PREFACE:
This compact, lightweight GILLETTE generating set is a
very high quality, portable electric power source. It is
intended for temporary electric power to power tools,
lighting, small electric motors and other similar
industrial, rental, commercial and construction
machinery.
Before starting your generating set, thoroughly study
the instructions and cautions in this manual and the
separate engine manual to insure you are fully
acquainted with the operation of this set. Proper
preparation, operation and maintenance will result in
operator safety, best performance and long life of
generating set.
For detailed engine handling, always refer to the
separate engine instruction book furnished with the set.
GILLETTE is constantly improving its products. The
specifications outlined herein are subject to change
without prior notice or obligation. The purchaser and/or
user assumes liability of any modification and/or
alterations made on this equipment from original design
and manufacture.
Before using, user shall determine the suitability of this
product for its intended use and assumes liability
therein.
1. INTRODUCTION:
This generating set consists of generator, engine, base
and power take off means.
The GILLETTE generator is a two pole, 3600 RPM
(3000 RPM for 50 hertz operation), brushless, revolving
field, synchronous type design and is completely
wound, assembled and tested in Elkhart, Indiana
U.S.A. The rotor of the generator is directly connected
to the engine crankshaft and the stator is rigidly coupled
to the engine casting, through the bearing casting.
Other styles include a generator only, key shaft
extended, two bearing, foot mounted, for use with
couplings or V-belt and pulley method of connection to
a key shaft engine.
2. FEATURES:
POWER ASSIST is a GILLETTE exclusive excitation
system using power capacitor and unique new winding
design to insure minimum power fluctuations, maintains
excellent voltage regulation without other external
devices, (voltage regulator board, brushes or slip rings)
and provides superior induction motor load starting
power.
INNOVATIVE WINDING consists of all copper field
and rotor windings, large diameter electrical grade
steel laminations, Class H high 200° C heat insulation
protection, all to insure against burn-outs or early
failures, and allows full generator power on all
recepts without fear of winding unbalance or
overloads.
3. RULES FOR SAFE OPERATIONS:
Safety precautions are essential when operating this
equipment. Using this equipment with respect and
caution will considerably lessen the possibilities of
personal injury. This manual will warn of specific
personal injury potential, and these warnings will be
designated by the symbol:
Read your generator and engine operator manuals
carefully, know your equipment before you use it.
Consider the application, limitations and potential
hazards before operation.
This generating set is equipped with a ground
terminal for your protection. Always complete the
grounding path from the set to an external grounding
source such as an external metal ground rod driven
at least 2 feet into the earth, to prevent electrical
shock.
Electric load applied to generating set must be within
generator rating. Overloading will damage set or
shorten its life.
Engine must not be run at excessive over-speed
conditions. Do not tamper with parts that may
increase or lower speed and result in damage to gen-
set.
Generating set must reach operating speed (3750
RPM) before load is applied. Disconnect electric
loads before shutting engine down.
Maintain electrical cords in good condition.
Worn, bare, frayed or otherwise damaged cords can
cause electric shock.
Never operate the generating set, or handle
any electrical equipment while standing in water,
while barefoot, while hands are wet, or while in the
rain or snow to prevent dangerous electric shock.
A ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) is
installed and connected to all 120 and 240 volt
receptacles. This device automatically protects the
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