GMC GEN2300ES - Manual

6 Risk of electrocution and fire Hazard What could happen How to prevent it Improper storage of extension cord. Extension cord can come into contact with hot engine parts resulting in damage. Using a damaged extension cord can result in electrocution or death. Remove extension cord from the generato...

7 Risk of fire Hazard What could happen How to prevent it Attempting to fill the fuel tank while the engine is running. Fuel and fuel vapours can become ignited by coming in contact with hot components such as the muffler, engine exhaust gases, or from an electrical spark. Turn engine off and allow ...

11 Know your product 1. Fuel tank 2. Fuel tank cap 3. Fuel level gauge 4. AC safety switch5. DC reset button 6. Ground (earth) terminal 7. Oil filler cap 8. AC sockets9. DC socket 10. Key start ignition 11. Oil drain 12. Tap extension fuel filter 13. Air filter cover 14. Choke lever 15. Spark plug 1...

13 Starting the engine with key start WARNING. Before starting the motor, ensure you have filled the crank case to the correct level with oil. Note. The crank case is not filled with oil from the factory. 1. Before starting, ensure that no electrical apparatus has been connected to the generator (Fi...

15 WARNING. • The battery gives off explosive gases; keep sparks, flames and cigarettes away. • Provide adequate ventilation when charging or using batteries in an enclosed space. • The battery contains sulphuric acid (electrolyte). Contact with skin or eyes may cause severe burns. Wear protective c...

17 Periodic maintenance Item Remarks Pre-operation check (daily) Initial 1 months or 20Hr Every 3 months or 50Hr Every 6 months or 100Hr Every 12 months or 300Hr Spark plug Check condition, adjust gap and clean. Replace if necessary. • Engine oil Check oil level. • Replace. • • Air filter Clean. Rep...

18 Storage If you are going to store your generator for more than 30 days, use the following information as a guide to prepare the generator for storage. Never store generator with fuel in the tank indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas, where fumes can reach an open flame, spark or pilot l...

21 Troubleshooting Trouble Possible cause Suggested remedy Engine will not start 1. Low on fuel or oil content 1. Add fuel or oil 2. Ignition switch in “Off” position 2. Turn the ignition to the ‘START’ position if using key start, or ‘ON’ position if manually starting. 3. Faulty spark plug 3. Repla...

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