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enough direct current to keep the battery charged under
normal operating conditions, but were not intended to be
used as a battery charger.
WARNING: PERSONAL INJURY
Lead acid batteries produce explosive hydrogen gas when
charging. Keep sparks, flames, and burning cigarettes away
from the battery. Ventilate the area when charging or
using the battery in an enclosed space. Lead acid batteries
contain sulfuric acid, which causes severe burns. If acid
contacts eyes, skin, or clothing, flush well with water. For
contact with the eyes, get immediate medical attention.
BATTERY CHARGING
Units have a small flywheel charger built into the engine
flywheel assembly for recharging the starting battery. This
flywheel charger generates a small AC current that passes
through a diode assembly to produce DC charging current
of about 1 to 3 Amps. This circuit is not designed to be used
as a battery charging circuit to recharge dead batteries.
OPTIONAL DOLLY KIT
An optional 4-wheel dolly kit is available for this generator.
The dolly kit comes with instructions and parts list.
CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Be sure to check the wheels properly before operating the
generator. Ensure the brake has been applied. Allowing the
unit to move will cause damage to the unit, drop cords or
loads.
INITIAL START UP
The throttle control on these generators is preset and
locked to operate at 3600 RPM (nominal) with no load
speed set at 3690 RPM. Only a trained service technician
should be allowed to adjust this speed setting.
NOTICE: ENGINE START LOCKOUT
This unit will not start if it is low on oil. The lubricating oil
level must be at the full mark before the engine will start
and run.
BASIC OPERATION
If the engine is cold and stiff or if the battery is not fully
charged, starting can be made easier by slowly hand
cranking the engine through the compression stroke before
pushing the starter switch. This permits the starter to gain
momentum before the heavy load of the compression
stroke occurs. This minimizes the drain on the battery and
improves the possibility of starting under such adverse
conditions. Always keep the battery charged, especially
during cold weather operation.
1. Check oil level, refill as needed.
2. Turn on the fuel supply. Ref “A”.
3. Engage the choke (“B”) by pulling it out. A warm
engine will require less choking than a cold engine.
4. Rotate the key switch (‘C’) briefly to the START
position. Repeat if necessary.
NOTE: The starter life is improved by using shorter cycles,
5 seconds maximum. Wait one (1) minute between start
cycles.
5. Gradually push the choke as the engine warms up.
6. The engine should promptly come up to operating
speed.
CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Never permit the choke to remain on after the engine has
run for a short time. It is not necessary to choke the engine
when it is warm. Avoid over-choking.
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WARNING: PERSONAL INJURY
Lead acid batteries produce explosive hydro-
gen gas when charging. Keep sparks, flames, and
burning cigarettes away from the battery. Ventilate
the area when charging or using the battery in an
enclosed space. Lead acid batteries contain sulfuric
acid, which causes severe burns. If acid contacts
eyes, skin or clothing, flush well with water. For con-
tact with eyes, get immediate medical attention.
BATTERY CHARGING
Units equipped with electric start have a small
fl
y-
wheel charger built into the engine
fl
ywheel assem-
bly for recharging the starting battery. This
fl
ywheel
charger generates a small AC current that passes
through a diode assembly to produce a DC charg-
ing current of about 1 to 3 AMPS. This circuit is not
designed to be used as a battery charging circuit to
recharge dead batteries.
4 WHEEL DOLLY KIT (OPTIONAL)
The WL18000 is available with an optional 4 wheel
dolly kit. The dolly kit comes with instructions and
parts list. After installing the dolly kit,
fi
le the instruc-
tions and parts list in the back of this manual for
future reference.
CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
This is a four wheel dolly kit be sure to chock the
wheels properly before operating the generator.
Failure to properly restrict unit movement will allow
the unit to move causing damage to the unit, drop
cords or loads
.
OIL ALERT SYSTEM
This WINCO Industrial generator is equipped stan-
dard with low oil shutdown systems. The Briggs and
Stratton engine uses an oil pressure switch system.
This low oil warning system will automatically stop
the engine before the oil level reaches a critical dan-
ger 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.
INITIAL START UP
The throttle control on these generators is preset
and locked to operate at 3600 RPM (nominal) with
no load speed set at 3690 RPM. Only a trained
service technician should be allowed to adjust this
speed setting.
NOTICE: ENGINE START LOCKOUT
This unit
will not start
if it is low on oil. The lu-
bricating oil level must be at the
full
mark before the
engine will start and run.
BASIC OPERATION
ELECTRIC STARTING
This engine is electric start only. The batteries must
be maintained in good condition to prevent hard
starting or damage to the engine mounted starter.
1. Check oil level, re
fi
ll as needed
2. Turn on the fuel supply. Ref “A”
3. Move the choke to the full “on” position. A warm
engine will require less choking than a cold
engine. Ref “B”
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B
C
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