WARNING: Do not use the generator without reading this manual
1050W INVERTER GENERATOR
MODEL NO: IG1100
PART NO: 8877113
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS DL0225 Rev 1
Page 2
INTRODUCTION
Before you use this product, read this manual and follow the instructions carefully. In
doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and others around you, and you can
also expect your purchase to give you a 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 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.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All
tools, accessories and packaging should be sorted and taken to a
recycling centre for disposed in a manner compatible with the
environment.
By purchasing this product, the customer is taking on the obligation to deal with its
safe disposal in accordance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE).
In effect, this means that this product must not be disposed of with general
household waste. It must be disposed of according to the laws governing Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) at a recognised disposal facility. If
disposing of this product or any damaged components, do not dispose of with general
waste. This product contains valuable raw materials. Metal products should be taken
to your local civic amenity site for recycling of metal products.
WARNING: EXHAUST FUMES CAN BE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS IF
INHALED
WORK AREA
•ALWAYS use in a well ventilated area.
•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. Place the generator on a solid, flat surface.
3. Make sure 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 STOP when refuelling.
2. ALWAYS refuel in a well ventilated area.
3. NEVER overfill the fuel tank only fill to the level specified.
4. NEVER smoke whilst refuelling and avoid smoking or using a naked flame near
the generator.
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 the rain or wet conditions unless it is well protected/
covered. 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.
1. ALWAYS make sure the applied load does not exceed the generator rating.
Overloading the generator is dangerous and could cause serious damage.
2. ALWAYS turn off and
out any maintenance.
3. ALWAYS allow the generator to reach 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. NEVER connect the generator to a commercial or residential power supply; e.g.
ring main.
7. NEVER allow the generator air vents to become blocked.
8. NEVER directly cover the generator while in use.
disconnect any appliance from the generator when carrying
SAFETY SYMBOLS
The following safety symbols are shown on the product or it’s packaging. Please read
all of the safety and operating instructions carefully before using this product.
Unpack your generator and check the following items are present. Should there be
any missing or damaged during transit contact your CLARKE dealer.
1 x 1050 Watt Inverter Generator1 x 12 Volt Crocodile Clip Lead Assembly
1 x Spark Plug Box Spanner with Arm1 x Oil Bottle & Spout
BEFORE USING THE GENERATOR
IMPORTANT: Generators should ALWAYS be earthed. Make sure you
earth the generator.
Before using your generator check that the generator is:
•In good condition and free from any damage.
•Clean and free from fuel or oil spillage.
•Correctly located for use (see page 4).
•Free from leakage.
NOTE: To avoid accidental spillage of fuel, always use a funnel to fill the fuel
tank. If fuel is spilled it must be removed from the unit before
attempting to start the engine.
EARTHING
WARNING: IT IS ADVISABLE TO PROPERLY EARTH YOUR
GENERATOR BEFORE STARTING, USING A WIRE AND A SMALL
METAL EARTH SPIKE. THE WIRE AND EARTH SPIKE ARE NOT
SUPPLIED WITH THIS UNIT.
An earth rod and cable can be purchased at your local camping or electrical supplier,
or alternatively an earth rod can be made, and it is suggested you get advice from a
qualified electrician.
The cable used should be insulated and a maximum length of 1 metre and a minimum
of 1.0mm2 to carry a 10amp load.
Attach the cable to the generator at the
earthing point (shown on the right).
Connect the other end of the cable to a
steel or copper earth rod. If you have
purchased a rod, make sure you connect
it in accordance with the installation
instructions supplied with the rod.
When pushing the rod into the ground
the generator must not be running and it
is suggested that the rod is pushed into
the ground by at least 100 mm.
Earthing of generators is covered in BS7430:2011. If you have any doubts about this
subject consult a qualified electrician.
CHECKING & ADDING ENGINE OIL
NOTE: For a more reliable reading, check the oil level when the engine is cold.
1. Place the generator on a level surface
and check the oil level as follows.
2. Remove the access panel located on
the side of the generator by
unscrewing the two screws at the
top.
3. Turn the oil filler cap anti-clockwise
and remove from the oil reservoir,
wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth.
4. Insert the dipstick back into the oil
filler tube and then remove it again.
5. If the oil is below the Min. level
on the dipstick, top up the oil
reservoir with fresh oil using
the oil bottle and spout.
•DO NOT fill above the max
level mark (0.15 litres)
•We recommend the use of
SAE 10W-30 oil in this
generator. (CLARKE part
number 3050845)
•DO NOT tilt the generator when adding engine oil. This could result in
overfilling and damage to the engine.
6. Clear up any spillages
7. Replace the oil filler cap.
8. Replace the access panel.
CHECKING & ADDING FUEL
WARNING: MAKE SURE THERE IS 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.
WARNING: FUEL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND POISONOUS.
WARNING: SEE GENERAL SAFETY RULES ON PAGES 4-5 AND READ
THEM CAREFULLY BEFORE REFUELING.
WARNING: DO NOT FILL ABOVE THE TOP OF THE FUEL FILTER OR IT
MAY OVERFLOW WHEN THE FUEL HEATS UP AND EXPANDS.
WARNING: WIPE UP ANY SPILLED FUEL IMMEDIATELY.
WARNING: AFTER REFUELING, MAKE SURE THE FUEL FILLER CAP IS
TIGHTENED SECURELY.
RECOMMENDED FUEL
Your generator has been designed to use regular unleaded petrol with a octane
number of 86 or higher.
NOTE: The fuel tank capacity is 2 Litres (Safe Fuel Level).
3. Turn the engine switch to the ‘START’
position.
4. Hold the recoil starter handle firmly
and pull 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 CAN
WHIP BACK. DO NOT LET THE HANDLE SNAP BACK.
5. Once the temperature of the engine
has increased, turn the engine switch
to the ‘RUN’ position.
NOTE: Allow the generator to run for
several minutes and the Output
light is ‘Green’ before attempting
to connect any electrical devices.
This allows the generator to
stabilize its speed and
temperature.
When the Economy Control Switch is
turned to ‘ON (I)’, the engine keeps
running at idle state automatically when
an electrical appliance is disconnected. It
will return to the correct speed with the
requirements of an electrical load.
Switching the ECO switch to ‘ON (I)’ is
recommended to minimise the fuel
consumption with a load equal or less
than 0.5Kw.
NOTE: When a high load electrical appliance (equal or above 0.5Kw) is connected, in
order to reduce voltage change, turn the ECO switch to the ‘OFF (O)’ position.
NOTE: In DC operation, turn the ECO switch to the ‘OFF (O)’ position.
NOTE: When in both AC and DC operation, turn the ECO switch to the ‘OFF (O)’
position.
CONNECTING ELECTRICAL DEVICES
The generator can supply both 230V AC and 12V DC.
AC POWER
1. Start the engine, see pages 11-12. Make sure the
Output Indicator light is green.
2. Make sure the appliance is turned off before
connecting it to the generator.
3. Connect the appliance (max load 1050W) 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.
The Output Indicator Light (Green) will remain
on during normal operation.
OVERLOAD
If the generator becomes overloaded or the
connected appliance short circuits, the
Overload Light will turn red, the Output
Indicator Light will turn from Green to Red. The
power will switch OFF, but the engine will
continue running.
If this happens, proceed as follows:
1. Turn off and disconnect any connected
electrical devices.
2. Press and Hold the DC Breaker button for at
least 5 seconds.
3. If the Output Indicator Light turns from Red
to Green, reconnect the electrical
appliances.
4. If the Outlet Indicator Light stays Red, stop
the engine and check the generator,
earthing connection and/or electrical
appliance for any problems before
attempting to restart.
OIL ALERT
The oil alert system is designed to prevent engine damage caused by an insufficient
amount of oil in the crankcase. Before the oil level in the crankcase falls below a safe
limit, the oil alert system will automatically shut down the engine, note the engine
switch will remain in the ‘RUN’ position.
If the oil alert system shuts down the engine, the Oil Alert Indicator Light will turn
Yellow/Amber and the engine will not start. To clear the light, check and add oil by
following the instructions on pages 9-10
CAUTION: PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO USED ENGINE OIL IS
DANGEROUS, ALWAYS WASH YOUR HANDS THOROUGHLY AFTER
HANDLING USED ENGINE OIL.
1. Remove the access panel located on
the side of the generator by
unscrewing the two screws at the
top.
2. Turn the oil filler cap anti-clockwise
and remove from the oil tank.
3. Tilt the generator to allow the oil to
drain out of the oil reservoir into a
suitable container via the drain
channel.
NOTE: You may need assistance with
this step as the generator is
heavy.
4. Once empty of old oil, fill the oil
reservoir with fresh oil.
•DO NOT fill above the max level
mark (0.15 litres)
•We recommend the use of SAE
10W-30 oil in this generator.
(CLARKE part number 3050845)
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 waste or down drains and sinks. Place it in a leak
proof container and dispose of it according to local regulations.
5. Check the spark plug gap (a) with a
feeler gauge, it should be between
0.6 and 0.7 mm.
•Adjust if necessary.
6. 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.
7. Reinstall the spark plug and replace the spark plug cap and cover.
CLEAN FUEL TANK FILTER (EVERY 2 YEARS 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 tank cap.
2. Lift out the filter inside.
3. Clean the filter with solvent. If the
filter is damaged, contact CLARKE
Spare Parts department 020 8988
7400 for a replacement.
4. Replace the filter and fuel tank cap.
CAUTION: ALLOWING PETROL TO SIT IN A FUEL TANK FOR LONG
PERIODS OF TIME CAN MAKE IF DIFFICULT TO START THE
GENERATOR IN THE FUTURE. NEVER STORE THE GENERATOR FOR
EXTENDED PERIODS OF TIME WITH FUEL IN THE TANK.