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Portable Gasoline Generator Service Manual HW4000 HW5500 HW5500E HW6200 HW7500E Read and Save These Instructions For technical support and parts, contact your Regional Master Parts Distributor toll-free at 1-877-HWTECHS (498-3247) or visit www.honeywellgenerators.com. DRAFT - 07/30/08...
NEVER use inside a home or to bystanders. away from windows, doors, and or garage, EVEN IF doors vents. and windows are open. Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, may result in damage to generator com- ponents. Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com...
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• Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite. If any fuel is spilled, be sure the area is dry before starting the engine. • Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or breathing of vapor. www.honeywellgenerators.com Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual...
Warranty is also available by keeping and showing your origi- warranty period, and any repaired product shall be warranted nal receipt from date of purchase to an authorized Honeywell for the remaining original warranty period only. Generator Dealer.
You may be denied warranty coverage if a part an emissions control part is defective, if the diagnostic has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or work is performed at an authorized NSP Honeywell gen- unapproved modifications. erator dealer.
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Service department at NSP. By phone: 1-414-332-2375 Via web: www.honeywellgenerators.com By US mail: Northshore Power Systems, LLC Attention: Product Warranty and Service Dept. 4425 N Port Washington Road Suite 105 Milwaukee WI 53212-1082 Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com...
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE OR ECONOMIC LOSS. EXCLUSIONS. In addition to the foregoing disclaimers, limi- tations and terms, this limited warranty shall not apply to and does not cover products that are in any way subjected to: (i) www.honeywellgenerators.com Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual...
Seals off engine oil fill hole and provides indicator for Delivers volts to spark plug. When spark plug needs ser- engine oil level. vice, cap must be removed. D—Engine Oil Plug When loosened, allows engine oil to drain from generator. Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com...
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To avoid damage to generator, take care not to drop or strike • Jumper wires generator when transporting. Do not place heavy objects on generator. • Rotor Puller • Wood block (for rotor support) Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com...
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Repair times represent generally accepted intervals for conducting a repair. Service centers are always advised to pro- vide feedback during the warranty claim process if additional time may be needed due to unforseen circumstances. Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com...
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Every 2 years (replace if necessary)† TABLE 7-1. Generator Maintenance Schedule * Clean more often when using generator in dusty areas. † It is recommended that this maintenance task be performed by a service dealer. Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com...
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If the oil level is insuffi- cient, the switch opens, thus creating an open circuit in the ignition system, stopping the engine. www.honeywellgenerators.com Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual...
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Be sure pump octane rating is 87 or higher. • Try to confirm contents of fuel. Some states (and provinces in Canada) require this infor- mation to be posted on the fuel pump. If you notice unde- Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com...
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FIGURE 7-5: Wash Air Filter Using a clean, absorbent cloth, squeeze air cleaner element dry, being careful not to twist or tear the filter. FIGURE 7-2: Air Cleaner Cover FIGURE 7-6: Dry Air Filter www.honeywellgenerators.com Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual...
(C), with soap and water. Wipe the pieces clean with a clean, dry cloth. Reinstall the sediment cup, o-ring, and fuel filter. Turn the fuel valve to the ON position and check for leaks. Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com...
To decrease valve clearance, screw pivot nut in. C—PIVOT Hold the rocker arm pivot and loosen the lock nut (see B in illustration). Turn the rocker arm pivot (see C in illustration) to obtain specified clearance. Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com...
Only use OUTSIDE and far NEVER use inside a home away from windows, doors, and or garage, EVEN IF doors vents. and windows are open. NOTE: For all dealer service inquiries, call 1-877-HWTECHS (498-3247) or visit www.honeywellgenerators.com. Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com...
Adjust Throttle Position to Increase Engine Power POWER CONTROL CENTER HOUSEHOLD 4-IN-1 POWER CORD OF OUTLETS TRANSFER SWITCH 120 VOLTS AC 120/240 VOLTS AC MASTER BREAKER BREAKER BREAKER PORTABLE GENERATOR 5500 CONTINUOUS WATTS - 9375 MAXIMUM WATTS Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com...
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G—CARBURETOR BODY Clean internal passages and orifices with compressed air before installa- tion. H—O-RING Check for correct installation. I— MAIN NOZZLE Clean with compressed air before installation. J—MAIN JET Clean with compressed air before installation. www.honeywellgenerators.com Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual...
The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for a while after stopping the engine. • NEVER touch hot surfaces and avoid hot gases. • Let engine cool before storing the generator indoors. A—EXHAUST PIPE B—MUFFLER C—SPARK ARRESTOR SCREEN Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com...
See Chapter 9, “ROTOR” D—CRANKCASE GROMMET Be sure grommet is inserted securely. E—RUBBER MOUNT • Insert tabs into holes. • Be sure rubber is not chipped, hardened, or worn. • Refer to illustration for proper positioning. www.honeywellgenerators.com Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual...
If torquing rotor puller does not free rotor from crankshaft, tap end of puller with brass ham- mer to loosen rotor. Use oil before replacing. CAUTION To prevent eye injury, always wear safety glasses or goggles when striking end of rotor puller. Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com...
Inspect slip rings for dust, rust, or other damage. If rings are dirty, wipe with clean, lint-free cloth. If rings are rusted or appear damaged, remove rotor and wipe with fine emory cloth. www.honeywellgenerators.com Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual...
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ALTERNATOR D—EXCITER WINDING CONNECTOR Resistance Specifications: Ω • HW4000 Model - 3.3-3.8 Blue White Ω • HW5500 Model - 2.3-2.7 Ω • HW5500E Model - 2.3-2.7 Blue Green Ω • HW6200 Model - 2.1-2.5 Ω • HW7500E Model - 1.7-1.8 Using an ohmmeter, measure resistance between the two blue wires.
B—SPARK PLUG LEAD • B1 - Clamp securely to the crankcase with the two clamps. • B2 - Check for cracked or damaged insu- lation; replace, if necessary. Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com...
D—RETURN SPRING Connect the outer hook in the groove of the starter reel and inner hook on the starter case tab. E—STARTER ROPE Install with the starter grip position as shown. 9-10 www.honeywellgenerators.com Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual...
C—FLANGE NUT (16 mm) Hold the flywheel by placing a screwdriver into the pulley. D—FAN COVER Remove and install with the recoil starter assembly. E—RECOIL STARTER ASSEMBLY Install with the starter grip position as shown. Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com 9-11...
FIGURE 9-1: Wheel and Handle Assembly Components NOTICE • NEVER USE wheel kit on-road. • Wheel kit is intended to be used specifically with this generator. NEVER use wheel kit for any other purpose. Honeywell Portable Generator Service Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com 9-12...
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