Westinghouse WGen5300DFv User Manual
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USER MANUAL
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Gen5300
DFv
Portable Generator
Gasoline: 5300 Running Watts | 6500 Peak Watts
Propane: 4800 Running Watts | 5800 Peak Watts
121416Rev01

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL Gen5300 Portable Generator Gasoline: 5300 Running Watts | 6500 Peak Watts Propane: 4800 Running Watts | 5800 Peak Watts 121416Rev01...
  • Page 2: Wgen5300Dfv Technical Specifications

    Contact our service team to order altitude kits. FOR YOUR RECORDS: Date of Purchase: Generator Model Number: Purchased from Store/Dealer: Generator Serial Number: HAVE QUESTIONS? Email us at service@wpowereq.com or call 1-855-944-3571 2 | Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC...
  • Page 3: Product Registration

    IMPORTANT: KEEP YOUR PURCHASE RECEIPT TO ENSURE TROUBLE-FREE WARRANTY COVERAGE. PRODUCT REGISTRATION To ensure trouble-free warranty coverage, it is important you register your Westinghouse generator. You can register your generator by either: 1. Filling in the product registration form below and mailing to:...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Installing Wheels and Feet ....11 WGen5300DFv Parts ......31 FEATURES .
  • Page 5: Safety

    NOTE: Indicates a procedure, practice or condition that should be followed in order for the generator to function in the manner intended. Read Manufacturer’s Instructions Read Safety Messages Before Proceeding Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC | 5...
  • Page 6: General Safety Rules

    Never use the generator to power medical support equipment. engine misfires often. Always disconnect tools or Always remove any tools or other service equipment used during appliances from the generator maintenance from the generator before operating. before starting. 6 | Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC...
  • Page 7: Safety Labels And Decals

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  • Page 8 SAFETY SAFETY LABELS AND DECALS 8 | Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC...
  • Page 9: Fuel Safety

    • Make sure the generator and propane tank are on a flat surface before operating. • If there is a propane odor do not start the unit because there may be a potential leak. • Never place propane tank near engine exhaust. Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC | 9...
  • Page 10: Unpacking

    WHEEL KIT ACCESSORIES BOX Open the Wheel Kit Accessories box and verify the contents against the list right. If any parts are missing, please locate an authorized Westinghouse Generator dealer at service@wpowereq.com or call 1-855-944-3571. 10 | Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC...
  • Page 11: Assembly

    Tip the generator onto the side. 3. Install the mounting foot (5) to the frame using M8 flange bolts (2). Figure 1 - Assemble Mounting Feet to Frame Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC | 11...
  • Page 12: Features

    Propane Hook Up: Hook up your propane tank with Oil Drain Bolt: Must be removed to drain the LPG hose provided to this inlet. engine oil. 12 | Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC...
  • Page 13 CARB Canister: Required for models sold into and used in California. Muffler and Spark Arrester: Avoid contact until engine is cooled down. Spark arrestor prevents sparks from exiting the muffler. It must be removed for servicing. Alternator Cover: Gain access to alternator wiring. Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC | 13...
  • Page 14: Control Panel Features

    Volt outlet to 30amps Lifetime Run Hours 20-Amp Circuit Breaker: Each circuit breaker limits the current that can be delivered through Run Hours Since Start the 120 Volt duplex outlets to 20amps. Maintenance Reminders (appear intermittently) 14 | Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC...
  • Page 15: Operation

    • Block cooling vents • Block air intake system Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC | 15...
  • Page 16: Power Cord

    Using Extension Cords Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC assumes no responsibility for the content within this table. The use of this table is the responsibility of the user only. This table is intended for reference only. The results produced by using this table are not guaranteed to be correct or applicable in all situations as the type and construction of cords are highly variable.
  • Page 17: Transfer Switch Connections

    Before starting the generator, always check the level of: • Engine oil The Westinghouse generator is wired with the neutral • Gasoline in the fuel tank bonded to ground. If you are connecting your generator to a panel board transfer switch, a licensed electrician...
  • Page 18: Engine Fluids And Fuel

    3-phase loads to the generator. DO NOT connect 50Hz gasoline. Avoid prolonged breathing of loads to the generator. Let engine stabilize and warm up for a gasoline vapors. few minutes before adding load. 18 | Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC...
  • Page 19: Power Output And Demand

    BREAKING IN THE ENGINE In order to break in the engine properly, run the generator with no load for the first hour. Then after 25 hours of normal operation change the oil. Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC | 19...
  • Page 20: Starting The Generator

    OFF position. . 5. Move the fuel shut off valve to the OFF position (see Figure 15 below). Figure 11 - Choke Lever - ON Figure 15 - Fuel Shut Off - OFF 20 | Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC...
  • Page 21: Stopping The Generator

    This is to remind you to change the oil after the initial 25 hours of run time. It is time to clean the air filter. It is time change/clean the fuel filter, clean the air filter, and change the oil. Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC | 21...
  • Page 22: Maintenance Schedule

    Use or Every Year Engine Oil Check Level Change Change Cooling Features Check/Clean Air Filter Check Clean* Replace Spark Plug Check/Clean Replace Spark Arrestor Check/Clean *Service more frequently if operating in dry and dusty conditions 22 | Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC...
  • Page 23: Inspecting And Cleaning The Spark Arrestor

    MAINTENANCE TABLE 2: MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - AUTHORIZED WESTINGHOUSE SERVICE DEALER PERFORMED After First 25 After 50 Hours After 100 Hour After 300 Hours Before Every Hours or First of Use or Every of Use or Every of Use or Every...
  • Page 24: Engine Oil Maintenance

    5. Remove oil fill plug/dipstick (see Figure 23 below). 8. Continue to add oil until the oil is at the correct level. See Figure 24. 9. Replace the oil fill plug/dipstick. Figure 23 - Oil Fill Plug/Dipstick 24 | Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC...
  • Page 25: Changing Engine Oil

    Always be environmentally responsible. Follow the guidelines of the EPA or other governmental agencies for proper disposal of hazardous materials. Consult local authorities or reclamation facility. Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC | 25...
  • Page 26: Spark Plug Maintenance

    Never apply any side load or move the spark plug laterally when removing the spark plug. Applying a side load or moving the spark plug laterally may crack and damage the spark plug boot. 26 | Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC...
  • Page 27: Checking And Adjusting Valve Lash

    (0.09 ± 0.11 mm) (0.11 ± 0.13 mm) the cooling air inlets and exhaust ports. Bolt Torque 8-12N.m 8-12N.m General Cleaning of the Generator – Use a damp rag to clean all remaining surfaces. Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC | 27...
  • Page 28: Storage

    5. If trying 1-5 above does not solve the 5. Take the generator to your nearest problem, the cause might be the generator authorized service dealer. has a fault. 28 | Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC...
  • Page 29 RPM. 3. If trying 1-3 above does not solve 3. Take the generator to your nearest the problem, the cause might be a authorized service dealer. fault in the generator Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC | 29...
  • Page 30 Move the fuel selector valve to propane. Turn the gasoline fuel valve to off. Start the engine and allow the engine to run until the fuel has been consumed in the carburetor. Begin propane start up procedure. 30 | Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC...
  • Page 31: Parts

    GENERATOR PLUG ADAPTER: 30A 120V 5-20P TO TT-30R 30196A GENERATOR PLUG ADAPTER: 30A 120V 5-20P TO L5-30R 50158A GENERATOR PLUG ADAPTER: 30A 120V L5-30P TO 14-50R Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC | 31 50138A GENERATOR PLUG ADAPTER: 30A 120V TT-30P TO 14-50R...
  • Page 32 SHORT CIRCUITING CONNECTION 544301 FRAME CONNECTION WIRE 94403 FUEL HOSE CLIP Φ7.5 519406 FUEL TANK CAP 518208 OIL SWITCH 96120 PAPER WASHER RING 530324-116 MOVABLE PIPE 94002 TOOTH WASHER Φ6 543601 CARBON COMP 32 | Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC...
  • Page 33 CARBURETOR CABLE 517336 LOW PRESSURE HOSE 599302 LOW PRESSURE HOSE CLAMP 50280035 PRESSURE REDUCING REGULATOR 545308 LPG HOSE REGULATOR 519387 PROTECTIVE CASING 277720 METAL PLUG 260805 99010 SPARK PLUG WRENCH 99504 FUNNEL 99025 WRENCH Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC | 33...
  • Page 34: Wgen5300Dfv Engine Parts

    WGen5300DFv ENGINE VIEW 34 | Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC...
  • Page 35 329930 VALVE LOCK CLAMP 241804 TOP CAP 91022 DOUBLE END BOLT M6*95 91007 DOUBLE END BOLT M8*38 406101 VALVE LIFTER 260901 CYLINDER HEAD LOCATING PIN 91347 BOLT M8*30 GB/T5787-1986 96223 CYLINDER HEAD GASKET Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC | 35...
  • Page 36 BLAST PIPE 240801 Q-SHAPE CABLE CLIP 245601-295 DIPSTICK 404101 SPRING B 407701 SPEED CONTROL BRACKET 95727 FUEL PIPE Φ4×Φ8×135mm CARB、EPA 93012 AXLE BEARING 94435 BLAST PIPE CLIP 517917 LOW PRESSURE HOSE 599302 HOOP 36 | Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC...
  • Page 37: Schematics

    WGen5300DFv SCHEMATIC Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC | 37...
  • Page 40 WestinghouseOutdoorPower.com Service Hotline: (855) 944-3571 777 Manor Park Drive Columbus, OH 43228 & © 2020 Westinghouse Electric Corporation © 2020 Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment. All Rights Reserved.

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