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OMP-132/D

CONNECTING THE LOADS

The engine-generator covered in this manual was designed 

for portable use. Do NOT operate indoors. The unit should 

be stored in a warm, dry location. Move the unit outdoors 

to a flat, dry location for use.

WARNING: PERSONAL DANGER:

Operating any engine driven generator without proper air 

flow can result in personal injury or death. DO NOT operate 

this unit inside a home or garage, near vents or windows, 

or anywhere carbon monoxide gas could accumulate. 

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 engine. A short warm-up time will permit 

the engine to work more efficiently when the load is 

applied and will reduce the wear in the engine, extending 

its life.

Receptacles have been provided to allow loads to be 

connected to the generator. The loads should be added 

one at a time. If a large motor is being started: or multiple 

motors are being started, they should be started individually 

and the largest should be started first.

CAUTION: EQUIPMENT OVERLOAD

Keep the generator load within in the generator and 

receptacle nameplate rating. Overloading may cause 

damage to the generator and/or the loads.

Most electric tools and appliances will have the voltage and 

amperage requirements on their individual nameplates. 

When in doubt, consult the manufacturer or a local 

electrician. The nameplate amperage rating for electric 

motors can be misleading. See “Starting Electric Motors” in 

the Unit Capabilities. 

The engine governor will automatically adjust itself 

to the load. No harm to the generator will result if it is 

operated with no load connected. Proper utilization of the 

receptacles located on the control panel is necessary to 

prevent damage to either the receptacles or the generator. 

The generator is a limited source of electrical power. 

Therefore, pay special attention to the receptacle and 

generator ratings. The nameplate rating can be obtained 

through a single receptacle as long as the receptacles 

amperage rating is not exceeded.

GROUNDING

Proper grounding of your generator is application 

dependent. Carefully evaluate your planned use of your 

generator to understand which grounding you require. 

If you are not sure what to do, contact a competent 

professional to assist you. The NFPA 70 250:34-35 are good 

technical references.  

STANDARD PORTABLE GENERATOR

Your WINCO portable generator ships with a bonded 

neutral. You can safely use this generator without external 

grounding as long as all loads are powered through the 

receptacle panel. 

VEHICLE-MOUNTED GENERATOR

Your WINCO portable generator ships with a bonded 

neutral. When mounted to a vehicle to safely distribute 

power it is necessary that the generator frame is bonded 

to the vehicle frame. The generator should only supply 

equipment that is cord and plug connected through 

receptacles mounted on the generator or the vehicle. 

PERMANENTLY INSTALLED GENERATORS

This WINCO portable generator ships with a bonded 

neutral and overcurrent protection. NFPA 70 refers to this 

as a “separately derived system.” When connecting it to a 

building a transfer switch specifically designed for GFCI and 

bonded neutral generators is required. 

WIRING

Plug your tools such as drills, saws, blowers, sump pump, 

and other items to be powered directly into the generator 

receptacles. Before plugging in all the tools and cord 

sets, recheck the rating of the generator set. Be sure it 

can handle the intended load and is compatible with the 

voltage, phase, and current ratings. ‘Hard wiring’ this unit 

directly into a temporary construction site electrical system is 

NOT A SIMPLE DO-IT-YOURSELF JOB. 

For your safety, all 

wiring must be done by a qualified electrician and conform 

to the National Electric Code and comply with all state and 

local codes and regulations. Check with local authorities 

before proceeding.

WARNING: PERSONAL DANGER

A fully isolated, double pole double throw manual transfer 

switch must be installed any time a generator is being 

connected to an existing distribution system.

1. These engine-generator sets are designed for portable 

heavy duty commercial use. Receptacles are provided on 

the control panel to permit 120 and 240 Volt portable 

appliances and tools to be plugged directly into them. 

Please note that the 3-wire 240 Volt receptacle(s) on these 

units are designed to power only 240 Volt tools. There 

are two hot leads and a ground wire, but no neutral 

connection, in the 3-wire 240Volt receptacle. A 4-wire 

receptacle (two hot, one ground, and one neutral) has 

been provided on the control panel for use in temporary 

power applications requiring 120/240 Volt power. 

2. If the generator set is connected to an existing 

distribution system, a fully isolated manual transfer switch, 

Summary of Contents for W10000VE-03/A

Page 1: ...to contact us concerning this unit it will help us to respond to your needs faster MODEL _________________________________________________ SERIAL NUMBER _________________________________________ PURC...

Page 2: ...NG THE GENERATOR GENERATOR MAINTENANCE CLEANING TROUBLESHOOTING 14 RECEPTACLE WIRING DIAGRAM 15 36 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY 16 CA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY 16 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual contain...

Page 3: ...ype Code 0614 G1 Spark Plug Gap 0 030 in Intake Valve Clearance 0 007 0 0 in Exhaust Valve Clearance 0 004 0 006 in Oil Capacity 2 4 2 5 qts 78 80 oz TESTING POLICY Before any generator is shipped fro...

Page 4: ...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...

Page 5: ...s can be drawn from the receptacles attached to either A or B output legs This generator is capable of producing 40 Amps of 240 volt current at C Check the appliance or tool nameplates for the current...

Page 6: ...h can be cumulative GASOLINE When using gasoline always use fresh clean unleaded fuel The engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 87 or higher Gasoline cont...

Page 7: ...he negative battery cable to the bat terminal Make sure all connections are clean an tight Reverse the sequence when disconnecting disconnect the negative cable first These engines produce enough dire...

Page 8: ...urs 100 hours 100 hours CHOKE RUN COMMERCIAL POWER BRIGGS STRATTON TM R NOTE The starter life is improved by using shorter cycles with time to cool off between cranking cycles Do NOT operate the start...

Page 9: ...at to do contact a competent professional to assist you The NFPA 70 250 34 35 are good technical references STANDARD PORTABLE GENERATOR Your WINCO portable generator ships with a bonded neutral You ca...

Page 10: ...operation of motors lights and most appliances However electronic equipment and clocks will be affected if correct RPM is not maintained See Load vs Output chart Although individual units and models v...

Page 11: ...Meter when applying load This will ensure the generator is balanced Balanced Unbalanced 120 Volt and 240 Volt receptacles are provided for connection to various loads The diagram below represents thi...

Page 12: ...ngines Gasoline for the closest engine repair center or ask the dealer from whom you purchased the power plant 1 Change the oil after the rst 5 hours of operation and yearly or 100 hours thereafter un...

Page 13: ...r y under Engines Gasoline epair center or ask the dealer sed the power plant r the rst 5 hours of operation s thereafter under normal op ange engine oil every 50 hours ne is operated under heavy t te...

Page 14: ...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...

Page 15: ...15 OMP 132 D RECEPTACLE WIRING DIAGRAM G2 G2 G1 GND GND GND GND GND N N N N N G1 G1 G1 G1 G1 G1 G2 G2 G2 G2 G2...

Page 16: ...nd Purchaser s 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...

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