Switching Off The Engine; Cleaning, Maintenance, Storage, Transport And Ordering Of Spare Parts; Air Filter; Spark Plug - HERKULES SE 1000 digital Originalbetriebsanleitung

Anleitung_SE_1000_digital_SPK7:_
Turn on the equipment (Fig. 2, Item. 7).
Important! If an overload occurs, ensure that the
power drawn does not exceed the generator's
maximum power output and that no defective devices
are connected.
12 V-connector:
The 12 V connector (Fig. 2/Item. 12) is automatically
isolated from the power supply when overloaded. You
can reset the 12 V connector by pressing the
overload cut-out (Fig. 2/Item .11).
Important! Defective overload cut-outs must be
replaced only by overload cut-outs of identical design
and with the same performance data. If repairs are
necessary, please contact your customer service
center.

6.5 Switching off the engine

Before you switch off the generator, allow it to run
briefly with no consumers so that it can "cool
down".
Move the ON/OFF switch (Fig. 2/Item. 7) to the
"0" position.
Close the petrol cock (Fig. 1/Item. 3).
Move the ventilation switch on the tank cover to
the "OFF" position (Fig. 4/Item. B).
7. Cleaning, maintenance, storage,
transport and ordering of spare parts
Switch off the motor and pull the spark plug boot from
the spark plug before doing any cleaning and
maintenance work on the equipment.
Important! Switch off the equipment immediately
and contact your service station:
In the event of unusual vibrations or noise
If the engine appears to be overloaded or misfires
7.1 Cleaning
Keep all safety devices, air vents and the motor
housing free of dirt and dust as far as possible.
Wipe the equipment with a clean cloth or blow it
down with compressed air at low pressure.
We recommend that you clean the equipment
immediately after you use it.
Clean the equipment regularly with a damp cloth
and some soft soap. Do not use cleaning agents
or solvents; these may be aggressive to the
plastic parts in the equipment. Ensure that no
water can get into the interior of the equipment.
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7.2 Changing the oil and checking the oil level
(before using the equipment)
The motor oil is best changed when the motor is at
working temperature. In this connection, please also
read the service information.
Keep a suitable, leak-tight receptacle within reach
when performing an oil change.
Remove the engine cover (Figs. 6a - 6b/Item. 5).
Open the oil filler plug (Fig. 8-9 / Item. F).
Drain the used oil into a suitable receptacle by
tilting the generator.
Add new engine oil (15W40) until the top fill mark
on the oil dipstick (Fig. 7/Item. D) is reached
using the supplied oil filler jug (Fig. 3/Item. 21).
Dispose of the used oil properly by taking it to a
collection point. Most filling stations, repair
garages, and recycling centers will accept used
oil free of charge. Do not add antifreeze or
transmission fluid to the used oil. Keep used oil
out of the reach of children and away from
sources of ignition.
7.3 Automatic oil cut-out
The engine will not start if it does not have
enough oil.
If the engine is low on oil while it is running, the oil
warning indicator (Fig. 2/Item. 15) will light up red
and the engine will stall. The oil indicator goes out
when the engine has come to a complete stop.
The engine oil must be topped up before the
engine can be started again.

7.4 Air filter

Clean the air filter at regular intervals, and replace it if
necessary. In this connection, please also read the
service information.
Remove the air filter cover (Figs. 6a - 6b/Item. 5).
Remove the air filter cover (Figs. 8 and 10/Item.
E)
Remove the air filter (Fig. 11/Item. G)
Clean the air filter by tapping it. In cases of
stubborn dirt first clean with soapy water, then
rinse with clear water and air-dry before
reinserting. Important! Do not use abrasive
cleaners or petrol to clean the air filter.
Assemble in reverse order

7.5 Spark plug

Check the spark plug for wear at regular intervals. In
this connection, please also read the service
information.
Remove the spark plug cover (Figs. 12a-
12b/Item. 6).
Pull off the spark plug boot (Fig. 12c/Item I) by
twisting it.
Remove the spark plug (Fig. 12c/Item J) using the
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