INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE 1100W Portable Generator. Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase giving you long and satisfactory service.
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ............... 2 GUARANTEE ..............2 PARTS AND SERVICING ..........2 TABLE OF CONTENTS ............3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES ..........4 Work area ..................4 Positioning the generator .............. 4 Fire prevention ................4 Prevention of electric shock ............5 Additional safety rules for generators ..........
GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING: EXHAUST FUMES CAN BE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS IF INHALED WORK AREA • Always use in a well ventilated area. Never use indoors or in a confined space. • Always position the exhaust outlet away from people. • Read these safety instructions before using the equipment. •...
5. Never start the engine if there is spilled fuel. Any spillage must be wiped clean and the generator allowed to dry before attempting to start the engine. PREVENTION OF ELECTRIC SHOCK 1. Never use the generator in wet conditions unless it is well protected/ under cover.
SAFETY SYMBOLS Caution - The user should be aware of a general hazard Dangerous Voltage Flammable Hot Surface - Do not touch Poisonous fumes - Do not use the generator in an enclosed space. Read Instruction manual before use. Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
1 x Petrol Tank Cap 1 x Phillips No.1 Screwdriver 1 x Handle + Fixings Pack Should there be anything missing or damaged in transit contact your Clarke dealer immediately. BEFORE USING THE GENERATOR IMPORTANT: Generators should ALWAYS be earthed. Make sure you ground (earth) the generator.
EARTH CONNECTOR Always connect the generator to an earth point. The earth terminal is shown on the right. CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL NOTE: Place the generator on a level surface and check the oil level as follows. 1. Turn the oil filler cap anti-clockwise and remove from the oil reservoir, wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth.
CHECKING THE FUEL LEVEL WARNING: FUEL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND POISONOUS. WARNING: SEE “GENERAL SAFETY RULES” ON PAGE 4 AND READ THEM CAREFULLY BEFORE REFUELING. WARNING: WIPE UP ANY SPILLED FUEL IMMEDIATELY. WARNING: AFTER REFUELING, MAKE SURE THE FUEL CAP IS TIGHTENED SECURELY.
USING YOUR GENERATOR Make sure there is sufficient fuel in the tank before using the generator. STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Remove all connections from the AC socket on the generator. 2. Turn fuel valve to the ON position. 3. Set the choke lever to the “Choke”...
6. Once the engine has warmed up, return the choke lever to the run position (all the way to the left). SHUTTING DOWN THE GENERATOR To stop the generator in an emergency simply set the engine switch to ‘0’ (OFF) position.
CONNECTING ELECTRICAL DEVICES The generator can supply both 230V AC and 12V DC AC POWER 1. Start the engine. See page 11. 2. Make sure the appliance is turned off before connecting it to the generator. 3. Connect the appliance to the generator.
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DC POWER (FOR CHARGING CAR BATTERIES ONLY) WARNING: FOR YOUR SAFETY, PERFORM THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE ORDER SHOWN. 1. Start the engine, See page 11. 2. Connect the battery charging leads to the battery. • Make sure you clamp the red wire to the positive (+) terminal and the black wire to the negative (-) terminal of the...
MAINTENANCE CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL CAUTION: PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO USED ENGINE OIL IS DANGEROUS, ALWAYS WASH YOUR HANDS THOROUGHLY AFTER HANDLING USED ENGINE OIL. 1. Remove the left side maintenance panel. 2. Turn the oil filler cap anti- clockwise and remove from the oil tank, wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth.
5. Check the overall condition of the spark plug and replace if damaged. NOTE: Spark plugs are available from Clarke Spare Parts department 020 8988 7400. 6. Reinstall the spark plug and replace the spark plug cap. THE AIR FILTER (EVERY 150 HOURS OF USE) 1.
• If the air filter is damaged contact Clarke spare parts department for a replacement. WARNING: DO NOT USE FLAMMABLE SOLVENTS OR PETROL TO CLEAN THE AIR FILTER.
AC Circuit Breaker/ reset button. Do not connect any appliance that requires more than 1100W. If this does not solve your problem, please contact the Clarke service department. Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
SPECIFICATIONS G1200 Engine Type Petrol - Over head Valve/ Forced-Air Cooling/single Cylinder/4 stroke Displacement (cm Ignition type Recoil Fuel tank capacity (L) Oil tank capacity (L) 0.35 Maximum run time (h) 8 hours @ 75% Load Guaranteed sound power level (L Sound pressure level (Lp 71.8 Generator...
EXPLODED DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
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EXPLODED DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST NO DESCRIPTION PART NO: NO DESCRIPTION PART NO: NO DESCRIPTION PART NO: Screw M4×16 SUG120001 Fuel seal SUG120030 Wire bind SUG120058 seat AC socket SUG120002 Handle SUG120031 Screw SUG120059 Screw M3×16 SUG120003 Flat washer 6 SUG120032 M3.5×13 Screw...
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