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4.1. Positioning the generating set for operation
The generating sets are intended to operate while stationary. They may not be installed on a vehicle or other
mobile equipment unless a study has been carried out analysing the various installation and usage
specifications. It is prohibited to use the generating set whilst it is in motion.
IMPORTANT
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Choose a site that is clean, well ventilated and sheltered from bad weather.
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Place the generating set on a flat, horizontal surface which is firm enough to prevent the generating set sinking down (under no
circumstances should the set tilt in any direction by more than 10°).
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The stocks of additional oil and fuel must not be located near to the generating set when it is in operation or still hot.
4.2. Check the generating set is in a good general condition (bolts, hoses)
Inspect the entire generating set before start-up and after each use to prevent any faults or damage.
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Check all the pipes and hoses to ensure they are in good condition and that there are no leaks.
Pipes or hoses must be replaced by a specialist technician. Please contact your nearest agent.
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Tighten any loose nuts or bolts.
The cylinder head bolts must be retightened by a specialist technician. Please contact your nearest agent.
4.3. Checking the engine oil level and topping up
Before starting the generating set, always check the engine oil level.
Top up with the recommended oil (see § Specifications) using a funnel, up to the upper limit of the gauge.
IMPORTANT
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Open the inspection cover (fig. A – no. 2).
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Unscrew the oil filler plug (fig. B – no. 2).
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Check the oil level: generating set on a level surface, the oil should reach the filler neck.
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If necessary top up using the funnel.
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Screw the filler plug back on.
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Wipe off excess oil with a clean cloth.
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Close the inspection cover.
4.4. Checking the fuel level and topping up
DANGER
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Close the fuel tap (A–3).
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Place the fuel tank's vent tab in the
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Undo the fuel tank cap (A–5).
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Visually check the fuel level (C–3). If necessary, fill with fuel:
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Fill the fuel tank up to the maximum level using a funnel, taking care not to spill any fuel.
Use only clean fuel without any water. (SP95-E10; SP95-E15; SP-95-E85 prohibited). Do not overfill the tank
(there should not be any fuel in the filler neck). After filling, always ensure that the tank's filler cap is properly
tightened. If any fuel has been spilt, make sure that it has dried and that any vapours have cleared before
IMPORTANT
starting up the generating set.
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Screw the cap back onto the fuel tank.
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Place the fuel tank's vent tab in the "
4.5. Starting the generating set
To restart the generating set after a stoppage of more than 10 min or when the fuel level has dropped to half the tank or lower,
pressurise the fuel tank with the pressurisation pump.
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Set the fuel tank aeration pointer to (A–4 & C–1).
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Open the fuel tap (A–3).
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Set the choke lever (A–6) to "
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Slowly pull the recoil starter (A-7) once until it engages, then allow it to gently return.
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Then give a quick and firm pull on the recoil starter until the engine starts.
When starting the generating set for the first time or after a long storage period, it may be necessary to pull the recoil starter ten times.
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Slowly set the choke to "
Fill with fuel with the engine off and in accordance with the safety instructions and the
legislation in force.
Before opening the fuel tank cap, always place the vent tab in the
O N position (A–4 & C–1).
O N
O F F " position.
O F F "
".
" and let the generating set run a few minutes before use.
O N position.
O N
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