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DISCLAIMERS: All instructions, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publishing. The illustrations used in this manual are intended as representative reference views only. Moreover, because of our continuous product improvement policy, we may modify information, illustrations or specifications to explain or exemplify a product, service or maintenance improvement.
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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.
ACCESSORIES ..............................10 FEATURES ................................11 MAIN GENERATOR COMPONENTS iGen1200 ....................11 CONTROL PANEL FEATURES iGen1200 ......................12 MAIN GENERATOR COMPONENTS iGen2200 & 2500 ..................13 CONTROL PANEL FEATURES iGen2200 & 2500 ....................14 MAIN GENERATOR COMPONENTS iGen4500 ....................15 CONTROL PANEL FEATURES iGen4500 ......................16 OPERATION ................................18 CONNECTING THE BATTERY iGen4500 ......................18...
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CONTENTS 12 VOLT BATTERY CHARGING ........................27 Battery Charging by Direct Connection ....................27 Battery Charging by a Mains-Powered Charger ..................27 TRANSPORTING THE GENERATOR .......................28 MAINTENANCE ..............................29 MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS ........................29 Maintenance Schedule ..........................29 ENGINE OIL MAINTENANCE ...........................30 Engine Oil Specification ..........................30 Checking Engine Oil ..........................30 Adding Engine Oil ............................31 Changing Engine Oil ..........................31 AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE ..........................32...
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.
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.
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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.
Do not refuel the generator while engine is running. WARNING WARNING Read Unleaded Instruction Petrol Only Manual www.westinghouse.net.au Westinghouse Portable Power N15626 IP23 777 Manor Park Drive Made in PRC Columbus 43228 Ohio USA Figure 1 - Safety Labels...
The generator is heavy; lifting it could cause bodily harm. A – Bottle of SAE 10W-30 Engine Oil (250 ml for iGen1200, 350 ml for iGen2200 & 2500, and 600 ml Avoid cutting on or near staples to for iGen4500) prevent personal injury.
FEA TURES CONTROL PANEL FEATURES iGen1200 Run Time (hours) 1. Output Indicator: The green status light will 6. 12-Volt DC Accessory Socket: Can be used for illuminate whenever the engine is running and 12-Volt DC powered devices up to a maximum there’s AC output available from the generator.
Turning the knob to the higher for maximum electrical starting power. OFF position stops the generator and cuts off the engine’s fuel supply. Figure 6 - iGen2200 & 2500 Control Panel Features...
FEA TURES CONTROL PANEL FEATURES iGen4500 Output Voltage Cumulative Run Time to Output Power Fuel Level (Volts) Run Time (hours) Empty (hours) (kW) (litres) Figure 8 - iGen4500 Control Panel Features 1. 240-Volt AC, 15-Amp Outlets: Each outlet is 5. Data Center: The alphanumeric LED display capable of delivering the generator’s peak shows the cumulative run time, run time to output of 4,500 Watts (i.e.
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FEA TURES 8. Low Oil Alarm: The red warning light will illuminate and the engine will automatically shut down if the oil level becomes too low. Add oil to the correct level before re-starting the engine. 9. Engine Control Switch: When the switch is momentarily depressed and held in the START position, the electric starter motor engages and starts the engine.
OPERA TION CONNECTING THE BATTERY 6. Remove the temporary cable tie on the negative (-) cable and then route the cable towards the iGen4500 negative (-) battery terminal. 7. Pull back the black boot and securely attach WARNING the negative (-) battery cable (black boot) to the negative (-) battery terminal as shown in To avoid electric shock: Figure 11.
OPERA TION BEFORE STARTING THE GENERATOR Location Selection – Before starting the generator, avoid exhaust and location hazards by verifying that: • You have selected a location to operate the generator that is outdoors and well ventilated. • You have selected a location with a level and solid surface on which to place the generator.
OPERA TION Checking and Adding Engine Oil Weather – Never operate your generator outdoors during rain, snow or any combination of weather WARNING conditions that could lead to moisture collecting on, in or around the generator. Internal pressure can build up in the Dry Surface –...
OPERA TION 6. Remove the fuel cap by unscrewing it anti- DANGER clockwise. 7. Slowly add fuel into the fuel tank. Be careful not Never use the generator in a location to overfill the tank. The fuel level should NOT be that is wet or damp.
ON position (see Figure 14). Figure 16 – Recoil Starter Handle Operation Figure 14 – Engine and Fuel Control Switch in the iGen2200 & 2500 Starting ON Position 1. Turn the fuel cap vent to the ON position (see Figure 13).
OPERA TION iGen4500 Electric Starting NOTE: If the engine fails to start after 5 seconds, release the engine control switch. Let the 1. Turn the fuel and choke control switch clockwise generator rest for 15 seconds and then to the CHOKE position if starting a cold engine repeat Step 2.
3. iGen1200: Turn the engine and fuel control switch clockwise to the OFF position. iGen2200 & 2500: Turn the engine, fuel and choke control switch anti-clockwise to the OFF position. iGen4500: Push the engine control switch to the STOP position and then turn the fuel and choke control switch to the OFF position.
OPERA TION CONNECTING ELECTRICAL 12-Volt DC devices or extension cords must be fitted with a cigarette lighter plug for connection to LOADS the generator as shown in Figure 22. The generator can be used to power (a) 240-Volt AC, 50 Hz, single phase, (b) 12-Volt DC accessory or (c) 5-Volt DC USB electrical devices.
OPERA TION The generator’s total power output measured in 1. Add up the running power demand of all the Watts is listed in the Specifications (see page 45). 240-Volt AC devices that will be connected to Two 240-Volt AC power outputs are specified for the generator at one time.
OPERA TION 4. Extension cords with conductor size of 1.5 mm Tools required – 12 V DC, 10 A minimum battery or 2.5 mm should not exceed 25 m or 40 m charging cable with cigarette lighter plug for in length, respectively, for general use in connection to the generator and alligator clips (both accordance with AS/NZS 3199:2007.
OPERA TION Tools required – 240-Volt AC powered 12 V DC If the generator has been operating, allow the unit battery charger. to cool down before loading it onto the transport vehicle. 1. Prepare the battery for charging if it is a user- The iGen4500’s wheels are only intended for ease of maintainable type by removing the vent caps moving the generator around by hand.
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...
MAINTENANCE Figure 31 – Adding Engine Oil Figure 29 - Removing the Oil Fill Plug 9. Continue to add oil until the oil is at the correct 5. Remove oil fill plug by unscrewing it anti- level. See Checking Engine Oil on page 30. clockwise (see Figure 29).
Consult local authorities or filter cover with a rag and place it aside. reclamation facility. iGen2200 & 2500: Remove the air filter cover by undoing the central fixing screw (see Figure 35) AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE to release the cover. Clean the air filter cover with a rag and place it aside.
MAINTENANCE iGen4500: Remove the air filter cover by turning NOTICE the twistlocks anti-clockwise and tipping the cover forwards (see Figure 36). Clean the air Never dispose of the used cleaning solution or filter cover with a rag and place it aside. solvent by dumping it into a sewer, on the ground, into groundwater or into a waterway.
& 4500), 10 mm socket wrench (iGen4500), spark plug socket wrench, spark plug gap tool or feeler gauge, and wire brush. Figure 41 - iGen2200 & 2500 Removing the Spark The spark plug should be checked and cleaned Plug Access Cover after every 100 hours of use or 6 months and then replaced after 250 hours of use or every year.
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• Cracked or chipped insulator; replace the the iGen1200 or 17 Nm (13 lb-ft) for the spark plug. iGen2200, 2500 & 4500. • Excessive wear of the electrodes; replace the c - Replace the spark plug boot, making sure spark plug.
MAINTENANCE SPARK ARRESTER MAINTENANCE Tools required – iGen2200 & 2500: Phillips head screwdriver and wire brush. iGen4500: Phillips head screwdriver, 10 mm socket wrench and wire brush. Check and clean the spark arrester after every 100 hours of use or 6 months.
MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE GENERATOR DANGER The generator should be kept clean and dry at Wet cell batteries produce explosive all times to ensure its reliable and safe operation. hydrogen gas while charging. If ignited, This must be checked each time before using the the hydrogen gas mixture can explode generator.
4. Pour or siphon the contents of the fuel tank into a fuel storage container (see Figure 49). Figure 50 – iGen1200 Draining the Carburettor Figure 49 – Emptying the Fuel Tank Figure 51 – iGen2200 & 2500 Draining the Carburettor...
MAINTENANCE NOTICE Fuel stored for as little as 30 days can go bad, causing gum, varnish and corrosive build-up in fuel lines, fuel passages and the engine. This corrosive build-up restricts the flow of fuel, preventing an engine from starting after a prolonged period of storage.
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 on page 24).
12. Check air filter element and clean if necessary. 13. Spark arrester is dirty or 13. Check spark arrester and clean if necessary. blocked. 14. If above possible causes 14. Take generator to an authorised Westinghouse are checked and eliminated, service dealer. generator may be faulty.
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Faulty battery. Replace battery. or at all (iGen4500). If above possible causes Take generator to an authorized Westinghouse are checked and eliminated, service dealer. generator may be faulty. If output indicator light is Check connected electrical cord(s) or appliance(s) green, 240-Volt AC output as described below.
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Damage caused to the generator by excessive or faulty DC loads is not covered by warranty. If above possible causes Take generator to an authorised Westinghouse are checked and eliminated, service dealer. generator may be faulty. Generator is out of fuel.
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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.
Company’s prior written approval. Glenco Air & Power Pty Ltd (the “Company”) To the extent permissible by law and warrants that its Westinghouse portable electric notwithstanding any other clause in these generators (the “Goods”) shall be free from defects...