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Master Hwi3000a, Mgh3000ga, Mgh3000a, Mgh4000d, Mgh4000di, Mgh5000e, Mgh5000ei, Mgh5000eie, Mgh6500aie Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

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PORTABLE GASOLINE
GENERATORS
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
Generator Models: HWI3000A, MGH3000GA, MGH3000A, MGH4000D, MGH4000DI, MGH5000E,
MGH5000EI, MGH5000EIE, and MGH6500AIE
IMPORTANT: Read and understand this manual before operating or servic-
ing generator. Improper use of generator can cause serious injury. Keep this
manual for future reference.

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Summary of Contents for Master Hwi3000a, Mgh3000ga, Mgh3000a, Mgh4000d, Mgh4000di, Mgh5000e, Mgh5000ei, Mgh5000eie, Mgh6500aie

  • Page 1 PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Generator Models: HWI3000A, MGH3000GA, MGH3000A, MGH4000D, MGH4000DI, MGH5000E, MGH5000EI, MGH5000EIE, and MGH6500AIE IMPORTANT: Read and understand this manual before operating or servic- ing generator. Improper use of generator can cause serious injury. Keep this manual for future reference.

  • Page 2: Safety Information

    PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS SAFETY INFORMATION WARNINGS IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual and the engine owner’s manual carefully.Become familiar with this generator before trying to operate or service it. Know its uses, limitations, and any hazards involved. Improper use of generator can cause severe injury or death from explosion, fire, burns, electrical shock, or carbon monoxide poisoning.
  • Page 3 Run Lamp Hour Meter 120/240 Volt Receptacle Circuit Breaker Choke Lever Fuel Valve Lever Starter Grip Engine Engine ON/ OFF Switch Figure 1 - Portable Generator (Model MGH4000D Shown) Provision for Auto-Idle Switch Roll Cage Gas Tank Ground Alternator Oil Dipstick...
  • Page 4 PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS GENERAL INFORMATION Master portable generators are rugged and compact. These generators use brushless alternators for dependable, trouble-free ser- vice. Honda gasoline engines provide long life under heavy use. Honda engines have overhead valves (OHV). This provides high performance with lower fuel consumption.

  • Page 5: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS MODEL HWI3000A Electrical Rated Wattage 2500 Rated Amperage 120 V 20.8 240 V –– Receptacle 120-V Duplex –– 120-V, 20-A Duplex 120-V, 15-A GFCI 120-V Twist-Lock 120/240-V Twist-Lock 120-V Full-Power Switch 120/240-V, 50-A General Honda Engine H.P. Honda Model GX160K1VX Fuel Type Gasoline...

  • Page 6: Generator Features

    PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS GENERATOR FEATURES OIL ALERT SYSTEM The oil alert system protects the engine from low oil damage. This system automatically shuts down the engine and prevents engine restarting if the oil level falls too low. Note: When this happens, the engine switch remains in the ON position.

  • Page 7: Engine Circuit Breaker

    GENERATOR FEATURES Continued 2. If the GFCI receptacle tests okay, restore power by pushing the RESET button back in. The test lamp should work at this time. IMPORTANT: You must press the RESET button firmly and fully. It should lock into place. If the GFCI does not lock into place, do not use receptacle.
  • Page 8 PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS BATTERY (Models MGH5000EIE and MGH6500AIE) WARNING: Battery gives off explosive gases. Keep sparks, flames, and cigarettes away. Do not remove or install battery cables when engine is cranking or running. Only service or use battery in a well-vented area. WARNING: Battery contains sulfuric acid.
  • Page 9 EXTENSION CORDS Only use grounded extension cords. Be sure to use extension cord with proper wire gauge size. See chart below. Recommended Minimum Wire Gauges (AWG) for Extension Cords Ampere AWG for Length of Load Cord in Feet 100' 150' 118683 OWNER’S MANUAL GENERATOR...

  • Page 10: Electrical Load

    PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS DETERMINING ELECTRICAL LOAD FOR GENERATOR You must decide what electrical load your generator can power. Do this before us- ing generator. Use the following four-step method. It will help you select a load that is not too large. Make sure total wattage of all electrical loads does not exceed rated wattage of generator.

  • Page 11: Using Receptacle

    OPERATION GENERAL INFORMATION This generator is not large enough to power your entire home. Do not connect generator to any existing electrical circuits. Plug items directly into generator receptacles. Do not exceed amperage rating of receptacles. Only use grounded cords. DANGER: Use only in well- vented areas.
  • Page 12 PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS OPERATION Continued PRESTART Operate generator on a firm, dry, and clean surface. The surface must be level. Protect generator from heavy dust, sand, dirt, rain, or snow. Do not locate generator near standing water and snow. Make sure area is well-vented.

  • Page 13: High Altitude Operation

    OPERATION Continued Adjusting the Idle Speed IMPORTANT: Adjust the idle speed only: • If the idle speed becomes too high. • If the engine idle speed will not regulate (en- gine idles and speeds up again and again). 1. Turn Auto-Idle switch OFF. Start en- gine.

  • Page 14: Stopping Engine

    PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS OPERATION Continued STOPPING ENGINE IMPORTANT: The engine speed is preset. The throttle is locked in preset position. Do not adjust throttle. Follow the steps below to stop engine. 1. Remove all electrical loads from gen- erator (see Disconnecting Electrical Loads).

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    Engines Gasoline, Honda or visit: www.honda-engines.com or call Honda direct: 1-800-426-7701 TROUBLESHOOTING Note: For additional help, visit DESA International’s technical service web site at www.desatech.com. OBSERVED PROBLEM No voltage when starting generator with no electrical load Voltage is less than normal voltage with no...
  • Page 16 PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS ELECTRICAL COMPONENT SPECIFICATIONS Model HWI3000A, MGH3000GA, MGH3000A MGH4000D, MGH4000DI MGH5000E, MGH5000EI, MGH5000EIE MGH6500AIE * Connect T2 (green) and T3 (black). Measure resistance between T1 (red) and T4 (yellow). Δ Resistance between brown and white leads. † Remove diodes to check resistance. Resistance in Ohms Stator Stator...

  • Page 17: Wiring Diagrams

    WIRING DIAGRAMS Rotor Green Figure 23 - Wiring Diagram, Models HWI3000A, MGH3000GA, and MGH3000A Figure 24 - Wiring Diagram, Models MGH4000D and MGH5000E 118683 Stator Black Circuit Breaker 110/120V Stator White Auxiliary Phase Brown Main Windings Black Yellow OWNER’S MANUAL Receptacle Black 120V/15A...
  • Page 18 PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS WIRING DIAGRAMS Continued • To Solenoid • Figure 25 - Wiring Diagram, Models MGH4000DI, MGH5000EI, and MGH5000EIE • To Solenoid Capacitor White Figure 26 - Wiring Diagram, Model MGH6500AIE White Duplex White Green/Yellow 120/240V 30A Switch Receptacle White Circuit Duplex...
  • Page 19 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST For Model HWI3000A, MGH3000GA, and MGH3000A Alternator Assembly This list contains replaceable parts used in your generator. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 32 of this manual. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 118054-01 Alternator Assembly* 118703-01 End Cover...
  • Page 20 PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST For Models MGH4000D, MGH4000DI, MGH5000E, MGH5000EI, MGH5000EIE, MGH6000D, MGH6000DI, MGH6500AIE Alternator Assembly This list contains replaceable parts used in your generator. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 32 of this manual.
  • Page 21 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST For Model MGH3000GA Alternator Assembly This list contains replaceable parts used in your generator. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 32 of this manual. Note: Fuel tank is available from Engine Mfg. Co. only. 118683 PART NUMBER...
  • Page 22 PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST For Models HWI3000A and MGH3000A Roll Cage This list contains replaceable parts used in your generator. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 32 of this manual. 118683...

  • Page 23: Parts List

    ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST For Models HWI3000A and MGH3000A Roll Cage This list contains replaceable parts used in your generator. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 32 of this manual. PART NUMBER 118916-02 NEC-5C 099853-03 WLE-5 14138002 099853-02...
  • Page 24 PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST For Models MGH4000D, MGH4000DI, MGH5000E, MGH5000EI, MGH5000EIE, and MGH6500AIE Fuel Tank and Roll Cage 118683...
  • Page 25 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST For Models MGH4000D, MGH4000DI, MGH5000E,MGH5000EI, MGH5000EIE, and MGH6500AIE Fuel Tank and Roll Cage MGH4000D MGH4000DI 25954000 099832-01 25978000 HC4-8C 099701-01 19508001 25985005 099743-01 118918-01 103880-01 — NEC-5C — 14138000 099853-02 WLE-5 WLI-3 WP-5C — HC5-14C 099756-01 — —...
  • Page 26 PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST For Solenoid and Control Board Assemblies and Mounting Control Board Assembly and Mounting Solenoid Assembly and Mounting 118683...
  • Page 27 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST For Solenoid and Control Board Assemblies and Mounting This list contains replaceable parts used in your generator. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 32 of this manual. 118683 PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 100105-01 Control Board Assembly 26499000...
  • Page 28 PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST For Models MGH4000D, MGH4000DI, MGH5000E, MGH5000EI, MGH5000EIE, and MGH6500AIE Control Panel This list contains replaceable parts used in your generator. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 32 of this manual. PART NUMBER FOR MODEL MGH5000E MGH4000D...

  • Page 29: Warranty Service

    REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES For original replacement parts and acces- sories, contact your nearest Authorized Dealer orAuthorized Service Center for this product. If they can not supply the part or accessory, contact your nearest Parts Central listed below. Each Authorized Dealer, Au- thorized Service Center, and Parts Central is independently owned and operated.
  • Page 30 PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS NOTES ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ 118683...
  • Page 31 OWNER’S MANUAL NOTES ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ 118683...

  • Page 32: Warranty Information

    fitness for a particular purpose to five years from the date of first purchase, and DESA Specialty Products’™ liability is hereby limited to the purchase price of the product and DESA Specialty Products™...

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