Winco HPS6000HE/I Installation & Operator'S Manual Download

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SPECIFICATIONS 3

GENERATOR
ENGINE

SAFETY INFORMATION

ANSI SAFETY DEFINITIONS

INTRODUCTION 5

TESTING POLICY
INTENDED USES
RESTRICTED USES

UNIT CAPABILITIES

GENERATOR CONNECTIONS
STARTING ELECTRIC MOTORS

PREPARING THE UNIT

UNPACKING
LUBRICATION
OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
FUEL CONSUMPTION
GASOLINE
INSTALLING THE FUEL LINE
CHANGING FUEL TYPES
OPTIONAL DOLLY KIT
OPTIONAL FUEL SOLENOID KIT

BATTERY INSTALLATION

BATTERY CHARGING

OIL ALERT SYSTEM

INITIAL START UP

BASIC OPERATION
GASOLINE
NATURAL GAS

STARTING HINTS

COLD WEATHER
HOT WEATHER
STOPPING AND STORING
OPERATING SPEED

CONNECTING THE LOADS

APPLYING THE LOADS
GROUNDING
WIRING

ENGINE CARE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL
CHANGING THE OIL
DUAL ELEMENT AIR FILTER
SPARK PLUG
CARBON CANISTER

GENERATOR CARE

EXERCISING THE GENERATOR
GENERATOR MAINTENANCE
CLEANING

TROUBLESHOOTING 18

RECEPTACLE WIRING DIAGRAM

CA EVAP EMISSION CONTROL

LIMITED WARRANTY

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This manual contains important instructions that should

be followed during installation and maintenance of the

generator. Read and understand all instructions in the

manual before starting and operating the generator.

USING THIS MANUAL

Congratulations on your choice of a WINCO generator.

You have selected a high-quality, precision-engineered

generator designed and tested to give you years of

satisfactory service.

To get the best performance from your new generator, it is

important that you carefully read and follow the operating

instructions in this manual.

Should you experience a problem please follow the

“Troubleshooting Tables” near the end of this manual.

The warranty listed in the manual describes what you can

expect from WINCO should you need service assistance in

the future.

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Page 1: ...ber as yours If you should ever need to contact us concerning this unit it will help us to respond to your needs faster MODEL _________________________________________________ SERIAL NUMBER _________________________________________ PURCHASE DATE _________________________________________ DEALER NAME ___________________________________________ DEALER PHONE ________________________________________ ...

Page 2: ...SPARK PLUG CARBON CANISTER GENERATOR CARE 18 EXERCISING THE GENERATOR GENERATOR MAINTENANCE CLEANING TROUBLESHOOTING 18 RECEPTACLE WIRING DIAGRAM 19 CA EVAP EMISSION CONTROL 20 LIMITED WARRANTY 20 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important instructions that should be followed during installation and maintenance of the generator Read and understand all instructions in the manual before ...

Page 3: ...turer Mecc Alte Spa Generator Model Number S16W 130 A Part Number 16346 006 Rotor Resistance 3 95 Ohms Stator Resistance 0 36 Ohms Cap Winding Resistance 2 45 Ohms Capacitors 25 mF Capacitor Part Number 16346 612 ENGINE Engine Manufacturer Honda Engine Model Number GX340 Type RT2VWE2 Code GCBET Spark Plug Gap 0 030 in Intake Valve Clearance 0 006 0 010 in Exhaust Valve Clearance 0 010 0 012 in Oil...

Page 4: ...the earth 2 FIRE HAZARD Gasoline and other fuels present a hazard of possible explosion and or fire A Do not refuel when the engine is running or hot B Keep fuel containers out of reach of children C Do not smoke or use open flame near the generator set or fuel tank D Keep a fire extinguisher nearby and know its proper use Fire extinguishers rated ABC by NFPA are appropriate E Store fuel only in a...

Page 5: ...ds The diagram below represents this 5 500 watt rated output generator A B represent the 120 volt output legs of this generator Up to 2 250 watts at 120 volts 22 9 Amps can be drawn from the receptacles attached to either A or B output legs This generator is capable of producing 22 9 Amps of 240 volt current at C Check the appliance or tool nameplates for the current and voltage to insure compatib...

Page 6: ...el This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 87 or higher Gasoline containing no more than 10 ethanol is accepted CAUTION EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Do not use unapproved gasolines such as E15 or E85 Do NOT mix oil in the gasoline Use of unapproved fuels will damage the engine components and void the engine warranty Use of fuels with content of ethanol greater ...

Page 7: ... with your local fuel supplier to ensure complete compliance with ALL codes 1 Remove the plastic cover plug from the demand regulator 2 Connect the flex fuel line to the demand regulator or the optional solenoid A positive fuel shut off device must be installed in the fuel line close to the engine generator set This manual shut off valve is required by code even if the 12 Volt fuel solenoid kit is...

Page 8: ...onnect the ridged mounted pipe directly 6 Turn on the vapor fuel 7 Start the engine 8 Apply the load to the generator NG TO GASOLINE 1 With the engine running turn off the NG fuel supply 2 Run the engine until it runs out of fuel 3 Remove the flexible fuel line from the demand regulator 4 Reinstall the plastic insert in the regulator 5 Check to be sure the gasoline fuel valve is off 6 Fill the gas...

Page 9: ...nect the positive battery cable to the bat terminal first Then connect the negative battery cable to the bat terminal Make sure all connections are clean and tight Reverse the sequence when disconnecting disconnect the negative cable first The engines produce enough direct current to keep the battery charged under normal operating conditions but were not intended to be used as a battery charger WA...

Page 10: ...low a certain point the low oil module on the engine will shut it down This oil warning system will automatically stop the engine before the oil level reaches a critical danger point This feature is designed to prevent costly repairs and downtime CAUTION EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Allowing the engine to shutdown repeatedly on low oil level may cause excessive wear which can be cumulative ...

Page 11: ...rip lightly until resistance is felt then pull briskly 6 When the engine starts open the choke gradually 7 The engine should promptly come up to operating speed NOTICE Do not allow the starter grip to snap against the en gine Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter CAUTION EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Never permit the choke to remain on after the engine has run for a short time It is not necessary t...

Page 12: ... Because the engine vacuum needs to activate the fuel system it is almost impossible to manual start the unit using NG 1 Check oil level refill as needed 2 Turn on the NG fuel supply 3 NEVER use the choke when operating on NG 4 Turn the engine switch to the on position 5 Operating the starter Rotate the key switch briefly to START position The starter life is improved by using shorter starting cyc...

Page 13: ...do so could result in damage to equipment plugged into the unit and possi ble injury to the individual All engines have a tendency to slow down when a load is applied When the electrical load is connected to the generator the engine is more heavily loaded and as a result the speed drops slightly This slight decrease in speed together with the voltage drop within the generator itself results in a s...

Page 14: ...erator at these sites a secondary emergency distribution panel may have to be installed The emergency distribution panel must be installed by a licensed electrician according to all CONNECTING THE LOADS APPLYING THE LOADS Allow the engine to warm up for two or three minutes before applying any load This will allow the engine to reach normal operating temperature and oil to circulate throughout the...

Page 15: ...load on the generator during the initial start up See the nameplate on your generator for the amperage capabilities of your unit CAUTION EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Failure to properly limit and balance the load applied to the generator will cause the generator to produce low voltage and may damage the engine generator set It may also cause severe damage to the loads con nected to the generator at that time ...

Page 16: ...ecommendation section in this manual NOTE This engine requires 38 4 ounces 1 2 qt of oil if completely drained Use caution when refilling the engine as some residual oil may have remained in the engine Always use the dipstick when filling the engine with oil to prevent overfilling E Replace filler plug F Start engine up and warm it up G After warming up the engine recheck the oil level and refill ...

Page 17: ... every 300 hours of operation Always replace with the same spark plug that came in the engine and check gap before installing Spark plug gap is 0 030 Poor spark will also occur if spark plug wire does not fit firmly on spark plug If this happens reform the terminal to fit firmly on spark plug tip CARBON CANISTER Designed to collect store and dispose of fuel vapors created in the fuel tank fuel sys...

Page 18: ...roperly should it be needed in an emergency GENERATOR MAINTENANCE Any major generator service including the installation or replacement of parts should be performed only by a qualified electrical service technician USE ONLY FACTORY APPROVED REPAIR PARTS A Bearing The bearing used in these generators is a heavy duty double sealed ball bearing They require no maintenance or lubrication B Receptacles...

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Page 20: ...sole remedy for a failure under this warranty shall be limited to the repair of the product At WINCO s option material found to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use and service will be repaired or replaced For warranty service return the product within the warranty period to your nearest WINCO Authorized Service Center or to WINCO in Le Center Minnesota Duration Consumer Commer...

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