Westinghouse WGen12000DF User Manual page 19

OPERATION
Never use the generator in a location that is wet or
damp. Never expose the generator to rain, snow,
water spray or standing water while in use. Protect
the generator from all hazardous weather conditions.
Moisture or ice can cause a short circuit or other
malfunction in the electrical circuit.
Never operate the generator in an enclosed area.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide. Only
operate the generator outside and away from
windows, doors and vents.
NOTICE
The engine is equipped with a low oil shutdown switch. If the oil
level becomes low, the engine may shut down and not start until
the oil is filled to the proper level. Poor oil quality may interfere with
the operation of the low oil shutdown switch.
The owner of the generator is responsible to ensure the proper oil
level is maintained during the operation of the generator. Failure to
maintain the proper oil level can result in engine damage.
NOTICE
When operating on LPG it is common for frost to form on the tank
and regulators. This is not an indication of a problem. The amount
of frost that forms can be affected by the size of the container,
the amount of fuel being used, the humidity of the air and other
operating conditions. In standard use this frost may reduce flow
of gas and lower performance. If frost becomes an issue try
exchanging fuel tanks to allow the first tank to warm up. You can
also temporarily warm the tank up by pouring warm water over the
top of the propane tank.
SWITCHING FUEL SOURCES
BEFORE ADDING GAS TO THE TANK
PLEASE REVIEW FUEL SAFETY
SECTION
The below assumes that the propane fuel line is already
attached to the generator securely and safely.
To switch fuel sources, shut down the generator if it
is running and start on fuel source you desire to use.
If shutting down on propane, close the propane tank
valve and let the carburetor purge the remainder of the
fuel. If shutting down on gasoline, close the gas fuel
valve and let the gas burn out of the carburetor.
NOTICE
Do not switch fuel source while generator is running.
If you do not plan on operating the unit on propane do not leave
the propane tank valve open.
When starting on propane the engine may run rough for a few
seconds while it purges gasoline in the carburetor.
DANGER
PROGRAMMING THE GENERATOR FOR
REMOTE START
NOTICE
The key fob included with the generator should come already paired
with the unit. If it does not you can follow the directions below to
reconnect. If your unit was shipped without a key fob please contact
our customer support team.
Always make sure the area around the generator is
clear of bystanders before using the remote start to
start the generator.
The generator can be started remotely from up to a
maximum of 109 yards (100 M) away using the remote
start key fob with new, fully charged batteries in the
key fob. As the batteries' state of charge in the key fob
reduces, the distance to start the generator will also
reduce.
Before the generator can be started, an initial start-up
procedure must be performed so the generator and the
key fob recognize each other. If the key fob is replaced, you
will need to go through this procedure with the new fob.
1. With the battery connected, turn the engine control
switch to the RUN position. The yellow battery light
will illuminate.
START
1
2
STOP
1 - Start Button | 2 - Stop Button | 3 - Push Button Start
2. Push and hold the red REMOTE PAIRING button
on the side of the control panel until the push button
start (3) on the control panel illuminates red, then let
go (see 12 on page 12 for location of button).
3. Press and hold the STOP (2) button on the remote
start key fob until the red light on the push button
start (3) goes out, then let go.
4. Press and hold the START (1) button on the remote
start key fob until the red light on the push button
start (3) goes out, then let go.
5. Press and hold the REMOTE PAIRING button until
the red light on the push button start (3) goes out.
The generator is now programmed to start remotely.
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