Preparing The Machine For Operation; Generator Operation - YATO YT-85460 Manual Original

- overheating of the devices connected to the generator,
- sparking,
- smoke or fl ames coming out of the device,
- unwanted vibration.
The fuel feed system must be checked periodically. If you notice
leaks, have the unit repaired by an authorised servicing centre.
Wait until the engine of the unit has reached its rated engine
revolutions before connecting electrical equipment.
All repairs should only be carried out by an authorised servicing
centre.
Do not allow fuel to run out while the engine is running!
Do not cover the ventilation inlets and outlets. Even when the
generator is not running.
Before transporting the generator, it is necessary to empty the
fuel tank.

PREPARING THE MACHINE FOR OPERATION

CAUTION! The checking procedure must be carried out on the
generator before each start-up.
WARNING! The generator is supplied with only a small amount
of oil in the gearbox. The oil must be topped up before the gen-
erator's fi rst operation. Check the oil level regularly and top up
if necessary. Starting the generator without oil or with too little
oil in the gearbox will cause irreparable damage to the engine.
Checking the oil level
Twist off the oil fi ller cap. The oil fi ller cap has a dipstick attached.
The oil level should be between the lower and upper limit marks
on the dipstick. If necessary, add oil to the level indicated in
Figure (II).
Use four-stroke premium engine oil with the viscosity class
shown in the product specifi cations table.
Close the oil fi ller by twisting on the cap.
Caution! Put the power generator on a fl at and level surface
before adding oil. If the power generator is off level, move it to
a fl at and level surface and wait at least 30 minutes for the oil
level to stabilize.
Caution! Add oil through a fi lling pistol or a funnel. This will
reduce the risk of a spill. If spilled, thoroughly wipe off all oil
before starting the power generator.
Caution! The power generator features an oil level sensor
which will prevent ignition when the oil level is too low. If the
power generator fails to start, check the oil level.
Refuelling
93-octane unleaded petrol or better is recommended.
Use four-stroke engine fuel and oil which are free from solid
impurities. Premium quality products are recommended. They
will extend the service life of the engine.
Do not refuel above the maximum level marked on the fuel
tank. Leave a headroom of air between the fuel level and the
top of the fuel tank.
Refuel with a fuel pump and/or a funnel. This will reduce the risk
of a spill. If spilled, thoroughly wipe off all fuel before starting the
power generator.
Never smoke when refuelling.
Open the fuel fi ller cap counter-clockwise to open. Remove the
cap from the fuel fi ller. The cap has two bosses which need to
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engage the two locating grooves in the fuel fi ller's neck (III).
Close the fuel fi ller by twisting on the cap clockwise. This is the
only way to open and close the fuel fi ller cap.
A fuel fi lter (IV) is inside the fuel fi ller to retain some of the solid
impurities that may be present in the fuel. Always refuel the fuel
tank with the fi lter installed in the fuel fi ller.
See the product specifi cations table for the fuel tank capacity.
The tank is equipped with a mechanical fuel level indicator (V).
If the indicator is close to the "E" marker, the tank is empty. If the
indicator is close to the "F" marker, the tank is full.
Generator grounding
Connect the cable between the grounding system and the pow-
er generator to the ground terminal marked on the generator.
The power generator must be connected to a grounding system
by a person with appropriate electrical qualifi cations.
Installation of wheels and handles
The generator frame has been adapted for mounting wheels
and handles. They are not necessary for proper operation of
the generator, but they facilitate the transport of the generator
over short distances. Start by fi xing the wheel axles with the
nuts (VI). Place the spacer sleeves on the generator axle and
then the wheel and fi x it on the axle with the nut (VII). Place
a decorative cap on each wheel. Fix the bases on the other
side of the frame by screwing them in place using bolts and
nuts (VIII). The bases level the generator after the wheels have
been mounted.
Attach the handles to the upper part of the frame, on the base
side, using bolts and nuts (IX). Make sure that the handles fold
inwards after installation. This saves space when the generator
is not being transported.
CAUTION! Infl ate the wheel tyres. Do not exceed the rated
pressure indicated on the tyre side. The wheels are only suit-
able for transporting the generator on foot. Do not attach the
generator to any vehicles.
With the preparations for operation complete, you may now
start the power generator.

GENERATOR OPERATION

Start-up of the combustion engine
Before starting the power generator, unplug all electrical loads
from the power outlets of the power generator.
The generator motor can be started in two ways: by an electric
starter powered by a battery or by a manual starter operated by
a starter pull cord.
The generator is supplied with a disconnected battery, which
prevents accidental starting of the generator, and also slows
down the process of battery discharge. The battery should be
removed from the base by removing the hooks of the elastic
band (X). Slide the cover off the cable clamp, and then fi x the
clamp to the battery clamp (XI) using a screw and a nut. Push
the cover over the cable and battery clamp (XII). Secure the
battery to the generator frame using the elastic band.
Open the fuel supply valve by rotating it to the "ON" position (XIII).
Move the engine switch to the position corresponding to the
rated voltage to be used (XIV). The switch has the following
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