Global Machinery Company Portable Generator GEN2300ES User Manual

2300W  
AVR PETROL  
GENERATOR  
WITH ELECTRIC KEY START  
GEN2300ES  
INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
Code: GEN2300ES IM  
Date: 080219 Edition: 04  
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Introduction  
Description of symbols  
Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy  
your expectations. It has been manufactured under  
stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior  
performance criteria.  
The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. These  
represent important information about the product or  
instructions on its use.  
Wear eye protection.  
Wear hearing protection.  
Wear breathing protection.  
You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate,  
and, with proper care, it will give you many years  
of dependable service.  
Conforms to relevant standards for  
electromagnetic compatibility.  
CAUTION. Carefully read through this entire Instruction  
Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool. Take  
special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings.  
Specifications  
Your GMC power tool has many features that will make  
your job faster and easier. Safety, performance, and  
dependability have been given top priority in the  
development of this tool, making it easy to maintain  
and operate.  
AC output:  
240Vac ~ 50Hz  
2000W  
Rated power:  
Peak power:  
Phase:  
2300W (2.4Kva)  
Single  
Environmental protection  
Recycle unwanted materials instead  
of disposing of them as waste. All tools,  
hoses and packaging should be sorted,  
taken to the local recycling centre and  
disposed of in an environmentally safe way.  
Power factor:  
Displacement:  
DC output:  
coso| =1  
163cc  
12V, Maximum current 8A  
5.5HP, 4 stroke  
3000 min-1  
16L  
Motor:  
No load speed:  
Fuel tank capacity:  
Fuel type:  
Scope of product  
This product is suited for home, camping and caravan  
applications. It will allow you to power outdoor lights, power  
tools and recharges your car battery.  
Unleaded  
4 Stroke  
Oil type:  
Note: For sensitive equipment like computers,  
sound systems, televisions, microwaves etc.,  
it is highly recommended to have a surge  
protector connected to the generator.  
Operation noise level:  
Net weight:  
79.5dB/7m  
42kg  
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Personal safety  
Safety instructions  
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use  
common sense when operating a power tool.  
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the  
influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment  
of inattention while operating power tools may result in  
serious personal injury.  
WARNING. Read and understand all instructions.  
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in  
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “power  
tool” in all of the warnings below refers to your mains-  
operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)  
power tool.  
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.  
Safety equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid  
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for  
appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.  
Save these instructions  
Work area  
Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark  
areas invite accidents.  
Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the  
off-position before plugging in. Carrying power tools with  
your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that  
have the switch on invites accidents.  
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,  
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases,  
or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the  
dust or fumes.  
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning  
the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a  
rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.  
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a  
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.  
Electrical safety  
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at  
all times. This enables better control of the power tool in  
unexpected situations.  
Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify  
the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with  
earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and  
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.  
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.  
Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving  
parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught  
in moving parts.  
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded  
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and  
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock  
if your body is earthed or grounded.  
If devices are provided for the connection of dust  
extraction and collection facilities ensure that these  
are connected and properly used. Use of these devices  
can reduce dust-related hazards.  
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.  
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of  
electric shock.  
Power tool use and care  
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying,  
pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away  
from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or  
entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.  
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool  
for your application. The correct power tool will do the job  
better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.  
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn  
it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled  
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.  
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an  
outdoor extension cord suitable for outdoor use.  
Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of  
electric shock.  
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Disconnect the plug from the power source before  
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or  
storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures  
reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.  
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and  
do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool  
or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power  
tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.  
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or  
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other  
condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If  
damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many  
accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.  
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly  
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less  
likely to bind and are easier to control.  
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.,  
in accordance with these instructions and in the  
manner intended for the particular type of power  
tool, taking into account the working conditions  
and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool  
for operations different from intended could result in a  
hazardous situation.  
Service  
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair  
personnel using only identical replacement parts.  
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is  
maintained.  
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Risk of electrocution and fire  
Hazard  
What could happen  
How to prevent it  
Extension cord can come into contact  
with hot engine parts resulting in  
damage. Using a damaged extension  
cord can result in electrocution or  
death.  
Remove extension cord from the  
generator and store separately away  
from generator.  
Improper storage of extension cord.  
Water is an excellent conductor of  
electricity! Water which comes in  
contact with electrically charged  
components can transmit electricity  
to the frame and other surfaces,  
resulting in electrical shock to anyone  
contacting them.  
Operate generator in a clean, dry, well  
ventilated area. Make sure hands are  
dry before touching unit.  
Operation of generator in rain, wet,  
icy, or flooded conditions.  
Accidental leakage of electrical current Place generator on low conductivity  
Placing generator on or against  
highly conductive surface, such as a  
steel walkway or metal roof.  
could charge conductive surfaces in  
contact with the generator.  
surface such as a concrete slab.  
ALWAYS operate generator a  
minimum of 2 meters from any  
conductive surface.  
Contact with worn or damaged  
extension cords could result in  
electrocution.  
Inspect extension cords before use and  
replace with new cord if required.  
Use of worn, damaged or  
ungrounded extension cords.  
Always use a cordset having a  
grounding wire with an appropriate  
grounding plug. DO NOT use an  
ungrounded plug.  
Use of ungrounded cordsets could  
prevent operation of circuit breakers  
and result in electrical shock.  
Attempting to use the unit when it  
has been damaged, or when it is not  
functioning normally could result in fire Have unit repaired by an Authorised  
Do not operate generator with  
mechanical or electrical problem.  
Operation of unit when damaged,  
or with guards or panels removed.  
or electrocution.  
Service Centre.  
Removal of guarding could expose  
electrically charged components and  
result in electrocution.  
Do not operate generator with  
protective guarding removed.  
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Risk of fire  
Hazard  
What could happen  
How to prevent it  
Fuel and fuel vapours can become ignited Turn engine off and allow it to cool before  
by coming in contact with hot components adding fuel to the tank. Equip area of  
such as the muffler, engine exhaust gases, operation with a fire extinguisher certified  
Attempting to fill the fuel  
tank while the engine is  
running.  
or from an electrical spark.  
to handle gasoline or fuel fires.  
Cigarettes, sparks, fires, or other hot  
objects can cause fuel or fuel vapours  
to ignite.  
Add fuel to tank in well ventilated area.  
Make sure there are no sources of ignition  
near the generator.  
Sparks, fire, hot objects  
Improper storage of fuel  
Improperly stored fuel could lead to  
Store fuel in an approved container  
accidental ignition. Fuel improperly secured designed to hold fuel. Store container in  
could get into the hands of children or other secure location to prevent use by others.  
unqualified persons.  
Engine speed has been factory set to  
provide safe operation. Tampering with  
the engine speed adjustment could result  
in overheating of attachments and could  
cause a fire.  
Never attempt to “speed-up” the engine to  
obtain more performance. Both the output  
voltage and frequency will be thrown out  
of standard by this practice, endangering  
attachments and the user.  
Tampering with factory set  
engine speed settings.  
Materials placed against or near the  
generator or operating the generator in  
areas where the temperature exceeds  
40°C. ambient (such as storage rooms  
or garages) can interfere with its proper  
ventilation features causing overheating  
and possible ignition of the materials or  
buildings.  
Operate generator in a clean, dry,  
well ventilated area.  
Inadequate ventilation  
for generator  
DO NOT OPERATE UNIT INDOORS  
OR IN ANY CONFINED AREA.  
Spilled fuel and its vapours can become  
ignited from hot surfaces or sparks.  
Use care in filling the tank to avoid spilling  
fuel. Make sure fuel cap is secured tightly  
and check engine for fuel leaks before  
starting engine. Move generator away  
from refuelling area or any spillage before  
starting engine. Allow for fuel expansion.  
Never refuel with the engine running.  
Overfilling the fuel tank  
– fuel spillage.  
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Risk of injury and property damage when transporting generator  
Hazard  
What could happen  
How to prevent it  
Fuel or oil can leak or spill and  
could result in fire or breathing  
hazard, serious injury or death  
can result. Fuel or oil leaks can  
damage carpet, paint or other  
surfaces in vehicles or trailers.  
The generator is equipped with a fuel drain valve,  
turn the valve to the off position before transporting to  
avoid fuel leaks. Transport fuel only in an approved fuel  
container. Always place generator on a protective mat  
when transporting to protect against damage to vehicle  
from leaks. Remove generator from vehicle immediately  
upon arrival at your destination.  
Fire, inhalation, damage  
to vehicle surfaces  
Risk of breathing – inhalation hazard  
Hazard  
What could happen  
How to prevent it  
Breathing exhaust fumes will  
cause serious injury or death.  
Operate generator in clean, dry, well ventilated area.  
Never operate unit in enclosed areas such as garages,  
basements, storage, sheds, or in any location occupied  
by humans or animals. Keep children, pets and others  
away from area of operating unit.  
Gasoline engines  
produce toxic carbon  
monoxide exhaust  
fumes.  
Risk of unsafe operation  
Hazard  
What could happen  
How to prevent it  
All sources of energy include  
the potential for injury. Unsafe  
operation or maintenance of your  
generator could lead to serious  
injury or death to you or others.  
Review and understand all of the operating  
instructions and warnings in this manual.  
Operation of generator  
in careless manner.  
Become familiar with the operation and controls of  
the generator. Know how to shut it off quickly.  
Equip area of operation with a fire extinguisher  
certified to handle gasoline or fuel fires.  
Keep children or others away from the generator at  
all times.  
Generator will not operate properly Never operate generator while suspended or in an  
and will cause damage to the unlevel position. Always operate generate on a flat, level  
generator and could cause serious surface.  
injury or death to you or others.  
Operating generator  
while suspended  
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Risk of hot surfaces  
Hazard  
What could happen  
How to prevent it  
Contact with hot surfaces, such as  
engines exhaust components, could  
result in serious burns.  
During operation, touch only the  
Contact with hot engine and  
generator components.  
control surfaces of the generator. Keep  
children away from the generator at  
all times. They may not be able to  
recognize the hazards of this product.  
Risk of moving parts  
Hazard  
What could happen  
How to prevent it  
The generator contains parts which  
rotate at high speed during operation.  
These parts are covered by guarding to loose fitting clothing or jewellery which  
Never operate generator with guarding  
or cover plates removed. Avoid wearing  
Contact with moving parts can  
result in serious injury.  
prevent injury.  
could be caught by moving parts.  
Risk from lifting  
Hazard  
What could happen  
How to prevent it  
Serious injury can result from  
attempting to lift too heavy an object.  
When lifting, always keep the object  
you are lifting near the vertical axis of  
your body. DO NOT use you back to  
lift heavy loads. Both people should  
crouch down, grab the underside  
of unit and use your legs to carry  
the weight. Keep the object as near  
the centre of your body’s gravity as  
possible. Avoid twisting your bodies  
when carrying the unit; instead, turn  
your whole body using your feet.  
Lifting a very heavy object.  
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Engine speed has been factory set to provide safe  
operation. Tampering with the engine speed adjustment  
could result in overheating of attachments and could  
cause a fire. Never attempt to “speed-up” the engine to  
obtain more performance. Both the output voltage and  
frequency will be thrown out of standard by this practice,  
endangering attachments and the user.  
Additional safety rules for generators  
Do not operate in a hazardous location. Such areas  
include where there is a risk of explosion of petrol fumes,  
leaking gas or explosive dust.  
Do not operate in a confined area. Exhaust gases,  
smoke or fumes could reach dangerous concentrations.  
The output of this generator is potentially lethal. The  
generator should not be connected to a fixed electrical  
installation except by an appropriately licensed person.  
You MUST unplug any load from the generator before  
starting and stopping to prevent permanent damage to  
any appliances.  
Protect your generator. This generator is NOT  
WEATHERPROOF and should not be exposed to direct  
sunlight, high ambient temperature and damp, wet or  
high humidity conditions.  
Unpacking  
Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely  
that your GMC generator is faulty or that a part is missing.  
If you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool until the  
parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified.  
Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.  
Do not smoke while refuelling. This is potentially  
dangerous as it may ignite the fuel and cause an explosion.  
Take care not to spill fuel. When refuelling the generator  
ensure that the motor has been switched off. Prevent the  
spilling of fuel as this may also ignite with the hot motor.  
Never refuel whilst the engine running.  
Be careful where you store the generator. Store the  
generator in a dry area away from inflammable liquids.  
Keep your distance. The generator emits exhaust  
fumes. As a safety precaution do not stand close to the  
unit whilst it is in operation. Ensure bystanders also keep  
their distance.  
Ground (earth) your generator. Ensure that the  
generator has been ground by using an earth lead.  
Simply connect one end of the Earth lead to the generator  
where marked and the other end should be pressed into  
the ground.  
Ensure the generator has oil. Before commencing  
the generator, ensure that the unit has been filled with  
SAE#30 4 stroke oil.  
Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never fill fuel tank when  
engine is running or hot. Do not smoke when filling  
fuel tank.  
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Know your product  
1. Fuel tank  
1
3
4
2
5
2. Fuel tank cap  
3. Fuel level gauge  
4. AC safety switch  
5. DC reset button  
6. Ground (earth) terminal  
7. Oil filler cap  
8. AC sockets  
9. DC socket  
10. Key start ignition  
17  
11. Oil drain  
12. Tap extension  
fuel filter  
10  
21  
18  
6
13. Air filter cover  
14. Choke lever  
15. Spark plug  
16. Fuel drain  
17. Muffler  
7
11  
18. Exhaust  
19. DC plug  
20. Fuel valve  
21. Voltmeter  
22. Battery  
22  
8
9
14  
20  
23  
23. Recoil starter  
12  
20  
13  
15  
16  
19  
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Automatic voltage regulator (AVR)  
Checking the engine oil  
This generator has been equipped with AVR technology  
which provides automatic voltage regulated power for  
continuous uninterrupted stable power supply.  
The motor of this generator is not filled with oil.  
Prior to starting the motor ensure the crank case is filled with  
SAE #30 4 stroke oil.  
The AVR maintains a regulated AC output and reacts  
substantially quicker to rapid surges in voltage, therefore,  
preventing the possibility of damage to the generator and  
attached equipment.  
Damage to the motor is not covered under warranty if the  
motor is run without oil.  
1. Before checking or refilling oil, be sure the generator is  
put on a stable and level surface, ensuring the engine has  
been switched OFF.  
Preparing the generator  
It is important to check the generator before you commence  
operating the unit.  
2. Remove the oil filler cap (7) by rotating the cap anti-  
clockwise and inspect to see the oil level.  
IMPORTANT. Ensure that the engine has oil. When leaving  
the factory, this generator has NO OIL in the engine.  
3. If the oil level is below the lower level line, refill with SAE  
#30 4 stroke oil to the upper level line.  
Note. The engine will not start if the generator has no oil.  
Note. Do not screw in the oil filler cap (7) when checking oil  
level, simply insert and pull the cap straight out.  
Checking the engine fuel  
1. Switch off engine by turning the ignition switch (10) to  
the ‘off’ position.  
Oil filler cap (oil gauge)  
4. If the oil is contaminated  
or has discoloured,  
ensure you change the  
Upper level  
2. Check the fuel level by viewing the fuel level gauge (3).  
oil. Refer to the ‘Engine oil  
replacement’  
section for instructions.  
3. If the fuel is low, remove the fuel cap (2) by turning  
anticlockwise.  
Note. This motor is fitted with  
a low oil sensor. If the oil level  
4. Check to ensure the fuel filter screen is inside the fuel  
filter neck.  
Lower level  
is too low the motor will stop  
operating or the motor will not  
start. It is advised to  
check the oil level each time  
the generator is used.  
5. Pour the unleaded fuel from an approve fuel container  
into the fuel tank (1). Because fuel expands, DO NOT  
FILL to the lip of the tank.  
6. Replace fuel cap (2) and turn clockwise to lock.  
WARNING.  
Connecting the battery  
Note. Before using the key  
start function of the generator  
you must connect the battery to  
the generator.  
Do not refill fuel tank (1) while engine is running or is hot.  
A
Check to ensure that the fuel drain (16) has been  
tightened and that fuel is not leaking.  
Be careful not to admit dust, dirt, water or other foreign  
objects into the fuel.  
1. Firmly take hold of both  
plugs and insert one into  
the other until they ‘click’  
into place (Fig. A).  
Wipe off spilt fuel thoroughly before starting engine.  
Ensure you DO NOT fuel the generator in close proximity  
to any open flames.  
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5. Once you hear the motor  
operating, release the key  
to allow the position to  
move from ‘START’ to ‘ON’  
(Fig. F).  
Starting the engine with key start  
WARNING. Before starting the motor, ensure you have filled  
the crank case to the correct level with oil.  
F
Note. The crank case is not filled with oil from the factory.  
1. Before starting, ensure that no electrical apparatus has  
been connected to the generator (Fig. B).  
6. Push the choke lever (14)  
back to the position towards  
the front of the generator.  
This position will switch the  
choke ‘off’.  
B
C
Starting the engine manually  
Note. Follow steps 1 to 3 of the  
Starting the engine with key start’ section.  
4. Turn the key start ignition  
(10) clockwise to the ‘ON’  
G
(Fig. G).  
2. Turn the fuel valve (20) clockwise to the ‘on’ position (Fig. C).  
5. Slowly pull the recoil starter  
(23) until you feel it engage  
and then pull it briskly.  
3. Move the choke lever (14) to the position towards the  
rear of the generator (Fig. D). This is not necessary if the  
engine is already warm.  
6. Once you hear the motor  
operating, push the choke  
lever (14) back to the  
E
D
position towards the front of the generator. This position  
will switch the choke ‘off’.  
Stopping the engine  
1. Before stopping, ensure  
H
that no electrical apparatus  
is connected to the  
generator.  
4. Turn the key start ignition (10) clockwise to the ‘START’  
position (Fig. E).  
2. Turn the key start ignition  
(10) to the ‘OFF’ position  
(Fig. H).  
Note. When the motor is started for the very first time, it  
may require a number of attempts to start until the fuel has  
travelled from the tank to the motor.  
3. Turn the fuel lever anti  
clockwise to the ‘off’ position.  
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Connecting apparatus to the generator  
1. Start the engine. Allow the motor to run for a couple of  
minutes to warm up prior to connecting any apparatus to  
the generator.  
1.30  
1.26  
1.22  
1.18  
1.14  
1.10  
1.06  
2
3
2. For AC current, ensure the  
I
safety switch (4) is turned  
OFF first, then plug the  
power cord into the AC  
output socket (8) (Fig. I).  
1
3. Switch the AC safety switch  
(4) to the ‘ON’ position.  
Note: ALWAYS use  
0
2
4
6
8
10  
Charging time (Hr)  
three-pronged plugs for  
AC apparatus.  
Battery : Battery capacity  
CAUTION.  
1
: (30Ah)  
: (35Ah)  
: (47Ah)  
J
Ensure the electric  
apparatus is turned off  
before plugging in.  
2
3
Check to ensure that the  
total load is within the  
generator rated output.  
4. Measure the specific gravity fluid by using a hydrometer  
and calculate the charging time in accordance with the  
table shown.  
3. For DC current, plug into the  
DC outlet socket (9)  
(Fig. J). To charge your car battery, connect the DC  
plug (19) which have alligator clips to the corresponding  
terminals on your battery. The red lead goes to the positive  
(+) terminal and the black lead goes to the negative (-)  
terminal. This DC cord has been supplied with the unit.  
5. For a fully charged battery, the specific gravity range shall  
be within 1.26 to 1.28. It is recommended to be checked  
and confirmed every hour.  
6. Connect the DC plug lead (19) into the DC socket (9) and  
connect the alligator clips to the correct polarity.  
Press the DC reset button (5) to reset in case the DC supply  
had previously been overloaded.  
Note. This usage is applicable for charging only 12V  
batteries. Only use the DC plug (19) to charge lead acid  
type batteries. DO NOT charge Nicad or any other type  
of batteries.  
The generator will charge batteries up to 600CCA capacity  
provided the battery is in reasonable condition.  
Charging the battery  
1. Disconnect the leads from the battery.  
Batteries of larger capacity may charge but will depend on  
the condition and also the level of charge in the battery.  
In cases where the current exceeds the rating of the  
generator, the circuit breaker on the DC side will open  
circuit, and will need to be reset to continue.  
2. Fully loosen the battery fluid filler caps.  
3. Fill the battery cells with distilled water to the upper limit if  
the battery is empty.  
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WARNING.  
to connect any electronic equipment to the generator  
without a voltage or surge protector. Computers,  
televisions, and stereo equipment can be very sensitive  
to the input supply and could be damaged if protective  
equipment is not used in conjunction with this generator.  
This also includes caravans where electronic equipment is  
incorporated as part of the wiring.  
The battery gives off explosive gases; keep sparks,  
flames and cigarettes away.  
Provide adequate ventilation when charging or using  
batteries in an enclosed space.  
The battery contains sulphuric acid (electrolyte). Contact  
with skin or eyes may cause severe burns. Wear  
protective clothing and a face shield.  
AC safety switch  
This generator has been equipped with an AC safety switch  
(4), designed to protect people against an electric shock.  
If electrolyte gets on your skin, flush with water.  
If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush with water for at  
least 15 minutes and call a physician immediately.  
Safety switch tripping  
If the safety switch (4) has tripped and cuts off the power, it  
may be due to substantial overloading. Marginal overloading  
may not switch off the safety switch (4), but it will shorten the  
service life of the generator.  
Electrolyte is poisonous. If swallowed, drink large  
quantities of water or milk and follow with milk of  
magnesia or vegetable oil and call a physician.  
To prevent the possibility of creating a spark near  
the battery, connect charging cables first to the  
battery, then to the generator. Disconnect cables  
first at the generator.  
Be sure that all appliances are in good working order before  
connecting them to the generator. If an appliance begins to  
operate abnormally, becomes sluggish, or stops suddenly,  
turn “OFF” both the AC safety switch (4) and the generator  
engine switch (10) immediately. Then disconnect the  
appliance and examine it for signs of malfunction.  
Note. In most cases, operating the generator with both the  
240Vac and the 12V DC at the same time, the DC Circuit  
breaker may open circuit.  
Resetting the safety switch (4) should restore the power and  
should be conducted as follows:  
When charging batteries, only use the 12V DC outlet and  
leave the plug removed from the 240Vac outlet.  
1. Unplug all electrical apparatus from the generator.  
2. Let the safety switch (4) cool down.  
WARNING. Prior to connecting any appliance to the  
generator, check the rating label of the appliance. The  
generator is rated at 2000W so if the appliance being  
connected is higher than 2000W, the protective cut out on  
the generator may operate to prevent over load damage to  
the generator. The generator will withstand short operation  
and spikes up to 2300W or the generator may stop.  
3. Lift the safety switch (4) up to the “ON” position.  
4. Commence to start your generator accordingly.  
5. When re connecting appliances, reduce the load to that  
which previously overloaded the generator.  
If the safety switch (4) does not reset due to a faulty  
electrical appliance or wiring, switch off and unplug  
the appliance which may be faulty. Any faulty electrical  
appliances will need to be repaired by a suitably qualified  
person. If the safety switch does not reset after unplugging  
the appliance, call a licensed electrician to find the fault.  
Note. Motorised products will require more energy upon  
start up and products which are rated below 2000W may not  
start if the starting current is excessive.  
It should also be very clearly understood that output  
voltage fluctuations will occur when various loads are  
connected and disconnected. It is NOT recommended  
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DC overload cut out  
Generator maintenance  
IMPORTANT. Exceeding the rated capacity of your  
generator can result in serious damage to your generator  
and connected apparatus.  
Your generator should be kept clean and dry at all times.  
The generator should not be stored or operated in  
environments that includes excessive moisture, dust or any  
corrosive vapours. If these substances are on the generator,  
clean with a cloth or soft bristle brush. Do not use a garden  
hose or anything with water pressure to clean the generator.  
Water may enter the cooling air slots and could possibly  
damage the rotor, stator and the internal windings of the  
generator head.  
1. The DC circuit has a circuit breaker to protect the  
generator from over loading.  
2. If the circuit breaker trips, unplug all electrical apparatus  
from the generator.  
3. Let the overload cut out switch cool down.  
4. Press the DC reset button (5). Commence to start your  
generator accordingly.  
5. When re connecting appliances, reduce the load to that  
which previously overloaded the generator.  
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Periodic maintenance  
Item  
Remarks  
Pre-operation Initial 1  
check (daily) months  
or 20Hr  
Every 3  
months  
or 50Hr  
Every 6  
months  
or 100Hr or 300Hr  
Every 12  
months  
Check condition, adjust gap and  
clean. Replace if necessary.  
Spark plug  
Engine oil  
Check oil level.  
Replace.  
Clean. Replace if necessary.  
Air filter  
Clean fuel drain filter. Replace if  
necessary.  
Fuel filter  
Check and adjust when engine  
is cold.  
Valve clearance  
Fuel line  
Check fuel hose for crack or  
damage. Replace if necessary.  
Check for leakage. Retighten or  
replace gasket if necessary.  
Exhaust system  
Check muffler screen. Clean/  
replace if necessary.  
Check choke operation.  
Carburetor  
Check key start ignition operation.  
More frequently if necessary.  
Starting system  
Decarbonisation  
Check all fittings and fasteners  
correct if necessary.  
Fittings/  
fasteners  
Regular maintenance is most important for the best performance and safe operation.  
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4. Check the oil drain cock (11), gasket, oil filler cap (7) and  
O-ring. If damaged, have these replaced.  
Storage  
If you are going to store your generator for more than 30  
days, use the following information as a guide to prepare the  
generator for storage.  
5. Reinstall the oil drain cock (11).  
6. Add engine oil to the upper level. Recommended 4 stroke  
engine oil is SAE #30.  
Never store generator with fuel in the tank indoors or in  
enclosed, poorly ventilated areas, where fumes can reach  
an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water  
heater, clothes dryer or other gas appliances.  
CAUTION. Check that no foreign material, debris, dust  
enters the crankcase.  
Air filter  
Spark plugs  
1. Remove spark plug (15) from the generator with the  
spark plug spanner socket supplied.  
It is very important to maintain an air filter in proper  
condition. Damage to the generator may arise if the  
filter has:  
Improperly been serviced.  
2. Remove carbon deposits using a wire brush.  
Dirt and other foreign elements adhering to the filter  
due to improper installation and engine wear.  
3. Check for discoloration on the top of the spark plug.  
The standard colour should be a tan colour.  
ALWAYS keep the filter clean at all times.  
4. Check the spark plug gap. The acceptable gap should be  
between 0.7–0.8mm (Fig. K).  
1. Remove the air filter cover  
L
(13) on the side of the  
generator by lifting the 2  
clips on both the top and  
bottom of the air filter cover  
(13) (Fig. L).  
K
2. Remove the air filter  
(Fig. M).  
0.70.8mm (0.028”0.031”)  
3. Wash the air filter in solvent  
or kerosene and allow to dry.  
M
5. The recommended spark plugs are as follows:  
4. Lubricate the filter using  
motor oil (SAE #30).  
BPR6ES (NGK)  
RN9Y (Champion)  
W20EPR-U (Denso)  
WR6DC (Bosch)  
5. Thoroughly squeeze the  
filter removing excess oil.  
6. Replace air filter back into  
the engine.  
Engine oil replacement  
1. Place the generator on a level surface and warm up the  
engine for several minutes. The stop the engine.  
7. Secure the cover back onto  
the side panel of the generator.  
2. Remove oil filler cap (7).  
IMPORTANT. Never run the engine without the air filter  
element in place.  
3. Place an oil pan under the generator and commence  
removing the oil drain cock (11) so that the oil can be  
completely drained.  
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3. Loosen the lock nut locking  
the tap (20) on to the tank  
(Fig. P). Unscrew the tap  
from the tank and withdraw  
the tap from the tank. Be  
careful not to lose the small  
seal on the thread of the tap.  
Petrol tank filter  
1. Stop the engine.  
P
N
2. Turn the fuel lever to the  
‘off’ position.  
3. The petrol tank filter is  
located directly under  
the petrol cap (2).  
This protects impurities  
entering the fuel tank  
during refuelling.  
4. Unscrew the tap extension  
fuel filter (12) (Fig. Q).  
Note. This filter can be  
cleaned in petrol to remove  
any build-up of dirt on the  
outside of the filter, or the  
filter can be replaced. Do not  
operate the generator without  
this filter in place. To replace  
the filter after cleaning, or  
with a new filter, simply screw  
the filter into the inlet side of  
the tap.  
Q
4. Remove the filter (Fig. N) and wash thoroughly in a solvent.  
5. Re-assemble.  
Tap extension fuel filter  
A small fuel filter has been fitted to the inlet side of the fuel  
valve (20), inside the tank. This tap extension fuel filter (12)  
prevents any dirt in the fuel from entering the fuel system.  
The procedure for removing this filter in order to replace or  
clean it is given below.  
Note: the following procedure should be performed in  
a well ventilated area, with no naked flames, sparks,  
or cigarettes.  
5. Ensuring the small seal  
is fitted to the tap thread,  
screw the tap back into the  
tank by a FULL 3–4 turns.  
Orientate the tap so the  
outlet of the tap is towards  
the rear of the tank, and  
the tap control is to the  
right hand side of the tank.  
Holding the tap firm, tighten  
the lock nut, ensuring the  
seal is clamped between  
the lock nut and the tank  
(Fig. R).  
R
Safety glasses should also be worn and engine switch (10)  
set to the OFF position.  
1. Completely empty the tank of fuel. Ensure the fuel tap  
(20) is in the OFF position  
2. Compress the two wire arms  
of the hose clamp on the  
outlet hose at the tap (20)  
and slide the clamp back  
from the end of the hose  
by approx. 25mm. Slide the  
fuel hose off the outlet of  
the tap (20) (Fig. O).  
O
S
6. Refit the fuel hose to the  
outlet of the tap and with the  
wire arms compressed, slide  
the hose clamp up onto the  
connection of the hose and  
the tap (Fig. S).  
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7. Refill the tank with fuel and ensure there are no leaks  
between the tap and the tank, and with the fuel tap turned  
on, ensure there are no leaks where the fuel hose is fitted  
to the outlet of the tap.  
Cleaning  
1. Keep your machine clean. The outside of the machine  
can be cleaned using a damp soft cloth with a mild  
detergent if required. Never use water to clean the  
generator as it may cause damage to internal parts.  
2. Some maintenance products and solvents may damage  
the plastic parts; these include products containing  
benzene, trichloroethylene, chloride and ammonia.  
3. Use a vacuum to clean air inlet and outlet louvres of  
the alternator.  
4. Take special care to keep the ventilation inlets/outlets free  
from obstruction; cleaning with a soft brush followed by  
a compressed air jet will usually be sufficient to ensure  
acceptable internal cleanliness.  
5. Wear eye protection when carrying out cleaning.  
Repairs  
Only an authorised service centre should repair  
the generator.  
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Troubleshooting  
Trouble  
Possible cause  
Suggested remedy  
1. Low on fuel or oil content  
1. Add fuel or oil  
Engine will not start  
2. Ignition switch in “Off” position  
2. Turn the ignition to the ‘START’ position  
if using key start, or ‘ON’ position if  
manually starting.  
3. Faulty spark plug  
3. Replace spark plug  
4. Choke in wrong position  
5. Fuel shut-off valve in closed position  
6. Unit loaded during start-up  
7. Spark plug wire loose  
1. Faulty receptacle  
4. Adjust choke accordingly  
5. Open fuel shut-off valve  
6. Remove load from unit  
7. Attach wire to spark plug  
1. Have service centre replace receptacle  
2. Depress and reset  
No electrical output  
2. Circuit breaker kicked out  
3. Worn Brushes  
3. Have service centre replace brushes  
4. Replace cord  
4. Faulty power cord  
1. Overload  
1. Reduce load  
Repeated circuit breaker  
tripping  
2. Faulty cords or equipment  
2. Check for damaged, bare, or frayed  
wires on equipment. Replace.  
1. Generator overloaded  
2. Insufficient ventilation  
1. Reduce load  
Generator overheating  
2. Move to adequate supply of fresh air  
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GMC customer assist  
If your product needs repairing, replacing,  
technical service or you simply need help or advice,  
please contact us on our Customer Assist Line  
1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand).  
For prompt service we suggest you log your service request  
online at www.gmcservice.com.au. Should you not have  
access to the Internet, please contact our service department  
on 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand).  
7am 7pm, 7days a week (AEST).  
Please note that if repair or replacement is required,  
you must provide a valid original purchase receipt.  
You will need the following details at hand to log your service request;  
Personal details: First & Last name, address, pick up address,  
contact phone numbers, email address  
Product details: Product number, date of purchase, retailer bought from,  
State & postcode, receipt number, reason for the request,  
copy of official purchase receipt  
Attach your purchase receipt and save with this Manual for future reference.  
Please refer to our website www.gmcompany.com for full GMC warranty Terms and Conditions.  
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