Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE 6.5KVA Petrol 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.
ENVIRONMENTAL RECYCLING POLICY
Through purchase of this product, the customer is taking on the obligation
to deal with the WEEE in accordance with the WEEE regulations in relation
to the treatment, recycling & recovery and environmentally sound disposal
of the 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.
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.
• NEVER use indoors or in a confined space.
• ALWAYS read these safety instructions before using the equipment.
• ALWAYS keep children away from the generator.
POSITIONING THE GENERATOR
1. ALWAYS leave a least a 1m gap between the generator and any surrounding
building or structures.
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 away from any source of heat.
3. ALWAYS refuel in a well ventilated area.
4. Only use standard unleaded petrol. DO NOT mix oil in with the petrol.
5. NEVER overfill the fuel tank, fill to the level specified, see page 12.
6. NEVER smoke whilst refuelling and avoid smoking or using a naked flame near
the generator.
7. 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.
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.
NODESCRIPTIONNO DESCRIPTION
12 x Wheels62 x Axle, Washers & Split Pins
22 x Handles72 x Ignition Keys
31 x Crocodile Clip Jump Cable Set82 x Foot Assemblies
44 x Foot Assembly Nut and Bolts91 x Spark Plug Box Spanner & Bar
•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 3.
•The generator is correctly earthed, see page 10.
•The fuel system is intact and there is no leakage.
NOTE: ALWAYS use a funnel to fill the fuel tank to avoid accidental spillage of
fuel. If fuel is spilled it must be cleaned up before use.
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.
WARNING: ALWAYS CHECK THE OIL LEVEL BEFORE STARTING SEE
PAGE 11, FAILURE TO MAINTAIN THE CORRECT OIL LEVEL MAY
SERIOUSLY DAMAGE THE ENGINE.
FITTING THE FEET & WHEELS
Due to the weight of the generator it is recommended that 2 people undertake the
assembly.
1. Lay a protective cover on the ground and place the generator on to it.
2. Place the generator on its front end
and attach a foot to the frame using
the 2 x M8 x 50 bolts and 2 x M8
locking nuts, as shown.
WARNING: TO CARRY OUT THIS CHECK, PLACE THE GENERATOR ON
LEVEL GROUND WITH THE ENGINE SWITCHED OFF.
WARNING: TAKE CARE NOT TO TOUCH ANY HOT PARTS OF THE
GENERATOR WHEN CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL.
CAUTION: FOR SAFETY SEASONS, THE GENERATOR IS SHIPPED
WITHOUT OIL IN THE ENGINE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START THE
ENGINE BEFORE FOLLOWING THE BELOW STEPS TO CHECK AND
INSTALL ENGINE OIL.
On the control panel is the Oil Level Alert
light. If this light illuminates, then follow
the below instructions.
1. Turn the dipstick anti-clockwise and
remove from the oil fill tube.
2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth.
3. Insert the dipstick back into the oil fill
tube and then remove it again. DO NOT screw in the oil filler cap/
dipstick when doing this.
4. If the oil level is at or below the ‘L’
mark on the dipstick, using a funnel,
add oil to the crankcase.
•Fill until the oil reaches the
threads in the oil fill tube.
•Oil capacity (See page 21).
•We recommend the use of the
following oil: CLARKE SAE30 Motor
Oil; Part No: 3050852
The generator can supply both 230V AC and 110V AC.
The sockets are laid out in the
following order: (from left to right):
1. 1 x 16amp 110v (Small Yellow)
2. 1 x 32amp 110v (Large Yellow)
3. 1 x 13amp 230V (Small Black)
4. 1 x 32amp 230V (Large Blue)
Follow the steps below to properly connect your device(s) to the generator.
1. Before connecting electrical devices, allow the generator to run for a few minutes
to stabilise the speed and voltage output.
2. Select the device with the highest wattage and make sure it is turned off. Plug the
device into the generator and then turn the device on. Allow the engine to
stabilise.
3. Repeat step 2 to plug in each additional device. DO NOT attempt to plug in and
start multiple devices at the same time.
GENERATOR CAPACITY
Make sure the generator can supply enough running (rated) and starting (max.) watts
for the items you will power at the same time. Follow these simple steps.
1. Select the items you will power at the same time.
2. Total the running (rated) watts of these items. This is the amount of power the
generator must produce to keep the items running.
3. Estimate how many starting (max.) watts you will need. Starting wattage is the
short burst of power needed to start electric motor driven tools such as a circular
saw or refrigerator. Because not all motors start at the same time, total starting
(max.) watts can be estimated by adding only the items with the highest
additional starting (max.) to the total rated watts.
1180 Total Running Watts1275 Highest Starting Watts
Total Running Watts: 1180
Highest Starting Watts: +1275
Total Starting Watts Needed = 2455
NEVER add more loads than the generator capacity. Take special care to consider surge
loads in generator capacity as previously described.
The chart below serves as a reference only for the estimated wattage requirements of
common electrical devices. however, DO NOT solely reply on this chart, all electronics
and appliances are built differently, ALWAYS check the wattage listed on the electrical
ALWAYS carry out the following preliminary checks before connecting the generator
to the vehicle battery:
•Switch off the vehicle ignition and ALL ancillary equipment (lighting, radio etc.)
•Ensure the vehicle battery is rated at 12V and not damaged in any way.
•Ensure the area is well ventilated.
•Make sure that the battery terminals are clean and the clamps are firm and
secure.
•If fitted, remove any vehicle battery filler plugs and check the electrolyte
level. If necessary, top up with distilled water.
•Make sure that the generator is OFF.
1. Loosen the positive (red) terminal of
the DC 12V/8.3A connections.
2. Take the positive (red, +) ‘C’ clip of
the jump cable and slide it into the
terminal and tighten the terminal.
3. Loosen the negative (black, -)
terminal of the DC 12V/8.3A
connections.
4. Take the negative (black) ‘C’ clip of
the jump cable and slide it into the
terminal and tighten the terminal.
5. Connect the positive (red, +) clamp to the positive (red, +) battery terminal first.
Take care the clamp does not touch any moving parts or fuel lines.
6. Connect the black clamp to the earthed battery terminal, (this is usually the
negative (-ve) terminal and coloured BLACK) or to a suitable earthing point on the
vehicle chassis ensuring the connections are firm and secure.
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Start the generator, see page 13.
2. Switch or press the vehicle ignition to ‘start’. If the engine does not start, switch
OFF the ignition and wait for at least 30 seconds before trying again.
3. If the vehicle does not start after 3 attempts, investigate any problems with the
vehicle electrical systems.
4. Once the engine is running, switch off the generator, see page 19, disconnect the
earthed (negative, -) clamp FIRST i.e. that connected to the chassis or negative (ve) terminal etc, then disconnect the Positive (+) clamp from the battery terminal.
You should remove the connections within 30 seconds of starting the
vehicle.
5. Leave the vehicle engine running for a while to let the alternator recharge the
battery.
NOTE: Take great care not to touch the red positive (+) clamp against the
black negative (-) clamp.
6. Disconnect the ‘C’ clips from the generator.
MAIN AC BREAKER
The Main AC Breaker will activate (switch
to the ‘OFF’ position) if the generator or
circuit is overloaded. If the Main AC
Breaker activates or any of the smaller
individual circuit breakers,
1. Remove any connected devices from
the generator.
2. Wait for a few minutes.
3. Reset the breaker to the ‘ON’
position.
4. Restart the generator.
5. Reconnect the devices to the
generator, making sure you do not
exceed the maximum capacity of 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.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain the
generator. All service and adjustments should be made at least one time every year. It
is important that the maintenance chart below is followed:
Frequency
ItemAction
Engine Oil
(Page 21)
Air Filter
(Page 23)
Spark Plug
(Page 22)
IdlingCheck - Adjust***
Valve ClearanceCheck - Adjust***
Fuel TankClean***
Fuel Filter
(page 24)
Check Level*
Replace*
Check*
Clean **
Replace*
Clean - Adjust****
Replace*
Check - Clean*
Each Time
of Use
Every 3
Months or
50 Hrs
Every 6
Months or
100 Hrs
Every Year
or 300 Hrs
Fuel Supply
Line
•** = Recommended to be performed more often than in the schedule if
operated in a dusty environment.
•*** = Recommended to be performed by a CLARKE authorized dealer.
CAUTION: PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO USED ENGINE OIL IS HARMFUL,
ALWAYS WASH YOUR HANDS THOROUGHLY AFTER HANDLING USED
ENGINE OIL.
1. Unscrew and remove the oil filler
cap/dipstick.
2. Place an oil collection tray under the
drain plug.
3. Unscrew the drain plug and allow the
used engine oil to drain from the
crankcase into the oil collection tray.
NOTE: Drain the engine oil when the
engine is warm, this will ensure
the oil flows out faster.
4. Replace the drain plug.
5. Fill the crankcase with new engine
oil.
•Fill until the oil reaches the
threads in the oil fill tube.
•Oil capacity: 1.1 Litre.
•We recommend the use of the
following oil: CLARKE SAE30 Motor
Oil; Part No: 3050852
6. Replace the oil filler cap/dipstick.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
One of the most damaging sources of pollution is oil, DO NOT throw away used
engine oil in with your domestic rubbish or pour it down drains or sinks. Place it in a
leak proof container and take it to your local waste disposal site.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE THE GENERATOR WITHOUT THE AIR FILTER
FITTED, THIS CAN DAMAGE THE GENERATOR.
1. Unclip and remove the air filter cover.
2. Remove the air filter element.
3. Make sure that the air filter is clean
and not damaged.
•If the air filter is damaged contact
CLARKE spare parts department
for a replacement.
•If the filter is dirty, wash in a
solution of warm water and mild
detergent and rinse thoroughly.
Leave the filter to dry completely,
once it is dry immerse in clean engine oil and squeeze to remove excess
oil.
WARNING: DO NOT USE INFLAMMABLE SOLVENTS OR PETROL TO
CLEAN THE AIR FILTER.
4. Replace the filter to its original position and replace the air filter cover.