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2500W DUAL FUEL

INVERTER GENERATOR

Instruction Manual

MODEL DF250iX

Summary of Contents for DF250iX

Page 1: ...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 NEED HELP CONTACT US Have product questions Need...

Page 2: ...12 BEFORE OPERATING OPERATION MAINTENANCE 18 Starting Your Generator 18 Using Your Generator 21 Shutting Off Your Generator 27 Maintenance 29 Transportation Storage 36 Troubleshooting Guide 37 Wiring...

Page 3: ...ches Width 11 5 Inches Height 18 2 Inches Product Net Weight 48 5 Pounds GENERATOR ENGINE Engine Type 4 Stroke OHV Single Cylinder with Forced Air Cooling System Engine Displacement 80cc Fuel Tank Cap...

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

Page 5: ...ols is to attract your attention to possible dangers The safety symbols and their explanations deserve your careful attention and understanding The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any d...

Page 6: ...ctly in contact with gasoline 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 r...

Page 7: ...ld only be performed by 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 co...

Page 8: ...e 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 m...

Page 9: ...ll contents and accessories Do not discard the packaging until everything is removed Check the packing list below to make sure you have all of the parts and accessories If any part is missing or broke...

Page 10: ...diagrams to become familiarized 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 10 Carrying...

Page 11: ...or more information 4 AC 120V Duplex NEMA 5 20R Standard household outlets provide 120V 60Hz power 5 Grounding Nut Ground the generator to reduce the risk of electric shock Refer to Ground the Generat...

Page 12: ...er amount of oil before operating the generator for the first time The oil capacity of the engine crankcase is 11 8 fl oz 0 35 L Fig 1 To add oil follow these steps 1 Place the generator on a level su...

Page 13: ...coming halfway up the oil fill threads 4 Wipe clean any oil leaks and firmly tighten the dipstick Reinstall the oil access cover OIL LEVEL SHUTDOWN To protect the unit from damage the generator is equ...

Page 14: ...m of 87 octane rating The genera tor performs best with ethanol free gasoline DO NOT use gasoline with over 10 ethanol The capacity of the fuel tank is 1 19 gallons 4 50 L Do not mix oil with gasoline...

Page 15: ...les appear become larger in size or increase in number a leak exists This MUST be corrected before using generator Contact WEN customer service at 1 800 232 1195 M F 8 5 CST or email techsupport wenpr...

Page 16: ...how to set up your generator for a particular fuel GENERATOR PREPARATION Propane Tank Valve 3 in 1 Dial on Generator I want to use gasoline Closed Run I want to use LPG Open Run or Off Auto Fuel Sele...

Page 17: ...experience a decrease in performance even with the proper altitude kit Operating this generator without said kit may increase the engine s emissions and decrease both fuel economy and performance Thi...

Page 18: ...you use 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...

Page 19: ...kwise to the ON position This will allow fuel to flow 3 Turn the 3 in 1 dial switch Fig 11 2 to the CHOKE position 3 1 If starting the generator using LPG gently pull the recoil starter handle 1 3 tim...

Page 20: ...o start the generator Fig B 3 Turn the 3 in 1 switch to the Half Choke position for about 15 sec onds This allows the generator to run stably and the engine to warm up NOTE This is only required if yo...

Page 21: ...e Wattage Calculation Find the wattage information of each device you plan to connect The information should be listed on the device or in its instruction manual or you may refer to page Table 2 The w...

Page 22: ...Air Conditioner 1200 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...

Page 23: ...ing power 3 Do not overload the generator or individual panel receptacles If an overload occurs the overload indication light red will activate If it is flashing turn off and unplug one load If it is...

Page 24: ...wo WEN generators to increase the total available electrical power The WEN Parallel Connection Kit can be purchased from wenproducts com Follow the instructions in cluded with your parallel connection...

Page 25: ...R 30 3600 7200 125 65 NR NR NR 40 4800 9600 90 NR NR NR NR WARNING Generator should only be connected to electrical devices either directly or with an extension cord NEVER CONNECT TO A BUILDING ELECTR...

Page 26: ...ir 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 s...

Page 27: ...atically This helps prevent the carburetor from being clogged by stale fuel extending your generator s lifespan SHUTTING OFF YOUR GENERATOR Fig 15 CAUTION Unplugging running devices can cause damage t...

Page 28: ...nning OPTION 2 MANUAL SHUTOFF In case you are in a hurry and do not want to wait for the generator to automatically shut down the manual shutoff feature is available However this method will leave sta...

Page 29: ...e Schedule Clean change more often under dusty conditions or operating under heavy load IMPORTANT GENERATOR MAINTENANCE TIPS Drain your carburetor after each use and before storage to prevent it from...

Page 30: ...nt improper operation or machine damage from dirt and debris Inspect all venti lation openings on the generator These openings must be kept clean and unobstructed If the generator becomes dirty use a...

Page 31: ...n up the carburetor drain screw Fig 19 3 with a flat head screwdriver not included and drain out any gasoline that has built up inside the carburetor through the drain tube into the approved gasoline...

Page 32: ...wing the middle screw Fig 20 Remove the air filter element Wipe excessive oil and any dirt from inside of the air filter casing 3 Check and clean the foam air cleaner element Good elements can be wash...

Page 33: ...oid possible oil spills from the carburetor bowl drain the carburetor before draining oil 3 Using a coin turn the oil access cover screw 1 4 turn clockwise then remove the access cover from the servic...

Page 34: ...holes in the spark plug wrench to gain leverage to loosen the plug 4 Visually inspect the spark plug If it is cracked or chipped or if the electrodes are worn or burned discard it and replace with a...

Page 35: ...to OFF position Tighten the drain screw with the screwdriver and reinstall the service panel 6 Store emptied gasoline in a suitable place DO NOT store flammable materials near the gasoline CAUTION St...

Page 36: ...circulate through the carburetor and then top off with fuel Filling the fuel tank full reduces the amount of air in the tank and helps fight deterioration of fuel For Extended Periods Over 60 Days Dr...

Page 37: ...breaker to reset Check the total wattage of the devices and reduce the load if it exceeds the capacity of the generator Then plug the loads back in one by one 2 Bad connecting cords wires 2 Check the...

Page 38: ...Power LED Eco Mode Switch Oil LED Engine Switch Stepper Motor Throttle Oil Sensor Igniter Spark Plug Ignition Coil DC Winding Main Winding Control Winding Power Winding Red LED Yellow LED CO Sensor En...

Page 39: ...covered by the three year warranty Not all parts may be available for purchase FIG 1 CRANKCASE COVER SUBASSEMBLIES No Part No Description Qty 2 1 56200 0801 Cylinder Head Gasket 1 2 2 DF250i 0201 Cyli...

Page 40: ...ly 1 4 2 56200 1103 Valve Tappet 2 4 3 56200 1104 Valve Set 1 4 4 56200 1105 Valve Rocker Sub assembly 2 4 5 56200 1106 Valve Spring 2 4 6 56200 1107 Valve Spring Seat 2 4 7 56200 1112 Valve Rocker Sh...

Page 41: ...00 1603 Bolt M6x20 1 7 4 56225i 1604 Ignitor 1 7 5 56200 1605 Engine Oil Sensor 1 7 6 56200 1606 Bolt M6x12 2 7 7 56200 1607 Clamp 1 7 8 56200 1608 Bolt M6x12 1 7 9 56225i 1609 Ignition Coil 1 7 10 56...

Page 42: ...ffler Gasket 1 9 7 56200 1507 Muffler Cover 1 9 8 56200 1508B Bolt M6x16 2 9 9 DF250i 0909 Shroud Seal 1 9 10 DF250i 0910 Flanged Hex Bolt M6x12 1 FIG 9 MUFFLER SUBASSEMBLY No Part No Description Qty...

Page 43: ...own Switch 1 11 22 56225i 0603 Eco Mode Switch 1 No Part No Description Qty 11 23 DF1200X 1607 CO Indicator Light 1 11 24 DF250iX 1124 USB Socket 1 11 25 56200 0640 Red Parallel Socket 1 11 26 56200 0...

Page 44: ...olt M6x30 5 12 2 DF250i 1202 Alternator Shroud 1 12 3 DF250iX 1203 Stator Subassembly 1 12 4 DF250i 1204 Rotor Subassembly 1 12 5 56200 0705 Impeller 1 12 6 56200 0706 Bolt M6x10 2 12 7 56200 0707 Pos...

Page 45: ...00 0414 Rubber Jacket 2 13 13 56200 0416B Recoil Starter Guide 1 13 14 DF250i 1314 Countersunk Phillips Head Screw M5x12 1 13 15 56200 0420 Recoil Starter Handle 1 13 16 DF250i 1316 Countersunk Philli...

Page 46: ...225i 0519 Voltage Regulator 1 14 11 56200 0510 Cushioning Rubber Bracket 1 14 12 56200 0509 Cushioning Rubber Bracket 1 No Part No Description Qty 14 13 56200 0409 Fuel Tank Rubber Sleeve 1 14 14 5620...

Page 47: ...LER SIDE COVER No Part No Description Qty 15 1 DF250i 1501 Muffler Side Cover 1 15 2 56200 0302 Washer and Screw M5x16 6 15 3 56200 0303 Cover Cushion 1 15 4 56200 0304 Spring Clip 5 EXPLODED VIEW PAR...

Page 48: ...d part numbers and proof of purchase Damaged or defective parts and products may need to be sent to WEN before the replacements can be shipped out Upon the confirmation of a WEN representative your pr...

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