Lifan 1.3GF User manual

PREFACE
Thank you for choosing a gasoline generator set by our Co.
Based on the latest technology at home and abroad, our Co. has successfully developed the gasoline
generator set. The unit is characterized by advanced design, compact structure, reliable performance,
convenient service, low fuel consumption and noise as well as fashion shape. With general gasoline engine as
power, it is widely used in many fields such as living, open working, shop, bank, fishing, etc.
The manual gives information with respect to operation and maintenance of the gasoline generator, and be
sure to read it carefully first before operating. If any trouble occurs, call your dealer who will provide you with
the best after service.
All the materials and diagrams of this manual are in accordance in this manual may be a little different
from the actual stares. The copyright of this manual belongs to our Co., any group or individual is forbidden to
reprint or copy any it. The manual is subject to change without notice.
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IMPORTANT NOTICES
Please pay special attention to statements preceded by the following words:
WARNING:
A warning is used to alert the user to fact that hazardous operating and maintenance procedures
may result in injury to or death of personnel if not strictly observed.
CAUTION:
A caution is used to alert the user to fact that hazardous operation and maintenance procedures
may result in injury to or death of personnel if not strictly observed.
NOTE:
Give helpful information.
This manual should be considered as a permanent part of the unit and should remain with the unit when
resold.
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Contents
Ⅰ. Generator Safety······································································································································4
Ⅱ. Introduction to Parts and Components·····································································································6
Ⅲ. Pre-Operating Inspection ·························································································································9
Ⅳ. Starting the Engine···································································································································13
Ⅴ. Service·····················································································································································14
Ⅵ. Stopping the Engine·································································································································19
Ⅶ. Maintenance ············································································································································20
Ⅷ. Storage·····················································································································································24
Ⅸ. Troubleshooting·······································································································································26
Ⅹ. Wiring Diagram·······································································································································28
Ⅺ. Specifications ··········································································································································31
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Ⅰ. GENERATOR SAFETY
1.Neveroperateit
inanenclosedroom.
Fig.1.2
Fig.1.1 2.Neverconnecttohomecircuit.
Fig.1.3 Fig.1.4
3. Do not operate it under wet circumstances. 4. Place inflammables away from the unit at
least one meter.
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5.Nosmokingwhenfillingfuel.
Fig.1.5
Fig.1.6
6.Alwaysfillfuelafterstoppingit.
Fig.1.7
7. Do not spill out when filling fuel.
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Ⅱ. NITRODUCTION TO PARTSAND COMPONENTS
1.Fueltank
2.Muffler
3.Earthterminal
4.ACplugsocket
5.Carburetorchokelever
6.Starterhandle
7.Fuelcock
8. Air cleaner
9. Pipe frame
10.Sparkplug
Fig.2.1
11. Fuel filler cap
12. AC breaker
13. Dipstick
14.Ignitionswitch Fig.2.2
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1.3GF-2
2GF-2 1.Fueltank
2.Muffler
3.Earthterminal
4.ACplugsocket
5.Carburetorchokelever
6.Starterhandle
7.Fuelcock
8. Air cleaner
9. Pipe frame
10. Spark plug
11. Fuel filler cap
12. Ignition switch
13. AC circuit protector
14. Dipstick
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1.Fueltank 7.Aircleaner
2.Muffler 8.Pipeframe
3.ACplugsocket 9.Sparkplug
4.Carburetorchokelever 10.Fuelfillercap
5.Starterhandle 11.Ignitionswitch
6.Fuelcock 12.ACbreaker
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Ⅲ. PRE-OPERATING INSPECTION
1. ENGINE-OIL LEVEL
NOTE: always check the generator in the case of stopping the generator on a level ground.
1. Turn out the oil
filler cap and clean
the dipstick with
a clear clothe.
3. In the case that the oil
lever is below the lower
level mark of the dipstick,
fill oil to the upper level
mark of the dipstick.
2. Insert the dipstick
back into the oil filler
hole without turning it in.
4. Reinstall the oil filler
capwell.
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2. FUEL LEVER
5. Open the fuel filler cap.
7. Fill fuel to the shoulder of the filter.
6. Check the fuel level, and fill fuel if necessary.
8. Reinstall the fuel filler cap well.
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3. BATTERY(only for 2GF-4)
Check and make sure that the electrolyte level of each battery cell is between is upper and lower level
marks (Fig.20).
1. upper level mark 2. lower lever mark
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4. AIR CLEANER
1. Remove the clip and dismantle the air housing 3.
(for 1.3GF-3&2GF-3) or turn off the wing nuts and air
cleaner cover (for 1.3GF, 1.3GF-2, 2GF&2GF-2).
Fig.3.12
4.Putthefilterelementintooriginalposition,
install the cover and secure it well .
Fig.3.10
2. Dismantle the filter element.
Fig.3.11 Fig.3.13
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Ⅳ. STARTING THE GENERATOR
1. Remove all loads form AC socket and switch off
the AC breaker. Remove all loads fromAC socket.
Fig.4.1
2. Set the fuel cock to “ON”.
Fig.4.2
3. Push the choke lever to“OFF”.
Fig.4.3
4. Turn the generator ignition switch to “ON”.
Fig.4.4
5. Pull the start handle gentling until feeling an
anti-action, and then pull it up strongly.
Fig.4.5
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6. Once the generator starts, set the choke lever to“OFF”.
Fig.4.6
NOTE: Don’t close the choke when starting
the engine in hot condition.
Ⅴ. SERVICE
Always do as the following so as to keep the generator in a sound condition.
WARNING
1. Always connect the generator to the earth to prevent misusing.
1.3GF&2GF
Fig.5.1 Fig.5.2
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2. The following table gives reference information for connection the electric appliances to generator.
Wattage Example
Description Start Rating Typified Electric device Start Rating
● Incandescent lamp
● Heating device
×1
Incandescent lamp
TV
Incandescent lamp
100W
100VA
(W)
100VA
(W)
● Fluorescent lamp
×2 ×1.5
Fluorescent lamp Fluorescent lamp
40W
80VA
(W)
60VA
(W)
● Motor drive
device ×3~5 ×2
Refrigerator
Electric fan
Refrigerator
150W
450~750VA
(W)
300VA
(W)
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3. If the generator is to supply two or above loads with power supply, be sure to connect them one by one
with higher start current first.
Fig.5.3
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WARNING
When connect the generator to home power supply, be sure that a skilled electrician does this job.
]Improper connecting between the generator and loads may cause damage to the generator, even a fire.
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4. USE INSTRUCTION WHEN PROVIDINGALTERATIVE CURRENT SUPPLY
1. Startthegenerator 3.SwitchontheACbreaker.
2. Connect devices
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Ⅵ. STOPPING THE ENGINE
1.SwitchofftheACbreaker. 3.Setthefuelcockto “OFF”.
2. Turn the ignition switch to “OFF”.
NOTE:Tostopthegeneratorinan
emergency, turn the ignition
switch to “OFF”.
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Ⅶ. MAINTERNANCE
User should service the unit according to the Maintenance Schedule as follows:
PERIOD
ITEM Or first
month
Or every
3 months
Or every
6 months
Or every one
Year Ref. page
Engine oil check Check P.9
Replace engine oil Replace Replace P.20
Air cleaner check Check P.11
Air cleaner wash Clean P.11
Oil filter cup Clean P.22
Oil filter cup filter Clean P.22
Spark plug Clean P.21
Valve clearance Check, readjust -
Cylinder cover wash Clean -
Fuel tank wash Replace every 3-year -
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