3. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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.
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.
WARNING! Never run the engine without an air filter fitted.
3.1
PRE START-UP OF THE GENERATOR
Check the air filter element to ensure it is clean and in good condition. Clean or replace as necessary.
WARNING! NEVER refuel when the engine is running or when the engine is hot. Allow cool down time.
WARNING! Petrol is highly flammable and petrol vapour is explosive.
3.2
STARTING THE GENERATOR
WARNING! The output sockets will be live once the engine has started.
3.2.1 Turn the fuel valve to the ON position (fig.1).
Note: If starting a warm engine or when the ambient temperature is high, move the choke control to the OPEN position.
3.2.2 Close the choke (fig 2).
3.2.3 Set the Engine Switch to the 1 position (fig 3).
3.2.4 Grasp the recoil handle and pull cord slowly until some resistance is felt. Let cord rewind slowly, then pull with a rapid full arm
stroke (fig 4). Let cord slowly return.
Note: Ensure there is sufficient free area behind to prevent personal injury when pulling the cord.
3.2.5 When engine starts, move choke lever to half choke position until engine runs smoothly and then to the OPEN position.
3.2.6 If engine fails to start, repeat the procedure from paragraph 3.2.4. If it still will not start, refer to ’Trouble-Shooting’ section. If necessary
contact your authorised Sealey service agent.
3.3 USING THE GENERATOR
WARNING!: Do not exceed the wattage capacity of the generator.
3.3.1 Allow the engine to warm up (approximately 3 minutes).
3.3.2 Connect the equipment to the generator socket.
3.3.3 Always observe the safety instructions of the equipment being used.
3.3.4 Carry out the following checks whilst the generator is in use:
Is there any vibration or abnormal noise?
Is there any backfiring or is the engine not running smoothly?
What colour is the exhaust gas? (Is it black or too white.)
3.3.5 If you notice any of the above points stop the generator (paragraph 3.4) and contact your local servicing agent.
3.4 TO STOP THE GENERATOR
3.4.1 Disconnect the electrical load.
3.4.2 Allow the engine to run unloaded for 1 - 2 mins.
3.4.3 Stop engine by moving the engine switch to the 0 position (fig 3).
3.4.4 Turn off the fuel valve (fig 1).
fig 1
fig 3
fig 4
fig 2
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G2300.V2 (S)Issue: 2 - 25/10/12
