3.3.
Earthing the generating set
Danger
The generating sets supply electrical current when in operation: risk of electrocution.
Connect the generating set to the ground at each use.
To connect the set to the ground: Attach a 10 mm
2
copper wire to the set’s earth connection and to a galvanised steel earthing rod
driven 1 meter into the ground.
3.4.
Positioning the generating set for operation
Choose a site that is clean, well ventilated and sheltered from bad weather.
Place the generating set on a flat, horizontal surface which is firm enough to prevent the set sinking down (under no circumstances
should the set tilt in any direction by more than 10°).
Store the additional supplies of oil and fuel within close proximity, whilst maintaining a certain distance for safety.
4.
Using the generating set
4.1.
Starting procedure
n
Open the petrol tap by turning the control lever (no. 14, fig. A) to the right.
o
Place the knob of the choke (no. 15, fig. A) on closed position as shown on the illustration.
Note: Do not use the choke when the engine is warm or when the atmospheric temperature is high.
p
Place the engine switch (no. 10, fig. A) on "
ON"
or "
I"
.
q
Seize the starting handle (no. 13, fig. A) correctly and pull it slowly until some resistance is felt, then let it return gradually.
r
Take the starting handle again correctly, then pull the cord sharply and rapidly (pull it right out, using both hands if necessary).
Allow the handle to return slowly by hand. If the engine has not started, repeat the operation until the engine starts by gradually
opening the choke.
s
When the engine has started, gradually open the choke (no. 15, fig. A).
4.2.
Operation
When the engine begins to heat up, gradually bring the knob of the choke (no. 15, fig A) to open position.
When the running speed of the generating set has stabilised:
n
Check that circuit breaker (no. 22, fig A) is engaged.
o
Connect the plug(s) to the generating set socket(s).
4.3.
Switching off
Warning
When the generating set is turned off, the engine continues to give off heat.
Appropriate ventilation should be provided after the generating set is turned off.
To stop the generating set urgently, place the engine switch on "
OFF"
or "
О
".
n
Take the plugs out of the sockets and allow the engine to run without any charge for 1 to 2 minutes.
o
Place the engine switch (no. 10, fig. A) on "
OFF"
or "
О
" and the set will stop.
p
Close the fuel tap (no. 14, fig. A).
5.
Safety features (if fitted, see specifications table)
5.1.
Oil cut-out
If there is no oil in the engine sump or if the oil pressure is low, the oil safety mechanism automatically stops the engine to prevent any
damage.
If this occurs, check the engine oil level and top it up if necessary before looking for any other cause of the problem.
5.2.
Circuit breaker
The set's electrical circuit is protected by one or more magnetothermal, differential or thermal cut-out switches. In the event of an
overload and/or short circuit, the supply of electrical energy may be cut.
If necessary, replace the circuit breakers in the generating set with circuit breakers with identical nominal ratings and specifications.
