Robin America RGV12100 User Manual

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SERVICE

MANUAL

RGV12100 / 13100T

Models

PUB-GS1328

Rev. 09/01

GENERATORS

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

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Ruth SloanAug 1, 2025
What to do if the electric starter does not operate on my Robin America Portable Generator?
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  Steven PhillipsAug 1, 2025
  If the electric starter of your Robin America Portable Generator doesn't operate, and the key switch was turned to 'START' within 2 seconds of the engine stopping, wait longer than 2 seconds before trying again. Also, if a remote controller is connected, ensure both the generator's key switch and the remote controller's switch are in the 'ON' position. If these steps don't resolve the issue, the ECU may be defective and need replacement.
C
Christy CaseyAug 9, 2025
What to do if AC voltage is nominal at no-load, but load cannot be applied on Robin America RGV12100?
- J
  Jamie PaulAug 9, 2025
  If the AC voltage of your Robin America Portable Generator is nominal at no-load, but load cannot be applied, adjust the engine speed to the rated rpm. Also, if the generator is overloaded, reduce the load to the rated output. If the appliance is faulty, replace it or remove it.
K
Kristy LopezAug 16, 2025
How to fix too high or too low AC voltage on a Robin America RGV12100 Portable Generator?
- J
  Joseph HernandezAug 17, 2025
  If the AC voltage of your Robin America Portable Generator is too high or too low, adjust the engine speed to the rated rpm. If the insulation is NG, replace the idle control unit with a new one.
J
Jonathan AllenAug 23, 2025
Why does the warning lamp turn on and off when the engine is stopped on my Robin America RGV12100?
- A
  Ashley CarterAug 25, 2025
  If the warning lamp on your Robin America Portable Generator turns on and off when the engine is stopped, ensure there is fuel in the tank and that the fuel cock is open. If the fuel level is adequate, check the engine oil level and condition; add or change the engine oil if necessary.

Robin America RGV12100 Specifications

General

Brand	Robin America
Model	RGV12100
Category	Portable Generator
Language	English

Summary

1. SPECIFICATIONS

2. PERFORMANCE CURVES

3. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF GENERATOR

Control Panel Diagrams

Control Panel RGV12100

Diagram showing control panel components for the RGV12100 model.

Control Panel RGV13100T

Diagram showing control panel components for the RGV13100T model.

SERIAL NUMBER

4. CONSTRUCTION AND FUNCTION

4-1 CONSTRUCTION

Diagrams and labels of the generator's construction components.

4-2 FUNCTION

Explanation of the generator's functional components.

4-2-1 STATOR

Details on the stator's construction and material.

4-2-2 ROTOR

4-2-3 BRUSH / BRUSH HOLDER

4-2-4 CURRENT TRANSFORMER / DIODE UNIT (RGV13100T only)

4-2-5 A.V.R (AUTOMATIC VOLTAGE REGULATOR) (RGV12100 only)

4-2-6 ECU (ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT)

4-2-7 IDLE CONTROL UNIT (RGV12100 only)

4-2-8 OIL PRESSURE SWITCH

4-2-9 RELIEF VALVE

4-2-10 AC SWITCH (NO-FUSE BREAKER)

4-2-11 AC Receptacle

GFCI Receptacle Operation

Connecting to Domestic Circuit

4-2-12 3-PHASE APPLICATION (RGV13100T only)

4-3 DESCRIPTION of GENERATOR OPERATION

4-3-1 PRIMARY EXCITING ACTION (RGV12100)

Explanation of the primary exciting action in the RGV12100.

4-3-2 VOLTAGE REGULATING MECHANISM (RGV12100)

Mechanism of voltage regulation using AVR in RGV12100.

4-3-3 CURRENT TRANSFORMER CONTROL (RGV13100T)

4-3-4 THE ADVANTAGES OF CURRENT TRANSFORMER CONTROL (RGV13100T)

5. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for operating and handling the generator.

6. RANGE OF APPLICATIONS

Appliance Power Calculation: Incandescent and Heaters

Calculating power for appliances with a power factor of 1.0.

Appliance Power Calculation: Fluorescent and Mercury Lamps

Calculating power for lamps with lower power factors.

Appliance Power Calculation: Motor Driven Tools

Calculating power for motor-driven tools and light appliances.

Appliance Power Calculation: Motor Driven Appliances with High Starting Wattage

Calculating power for appliances with high starting wattage.

Appliance Power Calculation: Appliances Without Indicated Power Consumption

Calculating power consumption based on output and efficiency.

7. MEASURING PROCEDURES

7-1 MEASURING INSTRUMENTS

List and description of necessary measuring instruments.

7-2 AC OUTPUT MEASURING

Procedure for measuring the generator's AC output.

7-3 MEASURING INSULATION RESISTANCE

Method for measuring generator insulation resistance.

STATOR Insulation Resistance Test

ROTOR Insulation Resistance Test

CONTROL PANEL Insulation Resistance Test

CURRENT TRANSFORMER Insulation Resistance Test (RGV13100T)

8. CHECKING FUNCTIONAL MEMBERS

8-1 PILOT LAMP and VOLTMETER

Checking the functionality of the pilot lamp and voltmeter.

8-2 AC RECEPTACLES

Checking the continuity and function of AC receptacles.

8-3 AC SWITCH (NO-FUSE BREAKER)

Checking the continuity of the AC switch (no-fuse breaker).

8-4 STATOR

Checking stator winding resistance.

8-5 ROTOR ASSEMBLY

8-6 EXCITING COIL (RGV12100 only)

8-7 BRUSH

8-8 A.V.R (AUTOMATIC VOLTAGE REGULATOR)

8-9 CURRENT TRANSFORMER (RGV13100T only)

8-10 ECU (ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT)

8-11 IDLE CONTROL UNIT (RGV12100 only)

8-12 DIODE UNIT (RGV13100T only)

9. DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

9-1 PREPARATION and PRECAUTIONS

Guidelines and precautions for disassembly and assembly.

9-2 DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES

Step-by-step procedures for disassembling components.

9-3 COMPONENT PARTS

Illustrations of major component parts for disassembly/assembly.

9-4 GENERATOR ASSEMBLING PROCEDURES

9-4-1 FRONT COVER

Procedure for attaching and tightening the front cover.

9-4-2 ROTOR

Procedure for mounting and tightening the rotor.

9-4-3 STATOR

Procedure for positioning and bolting the stator.

9-5 REAR COVER

Procedure for attaching the rear cover and its components.

10. TROUBLESHOOTING

10-1 No AC output

Troubleshooting steps for when the generator produces no AC output.

10-2 AC Voltage is too high or too low

Troubleshooting steps for incorrect AC voltage levels.

10-3 AC voltage is nominal at no-load, but load cannot be applied.

Troubleshooting steps for applying load issues.

10-4 Engine dose not run.

Troubleshooting steps when the engine fails to run.

11. WIRING DIAGRAM (RGV12100)

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