Wen 56235i, Instruction Manual

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STARTING YOUR GENERATOR
STARTING THE GENERATOR (CONTINUED)
11. Repeat step 10 until the engine starts. Note that the engine start
time cannot exceed 15 minutes. If the engine fails to start, allow it to
cool down for one minute before restarting, otherwise it may cause
machine damage.
NOTE: After repeated failed attempts to start the engine, please con-
sult the troubleshooting guide before attempting again. If problems
persist please call 1-(800) 232-1195 M-F 8-5 CST.
12. After the engine has started, the output indication light (green)
on the control panel will light up.
13. Slowly push in the choke lever to open the choke valve (Fig. 11).
NOTE: If the engine shakes or runs unstably, pull the choke lever
halfway to the HALF open position, and then push it in to the FULL
open position after the engine is running stably.
14. Allow the engine to run for several minutes before attempting to
connect any electrical devices. This allows the generator to stabilize
its speed and temperature.
PARALLEL OPERATION
The parallel connection feature (Fig. 13 - 1) allows you to connect
two WEN generators to increase the total available electrical power.
The “Parallel Connection Kit” can be purchased from wenproducts.
com.
Follow the instructions included with your WEN parallel connection
kit for proper installation and operaion.
ON OFF
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ECO-MODE SWITCH
This generator is equipped with an Eco-Mode Idle Control Switch (Fig. 12). Engaging the switch automatically ad-
justs the engine to match the load. When the electrical load changes, the generator engine will automatically speed
up and slow down as needed. This reduces fuel consumption and noise levels.
Keep this switch engaged when the power load requirement is less than 1000W. Do not engage the Eco-Mode
Switch when the total load is more than 1000W. The generator engine must run at full speed to supply power for
anything over 1000W.
OIL LEVEL SHUTDOWN
The low oil indication light (yellow) will turn on to remind you that the engine oil level is low and need to be refilled.
The generator is equipped with a low oil pressure shutoff that will automatically stop the engine when the oil level is
too low to protect the unit from damage. The oil level of the engine should be checked before each start to ensure
that the engine crankcase contains sufficient lubricant.
Fig. 11
Fig. 12
Fig. 13
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