Pre-Operation Checks - Dolmar GE-1100 Manuel D'utilisation

6. DC CIRCUIT BREAKER (See Fig. 2 2 -t t )
DC circuit breakers shut off electric current when
the current exceeds its limit or a malfunction occurs
in the connected appliance.
Check for excessive current consumption or defects
in the appliance. After making sure everything is in
order, push the button to the " ON " position.
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If circuit breaker continues to be
activated, discontinue use and check
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generator and/or appliance for
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malfunction with their respective service
representatives.
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Never interfere with the operation of the
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circuit breaker knob or keep pushing it in
the "ON" position.
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7. RECOIL STARTER (See Fig. 2 2 -y y )
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Pull this handle to start the generator.
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8. GROUND TERMINAL (See Fig. 2 2 -u u )
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Terminal for grounding the generator.
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9. FUEL TANK CAP (See Fig. 2 2 -i i )
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The fuel tank cap is located behind the cover.
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To open the cover, lift up with the dent portion
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depressed backward as shown in the illustration.
Remove the fuel tank cap by turning
counterclockwise.
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10. SIDE PANEL (L.R.) (See Fig. 2 2 -o o )
To access the following items for servicing, take the
applicable side panel out by removing the screw
with screwdriver or coin.
LH-side panel ---- Air cleaner etc.
RH-side panel ---- Oil level gauge, Ignition coil,
Spark plug etc.
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CAUTION

4. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

(See Fig. 3 3 )
1. CHECK ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 3 3 -q q ,w w )
Before checking or refilling oil, be sure generator is
located on stable and level surface with engine stopped.
Remove oil filler cap and check the engine oil level.
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If oil level is below the lower level line, refill
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with suitable oil (see table) to upper level line.
Do not screw in the oil filler cap when
checking oil level.
Change oil if contaminated.
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(See "How-To" Maintenance.)
Oil capacity . . . . 0.4 liters
Recommended engine oil:
Use 4-stroke automotive detergent oil of API service class
SE or higher grade (SG, SH or SJ is recommended).
SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 is recommended for
general, all-temperature use. If single viscosity oil is
used, select the appropriate viscosity for the
average temperature in your area.
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10W
Single grade
Multigrade
Ambient
temperature
2. CHECK ENGINE FUEL (SeeFig. 2 2 -i i , 3 3 -e e )
WARNING
Do not refuel while smoking or near open
flame or other such potential fire hazards.
Otherwise fire accident may occur.
If fuel level is low, refill with unleaded
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automotive gasoline.
Fuel level should never over the RED marking
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at the inlet portion. (SeeFig. 3 3 -e e -q)
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Be sure to use the fuel filter screen on the fuel
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filter neck.
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Fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . 3.5 liters
When using the generator first time or stopping
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due the fuel running out, pull the recoil handle
several times after filling fuel up to the RED
marking at the inlet portion of the fuel tank.
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#20
#30
#40
10W-30
10W-40