Feider Machines FG4500-1 User manual
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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS > EN
Gasoline Generator
Instruction Manual
Model: FG4500-1
Feider France
32, rue Aristide Bergès - ZI 31270 Cugnaux - France
Made in PRC
Warning: Please read the manual carefully before using the unit!
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CONTENTS
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTION
2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
3. CONTROLS
1) Engine Switch
2) Recoil Starter
3) Fuel Valve
4) Choke
5) Circuit Breaker
6) Ground Terminal
7) Oil Alert System
4. GENERATOR USE
1) Connections to a Building's Electrical System
2) Ground System
3) AC Applications
4) AC Operation
5) DC Operation
6) High Altitude Operation
5. PRE-OPERATION CHECK
1) Engine Oil
2) Fuel Recommendation
6. STARTING / STOPPING THE ENGINE
7. MAINTENANCE
1) Maintenance Schedule
2) Tool Kit
3) Engine Oil Change
4) Air Cleaner Service
5) Fuel Sediment Cup Cleaning
6) Spark Plug Service
8. TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
9. TROUBLESHOOTING
10. WIRING DIAGRAM
11. SPECIFICATIONS
12. EC DECLARATION
13. WA R R A N T Y
14. PRODUCT FAILURE
15. WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS
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1. SAFETY INSTRUCTION
Warning:
1. Attention! Exhaust gases are toxic. Do not operate the generator in a room without
ventilation system!
2. Children should be protected by keeping them at a safe distance from the generator set!
3. Refilling of the generating sets are not allowed during the operation!
4. If the generator will be mounted in a closed room, relevant safety regulations against fire
and explosion should be followed!
5. Do not connect to household circuit!
6. Do not use in wet condition!
7. Keep in flammable away!
8. When refuelling:
a) stop engine;
b) no smoking;
c) do not spill.
General security instructions
The operator must know the principles of functioning and the structure of the generator and the motor. He
must know how to stop the motor in case of urgency and how to manipulate the controls.
Never let children use this device.
Never let people who do not know these instructions use this device. Local regulations may impose
restrictions on the age of the user.
Please do not use this device when people, especially children, or pets are nearby. Direct them away from
the working area.
The operator or the user are responsible for possible accidents or damage to other persons or to their
property.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery as this can get caught in the machinery as it runs.
Use safety equipment. Wear protective gear such as an anti-dust mask, non-slip safety shoes, a helmet or
hearing protection.
Stay vigilant, watch what you are doing and show good sense when you use the generator. Do not use if you
are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medicines.
Install the generator in a place that is well ventilated and make sure that there is at least 1.5 metres between
the generator and the walls of the building or other equipment. Do not place flammable liquids or gases near
the generator.
Do not run the generator in an enclosed or badly-ventilated space. The exhaust gas from the motor contains
carbon monoxide which is toxic and may lead to a loss of consciousness or death.
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Run the generator in respect of the power indicated in the user’s manual. Do not run the generator with an
overload or at excessive speed.
The silencer of the generator becomes extremely hot when the motor runs or even for a time after it has
stopped. Do not touch it as it will burn you.
Do not transport or move the generator until it has cooled down.
Perform periodic maintenance and resolve problems that appear immediately. Do not run the generator
before correcting any fault detected.
The generator uses a system of air-cooling, and it is necessary to clean its components regularly, including
the grilles, the cover of the fan and the fan itself so as to ensure cooling.
Keep the fuel filter clean, and change the oil of the motor regularly.
Periodically check the installation of the connections and the tightness of the fixations, re-tightening them if
necessary.
Clean the components of the air filter periodically, and replace the air filter when necessary.
Remove any electrical equipment that is plugged in before starting or stopping the generator.
Before transporting the generator, you must empty the fuel tank.
Maintenance and repair of the generator must be carried out by a qualified technician from an authorised
after-sales service centre.
Warning: when you start the generator with the cord, watch out for sudden changes in the rotation of the
motor!!! Risk of wounding!!! Never cover the generator when it is running. The cut-out mounted on the
generator has the aime of reducing the risk of electric shock. If it needs to be replaced with another cut-out,
the latter must correspond to the technical specifications of the generator. Due to important mechanical
constraints, it is necessary to use a flexible sheathed cable with a strong rubber protective layer
(conforming to IEC 245-4) or a similar cable. If using an electrical extension cable, the total length of the
extension must not exceed 60m when the section of the wire is 1.5mm2and must not exceed 100m when
the section of the wire is 2.5mm2.
Additional requirements for low-power generating sets for use by laymen
Protect children by keeping them at a safe distance from the generating set.
Fuel is combustible and easily ignited. Do not refuel during operation. Do not refuel while smoking or near
naked flames. Do not spill fuel.
Some parts of the internal combustion engine are hot and may cause burns. Pay attention to the warnings on
the generating set.
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Engine exhaust gases are toxic. Do not operate the generating set in unventilated rooms. When installed in
ventilated rooms, additional requirements for fire and explosion protection shall be observed.
Before use, the generating set and its electrical equipment (including lines and plug connections) should be
checked to ensure that they are not defective.
Protection against electrical shock depends on circuit breakers specially matched to the generating set. If the
circuit breakers require replacement, they should be replaced with a circuit breaker having identical ratings
and performances characteristics.
Due to high mechanical stresses, only tough rubber-sheathed flexible cable (in accordance with IEC 60245-4)
or the equivalent should be used.
The user shall conform to regulations of electrical safety applicable to the place where the generating sets are
used.
The user must respect the requirements and precautions in the case of resupply by generating sets of an
installation, depending on existing protective measures in this installation and applicable regulations.
Generating sets should only be loaded up to their rated power under the rated ambient conditions.
Prior to commencing maintenance work it shall be ensured that untimely start-up is not possible.
Security measures when filling the fuel tank
The fuel is extremely flammable and poisonous.
This generator only uses petrol (gasoline); any other kind of fuel will damage the motor.
Do not overfill the tank with petrol to avoid spilling. If you notice a spill, it must be wiped up completely with
a dry cloth before starting the motor.
If you swallow fuel by mistake, if you inhale fuel vapours or if you get drops of fuel in your eyes, see a doctor
immediately. If a certain quantity of fuel is spilt on your skin or clothing, wash or change your clothes.
Always stop the motor of the generator when filling it with fuel.
Never fill the fuel tank while smoking or near a naked flame.
Make sure you don’t spill fuel on the motor and the exhaust grille of the generator during filling with fuel.
Keep the fuel in an appropriate recipient and sheltered from any sources of fire.
Carry out filling in a safe place, and slowly open the fuel cap to release the pressure which has built up inside
the tank. Wipe up any drops of petrol that have spilled before starting the motor.
To prevent fire, move the generator at least 4 metres away from the area for filling with fuel.
Make sure that the fuel cap is tightly closed before starting.
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Do not keep petrol in the tank for a long time.
While using or transporting the generator, make sure you keep the generator upright, otherwise the
fuel may escape from the carburettor or the fuel tank.
Electrical safety
Before each use ensure that the load to be connected does not exceed the power of the current
produced by the generator.
To avoid electric shock, you must follow the following instructions:
Do not touch the generator with wet hands.
Do not run the generator under rain or snow.
Do not run the generator near water.
Connect the generator to earth. Use a sufficiently thick conductor for the earth wire.
Do not operate the generator in parallel with another generator.
If using electrical extensions, make sure that they are sufficiently thick to transport the current and that they
are used correctly.
The connection of a generator used for auxiliary power to the electrical installation of a
building must be performed by a qualified electrician, and in conformity to the provisions of the
applicable laws and norms in the field of electricity. Incorrect connections will cause leakage of the
current from the generator into the lines of the public electricity company. Such leakage could
electrocute the workers of the public electricity company working on the network or other persons
in contact with the line during a power cut. Also, when the public power supply is re-established,
the generator can explode, catch fire or generate fires in the building’s electrical installation.
Before connecting electrical devices to the generator, make sure that their voltage
specifications and frequency of functioning correspond to the technical characteristics of the
generator. There may be damage if the device connected is not designed to function with a voltage
tolerance of +/- 10% or a frequency tolerance of +/- 3 % compared with those of the generator.
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Protection of the environment
You must periodically check the silencer (Before doing this, switch off the generator and let it cool
completely). A damaged silencer increases noise.
Do not throw motor oil into the drains but deposit it at a collection point set up for that purpose.
The fuel for this machine is combustible and explosive. After stopping the machine, you must handle the
remaining fuel correctly and meet local environmental requirements.
To dispose of residual fluids, proceed as follows:
Close the fuel tap
Drain fuel from the fuel tank
Empty carburettor fuel
Symbol explanation
Attention!
Please read the manual carefully before using the unit!
Conforms to relevant safety standards
Do not dispose of old appliances with domestic rubbish .
Add engine oil.
Guaranteed sound power level
No naked flames
Ground connection
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It is forbidden to run the generator in an enclosed room because exhaust emissions can lead
humans or animals to coma to death.
This symbol indicates the surface is very hot and not touching
Keep away from the machine
Exhaust emissions are harmful to health of body
No naked fire near the machine!
Do not connect with the electricity system.
Danger ! Electrical shock !
2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
Circuit
breaker
Voltmeter
AC
socket
Oil filter
cap
Wheels
Recoil
starter grip
Air
cleaner
Fuel
valve
Choke
level
Handle
Engine
switch
Ground
terminal
Fuel tank
cap
DC
terminals
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3. CONTROLS
1) Engine Switch
To start and stop the engine.
Switch position:
OFF: To Stop the engine. Key can be removed/inserted.
ON: To run the engine after starting.
START: To start the engine by turning the starter motor.
With Electric Starter Without Electric Starter
Return the key to the ON position once the engine has started. Do not use the starter for more
than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, release the switch and wait 10 seconds before
operating the starter again.
2) Recoil Starter
To start the engine, pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt, then pull briskly.
NOTICE
Do not allow the starter to snap back against the engine. Return it gently to prevent damage
to the starter.
3) Fuel Valve
The fuel valve is located between the fuel tank and carburetor. When the valve lever is in the ON
position, fuel is allowed to flow from the fuel tank to the carburetor. Be sure to return the lever to
OFF after stopping the engine.
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4) Choke
The choke is used to provide an enriched fuel mixture when starting a cold engine. It can be
opened and closed by operating the choke lever or choke rod manually. Move the lever or the rod
to the CLOSE position to enrich the mixture.
5) Circuit Breaker
The circuit breaker will automatically switch OFF if there is a short circuit or a significant overload
of the generator at the receptacle. If the circuit breaker is switched OFF automatically, check that
the appliance is working properly and does not exceed the rated load capacity of the circuit before
switching the circuit breaker ON again. The circuit breaker may be used to switch the generator
power ON or OFF.
6) Ground Terminal
The generator ground terminal is connected to the panel of the generator, the metal non-current
carrying parts of the generator, and the ground terminals of each receptacle. Before using the
ground terminal, consult a qualified electrician, electrical inspector or local agency having
jurisdiction for local codes or ordinances that apply to the intended use of the generator.
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