PETROL GENERATOR GT SERIES OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
TRADE SERIES
There may be Federal or State Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations,
local codes, or ordinances that apply to the intended use of the generator. Please consult a qualified
electrician, electrical inspector, or the local agency having jurisdiction.
• In some areas, generators are required to be registered with local utility companies.
• If the generator is used at a construction site, there may be additional regulations that must be
observed.
NOTICE
GROUNDING THE GENERATOR
Standard generators are protected by electrical separators. This equipment has a thermic protection
device and/or a magne to thermic device to protect against a surge of current, overloading and short-
circuiting. In these cases the Generator should under no circumstances be earthed using the terminal
“PE” or with any other part of the generator.
If a licensed electrician installs the generator with a connection to your building’s electrical circuit for use
as a back-up power system, grounding may alternatively be completed through the building’s grounding
system. Ask your electrician.
If the generator is not grounded through your building’s electricial system, follow the procedure below.
This precedure can only be carried out by a licensed electrician.
In order to avoid electrical accidents, all connections to the distribution panel must be carried out by
qualified technicians. Incorrect connections can harm people and damage the generator.
Operating the generator when it’s not properly grounded can result in electrical shock.
Grounding is not required when the generator is used as a portable power source. Below grounding
method is only needed by a qualified electrician if not connecting through your building’s electrical
system.
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1. Drive a 3/4" or 1" copper pipe or rod into the
ground close to the generator. The pipe/rod
must penetrate moist earth - the depth required
will be dictated by local soil conditions.
2. Connect an approved ground clamp to the pipe.
3. Run a 10 gauge wire from the clamp to the
generator grounding post located on the rear of
the generator head.
4. Do not connect the generator grounding post
to a water pipe or a ground used by a radio
system.
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OPERATING MANUAL
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WARNING
Grounding is not required when the generator is used as a portable power source.
Below grounding method is only needed by a qualified electrician if not connecting
through your building’s electrical system.
If the generator is not grounded through your building’s electricial system, follow the
procedure below. This precedure can only be carried out by a licensed electrician.
1. Drive a ¾” or 1” copper pipe or rod into
the ground close to the generator. The
pipe/rod must penetrate moist earth – the
depth required will be dictated by local soil
conditions.
2. Connect an approved ground clamp to the
pipe.
3. Run a 10 gauge wire from the clamp to the
generator grounding post located on the
rear of the generator head.
4. Do not connect the generator grounding
post to a water pipe or a ground used by a radio system.
IMPORTANT!
This generator is fitted with a MEN link cable, the neutral is internally bonded to the generator
earth. When a licensed electrician is installing the generator to a building to be used as backup
power the MEN must be removed. The MEN link is located is underneath the alternator end cap
which is labeled to indicate its location. The MEN link cable clearly labeled as “MEN Link”.
EXTENSION CORDS
Extension cords may be used to power devices that are located at a distance from the
generator. However, use only Australian approved outdoor - rated, grounded extension cords.
Locate the generator in a convenient place and where possible avoid long extension leads and
possible damage to leads by pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
Extension leads should be heavy duty with at least 1mm, of appropriate current rating and
in any case not less than 1mm cross-section of conductor and must incorporate an earthing
conductor to ensure that there is no voltage difference between the generater set and any
equipment powered by the generater.
The electrical continuity of the ‘earthing’ core should be checked periodically from pin to socket
to ensure continued electrical safety. Some electrical appliances, e.g. portable drills, are marked
or ‘double insulated’, in which case there should not be an earthing conductor in
its mains lead (even though it may have a three-pin plug).
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WARNING
Use of under sized extension cords can cause electric shock, fire, or damage to
connected devices. All extension and appliance cords must be in good condition
and not worn, bare, frayed, or otherwise damaged.
Use of damaged electric cords can cause electric shock or fire. Note: If an extension
cord becomes hot to the touch, it is overloaded or damaged and must be replaced.
SABER is NOT responsible for damage or injury resulting from customer use of
inadequate extension cords.
SELECT A SUITABLE SITE
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GENERATOR
CHARGING A BATTERY
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WARNING
It’s suggested to wear protective clothing, gloves and eye protection when handling
and working with lead acid batteries. For operators with pacemakers or similar
medical devices and conditions, it is recommended not to attempt the following
procedure.
DO NOT attempt to charge a lead acid battery in confined areas. Ensure the charging
process takes place in an area where there is fresh air circulating.
Remove the battery from the car, boat or any other device. The battery MUST be totally isolated
from any other circuitry. After connection to the battery, RECHECK to ensure the connections
are as below.
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Insert the T-shaped plug to the generator with the opposite end of the cable connected to
the battery.
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Connect the positive (+) alligator clip (red) to the positive (+) terminal on the battery.
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Connect the negative (-) alligator clip (black) to the negative (-) terminal on the battery.
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Start the generator and allow the generator to warm up.
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Check the DC reset button is pressed inward (ON position).
The battery charging process is now underway. To disconnect the battery on charge, STOP THE
ENGINE and remove the plug from the generator socket and disconnect the cable clamps from
the battery, in that order.
Note: The battery charging socket should only be used while the 240V AC outlets are NOT
being used. If the battery was originally in a low level of charge, the battery will take many
hours to recharge fully. The time frame will depend on the size of the battery.
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WARNING
DO NOT leave battery charging unattended. Charging battery for a long period of
time can damage the battery once the battery is full.
Over-charging or over-heating can damage the battery, the water and acid solution
can boil and leak out of the battery.
DC OVERLOAD CUT OUT
CAUTION
Exceeding the rated capacity of your generator can result in serious damage to your
generator and connected apparatus.
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The DC circuit has a circuit breaker to protect the generator from over loading.
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If the circuit breaker trips, unplug all electrical apparatus from the generator.
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Let the overload cut out switch to cool down and remove the load from the DC circuit.
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Press the DC reset button.
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When re-connecting the DC load, reduce the load which previously overloaded the
generator.
Note: Some batteries, depending on the size, battery condition or level or charge may exceed
the max current output from the generator and trip the overload DC circuit breaker.
OPERATION
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