Winco WC6000HE/F Manuals

WINCO INC. 225 S. CORDOVA AVE. LE CENTER, MN 56057 507-357-6821 SERVICE DEPT. 507-357-6831 www.wincogen.com INSTALLATION AND OPERATORS WC6000HE/F GENERATOR MANUAL 2 REV C OPM-120 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 2 SPECIFICATIONS 3 GENERATOR ENGINE SAFETY 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ANSI SAFETY DEFINITIONS CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 TESTING POLICY 4 INTRODUCTION 5 INTENDED USES RESTRICTED USES UNIT CAPABILITIES 5 GENERATOR CONNECTIONS STARTING ELECTRIC MOTORS PREPARING THE UNIT  6 UNPACKING LUBRICATION OIL RECOMMENDATIONS OIL ALERT SYSTEM GASOLINE AUTOMATIC VOLTAGE REGULATOR BATTERY INSTALLATION BATTERY CHARGING OPTIONAL DOLLY KIT LIFTING EYE INSTALLATION CONSERV-R® IDLE CONTROL INITIAL START UP 9 BASIC OPERATION CONNECTING THE LOADS 10 APPLYING THE LOADS GROUNDING WIRING ENGINE CARE 12 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL CHANGING THE OIL DUAL ELEMENT AIR FILTER SPARK PLUG CARBON CANISTER GENERATOR CARE 13 EXERCISING THE GENERATOR GENERATOR MAINTENANCE CLEANING TROUBLESHOOTING 14 CONTROL PANEL WIRING DIAGRAM 15 36 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY 16 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 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. COPY YOUR MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER HERE No other WINCO generator has the same serial number 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 # ________________________________________ 3 REV C OPM-120 SPECIFICATIONS GENERATOR Model WC6000HE/F Surge Watts 6,000 Continuous Watts 5,500 Volts 120/240 Amps 45.8/22.9 Generator Manufacturer Mecc Alte Spa Generator Model Number ES16F-160/A Part Number 16346-027 Rotor Resistance 6.57 Ohms Stator Resistance 0.124 Ohms Regulation AVR ASR ENGINE Engine Manufacturer Honda Engine Model Number GX340 Type RT2VWE2 NH1 Code GCBET Spark Plugs BPR6ES (NGK) Air Filter 17210-ZE2-515 Spark Plug Gap 0.030 in Intake Valve Clearance 0.005 in +/- .0008 Exhaust Valve Clearance 0.07 in +/- .0008 Oil Capacity 38.4 oz (1.2 qts) 4 REV C OPM-120 TESTING POLICY Before any generator is shipped from the factory, it is fully checked for performance. The generator is loaded to its full capacity, and the voltage, current, and frequency are carefully checked. Rated output of generator is based on engineering tests of typical units, and is subject to, and limited by, the temperature, altitude, fuel, and other conditions specified by the manufacturer of applicable engines. SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important information that should be understood and followed before the installation, operation and maintenance of the generator. Failure to follow the safety instructions in this manual could result in serious injury or death. Keep this manual available for future reference. ANSI SAFETY DEFINITIONS DANGER: DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations. WARNING: WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION: CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may be used to alert against unsafe practices. NOTE: CAUTION is also used on the unit labels and in this manual to indicate a situation that could result in serious damage or destruction of the equipment and possible personal injury. 1. ELECTRIC SHOCK - The output voltage present in this equipment can cause a fatal electric shock. This equipment must be operated by a responsible person. A. Do not allow anyone to operate the generator without proper   instruction. B. Guard against electric shock. C. Avoid contact with live terminals or receptacles. D. Use extreme care if operating this unit in rain or snow. E. Use only three-prong grounded plugs and extension cords. F. Be sure the unit is properly grounded to an external ground rod   driven into the earth. 2. FIRE HAZARD - A. Keep a fire extinguisher nearby and know its proper use. Fire   extinguishers rated ABC by NFPA are appropriate. 3. NOISE HAZARD - Excessive noise is not only tiring, but continual exposure can lead to loss of hearing. A. Use hearing protection when working around this   equipment for long periods of time. B. Keep your neighbors in mind when permanently installing this   equipment. 4. CLEANLINESS - Keep the generator and surrounding area clean. A. Remove all grease, ice, snow or materials that create slippery   conditions around the unit. B. Remove any rags or other materials that could create a   potential fire hazard. C. Carefully clean up any gas or oil spills before starting the unit. 5.SERVICING EQUIPMENT - All service, including the installation or replacement of service parts, should be performed only by a qualified technician. A. Use only factory approved repair parts. B. Do not work on this equipment fatigued. C. Use extreme caution when working on electrical components.   High output voltages from this equipment can cause serious   injury or death. D. Installing a generator is not a “do-it-yourself” project. Consult   a qualified, licensed electrician or contractor. The installation   must comply with all national, state, and local codes. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: This product contains crude oil, gasoline, diesel fuel and other petroleum products, Antifreeze to which can expose you to chemicals including toluene and benzene, Ethylene glycol (ingested) which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm and developmental issues. For more information go to www.P65Warning.ca.gov.