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Page 2: ...rranty coverage Product Registration To ensure trouble free warranty coverage it is important you register your Westinghouse generator You can register your generator by either 1 Filling in the product registration form below and mailing to Product Registration Westpro Power Systems LLC W237 N2889 Woodgate Road Unit B Pewaukee WI 53072 2 Registering your product online at www westpropower com prod...

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Page 4: ...lly Starting a Generator 21 Starting an Electric Start Generator 23 STOPPING THE GENERATOR 24 Normal Operation 24 During an Emergency 24 MAINTENANCE 25 MAINTENANCE 25 ENGINE OIL MAINTENANCE 26 Engine Oil Speciﬁcation 26 Checking Engine Oil 26 Adding Engine Oil 27 Changing Engine Oil 27 AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE 27 Cleaning the Air Filter 27 SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE 29 CLEANING THE SPARK ARRESTOR 30 CLE...

Page 5: ...Y 37 FEDERAL AND OR CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT 37 YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS 37 MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE 37 OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES 37 DEFECTS WARRANTY REQUIREMENTS 37 WARRANTED PARTS 38 QUESTIONS 39 ...

Page 6: ...ded 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 damage to the generator personal property and or the environment or cause the equipment to operate improperly OTE N Indicates a procedure practice or condition that should be followed in order for the generato...

Page 7: ...ls s Never touch live terminals or bare wires while the generator is operating s Be sure the generator is properly grounded before operating WARNING Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely ﬂammable and explosive under certain conditions s Always refuel the generator outdoors in a well ventilated area s Never remove the fuel cap with the engine running s Never refuel the generator while the engi...

Page 8: ...r use the generator to power medical support equipment Always remove any tools or other service equipment used during maintenance from the generator before operating NOTICE Never modify the generator Never operate the generator if it vibrates at high levels if engine speed changes greatly or if the engine misﬁres often Always disconnect tools or appliances from the generator before starting ...

Page 9: ...10 SAFETY SAFETY LABELS AND DECALS 1 1 2 4 3 5 2 3 4 5 Figure 1 ...

Page 10: ...11 SAFETY 1 1 3 4 2 5 2 5 3 4 Figure 2 ...

Page 11: ... of the carton to remove the generator WHEEL KIT ACCESSORIES BOX Open the Wheel Kit Accessories box and verify the contents against the list below If any parts are missing please locate an authorized Westinghouse Generator dealer at www westpropower com or call 1 855 WHHELP1 1 855 944 3571 Components Wheels 2 Handles with Grips 2 Tool Bag 1 Spark Plug Socket Wrench 1 One Liter Bottle of SAE 10W30 ...

Page 12: ...tor will require lifting the unit on one side Make sure all engine oil and fuel are drained from the unit prior to assembling Once assembled the wheel kit is not intended for on road use The wheel kit is designed for use on this generator only Tools required tool bag included 1 Place generator on a ﬂat surface 2 Place a piece of cardboard or other soft material to tip the generator onto to protect...

Page 13: ...om the wheel Tighten the nut see Figure 7 1 2 Figure 7 Installing Outside Serrated Flange Nut 1 Wheel Axle Flange Bolt 2 Serrated Flange Nut 7 Install the wheel with bolt through the axle bracket on the frame see Figure 8 8 Install the serrated ﬂange nut and tighten see Figure 8 1 2 Figure 8 Assemble Wheels to Frame 1 Axle Bracket 2 Serrated Flange Nut 9 Install the handles using the clevis pin an...

Page 14: ...ss both battery posts s ALWAYS use insulated or non conducting tools when installing the battery OTE N The generator comes equipped with the positive battery wire red boot already attached 1 Verify the positive battery wire red boot is securely tightened to the positive battery post Make sure boot is over battery post 2 Carefully remove the protective wrapping around the lug of the negative batter...

Page 15: ...ntrol Panel Contains the circuit breakers and outlets 4 Mufﬂer and Spark Arrester Avoid contact until engine is cooled down Spark arrestor prevents sparks from exiting the mufﬂer It must be removed for servicing 5 Battery For electric start models only 6 Oil Fill Plug Dipstick Must be removed to add and check oil 7 Oil Drain Plug Must be removed to drain engine oil ...

Page 16: ...in the ON position to start the engine and returned to the OFF position once the engine is running 6 Spark Plug Boot Wire Must be removed when servicing the engine or the spark plug 7 CARB Canister Part of your emission control system this charcoal canister and hosing are required to meet CARB compliance CARB regulations require these items to capture evaporative gaseous emissions Being part of th...

Page 17: ...ch will automatically go to the RUN position x RUN Once started the switch will remain in the RUN position x STOP To stop the engine move the switch to the STOP position 3 Main Circuit Breaker The main circuit breaker controls total output of all outlets to protect the generator 4 120 240 Volt 30 Amp Twist Lock Outlet NEMA 14 30R Outlet can supply either 120V or 240V output 5 120 Volt 20 Amp Duple...

Page 18: ...lippings can cause debris to be ingested by the generator that could s Block cooling vents s Block air intake system Weather Never operate your generator outdoors if it is raining snowing or any combination of weather conditions that could lead to moisture collecting on in or around the generator Dry Surface Always operate the generator on a dry surface free of any moisture No Connected Loads Make...

Page 19: ...ngine oil before starting the generator for the ﬁrst time See Checking Engine Oil on page 26 and Adding Engine Oil on page 27 for instructions on checking engine oil level and the procedure for adding engine oil NOTICE The generator does not contain engine oil as shipped Attempting to start the engine without adding engine oil can permanently damage internal engine components Adding Gasoline to th...

Page 20: ... or other malfunction in the electrical circuit Never operate the generator in an enclosed area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide Only operate the generator outside and away from windows doors and vents NOTICE The engine is equipped with a low oil shutdown switch If the oil level becomes low the engine will shut down and will not start until the oil is ﬁlled to the proper level Be sure the e...

Page 21: ... Lever 4 Push the engine control switch into the RUN position see Figure 19 Figure 19 Engine Control Switch 5 Firmly grasp and pull the recoil handle slowly until you feel increased resistance At this point apply a rapid pull while pulling up and slightly away from the generator see Figure 20 Figure 20 6 As the engine starts and stabilizes gradually move the choke lever back to the OFF position ...

Page 22: ...ition 3 Move the fuel shutoff valve to the ON position see Figure 22 Figure 22 Fuel Shutoff Valve in the ON Position 4 Move the choke lever to the ON position see Figure 23 Figure 23 Choke Lever 5 Push and hold the engine control switch in the START position until the engine starts Once the engine starts release the engine control switch the switch will automatically move into the RUN position see...

Page 23: ... the battery via the battery cables and will slowly recharge the battery 6 As the engine starts and stabilizes gradually move the choke lever back to the OFF position STOPPING THE GENERATOR Normal Operation During normal operation use the following steps to stop your generator 1 Remove any connected loads from the control panel receptacles 2 Allow the generator to run at no load to reduce and stab...

Page 24: ...onths After 100 Hours of Use or Every 6 Months After 300 Hours of Use or Every Year Engine Oil Check Level Change Change Cooling Features Check Clean Air Filter Check Clean1 Replace Spark Plug Check Clean Replace Spark Arrestor Check Clean 1 Service more frequently if operating in dry and dusty conditions CAUTION Avoid skin contact with engine oil or gasoline Prolonged skin contact with engine oil...

Page 25: ...e life of the engine Always use the speciﬁed engine oil Failure to use the speciﬁed engine oil can cause accelerated wear and or shorten the life of the engine Engine oil level should be checked before every use 1 Always operate or maintain the generator on a ﬂat surface 2 Stop engine if running 3 Let engine sit and cool for several minutes allow crankcase pressure to equalize 4 With a damp rag cl...

Page 26: ...ain plug see Figure 29 Once removed place the oil drain plug on a clean surface Figure 29 Oil Drain Plug 6 Remove the oil ﬁll plug so the oil can drain more easily from the oil drain port 7 Allow oil to completely drain 8 Replace oil drain plug 9 Fill crankcase with oil following the steps outlined in Adding Engine Oil on page 27 NOTICE Never dispose of used engine oil by dumping the oil into a se...

Page 27: ...erging the element in a solution of household detergent soap and warm water Slowly squeeze the foam to thoroughly clean NOTICE NEVER twist or tear the foam air ﬁlter element during cleaning or drying Only apply slow but ﬁrm squeezing action 8 Rinse in clean water by submerging the air ﬁlter element in fresh water and applying a slow squeezing action NOTICE Never dispose of soap cleaning solution u...

Page 28: ... a ﬂat level surface 3 Remove the spark plug boot by ﬁrmly pulling the plastic spark plug boot handle directly away from the engine see Figure 34 NOTICE Never apply any side load or move the spark plug laterally when removing the spark plug Applying a side load or moving the spark plug laterally may crack and damage the spark plug boot Figure 34 Removal of Spark Plug Boot 4 Clean area around the s...

Page 29: ...0 hours of use or 6 months 1 Stop the generator and let it cool for several minutes if running 2 Move the generator to a ﬂat level surface 3 Remove the spark arrestor mufﬂer shroud by removing the four bolts Place the bolts in a secure place for easy retrieval 4 Using a ﬂathead screwdriver loosen the spark arrestor band clamp see Figure 37 5 Slide the spark arrestor band clamp off the spark arrest...

Page 30: ...oosen and remove all dirt on or around the engine s cooling ﬁns see Figure 39 Figure 39 Engine Cooling Fins Clean All Alternator Cooling Air Inlets and Exhaust Ports Make sure the cooling air inlets and exhaust ports of the alternator are free of any debris and obstructions Use a vacuum cleaner to remove dirt and debris stuck in the cooling air inlets and exhaust ports see Figure 40 and Figure 41 ...

Page 31: ...llow the recommended procedure of the fuel stabilizer manufacturer for correct amount of stabilizer to add Storage Procedure for Greater Than 3 Months 1 Clean the generator as outlined in Cleaning the Generator on page 31 2 Drain all gasoline from the fuel tank as best as possible 3 With the fuel shutoff valve open start the engine and allow the generator to run until all the remaining gasoline in...

Page 32: ...earest authorized service dealer Engine will not start or remain running while trying to start 1 Fuel shutoff valve is in the OFF position 1 Move the fuel shutoff valve to the ON position see pages 22 and 23 2 Generator is out of gasoline 2 Add gasoline to the generator see page 20 3 Fuel ﬂow is obstructed 3 Inspect and clean fuel delivery passages 4 Unit is overchoked 4 Move the choke lever halfw...

Page 33: ...blem the cause might be a fault in the generator 4 Take the generator to your nearest authorized service dealer Engine runs erratic does not hold a steady RPM 1 Choke was left in the ON position 1 Move choke to the OFF position see pages 22 and 23 2 Dirty air ﬁlter 2 Clean the air ﬁlter see pages 27 29 3 Applied loads may be cycling on and off 3 As applied loads cycle changes in engine speed may o...

Page 34: ...in the operator s manual for your WESTPRO Westinghouse unit Should a product difﬁculty occur you must at your expense deliver or ship your WESTPRO Westinghouse unit to a WESTPRO Authorized Service Dealer for warranty repairs which must occur within the applicable warranty period and arrange for pick up or return of your unit after the repairs have been made For the WESTPRO Authorized Service Deale...

Page 35: ...art s x Failure due to misapplication x Telephone cellular phone facsimile internet access or other communication expenses x Expenses related to customer instruction or troubleshooting where no manufacturing defect is found x Overnight freight or special shipping costs for replacement part s x Overtime holiday or emergency labor x Starting batteries fuses light bulbs and engine ﬂuids DISCLAIMER OF...

Page 36: ...door equipment engine owner you are responsible for performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner s manual Westpro Power Systems LLC recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your outdoor equipment engine but Westpro Power Systems LLC cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance As t...

Page 37: ...ents proximately caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted part Throughout the off road engine and equipment warranty period stated above Westpro Power Systems LLC will maintain a supply of warranted parts sufﬁcient to meet the expected demand for such parts 7 Any authorized Westpro Power Systems LLC replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs a...

Page 38: ...witches x Connectors and assemblies 6 Evaporative Control x Fuel hose x Fuel hose clamps x Tethered fuel cap x Carbon canister x Vapor lines QUESTIONS If you have any questions regarding your emissions warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact Westpro Power Systems LLC at Phone 855 944 3571 toll free Web service westpropower com Address Service Department Westpro Power Systems LLC W2...

Page 39: ...ntía Registro del producto Para asegurar la cobertura sin problemas de la garantía es importante que registre el generador Westinghouse Puede registralo haciendo lo siguiente 1 Complete el formulario de registro del producto que está a continuación y envíelo a Registro del producto Westpro Power Systems LLC W237 N2889 Woodgate Road Unit B Pewaukee WI 53072 2 Registre el producto en línea en www we...

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Page 41: ... del generador 24 Encendido de un generador con arranque eléctrico 25 DETENCIÓN DEL GENERADOR 26 Funcionamiento normal 26 Durante una emergencia 26 MANTENIMIENTO 27 MANTENIMIENTO 27 MANTENIMIENTO DEL ACEITE DEL MOTOR 28 Especiﬁcación del aceite del motor 28 Procedimiento para controlar el aceite del motor 28 Procedimiento para agregar el aceite del motor 29 Procedimiento para cambiar el aceite del...

Page 42: ...ONES FEDERAL Y O DE CALIFORNIA 42 DERECHOS Y OBLIGACIONES QUE LE CORRESPONDEN EN VIRTUD DE LA GARANTÍA 42 COBERTURA DE LA GARANTÍA DEL FABRICANTE 42 RESPONSABILIDADES DEL PROPIETARIO EN RELACIÓN CON LA GARANTÍA 42 REQUISITOS DE LA GARANTÍA DE DEFECTOS 42 PIEZAS GARANTIZADAS 43 PREGUNTAS 44 ...

Page 43: ... causar lesiones graves o la muerte PRECAUCIÓN Indica una situación de riesgo que si no se evita podría causar lesiones menores o de gravedad moderada AVISO Indica una situación que puede dañar el generador la propiedad personal y o el entorno o que puede hacer que el equipo funcione incorrectamente OTA N Indica un procedimiento una práctica o una condición que debe seguirse a ﬁn de que el generad...

Page 44: ...ento s Asegúrese de que el generador esté conectado a tierra correctamente antes de utilizarlo ADVERTENCIA La gasolina y los vapores de la gasolina son extremadamente inﬂamables y explosivos en determinadas condiciones s Siempre debe hacer la recarga de combustible del generador en exteriores en una zona bien ventilada s Nunca saque el tapón de combustible con el motor en marcha s Nunca haga la re...

Page 45: ...ara alimentar equipos de asistencia médica Siempre retire del generador las herramientas u otros equipos de servicio que se utilicen durante el mantenimiento antes de usarlo AVISO Nunca modiﬁque el generador Nunca utilice el generador si vibra a altos niveles si la velocidad del motor cambia signiﬁcativamente o si el motor falla con frecuencia al encender Siempre desconecte las herramientas y los ...

Page 46: ...10 SEGURIDAD ETIQUETAS Y CALCOMANÍAS DE SEGURIDAD 1 1 2 4 3 5 2 3 4 5 Figura 1 ...

Page 47: ...11 SEGURIDAD 1 1 3 4 2 5 2 5 3 4 Figura 2 ...

Page 48: ...de la caja para extraer el generador CAJA DE ACCESORIOS DEL KIT DE LAS RUEDAS Abra la caja de los accesorios del kit de las ruedas y controle el contenido con la lista que se incluye a continuación Si falta alguna pieza ubique a un distribuidor autorizado de Westinghouse Generator en www westpropower com o llame al 1 855 WHHELP1 1 855 944 3571 Componentes Ruedas 2 Manigas con empuñaduras 2 Bolsa d...

Page 49: ... que todo el aceite del motor y el combustible se drenen de la unidad antes del ensamblado Una vez montado el kit de las ruedas no está diseñado para usarse en carreteras El kit de las ruedas está diseñado para usarse únicamente en este generador Herramientas requeridas bolsa de herramientas se incluye 1 Coloque el generador sobre una superﬁcie plana 2 Coloque un trozo de cartón u otro material bl...

Page 50: ...tados orientados en sentido contrario a la rueda Ajuste la tuerca vea la Figura 7 1 2 Figura 7 Colocación de la tuerca de brida dentada exterior 1 Perno de brida del eje de la rueda 2 Tuerca de brida dentada 7 Coloque la rueda con el perno a través del soporte del eje en el bastidor vea la Figura 8 8 Coloque la tuerca de brida dentada y apriete vea la Figura 8 1 2 Figura 8 Ensamble las ruedas al b...

Page 51: ...ería s NUNCA conecte ambos terminales de la batería simultáneamente s NUNCA coloque una herramienta metálica cruzando ambos terminales de la batería s SIEMPRE use herramientas aisladas o no conductoras cuando instale la batería OTA N El generador viene equipado con el cable de batería positivo capuchón rojo ya conectado 1 Veriﬁque que el cable positivo de la batería capuchón rojo esté bien ajustad...

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