Clarke IG1200B Instruction Manual
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
LS0718 - ISS 4
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
1100W INVERTER GENERATOR
MODEL NO: IG1200B
PART NO: 8877071
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE 1100W Inverter Generator.
Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and
follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself
and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase
giving you long and satisfactory service.
GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12
months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt which will be
required as proof of purchase.
This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or
tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was
intended.
Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can
be returned to us without prior permission.
This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights.
ENVIRONMENTAL RECYCLING POLICY
Through purchase of this product, the customer is taking on the
obligation to deal with the WEEE in accordance with the WEEE
regulations in relation to the treatment, recycling & recovery and
environmentally sound disposal of the WEEE.
In effect, this means that this product must not be disposed of with general
household waste. It must be disposed of according to the laws governing
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) at a recognised disposal
facility.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION .................................................................2
GUARANTEE .......................................................................2
ENVIRONMENTAL RECYCLING POLICY ............................2
TABLE OF CONTENTS .........................................................3
GENERAL SAFETY RULES ...................................................4
Work area ........................................................................................ 4
Positioning the generator .............................................................. 4
Fire prevention ................................................................................ 4
Prevention of electric shock .......................................................... 5
Additional safety rules for generators .......................................... 5
SAFETY SYMBOLS ...............................................................6
GENERATOR OVERVIEW ....................................................7
UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY ...........................................8
BEFORE USING THE GENERATOR ......................................8
Earthing ............................................................................................ 9
Checking the air filter ..................................................................... 10
Check the engine oil level ............................................................. 11
Check the fuel level ....................................................................... 12
USING YOUR GENERATOR ................................................13
Starting the engine ......................................................................... 13
Economy switch ............................................................................. 15
Connecting electrical devices ..................................................... 15
Indicator lights ................................................................................. 17
Shutting down the generator ........................................................ 18
MAINTENANCE ..................................................................19
Engine oil (every 20 hours of use) .................................................. 19
Air filter (every 50 hours of use) ...................................................... 20
Spark plug (every 50 hours of use) ................................................ 21
Fuel tank filter (every 100 hours of use or every 6 months) ........ 22
TROUBLESHOOTING ..........................................................23
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................24
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY .....................................25
OTHER GENERATORS IN THE CLARKE RANGE ..................27
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WORK AREA
• Always use in a well ventilated area.
• Always position the exhaust outlet away from people.
• Read these safety instructions before using the equipment.
• Keep children away from the generator
POSITIONING THE GENERATOR
1. Keep the generator at least 1 m (3 ft.) from buildings or other equipment, or
the engine may overheat.
2. Place the generator on a solid, flat surface.
3. Make sure the surrounding area is free from any material that could burn or
be damaged by heat.
4. Never move or tilt the generator whilst it is switched on.
FIRE PREVENTION
1. Always switch the engine OFF when refuelling.
2. Always refuel in a well ventilated area.
3. Never overfill the tank, fill to the level specified (See “Check the fuel level”
on page 12.).
4. Never smoke whilst refuelling and avoid smoking or using a naked flame
near the generator.
5. Never start the engine if there is spilled fuel. Any spillage must be wiped
clean and the generator allowed to dry before attempting to start the
engine.
WARNING: EXHAUST FUMES CAN BE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS IF INHALED
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PREVENTION OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
1. Never use the generator in wet conditions unless it is well protected/
covered. Under these conditions, adequate ventilation MUST be provided
2. Never operate the generator with wet hands
3. Never use water or any other liquids to clean the generator.
4. Make sure you ground (earth) the generator.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR GENERATORS
1. Always make sure the applied load does not exceed the generator rating.
Overloading the generator is dangerous and could cause serious
damage.
2.
Always
disconnect the generator when carrying out any maintenance.
3. Always allow the generator to reach operating speed before connecting
a load.
4. Never allow the generator to run out of fuel when a load is connected.
5. Never transport the generator with fuel in the tank.
6. Never connect the generator to a commercial or residential power supply;
e.g. ring main.
7. Never allow the generator air vents to become blocked.
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SAFETY SYMBOLS
Caution - The user should be aware of a general hazard
Dangerous Voltage
Flammable
Hot Surface - Do not touch
Poisonous fumes - Do not use the generator in an
enclosed space.
Read Instruction manual before use.
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GENERATOR OVERVIEW
NO DESCRIPTION NO DESCRIPTION
1 Air Vent Knob 10 Earthing Point
2 Fuel Cap 11 Economy Control Switch
3 Fuel Valve Knob 12 AC Socket
4 Starting Handle 13 DC Socket
5 Side Maintenance Cover 14 DC Circuit Breaker
6 Top Maintenance Cover 15 Output Indicator
7 Muffler 16 Overload Indicator
8 Choke 17 Oil Alarm Indicator
9 Engine ON/OFF Switch 18 Primer Bulb
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UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY
Unpack your generator and check the following items are present. Should
there be any missing or damaged during transit contact your Clarke dealer.
BEFORE USING THE GENERATOR
IMPORTANT: Generators should ALWAYS be earthed. Make sure you earth the
generator.
Before using your generator check that:
• The generator is in good condition and free from any damage.
• The generator is clean and free from fuel or oil spillage.
• The generator is correctly located for use (See page 4).
• There is no leakage.
NOTE: To avoid accidental spillage of fuel, always use a funnel to fill the
fuel tank. If fuel is spilled it must be removed from the unit before
attempting to start the engine.
1 x 1100 Watt Inverter Generator 1 x 12 Volt Connecting Lead Assembly
1 x Spark Plug Box Spanner 1 x Clarke instruction manual
1 x Cross-head Screwdriver
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EARTHING
An earth spike and cable can be purchased at your local camping supplier,
or alternatively an earth spike can be made, and it is suggested you get
advice from a qualified electrician.
To make a spike use a copper tube or copper rod 12mm diameter, a minimum
length of 200 mm and with an M6 machine screw one end.
The cable used should be a maximum length of 1 metre and a minimum of
1.0mm2to carry a 10 amp load.
Attach the cable to the generator at
the earth point (shown on the right).
Connect the other end to the spike
between a flat washer and the
copper rod with a lock washer under
the head of the M6 machine screw in
a similar fashion to the earth point
screw on the generator.
When pushing the spike into the
ground the generator must not be
running and it is suggested that the spike is pushed into the ground by at least
100 mm.
Earthing of generators is covered in BS7430:2011, If you have any doubts
about this subject consult a qualified electrician.
WARNING: IT IS ADVISABLE TO PROPERLY EARTH YOUR GENERATOR
BEFORE STARTING USING A WIRE AND A SMALL METAL EARTH SPIKE. THE
WIRE AND EARTH SPIKE ARE NOT SUPPLIED WITH THE UNIT.
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CHECKING THE AIR FILTER
1. Remove the side maintenance
panel.
2. Remove the air filter cover screw
shown on the right.
3. Slide out the air filter panel.
4. Remove the air filter element.
5. If the air filter is damaged contact
the Clarke spare parts
department for a replacement.
• If the filter is dirty, wash it in a
solution of warm water and
mild detergent and rinse
thoroughly. Leave the filter to
dry completely. Once it is dry
immerse the filter in clean
engine oil and squeeze the filter to remove excess oil.
6. Replace the filter into its original position and replace and secure the air
filter cover then replace the side maintenance panel.
WARNING: DO NOT USE FLAMMABLE SOLVENTS OR PETROL TO CLEAN THE
AIR FILTER.
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