iTechworld AU4i User Manual
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CONTENTS
KNOW YOUR AU4i ...................................................................................... 2
INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................... 3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................... 3
ELECTRICAL SAFETY .................................................................................... 3
USING AN EXTENSION CABLE .......................................................................................... 4
SAFETY WARNINGS ..................................................................................... 4
PREVENTION OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE .................................................................. 6
BEFORE USING YOUR AU4i ......................................................................... 9
CHECK THE OIL LEVEL ...................................................................................................... 9
CHECK THE BATTERY CONNECTION .............................................................................. 10
CHECK THE FUEL LEVEL ................................................................................................. 11
STARTING YOUR AU4i ............................................................................... 12
USING YOUR AU4i ..................................................................................... 14
USING THE AC POWER .................................................................................................. 15
USING THE DC POWER .................................................................................................. 15
DIGITAL DISPLAY ........................................................................................................... 16
OIL ALARM SYSTEM ...................................................................................................... 16
SWITCHING OFF YOUR AU4i ......................................................................................... 17
MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................... 18
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ............................................................................................ 18
CHANGING THE OIL ....................................................................................................... 19
AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................ 20
SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................... 21
SPARK ARRESTER MAINTENANCE ................................................................................. 21
TRANSPORTING YOUR AU4i .......................................................................................... 22
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................. 23
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KNOW YOUR AU4i
1. Fuel Cap
2. Spark Plug Access Panel
3. Control Panel
4. Fast Recoil Start Cable
5. Sturdy Rubber Feet
6.
6. Easy Roll Wheels
7. Oil/ Service/ Air Filter
Access Panel
8. Fuel Tap
9. Battery Access Panel
CONTROL PANEL
1. Digital Display
2. 2 x 15amp 240v Outlets
3. DC 12v 8.5amp ‘T’ Socket
4. DC Protection
5. Remote Switch
6. Key Start
7. Oil Warning Light
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on purchasing your iTechworld AU4i
Inverter Generator.
Your iTechworld AU4i Inverter Generator is designed to
give you continuous, regulated and uninterrupted power.
Pure Sine Wave, inverter technology provides suitable
power for camping applications, sound systems, air
conditioners, satellite TV and more.
Read and understand this instruction manual before
operating your iTechworld AU4i Inverter Generator.
Failure to do so could result in injuring yourself or
damaging your inverter generator.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read and understand this manual prior to using your iTechworld AU4i
Inverter Generator. Save these instructions and other documents provided for
future reference.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
The iTechworld AU4i Inverter Generator has been designed to
output 240v only. Ensure you check the power supply corresponds
to the voltage on the rating plate.
WARNING! When using your ITechworld AU4i Inverter Generator, basic safety
precautions, including the following, should always be followed to reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, personal injury and material damage.
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USING AN EXTENSION CABLE
Before connecting an extension cable, ensure there is no damage,
ageing or wear. If there is sign of damage, do not use the cable. If
you are using an extension cable on a reel, ensure you completely
unroll the cable before use. Use of a damaged extension cable can
result in an electric shock or the start of a fire.
SAFETY WARNINGS
• The iTechworld AU4i Inverter Generator is designed to give a safe and
dependable service if operated according to the instructions.
• Read and understand this manual before operating the inverter
generator. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or
equipment damage.
• Petrol is extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions.
Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped.
• Keep away from cigarettes, smoke and sparks when refuelling the
inverter generator. Always refuel in a well-ventilated location.
• Prevent the spilling of fuel as this may also ignite with the hot motor.
Wipe up spilled petrol at once. Never refuel whilst the engine
running.
• Connections for standby power to a building’s 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 inverter generator to feed back into the utility lines.
Such back feed may electrocute utility company workers or others
WARNING! When using your iTechworld AU4i Inverter Generator, the following
precautions must be observed to avoid injuries and damage. Ensure you read the
complete manual before operating your ITechworld AU4i Inverter Generator with due
care. Keep this manual in a safe place so it is available at all times. If you give your
iTechworld AU4i Inverter Generator to any other person/s, ensure you give them this
manual as well.
We cannot accept any liability for injury or damage from using your iTechworld AU4i
Inverter Generator incorrectly or from failing to follow these instructions.
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who contact the lines during a power outage, and when utility power
is restored, the generator may explode, burn, or cause fires in the
building’s electrical system.
• Store the inverter generator in a dry area away from flammable
liquids.
• Always make a pre-operation inspection before you start the engine.
Doing so may prevent an accident or equipment damage.
• Place the inverter generator at least 1m (3ft) away from buildings or
other equipment during operation. ALWAYS operate generator a
minimum of 2 meters from any conductive surfaces e.g. metals.
• Persons who are fitted with a heart pacemaker, or similar medical
conditions should take care when using this device. Even the extra
low voltage of the battery charging output should not be handled by
a person with medical conditions as or like the above.
• Operate the inverter generator on a level surface. If the inverter
generator is tilted, fuel spillage may result.
• Do not operate in a hazardous location. Such areas include where
there is a risk of explosion of petrol fumes, leaking gas or explosive
dust.
• Know how to stop the inverter generator quickly and understand
operation of all the controls. Never permit anyone to operate the
generator without proper instructions.
• Keep children and pets away from the inverter generator when it is in
operation.
• Do not use in a dusty or sandy environment. Doing say can cause sand
and dust to be sucked up into the iTechworld AU4i Inverter Generator
• Keep away from rotating parts while the inverter generator is
running.
• The inverter generator is a potential source of electrical shocks when
misused; do not operate with wet hands.
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PREVENTION OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE
HAZARD
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
PREVENTION
Improper storage of
extension cord.
Extension cord can come
into contact with hot engine
parts resulting in damage.
Using a damaged
extension cord can result
in electrocution or death.
Remove extension cord
from the inverter
generator and store
separately away from the
inverter generator.
Operation of the inverter
generator in heavy rain,
wet, icy, or flooded
conditions.
Water is an excellent
conductor of electricity!
Water which comes in
contact with electrically
charged components can
transmit electricity to the
frame and other surfaces,
resulting in electrical shock
to anyone contacting them.
Operate the inverter
generator in a clean, dry,
well ventilated area.
Make sure hands are dry
before touching unit.
Placing the inverter
generator on or against
highly conductive surface,
such as a steel walkway or
metal roof.
Accidental leakage of
electrical current could
charge conductive surfaces
in contact with the
generator.
Place the inverter
generator on low
conductivity surface such
as a concrete slab.
ALWAYS operate inverter
generator a minimum of 2
meters from any
conductive surface.
Operation of unit when
damaged, or with guards
or panels removed.
Attempting to use the unit
when it has been damaged,
or when it is not functioning
normally could result in fire
or electrocution. Removal of
guarding could expose
electrically charged
components and result in
electrocution.
Do not operate the
inverter generator with
mechanical or electrical
problem. Have unit
repaired by an Authorized
Service Centre. Do not
operate generator with
protective guarding
removed.
HAZARD
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
PREVENTION
Filling petrol while engine
is still running.
Fuel and fuel vapors can
become ignited by coming in
contact with hot
components such as the
muffler, engine exhaust
Turn engine off and allow
it to cool before adding
fuel to the tank. Equip
area of operation with a
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gases, or from an electrical
spark.
fire extinguisher certified
to handle fuel fires.
Sparks, fire or hot objects.
Cigarettes, sparks, fires, or
other hot objects can cause
fuel or fuel vapors to ignite.
Add fuel to tank in well
ventilated area. Make
sure there are no sources
of ignition near the
generator.
Tampering with factory
set engine speed settings.
Engine speed has been
factory set to provide safe
operation. Tampering with
the engine speed
adjustment could result in
overheating of attachments
and could cause a fire.
Never attempt to “speedup” the engine to obtain
more performance. Both
the output voltage and
frequency will be thrown
out of standard by this
practice, endangering
attachments and the
user.
Inadequate ventilation for
the inverter generator.
Materials placed against or
near the inverter generator
or operating the inverter
generator in areas where
the temperature exceeds
40° C. ambient (such as
storage rooms or garages)
can interfere with its proper
ventilation features causing
overheating and possible
ignition of the materials or
buildings.
Operate the inverter
generator in a clean, dry,
well ventilated area.
DO NOT OPERATE THE
INVERTER GENERATOR
INDOORS OR IN ANY
CONFINED AREA.
Overfilling the fuel tank fuel spillage.
Spilled fuel and its vapors
can become ignited from
hot surfaces or sparks.
Use care in filling the tank
to avoid spilling fuel.
Make sure fuel cap is
secured tightly and check
engine for fuel leaks
before starting engine.
Move the inverter
generator away from
refueling area or any
spillage before starting
engine. Allow for fuel
expansion. Never refuel
with the engine running.
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HAZARD
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
PREVENTION
Operation of the inverter
generator in careless
manner.
All sources of energy include
the potential for injury.
Unsafe operation or
maintenance of your
inverter generator could
lead to serious injury or
death to you or others.
Review and understand
all of the operating
instructions and warnings
in this manual. Become
familiar with the
operation and controls of
the inverter generator.
Know how to shut it off
quickly. Equip area of
operation with a fire
extinguisher certified to
handle gasoline or fuel
fires. Keep children or
others away from the
inverter generator at all
times.
Operating the inverter
generator while
suspended.
The inverter generator will
not operate properly and
will cause damage to the
generator and could cause
serious injury or death to
you or others.
Never operate the
inverter generator while
suspended or in an
unlevel position. Always
operate generate on a
flat, level surface.
Gasoline engines produce
toxic carbon monoxide
exhaust fumes
Breathing exhaust fumes
will cause serious injury or
death.
Operate the inverter
generator in clean, dry,
well ventilated area.
Never operate unit in
enclosed areas such as
garages, basements,
storage, sheds, or in any
location occupied by
humans or animals. Keep
children, pets and others
away from area of
operating unit.
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