ETQ TG1200 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

PREMIX GASOLINE ENGINE GENERATOR

PREFACE

Thank you for purchasing products from EASTERN TOOLS & EQUIPMENT, INC. We

appreciate your business. The following manual is only a guide to assist you and is not a

complete or comprehensive manual of all aspects of maintaining and repairing your

generator. The equipment you have purchased is a complex piece of machinery. We

recommend that that you consult with a dealer if you have doubts or concerns as to your

experience or ability to properly maintain or repair your equipment. You will save time

and the inconvenience of having to go back to the store if you choose to write or call us

concerning missing parts, service questions, operating advice, and/or assembly questions.

Our gasoline generators have some of the following features:

•Lightweight construction

•Air cooled

•Two-stroke gasoline internal combustion engine

•Recoil starter

•Thermal pushbutton reset circuit protector

•AC and DC outputs

The ETQ air-cooled gasoline generators are widely used when electrical power is scarce.

Our generators provide a portable mobile solution in supplying power for field operations

during project construction.

This manual will explain how to operate and service your generator set.

If you have any questions or suggestions about this manual, please contact your local

dealer or us directly. Consumers should notice that this manual might differ slightly

from the actual product as more improvements are made to our products. Some of the

pictures in this manual may differ slightly from the actual product as well. Eastern

Tools and Equipment, Inc. reserves the right to make changes at any time without

notice and without incurring any obligation.

CONTENTS

Page

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND DATA 4

EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION & KNOWING YOUR GENERATOR 5

SAFETYPRECAUTIONS 6

Electric shock and short circuit 6

Prevention from accidental burns 6

Refueling precautions 6

Engine safety precautions 7

Generatorsafety 7

PREPARATION BEFORE OPERATION 7

Gasolinepremix 7

Aircleaner 8

GROUNDING THE GENERATOR 8

OPERATING THE GENERATOR 9

Starting the engine 9

Connecting electrical loads and electrical capacity 10

Stopping the engine 11

RECEPTACLES 11

MAINTENANCE 12

Cleaning the generator 12

Storage 13

PARTLISTINGS 14

Generator 14

Generator engine 16

Recoil starter assembly 18

Electricalpanel 19

Airinletvalve 20

Generatorhead 21

TROUBLESHOOTING 22

LIMITEDWARRANTY 23

PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD 25

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND DATA

Technical specifications

Item Model TG1200

Type Brushless, revolving magnetic field, self –exciting, 2-pole,

single-phase

Voltage regulator Capacitor

Frequency (Hz) 60

Rated voltage (V) 120

Maximum output 1200 Watts

Rated Output 1000 Watts

Generator

Power factor (cos ϕ) 1.0

Engine type 2-Stroke

Displacement 63 Cubic centimeters (3.84 Cubic Inches)

Fuel tank capacity

(US gal) 1.01 Gallons

Continuous

operating hours 4.5 Hours

Fuel Type Premix 50 cups of Gasoline to one cup of 2 stroke oil

Ignition system Transistorized ignition (TCI)

Gasoline Engine

Starting system Recoil manual start

Dimensions

LxWxH) (in)

(

15” x 16” x 13”

Unit

Set

Dry weight (lb) Approx 55 lbs

EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION & KNOWING YOUR GENERATOR

Please read this manual and follow the procedures covered in this manual. Become

familiar with the generators functions, applications, and limitations.

Below is a diagram of the locations of the various controls and functions of the generator

(6)

(4)

(9)

(1)

(7)

(3)

(2)

(11)

(12)

(8)

(5)

(1) FUEL TANK CAP (7) AIR CLEANER

(2) AC RECEPTACLE (8) CHOKE ROD

(3) THERMAL CIRCUIT PROTECTOR (9) SPARK PLUG

(4) ENGINE SWITCH (10) GROUND TERMINAL

(5) RECOIL STARTER (11) DC TERMINALS

(6) FUEL VALVE (12) DC CIRCUIT PROTECTOR

WARNING: DO NOT exceed the generator’s wattage / amperage capacity. Our

products are continuously being changed and improved. Every effort has been made to

ensure that information in the manual is accurate and up to date. However, we reserve

the right to change, alter or otherwise improve the product and this manual at any time

without prior notice.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

In order to ensure safety for the

consumer, please carefully follow

instructions on being careful with the

generators.

Operate the generator ONLY outdoors.

Never run the generator indoors as the

engine gives off poisonous carbon

monoxide, an odorless, and colorless

gas. Inhaling carbon monoxide will

cause nausea, fainting or death. Also,

keep the generator at least 3 feet away

from flammable matter for adequate

ventilation.

DANGER

Always properly ground the generator.

Failing to do so can result in

electrocution. Please refer to

“PROPERLY GROUNDING YOUR

GENERATOR”

ELECTRIC SHOCK AND SHORT

CIRCUIT

In highly conductive area such as metal

decking or steel work, use a ground fault

circuit interrupter (GFCI). Never touch

the generator if the generator is wet.

Also, never touch the generator if your

hand is wet. Never operate your

generator if the weather conditions call

for any type of precipitation such as rain,

snow, or fog.

PREVENTION FROM ACCIDENTAL

BURNS

Never touch the muffler and its cover

when the engine is running. Never touch

the muffler and cover after the engine

has been used, as the muffler remains

hot for a good period of time.

REFUELING PRECAUTIONS

Gasoline and its vapors are extremely

flammable. Do not smoke near gasoline

and keep gasoline away from generator

while the generator is running. When

adding fuel, turn the generator off and let

it cool at least 2 minutes before

removing the gas cap. Loosen gas cap

slowly to relieve the pressure in the tank.

Fill fuel tank outdoors and never overfill

the tank.

When storing gasoline or equipment

with fuel in tank.

Store away from appliances or

equipment that have a pilot light or other

ignition sources because they can ignite

gasoline vapors.

ENGINE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Do not touch hot surfaces. Allow

equipment to fully cool down before

touching.

After the generator has been run, the

engine produces heat. The temperatures

of the muffler and nearby areas can

reach or exceed 1600F. Severe burns

will occur on contact with skin.

Do not modify the generator in any way.

The generator supplies the rated voltage

and rated frequency at its governed

speed.

GENERATOR SAFETY

Never overload your generator as this

can damage your generator or the

electrical devices connected to it.

Do not start generator with electrical

devices connected to it. Start the

generator first and after the speed of the

generator stabilizes, electrical loads can

be applied to it.

When connecting electrical loads, make

sure the devices are “OFF” first before

connecting them. Keep the same

concept when disconnecting electrical

devices, make sure all devices are in the

“OFF” position before disconnecting.

Operate the generator on level surfaces

only. Inclined surfaces reduce the

effective lubrication of the engine.

Do not expose the generator to excessive

moisture, dust, dirt, or corrosive vapors.

PREPARATION BEFORE

OPERATION

Before starting the generator, verify the

following conditions.

GASOLINE

•Add premixed oil and gasoline

and never fill the fuel tank

indoors. Also, be sure to install

the fuel tank cap on tight after

filling. Premix ratio should be

50 parts gasoline and 1 part 2

stroke oil. Use fuel tank cap to

measure oil.

•DO NOT overfill the fuel tank.

Always allow room for fuel

expansion.

•Never fill the fuel tank when the

engine is running or hot. Allow

the unit to cool for two minutes

before refueling. DO NOT light

a cigarette or smoke when filling

the fuel tank.

AIR CLEANER

•Unscrew the air cleaner cover

and remove the air cleaner cover.

•Check the air cleaner element to

be sure they are clean and in

good condition.

•If the air filter is dirty, remove

and clean the element.

oWash in solvent

oSqueeze

oSoak oil

oSqueeze dry

•Reinstall the air cleaner element

and secure the cover by setting

the cover spring.

GROUNDING THE

GENERATOR

The National Electric Code requires that

the frame of the generator and the

external electrically conductive parts of

the generator be connected to an

approved earth ground. Local codes

may differ and require other grounding

specifications. For this purpose, please

use a ground wire that attaches from the

frame to the generator unit. NOTE: The

grounding wire is not included with the

unit and could easily be fabricated by the

end user or local industrial supply store.

Using a No. 12 AWG (American Wire

Gauge) stranded copper wire to the

frame and to an earth-driven copper or

brass grounding rod provides sufficient

safety against shock. However, local

codes may differ. Contact a local

electrician to find out specifications for

grounding your generator.

Note: Grounding helps prevent

electrical shock if a ground fault

condition exists in the generator or in

faulty connected electrical devices.

Also, because the generator is rotating at

high speeds, static electricity tends to

buildup within the unit. Grounding

helps dissipate the static electricity

buildup often builtup in ungrounded

devices.

OPERATING THE

GENERATOR

STARTING THE ENGINE

Before starting the engine, verify that the

gasoline mix is full, and air filter is in

place. Also, disconnect any load from

the AC receptacle.

CAUTION! NEVER start or stop the

unit with electrical loads connected

AND with the connected devices

turned ON.

Figure 4. Engine switch on position

Figure 1. Disconnecting electrical devices

•Turn the fuel valve to the “On”

position (Figure 2).

Figure 2. Fuel Valve

•Place the choke lever in the

“CHOKE” position (Figure 3.).

Figure 3. Choke Positions

•Turn the engine switch to the

“ON” position (Figure 4).

•Pull the recoil starter grip lightly

until resistance is felt, then pull

hard. Warning: Do not allow the

starter grip to snap back against

the engine. Return it gently

(Figure 5.).

Figure 5. Recoil starting rope

Push the choke rod to the “OPEN”

position as the engine starts up (Figure

6).

Figure 6. Putting choke rod to “OPEN”

CONNECTING ELECTRICAL

LOADS AND ELECTRICAL

CAPACITY

After starting the generator, let the

engine warm up after connecting

electrical loads to it. Do not have any

electrical loads connected before starting

the generator.

Make sure all electrical devices are 60

Hz devices. Do not connect 50 Hz

devices to the generator.

Do not connect 3-phase loads to the

generator.

Do not overload the generator. Before

beginning your work, you must verify

that the rated (running) and surge

(starting) watts for the items you will

power at the same time are within the

generators operating capacity. Please

refer to the following Table 1. for

wattage / amperage ratings. Also, to

prolong the life of your generator,

sequentially add loads and permit the

generator to stabilize before adding

another load. Never exceed the capacity

of the generator.

Estimate how many surge (starting)

watts you will need. Surge wattage is

the short burst of power needed to start

electric motor-driven tools or appliances

such as a circular saw or refrigerator.

Below is an example of how the rated

and surge wattage can be estimated.

Example:

Tool or Appliance Rated

(Running)

Watts

Additional

Surge (Starting)

Watts

Television 500 500

Light (75 Watt) 75 20

Total 575 Total

Running Watts 520 Highest

Surge Watts

Total Rated (Running) Watts = 575

Highest Additional Surge Watts = 520

Total Generator Output Required = 1095

Table 1. Wattage reference chart

Tool or Appliance Rated

(Running)

Watts

Additional

Surge

(Starting)

Watts

Essentials

Light Bulb – 75 watt 75 -

Freezer 500 500

Heating/Cooling

Window Fan 300 600

Family Room

DVD / CD Player 100 -

VCR 100 -

Stereo Receiver 450 -

27 “ Color Television 500 -

Personal Computer w/17”

monitor 800 -

Other

Security system 180 -

AM / FM clock radio 300 -

½ HP Garage door opener 480 520

DIY / Job Site

Halogen work light 1000 -

Reciprocating Saw 960 960

½ HP Electric Drill 1000 1000

Note: wattages listed are only approximates. Check

your electrical device for actual wattage.

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