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750W
GENERATOR
FCG001
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
1
Code: FCG001 Manual
Black Magenta
Cyan Yellow
Date: 070718 Edition: 5 Op: DCR
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Contents Warranty 2 Introduction 3 Environmental protection 3 Scope of product 3 Description of symbols 3 Specifications 3 General safety instructions for power tools 4 Risk of electrocution and fire 5 Risk of fire 6 Risk of injury and property damage when transporting generator 7 Risk of breathing – inhalation hazard 7 Risk of unsafe operation 7 Risk of hot surfaces 8 Risk of moving parts 8 Risk from lifting 8 Additional safety rules for generators 9 Unpacking 9 Know your product 10 Fitting t
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Description of symbols The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. These represent important information about the product or instructions on its use. Wear hearing protection. Wear eye protection. Wear breathing protection. Conforms to relevant standards for electromagnetic compatibility. Specifications AC Output: 240Vac ~ 50Hz Rated Power: 650W Peak Power: 750W Phase: Single Power Factor: cos =1 Displacement: 64cc Engine: 2HP, 2 stroke No Load Speed: 3000 RPM Fuel Tank Capacity: 4
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8. Use safety accessories. Safety glasses and earmuffs General safety instructions for power tools should always be worn. A face or dust mask is also To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety required if the drilling operation creates dust. regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating 9. Secure the work piece. Use clamps or a vice to hold the instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who use work piece. It is safer than using your hand and frees both an
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Save these important safety instructions Risk of electrocution and fire Hazard What could happen How to prevent it Extension cord can come into contact Remove extension cord from the Improper storage of extension cord. with hot engine parts resulting in generator and store separately away damage. Using a damaged extension from generator. cord can result in electrocution or death. Water is an excellent conductor of Operate generator in a clean, dry, well Operation of generator in rain, wet, e
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Risk of fire Hazard What could happen How to prevent it Fuel and fuel vapours can become Turn engine off and allow it to cool before Attempting to fill the fuel tank while ignited by coming in contact with hot adding fuel to the tank. Equip area of the engine is running. components such as the muffler, engine operation with a fire extinguisher certified exhaust gases, or from an electrical to handle gasoline or fuel fires. spark. Cigarettes, sparks, fires, or other hot Add fuel to tank in we
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Risk of injury and property damage when transporting generator Hazard What could happen How to prevent it Fuel or oil can leak or spill and could The generator is equipped with a fuel Fire, Inhalation, Damage result in fire or breathing hazard, serious tap, turn the lever of this valve to the off to Vehicle Surfaces injury or death can result. Fuel or oil position before transporting to avoid fuel leaks can damage carpet, paint or other leaks. Transport fuel only in an approved surfaces in
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Risk of unsafe operation continued Generator will not operate properly and Never operate generator while Operating generator while will cause damage to the generator and suspended or in an unlevel position. suspended could cause serious injury or death to Always operate generate on a flat, you or others. level surface. Risk of hot surfaces Hazard What could happen How to prevent it Contact with hot surfaces, such as During operation, touch only the control Contact with hot engine and engi
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10. Ensure you use oil-mix fuel. Ensure that you mix Additional safety rules for generators 50 parts unleaded fuel to 1 part 2 stroke grade oil. If not, 1. Do not operate in a hazardous location. Such areas the engine will overheat and cause damage to include where there is a risk of explosion of petrol fumes, your generator. leaking gas or explosive dust. 11. Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never fill fuel tank when 2. Do not operate in a confined area. Exhaust gases, engine is running
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Know your product 1 2 1. Handle 2. Fuel cap 3. Fuel tank 4. Fuel tap 5. Recoil starter 6. On/off switch 7. Choke 8. Air filter cover 3 9. Tap extension fuel filter 10. AC Output 240V 11. AC circuit breaker 12. Power ON light 12 4 11 10 5 9 8 6 7 4 10
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Fitting the handle Starting the engine Firstly, place the 2 handle gaskets (supplied with the 1. Before starting, ensure that no electrical apparatus has generator) over the holes on the petrol tank. Then proceed been connected to the generator. by placing the handle on top of the gaskets ensuring the 2 2. Turn the fuel tap (4) clockwise to the ‘on’ position. holes in the handles line up with the holes on the tank. Screw the handle onto the petrol tank using the 2 screws provided with the un
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6. Once you hear the engine operating, return the choke WARNING. Prior to connecting any product to the generator, lever back to the right hand side position. This position will check the rating label of the product. The generator is rated switch the choke ‘off’. at 650W so if the product being connected is higher than 650W, the protective cut out on the generator may operate Stopping the engine to prevent over load damage to the generator. The generator 1. Before stopping, ensure that w
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Spark plugs Periodic maintenance 1. Remove spark plug from the generator with a spark plug Items Remarks Every 50hrs Every 150 spanner socket. or every hrs or every month month 2. Remove carbon deposits using a wire brush. Spark Plug Remove x Carbon 3. Check for discoloration on the top of the spark plug. The Air Filter Cleaning x standard colour should be a tan colour. 4. Check the spark plug gap. The acceptable gap should be Fuel Filters Clean x between 0.7 – 0.8mm. Decarbon- Clean x
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5. Unscrew the tap extension fuel filter (9). Note: the following procedure should be performed in a well ventilated area, with no naked flames, sparks, or cigarettes. Safety glasses should also be worn and switch (6) set to the OFF position. 1. Completely empty the tank of fuel. Ensure the fuel tap (4) is in the OFF position 2. C ompress the two wire arms of the hose clamp on the outlet hose at the tap (4) and slide the clamp back from the end of the hose by approx. 25mm. Slide the fuel
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Petrol tank filter 1. Stop the engine. 2. Turn the fuel tap (4) to the ‘off’ position. 3. The petrol tank filter is located directly under the petrol cap. This protects impurities entering the fuel tank during refuelling. 4. Remove the filter & wash thoroughly in a solvent. 5. Re-assemble. Cleaning 1. Keep your machine clean. The outside of the machine can be cleaned using a damp soft cloth with a mild detergent if required. Never use water to clean the generator as it may cause damage
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Troubleshooting Trouble Possible cause Suggested remedy 1. Low on fuel/oil content 1. Add fuel/oil mix Engine will not start or will not keep running 2. Ignition switch in “Off” position 2. Turn to “ON” position 3. Faulty spark plug 3. Replace spark plug 4. Choke in wrong position 4. Adjust choke accordingly 5. Fuel tap in closed position 5. Open fuel tap 6. Unit loaded during start-up 6. Remove load from unit 7. Spark plug wire loose 7. Attach wire to spark plug 8. Dirty fuel filters 8. Clean
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