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- Page 1 Digital Inverter Generator Instruction Manual iGen2600...
- Page 3 CONGRATULATIONS ON PURCHASING A WESTINGHOUSE DIGITAL INVERTER GENERATOR Thank you for purchasing a Westinghouse portable generator. It is a high-quality power product that will provide many years of safe and reliable service if properly operated and maintained. DANGER This manual contains important instructions for operating the generator. For your safety and that of others, be sure to read this manual thoroughly before operating the generator.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS SAFETY ..................................1 SAFETY DEFINITIONS ............................1 SAFETY SYMBOL DEFINITIONS ........................1 GENERAL SAFETY RULES ..........................2 SAFETY LABELS ..............................4 UNPACKING ................................5 UNPACKING THE GENERATOR ........................5 ACCESSORIES ..............................5 FEATURES ................................6 MAIN GENERATOR COMPONENTS .........................6 CONTROL PANEL FEATURES ...........................7 OPERATION ................................9 BEFORE STARTING THE GENERATOR ......................9 CHECKING OR ADDING ENGINE OIL AND FUEL ....................9 Checking and Adding Engine Oil ......................10 Checking and Adding Fuel ........................10... - Page 5 CONTENTS MAINTENANCE ..............................16 MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS ........................16 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..........................16 ENGINE OIL MAINTENANCE ...........................17 Engine Oil Specification ..........................17 Checking Engine Oil ..........................17 Adding Engine Oil ............................18 Changing Engine Oil ..........................18 AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE ..........................19 Cleaning the Air Filter ..........................19 FUEL STRAINER MAINTENANCE ........................20 SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE ........................21 SPARK ARRESTER MAINTENANCE .......................22 CLEANING THE GENERATOR .........................23...
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Page 6: Safety
SAFETY SAFETY DEFINITIONS SAFETY SYMBOL DEFINITIONS The words DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and Symbol Description NOTICE are used throughout this manual to highlight important information. Be certain that the meanings of these alerts are known to all who work Safety Alert Symbol on or near the equipment. -
Page 7: General Safety Rules
SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING DANGER Petrol fuel liquid and vapours are extremely flammable and explosive Never use the generator in a location under certain conditions. that is wet or damp. Never expose the • Always refuel the generator generator to rain, snow, water spray outdoors, in a well-ventilated area. - Page 8 SAFETY WARNING WARNING Never operate the generator if: You must take reasonable care for powered items overheat; electrical the health and safety both of yourself output drops; there are sparks, flames and any others who may be affected or smoke coming from the generator; by your actions.
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Page 9: Safety Labels
SAFETY SAFETY LABELS The safety labels have specific positions and must be replaced if they are unreadable, damaged or missing. Figure 1 - Safety Labels... -
Page 10: Unpacking
The generator is heavy; lifting it could cause bodily harm. A – Bottle of SAE 10W-30 Engine Oil (350 ml for iGen2600). Avoid cutting on or near staples to prevent personal injury. B – Spark Plug Socket Wrench C –... -
Page 11: Features
- Fuel Cap and Vent - Muffler Access Cover - Control Panel - Oil Access Cover - Engine, Fuel and Choke Control Switch - Engine Access Cover Lock - Recoil Starter Handle - Engine Access Cover Figure 3 - iGen2600 Main Generator Components... -
Page 12: Control Panel Features
Empty (hours) (kW) (litres) (Volts) Figure 4 - iGen2600 Control Panel Features 1. 240-Volt AC, 15-Amp Outlets: Each outlet is 4. Data Center: The alphanumeric LED display capable of delivering the generator’s peak usually shows the run time to empty based on output of 2,600 Watts. - Page 13 FEATURES 6. Overload Alarm: The red warning light will illuminate if the generator’s AC output is overloaded or short-circuited. A brief small overload may be tolerated, but the connected load should be reduced. An extended large overload or short circuit will trip the overload protection feature and disconnect the generator’s AC output even though the engine is still running.
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Page 14: Operation
OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE Weather – Never operate or store your generator outdoors during rain, snow or any combination GENERATOR of weather conditions that could lead to moisture collecting on, in or around the generator. Location Selection – Before starting the generator, Dry Surface –... -
Page 15: Checking And Adding Engine Oil
OPERATION Checking and Adding Engine Oil 6. Remove the fuel cap by unscrewing it anti- clockwise. WARNING 7. Slowly add fuel into the fuel tank. Be careful not to overfill the tank. The fuel level should NOT be Internal pressure can build up in the higher than the red ring inside the fuel strainer engine crankcase while the engine (see Figure 5). - Page 16 OPERATION 2. Turn the engine, fuel and choke control switch DANGER anti-clockwise to the CHOKE position if starting a cold engine (see Figure 7). To re-start a warm Never use the generator in a location engine, turn the knob to the ON position. that is wet or damp.
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Page 17: Eco Throttle Control
Step 3 above with haste. APPLICATION AND DUTY CYCLE All models within the iGen range of Westinghouse generators are portable, air-cooled, petrol- engine driven, self-contained units designed for independent supply of electrical power. They are ideal as a backup power supply in the event of Figure 9 –... -
Page 18: Connecting Electrical Loads
OPERATION ignition engines and is attributable to the decrease The generator’s total power output measured in in atmospheric pressure (and thus the available air Watts is listed in the Specifications. Two 240-Volt for combustion) as altitude increases. AC power outputs are specified for the generator, namely the running power and the starting power. -
Page 19: 240-Volt Ac Extension Cords
OPERATION 1. Add up the running power demand of all the inserted into a standard domestic 10 A socket. 240-Volt AC devices that will be connected to 4. Extension cords with conductor size of 1.5 mm the generator at one time. This total must not be or 2.5 mm should not exceed 25 m or 40 m greater than the generator’s specified running... -
Page 20: Transporting The Generator
OPERATION Battery Charging by a Mains-Powered TRANSPORTING THE Charger GENERATOR This method is recommended. Using a proper The generator should be stopped and both the fuel mains-powered 12 Volt battery charger will ensure control switch and fuel cap vent should be turned to that the battery is optimally charged and without the OFF position before transporting the generator. -
Page 21: Maintenance
Alternatively, an authorised Westinghouse service dealer can carry out this work for a fee. Table 1: Basic Maintenance Schedule - Owner Performed... -
Page 22: Engine Oil Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Table 2 lists the more complicated maintenance tasks that are best performed by a qualified mechanic using specialised tools. It is recommended to engage an authorised Westinghouse service dealer to carry out this work. Table 2: Advanced Maintenance Schedule - Authorised Westinghouse Service Dealer Performed... -
Page 23: Adding Engine Oil
MAINTENANCE Figure 14 - Removing the Oil Fill Plug Figure 16 – Adding Engine Oil 7. Remove the oil fill plug by unscrewing it anti- Adding Engine Oil clockwise (see Figure 14). Tools required - None. 8. Check oil level: 1. -
Page 24: Air Filter Maintenance
MAINTENANCE 4. Place oil pan or other suitable container under NOTICE the oil fill plug. Do not operate the generator without an air filter 5. With a damp rag, thoroughly clean around the oil element or with a damaged air filter element. fill plug. -
Page 25: Fuel Strainer Maintenance
MAINTENANCE 6. Wash the air filter element in a solution of household detergent and warm water or alternatively in non-flammable solvent. Slowly squeeze the foam in the liquid for a thorough cleaning action. Then remove the foam and squeeze out the liquid. NOTICE NEVER twist or tear the air filter element during cleaning or drying. -
Page 26: Spark Plug Maintenance
G - Centre Electrode spark plug from the cylinder head by unscrewing D - Insulator it anti-clockwise (see Figure 23). Figure 24 – Spark Plug Table 3: Replacement Spark Plug for iGen2600 Spark Plug Make and Model Torch Bosch Denso... -
Page 27: Spark Arrester Maintenance
MAINTENANCE 9. Install the spark plug by following the steps outlined below: a - Carefully insert the spark plug back into the cylinder head. Hand screw the spark plug clockwise until it bottoms out (seats). b - Use a spark plug socket wrench to finish tightening the spark plug. -
Page 28: Cleaning The Generator
MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE GENERATOR The generator should be kept clean and dry at all times to ensure its reliable and safe operation. This must be checked each time before using the generator. Use a damp cloth which has been soaked in a mixture of household detergent and warm water and then wrung out to remove excess liquid. -
Page 29: Long-Term Storage
MAINTENANCE Storage Procedure for 1 – 3 Months NOTICE 1. Clean the generator as outlined in Cleaning the Never dispose of fuel or fuel contaminants by Generator. dumping either of them into a sewer, on the 2. Add a proprietary fuel stabiliser to the fuel ground, or into groundwater or waterways. -
Page 30: Dismantling And Disposal
Dismantling should only be carried out by a mechanically proficient person with access to proper tools or alternatively by your authorised Westinghouse service dealer for a fee. Before dismantling: 1. Stop the generator (see Stopping the Generator). 2. Drain the engine oil (see Changing Engine Oil). -
Page 31: Troubleshooting
11. Check air filter element and clean if necessary. 12. Spark arrester is dirty or 12. Check spark arrester and clean if necessary. blocked. 13. If above possible causes 13. Take generator to an authorised Westinghouse are checked and eliminated, service dealer. generator may be faulty. - Page 32 Stop and re-start engine with ECO no 240-Volt AC output is throttle switch in the OFF position. If unresolved, be faulty. available. take generator to an authorised Westinghouse service dealer. • If overload alarm light is red, • Disconnect all electrical cords and devices from there is an overload or short generator.
- Page 33 If only single load, check running and starting power demands versus generator’s AC output rating. If above possible causes Take generator to an authorised Westinghouse are checked and eliminated, service dealer. generator may be faulty.
- Page 34 Drain fuel and refill with fresh fuel. contaminated. Air filter is dirty or blocked. Check air filter element and clean if necessary. If above possible causes Take generator to an authorised Westinghouse are checked and eliminated, service dealer. generator may be faulty.
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Page 35: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS PARAMETER iGen2600 Type 1-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Overhead Valve, Air Cooled Displacement (cm Max. Speed (rpm) 5,000 Oil Capacity (mL) Low Oil Shutdown Spark Plug Torch E6RTC Fuel Unleaded Petrol Fuel Tank Capacity (L) Fuel Gauge Starting Method Recoil Voltage (V) Frequency (Hz) No. -
Page 36: Wiring Diagram
WIRING DIAGRAM iGen2600 WIRING DIAGRAM... -
Page 37: Warranty
Consumer or Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment (the others without the Company’s prior written approval. “Company”) warrants that its Westinghouse portable To the extent permissible by law and electric generators (the “Goods”) shall be free from... - Page 38 NOTES...
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