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– 16P – User Manual 

 

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ELECTRICITY RELATED SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  

 

WARNING

 

RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK 

  Risk of electrocution 

 

ELECTRICAL 

HAZARD

 

 

ALWAYS

 test the RCBOs before use. 

 

ALWAYS 

store the generator undercover when not in use and away from damp or 

wet conditions. 

 

ALWAYS 

disengage the battery when performing any maintenance. 

 

NEVER 

try to repair electrical components if not authorised or qualified. 

 

NEVER 

use the generator outdoor when it is raining or snowing or in wet or  damp 

conditions. 

 

NEVER 

use water or any other liquids to clean the unit while it is running. 

 

NEVER 

use any damaged electrical cord sets with the generator. 

FIRE -RELATED SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 

 

DANGER

 

RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE

 

 

  Fuel  and  its  vapours  are  extremely  flammable 

and explosive 

  Fire  or  explosion  can  cause  severe  burns  or 

death 

     

 

FIRE 

HAZARD

 

 

ALWAYS 

switch the engine 

OFF

 when refuelling. 

 

ALWAYS 

refuel away from any source of heat.

 

 

 

ALWAYS 

refuel in a well-ventilated area. 

 

ALWAYS 

keep

 

a fire extinguisher in the vicinity at all time  

 

NEVER 

overfill fill the tank, fill to the level specified to allow for fuel expansion. 

 

NEVER 

smoke or use a naked flame near the generator. 

 

NEVER 

start the engine if there is a fuel spill. Any spillage must be wiped clean and 

the generator allowed to dry before attempting to start the engine. 

 

NEVER 

leave any combustible materials near the generator. 

Summary of Contents for GEN-16P

Page 1: ...r OPERATOR S MANUAL Rev 0919 Makinex 16kVA Generator GEN 16P 2x15A 1x20A 3P Outlet 2x15A 1x32A 3P Outlet...

Page 2: ...8 OVERALL MACHINE DIMENSIONS 9 ALTERNATOR SPECIFICATIONS 9 INSTRUCTION FOR USE 10 BEFORE USE 10 OPERATING GENERATOR 12 MAINTENANCE 13 GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS 13 GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING 14 STORAGE 15...

Page 3: ...tronic or mechanical including photocopying without express written permission from MAKINEX Any type of reproduction or distribution not authorised by MAKINEX represents an infringement of valid copyr...

Page 4: ...on CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potential hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoide...

Page 5: ...ALWAYS disconnect the generator when carrying out any maintenance ALWAYS ensure the generator reaches operating speed before connecting a load ALWAYS start the engine BEFORE connecting any appliances...

Page 6: ...leave at least a 1 metre 3 foot gap between the generator and any surrounding building or structure ALWAYS ensure the generator is on a solid flat surface ALWAYS ensure the surrounding area is free f...

Page 7: ...use any damaged electrical cord sets with the generator FIRE RELATED SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DANGER RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE Fuel and its vapours are extremely flammable and explosive Fire or explosion ca...

Page 8: ...TS IF YOU ARE NOT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN ELECTRICAL HAZARD WARNING FAILURE TO PROPERLY CONNECT THE EQUIPMENT TO THE EARTHING CONDUCTOR WILL RESULT IN A RISK OF ELECTROCUTION CONSULT WITH A QUALIFIED...

Page 9: ...GEN 16P User Manual Page 7 of 27 GENERAL SAFETY DECAL 1 4 7 2 5 8 3 6 9 10...

Page 10: ...G DIMENSIONS 772 x 530x 902mm LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT APPROX NOISE LEVEL 7m NO LOAD 72dB 50 LOAD 76dB 100 LOAD 78dB ENGINE TYPE TWIN CYLINDER AIR COOLED PETROL MODEL HONDA GX690 STARTING SYSTEM ELECTR...

Page 11: ...GEN 16P User Manual Page 9 of 22 OVERALL MACHINE DIMENSIONS ALTERNATOR SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions in mm...

Page 12: ...level with the engine stopped and in a levelled position 2 Start the engine and let it idle for 1 or 2 minutes Stop the engine and wait for 2 or 3 minutes 3 Remove the oil level dipstick and wipe it...

Page 13: ...evere burns and even death FIRE HAZARD WARNING Always ensure that fuel tanks are filled outdoors 1 Turn generator OFF and let it cool for at least two minutes before removing fuel cap 2 Loosen fuel ca...

Page 14: ...it there until the engine starts 5 When the engine starts release the engine switch allowing it to return to the ON position 6 Once the engine has warmed up set the choke lever to the OPEN position C...

Page 15: ...intenance schedule is in the Honda GX690 owner s manual Should you have questions about replacing components on your generator please contact dealer for assistance MAKINEX dealers have access to all t...

Page 16: ...lace or clean air filter Generator is overloaded Reduce the load Fault in alternator Contact authorised Makinex dealer Engine throttle is in SLOW position Slide the throttle to FAST position Engine re...

Page 17: ...iefly turn the key starter for 1 2 seconds to distribute oil DO NOT start engine at this time WARNING Unintentional sparking can cause fire or electrical shock Failure to observe this warning can caus...

Page 18: ...tions and exclusions printed on this page This warranty applies only to new MAKINEX generator distributed by us and by our authorised MAKINEX dealers Under the limited warranty and at MAKINEX s discre...

Page 19: ...ved in an accident abused loaded beyond the generator s limits modified and installed improperly Normal maintenance such as spark plugs air filters adjustments fuel system cleaning and obstruction due...

Page 20: ...rised staff or appointed agents at a premise to be determined by the Manufacturer It is the responsibility and cost of MAKINEX or our appointed agent to return the machine to be repaired or replaced u...

Page 21: ...nex com au SERVICE SPARE PARTS WARRANTY EMAIL service makinex com au USA SALES TEL 1 855 625 4639 WEB www makinex com SERVICE SPARE PARTS WARRANTY EMAIL service makinex com UK WEB www makinex co uk EU...

Page 22: ...GEN 16PQ User Manual Page 20 of 28 APPENDICES APPENDIX A WIRING CIRCUIT DIAGRAM...

Page 23: ...GEN 16P User Manual Page 21 of 22 APPENDIX B RISK ASSESSMENT...

Page 24: ...GEN 16P User Manual Page 22 of 22...

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