Clarke IG3500AF Manual de instrucciones
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS GC0420 - ISS 3
3.4KW INVERTER GENERATOR
MODEL NO: IG3500AF
PART NO: 8877125
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Generator.
Before attempting to operate the machine, it is essential that you read this
manual thoroughly and carefully follow all instructions given. In doing so you
will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can
also look forward to the product giving you long and satisfactory service.
Ensure the welder and its components suffered no damage during transit and
that all components are present. Should any loss or damage be apparent,
please contact your CLARKE dealer immediately.
GUARANTEE
This CLARKE product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of
12 months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt 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.
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.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WORK AREA
1. Always use in a well ventilated area.
2. Always position the exhaust outlet away from people.
3. Never use indoors or in a confined space.
4. Read these safety instructions before using the equipment.
5. 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.
5. Never smoke whilst refuelling and avoid smoking or using a naked flame
near the generator.
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.
WARNING: EXHAUST FUMES CAN BE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS IF INHALED
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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 generator with wet hands.
3. Never use water or any other liquids to clean 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 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 with fuel in the tank.
6. Do Not connect to a commercial or residential power supply; e.g. ring
main.
SAFETY SYMBOLS
The above symbols are to be found on the product.
Read Instruction
manual before use
Danger - highly
flammable liquid.
Caution - The user
should be aware of
a general hazard
Engine and exhaust
become hot during
use - Do not touch
Dangerous voltage.
Risk of electric
shock
Poisonous fumes - Do
not use the generator
in an enclosed space.
Wear ear defenders For outdoor use only.
Do not expose to rain.
Do not use in the
wet
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GENERATOR OVERVIEW
NO DESCRIPTION NO DESCRIPTION
1 Fuel Supply Valve 7 Control Panel
2 Fuel Cap 8 Anti-vibration Feet
3 Fuel Level Gauge 9 Dipstick
4 Frame 10 Choke Lever
5 Air Filter (at the rear) 11 Earth Point
6 Starting Handle
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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.
• Spark plug box spanner
• Oil Funnel
• 12 Volt D.C. output lead assembly
BEFORE USING THE GENERATOR
Attach a suitable earth lead to a good earthing point - water pipe, ground
spike etc., whenever you use this 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 3).
• 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.
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EARTH POINT
1. Ground the generator by
connecting a suitable grounding
wire to the earth point.
NOTE: Connect the other end of the
grounding wire to a copper or
brass grounding rod that is driven
into the earth.
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL
1. Turn the dipstick anti-clockwise
and remove from the oil filler tube.
2. 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 level is at or below the ‘L’
mark on the dipstick, add oil to
the crankcase.
• Fill until the oil reaches the
threads in the oil fill tube.
• Oil capacity (See page 19).
• We recommend the use of
SAE15W40 oil in this generator.
available from your CLARKE
dealer.
5. Replace the oil filler cap.
WARNING: FAILURE TO PROPERLY GROUND THE GENERATOR CAN RESULT
IN ELECTROCUTION
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.
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CHECKING THE FUEL LEVEL
1. Check the fuel level on the fuel
gauge.
2. To add fuel, open the fuel filler
cap.
3. Slowly add fuel to the fuel tank
(maximum 13L) watching the fuel
level gauge as you do so.
RECOMMENDED FUEL
We recommend the use of standard
unleaded petrol.
IMPORTANT: Do not overfill the fuel tank.
4. Replace the fuel filler cap securely.
WARNING: ALWAYS REFUEL IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA AWAY FROM
ANY HEAT SOURCES.
WARNING: ALLOW THE UNIT TO COOL DOWN BEFORE REFUELLING.
WARNING: DO NOT LEAVE FUEL WITHIN THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
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INDICATOR LIGHTS
OUTPUT
The output indicator (Green) will
remain whenever the generator is
producing power.
OVERLOAD
The overload indicator (Red) will light
up if there is an overload or a short
circuit in the connected appliance. If
this happens, proceed as follows:
1. Turn off any connected electrical
devices and stop the engine.
2. Reduce the total wattage of
connected electric devices to
within the rated output of the
generator.
3. Check air inlet and around the
control unit. If any obstructions are
found, remove them.
4. After checking, restart the engine.
OIL ALERT
The oil alert indicator (Yellow) will light up when the oil level is low.
• To add oil, follow the instructions on page 7.
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USING YOUR GENERATOR
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Remove all connections from the AC sockets.
2. Set the ECON switch to ‘OFF’.
3. Set the fuel valve to the ON
position as shown.
4. Set the engine switch to ‘ON’.
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