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Parts Included*
• Generator
• Wheel kit
• Locking 30 Amp plug
• Engine oil
• Two packets of fuel stabilizer
• Owner's manual
• Engine manual
*If any parts are missing or damaged, call 1-800-270-1408.
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Model No. 1646-0 (5,500 Watt AC Generator) Manual No. 189628GS Revision 1 (08/24/2001)
Owner's Manual
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Table of Contents
Safety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Know Your Generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9
Product Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 & 19
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Schematic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Replacement Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-18
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last Page
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Owner’s Manual Parts Included* Table of Contents Safety Rules ........2-3 •... -
Page 2: Safety Rules
WheelHouse™ 5500 Watt Generator EQUIPMENT SAFETY RULES DESCRIPTION This generator set was designed and manufactured for specific applications. Do Not attempt to modify the unit or This generator is an engine–driven, revolving field, use it for any application it was not designed for. If you have alternating current (AC) generator. - Page 3 WheelHouse™ 5500 Watt Generator • The generator produces a very powerful voltage that can • Never operate the generator: cause serious injury or death by electrocution. Never in rain; in any enclosed compartment; when connected touch bare wires or receptacles. Never permit a child or electrical devices overheat;...
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Page 4: Assembly
WheelHouse™ 5500 Watt Generator Your generator requires some assembly and is ready for Add Gasoline use after it has been properly serviced with the recommended oil and fuel. If you have any problems with WARNING! Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never the assembly of your generator, please call the generator fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot.Allow unit helpline at 1-800-270-1408. - Page 5 WheelHouse™ 5500 Watt Generator Turn the vent knob fully clockwise on the fuel gauge to Figure 6 — Plastic Tank Wing Nuts close it (Figure 3). Figure 3 — Vent Knob Vent Knob Lift off the fuel tank by grasping the handle (provided on the tank) with one hand and putting the other hand Turn the fuel shut off valve to the “Off”...
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Page 6: Know Your Generator
WheelHouse™ 5500 Watt Generator KNOW YOUR GENERATOR Read this owner’s manual and safety rules before operating your generator. Compare the illustrations with your generator, to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick Rocker Switch Recoil Starter... -
Page 7: Operation
WheelHouse™ 5500 Watt Generator OPERATING THE Grasp the recoil handle and pull slowly until slight resistance is felt.Then pull rapidly to start engine. GENERATOR Move choke lever to “Run” position a short distance at a time over several seconds in warm weather or minutes in cold weather. - Page 8 WheelHouse™ 5500 Watt Generator RECEPTACLES 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking Receptacle The control panel is equipped with a flip-up panel to keep Use a NEMA L14–30 plug with this receptacle. Connect a the outlets clean and protected. 4–wire cord set rated for 250 Volt AC loads at 30 Amps (or greater) (Figure 12).You can use the same 4–wire cord if 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex you plan to run a 120 Volt load.
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Page 9: Power Management
WheelHouse™ 5500 Watt Generator DON'T OVERLOAD YOUR Plug in and turn on the next load. Again, permit the generator to stabilize. GENERATOR Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each additional load. Never add more loads than the generator capacity.Take special care to consider surge loads in generator capacity, Capacity as described above. -
Page 10: Product Specifications
WheelHouse™ 5500 Watt Generator SPECIFICATIONS Generator Maintenance Maximum Surge Watts ....8,500 watts Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit clean and dry. Operate and store the unit in a clean dry Continuous Wattage Capacity . -
Page 11: Storage
WheelHouse™ 5500 Watt Generator STORAGE Engine Storage See engine owner’s manual for instructions. The generator should be started at least once every seven days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If this cannot Other Storage Tips be done and you must store the unit for more than •... -
Page 12: Notes
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Page 13: Troubleshooting
WheelHouse™ 5500 Watt Generator TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Circuit breaker is open. Reset circuit breaker. Engine is running, but Poor connection or defective cord set. Check and repair. no AC output is Connected device is bad. Connect another device that is in good available. -
Page 14: Schematic
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Page 15: Wiring Diagram
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Page 16: Replacement Parts
WheelHouse™ 5500 Watt Generator EXPLODED VIEW – MAIN UNIT... - Page 17 WheelHouse™ 5500 Watt Generator PARTS LIST – MAIN UNIT Item Part # Qty Description Item Part # Qty Description A189457GS FRAME 41 80270GS VALVE,Tank 70642GS MOUNT,Vibration 45° 42 78299GS BUSHING, Plastic Tank 84346GS PPHMS, M8 - 1.25 x 35 43 189420GS CAP, Fuel Gauge 66365GGS HOUSING, Engine Adapter...
- Page 18 WheelHouse™ 5500 Watt Generator EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST – CONTROL PANEL Item Part # Qty Description 188914GS COVER, Lid, Control Panel 188889GS CONTROL PANEL, Compact 189167GS CLIP, Hinge Pin Retainer 189182GS SPRING, Hinge, Pin 189166GS PIN, Hinge, Cover, Compact 68759GS OUTLET, 120V, 20Amp, Duplex 189165GS...
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Page 19: Notes
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Page 20: Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY FOR PORTABLE GENERATORS GENERAC PORTABLE PRODUCTS, LLC (hereafter referred to as the COMPANY) warrants to the original purchaser that the components in its portable generator will be free from defects in materials or workmanship for the items and period set forth below from the date of original purchase.This warranty does not include the gasoline engine when furnished or attached because such engine is covered solely by the engine manufacturer’s warranty.
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I have a Wheelhouse 5500 emergency generator. It won't start. The spark is good, fuel is clear (no water). I think it is the spring-loaded valve between the fuel shut off valve and the quick disconnect valve. In your diagrams I cannot find a part number for this valve. Can you give me a part number and where I might purchase one?