Clarke G900 User Manual

1. Safety Precautions
WARNING:
As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with their operation
and use. Exercising respect and caution will considerably lessen the risk of
personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or
ignored, personal injury to the operator or damage to property, may result.
1. ALWAYS Learn the machines applications, limitations and the specific potential
hazards peculiar to it. Read and become familiar with the entire
operating manual.
2. ALWAYS check for damage. Before using the machine,
any damaged part, should be checked to ensure that
it will operate properly, and perform its intended
function. Check for alignment of moving parts, breakage
of parts, mountings, and any other condition that may
affect the machines operation. Any damage should be
properly repaired or the part replaced. If in doubt, DO NOT use the machine.
Consult your local dealer.
3. ALWAYS use the generator on a flat level surface. Avoid tilting or moving
while the generator is operating.
4. ALWAYS switch the machine off before servicing and when refuelling
etc.
5. ALWAYS maintain machine in top condition. Keep clean for the
best and safest performance. Follow maintenance instructions.
6. ALWAYS allow at least 1 metre (3ft) clearance around
the generator . Surrounding areas should be free of
inflammables and hazardous materials (lubricants,
celluloid items, explosives etc).
7. NEVER smoke, use a naked flame or allow others to do so
when refuelling.
8. NEVER overfill the tank, fill to the specified level only. Any spillages must be cleaned
up and allowed to dry thoroughly before starting the generator.
9. NEVER cover or enclose in box etc.
10. NEVER operate the generator indoors.
11. NEVER operate the generator when raining or snowing.
12. NEVER operate in enclosed area where there is
insufficient ventilation, such as a tunnel etc, ensure the
exhaust pipe is directed towards a well ventilated open
area.
13. NEVER connect the generator to a residual power source,
if connected, could lead to a malfunction, even worse, a
fire could result.
WARNING
Exhaust fumes contain toxic gases. Extreme care must be
observed to ensure people an animals in the surrounding areas are not affected.
3ft
3ft
3ft
3ft
Engine Fails To Start
Engine switch and or
choke lever are
incorrectly set.
Set engine switch to RUN, move the choke
lever to its uppermost position (CHOKE).
Return choke lever to its normal position (RUN)
when engine warms up.
Fuel tank empty. Check fuel level and top up as required.
Appliance connected
to the generator.
If connected, turn off the power switch at the
appliance or disconnect completely.
Check spark plug is connected correctly.
Remove spark plug and clean.
Fit new spark plug
Spark plug !
Oil warning lamp
flashing.
Check oil level and top up as required.
No power supplied to the appliance
Circuit breaker tripped. Check the wattage of connected appliance is
within the permissible tolerance level of the
generator, if OK, reset the tripped circuit breaker
and resume as normal.
Faulty connection at
the appliance.
Check connections and make good if faulty
one found.
5. Trouble Shooting
If problems persist, contact Clarke service department for advice.
PARTS & SERVICE TEL: 020 8988 7400
or e-mail as follows:
PAR TS: Parts@clarkeinternational.com
SERVICE: Service@clarkeinternational.com
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Clarke G900 Specifications

General

Brand	Clarke
Model	G900
Category	Portable Generator
Language	English