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12000-WATT DUAL FUEL

PORTABLE GENERATOR

Instruction Manual

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trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use 

your tool properly and for its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

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MODEL DF1200X

Summary of Contents for DF1200X

Page 1: ...gged trouble free performance Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation warnings and cautions If you use your tool properly and for its intended purpose you will enjoy years of safe reliable...

Page 2: ...tting Off the Generator 26 Maintenance 27 Transportation Storage 33 Troubleshooting Guide 34 Wiring Diagram 35 Exploded View Parts List 36 Warranty Statement 44 2 To purchase accessories and replaceme...

Page 3: ...thout Wheel Kit 207 2 lbs Product Dimensions With Wheel Kit 29 13 x 28 35 x 25 5 inches Without Wheel Kit 27 44 x 22 17 x 22 44 inches GENERATOR Engine Type OHV 4 stroke single cylinder Engine Displac...

Page 4: ...________________ Purchased From _________________________________________________ Serial Number __________________________________________________ TO MAXIMIZE THE LIFESPAN OF YOUR GENERATOR We recomme...

Page 5: ...shock PERSONAL SAFETY 1 Stay alert watch what you are doing and use com mon sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or med...

Page 6: ...ccordance with these instructions taking into ac count the working conditions and the work to be per formed Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardo...

Page 7: ...soline Do not operate near open flame heat or any other ignition source Do not smoke near the generator Always operate on a firm level surface Always turn generator off before refueling Allow generato...

Page 8: ...a qualified technician Do not use receptacles or cords that show signs of damage such as broken or cracked insulation 4 Use a ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI in highly conductive areas such as m...

Page 9: ...he generator that be come hot during use 8 Turn off all connected electrical devices before stop ping the generator 9 Always turn generator off before refueling Allow generator to cool for at least 2...

Page 10: ...amiliarized with all the parts and controls of your Generator The components will be referred to later in the manual for assembly and operation instructions GENERATOR Handle Spark Plug Cap Muffler Air...

Page 11: ...H MM Press the MODE button to switch between displays 5 AC Circuit Breakers for 5 20R Receptacles Push the button to reset the circuit 6 AC Circuit Breakers for L14 30R Receptacle Push the button to r...

Page 12: ...Flat Washer 2 Cotter Pin 2 Tools Accessories Oil Bottle 1 LPG Regulator Hose 1 Funnel 1 Spark Plug Socket 1 Tool Bag 1 10mm x 12mm Wrench 1 13mm x 15mm Wrench 1 IMPORTANT Two red shipping brackets ha...

Page 13: ...secure with an M8x25 bolt and an M8 nut Fig 2 5 Re peat for the other bracket INSTALLING THE WHEELS 1 Slide one of the wheels Fig 3 1 and a 17mm flat washer Fig 3 2 onto the wheel axle Fig 3 3 2 Alig...

Page 14: ...l funnel or appropriate dispenser slowly add oil into the oil fill being careful not to overfill the unit Fill the crankcase to the upper fill line so you can visually see the oil coming halfway up th...

Page 15: ...heck for spilled fuel before operating If fuel spills move the generator at least 30 feet away from the spill and wipe clean any spilled fuel before starting the engine Empty fuel tank before storing...

Page 16: ...DANGER Explosion and fire LP vapors are extremely flammable and explosive Do not use or store LP cylinder in a building garage or enclosed area Failure to do so will result in death or serious injury...

Page 17: ...right clockwise to tighten hose assembly onto the LPG tank Fig 9 3 Connect the opposite regulator connecting hose end to the genera tor s LPG primary regulator with a 3 4 in 19mm wrench not supplied...

Page 18: ...gasoline to run the generator the battery DOES NOT need to be connected whether using electric or recoil start The battery MUST be connected for electric start or recoil start when using LPG To connec...

Page 19: ...nsured by installing an altitude kit at altitudes higher than 3000 feet above sea level At elevations above 8000 feet the engine may experience a decrease in performance even with the proper altitude...

Page 20: ...e a generator correctly CO may leak into the home ALWAYS use a battery powered or battery backup CO alarm in the home If you start to feel sick dizzy or weak after the generator has been running move...

Page 21: ...key and turn the engine switch to the START position for 2 3 seconds NOTE If the engine does not start release the switch and try again Keeping the switch in the START position too long can damage th...

Page 22: ...device you plan to connect The information should be listed on the device or in its instruction manual or you may refer to Table 2 Estimated Wattages of Common Electrical Appliances The wattage can be...

Page 23: ...00 1800 Saw Miter 1200 1200 Microwave 1000 0 Well Water Pump 1000 1000 Sump Pump 800 1200 Refrigerator Freezer 800 1200 Furnace Blower 800 1300 Computer 800 0 Electric Drill 600 900 Television 500 0 D...

Page 24: ...our generator If the circuit breaker does not reset wait several minutes and try again If no power is produced after resetting restart your generator SOME NOTES ABOUT POWER CORDS Long or thin extensio...

Page 25: ...immediately and seek the attention of a qualified medical professional Follow all other directions in this manual regarding the connection and disconnection of electrical devices when starting or shu...

Page 26: ...ith electrical devices plugged in or turned on 2 Let engine run at no load for several minutes to stabilize the engine s internal temperature CAUTION Allowing gasoline to sit in the fuel tank for long...

Page 27: ...port wenproducts com IMPORTANT GENERATOR MAINTENANCE TIPS Drain your carburetor after each use and before storage to prevent it from clogging Do not store the generator with fuel inside the tank for m...

Page 28: ...ld up and blockages caused by stagnant fuel inside of the carburetor 1 Prepare an approved gasoline storage container under the carburetor to collect the drained fuel 2 The carburetor can be accessed...

Page 29: ...a funnel or appropriate dispenser slowly add more oil Repeat step 3 until the oil mark reaches the top of the dipstick you can see oil coming up the threads of the oil fill Do not over fill 5 Reinsta...

Page 30: ...rly If the air filter element has been damaged replace it with a new one Replacement air filters can be ordered from wenproducts com by searching part no DF1200X 1202 1 4 Reinstall the air filter elem...

Page 31: ...gain leverage to loosen the plug 3 Visually inspect the spark plug If it is cracked or chipped or if the electrodes are worn or burned discard it and re place with a new spark plug We recommend replac...

Page 32: ...en the engine is running Remember to run the generator once a month for 20 30 minutes to charge the battery A charged battery will allow you to start the generator using the electric start switch duri...

Page 33: ...tabilizer Run the engine for 15 to 20 minutes allowing the fuel stabilizer to mix with the gasoline and circulate through the carburetor and then top off with fuel Filling the fuel tank full reduces t...

Page 34: ...use if any cord is dam aged Replace damaged cords immediately Bad electrical device connected to the generator Try connecting a different device Voltage regulator is bad Check voltage regulator with...

Page 35: ...WIRING DIAGRAM 35...

Page 36: ...er 12mm 2 1 8 5613K 0207 Drain Plug Bolt M12 1 5x18 2 1 9 Wire Clip 1 1 10 Governor Arm 1 1 11 Flat Washer 8mm 1 1 12 Cotter Pin 1 1 13 Flanged Hex Nut M10 1 1 14 Bolt M6x16 2 1 15 Ball Bearing 6202P6...

Page 37: ...Cylinder Head Bolt M10 1 25x85 4 3 10 56475 F6TC Spark Plug Torch F6TC NGK BP6ES 1 3 11 Cylinder Head Subassembly 1 3 12 Muffler Gasket 1 3 13 Nut M8 2 ASSEMBLY 3 CYLINDER HEAD SUBASSEMBLY No Part No...

Page 38: ...inder Head Cover Pin Limit Plate 1 6 12 Bolt M6x12 1 6 13 Valve Rotator 2 6 15 Valve Lock Clamp 4 ASSEMBLY 6 VALVE TRAIN CAMSHAFT SUBASSEMBLY No Part No Description Qty 7 1 Bolt M6x20 3 7 2 DF1200X 07...

Page 39: ...0903 Carburetor Assembly 1 9 5 Air Filter Gasket 1 9 6 Hose Clamp 1 1 9 7 Fuel Tube 1 9 8 Breather Tube 1 1 9 9 Hose Clamp 2 1 9 10 Hose Clamp 3 1 9 11 Breather Tube 2 1 ASSEMBLY 9 CARBURETOR EXPLODE...

Page 40: ...Fuel Valve Assembly 1 14 12 Hose Clamp 1 14 13 Fuel Tank 1 14 14 Fuel Line 1 EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST No Part No Description Qty 12 1 Flanged Hex Nut M6 2 12 2 Air Filter Assembly 1 12 3 DF1200X 1202...

Page 41: ...6 2 15 13 DF1200X 1513ASM Foot Assembly 2 15 14 15 15 15 16 Flanged Hex Nut M6 2 15 17 Battery Clamp 1 15 18 Battery Bolt 2 ASSEMBLY 15 FRAME No Part No Description Qty 15 19 DF1200X 1520ASM Handle As...

Page 42: ...tlet Subassembly 1 16 13 8A DC Breaker 1 16 14 Grounding Terminal 1 ASSEMBLY 16 CONTROL PANEL SUBASSEMBLY No Part No Description Qty 16 15 Hex Bolt M6x12 4 16 16 Hex Bolt M6x25 3 16 17 Secondary LPG R...

Page 43: ...ket 1 17 10 Bolt M5x12 1 17 11 Stator Bolt M5x235 2 ASSEMBLY 17 ALTERNATOR EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST No Part No Description Qty 17 12 Flat Washer 10mm 1 17 13 Rotor Bolt M10 1 25x285 1 17 14 Stator Bol...

Page 44: ...to WEN before the replacements can be shipped out turning a product for warranty service the shipping charges must be prepaid by the purchaser The product must be shipped in its original container or...

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