Senci SC13000 Operation and maintenance manual

Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual
Thank you for buying a SENCI Power Product! Before operating your generator, read this manual carefully and
pay particular attention to the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on Pages 2 & 3. Remember that all power
equipment can be dangerous if used improperly. Also keep in mind that SAFETY requires careful use in accordance
with the operating instructions and common sense.
SINGLE / THREE PHASE GENERATOR DRIVEN BY V-TWIN ENGINE

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Explosion Fire
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Rules ................................2-4
Know Your Generator ........................... 5
Assembly ....................................6
Operation ..................................
8-10
Specifications ................................11
Maintenance/Storage .........................12
Troubleshooting ..............................13
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
Read this manual carefully and become
familiar with your generator. Know its
applications, its limitations and any
hazards involved.
These generators are engine-driven, revolving field,
alternating current (AC) generators. Each was
designed to supply electrical power for operating
compatible electrical lighting, appliances, tools and
motor loads. The generator’s revolving field is driven
at about 3,000 rpm or 3,600 rpm by a V-Twin engine.
CAUTION! DO NOT exceed the generator’s
wattage/amperage capacity. See “Don’t
Overload Generator”.
Every effort has been made to ensure that information
in this manual is accurate and current. However, we
reserve the right to change, alter or otherwise
improve the product and this document at any time
without prior notice.
SAFETY RULES
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to
alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
The safety alert symbol ( ) is used with a signal
word (DANGER, CAUTION, WARNING), a pictorial
and/or a safety message to alert you to hazards.
DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury. WARNING
indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury. CAUTION indicates a
hazard which, if not avoided, might result in minor or
moderate injury.
CAUTION, when used without the alert symbol,
indicates a situation that could result in equipment
damage. Follow safety messages to avoid or reduce
the risk of injury or death.
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals
which could cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.
Hazard Symbols and Meanings
All rights reserved, n o part of this material may be
reproduced or transmitted in any form by any
means without the express written permission of
SENCI
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Using the generator

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WARNING
Running generator gives off carbon monoxide,
an odorless, colorless, poison gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide will cause nausea,
fainting or death.
●Operate generator ONLY outdoors.
●Keep exhaust gas from entering a confined area through
windows, doors, ventilation intakes or other openings.
●DO NOT operate generator inside any building or enclosure,
including the generator compartment of a recreational
vehicle (RV).
WARNING
Petrol and its vapors are extremely flammable
and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or
death.
WHEN ADDING OR DRAINING PETROL
●Turn generator OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes
before removing petrol cap. Loosen cap slowly to
relieve pressure in tank.
●Fill or drain petrol tank outdoors.
●DO NOT overfill tank. Allow space for petrol expansion.
●Keep petrol away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights,
heat, and other ignition sources.
●DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.
WHEN STARTING EQUIPMENT
●Ensure spark plug, muffler, petrol cap and air cleaner
are in place.
●DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed.
●If petrol spills, wait until it evaporates beforestarting
engine.
WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT
●DO not tip engine or equipment at angle which causes
petrol to spill.
●This generator is not for use in mobile equipment or
marine applications.
WHEN TRANSPORTING OR REPAIRING EQUIPMENT
●Transport/repair with petrol tank EMPTY or with petrol
shutoff valve OFF.
●Disconnect spark plug wire.
WHEN STORING PETROL OR EQUIPMENT WITH
PETROL IN TANK
●Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, clothes
dryers or other appliances that have pilot light or other
ignition source because they can ignite petrol vapors.
WARNING
Generator produces powerful voltage.
Failure to isolate generator from power utility
can result in death or injury to electric utility
workers due to backfeed of electrical energy.
●When using generator for backup power, notify utility
company. Use approved transfer equipment to isolate
generator from electric utility.
●Use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) in any damp
or highly conductive area, such as metal decking or
steel work.
●DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles.
●DO NOT use generator with electrical cords which are
worn, frayed, bare or otherwise damaged.
●DO NOT operate generator in the rain.
●DO NOT handle generator or electrical cords while standing
in water, while barefoot, or while hands or feet are wet.
●DO NOT allow unqualified persons or children to operate
or service generator.
WARNING
●This generator must not be used on marine applications.
●Using this generator in marine applications could result
in bodily injury and/or property damage.

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WARNING
Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will
pull hand and arm toward engine faster than
you can let go.
Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains
could result.
●When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is
felt and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
●NEVER start or stop engine with electrical devices
plugged in and turned on.
CAUTION
Excessively high operating speeds increase risk of injury
and damage to generator.
Excessively low speeds impose a heavy load.
●DO NOT tamper with governed speed. Generator
supplies correct rated frequency and voltage when running
at governed speed.
●DO NOT modify generator in any way.
CAUTION
Exceeding generators wattage/amperage capacity can
damage generator and/or electrical devices connected to
it.
●See “Don’t Overload Generator”.
●Start generator and let engine stabilize before connecting
electrical loads.
●Connect electrical loads in OFF position, then turn ON
for operation.
●Turn electrical loads OFF and disconnect from generator
before stopping generator.
CAUTION
Improper treatment of generator can damage it and
shorten its life.
●Use generator only for intended uses.
●Operate generator only on level surfaces.
●DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust,
dirt, or corrosive vapors.
●DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots.
●If connected devices overheat, turn them off and disconnect
them from generator.
●Shut off generator if:
-electrical output is lost;
-equipment sparks, smokes, or emits flames;
-unit vibrates excessively.
WARNING
Unintentional sparking can result in fire or
electric shock.
WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO
YOUR GENERATOR
●Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and
place the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
WHEN TESTING FOR ENGINE SPARK
●Use approved spark plug tester.
●DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed.
WARNING
Running engines produce heat. Temperature of
muffler and nearby areas can reach or exceed
65℃(150℉).
Severe burns can occur on contact.
Combustible debris, such as leaves, grass,
brush, ect. can catch fire.
●DO NOT touch hot surfaces.
●Allow equipment to cool before touching.
●The generator must be at least 2m (5 ft) from structures
having combustible walls and/or other combustible
materials.
●Keep at least lm (3 ft) of clearance on all sides of generator
for adequate cooling, maintenance and servicing.

Digital Hour Meter
Digital Hour Meter
30L.
— Shows Generator Running Time per time & Total Running time.
Air Filter
Fuel tank
Engine cover
Engine
Switch
Circuit breaker
Switch between single phase
and three phase
Multifunctional display meter
Power indicator
Terminal
Socket
Ground
connection nut
Oil alert

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ASSEMB
Remove Generator From
Plywooden Case
LY
Your generator requires some assembly and is
ready for use after it has been properly serviced with
the recommended oil and petrol.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
Add Engine Oil
●Place generator on a level surface.
NOTE: Check oil often during engine break-in.
NOTE: The generator assembly rotates on a
prelubricated and sealed ball bearing that requires
no additional lubrication for the life of the bearing.
CAUTION
Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has
been properly filled with the recommended oil will result
in equipment failure.
●Please fill the engine with 1.3L qualified engine oil.
●Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow
this instruction will void warranty.
Add Petrol
NOTE: This engine is certified to operate on petrol only.
It will not operate on paraffin, diesel or other fuels.
1. Use clean, fresh, regular UNLEADED petrol with
a minimum of 85 octane. DO NOT use petrol which
contains Methanol. DO NOT mix oil with petrol.
2. Clean area around petrol fill cap, remove cap.
3. Add regular unleaded petrol to petrol tank. Be careful
not to overfill. Allow about 4cm (1.5”) of tank space
for petrol expansion (Figure I).
WARNING
Petrol and its vapors are extremely flammable
and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or
death.
WHEN ADDING PETROL
●Turn generator OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes
before removing petrol cap. Loosen cap slowly to
relieve pressure in tank.
●Fill petrol tank outdoors.
●DO NOT overfill tank. Allow space for petrol expansion.
●Keep petrol away from sparks, open flames, pilot
lights, heat, and other ignition sources.
●DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.
Figure 1 – Petrol Expansion Space
4. Install petrol cap and wipe up any spilled petrol.
1. Set plywooden case on a rigid flat surface.
2. Carefully cut the packing straps of plywooden
case.
3. Remove the whole plywooden case upward with
two people by holding its side face at the same time.
4. Remove all fixed Bolt which were attached to the
base pallet.
5. Remove generator from the pallet.

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USING THE GENERATOR
System Ground
The generator has a system ground that connects the
generator frame components to the ground terminals
on the AC output receptacles.
Special Requirements
There may be National regulations, local codes, or
ordinances that apply to the intended use of the
generator. Please consult a qualified electrician,
electrical inspector, or the local agency having
jurisdiction.
●In some areas, generators are required to be registered
with local utility companies.
●If the generator is used at a construction site, there
may be additional regulations which must be observed.
Connecting to a Building’s Electrical
System
Connections for standby power to a building’s electrical
system must be made by a qualified electrician. The
connection must isolate the generator power from
utility power, and must comply with all applicable laws
and electrical codes.
Generator Location
Generator Clearance
WARNING
Generator produces powerful voltage.
Failure to isolate generator from power utility
can result in death or injury to electric utility
workers due to backfeed of electrical energy.
●When using generator for backup power, notify utility
company. Use approved transfer equipment to isolate
generator from electric utility.
●Use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) in any damp
or highly conductive area, such as metal decking or steel
work.
●DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles.
●DO NOT use generator with electrical cords which are
worn, frayed, bare or otherwise damaged.
●DO NOT operate generator in the rain.
●DO NOT handle generator or electrical cords while
standing in water, while barefoot, or while hands or feet
are wet.
●DO NOT allow unqualified persons or children to operate
or service generator.
WARNING
Running generator gives off carbon monoxide,
an odorless, colorless, poison gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide will cause nausea,
fainting or death.
●Operate generator ONLY outdoors.
●Keep exhaust gas from entering a confined area through
windows, doors, ventilation intakes or other openings.
●DO NOT operate generator inside any building or enclosure,
including the generator compartment of a recreational
vehicle (RV).
Exhaust Port
The generator must be at least 2m (5 ft.) from structures
having combustible walls and/or other combustible
materials. Leave at least lm (3 ft.) all around generator
including overhead, for adequate cooling, maintenance
and servicing.
Place generator in a well ventilated area, which will
allow for removal deadly exhaust gas. DO NOT place
generator where exhaust gas could accumulate and
enter inside or be drawn into a potentially occupied
building. Ensure exhaust gas is kept away from any
windows, doors, ventilation intakes or other openings
that can allow exhaust gas to collect in a confined
area (Figure 2).Prevailing winds and air currents
should be taken into consideration when positioning
generator.
Figure 2 — Generator Clearance
断路器

50Hz electrical loads.
OFF

1. Digital Hour Meter Displayer
The Hour Meter indicates the per running time &
total running time. Push the button at the lower
right cornor could switch each parameter easily.
2. Voltmeter Displayer
The Voltmeter indicates the voltage while at
running.
3. Amperage Meter Displayer
The Amperage Meter indicates the current
while at running.
45A.
10KVA.
The three phase
in Grannitto Service Center.
Use a compatible three prong plug with this
receptacle (Figure 4). Connect a 3-wire cord, set
rated 220V at 30 AC Amps to the plug.For Single
phase, the receptacle power 220V AC, 30 Amps,
50Hz Loads requiring up to 6.6KVA. Total output for
three receptacles require 10KVA. For Three Phase,
the receptacle power 220V AC, 30Amps, 50Hz
loads requiring up to 3.3KVA. The Three Phase
loads requiring 12KVA stable output, if the
powerfactor goes to 0.8.
The Circuit Breaker is rated at 45A.

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Rated (Running)
Watts
800
500
500
75
1875 Total
Running Watts
Additional Surge
(starting) Watts
1600
500
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-
1600 Highest
Surge Watts
75
500
800
800
1000
300
800
1000
1500
1500
2500
450
500
800
300
4000
1000
600
960
1000
1500
1800
2000
2500
-
500
1200
1600
2000
600
1300
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1200
960
1000
1500
1800
2000
2500
DON’T OVERLOAD
GENERATOR
Capacity
You must make sure your generator can supply
enough rated (running) and surge (starting) watts for
the items you will power at the same time. Follow
these simple steps:
1. Select the items you will power at the same time.
2. Total the rated (running) watts of these items. See
Figure 6.
3. Estimate how many surge (starting) watts you will
need. Surge wattage is the short burst of power
needed to start electric motor-driven tools or appliances.
Total surge watts is estimated by adding only the
one item with the highest additional surge watts to
the total rated watts from step 2.
For Example:
Total Rated (Running) Watts = 1875
Highest Additional Surge Watts = 1600
Total Generator Output Required = 3475
Power Management
It is important to take care when adding electrical
loads to your generator. The correct and safe way to
manage generator power is to sequentially add loads
as follows:
1. With nothing connected to the generator, start the
engine as described in this manual.
2. Plug in and turn on the first load, preferably the
largest load you have.
3. Permit the generator output to stabilize (engine runs
smoothly and attached device operates properly.)
4. Plug in and turn on the next load.
5. Again, permit the generator to stabilize.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each additional load.
NEVER add more loads than generator capacity. Take
special care to consider surge loads in generator
capacity, as described above.
Tool or Appliance
Refrigerator
Deep Freezer
Television
Light (75 Watts)
Figure 6 — Wattage Reference Chart
Tool or Appliance
Rated*
(Running)
Watts
Additional
Surge
(Starting)
Watts
*Wattages listed are approximate only. Check tool or
appliance for actual wattage.
Essentials
Light Bulb – 75 watt
Deep Freezer
Sump Pump
Refrigerator/Freezer – 18 Cu. Ft.
Water Well Pump – 1/3 HP
Heating/Cooling
Window Fan
Furnace Fan Blower – 1/2 HP
Kitchen
Microwave Oven – 1000 Watt
Coffee Maker
Electric Stove – Single Element
Hot Plate
Family Room
Stereo Receiver
Television – 27”
Personal Computer w/17” monitor
Other
AM/FM Clock Radio
Electric Water Heater – 40 Gallon
Quartz Halogen Work Light
Airless Sprayer – 1/3 HP
Reciprocating Saw
Electric Drill – 1/2 HP
Circular Saw – 7 1/4”
Miter Saw – 10”
Table Saw/Radial Arm Saw-10”
Air Compressor – 1 – 1/2 HP

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model: SC13000
Maximum output Watts ………….......……….12000 VA
Continuous Wattage Capacity ………........…10000 VA
Power Factor …...…………………………………… 1.0
Rated Maximum Continuous AC Load Current:
At 220 Volts ….......……………………...........…
45 Amps
Phase ………………………..………………...... 1-phase
Rated Frequency …………….…………...…… 50 Hertz
Petrol Tank Capacity ….......................................... 30L
Shipping Weight …………….…….…...................183kg

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
RECOMMENDATIONS
The Owner/Operator is responsible for making sure
that all periodic maintenance tasks are completed on
a timely basis; that all discrepancies are corrected;
and that the unit is kept clean and properly stored.
NEVER operate a damaged or defective generator.
Engine Maintenance
For further services, kindly please turn to Grannitto
Authorized Service Center.
Generator Maintenance
Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit
clean and dry. Operate and store the unit in a clean
dry environment where it will not be exposed to
excessive dust,dirt, moisture or any corrosive vapors.
Cooling air slots in the generator must not become
clogged with snow, leaves or any other foreign material.
NOTE: DO NOT use a garden hose to clean generator.
Water can enter engine petrol system and cause
problems. In addition, if water enters generator
through cooling air slots, some of the water will be
retained in voids and cracks of the rotor and stator
winding insulation. Water and dirt buildup on the
generator internal windings will eventually decrease
the insulation resistance of these windings.
CAUTION
Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact with used
motor oil.
●Used motor oil has been shown to cause skin cancer in
certain laboratory animals.
●Thoroughly wash exposed areas with soap and water.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
DON’T POLLUTE. CONSERVE RESOURCES.
RETURN USED OIL TO COLLECTION
CENTERS.
WARNING
Unintentional sparking can result in fire or
electric shock.
WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR
GENERATOR
●Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and
place the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
WHEN TESTING FOR ENGINE SPARK
●Use approved spark plug tester.
●DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed.
Generator Cleaning
●Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.
STORAGE
The generator should be started at least once every
seven days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If
this cannot be done and you must store the unit for
more than 30 days, use the following guidelines to
prepare it for storage.
Generator Storage
●Clean the generator as outlined in “Generator Cleaning”.
●Check that cooling air slots and openings on generator
are open and unobstructed.
Engine Storage
Please turn to Grannitto Authorized Service Center for
help if there is a need.
Other Storage Tips
●To prevent gum from forming in petrol system or on
essential carburetor parts, add petrol stabilizer into
petrol tank and fill with fresh petrol. Run the unit for
several minutes to circulate the additive through the
carburetor. The unit and petrol can then be stored
for up to 24 months. Petrol stabilizer can be purchased
locally.
●DO NOT store petrol from one season to another
unless it has been treated as described above.
●Replace petrol container if it starts to rust. Rust and/or
dirt in petrol can cause problems if it’s used with this
unit.
●Store unit in a clean and dry area.
●Use a soft bristle brush to loosen caked on dirt or oil.
●Use a vacuum cleaner to pick up loose dirt and debris.
●Use low pressure air (not exceed 1.7 bar/25 psi) to
blow away dirt. Inspect cooling air slots and opening
on generator. These openings must be kept clean
and unobstructed.
CAUTION
Improper treatment of generator can damage it and
shorten its life.
●DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust,
dirt, or corrosive vapors.
●DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots.
WARNING
Storage covers can be flammable.
●DO NOT place a storage cover over a hot generator.
●Let equipment cool for a sufficient time before placing
the cover on the equipment.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Engine is running, but no AC
output is available.
Engine runs good but bogs down
when loads are connected.
Engine will not start; or starts
and runs rough.
Engine shuts down during
operation.
Engine lacks power.
Cause
1. Circuit breaker is open.
2. Poor conncetion or defective
cord set.
3. Connected device is bad.
4. Fault in generator.
1.Short circuit in a connected load.
2. generator is overloaded.
3. Shorted generator circuit.
1. Out of petrol.
2. Petrol valve is in the “Closed”
position.
3. Low oil level.
1. Out of petrol.
2. Low oil level.
3. Generator tipped at angle.
Load is too high.
Solution
1. Reset circuit breaker.
2. Check and repair.
3. Connect another device that is in
good condition.
4. Contact SENCI
SENCI
Authorized service
Center.
1. Disconnect shorted electrical load.
2. See “Don’t Overload Generator”.
3. Contact Authorized service
Center.
1. Fill petrol tank.
2. Turn petrol valve to the “Open”
position.
3. Fill crankcase to proper level.
1. Fill petrol tank.
2. Fill crankcase to proper level.
3. Place generator on level surface.
See “Don’t Overload Generator”.

Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual
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SINGLE / THREE PHASE GENERATOR DRIVEN BY V-TWIN ENGINE
IMPORTANT
The labels of SENCI
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Power Products contain very important emissions information and critical safety warnings.
Read, Understand, and Follow all warnings and instructions in this manual, the engine manual, and on the machine,
engine and attachments. If you have any questions about your product, contact your local authorized
SERVICE CENTER.
WARNING
CHEMICALS KNOWN TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER EPRODUCTIVE
HARM. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.