Westinghouse WGen3600DFv Manuals

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. 2 | Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC 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 Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC | 3 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. 4 | Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY DEFINITIONS The words DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTICE are used throughout this manual to highlight important information. Make sure that the meanings of this safety information is known to all who operate, perform maintenance on, or are near the generator. This safety alert symbol appears with most safety statements. It means attention, become alert, your safety is involved! Please read and abide by the message that follows the safety alerts symbol. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. 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. Note: Indicates a procedure, practice or condition that should be followed for the generator to function in the manner intended. SAFETY SYMBOLS Follow all safety information contained in this manual and on the generator. Symbol Description Safety Alert Symbol Electrocution Hazard Asphyxiation Hazard Burn Hazard. Do not touch hot surfaces. Electrical Shock Hazard Fire Hazard Maintain Safe Distance Lifting Hazard Read Manufacturer’s Instructions Do Not Operate in Wet Conditions