Stopping The Generator; Normal Operation; During An Emergency - Westinghouse WGen12000 User Manual

OPERATION

STOPPING THE GENERATOR

Normal Operation

During normal operation, use the following steps to
stop your generator:
1. Remove any connected loads from the control
panel receptacles.
2. Allow the generator to run at "no load" to reduce
and stabilize engine and alternator temperatures.
3. Position the engine control switch to STOP (see
figure 10).
NOTE If you plan to store the generator after
use, turn the fuel shutoff valve to the OFF
position and allow the fuel to be consumed from
the carburetor.
4. To stop generator remotely hold the OFF button on
the wireless control (see figure 11). The generator
may run for an additional 5 seconds as it goes
through a cool down cycle before shutting off.
5. Turn the fuel shutoff valve to the OFF position.

During an Emergency

If there is an emergency and the generator must be
stopped quickly, position the engine control switch to
the STOP position immediately.
MAINTENANCE
BEFORE PERFORMING MAINTENANCE ON THE GENERATOR, REVIEW THE SAFETY SECTION
STARTING ON PAGE 5, AS WELL AS THE FOLLOWING SAFETY MESSAGES.
WARNING
Avoid accidentally starting the
generator during maintenance by
removing the spark plug boot from
the spark plug. For electric start
generators, also disconnect the
battery cables from the battery
(disconnect the black negative (-)
cable first) and place the cables away
from the battery posts to avoid arcing.
Allow hot components to cool to
the touch prior to performing any
maintenance procedure.
Figure 10 - Engine Control Switch to - STOP
Figure 11 - Remote Stop - Hold Stop Button
WARNING
Internal pressure can build in the
engine crankcase while the engine
is running. Removing the oil fill plug/
dipstick while the engine is hot can
cause extremely hot oil to spray out
of the crankcase and can severely
burn skin. Allow engine oil to cool for
several minutes before removing the
oil fill plug/dipstick.
Always perform maintenance in a well-
ventilated area. Gasoline fuel and fuel
vapors are extremely flammable and
can ignite under certain conditions.
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