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• Thermal pushbutton reset circuit protector • AC and DC outputs The ETQ air-cooled gasoline generators are widely used when electrical power is scarce. Our generators provide a portable mobile solution in supplying power for field operations during project construction.
CONTENTS Page TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND DATA EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION & KNOWING YOUR GENERATOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Electric shock and short circuit Prevention from accidental burns Refueling precautions Engine safety precautions Generator safety PREPARATION BEFORE OPERATION Gasoline premix Air cleaner GROUNDING THE GENERATOR OPERATING THE GENERATOR Starting the engine Connecting electrical loads and electrical capacity...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND DATA Technical specifications Item Model TG1200 Type Brushless, revolving magnetic field, self –exciting, 2-pole, single-phase Voltage regulator Capacitor Frequency (Hz) Rated voltage (V) Maximum output 1200 Watts Rated Output 1000 Watts Power factor (cos ϕ) Engine type...
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION & KNOWING YOUR GENERATOR Please read this manual and follow the procedures covered in this manual. Become familiar with the generators functions, applications, and limitations. Below is a diagram of the locations of the various controls and functions of the generator (12) (11) (1) FUEL TANK CAP...
ELECTRIC SHOCK AND SHORT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CIRCUIT In order to ensure safety for the In highly conductive area such as metal consumer, please carefully follow decking or steel work, use a ground fault instructions on being careful with the circuit interrupter (GFCI). Never touch generators.
it cool at least 2 minutes before Do not start generator with electrical removing the gas cap. Loosen gas cap devices connected to it. Start the slowly to relieve the pressure in the tank. generator first and after the speed of the generator stabilizes, electrical loads can Fill fuel tank outdoors and never overfill be applied to it.
• Reinstall the air cleaner element and secure the cover by setting the cover spring. GROUNDING THE GENERATOR The National Electric Code requires that the frame of the generator and the • DO NOT overfill the fuel tank. external electrically conductive parts of Always allow room for fuel the generator be connected to an expansion.
OPERATING THE GENERATOR CAUTION! NEVER start or stop the unit with electrical loads connected STARTING THE ENGINE AND with the connected devices Before starting the engine, verify that the turned ON. gasoline mix is full, and air filter is in place.
CONNECTING ELECTRICAL LOADS AND ELECTRICAL Example: Tool or Appliance Rated Additional CAPACITY (Running) Surge (Starting) Watts Watts After starting the generator, let the Television Light (75 Watt) engine warm up after connecting Total 575 Total 520 Highest electrical loads to it. Do not have any Running Watts Surge Watts Total Rated (Running) Watts...
STOPPING THE ENGINE • Unplug all the electrical loads from the generator panel (Figure 2.). Figure 2. RECEPTACLES This generator is equipped with the • Let the engine run at no-load for following receptacles: several minutes to stabilize the 120 Volt AC, 15 Amp Receptacle internal temperatures of engine and generator.
• Check for discoloration. Standard is MAINTENANCE tan in color. • Check spark plug gap Below is a maintenance schedule for the generator. Gap measurements .7~.8 mm (.028~.031 inches) CLEANING THE GENERATOR Generator maintenance consists of SPARK PLUG keeping the unit clean and dry. Be sure to store the unit in a clean and dry •...
STORAGE The generator should be started at least once every week. If this cannot be done and you must store the unit more than 30 days, please follow the following guidelines. • Close the fuel valve; drain the fuel from the fuel tank (Figure 1). Figure 1.
Table 1. Please refer to figure 1. NUMBER DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER QTY. Fuel tank ETQ1200TG1 Engine ETQ1200TQ2 Generator ETQ1200TG3 Exhaust pipe ETQ1200TG4 Front panel ETQ1200TG5 Carburetor ETQ1200TG6 Starting cover assembly ETQ1200TG7 Fuel control valve ETQ1200TG8 Air filter ETQ1200TG9 Seal ring dia.190 ETQ1200TG10 Air filter cover ETQ1200TG11...
FIGURE 5. Air inlet valve TABLE 5. Please refer to figure 5 for diagram. NUMBER DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER QTY. Air inlet valve mount ETQ1200TG81 Seal / Gasket ETQ1200TG82 Valve leaf ETQ1200TG83 Limiter ETQ1200TG84 Washer Spring washer Screw M3x10...
FIGURE 6. Exploded view of generator head TABLE 6. Please refer to figure 6 for diagram. NUMER DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER QTY. Stator ETQ1200TG85 Rotor ETQ1200TG86 Rear cover ETQ1200TG87 ETQ1200TG88 Bearing 203 dia. 43 ETQ1200TG89 Screw M8x150 ETQ1200TG90 6A Diode ETQ1200TG91 DC circuit breaker mount ETQ1200TG92 DC circuit breaker...
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Engine will not start or runs 1. Engine switch set to “OFF”. 1. Set switch to “On”. rough when started 2. Fuel valve is in the “Off” 2. Turn fuel valve to the “On’ position. position. 3.
LIMITED WARRANTY Eastern Tools & Equipment, Inc. will repair or replace, free of charge, any part or parts of the generator that are defective in material or workmanship or both. Transportation charges on parts submitted for repair or replacement under this Warranty must be borne by purchaser.
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What spark plug and gap?
The spark plug type for the ETQ TG1200 is NGK BPR6ES, and the gap measurement is 0.7~0.8 mm (0.028~0.031 inches).
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