Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product G1200R Makita
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GENERATOR MODEL : GI ZOOR INSTRUCTION MANUAL I ISSUE EMD-GU0815 I I 3229020046 I.
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FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing this portable generator. This manual contains information and operating procedures necessary for the effective, economical and safe operation of the generator. For the proper operating procedures, read this manual thoroughly before operating the generator.
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Fire prevention 0 When refueling : - Stop the engine. - Extreme care must be taken to prevent fire hazards. - Be sure to fill fuel tank up to the specified level. - Spilled fuel must be wiped off thoroughly. After (' 8 v- Avoid smoking and the use of matches or open flame.
Exhaust gas precautions -Exhaust gas contains toxic gases. Extreme care must be taken about people and - Never operate the generator indoors. - Never oprate in an enclosed area not adequately ventilated such as in a warehouse, - The exhaust pipe should be pointed toward a well-ventilated open area.
2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION Engine control switch (CHOKE-R UN-STOP) Muffler I Ground terminal Air cleaner cover -3-.
Fuel -4-.
3. CONTROLS AND INDICATORS CHOKE RUN CHOKE 2”: To start the engine, turn the knob to this position. (Choke valve is closed.) Keep the knob in this position after the engine starts. (The engine can be started with the knob at this position when the engine is warm.
AC circuit breaker DC circuit breaker 0 Both AC and DC circuit breakers shut off electric current when the current exceeds its limit or a malfunction occurs in the connected appliance. Check for excessive current consumption or defects in the appliance.
4. BEFORE OPERATION (NECESSARY INSPECTIONS / CHECKS) Oil level checking and refilling should be performed on a level surface with the engine stopped. 3 Oil filler neck I/ / LEVELmark I I Checking engine oil level 0 Remove oil gauge and check oil level : - If level is low, fill to the top of the oil filler neck.
Checking the area around the generator - Area should be free of inflammables and hazardous materials. - The generator is placed at least 1 meter (3 ft) away from buildings or other facilities. - Generator is located in well-ventilated, open area. - The exhaust pipe is pointed toward a well-ventilated open area.
5. OPERATING PROCEDURES Starting - Check oil and fuel levels. - Make sure the appliance is disconnected. -Turn engine switch to "CHOKE" position. (When engine is warm or temperature is high, start engine with the switch at "RUN" position.
AC application - Check the voltmeter for proper voltage. The generator is thoroughly adjusted and tested in the factory. If the generator does not produce the specified voltage, consult your nearest Generator dealer. -Check the electrical appliance to see if its switch is turned off, then connect the appliance to the generator.
I I I DC receptacle I o Grounding the generator -To ground the generator to the earth, connect the grounding lug of the generator to the gounding spike driven into the earth or to the conductor which has been already grounded to the earth.
0 Charging safety : Batteries produce explosive hydrogen gas. This gas is emitted from the vent hole of each battery cap. Safety precautions must be observed to prevent ignition and subsequent explosion of the hydrogen gas caused by open flame or sparks.
6. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Fuel level Proper maintenance of the generator will allow reliable performance and reasonable maintenance cost. This section outlines a standard schedule for this purpose. This schedule should be adjusted as necessary to conform to the owner's conditions of use.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Do-it-yourself service Check & add engine oil Clean air cleaner I Item I Interval I .... refill as required Check before each use Change engine oil Adjust spark plug gap I Cle.
7. EASY CHECKING AND MAINTENANCE Q? o I Drain plug Air cleaner servicing 0 If the air cleaner element is clogged, a decrease in generator output, erratic engine operation and / or excessive fuel consumption may result.
Checking the spark plug 0 Inspection and adjustment procedure : - Open spark plug cover. -Remove plug cap and remove spark plug using a plug wrench. -Using plug cleaner or wire brush, clean plug elec- trode of burnt or deposited carbon. - Check for proper gap between electrodes.
8. PREPARATION FOR STORAGE - Remove fuel strainer cup, open fuel cock and completely drain fuel from tank. -After draining fuel, reinstall strainer cup and close the fuel cock. -Start and run the generator without an appliance connected until the carburetor is completely empty of fuel.
9. TROUBLESHOOTING Check fuel level. When engine fails to start or if the engine turns but there is no electricity at the receptacles, perform the following checks. If empty, refill fuel tank. When engine fails to start : Check to make sure that the generator is not connected to an appliance.
IO. APPLICABLE WATTAGE OF THE GENERATOR Electric appliances normally come with a label indicating voltage, cycle and (input) wattage, the electric power which the appliance consumes. However, when the generator is used as the power source both power factor and starting current should be considered.
Applicable wattage 60Hz Appliance I Incandescent lamp,hot plate I up to 1 ooow ~ ---1 I Fluorescent lamp,mercury lamp I up to about 600W I I Electric tool I up to about 600W I I Pump,compressor I up to about 250W I NOTE : 1. Appliances equipped with electric motors.
11. SPECIFICATIONS 1 DESCRIPTION G1200R 1 Engine Model I EY15D (Wl -1 45) I Displacement cc lcu in Frequency HZ Rated Output Watts AC Continuous Dutv 143 I 8.73 60 1000 r OutputMax. Watts AC I Engine Speed RPM Voltage V 1200 I 3600 120 Fuel Tank Capacity : Liters Continuous Operation Hours Per Tank Ignition Automatic Voltage Regulator US Gal.
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MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Warranty Policy Every Makita tool is thoroughly ins ected and tested before leaving the fac- tory. It is warranted to be free of degcts from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase.
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