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Honeywell HW2000i - Portable Inverter Generator Owner's Manual

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Inverter Generator
Owner's Manual
Guide D'Utilisation
Manual del Propietario
HW1000i
HW2000i

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  • Page 1 Inverter Generator Owner’s Manual Guide D’Utilisation Manual del Propietario HW1000i HW2000i For product inquires or support, please visit www.honeywellgenerators.com or call toll-free at 1-888-HWHELP1 (494-3571). Pour obtenir des renseignements sur les produits ou pour du soutien technique, visitez notre site à l’adresse www.honeywellgenerators.com (en anglais seulement) ou composez notre numéro sans frais 1-888-HWHELP1 (494-3571).
  • Page 2 Northshore Power Systems, LLC © 2009 Northshore Power Systems, LLC 4425 N. Port Washington Rd., Suite 105 Milwaukee, WI 53212-1082 USA The Honeywell Trademark is used under license from TEL 1-888-HWHELP1 (494-3571) Honeywell International Inc. www.honeywellgenerators.com Honeywell International Inc. makes no representations or...

  • Page 3: Product Registration

    PHONE COUNTRY EMAIL CHECK HERE TO RECEIVE ANNUAL MAINTENANCE REMINDERS AND SPECIAL OFFERS FROM HONEYWELL GENERATORS CHECK HERE TO RECEIVE INFORMATION FROM OTHER COMPANIES VIA EMAIL, UNDERSTANDING YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS MAY BE SHARED OR COMBINED WITH INFORMATION FROM OTHER SOURCES...
  • Page 4 3 - DEMOGRAPHIC INFORMATION GENDER: HOUSEHOLD INCOME: MALE LESS THAN $15,000 $100,000 - $124,999 FEMALE $15,000 - $29,999 $125,000 - $149,999 $30,000 - $49,999 $150,000 - $174,999 MARITAL STATUS: $50,000 - $79,999 $175,000 - $199,999 MARRIED $80,000 - $99,999 $200,000 OR OVER SINGLE PRIMARY METHOD OF PURCHASING HOUSEHOLD DATE OF BIRTH:...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES .................... 1 Safety Messages ............................1 Location of Important Labels ........................3 GETTING STARTED ......................5 Package Checklist ............................5 Record Generator Information ........................5 Grounding the Generator ..........................6 Using Generator for Back-up Power ......................6 COMPONENTS .........................
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  • Page 7: Important Safety Rules

    SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES ANYONE using or servicing this generator must read, understand, and follow all safety and operation instructions pro- vided in the product manual. Failure to closely follow these instructions can result in circumstances leading to death, serious injury, and property damage.
  • Page 8 Safety Messages Safety Messages Electric Shock Hazards Medical and Life Support Uses • In case of emergency, call 911 immediately. Generators produce powerful voltage that can cause death or great physical harm. • NEVER use this product to power life support devices or life support appliances.

  • Page 9: Location Of Important Labels

    Location of Important Labels Location of Important Labels Location of Important Labels Your generator has several labels which provide important safety and maintenance information. Samples of these labels are provided below. Should any of these labels become illegible or damaged, call 1-888-HWHELP1 (494-3571) for replacements. FIGURE 1: HW1000i Model Label Locations FIGURE 2: HW2000i Model Label Locations PRODUCT LABEL...
  • Page 10 Location of Important Labels Location of Important Labels CAUTION Air intake located on bottom of inverter. DO NOT BLOCK. ATTENTION Entrée d’air sur le bas de l’inverseur. MAINTENEZ LA ZONE CLAIRE. 101588A CUIDADO El aire entra en el fondo de la unidad.

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED Use the information in this section to get your generator ready for operation. ANYONE using this generator must read, understand, and follow all safety and operation instructions provided in the product manual. Failure to closely follow these instructions can result in circumstances leading to death, serious injury, and property damage.

  • Page 12: Grounding The Generator

    Grounding the Generator Grounding the Generator Grounding the Generator Using Generator for Back-up Power Before connecting to a building’s electrical system, consult Generator must be grounded to prevent electrical your local utility company or a qualified electrician. shock from faulty appliances. Improper connections to a building's electrical system can be deadly.

  • Page 13: Components

    COMPONENTS Use information provided in this section to become familiar with your generator’s components. The information below is provided for reference only. Refer to “OPERATION” on page 11 for instructions on operating generator. Generator is heavy! Obtain assistance to lift the generator to avoid back or other bodily injury. Accessories Oil Drain Pipe Oil Fill Container...

  • Page 14: Front And Back View

    ALWAYS use Honey- Output Indicator Light well DC accessory cables (sold separately) available Illuminates green when the generator is running under nor- from a Honeywell dealer. mal operating conditions. Ground Terminal Oil Alert Indicator Light Connects generator to ground wire for grounding protection.
  • Page 15 Front and Back View Front and Back View HW2000i Model D—Case Feet Engine Control Switch Provides stability to the generator. Turns the engine ON or OFF. E—Recoil Starter Handle Efficiency Mode Switch Starts engine. When Efficiency Mode is ON, the engine speed will automati- F—Back Maintenance Cover cally adjust based on the connected load, resulting in better Provides access to air filter, fuel filter, and oil fill cap.
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  • Page 17: Operation

    OPERATION Generator Location Preparing for Operation When deciding on the location to place your generator, keep in mind the following safety rules: Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is a poi- son you cannot see or smell.

  • Page 18: Starting Generator

    Starting Generator Starting Generator Starting Generator Move the choke to the ON position. NOTE: Place the choke in the OFF position when the HW1000i has a warm engine. Before starting generator, be sure to thoroughly read all information provided in this Owner’s Manual. Set the efficiency mode switch to the OFF position.
  • Page 19 Starting Generator Starting Generator HW2000i Model Only: Depress the primer bulb 3 After starting, confirm the output ready indicator light times to supply fuel to start the engine. is green and stays on. FIGURE 13: Output Ready Indicator Light (HW1000i model) FIGURE 11: Prime Engine Allow the engine to run continuously and warm up NOTE:...

  • Page 20: Ac Operation

    AC Operation AC Operation AC Operation Low Oil Protection The oil alert system is designed to avoid engine damage NOTE: from not enough oil in the crankcase. The oil alert system DC power and AC power can be used at the same time. will stop the engine automatically before the crankcase oil gets below the safety line.

  • Page 21: Powering Appliances

    Powering Appliances Powering Appliances Powering Appliances disconnect appliance(s), wait a few minutes, and then push to reset the circuit breaker. NOTE: • Pay attention to appliance operation: If appliance In this manual, the term “appliance” refers to any electri- begins to operate abnormally, becomes sluggish, or cal device that can be connected to generator for power.
  • Page 22 Appliance Wattage Information Appliance Wattage Information Appliance Typical Running Watts Iron 1000-1800 Microwave Oven 750-1100 Radio, Stereo 70-400 Refrigerator, Frost-free, 16 Cubic Feet* Sump Pump, 1/2 hp* 2150 Sump Pump, 1/3 hp* 2300 Television • 19" 65-110 • 27" • 36"...

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule Periodic maintenance and adjustment are necessary to keep the generator in good operating condition. Perform service and inspection at the intervals shown in the Generator Maintenance Schedule (see Table 3). Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Accidental starting of generator can cause severe injury or Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide.

  • Page 24: Engine Oil

    Engine Oil Engine Oil Engine Oil Remove the oil fill cap. NOTICE Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service life. Non-detergent and 2-stroke engine oils will damage engine and are not recommended. • Be sure to use engine oils specified under “Engine Oil Recommendations.”...

  • Page 25: Changing Engine Oil

    Engine Oil Engine Oil Using a clean cloth, wipe around the drain plug area Changing Engine Oil to remove any dirt and debris. Insert the flexible hose directly into the oil fill hole and Frequent or prolonged contact with engine oil may cause skin fill to the innermost thread of the crankcase.
  • Page 26 Engine Oil Engine Oil Place the oil pan, or other container suitable for hold- ing engine oil, in front of the generator. Generator is heavy! Obtain assistance to lift the generator to avoid back or other bodily injury. Return the unit to the upright position. Remove the oil drain pipe.

  • Page 27: Engine Fuel

    Engine Fuel Engine Fuel Reinstall the oil fill cap until fully tightened, center the Engine Fuel choke, and attach the back maintenance cover. Before each use, fill the fuel tank with recommended fuel. DO NOT OVERFILL. Fuel and fuel vapors are extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions.

  • Page 28: Cleaning Fuel Strainer

    Cleaning Fuel Strainer Cleaning Fuel Strainer Reinstall the fuel cap and fully tighten. Gasoline containing more than 10% Ethanol ethanol by volume may cause start- (ethyl or grain ing or performance problems. Gaso- alcohol) line containing ethanol may be marketed under the name "Gasohol". Gasoline containing methanol must contain co-solvents and corrosion NOTE:...

  • Page 29: Air Filter Maintenance

    Air Filter Maintenance Air Filter Maintenance Air Filter Maintenance NOTICE A dirty air filter will restrict air flow to the carburetor, which may cause poor engine performance or damage. Never run the generator without the air cleaner assembly properly attached. Clean the air cleaner filter every 50 hours of generator operation.

  • Page 30: Cleaning Spark Arrestor Screen

    Cleaning Spark Arrestor Screen (HW2000i Model Only) Cleaning Spark Arrestor Screen (HW2000i Model Only) Squeeze out excess oil. Cleaning Spark Arrestor Screen (HW2000i Model Only) Muffler reaches temperatures that can cause serious burns if touched. NEVER touch hot surfaces. The generator muffler is equipped with a spark arrestor screen, which must be cleaned according to the mainte- FIGURE 37: Excess Oil Removal nance schedule (Table 3).

  • Page 31: Spark Plug Service

    Spark Plug Service Spark Plug Service Spark Plug Service Using the spark plug wrench, loosen and remove the spark plug. To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits. If the engine has been running, the muffler will reach temperatures that could cause severe burns.

  • Page 32: Transporting Generator

    Transporting Generator Transporting Generator Transporting Generator To prepare the generator for long-term storage:. Hot engine or exhaust system can cause serious burns or fires. Cool generator completely before Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and transporting or storing. explosive under certain conditions. Do not leave generator inside vehicle during high temperatures.

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING ANYONE using or servicing the generator must read, understand, and follow all safety and operation instructions pro- vided in the product manual. Failure to closely follow these instructions can result in circumstances leading to death, serious injury, and property damage. Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
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  • Page 35: Specifications And Wiring Diagrams

    SPECIFICATIONS AND WIRING DIAGRAMS Model HW1000i HW2000i DIMENSIONS Length [in / mm] 18.1 / 459.7 21.3 / 541 Height [in / mm] 15.1 / 383.5 20.0 / 508 Width [in / mm] 9.6 / 243.8 11.4 / 289.6 Dry Weight [lb / kg] 30 / 13.6 58 / 26.3 POWER OUTPUT...

  • Page 36: Wiring Diagrams

    WIRING DIAGRAMS WIRING DIAGRAMS WIRING DIAGRAMS HW1000i Model www.honeywellgenerators.com HW1000i / HW2000i Inverter Generator Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 37 WIRING DIAGRAMS WIRING DIAGRAMS HW2000i Model HW1000i / HW2000i Inverter Generator Owner’s Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com...
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  • Page 39: Warranties

    Warranty is also available by keeping and showing your origi- This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may nal receipt from date of purchase to an authorized Honeywell also have other rights which vary from state to state.

  • Page 40: Northshore Power Systems Emissions Control Warranty

    You are responsible to bring your inverter generator to an and workmanship for a period of two years from the date authorized NSP Honeywell generator dealer for repairs as the generator is delivered to the original retail customer. soon as a problem exists. Do not return your generator to place of purchase for service.
  • Page 41 Honeywell Generator Owner's Manual. Any replacement part that is equivalent in per- formance and durability may be used for maintenance or repairs.
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  • Page 43: Index

    INDEX Air Filter Maintenance Appliances changing powering Operation wattage information high altitude preparing for Outlets Breakers Safety Labels Checklist, Generator Contents Spark Arrestor Cleaning Spark Plug Servicing Specifications Damage, Inspecting for Stopping Generator Draining Fuel Storage Recommendations Fuel Transfer Switch cap vent 12, 20 for backup power...
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  • Page 45: Maintenance Parts

    MAINTENANCE PARTS To order maintenance parts, visit www.honeywellgenerators.com or call Customer Hotline at 1-888-HWHELP1 (494- 3571). HW1000i HW2000i Part Name Part Number Part Number 120V Outlet(s) 101582A 101626A Air Filter 101567A 101611A Carburetor Assembly 101579A 101623A Cover, Back Maintenance 101573A 101616A Cover, Top Maintenance 101574A...
  • Page 46 Northshore Power Systems, LLC January 2009 4425 N. Port Washington Rd., Suite 105 2009 Northshore Power Systems, LLC Milwaukee, WI 53212-1082 USA The Honeywell Trademark is used under license TEL 1-888-494-3571 from Honeywell International Inc. Honeywell International Inc. makes no representation www.honeywellgenerators.com...

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