GENERATOR IDENTIFICATION For information and questions, please contact the Customer Service Help Line by calling 800-232- 1195. Certain information will be requested by the Customer Service Representative and to facilitate that, please fill in the information below. Refer to the illustration below for the location of Serial Number. Record generator information in the spaces provided below.
TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERATOR IDENTIFICATION ....................i SERVICE RECORD ......................... i INTRODUCTION ..........................1 SAFETY INFORMATION ......................2 GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES ................... 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................... 5 PACKAGE CONTENTS ......................... 6 GENERATOR COMPONENTS ..................... 7 ASSEMBLY ............................8 GENERATOR PREPARATION ....................11 Using the Generator for the First Time ..................
INTRODUCTION ® Thank You for Purchasing a WEN Product. This manual provides information regarding the safe operation and maintenance of this product. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this manual. ® reserves the right to change this product and specifications at any time without prior notice.
SAFETY INFORMATION Before operating this generator read and observe all warnings, cautions, and instructions on this sheet, on the generator, and in the Owner’s Manual. NOTE: The following safety information is not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Read the entire Owner’s Manual for safety and operating instructions.
GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES For any questions regarding the hazard and safety notices listed in this manual or on the (800) 232-1195 M-F 8-5 CST product, please call before using the generator. DANGER : CARBON MONOXIDE. Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
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WARNING : This generator produces powerful voltage, which can result in electrocution. • ALWAYS ground the generator before using it (see the “Ground the Generator” portion of the “GENERATOR PREPARATION” section). • Generator should only be plugged into electrical devices, either directly or with an extension cord.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual contains important instructions for ® 9000E generator that should be followed during installation and maintenance of the generator. • Generators vibrate in normal use. During and after the use of the generator, inspect the generator as well as extension and power supply cords connected to it for damage resulting from vibration.
PACKAGE CONTENTS Your generator comes with the items listed below. Please check to see that all of the following items are included with your generator. (800) 232-1195 If there are any damaged or missing items, please call M-F 8-5 CST for customer service.
GENERATOR COMPONENTS Please familiarize yourself with the locations and functions of the various components and controls of your generator. (1) Fuel Cap- Access to the fuel tank for (9) 10" Never Flat Wheels- For easy adding fuel. transport. (2) Power Indicator-Green lights that turn (10) 12V Battery on to indicate the output of power to (11) 120 Volt AC Duplex Receptacle- To...
ASSEMBLY In order to best protect the generator while in the package, this product comes with some components disassembled. Please complete the following assembly steps before proceeding to use the generator. For ease of assembly, we recommend attaching the components in the order listed in this manual.
Attach Handles The handles attach to the generator frame on the same side as the recoil starter (Left side when facing control panel). To attach the handles to the generator frame, perform the following steps: 1. Take one handle and line up the holes in the handle bracket with the holes on the generator frame.
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At this point, the generator assembly is complete. Gently remove the generator from the wood block. Figure 3- supporting the generator Only this side toward Axle Figure 4- wheel installation...
GENERATOR PREPARATION Using the Generator for the First Time The following section describes steps necessary to prepare the generator for use. If after (800) reading this section, you are unsure about how to perform any of the steps please call 232-1195 M-F 8-5 CST for customer service.
Step 2- Add Gasoline WARNING: This generator may emit highly flammable and explosive gasoline vapors, which can cause severe burns or even death if ignited. A nearby open flame can lead to explosion even if not directly in contact with gasoline. •...
Step 3- Ground the Generator WARNING: Failure to properly ground the generator can result in electrocution. Ground the generator by tightening the grounding nut against grounding wire (see figure 9). A generally acceptable grounding wire is a No. 12 AWG (American Wire Gauge) stranded copper wire.
Step 4 – Connect the Battery WARNING: Battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas. • Keep battery away from spark, flame, or cigarette. • Do not connect or disconnect battery while generator is running. • Service or use battery only in well ventilated areas. WARNING: Battery contains sulfuric acid.
STARTING THE GENERATOR Before starting the generator, make sure you have read and performed the steps in the “Generator Preparation” section of this manual. If you are unsure about how to perform any (800) 232-1195 M-F 8-5 CST of the steps in this manual please call for customer service.
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Electric Start To start the generator using the electric start function, perform the following steps: 1. Make sure no electrical devices are connected to the generator. Such devices can make it difficult for the engine to start. 2. Check that the generator is properly grounded (see Figure 9, “Ground the Generator”). 3.
Figure 10- Fuel Valve in the “on” position Figure 11- Pull choke out for closed position. Push in for open position. Figure 12- Pulling the start cord SUBSEQUENT STARTING OF THE GENERATOR If this is not the first time using the generator, user should take the following steps to prepare it for operation.
WARNING: This generator may emit highly flammable and explosive gasoline vapors, which can cause severe burns or even death if ignited. A nearby open flame can lead to explosion even if not directly in contact with fuel. • Do not operate near open flame. •...
USING THE GENERATOR WARNING: When this generator is used to supply a building wiring system: Generator must be installed by a qualified electrician and connected to a transfer switch as a separately derived system in accordance with the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70. The generator shall be connected to a transfer switch that switches all conductors other than the equipment grounding conductor.
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When the rated wattage requirement of each electrical device has been determined, add these numbers to find the total rated wattage needed. If this number exceeds the rated wattage of the generator, DO NOT connect all these devices. Select a combination of electrical devices, which has a total rated wattage lower than or equal to the rated wattage of the generator.
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2. Push in the circuit reset buttons to the “ON” position (NOTE: They may be pushed in already). 3. The power indicator lights will light accordingly as the Volt Selector is selected. They light up when the receptacles receive power. In the case of the 240/120 Volt receptacle, both lights MUST light up for 240/120 Volts of power.
SOME NOTES ABOUT POWER CORDS Long or thin cords can drain the power provided to an electrical device by the generator. When using such cords, allow for a slightly higher rated wattage requirement by the electrical device. See Figure 16 for recommended cords based on the power requirement of the electrical device. Device Requirements Max.
STOPPING THE GENERATOR To stop the generator: 1. Turn off all electrical devices prior to unplugging them from the generator. Unplugging running devices can cause damage to the generator. 2. Turn the engine switch to the “OFF” position. 3. Turn the fuel valve to the “OFF” (horizontal) position. WARNING: Allow the generator to cool for several minutes before touching areas that become hot during use.
MAINTENANCE / CARE Proper routine maintenance of your generator will help prolong the life of your machine. Please perform maintenance checks and operations according the schedule in figure 17. If you have questions about any of the maintenance procedures listed in this manual, please call (800) 232-1195 M-F 8-5CST.
Figure 18- Checking the oil Changing/ Adding Oil Change the oil according to the maintenance schedule in figure 17. Change the oil when the engine is warm. This will allow for complete drainage. Change oil more often if operating under heavy load or high ambient temperatures.
Air Cleaner Maintenance Routine maintenance of the air cleaner helps maintain proper air flow to the carburetor. Check that the air cleaner is free of excessive dirt. 1. Unhinge the clasps at the top and bottom of the air cleaner cover (see figure 21). 2.
Spark Plug Maintenance The spark plug is important for proper engine operation. A good spark plug should be intact, free of deposits, and properly gapped. To inspect the spark plug: 1. Pull on the spark plug cap to remove it. 2.
STORAGE / TRANSPORT PROCEDURES CAUTION: Never place any type of storage cover on the generator while it is still hot. If the generator is being stored for short periods of time (30 – 60 days), add stabilized fuel to the fuel tank until full.
SPECIFICATIONS Generator DC Output Rated Voltage 12 Volt Rated Amperage 8.3 A Rated Wattage 100 W AC Output Rated Wattage 7000 W Surge Wattage 9000 W Rated Voltage 240V/120 V Rated Amperage 29 A/58A Rated Frequency 60 Hz Phase Single Dimensions(in): length= 27.4 width= 21.8 height= 21.5 without wheel kit...
TROUBLESHOOTING IMPORTANT: If trouble persists please call our customer help line at (800) 232-1195 M-F 8-5 Central Time. Problem Cause Solution Engine switch is set Engine will not start. to "OFF". Set engine switch to "ON". Fuel valve is turned to "OFF".
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8. Wipe up any spilled fuel and allow excess to evaporate before starting engine. To prevent FIRE, do not start the engine while the smell of fuel hangs in the air. part # Description 56877-E-070-1 Main Jet 3000-6000 feet 56877-E-070-2 Main Jet 6000-8000 feet...
Generators used for commercial or for rental have a warranty period of 90 days from date of original purchase. Please fill out and mail the enclosed warranty card and mail ® it to WEN along with a copy of the receipt. The information is required to process warranty claims.