LawnMaster PB Series Installation manual

SAFETY AND OPERATING MANUAL
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING THE UNIT
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I. OPERATOR SAFETY
II. GETTING STARTED
SAFETY RULES
UNPACKING
ASSEMBLY
FEATURES & CONTROLS
III. OPERATING
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
OPERATING CONDITIONS
OIL CHECK
ENGINE FUEL
LECTRICAL DEVICES
GROUNDING
STARTING THE ENGINE
CONNECT ELECTRICAL DEVICES
BEARING CAPACITY
CHARGING THE BATTERY
STOPPING THE ENGINE
LONG DISTANCE CONTROL
IV. MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
GENERATOR MAINTENANCE
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
V. STORAGE & TRANSPORTATION
VI. TROUBLESHOOTING
VII. SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS PARAMETER TABLE
WIRING DIAGRAM
VIII. WARRANTY
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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I. OPERATOR SAFETY
SAFETY RULES
This manual contains important safety information
and instructions to operate the LawnMaster Inverter
Generator.
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE
USING THE UNIT.
Failure to adhere to the safety instructions could
result in property damage and/or serious personal
injury.
This manual should be considered a permanent part
of the generator and should remain with the unit at
all times. All information in this publication is based
on the latest product information available at the
time of printing.
Product Information and specications can be
altered and/or improved without notice.
Content from this publication may not be reproduced
without written consent.
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not strictly
complied with, will result in substantial property
damage and or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not strictly
complied with, may result in property damage
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not strictly
complied with, could result in property damage or
personal injury.
The warnings and precautions discussed in this
manual does not cover all possible conditions and or
scenarios that may occur.
It must be understood by the operator that common
sense and caution must be taken into consideration
when operating this product, as these are factors
which cannot be built into this manual.
WARNING
This generator is intended for domestic consumer
use only. Damage and faults created from
commercial use may void warranty. These generators
are designed for full time operation. No personal
modications should be made to any part of the unit.
DANGER
TOXIC FUMES
• The exhaust of the engine contains carbon
monoxide, an odorless, colorless poison gas.
Using the engine in conned/indoor spaces can
be extremely dangerous and life threatening.
• DO NOT use the generator inside and or in
enclosed spaces EVEN IF doors and windows
are open. Only use the engine in well
ventilated areas and consider wind and airow
when positioning the engine.
KICKBACK
• Rapid retraction of the starter cord will pull
hand and arm towards the engine faster than
you can let go. Unintentional startup can result
in serious injury.
FIRE
• When operating the unit, the engine may create
sparks that could trigger res.
• When operating around dry vegetation such as
agricultural crops, forest, bush, grass, or other
similar environments please be careful.
• This engine may not be equipped with a spark
arresting muer. In some countries and
regions, a spark arrester is required by law.
Please contact your local council and or re
agency for laws and regulations relating to re
prevention requirements.
• Petrol is highly ammable and explosive. A
re and or explosion from petrol can cause
severe burns or result in serious personal injury
including death.
• Keep ammable items away while handling
petrol. Fill fuel tank outdoors and in a well
ventilated area with the engine stopped.
• Always wipe spilled fuel and wait until the fuel
has dried before starting the engine.
• DO NOT operate the engine with known leaks
in the fuel system. Use proper fuel storage and
handling procedures.
• DO NOT store fuel or other ammable materials
near the generator.

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• Empty the fuel tank before storing or
transporting the generator. Keep re
extinguisher handy at all times.
BATTERY
• Lithium battery is maintenance free, if you have
any question, please contact a local authorised
dealer.
HOT SURFACE
• Running the generator will produce heat and
severe burns may occur upon contact. DO NOT
touch the engine while under operation or just
after stopping the unit.
• Avoid contact with hot exhaust gases and or
hot surfaces.
• Maintain at least 1m of clearance on all sides
to ensure adequate cooling. Combustible
material can catch re upon contact. Maintain
at least 3m of clearance from combustible
materials.
MOVING PARTS
• Moving parts can cause severe injury. Keep
hands and feet away from the unit.
• DO NOT operate engine with covers, shrouds,
or guards removed.
• DO NOT wear loose-tted clothing, dangling
drawstrings or items that could become caught
or entangled.
• Tie up long hair and remove jewelry. The
moving parts may catch operator’s hand, feet,
hair and or loose clothing resulting in serious
injury.
GENERAL WARNINGS
• Before use, check for loose or damaged parts,
signs of oil or fuel leaks, and any other
condition that may impact operation.
• Repair or replace all damaged and or defective
parts immediately.
• Locate all operating controls and safety labels.
• Make sure all the safety instructions are in
correct working condition.
• Operate only on level surfaces.
• DO NOT expose the generator to excessive
moisture, dust, and or dirt.
• Keep all safety guards in place and in proper
working order at all times.
• DO NOT allow any material to block the cooling
slots.
• DO NOT allow children or untrained people to
operate the unit.
• DO NOT leave the generator unattended when
it is in operation. Always turn off the generator
prior to leaving the area.
ELECTRIC SHOCK
• The generator produces powerful voltage and
the electricity and can be dangerous and cause
serious life threatening injuries if an electric
shock is received.
• Please ensure that the unit is properly
connected to an appropriate ground to help
prevent electric shocks.
• Failure to properly ground the unit can result
in electrocution, especially if the generator
is equipped with a wheel kit. Consult an
electrician for local grounding requirements.
• Installation should be performed by a certied
electrician. Improper Installation could result in
serious injury.
• To reduce the risk of electric shocks. DO NOT
use electrical cords that are worn, frayed, bare
or otherwise damaged.
• DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles.
• DO NOT operate the unit in wet weather.
• Keep the generator dry and DO NOT handle
generator or electrical cords while standing in
water, while barefoot, or while hands or feet
are wet.
• Keep children or pets away.
• DO NOT plug the unit into a building electrical
system without the proper use and installation
of a transfer switch installed by a qualied
electrician.
• When using the generator for backup power,
notify your utility company.
• Use approved transfers to isolate generator
from electric utility.
• Failure to isolate the unit from the power utility
could result in serious injury to the staff and
utility workers due to back-feed of electrical
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II. GETTING STARTED
1. UNPACKING
Remove the generator from the carton.
1. Place the carton on a solid, at surface.
2. Carefully cut each corner of the carton box from
top to bottom. Fold each side at on the ground.
3. Remove everything from the carton except the
generator.
2. ASSEMBLY
Your generator may require some assembly. If
you have any questions regarding the assembling
process of the generator, please consult your local
dealer for help.
2.1 INSTALL WHEEL KIT
Put wheel stop pin through the wheel and mounting
lug hole, then x it with the clamp.
Note: A at washer may be used to adjust the
assembly clearance as needed.
2.2 INSTALL SUPPORT BRACKET
The sealed battery on the generator is fully charged
and pre-installed except for the negative (black)
battery cable.
2.3 INSTALL HANDLES
Use the handle pin across the handle and its mount-
ing lug hole, and then x it with the clamp.

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The sealed battery on the generator is fully charged and pre-installed except for the negative (black) battery
cable.
INSTALL:
• Cut off tie wrap that is securing the loose end of negative (black) cable. Connect the negative (black)
battery cable to the negative(-) terminal on the battery.
• Verify if it is correct and secure the connections between the battery and generator.
2.4 CONNECT NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE

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3. FEATURES & CONTROLS

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III. OPERATING
1. OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
• Only use OUTSIDE and operate the generator
in well-ventilated areas. Only operate the
generator on at, level surfaces and in a clean,
dry operating environments.
• Allow 1m clearance on all sides of the
generator while operating outdoors.
• Operate in safe and specied areas.
• Generator’s used in construction sites may be
subject to additional rules and regulations.
DANGER
TOXIC FUMES
• The exhaust of the generator contains carbon
monoxide, using the generator indoors can be
extremely dangerous.
• DO NOT use the generator inside any buildings
or any kind of enclosure, EVEN IF doors and
windows are open. Place the generator in a
well-ventilated and clean areas. Think of the
wind direction and airow when placing the
unit for operation.
HIGH ALTITUDE
• This generator may require a high altitude
carburetor kit to ensure correct operation at
higher altitudes. Consult your local authorised
dealer for more information on high altitude
kits if you intend to operate the unit at altitudes
above 5,000 feet (1,500 meters).
CAUTION
• Even with carburetor modications, the genera-
tor horsepower will decrease by 3.5% for every
1,000 feet (300 meters) increase in altitude.
The effect of altitude on horsepower will be
greater than this if no carburetor modication
is made.
• Operating the unit at altitudes below 5,000 feet
(1,500 meters) with a modied carburetor may
cause the generator to overheat and result in
serious engine damage. Please restore factory
specications of the carburetor with a service
dealer when planning to use the engine in a low
altitude areas.
2. OPERATING CONDITION
Check for loose or damaged parts, signs of oil or fuel
leaks, and any other condition that may affect proper
operation. Repair and or replace with genuine parts
immediately.
WARNING
• Failing to correct problem(s) before operation
could result in property damage, and serious
injury.
• Remove any excessive dirt or debris, especially
around the muer and recoil starter.
• DO NOT move or tip the generator during
operation.
• Use generator only for intended use. If you
have questions about intended use, ask your
local dealer.
3. OIL CHECK
• Place the engine on a level surface with engine
stopped.
• Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean.
• Reinstall dipstick into tube; rest on oil ll neck,
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• Remove the dipstick again and check oil level.
Level should be within the upper limit and lower
limit range on dipstick.
• Fill to the upper limit (marked with “H”) of the
dipstick with the recommended oil if the oil
level is low.
• Reinstall and fully tighten the dipstick.
• Refer to add oil instruction in MAINTENANCE
section for more information.
Oil capacity (rated):
See parameters.
WARNING
• Oil is a major factor affecting performance and
service life.
• We recommend using LawnMaster 4-Stroke
10W30 Oil (PP01020005). You can nd more
information about this in the MAINTENANCE
section of this manual.
• OIL MUST BE PLACED IN ENGINE BEFORE
STARTING. This engine is not lled with oil at
the factory. Any attempt to crank or start the
engine before it has been properly lled with
the recommended type and amount of oil may
result in engine damage and void your warranty.
CAUTION
Operate generator only on leveled surfaces. The
engine is equipped with a low oil sensor (applicable
types) that will automatically stop the engine when
the oil level falls below the safe limit. To avoid the
inconvenience of an unexpected shutdown, ll to
the upper limit and check the oil level regularly.
4. ENGINE FUEL
• With the engine stopped, check the fuel level
gauge. Rell the fuel tank if necessary.
• Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded petrol.
• DO NOT mix oil with petrol.
• Always wipe up any spilled fuel.
• Be sure not to ll above the upper limit mark
• Always allow room for fuel expansion.
Fuel capacity (rated):
See parameters.
DANGER
Do not ll the fuel tank above the upper limit. Over
lling will result in damage to the carbon canister (if
equipped) and void your warranty.
DANGER
• Petrol is highly ammable and extremely
explosive. Keep ammable items away while
handling petrol. Fill fuel tank outdoors and in a
well ventilated area with the generator stopped.
• Always wipe off spilled fuel and wait until the
fuel has dried before starting the generator.
• DO NOT operate the generator with known
leaks in the fuel system.
• Use proper fuel storage and handling proce-
dures. DO NOT store fuel or other ammable
materials nearby. Empty the fuel tank before
storing or transporting the generator.
• Keep re extinguisher handy and be
prepared if a re starts.
• NEVER use engine or carburetor cleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent damage
may occur.
• It is important to prevent gum deposits from
forming in essential fuel system parts, such
as the carburetor, fuel lter, fuel hose or tank
during storage.
• Also, experience indicates that
alcohol-blended fuels (such as gasohol, etha-
nol or methanol) can attract moisture, which
leads to separation and formation of acids
during storage.
• Acidic fuel can damage the fuel system of the
generating set while in storage. Be sure to re-
view the instructions given in “Storage” section.
• Petrol/Alcohol Blends: up to 10% alcohol, 90%
unleaded petrol by volume is approved as a
fuel. Other petrol/alcohol blends are not ap-
proved. Damage and effects taken place from
using old, stale or contaminated fuel will not be
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CAUTION
• To minimize gum deposits in your fuel system
and to ensure easy starting, do not use petrol
left over from the previous season.
• Pressure can build up in the fuel tank. Allow
the generator to cool for at least two minutes
before removing fuel cap. Loosen the fuel cap
slowly to relieve any pressure in the tank
5. ELECTRICAL DEVICES
Disconnect all electrical devices from the generator
and switch off the AC circuit breaker before starting
the engine.The generator may nd it hard to start
with electrical devices connected.
6. GROUNDING
The generator must be properly connected to an
appropriate ground. It helps prevent electrical shocks
if a ground fault condition exists in the generator or
in connected electrical devices, especially when the
unit is equipped with a wheel kit. Proper grounding
also helps dissipate static electricity, which often
builds up in ungrounded devices.
DANGER
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
Failure to properly ground the generator can result in
electric shock. A ground terminal on the frame of the
generator has been provided. For remote grounding,
connect a heavy gauge (4 mm) copper wire between
the generator ground terminal and a copper rod
driven into the ground.
The National Electrical Code requires that the frame
and external electrically conductive parts of this
generator be properly connected to an approved
earth ground. Local electrical codes may also require
proper grounding of the unit.
We strongly recommend that you consult with a
qualied electrician for grounding requirements in
your area.
7. STARTING THE ENGINE
7.1 Perform operating checklist.
7.2 Turn fuel valve to the “ ON “ position.
7.3 Turn off AC breaker protector.
7.4 Pull the choke valve switch to “ON” position.
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CAUTION
Choke plate should be a different width due to
temperature change and other factors.
7.5 STARTING MODES
ELECTRIC START
Turn and keep the key to “START” position till the
engine is started. After the engine is started, release
the key to return to “RUN” position.
MANUAL START
Turn the switch to “RUN” position. Flick the switch
button to the open position, and then seize the
starter handle and slowly pull until there is a sense of
resistance, and quickly pull to start.
WARNING
KICKBACK
• Rapid retraction of the starter cord will pull
hand and arm towards the engine faster than
you can let go. Unintentional startup can result
in serious injury.
• If the electric starter fails to start the engine,
immediately turn off the starter. Do not attempt
to restart the engine before the failure of the
cause has been identied. Don’t restart the
engine by replacement of other storage battery
without authorisation.
CAUTION
• If the engine fails to start after 3 attempts and
or ames out after starting, inspect and ensure
that the generator has been placed on a at
horizontal surface and has enough engine oil.
• During starting, do not turn the starting switch
to “start” position for more than 5 seconds as
this could damage the motor and void warranty.
If the unit fails to start after the rst attempt,
restart only after 1O seconds has passed. After
the unit has been used for a period of time, if
the starting speed of the motor falls, please
replace the battery.
• During the operation of the unit, the battery
supplies power to the solenoid valve of the
carburetor. When the unit is turned off, make
sure that the starting switch is in “OFF”
position, otherwise the storage battery voltage
is reduced due to the operating solenoid valve
of the carburetor, impacting on starting for next
time.
• If the engine is equipped with an engine oil
alarm, the engine may not start if the engine
oil in the crankcase is lower than the minimum
required level. During the operation of the unit,
routinely inspect the engine oil levels. See
maintenance section for further details.
7.6 When the engine operates stably, pull the choke
valve to “CLOSE “ position.
7.7 The generator may be normally loaded.
WARNING
Connect the output terminal of the generator with
the electric equipment. Don’t start or stop the engine
when the electric equipment is in “ON” status.
VFT METER
(If applicable)
The VFT meter can be used for displaying voltage,
frequency(hertz), run time, and total run time as
applicable. (Display mode depends on the cong-
uration). The LCD displays each mode by pressing
the button below the display. The display meter
sets as either automatic switching mode or manual
operation mode. In the manual state, press MODE
BUTTON for mode switching; But in automatic mode,
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MODE BUTTON is used for reset (operate cautiously
when necessary).
A. VOLTAGE (U):
Output Voltage of the generator.
B. FREQUENCY (F)
Output frequency in hertz
C. RUN TIME (R):
Run time of the generator for the current session.
NOTE: If display value is less than 100, the numeric
display will accurate to one decimal place. If the
operation time is 100 hour or greater, the display will
be “101”,”102” and so on.
D. TOTAL RUN TIME:
Total run time of the generator since rst operation
(display mode depends on the conguration).
1) The display value is accurate to one decimal
place; or
2) The display value shows as a integer.
8. CONNECT ELECTRICAL DEVICES
Inspect power cord for damage before using. There
is a hazard of electrical shock from crushing, cutting
or heat damage.

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DANGER
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, DO NOT
use electrical cords that are worn, frayed, bare
or otherwise damaged.
• DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles.
• DO NOT handle generator or electrical cords
while standing in water, or barefoot, or while
hands or feet are wet.
1. Allow the engine to stabilise and warm up for a
few minutes after starting.
2. Make sure the electrical devices in “OFF” position
and the load current is not higher than the maximum
withstanding current of single socket.
CAUTION
If the current of a single load is higher than the max-
imum withstanding current of single socket, please
connect the load with the terminal.
3. Turn the AC breaker protector to “ON” position.
CAUTION
If connected devices overheat, turn them off and
disconnect them from generator.
9. BEARING CAPACITY
You must make sure your generator can supply
enough rated (running) and surge (starting) watts for
the electrical devices you plan to power at the same
time. Follow these simple steps to calculate the
running and starting watts that are necessary for
your purposes.
WARNING
• DO NOT overload the generator.
• Exceeding the generator’s capacity can
damage the generator and/or electrical devices
connected to it. Faults and damaged caused by
overloading may void warranty.
1. Select the electrical devices you will power at
the same time.
2. The amount of power you need to run all the
devices is the total rated (running) watts of
these items.
3. Identify how many surge (starting) watts you
will need. Surge wattage is the short burst of
power needed to start electric power tools and
or appliances. Because not all motors start at
the same time, total surge watts can
be estimated by adding only the electrical
device(s) with the highest additional surge
watts to the total rated watts from step 2.
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WARNING
You must isolate the generator from electric utility by
opening the electrical system’s main circuit breaker
or main switch if the generator is used for backup
power. Failure to isolate the generator from the
power utility may result in injury or death to electric
utility workers and damage to the generator due to
the backfeed of electrical energy.
10. CHARGING THE BATTERY
(Applicable Types)
• Charge the battery by battery charging socket,
and keep the full charge of the battery for use
at any time.
• Charge the battery in dry environment.
WARNING
Batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas while
recharging. An explosive mixture will remain around
the battery for a long time after it has been charged.
The slightest spark can ignite the hydrogen and
cause an explosion, resulting in serious injury.
WARNING
• DO NOT allow smoking, open ame, sparks or
any other source of heat around a battery. Wear
protective goggles, rubber apron and rubber
gloves when working around a battery.
• Battery electrolyte uid is an extremely caustic
sulfuric acid solution that can cause severe
burns. If spill occurs ush area with clear water
immediately.
• To recharge Volt batteries, proceed as follows:
• Check uid level in all battery cells. If
necessary, add ONLY distilled water to cover
separators in battery cells.
• DO NOT use tap water.
• If the battery is equipped with vent caps, make
sure they are installed and are tight.
• If necessary, clean battery terminals.
• Connect charging circuit to power output panel
socket with marked “12-VOLTS D.C”.
• Connect battery charge cable clamp with red
handle to the positive(+) battery terminal.
• Connect battery charge cable clamp with black
handle to the negative(-) battery terminal
• Start engine. Let the engine run while battery
recharges.
• When battery has charged, shut down engine.
CAUTION
Use an automotive hydrometer to test battery state
of charge and condition. Follow the hydrometer
manufacturer’s instructions carefully. Generally, a
battery is considered to be at 100% state of charge
when specic gravity of its uid (as measured by
hydrometer) is 1.260 or higher.
11. STOPPING THE ENGINE
1. Remove all the load on generator
2. Turn-off AC breaker protector
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WARNING
NEVER stop the engine with electrical devices con-
nected and with the connected devices turned “ON”.
3. Allow the generator run at no load for a few min-
utes to stabilise internal temperatures of the engine
and generator.
4. Turn off the ameout switch (turn the engine
switch to “OFF’’ position).
5. Turn fuel valve to ‘‘OFF’’ position.
12. LONG DISTANCE CONTROL
(Applicable Types)
STEP 1.
Installation of the generator is extremely simple.
Both the start-up and stop functions are built into the
generator itself and so it is not necessary to have an
external control box.
The generator can be started by a remote signal
through the normal open contact photovoltaic
installations.
It is imperative that the inverter charger is available
in order to do the startup process of the generator.
Below is an example of an off grid photovoltaic
installation.
Note: The following diagram is only indicative, a
general idea to understand the operation process.
Consult a professional and or installer to perform
correct installation.
STEP 2.
Understanding The General Operation.
The generator is designed to support photovoltaic
installations. The generator will provide power when
the solar energy is not enough.
This generator has been designed for an automatic
start and stop, commanded by an inverter/charger.
The inverter/charger can detect low battery levels
during operation. Similarly, the inverter charger will
send a stop signal to the generator if charging is
required. Not all inverter/chargers remotes from
generator connect with each other, consult your local
service dealer for more information.
230 V power input connection:
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This consumption is fed from the generator’s battery,
it is essential to connect a 230 V power input
otherwise the battery would be discharged within a
few hours.
This connection comes from the 230 V inverter
output and connects to the “input power 230 V” on
the generator’s control panel. This also gives power
to the battery and charger located in the generator
control panel, that is active; if the battery of the
generator has low charge it will be recharged through
this energy.
Note: Not feeding the 230 V power input means the
battery will go at within a few hours. This could lead
to further damage to the cells making it an unusable
battery.
Operation startup by remote contacts: the generator
consists of two normal open contacts. While the
inverter/charger keep the 2 contacts open, the
generator is off, as the gure below:
When the inverter/charger command the generator
startup, two contacts will join and the generator will
initiate the start up process. The generator keeps
running, while the contacts are joined.
When the contact splits again the generator will stop
and remain at rest until a next start.
STEP 3.
Understanding the Generator’s Startup & Stop
Process
1. The startup of the generator will begin a few
seconds after the outage of the power supply.
2. The system sends a signal to the choke closing
the air passage.
3. The system gives power to the starting motor
to start up the engine. If engine starts, the
power to the starting motor will immediately
stop to avoid any gear damage to the starting
motor.
The maximum working time of the starting motor
is 5 seconds. If the engine has not started after 5
seconds, the stating motor will be disconnected to
prevent overheating. If the engine has not started
after the rst attempt, a second attempt can be
performed after a few seconds, repeat process for a
maximum 5 attempts. If the generator does not start
automatically during the 5 attempts, the SIGNAL
lamp will blink, showing start failure and generator
pass to stop.
The engine has a temperature sensor, if the engine
is hot after recent operation, the choke signal will be
annulled.
NOTE: If you perform continuous auto start attempts
for I or 2 minutes it may cause malfunctions to the
temperature sensor. This may indicate that the tem-
perature levels will annul the choke even though the
engine temperature is not at the correct temperature
for a startup without choke assistance.
NOTE: In low temperature conditions, below 50 C
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and may require more than 3 startup attempts. In
this case it would be necessary for an operator to
manually start with a key. We recommend installing
the equipment protected from intense cold to avoid
start up failures due to temperature.
NOTE: LawnMaster is not responsible in any way for
damages caused to products or equipment that may
arise from the lack of supply by a generator failure.
DANGER
This equipment is not designed to protect vital
equipment such as (life support equipment, extreme
safety equipment or other equipment that involves a
risk to persons or property in cases of lack of supply.
STEP 4.
Programming The Automatic Mode
The battery is extremely important for starting up in
automatic mode, before programming the equipment
check the battery is correct and that it is charged.
1 . Place the fuel valve switch to “ON” position.
2.Place the engine ignition key to “ON” position.
3. Push “SIGNAL MODE” switch to “ON” (auto mode).
The generator is ready for start by remote signal
when inverter/charger joins the 2-signal contacts.
After connect generator denitively with the inverter/
charger you can simulate a start/stop maneuver.
Join the signal contact and keep them connected,
generator will start the startup process according
point 9.3 of this manual.
After 5 minutes running you can separate the signal
contact, the generator stops and keep waiting for
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Note 1: Applicable types (if available).
Note 2: Before each season and after then (whichever comes rst).
Note 3: Service more frequently under severe, dusty, dirty conditions.
Note 4: To be performed by knowledgeable, experienced owners or
the authorised dealer.
IV. MAINTENANCE
It is the operator’s responsibility to complete all
scheduled maintenance and or servicing in a timely
manner. Always correct any issues before operating
the generator. Follow all inspection and
maintenance recommendations that are listed in the
manual.
WARNING
Improper maintenance and or failure to correct
problems prior to operating the unit may cause the
unit to malfunction and result in property damage
and or serious personal injury. Improper maintenance
and servicing may void warranty.
DANGER
Accidental starts can cause serious personal injury.
Remove and ground the spark plug wire before
performing any service.
CAUTION
The lter element may contain PAHs, PAHs that
is harmful for your health. Please wear gloves for
protection during air lter maintenance.
1. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Before servicing the generator, stop the
generator, disconnect all electric devices and battery
(if equipped) and allow the generator to cool down.
Follow the service intervals indicated in the chart
below. Service your generator more frequently when
operating in adverse conditions. Contact your local
Service Dealer if the generator requires maintenance.

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2. GENERATOR MAINTENANCE
• Make certain that the generator is kept clean
and stored properly.
• Use a damp cloth to clean exterior surfaces of
the generator.
• Use an compressed air (25 PSI) to clear dirt
and debris from the generator.
• Inspect all air vents and cooling slots to ensure
that they are clean and unobstructed.
WARNING
• DO NOT use water to clean the generator. Water
can enter the generator through the cooling
slots and damage the generator windings.
• DO NOT modify the generator in any way.
• DO NOT tamper with governed speed.
Generator supplies correct rated frequency and
voltage when running at factory set.
• Tampering with the factory reset governor will
void your warranty
3. ENGINE MAINTENANCE
3.1 ENGINE OIL
LawnMaster 10W30 Oil (PP01020005) is
recommended. Other viscosities shown in the chart
may be used when the average temperature in your
area is within the indicated range. OIL MUST BE
PLACED IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING.
Ambient Temperature
Oil capacity (rated):
See Parameters.
3.2 ADD OIL
1. Place the engine on a level surface.
2. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean.
3. Add recommended oil to the upper limit.
CAUTION
3.4 OIL LEVEL CHECK
Reinstall dipstick into tube; rest on oil ll neck, DO
NOT thread cap into tube.
4. Fully tighten the dipstick.
5. Dispose of used oil at an approved waste manage-
ment facility.
3.5 CHANGE OIL
CAUTION
Change oil when the engine is warm from operation.
1. Place the engine on a level surface.
2. Clean area around dipstick and drain plug.
3. Remove oil dipstick.

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4. Remove the oil drain plug and allow the oil to drain
completely.
5. Fully tighten the drain plug.
6. Add recommended oil to the upper limit (see add
oil instruction above).
7.Reinstall & fully tighten the dipstick.
8. Dispose of used oil at an approved waste manage-
ment facility.
WARNING
The engine is not lled with oil at the factory. Any
operation before it has been properly lled with the
recommended type and amount of oil may result in
engine damage and void your warranty.
3.6 AIR FILTERS
1. Loosen the lter x bolt and remove the cover
of the air lter.
2. Remove the foam lter element.
3. Wash in liquid detergent and warm water
4. Squeeze thoroughly dry in a clean cloth.
5. Saturate in clean engine oil.
6. Squeeze in a clean, absorbent cloth to remove
all excess oil.
7. Place the lter in the assembly.
8. Fasten the air lter cover with the x bolt, and
the mounting it back to the air lter body.
WARNING
DO NOT run the engine without the air lter as this
is dangerous can result in personal injury and or
damage.
3.7 SPARK PLUG
1. Clean any dirt from the spark plug cap and
spark plug base.
2. Remove the spark plug cap.
3. Using socket wrench to loose and remove the
spark plug.
4. Inspect the spark plug and spark plug washer,
if it’s damaged or worn, replace with new one.
Clean the spark plug with wire brush if reuse it.
5. Check spark plug gap. Carefully bend side
electrode to adjust the gap if necessary.
SPARK PLUG GAP: 0.6MM - 0.8MM
6. Carefully thread the plug into the engine by
hand.
7. After the spark plug is in position, use spark
plug wrench to tighten the plug.
SPARK PLUG TIGHTEN TORQUE: 15-20 N.M
8. Attach the spark plug wire to the plug.
WARNING
Only use the recommended spark plug or equivalent.
DO NOT use spark plugs that have improper heat
range.
3.8 SPARK ARRESTER
(Applicable types)
1. Allow the engine to cool completely before
servicing the spark arrester.
2. Remove the two bolts holding the cover plate
which retains the end of the spark arrester to
the muer.
3. Remove the spark arrester screen.
4. Carefully remove the carbon deposits from the