (red) stays on, contact
HSS Hire.
Start the engine and make sure the output indicator (green)
comes on.
Plug an appliance into the 110V Yellow
Socket then turn on the appliance.
If the generator is overloaded, or if there is
a short circuit in a connected appliance, the
overload indicator (red) will go ON. The overload indicator
(red) will stay ON, and after about four seconds, current to
the connected appliance(s) will shut off, and the output
indicator (green) will go OFF. Stop the engine and
investigate the problem.
Determine if the cause is a short circuit in a connected
appliance or an overload. Correct the problem and restart
the generator.
AC APPLICATIONS
Before connecting an appliance or power cord to the
generator
make sure that it is in good working order.
A
faulty appliance or power cord can create a potential for
electrical shock.
If an appliance begins to operate abnormally, becomes
sluggish, or stops suddenly,
turn it off immediately.
Disconnect the appliance, and determine whether the
problem is the appliance or the rated load capacity of the
generator has been exceeded.
Make sure that the combined electrical rating of the tools or
appliances do not exceed that of the generator.
Never
exceed the maximum power rating of the generator.
Power levels between rated and maximum may be used for
no more than 30 minutes.
Note: Substantial overloading will open the circuit
protector. Exceeding the time limit for maximum
power operation or slightly overloading the generator
may not switch the circuit protector OFF, but will
shorten the service life of the generator.
Oil Alert Indicator
local HSS Hire for advice.
Regularly check the fuel level and top up as necessary
with unleaded petrol.
Regularly check the oil level
- when the engine is cold and
on level ground. Where appropriate, open the side panel to
gain access to the engine compartment. Withdraw the
dipstick, wipe it clean, then replace it, remove it a second
time and verify that the oil level is between the min and
max lines,
top up as necessary
. Suitable oils are available
on sale or return from your local HSS Hire.
OIL ALERT
All HSS generators switch off automatically if the
engine oil level falls below a safe level a warning
light will flicker if you try to re start. If this happens,
simply leave the engine to cool and top up the oil
level before attempting to re start.