GENERATOR
31L809
WARNING
Read this manual carefully before using the machine, for your
own safety.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using the machine, always observe the enclosed safety
instructions as well as the additional safety instructions.
The following symbols are used throughout this manual:
Denotes risk of personal injury or damage to the
tool.
You will find the following symbols on the machine:
Wear hearing protection.
Consult the manual.
Only use the machine outside, in well-ventilated
surroundings.
Do not use the machine in precipitation or in humid
surroundings.
Do not use the machine in surroundings where
sparks, flames or open fire can be present.
Do not smoke near the machine.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR GENERATORS
Place the machine on a solid surface. Do not place the
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machine on a metal surface.
Do not place the machine in the blazing sun. Do not expose
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the machine to temperatures over 40 °C. Do not store the
machine in humid surroundings.
Before use check whether the power input of the equipment to
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be connected is less than the maximum output of the generator.
Only connect the equipment when the generator is running at
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full speed. Disconnect the equipment before switching off the
generator.
Do not connect any other energy sources to the machine.
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Do not connect the machine to mains supply.
Immediately switch off the generator in one of the following
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situations:
- hitches or unstable running of the motor
- decrease of the electrical output
- overheating of the connected load
- excessive vibrating of the generator
- sparking
- presence of smoke or fire
Make sure that the generator has enough fuel when connected
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to the load.
Never add fuel when the machine is running. After use let the
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machine cool down for at least 15 minutes before refuelling.
Avoid touching hot parts of the machine.
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Do not store fuel near the machine.
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The sound absorber and the air filter function as flame
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catchers in case of after-burning. Therefore see to it that they
are mounted properly and are in good technical condition.
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DESCRIPTION (fig. A)
This generator was designed to generate electricity to supply
mains-supplied machines or equipment.
1 On/off switch
2 Indicator lamp
3 Lid fuel tank
4 Alternating current output
5 Start cord
6 Dipstick
7 Reset button alternating current output
8 Earth connector
Adding fuel (fig. A)
Never add fuel when the machine is on. After use let
the machine cool down for at least 15 minutes
before refuelling. Always use fuel that fulfils the
following specifications: unleaded petrol,
octane content at least 85
Never smoke near the machine or the fuel. Never add
fuel in the vicinity of sparks, flames or open fire.
Remove the lid (3) from the filler opening.
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Pour the fuel carefully in the filler opening. Never fill the tank
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further than to the top of the fuel filter.
Place the lid back on the filler opening.
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Starting the motor (fig. A & B)
Be sure that no load is connected.
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Turn the fuel cock (9) to the position "ON".
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Slide the choke (10) all the way to the right.
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Put the on/off switch (1) in the position "ON".
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Pull gently on the start cord (5) until you feel resistance.
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Pull the start cord forcefully. Repeat this until the motor is
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running.
Slide the choke (10) slowly all the way back to the left.
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Instructions for use
Start the motor as described above.
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To connect an electrical machine or equipment, put the mains
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plug in the alternating current output.
Load protection device (fig. A)
in case of overload or short circuit, the overload protection
device interrupts the circuit.
Wait at least 1 minute before pressing the reset button (7).
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Switching off (fig. A & B)
Be sure that no load is connected.
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Put the on/off switch (1) in the position "OFF".
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Turn the fuel cock (9) to the position "OFF".
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Operating the gas handle (fig. B)
Turn the gas handle (10) to the left to slowly heat the motor.
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Turn the gas handle to the right to slowly cool down the motor.
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
For good functioning and a long lifespan for the machine,
regular cleaning and maintenance is essential.
Do not perform any cleaning or maintaining activities
while the motor is running.
31L809