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Maintenance

GP/GPS 6600A

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4.

Maintenance

4.1

Engine Maintenance

The chart below lists basic machine and engine maintenance. Refer to
your engine operator’s manual for additional information on engine
maintenance.

4.2

Periodic Maintenance Schedule

Daily

before 

starting

After

first

20 hrs.

Every

50

hrs.

Every

100

 hrs.

Every

300

hrs.

Check the fuel level.

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Check the engine oil level.

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Inspect the air filter.  Replace as 
needed.

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Check external hardware.

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Clean the air cleaner element.*

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Inspect the shockmounts for damage.

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Change the engine oil.*

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Clean the sediment cup or fuel 
strainer.

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Check and clean the spark plug.

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Check and adjust the valve clearance.

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Clean the fuel tank.*

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Check condition of the fuel lines. 
Replace when necessary.

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*Service more frequently in dusty conditions.

Summary of Contents for CARB

Page 1: ...Generator GP 6600A GPS 6600A CARB OPERATOR S MANUAL 0171950en 002 0609 0 1 7 1 9 5 0 E N...

Page 2: ...enclosed areas Deadly levels of carbon monoxide can build up in these areas Using a fan or opening windows and doors does NOT supply enough fresh air ONLY use a generator outside and far away from wi...

Page 3: ...perating instructions carefully If you have questions about operating or servicing this equipment please contact Wacker Neuson Corporation The information contained in this manual was based on machine...

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Page 5: ...ating Labels 15 3 Operation 19 3 1 Determining Power Requirements 19 3 2 Installation 20 3 3 Recommended Battery GPS only 20 3 4 Battery Installation GPS only 21 3 5 Wheel Kit 22 3 6 Generator Deratin...

Page 6: ...4 3 Engine Oil 35 4 4 Servicing Air Cleaner 36 4 5 Spark Plug 37 4 6 Cleaning the Sediment Cup 38 4 7 Carburetor Adjustment 39 4 8 Adjusting Engine Speed 39 4 9 Storage 40 4 10 Transport 40 4 11 Troub...

Page 7: ...fuel tank and fuel tank cap Where a warrantable condition exists Wacker Neuson Corporation will repair your portable generator at no cost to you including diagnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARR...

Page 8: ...d 30 days If you have a question regarding your warranty coverage you should contact your nearest authorized Wacker Neuson service center or call 1 800 770 0957 WHAT IS NOT COVERED All failures caused...

Page 9: ...situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE Used without the safety alert symbol NOTICE indicates a situation which if not avoided could result in property damage No...

Page 10: ...cy requirements may exist and improper connection may lead to equipment damage fire and personal injury or death Familiarity and proper training are required for the safe operation of the machine Mach...

Page 11: ...he generator on a firm noncombustible level surface 2 2 14 ALWAYS transport the generator in an upright position 2 2 15 ALWAYS keep the machine at least one meter three feet away from structures build...

Page 12: ...or smell NEVER use this generator inside a tunnel or a trench 2 3 1 Do not smoke while operating the machine 2 3 2 Do not smoke when refueling the engine 2 3 3 Do not refuel a hot or running engine 2...

Page 13: ...machine and allow the machine to dry before servicing 2 4 5 DO NOT service the machine if your clothing or skin is wet 2 4 6 DO NOT allow untrained personnel to service this equipment Only trained ele...

Page 14: ...Safety Information GP GPS 6600A wc_si000239gb fm 14 2 5 Label Locations GND 88897...

Page 15: ...Labels Wacker Neuson machines use international pictorial labels where needed These labels are described below Label Meaning WARNING Hot surface CAUTION Lifting point Electrical ground Press circuit b...

Page 16: ...l the rewind starter Press circuit breaker switch to ON position Press engine switch to OFF position Close the fuel flow valve Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES Generator exhaust conta...

Page 17: ...de by a qualified electrician and comply with all appli cable laws and electrical codes A nameplate listing the model number item number revision number and serial number is attached to each unit Plea...

Page 18: ...elating to fire prevention requirements GFCI TEST INSTRUCTIONS TEST BEFORE EACH USE Normal operating state sensing device green LED is ON and circuit breaker is at ON position Step 1 Press TEST button...

Page 19: ...anufacturer or dealer of the tool or appliance with questions regarding its power requirements NOTICE If a tool or appliance does not reach full speed within a few seconds when switched on turn it off...

Page 20: ...son you cannot see or smell NEVER use this generator inside a home or garage EVEN IF doors and windows are open Only use this generator OUTSIDE and far away from windows doors and vents NEVER install...

Page 21: ...rt M8 x 35 screws e through the battery tray then through the tube 3 4 6 Insert the nuts f onto the screws and tighten Torque nuts to 18 75 Nm 13 5 ft lbs 3 4 7 Insert the tube clamps g onto the upper...

Page 22: ...separate the legs of the pins 3 5 7 Align the holes found in the leg bracket b to the holes of the lower cross member 3 5 8 Insert M6 x 16 screws l through the outer holes on the cross member then th...

Page 23: ...GP GPS 6600A Operation wc_tx000791gb fm 23...

Page 24: ...affects the cooling capacity of air the higher the altitude the less dense the air is and thus the lower its ability to transfer heat For every increase in altitude of 500 m 1650 ft above 1000 m 3300...

Page 25: ...urce This ground connection must comply with National Electrical Code standards and state and local regulations 3 8 Operating Heavy Loads Limit operations requiring the maximum rated output of 6600 W...

Page 26: ...ged extension cords can cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury or death DO NOT use worn bare or frayed cords Replace damaged cords immediately Use the chart below as a guide for selecting...

Page 27: ...Switch g GFCI test button b Auto Idle Switch h GFCI reset button c Twist lock receptacle 120V j Twist lock receptacle 120 240V d Main Circuit Breaker k Ignition Switch GPS only e Voltage Selector Swi...

Page 28: ...ition 3 11 1 Press TEST button g Green LED should go OUT and red LED should come ON and circuit breaker should trigger to OFF position d 3 11 2 If sensing device LED or breaker does not trip or change...

Page 29: ...atically returns to full speed when a tool or appliance is turned back on To turn the auto idle feature on push the auto idle switch to AUTO The AUTO setting is recommended while the generator is runn...

Page 30: ...tacles In dual voltage mode both the 120V and 120 240V receptacles are powered lower watts are available on receptacles f1 f2 c The 120 240V twist lock receptacle j should be used in dual mode only To...

Page 31: ...external fasteners condition of fuel lines Note The engine is equipped with an oil alert system If the oil level in the engine drops too low the engine will not start 3 16 4 Fill the fuel tank with fr...

Page 32: ...warm set the choke lever to the open position e1 3 17 5 On recoil start engines turn the engine switch to ON b1 and pull the starter rope f 3 17 6 On electric start engines press the ignition switch k...

Page 33: ...all tools and appliances attached to the generator 3 18 2 Place the main circuit breaker in the OFF position a2 3 18 3 Turn the engine switch to OFF b2 3 18 4 Close the fuel valve d2 Note To stop the...

Page 34: ...ter first 20 hrs Every 50 hrs Every 100 hrs Every 300 hrs Check the fuel level Check the engine oil level Inspect the air filter Replace as needed Check external hardware Clean the air cleaner element...

Page 35: ...protection place a plastic sheet and a container under the machine to collect any liquid that drains off Dispose of this liquid in accordance with environmental protection legislation 4 3 3 Install th...

Page 36: ...ypes of low flash point solvents for cleaning the air cleaner A fire or explosion could result To service 4 4 1 Remove the air cleaner cover a Inspect the element b for holes or tears Replace the elem...

Page 37: ...t touch the muffler while it is hot Note Refer to section Technical Data for the recommended spark plug type and the electrode gap setting 4 5 1 Remove the spark plug and inspect it 4 5 2 Replace the...

Page 38: ...6 Cleaning the Sediment Cup 4 6 1 Turn the fuel valve off 4 6 2 Remove the sediment cup a and the O ring b 4 6 3 Wash both thoroughly in a nonflammable solvent Dry and reinstall them 4 6 4 Turn the fu...

Page 39: ...order to comply with emission regulations The mixture is set at the factory and no adjustment should be necessary Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap The limiter cap cannot be removed without br...

Page 40: ...ngine oil into the cylinder Crank the engine a few turns to distribute the oil to the inside of the cylinder walls 4 9 6 Pull the starter rope slowly until resistance is felt and leave the handle in t...

Page 41: ...ight Engine oil level is adequate If engine starts but there is no power at receptacles check that Circuit breaker is closed Connector from generator to control panel is tight If engine starts but run...

Page 42: ...gines GPS Ref Description Ref Description 1 Main stator winding 1 12 Engine ON OFF switch 2 Main stator winding 2 13 Rectifier 3 Auto idle unit 14 Rotor winding brushes 4 Main circuit breaker 15 Secon...

Page 43: ...GP GPS 6600A Maintenance 43...

Page 44: ...Ref Description A Generator E Honda Engine B Control box C Electric start engines GPS Ref Description Ref Description 1 Idle solenoid 6 Solenoid GPS only 2 Fuel cut solenoid 7 Starter GPS only 3 Oil...

Page 45: ...GP GPS 6600A Maintenance 45...

Page 46: ...ase Auto voltage regulator system AC Voltages Avail able volts phase 120 240 1 Frequency Hz 60 Power Factor 1 0 AC receptacles 125V duplex 125V duplex 125V twist lock 125V 250V twist lock amp amp amp...

Page 47: ...r rated speed kW Hp 8 2 11 3600 rpm Spark plug Champion RN10Y Electrode gap mm in 0 7 0 8 0 028 0 031 Operating speed rpm 3600 Autoidle VAC high idle low idle 119 90 Air cleaner type Dry type with oil...

Page 48: ...2 390 Wacker Neuson Corporation P O Box 9007 Menomonee Falls WI 53052 9007 Tel 262 255 0500 Fax 262 255 0550 Tel 800 770 0957 Wacker Neuson Limited Room 1701 03 1717 20 17 F Tower 1 Grand Century Plac...

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