K rcher 1.042-208.0 PGG 6/1 Electric Generator User Manual

: June 13, 2024
: K RCHER

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1.042-208.0 PGG 6/1 Electric Generator
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1.042-208.0 PGG 6/1 Electric Generator

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General notes

Read these original operating instructions
and the enclosed safety instructions
before using the device for the first
time. Proceed accordingly.
Keep both books for future reference or for future owners.

Intended use

As delivered, this generator is intended for use at
heights of up to 1500 m above sea level. It can be adjusted
by an authorised Customer Service department
for use at higher elevations.
If an electricity generator that has been adjusted for use
at higher elevations is used below this height then this
can result in destruction of the motor through overheating.

Environmental protection

The packing materials can be recycled. Please
dispose of packaging in accordance with the environmental
regulations.
Electrical and electronic devices contain valuable,
recyclable materials and often components
such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil,
which – if handled or disposed of incorrectly – can
pose a potential danger to human health and the environment.
However, these components are required for
the correct operation of the device. Devices marked by
this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of together
with the household rubbish.
Notes on the content materials (REACH)
Current information on content materials can be found
at: www.kaercher.de/REACH

Accessories and spare parts

Only use original accessories and original spare parts.
They ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and
safely.
Information on accessories and spare parts can be
found at www.kaercher.com.

Scope of delivery

Check the contents for completeness when unpacking.
If any accessories are missing or in the event of any
shipping damage, please notify your dealer.

Safety instructions

Hazard levels

DANGER
●Indication of an imminent
threat of danger that will lead to
severe injuries or even death.

WARNING
●Indication of a potentially dangerous
situation that may lead
to severe injuries or even
death.

CAUTION
●Indication of a potentially dangerous
situation that may lead
to minor injuries.

ATTENTION
●Indication of a potentially dangerous
situation that may lead
to damage to property.

Safety instructions

DANGER

Risk of injury.
The device is not intended for
use by persons with restricted
physical, sensory or mental
abilities or those lacking in experience
and / or lacking in
knowledge.
Children must be supervised
to prevent them from playing
with the device.
Children and minors must not
use the device.
Keep a safe distance away
from the exhaust pipe and do
not reach into the exhaust gas
jet.
Danger of explosion.
Never operate the device in
potentially explosive environments.
Observe the corresponding
safety instructions when operating
the device in hazard
zones (e.g. a petrol station).
Only fill the fuel specified in
the operating instructions.
Only refuel with the engine
switched off.
Do not refuel in confined spaces.
Smoking and open flames are
prohibited.
Ensure that no fuel gets on hot
surfaces during refueling.
Close the fuel tank cap after
refueling.
Do not operate the device if
fuel has been spilt. Move the device to another location and
avoid generating sparks.
Store fuel only in approved
containers.
Do not store fuel in the vicinity
of open flames or devices
having an ignition flame or
that generate sparks (e.g. oven,
heating boiler or water
heater).
Do not spray start spray into
the air filter.
Risk of fire.
Maintain a minimum distance
of 2 m between inflammable
objects and the muffler.
Do not operate the device in
forests, bushy or grassy areas
unless the exhaust pipe has
been equipped with a spark
catcher.
Keep grass and other soiling
substances away from the
cooling fins.
Do not operate the device if
the fuel system is damaged or
leaking. Check the fuel system
regularly.
Allow the device to cool down
before storing in closed
rooms.
Danger of electric shock
Do not touch the spark plug or
ignition lead when the device
is in operation.
Do not operate the device in
rain, snow or in the vicinity of
a sprinkler system. Keep the
device dry.
Never touch the mains plug
and socket with wet hands.
Do not start up a device that
has wet or icy electrical components.
Do not connect the device only
to the mains supply of a
building.
Preferably use devices and
extension cables with rubber
cables as per IEC 60245-4.

WARNING

Health risk
Exhaust gases are toxic. Never
breathe in the exhaust gases.
Never operate the device
in confined spaces. Ensure
sufficient ventilation and extraction
of the exhaust gases.
Make sure that no exhaust gases
are emitted close to air vents.
Avoid repeated or prolonged contact
with fuel or engine oil and do
not inhale the fuel vapours.

CAUTION

Danger of burns
Do not touch any hot parts
such as the muffler, cylinder or
cooling fins.
Danger of hearing damage
Do not operate the device
without a muffler. Check the
muffler regularly and have a
damaged muffler replaced.
ATTENTION
Risk of damage
Use only spare parts from the
original manufacturer.
Old fuel can lead to deposits
in the carburettor and impair
the engine performance. Use
only new fuel.
Do not adjust any control
springs or linkages that might
increase the speed of the engine.
Do not operate the device with
the air filter removed.
Do not pull the starter cord
while the device is running.
Ensure adequate ventilation
so that the device does not
overheat.

Symbols on the device

WARNING
Danger of explosion, risk of fire.
Petrol can cause fires or explosions if handled incorrectly.
Shut the motor down prior to refuelling.
Do not operate the device in confined spaces or partially
enclosed areas.
Read these operating instructions before using the device.

ATTENTION
Risk of damage
Do not refuel with diesel fuel.

Note:
Check the oil level before starting the device. The engine
stops and the indicator lamp lights up if the oil level
is too low. Refill oil (for oil type see “Technical data”).

WARNING
Danger of explosion, risk of fire.
Shut the motor down prior to refuelling.
Clean up any spilt fuel before starting the device.
Do not start the device if the fuel system is leaky.

CAUTION
Hot surface
The exhaust pipe of the device becomes very hot during operation and
can cause burns. Avoid touching the exhaust pipe.

WARNING
Risk of eye injuries and hearing damage.
Wear safety goggles and hearing protection
when operating the device.

Warning symbols

Observe the following warnings when handling the batteries:

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Observe notes in the instructions for the battery, on the battery and in these oper ating instructions.

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Wear eye protection.

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Keep acids and batteries away from chil dren.

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Risk of explosion

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Fire, sparks, open flames and smoking are prohibited.

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Risk of acid burns

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First aid.

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Warning

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Disposal

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Do not throw batteries in the bin.

Device description

See cover page for pictures

Illustration A

Air filter
Push handle
Starter cord
Choke lever
Fuel cock
Fuel tank
Control panel
Battery
Oil dipstick
Oil drain plug
Fuel tank filling level display
Fuel tank cap
Type plate
Indicator lamp
Engine key-operated switch
DC circuit breaker
DC terminals
AC voltmeter
Power circuit breaker
AC power socket
PGG 6/1: AC power socket
PGG 8/3: Three-phase socket
Earthing terminal

Symbols on the device

Clean the air filter every 50 operating hours or every 10
operating hours in the case of dusty environments(see
“Care and maintenance/Cleaning the air filter”).

Note on checking the oil level.

Choke lever

Installation

1. Mount the push handle on the device frame using
the mounting materials provided.
Illustration B
1 Push handle
2 Stands
3 Wheel

2. Mount the wheels on the device frame using the
mounting materials provided.

3. Mount the stands on the device frame using the
mounting materials provided.

Initial start-up

Fill with oil

Position the device on a level surface.
Unscrew the oil dipstick.
Fill with engine oil.
Note: The engine oil is not included in the scope of
delivery. The filling quantity and oil type are specified
in the section “Technical data”.
Wipe off the oil dipstick.
Insert the oil dipstick as far as it will go, but do not
screw in.
Pull out the oil dipstick. The oil level must lie in the
marked section of the oil dipstick.
Top up the engine oil if the level is too low.
Screw in and tighten the oil dipstick.

Initial startup

Check the oil level

1. Position the device on a level surface.
2. Unscrew the oil dipstick.
3. Wipe off the oil dipstick.
4. Insert the oil dipstick as far as it will go, but do not
screw in.
5. Pull out the oil dipstick. The oil level must lie in the
marked section of the oil dipstick.
6. Top up the engine oil if the level is too low.
7. Screw in and tighten the oil dipstick.

Refuelling

1. Read the fuel level indicator.
2. Refill the fuel tank with the tank indicator shows a low filling level.
3. Unscrew the fuel tank cap.
4. Fill fuel up a maximum of the lower edge of the filling nozzle.
5. Fit the fuel tank cap and screw tight.

Operation

Starting the device

1. Open the fuel cock.
2. Push the choke lever to the left if the engine is cold.
3. Turn the key-operated switch to the START position
and hold in this position until the engine starts. Hold
the key-operated switch in the START position for
no longer than 5 seconds. Wait for at least
10 seconds before attempting to start again.
4. Allow the key-operated switch to return to the 1/ON
position when the engine has started.
5. Push the choke lever to the right once the engine
has started.

Starting with the pull cord starter

1. Open the fuel cock.
2. Push the choke lever to the left if the engine is cold.
3. Pull the starter cord slowly until a strong resistance
is discernible then pull strongly.
4. Slowly return the starter cord.

ATTENTION
Risk of damage
A rapidly returning starter cord damages the device.

Slowly return the starter cord.
5. Push the choke lever to the right once the engine
has started.

Connecting AC devices

The power consumption of the electrical device must
not exceed the continuous power rating of the generator.
The maximum power may only be used for brief periods.
Devices with electric motors require several times
the nominal power when starting up.

DANGER
Danger of electric shock
Electricity can flow through the operator and cause
death or injuries if the electrical equipment or cables are
damaged.

A fault current protection device (PRCD Portable Residual
Current Device) must be connected between each
additional device and the generator if more than one device
is plugged into the generator.

1. Start the generator.
2. Set the power switch to 1/ON.
3. Plug the mains plug of the electrical device into the
socket of the generator.
4. A fault current protection device (PRCD Portable
Residual Current Device) must be connected between
each additional device and the generator if
more than one device is plugged into the generator.
5. Start the electrical device.
If the device does not function correctly, e.g. irregular
running or misfires, immediately switch off and
unplug the connected appliances and investigate
the cause.

Charging vehicle batteries

The 12 V DC connection is only suitable for charging 12
V lead-acid automobile batteries. This connection is not
suitable for use as a 12 V power supply for electrical appliances.

1. Disconnect the vehicle minus cable (black) from the
battery.
2. Connect the plus terminal (red) of the charging cable
to the plus terminal of the battery.
3. Connect the plus terminal (red) of the other end of
the charging cable to the red terminal (+) of the generator.
4. Connect the minus terminal (black) of the charging
cable to the minus terminal of the battery.
5. Connect the minus terminal (black) of the other end
of the charging cable to the black terminal (-) of the
generator.
6. Start the generator.

ATTENTION
Risk of damage.
The vehicle or generator can be damaged during charging
if the vehicle engine is running while charging the
vehicle battery.
Do not start the vehicle while charging the battery.

Circuit breaker

The circuit breaker button pops out and interrupts
charging if an overload occurs.
1. Wait a few minutes and then press the button in
again.

Disconnect the vehicle battery

1. Shut down the generator.
2. Disconnect the minus pole (black) from the generator.
3. Disconnect the minus terminal (black) from the battery.
4. Disconnect the plus pole (red) from the generator.
5. Disconnect the plus terminal (red) from the battery.
6. Connect the vehicle minus cable (black) to the minus pole of the battery.

Switching off the device

1. Turn the key-operated switch to “0/OFF”.
2. Close the fuel cock.

Transport

Turn the key-operated switch to 0/OFF and close
the fuel cock before transport.
Push the push handle upwards.
Push or pull the device using the push handle.
Allow the engine to cool down for at least
15 minutes before loading.
Keep the device horizontal during transport to prevent
fuel from spilling out.
When transporting in vehicles, secure the device
against rolling away, slipping and tipping according
to the respectively applicable guidelines.
Be aware of the weight of the device during transport.

Storage

CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Be aware of the weight of the device during storage.

ATTENTION
Risk of damage
Do not place any heavy objects on the device.
Store the device in a dry and dust-free place.

Storage duration of 1…2 months

1. Add petrol stabiliser to the fuel tank.
2. Top up the fuel tank.

Storage duration of 2…12 months

Additionally:
1. Close the fuel cock.
2. Place a container under the carburettor.

Illustration C
1 Carburettor
2 Drain screw
3. Unscrew the drain screw.
4. Collect the fuel in the container.
5. Screw in and tighten the drain screw.
6. Empty the settling cup (see “Care and Maintenance/ Cleaning the settling cup”).

Storage duration longer than 12 months

Additionally:

1. Unscrew the spark plug.
2. 5…10 cm3 Add engine oil to the cylinder.
3. Slowly pull the starter cord several times to distribute
the oil in the engine.
4. Screw in the spark plug.
5. Change the oil (see “Care and Maintenance/Changing
the oil”).
6. Pull the starter cord slowly until a strong resistance
is discernible.

Care and service

DANGER
Danger of injury from electric shock.
You can be injured by moving parts. The electrical voltage
generated by the device can kill or injure you.
Remove the spark plug connector and disconnect the
battery before performing any maintenance work.

CAUTION
Danger of burns.
Hot device components cause burns if touched.
Allow the device to cool down before working on it.

See “Startup” for a description.
** See “Maintenance work” for a description.

Maintenance intervals

Each time before use

1. Check the device for correct condition and operational
safety. Do not start up a damaged device.
2. Check the oil level. *
3. Check the air filter. **

Once after 1 month or 20 operating hours
1. Change the oil. **

Every 3 months or 50 operating hours
1. Clean the air filter. **
Perform cleaning more frequently in a dusty application
environment.

Every 6 months or 100 operating hours
1. Change the oil.
2. Clean the settling cup.
3. Check and clean the spark plug.
4. Clean the spark catcher (not included in the scope
of delivery).

Annually by the authorized Customer Service department
1. Check and adjust the valve play.
2. Clean the fuel tank and fuel filter.

Every 2 years by the authorized Customer Service department
1. Check the fuel line and replace if necessary.

Maintenance work

Check the air filter

1. Pivot the lock away or unscrew the screw.
Illustration D
1 Screw
2 Cover
3 Air filter insert
4 Lock

2. Remove the cover.

3. Check the air filter insert for soiling. Clean the air filter
if necessary or replace if damaged (see “Cleaning
the air filter”).
4. Fit the cover.
5. Close the lock or screw in and tighten the screw.

Cleaning the air filter

ATTENTION
Risk of damage
Penetrating dust can destroy the engine if the air filter
insert is absent.
Do not operate the device without an air filter insert.
1. Open the air filter (see “Checking the air filter”).
2. Remove the air filter insert.
3. Wash the air filter insert in warm water and household
cleaner then rinse with clear water.
Note: Dispose of the oil contaminated washing solution
in an environmentally friendly manner.
4. Allow the air filter insert to dry.
5. Saturate the air filter insert in clean engine oil and
press out the excess oil.
6. Fit the air filter insert back into place.
7. Fit the cover.
8. Close the latches.

Changing oil
Perform the oil change on a warm engine.
1. Unscrew the oil dipstick.
Illustration E
1 Oil dipstick
2 Oil drain plug
2. Unscrew the oil drain screw with seal and catch the
escaping oil.
3. Screw in and tighten the oil drain screw with seal.
4. Position the device on a level surface.
5. Measure the correct quantity of engine oil (for oil
type see “Technical data”) and fill through the oil dipstick
hole.
6. Check the oil level (see “Starting up”).
7. Screw in and tighten the oil dipstick.
8. Dispose of the old oil in accordance with the environmental
regulations.
Cleaning the settling cup
The settling cup separates water from the petrol.
1. Close the fuel cock.
2. Unscrew the settling cup.
Illustration F
1 Settling cup
2 Screw
3. Remove the settling cup with O-ring.
4. Clean the settling cup and O-ring using a non-inflammable
solvent and allow to dry.
5. Fit the settling cup and O-ring and screw tight.
6. Open the fuel cock.
7. Check the seal between the settling cup and carburettor.
8. Close the fuel cock.

Checking and cleaning the spark plug

1. Pull off the spark plug connector.
Illustration G
1 Spark plug connector
2 Spark plug
2. Clean the region around the spark plug to prevent
dirt from entering the engine when the spark plug is
removed.
3. Unscrew the spark plug.
4. Replace a spark plug that has worn electrodes or a
broken insulator.
5. Check the electrode gap of the spark plug. Target
value 0.7…0.8 mm.
6. Check the spark plug seal for damage.
ATTENTION
Risk of damage
A loose spark plug can overheat and damage the engine.
An overtightened spark plug can damage the
thread in the engine.
Observe the following instructions for tightening the
spark plug.
7. Carefully screw the spark plug in by hand. Do not
cross the thread.
8. Screw the spark plug all the way in using the plug
spanner and the tighten as follows.
a Tighten a used spark plug by an additional 1/
8…1/4 turn.
b Tighten a new spark plug by an additional 1/2
turn.
9. Plug on the spark plug connector.

Charging the device battery

DANGER
Danger of explosion, risk of fire
Connecting the two battery terminals causes a short-circuit
that can result in an explosion or fire.
Never place a metal object (e.g. a tool) on the battery.
Danger of injury
Observe the safety instructions on the handling of batteries.
Observe the operating instructions for the charger.

CAUTION
Health risk
Lead is harmful to your health.
Never allow lead to come into contact with open
wounds.
1. Check the battery acid level.
2. If the battery acid level is too low:
a Remove the cell cap.

b Top up the cell with distilled water up to the marking.
c Fit the cell cap.
3. Disconnect the battery.
4. Connect the plus cable of the charger to the plus terminal
of the battery.
5. Connect the minus cable of the charger to the minus
terminal of the battery.
6. Switch on the charger.

Troubleshooting guide

Have all checks and work on electrical parts performed
by an expert.
In case of any malfunctions not mentioned in this chapter,
contact the authorized Customer Service.

The engine does not start.
1. Open the fuel cock.
2. Fill the tank with fuel.

3. Check the oil level and top up if necessary.
4. Check the spark plug (see”Care and maintenance/ Checking and cleaning the spark plug”).
5. Clean the settling cup (see “Care and Maintenance/ Cleaning the settling cup”).

The device does not generate any electricity
1. Set the power switch to 1/ON.

Warranty

The warranty conditions issued by our sales company
responsible apply in all countries. We shall remedy possible
malfunctions on your device within the warranty
period free of cost, provided that a material or manufacturing
defect is the cause. In a warranty case, please
contact your dealer (with the purchase receipt) or the
next authorised customer service site.
(See overleaf for the address)

Technical data

Generator
Continuous output kW 2,8 2,8 5,0 7,0
Maximum short-term output kW 3,0 3,0 5,5 7,5
cos φ 1 1 1 1
Mains voltage V 230 (2x) 220 (2x) 230 (3x) 230 (2x), 400 (1x)
Phase ~ 1 1 1 1 / 3
Frequency Hz 50 60 50 50
Degree of protection IP23M IP23M IP23M IP23M
Insulation class B B B B
Design class G1 G1 G1 G1
DC output
Voltage V 12 12 12 12
current A 6 6 6 6
Internal combustion engine
Engine type Einzylinder Einzylinder Einzylinder Einzylinder
Type 4-takt 4-takt 4-takt 4-takt
Cooling type luftgekühlt luftgekühlt luftgekühlt luftgekühlt
Engine capacity cm3 208 208 389 439
Engine performance kW/PS 4,0/5,4 4,0/5,4 8,5/11,6 9,0/12,2
Fuel type Benzin, min. 86 Oktan
Benzin, min. 86 Oktan
Benzin, min. 86 Oktan
Benzin, min. 86 Oktan
Fuel tank capacity 15 15 25 25
Working time with full tank, 100% performance h 6,5 6,5 6,5 5,5
Working time with full tank, 50% performance h 12 12 10 7
Engine oil volume l 0,6 0,6 1,1 1,1
Oil type 10 W-30
15 W-40
10 W-30
15 W-40
10 W-30
15 W-40
10 W-30
15 W-40
Spark plug type F5T, F6T, F7TJC F5T, F6T, F7TJC F5T, F6T, F7TJC F5T, F6T, F7TJC
Battery
Working voltage of the battery V 12 12 12 12
Dimensions and weights
Length mm 645 645 743 743
Width mm 622 622 713 713
Height mm 559 559 670 670
Weight without fuel kg 52 52 85 90
Determined values in acc. with EN 60335-2-79
Sound pressure level LpA dB(A) 74 74 75 76
Uncertainty KpA dB(A) 1 1 1 1
Sound power level LWA + uncertainty KWA dB(A) 94 94 95 96
CO2Emissions according to the measurement procedure of EU regulation 2016/1628 Euro V
Motor g/kWh 790 678 678

Subject to technical modifications.

Declaration of Conformity

We hereby declare that the machine described below
complies with the relevant basic safety and health requirements
in the EU Directives, both in its basic design
and construction as well as in the version placed in circulation
by us. This declaration is invalidated by any
changes made to the machine that are not approved by us.
Product: Power generator
Type: 1.042-xxx
Currently applicable EU Directives
2006/42/EC (+2009/127/EC)
2011/65/EU
2014/30/EU

2000/14/EC
Harmonised standards used
EN ISO 8528-13: 2016
EN 60204-1:2018
EN 55012: 2007 + A1: 2009
EN 61000-6-1: 2019
EN IEC 63000: 2018
EN 62233: 2008
Applied conformity evaluation method
2000/14/EG: Annex V
Sound power level dB(A)
PGG 3/1
Measured:
Guaranteed: 96
PGG 6/1
Measured:
Guaranteed: 97
PGG 8/3

Measured:
Guaranteed: 97
The signatories act on behalf of and with the authority of
the company management.
Documentation supervisor:
S. Reiser
Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG
Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 – 40
71364 Winnenden (Germany)
Ph.: +49 7195 14-0
Fax: +49 7195 14-2212
Winnenden, 2023/05/01