4.2. Operation
When the running speed of the generating set has stabilised (approximately 3 minutes):
Check that the circuit breakers (fig. A - No. 11) are pushed down. Press if necessary.
Connect the appliances that are to be used to the electrical sockets (fig. A - No. 12) of the generating set.
The working hours counter (fig. A - No. 15) shows the number of hours that the generating set has worked.
4.3. Switching off
Stop and disconnect the equipment from the sockets (fig. A - No. 12).
Allow the engine to run on no-load for 1 or 2 minutes.
Turn the ignition key (fig. A - No. 9) to the « OFF » position: The generating set stops.
Shut off the fuel tap (fig. A - No. 6 & fig. C - No. 1).
Always make sure that the generating set is properly ventilated.
Even after it has stopped, the engine continues to give off heat.
Warning
5. Safety features
5.1. Circuit breaker
The set's electrical circuit is protected by one or more magnetothermal, differential or thermal cut-out switches. In the event of an
overload and/or short circuit, the supply of electrical energy may be cut.
If necessary, replace the circuit breakers in the generating set with circuit breakers with identical nominal ratings and specifications.
6. Maintenance schedule
6.1. Reminder of use
The maintenance operations to be carried out are described in the maintenance schedule. The interval for this is supplied as a guide
and for generating sets operating with fuel and oil which conform to the specifications given in this manual.
If the generating set is used under extreme conditions, the interval between the maintenance operations must be shortened.
6.2. Maintenance table
Operations to be
carried out when
Component
the expiry date is
Screws and bolts
Check the level
Engine oil
Oil filter
Fuel filter
Air filter
Starter battery
Spark plugs
Check - Clean
Generating set
Bendix starter*
Have checked*
Solenoid starter*
Have checked*
* Operation(s) to be entrusted to one of our dealers.
If used in dusty conditions, clean the air filter more frequently.
Each time
it is used
reached
Check
Change
Replace
Replace
Check
Clean
Replace
Check
Clean
Every
After:
Year
1 month
Or
Or
every 50
the first 25 hours
hours
Every
Every
Year
Year
Or
Or
every 100
every 200
hours
hours
Every
Year
Or
every 500
hours
*
*