HARD GEAR SGBT20000VSa User manual

Brand: HARD GEAR

Model: SGBT20000VSa

Category: Power generators

Type: User manual

HARD GEAR SGBT20000VSa is a portable generator that can provide reliable power for a variety of applications. With a maximum output of 20000 watts, it can power everything from your home appliances to your power tools. The generator is also equipped with a number of features that make it easy to use and maintain, including an electric starter, an automatic voltage regulator, and a low oil level indicator.

Here are some of the possible use cases for the HARD GEAR SGBT20000VSa:

Providing backup power during a power outage
Powering tools and equipment at a construction site
Running appliances and electronics at a campsite or RV

Here are some of the possible use cases for the HARD GEAR SGBT20000VSa:

Providing backup power during a power outage
Powering tools and equipment at a construction site
Running appliances and electronics at a campsite or RV

PORTABLE GENERATOR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

WWW.DAISHIN-JAPAN.CO.JP

P･No.15750165000

6500VS

SGBT

20000V

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Dear Customer:

We carefully manufactured to give you a dependable operation.

However, similar to all mechanical products, your machine will occasionally require

adjustments and maintenance. This manual should be read carefully before operating

or performing any adjustments on your machine. Please contact DAISHIN dealer if

technical assistance is required.

Please be advised that unit was designed / manufactured for specific applications. So

please do not modify and use the unit for any application other than which it was

designed for. If you have any questions regarding any applications, please ask

DAISHIN dealer before using.

Please read an instruction manual before use.

Safety Messages

Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided important

safety messages in this manual and on the generator. Please read these messages

carefully

Safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Each safety

message is preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three words; DANGER,

WARNING, or CAUTION

These words mean:

You will be killed or seriously hurt if you don't follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously hurt if you don't follow instructions.

You can be hurt if you don't follow instructions.

Each message tells you what the hazard is, what can happen, and what you can do to

avoid or reduce injury

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Damage Prevention Messages

You will also see other important messages that are preceded by the word.

NOTICE

This word means:

Your generator or other property could be damaged if you don't follow

instructions.

The purpose of these messages is to help prevent damage to your generator, other

property, or the environment.

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Table

Contents

SAFETY LABEL LOCATION .............................................. 4

SAFETY MESSAGES ......................................................... 6

COMPONENTS ................................................................... 8

CONTROLS ........................................................................ 11

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE ............................................ 13

OPERATION ....................................................................... 14

STOPPING ENGINE ........................................................... 16

MAINTENANCE .................................................................. 17

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE ..................................... 27

10.

WATTAGE INFORMATION ................................................. 28

11.

TROUBLE SHOOTING ....................................................... 29

12.

SPECIFICATION ................................................................. 31

13.

WIRING DIAGRAM ............................................................. 32

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SAFETY LABEL LOCATION

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 DAISHIN dealer for a

replacement.

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SAFETY MESSAGES

Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided important

safety messages in this manual and on the generator. Please read these messages

carefully.

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.

・ If you the generator in an area that is confined, or even partially enclosed, the air you

breathe could contain a dangerous amount of exhaust gas. To keep exhaust gas from

building up, provide adequate ventilation.

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.

・ Do not connect to a building’s electrical system unless an isolation switch has been

installed by a qualified electrician.

Fire and burn hazards

・The exhaust system gets hot enough to ignite some materials.

Keep the generator at least 1 meter (3 feet) away from buildings and other equipment

during operation.

Do not enclose the generator in any structure.

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Keep flammable materials away from 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 is in 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.

High altitude

・At altitude over 5000 feet (1524 meters), a minimum 85 octane/85 AKI (89 RON)

gasoline is acceptable. To remain emissions compliant, high altitude adjustment is

required. Operation without this adjustment will cause decreased performance,

increased fuel consumption, and increased emissions. See a Briggs &Stratton

Authorized Dealer for high altitude adjustment information.

Operation of the engine at altitudes below 2500 feet (762 meters) with the high altitude

kit is not recommended.

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COMPONENTS

FUEL METER

FUEL TANK CAP

LIFTING EYE

CONTROL

PANEL

ENGINE

CASTER

CHOKE L

EVER

FUEL TANK

BATTERY

MUFFLER

FUEL VALVE

GENERATOR

A battery liquid is not in

at the time of the

factory shipment. Fill a

suitable battery liquid

before the use.

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CONTROL PANEL

SGB16500VSa (220V 50Hz)

SGBT20000VSa (220/380V 50Hz)

CIRCUIT BREAKER

GROUND TERMINAL

PILOT LAMP

AC RECEPTACLES

ENGINE KEY SWITCH

VOLT METER

HOUR METER

AC TERMINALS

CIRCUIT BREAKER

GROUND TERMINAL

PILOT LAMP

AC RECEPTACLES

ENGINE KEY SWITCH

VOLT METER

HOUR METER

AC TERMINALS

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CASTER KIT

CASTER(STOPPER)

CASTER

FLANG BOLT M8-20

FLANG NUT M8

CASTER

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AC 220V

ENGINE SW.PILOT

START

OFF O N

OFF

4. CONTROLS

Engine key switch

To start and stop the engine.

Switch position:

Off: To stop the engine. Key can be removed/ inserted.

On: To run the engine after starting.

Start: To start the engine by turning the starter motor.

Return the key to the “ON” position once the engine has started. Do not use the starter for

more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, release the switch and wait 10

seconds before operating the starter again.

Fuel valve

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 lever to “OFF”

after stopping the engine.

OFF

START

ENGINE KEY SWITCH

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Choke Lever

The choke is used to provide proper starting mixture when the engine is cold. It can be

opened and closed by operating the choke lever manually.

Slide has the lever out toward “CLOSED” to enrich the mixture.

Circuit Breaker

The Circuit breaker will automatically cut off the circuit if there is a short circuit or a

significant overload of the generator at the receptacle.

If the circuit breaker is OFF automatically, check that the appliance is working properly

and does not exceed the rated load capacity of the circuit before turn on to reset the circuit

breaker.

Ground terminal

The generator ground terminal is connected to the frame of the generator, the metal

non-current carrying parts of the generator, and the ground terminals of each receptacle.

Pilot lamp

The pilot lamp is illuminated when the generator is operating normally.

SLIDE HAS THE LEVER

CLOSED POSITION

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5. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

1) Fill recommended engine oil to the upper limit mark if the oil is short.

2) Change oil if it becomes dirty or discolored.

Oil capacity at upper limit mark:

See attached OPERATOR’S MANUAL.

3) Remove the tank cap and check the fuel

level.

If fuel level is low, refill with unleaded

automotive gasoline.

4) Fuel tank capacity: see page 20 (this

INSTRUCTION MANUAL)

5) Battery liquid is not in at the time of the

factory shipment. Fill a suitable battery

liquid.

1) Remove the battery cell caps.

2) Fill the electrolyte into the each cell,

the level must be maintained between the

UPPER and LOWER limit marks.

3) Peel the protection seal.

Protection seal

Battery cell cap

UPPER LIMIT

LOWER LIMIT

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AC 220V

ENGINE SW.PILOT

START

OFF O N

OFF

6. OPERATION

1. STARTING THE ENGINE (Refer to OPERATOR’S MANUAL for engine.)

1) Make sure that disconnect all electrical

loads from panel receptacles.

The generator may be hard to start if a

load is connected.

2) Turn the fuel valve to the “ON” position.

3) If you want to start operate the choke manually, move the choke knob to the

“CLOSED” position.

4) Start the engine

With the electric starter:

Turn the engine key switch to the

“START” position and hold it there

until the engine starts.

Do not use the electric starter for more than 5 seconds at the time.

If the engine fails to start, release the switch and wait 10 seconds

before operating the starter again.

OPEN POSITION CLOSED POSITION

OFF

START

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When the speed of the starter motor drops after a period of the time, it

is the indication that the battery should be recharged.

5) After the engine starts, let the engine switch return to “ON”.

6) If you have manually closed the choke, move it to the “OPEN” position as the

engine warms up.

APPLYING AC LOAD

1) Start engine (see STARTING THE ENGINE).

2) Allow the engine to warm up for 2-3 minutes before connecting tools or

appliances.

3) Insert the plug of the electrical appliance into “AC RECEPTACLE”.

4) Turn the circuit breaker knob to the on position.

** Do not take a current exceeding the specified amperage.

** Be sure that total wattage of all appliances does not exceed the rated output of the

generator.

When the generator is overloaded or a short circuit is made, the CIRCUIT BREAKER will

trip to protect the circuit automatically. If CIRCUIT BREAKER trips during operation, the

generator is either over loaded or the appliance is defective.

Check the appliance and / or generator for overloading or defect make necessary

corrections or repairs before use.

BE SURE THAT THE TOTAL WATTAGE OF ALL APPLIANCES DOES NOT

EXCEED THE RATED OUTPUT OF THE GENERATOR.

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AC 220V

ENGINE SW.PILOT

START

OFF O N

OFF

7. STOPPING ENGINE

1) Turn the circuit breaker knob to the “OFF” position.

2) Turn the engine key switch to the “OFF” position.

3) Disconnect all electrical loads from panel receptacles.

4) Turn the fuel valve to the “OFF” position.

Never leave an appliance plugged into the generator when you stop the generator as

damage could result to the generator and / or appliance.

OFF

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8. MAINTENANCE

Periodic maintenance and adjustment is necessary to keep the generator in good operating

condition. Perform the service and inspection at the intervals shown in the Maintenance

schedule below.

Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide. Shut off the engine

before performing any maintenance. If the engine must be run, make sure the area is well

ventilated.

Use only genuine BRIGGS&STRATTON parts or their equivalent for

maintenance or repair. Replacement parts that are not of equivalent quality may damage

the engine.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD

Performed at every indicated hours or operating

annually interval, whichever comes first. Each

use First 5

hours

Every

100

hours or

Annually

Every

400

hours or

Annually

ITEM

Engine oil Check level ○

Change ○ ○

Engine oil filter Replace ○

Air filter

Check ○

Clean ○(1)

Replace ○(1)

Spark plug Replace ○

Valve clearance Check- adjust

○(2)

Oil cooling fins Clean ○(1)

fuel filter Clean ○

Replace ○

Fuel tank Check Every 600 hours or Annually

Fuel tube Clean Every 600 hours or Annually

(1) In dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present, clean more often.

(2) Not required unless engine performance problem are noted.

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These items should be service by your dealer, unless the owner has the

Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service life.

No detergent and 2-stroke engine oils will damage the engine and are not

recommended.

Check the oil level BEFORE EACH USE with the generator on a level surface with the

engine stopped.

Use a high quality detergent oil classified for API Service SJ,SL or equivalent.

Use no special additives with recommended oils. Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for the engine. Use the chart to

select the best viscosity for the outdoor temperature range expected.

** below 40°(4℃)the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting.

** Abobe 80°F(27℃) the use of 10W-30 may cause increased oil consumption.

Check oil level more frequently.

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Engine oil change

Drain the oil while the engine is warm to assure rapid and complete draining.

1) Remove the drain plug and sealing washer, oil filler cap, and drain the oil.

2) Reinstall the drain plug and sealing washer. Tighten the plug securely.

3) Refill with the recommended oil and check the level.

In case of removing the drain pipe, please control the extended pipe by spanner.

Oil filler cap

Oil capacity:

2.3ℓ (2.42 US qt , 2.03 lmp qt)

Drain plug

Use some tray

Engine oil filter change

1) Drain the oil from the engine.

2) remove the oil filter and dispose of properly.

Used an oil filter socket, rather than a strap wrench, to avoid striking and damaging

the oil pressure switch.

3) Before installing the new oil filter, lightly lubricate the oil filter gasket with fresh,

clean oil.

4) Install the oil filter by hand until the gasket contacts the oil filter adapter, then

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HARD GEAR SGBT20000VSa User manual

Brand: HARD GEAR

Model: SGBT20000VSa

Category: Power generators

Type: User manual

Here are some of the possible use cases for the HARD GEAR SGBT20000VSa:

Providing backup power during a power outage
Powering tools and equipment at a construction site
Running appliances and electronics at a campsite or RV

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