Clarke FG3005, Operation & Maintenance Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...OPERATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS LS0413 GENERATOR MODEL NO FG3005 PART NO 8857707 ...

Page 2: ...forward to your purchase giving you long and satisfactory service GUARANTEE This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase Please keep your receipt which will be required as proof of purchase This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or tampered with in any way or not used for the purpose for which it was intend...

Page 3: ...7 UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY 8 BEFORE USING THE GENERATOR 8 Earth point 8 Checking the engine oil level 9 Checking the fuel level 10 USING YOUR GENERATOR 11 Starting the engine 11 Connecting electrical devices 13 DC power 14 Shutting down the generator 15 MAINTENANCE 16 Changing the engine oil 16 Changing the spark plug 17 Checking the air filter 18 Cleaning the fuel valve filter Draining the fuel tan...

Page 4: ... a 1M gap between the generator and any surrounding building or structures 2 Always ensure the generator is on a solid flat surface 3 Always ensure the surrounding area is free from any material that could burn or be damaged by heat 4 Never move or tilt the generator whilst it is switched on FIRE PREVENTION 1 Always switch the engine OFF when refuelling 2 Always refuel away from any source of heat...

Page 5: ...ST be provided 2 NEVER operate the generator with wet hands 3 NEVER use water or any other liquids to clean the generator 4 NEVER allow the generator air vents to become blocked ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR GENERATORS 1 Always ensure the applied load does not exceed the generator rating Overloading the generator is dangerous and could cause serious damage 2 Always disconnect the generator when carr...

Page 6: ...nal com or Service clarkeinternational com SAFETY SYMBOLS Caution The user should be aware of a general hazard Dangerous Voltage Flammable Hot Surface Do not touch Poisonous fumes Do not use the generator in an enclosed space Read Instruction manual before use ...

Page 7: ...IEW NO DESCRIPTION NO DESCRIPTION 1 Fuel level gauge 10 AC plug sockets 2 x 230V 2 Fuel tank cap 11 Dipstick 3 Engine on off switch 12 Drain plug 4 Power Indicator 13 Starting handle 5 Voltmeter 14 Air filter 6 AC breaker 15 Fuel supply valve 7 DC reset Button 16 Muffler 8 DC 12V outlet 17 Spark plug 9 Earth Terminal ...

Page 8: ...spike etc whenever you use this generator Before using your generator make sure that the generator is in good condition and not damaged clean and free from fuel or oil spillage correctly located for use See page 4 The fuel system and connectors are intact and there is no leakage NOTE Always use a funnel to fill the fuel tank If fuel is spilt it must be cleaned up before you start the engine EARTH ...

Page 9: ...d then remove it again Do not screw it in when doing this 4 If the oil is below the L level on the dipstick fill the oil reservoir to the H level on the dipstick Oil Capacity See Specifications on page 21 We recommend the use of SAE30 oil in this generator 5 Replace the oil filler cap WARNING TO CARRY OUT THIS CHECK PLACE THE GENERATOR ON LEVEL GROUND WITH THE ENGINE SWITCHED OFF O WARNING TAKE CA...

Page 10: ...fuel tank is a fuel tank filter check this filter periodically and remove any contaminants which may have accumulated 4 Slowly add fuel to the fuel tank maximum 15L watching the fuel level gauge as you do so RECOMMENDED FUEL We recommend the use of standard unleaded petrol NOTE Do not overfill the fuel tank 5 Replace the fuel filler cap securely WARNING ALWAYS REFUEL IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA AWAY...

Page 11: ...al com USING YOUR GENERATOR STARTING THE ENGINE 1 Remove all connections from the AC sockets 2 Set the breaker to the off position 3 Turn the fuel supply valve to the on position 4 If you are starting the generator cold set the choke lever to the ON position If the generator is warm skip this step ...

Page 12: ...the starting handle lightly until you start to feel resistance and then pull up sharply to start the generator NOTE You may have to do this more than once 7 Once the engine has warmed up set the choke lever to the RUN position WARNING ONCE THE GENERATOR HAS STARTED RELEASE THE STARTING HANDLE SLOWLY TO AVOID INJURY DAMAGE AS IT WHIPS BACK ...

Page 13: ...erator 3 Set the breaker to ON 4 Connect the appliance to the generator starting with the device that draws the most current CAUTION MAKE SURE THAT THE APPLIANCE BEING CONNECTED IS IN GOOD WORKING ORDER IF IT BEGINS TO ACT ABNORMALLY OR STOPS SUDDENLY DISCONNECT IT FROM THE GENERATOR CAUTION MAKE SURE THE APPLIANCE DOES NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM RATED LOAD FOR THE GENERATOR CAUTION ANY DEVICE WITH CO...

Page 14: ...ttery Do not reverse these positions 3 Connect the battery charging leads to the generator DC OVER LOAD PROTECTOR If the DC overload protector activates wait for a few minutes and then press the reset button shown on the right CAUTION MAKE CONNECTIONS TO THE BATTERY AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE WARNING TO PREVENT THE POSSIBILITY OF CREATING A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY DISCONNECT THE CABLE TO THE GENERAT...

Page 15: ...ice clarkeinternational com SHUTTING DOWN THE GENERATOR 1 Disconnect all appliances connected to the generator 2 Set the breaker to OFF 3 Set the engine switch to O 4 Set the fuel supply valve to OFF NOTE To stop the generator in an emergency simply set the engine switch to O ...

Page 16: ... engine is warm this will ensure the oil flows out quicker 4 Replace the drain plug and its seal ring 5 Fill the crankcase with engine oil to the H mark on the dipstick See page 9 6 Replace the oil filler cap dipstick ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION One of the most damaging sources of pollution is oil do not throw away used engine oil in with your domestic trash or down drains and sinks Place it in a lea...

Page 17: ... spark plug spanner to remove the spark plug 3 Remove any carbon that has accumulated around the sparkplug 4 Check the spark plug gap a it should be between 0 7 and 0 8 mm adjust if necessary 5 Check the overall condition of the spark plug and replace if necessary 6 Reinstall the spark plug and replace the spark plug cap CAUTION ALLOW THE ENGINE TO COOL BEFORE REMOVING THE SPARK PLUG Add pic ...

Page 18: ...artment for a replacement If the filter is dirty wash the filter in a solution of warm water and mild detergent and rinse thoroughly Leave the filter to dry completely once it is dry immerse the filter in clean engine oil and squeeze the filter to remove excess oil 4 Replace the filter back into its original position and replace the air filter cover CAUTION DO NOT USE THE GENERATOR WITHOUT THE AIR...

Page 19: ...emove the cup then remove the valve filter and O ring 3 Wash these parts in a non flammable solvent Make sure that the valve filter is not damaged 4 Place an approved petrol storage container under the fuel valve and set the fuel supply valve to ON The fuel in the tank will drain into the container 5 Replace the O ring and valve filter and tighten the cup as far as possible Add pic VALVE FILTER O ...

Page 20: ...ough oil in the generator Add more oil See page 9 No fuel Add more fuel See page 10 Spark plugs not working correctly Change the spark plugs See page 17 The generator fails to generate electricity The device you are trying to power is faulty Make sure the device you want to power is working properly The AC breaker is switched off Switch the AC breaker on The generator is difficult to start The air...

Page 21: ...nder Displacement cm3 208 Max power output HP rpm 7 0 3600 Ignition type Magneto Start system Recoil Fuel tank capacity L 15 Fuel consumption L h 1 4 Duration of run h 11 Engine oil capacity L 0 6 Guaranteed sound power LWA dB 96 Generator Rated Frequency Hz 50 Rated Voltage V 230 Rated Power kVA 2 6 Max Power kVA 2 8 Dimensions Length mm 592 Width mm 498 Height mm 432 Unpacked Weight kg 45 ...

Page 22: ...22 Parts Service 020 8988 7400 E mail Parts clarkeinternational com or Service clarkeinternational com EXPLODED PARTS DIAGRAM ...

Page 23: ...rption RKFG300521 22 Grounding Wire RKFG300522 23 Muffler Side Guard RKFG300523 24 Muffler Outside Guard RKFG300524 25 Rotor RKFG300525 26 Stator RKFG300526 27 Carbon Brush RKFG300527 28 Flange Bolt M5x12 RKFG300528 29 Flange Bolt M5x16 RKFG300529 30 Flange Bolt M6x12 RKFG300530 31 Flange Bolt M6x14 RKFG300531 32 Bolt M6x130 RKFG300532 33 Flange Bolt M8x20 RKFG300533 34 Bolt M8x25 RKFG300534 35 Bo...

Page 24: ...24 Parts Service 020 8988 7400 E mail Parts clarkeinternational com or Service clarkeinternational com DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ...

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