Ducar DF1800H Manuel utilisateur

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Owner`s Manual
GENERATOR
DF1800H DFD1800H DFY1800H
DF2500H DFD2500H DFY2500H

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DF3000H DFD3000H DFY3000H
IMPORTANT NOTICES
Please pay special attention to statements 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 operating and maintenance procedures may result in
damage to or destruction of equipment if not strictly observed.
NOTE
A note is used to give helpful information.

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This manual should be considered as a permanent part of the unit and should remain with the unit when resold.
The installation and major repair work shall be carried out only by specially trained personnel.
Contents
SAFETY 5
Safety Label Locations 5
Safety Information 6
CONTROLS 9
Engine Switch 9
Recoil Starter 9
Fuel Valve Lever 10
Chock Rod 10
Ground Terminal 11
Oil Alert System 11
AC Circuit Breaker 12
GENERATOR USE 13
Connection to Building Electrical System 13
Ground Terminal 13

AC Applications 14
AC Operations 16
PRE-OPERATION CHECK 17
Engine Oil 17
Fuel 18
STARTING THE GENERATOR/STOPPING THE GENERATOR
20
SERVICE 20
MAINTENANCE 24
Maintenance Safety 25
Emission Control System Information 27
Maintenance Schedule 29
Engine Oil Change 30
Air Cleaner Service 31
Spark Plug Service
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33
TRANSPORTING/STORAGE 36
ASSEMBLY OF PARTS 39
TROUBLESHOOTING 43
SPECIFICATIONS 45
WIRING DIAGRAM 46

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 48
SAFETY
SAFETY LABELL LOCATIONS
These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read them carefully.
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Generator dealer for a replacement.
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SAFETY
SAFETY INFORMATION
Generators are designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions. Read and
understand this owner’s manual before operating your generator. You can help prevent accidents by being
familiar with your generator’s controls, and by observing safe operating procedures.
Operator Responsibility
·Know how to stop the generator quickly in case of emergency.
·Understand the use of all generator controls, output receptacles, and connections.
·Be sure that anyone who operates the generator receives proper instruction. Do not let children operate the
generator without parental supervision.
Carbon Monoxide Hazards
·Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas. Breathing exhaust can cause loss

of consciousness and may lead to death.
·lf you run the generator in an areas that is confined, or even partially enclosed, the air you breathe could contain
a dangerous amount of exhaust gas. To keep exhaust gas from accumulating, provide adequate ventilation.
SAFETY
Electric Shock Hazards
·The Generator produces enough electric power to cause a serious shock or electrocution if misused.
·Using a generator or electrical appliance in wet conditions, such
as rain or snow, or near a pool or sprinkler system, or when your
hands are wet, could result in electrocution. Keep the generator dry.
·If the generator is stored outdoors, unprotected from the weather, check all electrical components on the control
panel, before each use. Moisture or ice can cause a malfunction or short circuit in electrical components which
could result in electrocution.
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·Do not connect to a building electrical system unless an isolation switch has been installed by a qualified
electrician.
SAFETY
Fire and Burn Hazards
·The exhaust system gets hot enough to ignite some materials.
-Keep the generator at least 3 feet (1 meter) away form buildings and other equipment during operation
-Do not enclose the generator in any structure.
-Keep flammable materials away form the generator.
·The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for a while after stopping the engine .Be careful
not to touch the muffler while it is hot. Let the engine cool before storing the generator indoors.
·Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions. Do not smoke or allow flames or
sparks where the generator is refueled or where gasoline is stored. Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the
engine stopped.

·Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may ignite after the engine has started. Make sure that any spilled
fuel has been wiped up before starting the generator.
CONTROLS
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Engine Switch
To start and stop the engine
Switch position:
OFF: To Stop the engine.
ON: To run the engine. electric start recoil start
START:To start the engine (only for electric start)
Recoil Starter
To start the engine, pull the starter grip lightly resistance is

felt, then pull briskly.
NOTICE
Do no allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine.
Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter.
CONTROLS
Fuel Valve Lever
The fuel valve is located between the fuel tank and carburetor. When the valve lever is in the ON position, fuel is
allowed to flow from the fuel tank to the carburetor. Be sure to return the fuel valve
lever to the OFF position after stopping the engine.
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