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WL18000VE-03/A
GENERATOR
INSTALLATION & OPERATORS
MANUAL
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MODEL _________________________________________________
SERIAL NUMBER _________________________________________
PURCHASE DATE _________________________________________
DEALER NAME ___________________________________________
DEALER PHONE # ________________________________________
WINCO INC. • 225 S. CORDOVA AVE • LE CENTER, MN 56057 • 507-357-6821
OPM-138/B
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- Page 1 If you should ever need to contact us concerning this unit, it will help us to respond to your needs faster. MODEL _________________________________________________ SERIAL NUMBER _________________________________________ PURCHASE DATE _________________________________________ DEALER NAME ___________________________________________ DEALER PHONE # ________________________________________ WINCO INC. • 225 S. CORDOVA AVE • LE CENTER, MN 56057 • 507-357-6821 OPM-138/B...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
PREPARING THE UNIT “Troubleshooting Tables” near the end of this manual. UNPACKING The warranty listed in the manual describes what you can LUBRICATION expect from WINCO should you need service assistance in OIL RECOMMENDATIONS the future. OIL ALERT SYSTEM GASOLINE... -
Page 3: Safety Information
SAFETY INFORMATION C. Do not smoke or use open flame near the generator set or fuel tank. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS D. Keep a fire extinguisher nearby and know its proper use. Fire extinguishers rated ABC by NFPA are This engine generator set has been designed and appropriate. -
Page 4: Specifications
INTRODUCTION GENERATOR INTENDED USES This engine generator set has been designed primarily for Model WL18000VE-03/A portable heavy duty commercial use. Both 120 volt and 240 Surge Watts 18,000 volt receptacles are provided in the control panel to plug Continuous Watts 15,000 in your loads (lights, portable tools, and small appliances). -
Page 5: Unit Capabilities
1. As you receive your unit, it is critical to check it for any damage. If any damage is noted, it is always easiest to refuse the shipment and let WINCO take care of the STARTING ELECTRIC MOTORS freight claim. If you sign for the unit, the transfer of the... -
Page 6: Oil Recommendations
rienced in s off and if Oil is added to the engine by removing the oil cap and Use of fuels with content of ethanol greater than shown adding oil at this point. After filling the crankcase to the above may cause starting and/or performance problems. Oil is added to the engine by removing the oil fill cap proper level, be sure you properly tighten the oil fill cap (‘C’). -
Page 7: Battery Charging
2. Turn on the fuel supply. Ref “A” OIL ALERT SYSTEM This WINCO Industrial generator is equipped stan- dard with low oil shutdown systems. The Briggs and Stratton engine uses an oil pressure switch system. -
Page 8: Starting Hints
STARTING HINTS All engines have a tendency to slow down when a load is applied. When the electrical load is connected to the generator, the engine is more heavily loaded, and as a 1. COLD WEATHER result, the speed drops slightly. This slight decrease in A. -
Page 9: Connecting The Loads
The engine-generator covered in this manual was designed for portable use. Do NOT operate indoors. The unit should Your WINCO portable generator ships with a bonded be stored in a warm, dry location. Move the unit outdoors neutral. You can safely use this generator without external to a flat, dry location for use. -
Page 10: Yourgen
240 Volt tools. There are two hot leads and a ground wire, but The WINCO YourGen meter allows you to see useful no neutral connection, in the 3-wire 240Volt receptacle. information about your generator from the front panel... - Page 11 Although individual units and models vary slightly, the Hours - normal voltage and frequency of the engine-generator This displays the total running hours of the generator set. described in this manual are approximately as follows, When the generator is turned off, the hours will remain under varying loads: displayed.
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Page 12: Engine Care
ENGINE CARE Alarms - ENGINE CARE e. Inst The display will start blinking and toggle to the first parameter that is out of specification. The panel will remain MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE filte flashing until the fault condition returns to within the acceptable range, see following table. -
Page 13: Dual Element Air Filter
B. Remove the nut (‘D’) and the retainer (‘E’). C. Remove the air filter (‘F’). D. Remove the pre-cleaner (‘G’) from the air filter. E. To loosen debris, gently tap the air filter on a hard surface. If the air filter is excessively dirty replace with a new filter. -
Page 14: Generator Care
GENERATOR CARE TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Proper care and maintenance of the generator is necessary Won’t start Low oil level to ensure a long trouble free life. Fouled spark plug Out of fuel EXERCISING THE GENERATOR Start switch in OFF position Fuel Valve turned off Plugged fuel filter The generator should be operated every three to four... -
Page 15: Control Panel Wiring Diagram
CONTROL PANEL WIRING DIAGRAM OPM-138/B... -
Page 16: Month Limited Warranty
To the extent permitted by law, any and all warranties, including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to 24 months from date of purchase. In no event is WINCO liable for incidental or consequential damages.
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