3. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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PRE-OPERATIONAL CHECKS
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WARNING! Before use, ensure you read, understand and comply with the safety instructions in this document. Ensure you
fully understand the application and limitations, as well as the potential hazards, of the generator.
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WARNING! Never connect the generating set earth lead to pipes. Pipes may carry inflammable substances such as gas or
domestic fuel and there is a risk of fire or explosion in the event of a short circuit.
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WARNING! Never run the engine without the air filter fitted.
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Check the air filter to ensure it is clean and in good condition.
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Check that the generator is standing on a flat, horizontal surface.
3.1
FILLING WITH FUEL AND OIL
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WARNING! NEVER refuel when the engine is running or when the engine is hot. Allow the engine some time to cool down.
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WARNING! Petrol is highly flammable and petrol vapour is explosive.
3.1.1
Ensure all electrical loads are disconnected.
3.1.2 Ensure the area around the fuel tank filler is clean.
3.1.3
Remove the fuel tank filler cap, check the level of the fuel and refill with the recommended fuel if necessary. Use unleaded petrol
(95RON) to minimise combustion chamber deposits.
3.1.4
Do not over-fill the fuel tank. Always leave some room for the fuel to expand.
3.1.5
Visually inspect the oil level regularly. Take out the oil filler cap / dipstick, clean and re-insert in the filler hole but do not screw it
in. If oil level is below the end of the dipstick, refill with recommended oil, up to the top of the filler neck (fig.3).
3.1.6
Use only high-detergent, premium quality 4-stroke engine oil.
Note: The Low Oil Alarm system will automatically stop the engine before the oil level falls below the safe limit, but regular
checking will avoid inconvenient shutdowns.
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3.2
STARTING THE GENERATOR
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WARNING! Ensure all appliances are disconnected from the AC/DC terminals.
3.2.1
Ensure you have performed all actions in 3.1 above.
3.2.2
Turn the Engine Switch clockwise to the ON position (fig.4).
3.2.3
Move the choke lever to the right to the START position (fig.5).
Note: Do not use the choke when the engine is warm or the air temperature is high.
Note: Ensure there is sufficient free area around you to prevent personal injury when pulling on the starter grip.
3.2.4
Pull the starter grip until resistance is felt, then pull the starter grip briskly upwards and engine should start running.
Repeat if necessary. Do not allow the starter grip to snap back, but return it slowly.
3.2.5
After the engine has warmed up, move the choke lever to the left to the RUN position (fig.6).
3.2.6
If the engine stops and will not restart, check the engine oil level, and top up if necessary, before fault-finding in other areas.
3.2.7 If it still will not start, refer to ’Trouble-Shooting’ section. If necessary, contact your authorised Sealey service agent.
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