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5.  Wash the foam air filter element by submerging the 

element in a solution of household detergent soap 

and warm water. Slowly squeeze the foam to thor-

oughly clean.

NOTICE

NEVER twist or tear the foam air filter element 

during cleaning or drying. Only apply slow but firm 

squeezing action.

6.  Rinse in clean water by submerging the air filter  

element in fresh water and applying a slow  

squeezing action (see Figure 18).

Figure 18 

NOTICE

Never dispose of soap cleaning solution used to 

clean the air filter by dumping the solution into 

a sewer, on the ground, or into ground water or 

waterways. Always be environmentally responsible.

Follow the guidelines of the EPA or other 

governmental agencies for proper disposal of 

hazardous materials. Consult local authorities or 

reclamation facility.

7.  Dispose of used soap cleaning solution properly.
8.  Dry the air filter element by again applying a slow firm 

squeezing action.

9.  Return the air filter element to its position in the air 

cleaner housing.

10. Install the air cleaner cover, making sure the tabs lock 

into place.

11. Install the engine service panel.

MAINTENANCE 

DRAINING THE FLOAT BOWL

1.  Remove the engine service panel to access the 

carburetor.

2.  Locate the clear plastic hose from the float and place 

a suitable container under it to catch the drained fuel 

(see Figure 19).

3.  Loosen the float bowl drain screw (see Figure 19) 

until fuel is seen draining from the float bowl.

fuel pan

Fuel Drain Hose

Float Bowl Drain Scr

ew

Figure 19: Loosen float bowl screw

4.  Allow fuel to drain into the container, and then tighten 

the float bowl drain screw.

NOTICE

Never dispose of fuel by dumping fuel into a sewer, 

on the ground, or into groundwater or waterways. 

Always be environmentally responsible. Follow the 

guidelines of the EPA or other governmental agencies 

for proper disposal of hazardous materials. Consult 

local authorities or reclamation facility.

5.  Install the engine service panel.

 

Summary of Contents for iGen1200

Page 1: ...USER MANUAL iGen1200 Digital Inverter Generator 1000 Running Watts 1200 Peak Watts FOR MODELS...

Page 2: ...tructions and precautions can cause you and others to be seriously hurt or killed Model Number Running Watts Peak Watts Fuel Tank Size L G Rated Speed RPM Ignition Type Spark plug Engine Disp cc Strok...

Page 3: ...TINGHOUSE PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM PERSONAL INFORMATION INVERTER INFORMATION First Name ________________________________________ Model Number ______________________________________ Last Name ________...

Page 4: ...11 Power Output and Demand 12 Initial Oil Fill 13 Adding Checking Engine Fluids and Fuel 14 Checking and or Adding Engine Oil 14 Adding Gasoline to the Fuel Tank 14 Starting iGen1200 15 Stopping the I...

Page 5: ...ot avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE Indicates a situation which can cause da...

Page 6: ...ever remove the fuel cap with the engine running Never refuel the inverter while the engine is running Always turn engine off and allow the generator to cool before refueling Only fill fuel tank with...

Page 7: ...sonal injury UNPACKING Tools required box cutter or similar device 1 Carefully cut the packing tape on top of the carton 2 Remove socket wrench oil and funnel and save for later 3 Carefully cut two si...

Page 8: ...il Handle Pull to start the engine Engine Control Switch Turns the fuel on and off 1 5 6 7 8 9 2 3 4 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Engine Service Panel Remove the panel to access the engine and oil for maintenanc...

Page 9: ...uce the load Push in the reset breaker to reset it Efficiency Mode Switch When turned to the ON position the engine will sense the load needed and run at a slower RPM to save fuel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Gr...

Page 10: ...more often during the first couple times of operating the generator NOTICE Weather will affect engine oil performance Change the type of engine oil used based on weather conditions to suit the engine...

Page 11: ...d on other manufacturers inverters Always ensure that both ends of the paralleling cord are switched off before connecting the inverters INVERTER PARALLELING OPERATION 1 Using only the Westinghouse pa...

Page 12: ...to estimate it A rule of thumb for devices fitted with an electric motor is to apply a starting power multiplier of 1 2 for small hand held or portable devices and a value of 3 5 for larger stationar...

Page 13: ...ING ENGINE OIL REVIEW SAFETY SECTION STARTING ON PAGE 5 NOTICE Engine oil must be added when the inverter is on a flat level surface or an inaccurate reading may result Do not overfill If the engine i...

Page 14: ...engine oil will permanently damage internal engine components The engine is equipped with a low oil shutdown switch If the oil level becomes low the engine may shut down and not start until the oil i...

Page 15: ...l circuit Never operate the inverter in an enclosed area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide Only operate the inverter outside and away from windows doors and vents Starting the iGen1200 Be sure t...

Page 16: ...ments Efficiency mode should be used only after the inverter has been warmed up to operating temperature 1 To turn on the efficiency mode press the switch to the ON position 2 If no load is present th...

Page 17: ...the touch prior to performing any maintenance procedure Internal pressure can build in the engine crankcase while the engine is running Removing the oil fill plug dipstick while the engine is hot can...

Page 18: ...e oil as specified in Figure 13 8 Using the supplied oil funnel slowly add engine oil to the engine Stop frequently to check the oil level and avoid overfilling 9 Continue to add oil until the oil is...

Page 19: ...e of used engine oil by dumping the oil into a sewer on the ground or into groundwater or waterways Always be environmentally responsible Follow the guidelines of the EPA or other governmental agencie...

Page 20: ...air filter element by again applying a slow firm squeezing action 9 Return the air filter element to its position in the air cleaner housing 10 Install the air cleaner cover making sure the tabs lock...

Page 21: ...e Figure 21 Figure 21 Remove spark plug with socket wrench MAINTENANCE 7 Place a clean rag over the opening created by the removal of the spark plug to make sure no dirt can get into the combustion ch...

Page 22: ...ain the correct valve lash When the valve lash is correct hold the adjusting nut and tighten the jam nut to 106 in lb 12 N m 8 Recheck the valve lash after tightening the jam nut 9 Perform this proced...

Page 23: ...ylinder wall from corroding during storage 7 Replace the spark plug see Spark Plug Maintenance on page 21 8 Move the inverter to a clean dry place for storage CLEANING THE INVERTER It is important to...

Page 24: ...er see page 14 2 Fuel flow is obstructed 2 Inspect and clean fuel delivery passages 3 Dirty air filter 3 Check and clean the air filter see page 19 4 Low oil level shutdown switch is preventing the un...

Page 25: ...or Main winding R R R W W W Bl Bl Bl R R Y G Bl R Y Bu Bl R Bl W P Bl Bl Bl Bu W Br Gr Br R Generator Engine AC pilot light Overload indicator light Oil warning light Control Panel Reset Bl W Bl W DC...

Page 26: ...26 Westinghouse Portable Power iGen1200 EXPLODED VIEW...

Page 27: ...E 29 FUEL HOSE 30 CLIP FUEL LINE 9 5 31 CLIP FUEL LINE 11X0 8 32 FUEL PUMP 33 SELF TAPPING SCREW M5X16 34 100526 PANEL LEFT NO PART DESCRIPTION 35 150524 OIL DRAIN 36 150523 FUEL TANK CAP SOMP 37 1505...

Page 28: ...28 Westinghouse Portable Power iGen1200 ENGINE VIEW NOTE Parts with no number are not stocked by the manufcturer Please call our service team if you have questions...

Page 29: ...TOR 35 BOLT M5 25 36 STATOR 37 BOLT STUD 38 THE TRIGGER 39 CLIP BOLT 40 100592 CLIP FUEL LINE 41 BOLT STUD 42 SEAT CRANKCASE 43 OIL SEAL NO PART DESCRIPTION 44 TUBE FUEL INLET 45 SWITCH ASSEMBLY OIL L...

Page 30: ...lastic Fuel Tank Capacity Gallons Liters 8 gal 3 L Run Time at 25 Load hrs 9 hrs Run Time at 50 Load hrs 7 hrs Gasoline Fuel Gauge No Choke type Manual Choke Location Side Panel AC Outlets 1 Duplex 12...

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