WARNING: Do not use the generator without reading this manual
2200W INVERTER GENERATOR
MODEL NO: IG2300
PART NO: 8877121
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS DL0425 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
1. ALWAYS use in a well ventilated area.
2. ALWAYS position the exhaust outlet away from people.
3. Read these safety instructions before using the equipment.
4. 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 OFF 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/
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.
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.
Read instruction
manual before use.
Dangerous Voltage Risk of Electrocution.
FlammableCaution - The user
DO NOT directly cover
the generator while in
use
Hot surface - DO NOT
TOUCH
Poisonous fumes - DO
NOT use the generator
in an enclosed space.
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 3).
•Correctly earthed.
•Free from leakage.
NOTE: To avoid accidental spillage of fuel, 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.
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 PAGE 4 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.
1. Check the fuel level via the fuel
gauge window located on top of the
generator. A red bar will show the
fuel quantity in the tank.
NOTE: The fuel tank capacity is 5.6
Litres (Safe Fuel Level).
2. Open the fuel filler cap located on top
of the generator.
6. 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.
NOTE: NEVER let the handle snap
back.
7. Once the engine has started, slowly
turn the fuel switch to the ‘ON’
position.
NOTE: Allow the generator to run for
several minutes before
attempting to connect any
electrical devices. This allows the
generator to stabilize its speed
and temperature.
NOTE: When you first start the
generator, the overload indicator (see item 4, page 7) may light up for a
few seconds, this is normal. If the overload indicator is still lit after 5
seconds, stop the engine and contact your CLARKE dealer or the
CLARKE Service Department.
ECONOMY CONTROL SWITCH
‘I’ (ECO MODE):
Recommended to minimize fuel
consumption and further reduce noise
levels when no load is applied to the
generator. Engine speed varies with the
load.
‘O’ (HIGH-SPEED MODE):
The engine will run at the rated speed
regardless of whether a load is
connected or not. The switch should be in the ‘O’ position if you are using electrical
devices that require a large starting current such as compressors or water pumps.
CAUTION: THE ECONOMY CONTROL DOES NOT WORK EFFECTIVELY
IF THE ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE REQUIRES ‘BURSTS’ OF POWER.
CAUTION: TURN THE ECONOMY CONTROL FEATURE OFF WHEN
CONNECTING HIGH LOAD APPLIANCES OR WHEN CONNECTING TO
THE DC OUTPUT.
CONNECTING ELECTRICAL DEVICES
The generator can supply both 230V AC
and 12V DC.
AC POWER
1. Start the engine. See pages 12-13.
2. Make sure the appliance is turned off
before connecting it to the generator.
3. Connect the appliance to the generator using one of the two 3 Pin 13A 230V AC
outlets.
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.
DC POWER
1. Set the economy control switch to ‘O’.
2. Start the generator. See pages 12-13.
3. Make sure the appliance is turned off before
connecting it to the generator.
4. Lift the cover and connect the 12V appliance
(max 8.3A) to the generator.
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.
CHANGING AIR FILTER (EVERY 50 HOURS OF USE)
WARNING: DO NOT USE FLAMMABLE SOLVENTS OR PETROL TO
CLEAN THE AIR FILTER.
1. Unscrew the 3 fixing screws on each corner
and remove the maintenance panel shown
on the right.
2. Remove the air filter cover screw,
shown on the right.
3. Remove the air filter cover.
4. Remove the air filter element.
5. If the air filter is damaged contact
the CLARKE spare parts department
for a replacement.
•If the filter is dirty, wash it in a
solution of warm water and mild
detergent and then rinse
thoroughly.
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 top cover.
CLEAN FUEL TANK FILTER (EVERY 100 HOURS OF USE OR
EVERY 6 MONTHS)
CAUTION: ALLOWING PETROL TO SIT IN THE FUEL TANK FOR LONG
PERIODS OF TIME CAN MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO START THE
GENERATOR IN THE FUTURE. NEVER STORE THE GENERATOR FOR
EXTENDED PERIODS OF TIME WITH FUEL IN THE TANK.
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.
Engine needs maintenanceContact the CLARKE service
Generator was tilted when
adding oil or shipped side
down
Set OFF/ON/CHOKE Fuel Switch to
CHOKE position
Change the fuel in the tank
Move generator to a level surface
to prevent low oil shutdown from
triggering
department for more information
Remove spark plug, turn engine
switch to the OFF position then pull
recoil starter four (4) times to
remove oil from the combustion
chamber. Replace spark plug and
restart engine
Engine StopsFuel tank vacuum relief valve
on OFF position
Not enough oil in crankcaseAdd or change oil
Engine is out of fuelCheck fuel gauge and add fuel if