Wacker Neuson GS 12Ai User manual

Operator´s manual
Portable Generator
GS 12Ai
12.2012
5100004227en / 001

Manufacturer
Wacker Neuson Produktion GmbH & Co. KG
Preußenstraße 41
80809 München
www.wackerneuson.com
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Translation of the original operator's manual in German

1Foreword
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1Foreword
This operator's manual contains information and procedures for the safe opera-
tion and maintenance of your Wacker Neuson machine. In the interest of your
ownsafetyandtopreventaccidents,youshouldcarefullyreadthroughthesafety
information, familiarize yourself with it and observe it at all times.
This operator's manual is not a manual for extensive maintenance and repair
work. Such work should be carried out by Wacker Neuson service or authorized
specialists.
The safety of the operator was one of the most important aspects taken into con-
sideration when this machine was designed. Nevertheless, improper use or in-
correct maintenance can pose a risk. Please operate and maintain your Wacker
Neuson machine in accordance with the instructions in this operator's manual.
Your reward will be troublefree operation and a high degree of availability.
Defective machine parts must be replaced immediately!
Please contact your Wacker Neuson representative if you have any questions
concerning operation or maintenance.
All rights reserved, especially reproduction and distribution rights.
Copyright 2012Wacker Neuson Produktion GmbH & Co. KG
No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means, elec-
tronic or mechanical, including photocopying, without the expressed written per-
mission of Wacker Neuson.
Any type of reproduction, distribution or storage on data media of any type and
form not authorized by Wacker Neuson represents an infringement of copyright
and will be prosecuted.
We expressly reserve the right to make technical modifications – even without
special notice – which aim at further improving our machines or their safety stan-
dards.

2 Introduction
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2Introduction
2.1 Means of representation for this operator's manual
Warning symbols
This operator's manual contains safety information of the categories:
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, NOTICE.
They should be followed to preventdangerto life andlimbof theoperator ordam-
age to equipment and exclude improper service.
Notes
Note: Complementary information will be displayed here.
DANGER
This warning notice indicates immediate hazards that result in serious injury or
even death.
XDanger can be avoided by the following the actions mentioned.
WARNING
This warning notice indicates possible hazards that can result in serious injury
or even death.
XDanger can be avoided by the following the actions mentioned.
CAUTION
This warning notice indicates possible hazards that can result in minor injury.
XDanger can be avoided by the following the actions mentioned.
NOTICE
This warning notice indicates possible hazards that can result in material dam-
age.
XDanger can be avoided by the following the actions mentioned.

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Instructions
XThis symbol indicates there is something for you to do.
1. Numbered instructions indicate that you have to carry out something in a de-
fined sequence.
This symbol is used for lists.
2.2 Wacker Neuson representative
Depending on your country, your Wacker Neuson representative is your Wacker
Neuson service, your Wacker Neuson affiliate or your Wacker Neuson dealer.
You can find the addresses in the Internet at www.wackerneuson.com.
The address of the manufacturer is located at the beginning of this operator's
manual.
2.3 Described machine types
This operator's manual is valid for different machine types from a product range.
Therefore some figures can differ from the actual appearance of your machine.
It is also possible that the descriptions include components which are not a part
of your machine.
Details for the described machine types can be found in the chapter Technical
data.

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2.4 Identification of the machine
Nameplate data
The nameplate lists information that uniquely identifies your machine. This infor-
mation is needed to order spare parts and when requesting additional technical
information.
XEnter the information of your machine into the following table:
Item Designation Your information
1 Group and type
2 Construction year
3 Machine no.
4 Version no.
5 Item no.

Translation of the original Declaration of Conformity
EC Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer
Wacker Neuson Produktion GmbH & Co. KG, Preußenstraße 41, 80809 München
Product
Conformity assessment procedure
According to 2000/14/EC, Appendix VIII.
Notified body
SNCH Société Nationale de Certification et ’Homologation, L-5230 Sandweiler
Directives and standards
We hereby declare that this product meets and complies with the relevant regulations and
requirements of the following directives and standards:
2006/42/EG, 2006/95/EG, 2000/14/EG, 2004/108/EG, 2011/65/EU
Authorized person for technical documents
Axel Häret,
Wacker Neuson Produktion GmbH & Co. KG, Preußenstraße 41, 80809 München
Product GS 12Ai
Product category Generator
Product function Electricity generation
Item number 0620317
Net installed power 9,47
Measured sound power
level 95 dB(A)
Guaranteed sound power
level 95 dB(A)
Dr. Michael Fischer
Director of Technology and Innovation
München, 10.12.2012

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Table of ContentsGS 12Ai
Foreword 3
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 7
1 Safety Information 11
1.1 Signal Words Used in this Manual ......................................................11
1.2 Machine Description and Intended Use ............................................. 12
1.3 Safety Guidelines for Operating the Machine ..................................... 13
1.4 Operator Safety while Using Internal Combustion Engines ............... 15
1.5 Service Safety .................................................................................... 16
2 Labels 18
3 Lifting and Transporting 20
3.1 Using the Lifting Beam .......................................................................20
3.2 Transporting the Machine ................................................................... 21
4 Operation 22
4.1 Preparing the Machine for First Use ................................................... 22
4.2 Power Requirements .......................................................................... 22
4.3 Installation .......................................................................................... 23
4.4 Generator Derating ............................................................................. 24
4.5 Use of Extension Cords ...................................................................... 25
4.6 Isolation Monitor ................................................................................. 28
4.7 Control Panel ...................................................................................... 29
4.8 Before Starting ...................................................................................30
4.9 Starting ...............................................................................................30
4.10 Stopping ............................................................................................. 31
4.11 Emergency Shutdown Procedure ...................................................... 31

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5 Maintenance 32
5.1 Periodic Maintenance Schedule ..........................................................32
5.2 Engine Oil ............................................................................................33
5.3 Servicing the Air Cleaner .....................................................................34
5.4 Spark Plug ...........................................................................................35
5.5 Maintaining the Fuel Filter ...................................................................36
5.6 Engine Speed ......................................................................................36
5.7 Replacing the Fuse .............................................................................36
5.8 Troubleshooting ...................................................................................37
5.9 Wire Colors ..........................................................................................37
5.10 Engine Wiring ......................................................................................38
5.11 Generator and Receptacle Wiring .......................................................39
5.12 Long-Term Storage .............................................................................40
6 Technical Data 41
6.1 Generator ............................................................................................41
6.2 Engine .................................................................................................42
6.3 Sound Measurements .........................................................................43