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USER MANUAL
WGen3600DFv
Dual Fuel Portable Generator
Gasoline: 3600 Running Watts | 4650 Peak Watts
Propane: 3240 Running Watts | 4180 Peak Watts
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE
If you have questions or need assistance, please call customer
service at 855-944-3571.
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INTRODUCTION
WARNING: Operating, servicing, and maintaining
this equipment can expose you to chemicals including
engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead,
which are known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To
minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, and wear
gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing
this equipment. For more information go to www.
P65warnings.ca.gov.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
All rights reserved. No reproduction allowed in any form
without written permission from Westinghouse Outdoor
Power Equipment, LLC.
Read this manual before using or performing
maintenance on this product. Failure to follow
the instructions and safety precautions in this
manual can result in serious injury or death.
DISCLAIMERS
All information,
illustrations,
and
specifications
in
this manual were in effect at the time of publishing.
The illustrations used in this manual are intended as
representative reference views only. We reserve the right
to make any specification or design change without notice.
UPDATES
The
latest
User
Manual
for
your
Westinghouse
generator can be found under our support tab. https://
westinghouseoutdoorpower.com/pages/manuals
Or scan the following QR code with your smartphone
camera to be directed to the link.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
DISCLAIMERS .........................................................................2
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS....................................................................3
SAFETY
SAFETY DEFINITIONS............................................................4
SAFETY SYMBOLS .................................................................4
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................5
SAFETY LABELS AND DECALS .............................................8
COMPONENTS
CONTROL PANEL COMPONENTS .........................................9
GENERATOR COMPONENTS ..............................................10
ASSEMBLY
CARTON CONTENTS ...........................................................11
INITIAL OIL FILL ....................................................................11
FUEL ......................................................................................12
CONNECT AN LPG/PROPANE TANK ...................................13
OPERATION
GENERATOR LOCATION ......................................................14
GROUNDING .........................................................................14
HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION ..............................................14
FUEL SELECTOR SWITCH ..................................................15
BREAK-IN PERIOD ...............................................................15
BEFORE STARTING THE GENERATOR ..............................15
STARTING THE ENGINE: GASOLINE ..................................15
STARTING THE ENGINE: PROPANE ...................................16
SWITCHING FUEL SOURCES ..............................................16
STOPPING THE ENGINE ......................................................16
FREQUENCY OF USE ..........................................................16
AC CIRCUIT BREAKERS ......................................................16
GENERATOR CAPACITY ......................................................17
POWER MANAGEMENT .......................................................17
EXTENSION CORDS ............................................................17
TRANSPORTING ...................................................................18
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ................................................19
MAINTENANCE REMINDERS ..............................................19
MAINTENANCE REPLACEMENT PARTS ............................19
AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE .................................................19
ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK .................................................20
ENGINE OIL CHANGE ..........................................................20
SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE .............................................21
SPARK ARRESTOR SERVICE ..............................................21
STORAGE ..............................................................................22
VALVE CLEARANCE .............................................................23
TROUBLESHOOTING
TROUBLESHOOTING ...........................................................24
EXPLODED VIEWS AND PARTS LISTS
ENGINE EXPLODED VIEW ...................................................26
ENGINE PARTS LIST ............................................................27
GENERATOR EXPLODED VIEW ..........................................28
GENERATOR PARTS LIST ....................................................29
SCHEMATICS
SCHEMATICS ........................................................................31
ESPAÑOL .............................................................................32
FRANÇAIS ...........................................................................57
INTRODUCTION
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SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
Running Watts:
3600 Gas / 3240 LPG
Peak Watts:
4650 Gas / 4180 LPG
Rated Voltage:
120V
Rated frequency:
60 Hz @ 3600 RPM
Phase:
Single phase
Total Harmonic
Distortion: ≤ 23%
Engine Displacement: 212 cc
Starting Type:
Recoil
Fuel Capacity:
4.0 Gallons (15 Liters)
Fuel Type:
87–93 octane*
Oil Capacity:
0.63 Quart (0.6 Liter)
Oil Type:
SAE 10W-30
Spark Plug:
F7TC
Spark Plug Gap:
0.024 – 0.032 in.
(0.60 – 0.80 mm)
Valve Intake
Clearance:
0.0031 – 0.0047 in.
(0.08 – 0.12 mm)
Valve Exhaust
Clearance:
0.0051 – 0.0067 in.
(0.13 – 0.17 mm)
AC Grounding System:
Neutral bonded to frame
Voltage Regulator:
AVR
Alternator Type:
Brushed
Maximum Ambient
Temperature:
104°F (40°C)
Certifications:
• EPA
• CARB
*Ethanol content of 10% or less. DO NOT use E15 or E85.
NOTICE
This product is designed and rated for continuous
operation at ambient temperatures up to 104°F (40°C).
If needed, this product can be operated at temperatures
ranging from 5°F (15°C)–122°F (50°C) for short periods.
If the product is exposed to temperatures outside of this
range during storage, it should be brought back within
this range before operation. This product must always
be operated outdoors in a well-ventilated area and far
away from doors, windows, and other vents.
Maximum wattage and current are subject to and
limited by such factors as fuel BTU content, ambient
temperature, altitude, engine conditions, etc. Maximum
power decreases about 3.5% for each 1,000 feet above
sea level, and will also decrease about 1% for each 10°F
(6°C) above 60°F (16°C) ambient temperature.
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
For trouble-free warranty coverage, it is important to
register your Westinghouse generator.
You can register by:
• Completing and mailing the product registration card
included in the carton.
• Registering your product online at:
https://westinghouseoutdoorpower.com/pages/
warranty-registration
• Scan the following QR code with your smartphone
camera to be directed to the mobile registration link.
• Sending the following product information to:
Westinghouse Outdoor Power
Warranty registration
777 Manor Park Drive
Columbus, OH 43228
For Your Records
Date of Purchase:
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Place of Purchase:
IMPORTANT: Keep your purchase receipt for trouble-free
warranty coverage.
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