Clarke IG1000 Operation Manual

1KW INVERTER GENERATOR

MODEL NO: IG1000

PART NO: 8877050

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE

INSTRUCTIONS

LS0 709

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE 1kw Inverter 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. Pl ease 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

For Parts & Servicing, please contact your nearest dealer, or

CLARKE International, on one of the following numbers.

PARTS & SERVICE TEL: [phone] PARTS & SERVICE FAX: [phone] or e-mail as follows:

PARTS: [e-mail] SERVICE: [e-mail]

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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
BEFORE USING THE GENERATOR ....................................			8
Earth point .......................................................................................			8
Checking the engine oil level .......................................................			9
Checking the fuel level ..................................................................			10
Checking the air filter .....................................................................			11
USING YOUR GENERATOR ..............................................			12
Starting the engine .........................................................................			12
Connecting electrical devices .....................................................			14
Economy switch .............................................................................			16
Indicator lights .................................................................................			16
Shutting down the generator ........................................................			17
MAINTENANCE ...............................................................			18
The engine oil (every 20 hours of use) ..........................................			18
The air filter (every 50 hours of use) ...............................................			19
The spark plugs (every 50 hours of use) ........................................			20
Fuel tank filter ..................................................................................			21
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................			22
PARTS AND SERVICING ..................................................			22
SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................			23
EXPLODED DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST ...............................			24
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ...................................			27
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING: EXHAUST FUMES CAN BE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS IF INHALED

WORK AREA

• Always use in a well ventilated area

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•Always position the exhaust outlet away from people.

•Read these safety instructions before using the equipment.

•Keep children away from the generator

POSITIONING THE GENERATOR

1.	Keep the generator at least 1 m (3
	ft) from buildings or other
	equipment, or the engine may
	overheat.
2.	Always ensure the generator is on	1M (3ft)
	a solid, flat surface.
3.	Always ensure the surrounding		1M (3ft)
	area is free from any material that
	could burn or be damaged by
	heat.
4.	Never move or tilt the generatorwhilst it is switched on.

FIRE PREVENTION

1.Always switch the engine OFF when refuelling.

2.Always refuel in a well ventilated area.

3.Never refuelwhile 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.).

5.Never smoke whilst refuelling and avoidsmoking or using a naked flame near the generator.

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6.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/ covered. Under these conditions, adequate ventilation MUST be provided

2.Never operate the generatowith 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 disconnect the generator when 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 iwth 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.

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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

NO	DESCRIPTION	NO	DESCRIPTION
1	Air Vent Knob	10	Earthing Point
2	Fuel Cap	11	Economy Control Switch
3	Fuel Valve Knob	12	AC Socket
4	Starting Handle	13	DC Socket
5	Left Side Maintenance Cover	14	DC Circuit Breaker
6	Top Maintenance Cover	15	Overload Indicator
7	Muffler	16	Output Indicator
8	Choke	17	Oil Alarm Indicator
9	Engine ON/OFF Switch

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UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY

Unpack your Generator and check to ensure the following items are present. Should there be any deficiency or damage caused during transit contact your Clarke dealer immediately.

•1 x Inverter Generator

•1 x Spark Plug Box Spanner

•1 x Screwdriver/Tommy Bar

•1 x Container with Spout for Oil Filling

•1 x Operating & Instruction Manual

•1 x 12V Battery Connector Lead

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 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 fueltank so as to avoid accidental spillage of fuel. If fuel is spilled it must be removed from the unit before attempting to start the engine.

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.

EARTH POINT

Always connect the generator to an earth point. The earth terminal is shown on the right.

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WARNING: TO CARRY OUT THIS CHECK, SWITCH THE ENGINE OFF.

WARNING: TAKE CARE NOT TO TOUCH ANY HOT PARTS OF THE GENERATOR WHEN CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL.

CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL

NOTE: Place the generator on a level surface and check the oil level as follows.

1. Remove the left side maintenance panel.

2.Turn the oil filler cap anticlockwise and remove from the oil reservoir, wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth.

3.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.

4.If the oil is below the Min. level on the dipstick, add oil to the oil reservoir.

•Oil Capacity (See “Specifications” on page 23)

•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.

5.Replace the oil filler cap.

Max Level

Min. Level

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