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1100W PORTABLE GENERATOR
MODEL NO: G1200
PART NO: 8010110
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
LS0612
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INTRODUCTION
For Parts & Servicing, please contact your nearest dealer, or
CLARKE International, on one of the following numbers.
PARTS & SERVICE TEL: 020 8988 7400
PARTS & SERVICE FAX: 020 8558 3622
or e-mail as follows:
PARTS: [email protected]
SERVICE: [email protected]
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE 1100W Portable Generator.
Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and
follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself
and that of others around you, and you can look 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
intended.
Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can
be returned to us without prior permission.
This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights.
PARTS AND SERVICING
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ............................................................... 2
GUARANTEE .................................................................... 2
PARTS AND SERVICING .................................................. 2
TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................................................... 3
GENERAL SAFETY RULES ................................................. 4
Work area ........................................................................................ 4
Positioning the generator .............................................................. 4
Fire prevention ................................................................................ 4
Prevention of electric shock .......................................................... 5
Additional safety rules for generators .......................................... 5
SAFETY SYMBOLS ............................................................ 6
GENERATOR OVERVIEW ................................................. 7
UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY ........................................ 8
Fitting the handle ............................................................................ 8
BEFORE USING THE GENERATOR .................................... 8
Earth Connector ............................................................................. 9
Checking the engine oil level ....................................................... 9
Checking the fuel level ................................................................... 10
USING YOUR GENERATOR .............................................. 11
Starting the engine ......................................................................... 11
Shutting down the generator ........................................................ 12
Connecting electrical devices ..................................................... 13
MAINTENANCE ............................................................... 15
Changing the engine oil ................................................................ 15
the spark plug (every 50 hours of use) ......................................... 16
the air filter (every 150 hours of use) ............................................. 16
the fuel filter (every 150 hours of use) ........................................... 17
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................ 18
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................. 19
EXPLODED DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST ............................... 20
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ................................... 22
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ................................... 23
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
1M (3ft)
1M (3ft)
WARNING: EXHAUST FUMES CAN BE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS IF INHALED
WORK AREA
• Always use in a well ventilated area. Never use indoors or in a
confined space.
• Always position the exhaust outlet away from people.
• Read these safety instructions before using the equipment.
• Keep children and animals away from the generator.
POSITIONING THE GENERATOR
1. Always keep the generator at
least 1 m (3 ft.) from walls or other
equipment, or the engine may
overheat.
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 in a well ventilated
area.
3. Never refuel while smoking or in
the vicinity of an open flame.
4. Never overfill the tank, fill to the
level specified (See “Checking
the fuel level” on page 10.).
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5. Never start the engine if there is spilled fuel. Any spillage must be wiped
clean and the generator allowed to dry before attempting to start the
engine.
PREVENTION OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
1. Never use the generator in wet
conditions unless it is well protected/
under cover. Under these conditions,
adequate ventilation MUST be provided.
2. Never operate the generator with wet
hands.
3. Never use water or any other liquids to
clean the generator.
4. Make sure you ground (earth) the
generator.
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
carrying out any maintenance.
3. Always ensure the generator reaches
operating speed before connecting a
load.
4. Never allow the generator to run out of
fuel when a load is connected.
5. Never transport the generator with fuel
in the tank.
6. Do Not connect to a commercial or
residential power supply; e.g. ring main.
7. Never allow the generator air vents to
become blocked.
disconnect the generator when
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WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT TO A BUILDINGS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
UNLESS AN ISOLATION SWITCH HAS BEEN INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED
ELECTRICIAN.
WARNING: CONNECTIONS FOR STANDBY POWER TO A BUILDINGS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MUST BE MADE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN AND
MUST COMPLY WITH ALL APPLICABLE LAWS AND ELECTRICAL CODES.
IMPROPER CONNECTIONS CAN ALLOW ELECTRICAL CURRENT FROM THE
GENERATOR TO BACK FEED INTO THE UTILITY LINES.
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.
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GENERATOR OVERVIEW
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UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY
Unpack your generator and make sure the following items are present.
1 x Generator 1 x 12V Battery Charging Lead
1 x Spark Plug Box Spanner 1 x Petrol Tank Cap
1 x Phillips No.1 Screwdriver 1 x Handle + Fixings Pack
Should there be anything missing or damaged in transit contact your Clarke
dealer immediately.
FITTING THE HANDLE
To help you lift the generator from the
box, the handle can be attached
whilst the main unit is still in the box.
1. Remove the handle and fixings
pack from the packaging.
2. The order the fixings need to be
fitted is as follows, Generator,
Rubber Seal, Seal Cover, Handle,
Flat Washer, Spring Washer,
Securing Screw. (bottom to top)
BEFORE USING THE GENERATOR
IMPORTANT: Generators should ALWAYS be earthed. Make sure you ground
(earth) the generator.
Before using your generator check that:
• The generator is in good condition and free from any damage.
• The generator is clean and free from fuel or oil spillage.
• The generator is correctly positioned for use (See page 4).
• The fuel system and connectors are intact and there is no leakage.
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EARTH CONNECTOR
Always connect the generator to an
earth point. The earth terminal is
shown on the right.
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL
NOTE: Place the generator on a level surface and check the oil level as
follows.
1. Turn the oil filler cap anti-clockwise and remove from the oil reservoir, wipe
the dipstick with a clean cloth.
2. Insert the dipstick back into the oil
filler tube and then remove it
again. Do not screw in the oil filler
cap/dipstick when doing this.
3. If the oil is below the Min. level on
the dipstick, add oil to the oil
reservoir. (Maximum 0.35L)
• Oil Capacity (See
“Specifications” on page 19.)
• We recommend the use of
SAE30 oil in this generator.
• Do not tilt the generator when adding engine oil. This could result in
overfilling and damage to the engine.
4. Replace the oil filler cap.
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CHECKING THE FUEL LEVEL
WARNING: FUEL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND POISONOUS.
WARNING: SEE “GENERAL SAFETY RULES” ON PAGE 4. AND READ THEM
CAREFULLY BEFORE REFUELING.
WARNING: WIPE UP ANY SPILLED FUEL IMMEDIATELY.
WARNING: AFTER REFUELING, MAKE SURE THE FUEL CAP IS TIGHTENED
SECURELY.
WARNING: ENSURE THERE IS ADEQUATE FUEL IN THE TANK WHEN USING
THE GENERATOR. RUNNING OUT OF FUEL OR STOPPING THE ENGINE
SUDDENLY WITH A LOAD CONNECTED COULD CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE.
1. Use the Fuel gauge to check the
fuel level, if it is low
2. Open the fuel cap.
3. Slowly add fuel to the fuel tank
(maximum 4 L).
• Always use a funnel to fill the
fuel tank so as to avoid
accidental spillage of fuel. If
fuel is spilled it must be cleaned
up before attempting to start the engine
• Do not overfill the fuel tank.
4. Replace the fuel cap securely.
RECOMMENDED FUEL
Your generator has been designed to use regular unleaded petrol with an
octane number of 90 or higher.
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USING YOUR GENERATOR
Make sure there is sufficient fuel in the tank before using the generator.
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Remove all connections from the
AC socket on the generator.
2. Turn fuel valve to the ON position.
3. Set the choke lever to the
“Choke” position (all the way to
the right).
4. Set the engine switch to the “I”
(ON) position.
5. Hold the generator handle firmly
and pull the starting handle lightly
until you start to feel resistance
and then pull up sharply to start
the engine.
NOTE: You may have to do this
more than once.
WARNING: ONCE THE GENERATOR HAS STARTED, RELEASE THE STARTING
HANDLE SLOWLY TO AVOID INJURY/DAMAGE AS IT WHIPS BACK.
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6. Once the engine has warmed up,
return the choke lever to the run
position (all the way to the left).
SHUTTING DOWN THE GENERATOR
To stop the generator in an emergency simply set the engine switch to ‘0’ (OFF)
position.
1. Turn off and disconnect any electric devices.
2. Set the engine switch to the “0”
(OFF) position.
3. Turn the fuel valve to the “OFF”
position.
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CONNECTING ELECTRICAL DEVICES
The generator can supply both 230V AC and 12V DC
AC POWER
1. Start the engine. See page 11.
2. Make sure the appliance is turned
off before connecting it to the
generator.
3. Connect the appliance to the
generator.
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 WHICH CONTAINS AN INDUCTIVE LOAD E.G.
DEVICES THAT CONTAIN A MOTOR MAY REQUIRE MORE CURRENT ON
STARTUP.
CAUTION: CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN WHEN CONNECTING SENSITIVE
DEVICES SUCH AS LAPTOP COMPUTER AND TELEVISIONS TO THE
GENERATOR. A SURGE PROTECTION DEVICE IS RECOMMENDED WHEN
CONNECTING THESE TYPES OF APPLIANCE.
AC OVERLOAD PROTECTOR
If the AC overload protector
activates, the AC circuit breaker/
reset switch will flip to the OFF
position.
1. Disconnect the appliance.
• Wait for 2-3 minutes.
2. Switch the AC circuit breaker/
reset switch shown on the right to
the ON position.
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DC POWER (FOR CHARGING CAR BATTERIES ONLY)
WARNING: FOR YOUR SAFETY, PERFORM THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS
IN THE ORDER SHOWN.
1. Start the engine, See page 11.
2. Connect the battery charging
leads to the battery.
• Make sure you clamp the red
wire to the positive (+) terminal
and the black wire to the
negative (-) terminal of the
battery.
3. Connect the battery charging
leads to the generator.
• The battery will begin to
charge.
4. Monitor the voltage across the battery regularly during charging and
disconnect the battery when the voltage reaches 14.4 volts.
CAUTION: WHEN DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY, ALWAYS DISCONNECT
THE NEGATIVE LEAD FIRST.
DC OVERLOAD PROTECTOR
If the DC overload protector
activates:
1. Disconnect the appliance
• Wait for 2-3 minutes.
2. Press the DC circuit breaker/reset
button shown in this picture.
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MAINTENANCE
CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL
CAUTION: PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO USED ENGINE OIL IS DANGEROUS,
ALWAYS WASH YOUR HANDS THOROUGHLY AFTER HANDLING USED
ENGINE OIL.
1. Remove the left side maintenance panel.
2. Turn the oil filler cap anticlockwise and remove from the oil
tank, wipe the dipstick with a
clean cloth.
3. Lift the generator and pour the oil
out of the oil reservoir into a
suitable container.
4. Fill the oil reservoir to the Max level
on the dipstick with fresh oil.
• Oil Capacity (See “Specifications” on page 19.)
• We recommend the use of SAE30 oil in this generator.
5. Replace the oil filler cap and maintenance panel.
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
leak proof container and take it to your local waste disposal site.
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THE SPARK PLUG (EVERY 50 HOURS OF USE)
CAUTION: ALLOW THE ENGINE TO COOL BEFORE REMOVING THE SPARK
PLUG.
1. Remove the spark plug cap from
the spark plug.
2. Use a spark plug spanner
(supplied) to remove the spark
plug.
3. Check for discoloration and use a
wire brush to remove any carbon
build up.
4. Check the spark plug gap (a) with
a feeler gauge, it should be
between 0.6 and 0.7 mm.
• Adjust if necessary.
5. Check the overall condition of the
spark plug and replace if
damaged.
NOTE: Spark plugs are available
from Clarke Spare Parts
department 020 8988 7400.
6. Reinstall the spark plug and replace the spark plug cap.
THE AIR FILTER (EVERY 150 HOURS OF USE)
1. Remove the air filter cover screws.
2. Remove the air filter cover.
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3. Remove the air filter element.
4. Wash it in a solution of warm
water and mild detergent.
5. Rinse thoroughly and leave it to
dry. Once it is completely dry
immerse the filter in clean engine
oil and squeeze the filter to
remove excess oil.
• If the air filter is damaged
contact Clarke spare parts
department for a replacement.
WARNING: DO NOT USE FLAMMABLE SOLVENTS OR PETROL TO CLEAN THE
AIR FILTER.
6. Replace the filter into its original position and replace and secure the
maintenance panel.
THE FUEL FILTER (EVERY 150 HOURS OF USE)
Just inside the fuel tank is a fuel filter, check this filter periodically and remove
any contaminants which may have accumulated.
1. Remove the fuel cap from the
generator.
2. Lift out the fuel filter.
3. Clean the filter with solvent.
• If the filter is damaged contact
Clarke spare parts department
for a replacement.
4. Replace the filter and fuel cap.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
The generator fails to
start
The generator fails to
generate electricity
If this does not solve your problem, please contact the Clarke service
department.
Engine switch is off. Set the engine switch to ‘on’.
No fuel. Add more fuel, See page 10.
Spark plug is defective. Change the spark plug. See page 16.
The device you are trying to
power is faulty.
(AC supply only) The AC Circuit
Breaker has activated.
Make sure the device you want to power
is working properly.
Remove the appliance immediately, wait
for a 2-3 minutes and press the AC Circuit
Breaker/reset button.
Do not connect any appliance that
requires more than 1100W.
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SPECIFICATIONS
G1200
Engine Type Petrol - Over head Valve/Forced-Air
3
Displacement (cm
Ignition type Recoil
Fuel tank capacity (L) 4
Oil tank capacity (L) 0.35
Maximum run time (h) 5.5 hours @ 75% Load
Guaranteed sound power level (L
Sound pressure level (Lp
Generator Rated Frequency (Hz) 50
Rated AC Voltage (V) 230
Rated Power (W) 1000
Max. Power (W) 1100
Rated DC Voltage (V) 12
Rated DC Current (A) 8.3
Dimensions Length (mm) 443
Width (mm) 338
Height (mm) 332
Weight (k g) 25
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WA dB) 92
A dB) 71.8
Cooling/single Cylinder/4 stroke
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EXPLODED DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST
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EXPLODED DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST
NO DESCRIPTION PART NO:
1 Screw M4×16 SUG120001
2 AC socket SUG120002
3 Screw M3×16 SUG120003
4Screw
M4.2×13
5 Control panel SUG120005
6 Flat washer SUG120006
7 Spring washer SUG120007
8 Nut M4 SUG120008
9 Flat washer SUG120009
10 Spring washer SUG120010
11 Nut M3 SUG120011
12 AC circuit
breaker
13 Wire bind SUG120013
14 Screw M6×25 SUG120014
15 Control box SUG120015
16 Screw M6×12 SUG120016
17 Screw M8×25 SUG120017
18 Flat washer SUG120018
19 Screw M8×16 SUG120019
20 Vibration
absorber
21 Flat washer 8 SUG120021
22 Vibration
absorber seat
23 Screw M6×12 SUG120023
24 Control box
rack
25 Back cover
rack
26 Back cover SUG120026
27 Clip SUG120027
28 Fuel hose SUG120028
29 Fuel tank SUG120029
SUG120004
SUG120012
SUG120020
SUG120022
SUG120024
SUG120025
NO DESCRIPTION PART NO:
30 Fuel seal SUG120030
31 Handle SUG120031
32 Flat washer 6 SUG120032
33 Screw M6×25 SUG120033
34 Fuel tank cap SUG120034
35 Fuel hose SUG120035
36 Fuel meter SUG120036
37 Screw M6×16 SUG120037
38 Nylon washer SUG120038
39 Nut M6 SUG120039
40 Fuel cock
filter
41 Fuel cock SUG120041
42 Screw M6×25 SUG120042
43 Rubber
washer
44 Fuel tank rack SUG120044
45 Washer SUG120045
46 Exhaust bolt SUG120046
47 Exhaust
gasket
48 Spring washer SUG120048
49 Nut M8 SUG120049
50 Muffler SUG120050
51 Engine SUG120051
52 Alternator
front frame
53 Screw M8×20 SUG120053
54 Rotor
assembly
55 Stator
assembly
56 Wire clip SUG120056
57 Ball bearing
6203
SUG120040
SUG120043
SUG120047
SUG120052
SUG120054
SUG120055
SUG120057
NO DESCRIPTION PART NO:
58 Wire bind
seat
59 Screw
M3.5×13
60 Condenser SUG120060
61 Engine switch SUG120061
62 DC circuit
breaker
63 DC socket SUG120063
64 Rack SUG120064
65 Side cover SUG120065
66 Alternator
rear cover
67 Screw M5×12 SUG120067
68 Heat insulator SUG120068
69 Flat washer 5 SUG120069
70 Screw M5×10 SUG120070
71 Stator
protector
72 Rear frame SUG120072
73 Flat washer 5 SUG120073
74 Spring washer SUG120074
75 Spring washer SUG120075
76 Screw
M6×105
77 Alternator
center screw
78 Control box
rack
79 Screw M8×40 SUG120079
80 Nut M8 SUG120080
SUG120058
SUG120059
SUG120062
SUG120066
SUG120071
SUG120076
SUG120077
SUG120078
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
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