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Wen GN6000 Instruction Manual

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MODEL GN6000
6000W PORTABLE
GENERATOR
Instruction Manual
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IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN's highest standards for dependability,
ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged,
trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use
your tool properly and for its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
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  • Page 1 1-800-232-1195 (M-F 8AM-5PM CST) TECHSUPPORT@WENPRODUCTS.COM IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use your tool properly and for its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS WELCOME Specifications ....................3 Introduction ..................... 4 SAFETY Safety Information ................... 5 Generator Safety Warnings ................6 BEFORE OPERATING Unpacking & Packing List ................9 Know Your Generator ..................10 Assembly & Adjustments ................12 Generator Preparation ..................13 OPERATION &...

  • Page 3: Welcome

    SPECIFICATIONS GENERATOR Rated Wattage 5000 Watts Surge Wattage 6000 Watts AC: 120V / 240V Rated Voltage DC: 12V AC: 40A / 20A Rated Amperage DC: 8.3A Phase Single Frequency 60 Hz Length: 23.2 Inches Product Dimensions Width: 16.9 Inches Height: 17.2 Inches Product Net Weight 119 Pounds ENGINE...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Thanks for purchasing the WEN 6000-Watt Portable Generator. Refer to the illustration below for the location of the serial number on the side of the engine. Record the generator information in the spaces provided below. If as- sistance for information or service is required, please contact customer service by calling 1-800-232-1195, M-F 8-5 CST;...

  • Page 5: Safety

    WEN reserves the right to change this product and specifications at any time without prior notice. At WEN, we are continuously improving our products. If you find that your tool does not exactly match this manual, please visit wenproducts.com for the most up-to-date manual or contact customer service at 1-800-232-1195, M-F 8-5 CST.

  • Page 6: Generator Safety Warnings

    GENERATOR SAFETY WARNINGS DANGER! CARBON MONOXIDE Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO). This is a poison gas you cannot see or smell. If you can smell the generator exhaust, you are breathing CO. But even if you cannot smell the exhaust, you could be breathing CO.
  • Page 7 GENERATOR SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING! Do not let comfort or familiarity with the product replace strict adherence to product safety rules. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. OPERATING ENVIRONMENT 3. If any part of the generator, electrical device or pow- er cord is broken, damaged, or defective, make sure 1.
  • Page 8 GENERATOR SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING! Do not let comfort or familiarity with the product replace strict adherence to product safety rules. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. TO MAXIMIZE THE LIFESPAN OF YOUR GENERATOR: We recommend running your generator at least once a month for 20 to 30 minutes.

  • Page 9: Before Operating

    UNPACKING & PACKING LIST UNPACKING With the help of a friend or trustworthy foe, such as one of your in-laws, carefully remove the generator from the packaging and place it on a sturdy, flat surface. Make sure to take out all contents and accessories. Do not discard the packaging until everything is removed.

  • Page 10: Know Your Generator

    KNOW YOUR GENERATOR TOOL PURPOSE Generators provide you with power when and where you need it most. Refer to the following diagrams to become familiarized with all the parts and controls of your Generator. The components will be referred to later in the manual for assembly and operation instructions.
  • Page 11 KNOW YOUR GENERATOR CONTROL PANEL 1. Engine Switch 6. L14-30R ON / OFF (AC 120V/240V, 30A/15A) 2. 12V DC Outlet 7. Grounding Nut Ground generator to reduce risk of electric shock. 3. Multi-Meter Displays voltage, frequency, total runtime (HHHH), and 8.

  • Page 12: Assembly & Adjustments

    ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS Fig. 1 WARNING! Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according to the instructions. Read through and become familiarized with the following pro- cedures of handling and adjusting your tool. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious per- sonal injury.

  • Page 13: Generator Preparation

    GENERATOR PREPARATION The following section describes the necessary steps to prepare the generator for use. If you are unsure about how to perform any of the steps, please call 1-(800) 232-1195 M-F 8-5 CST for customer service. Failure to perform these steps properly can damage the generator or shorten its life.
  • Page 14 1. Place the generator on a level surface. Make sure the engine is OFF before adding or checking oil. Upper Limit TIP: Your WEN generator is compatible with the WEN 55201 Magnetic Oil Dipstick (not included), available for purchase at wenproducts.com. The dipstick’s in-...
  • Page 15 GENERATOR PREPARATION STEP 2 - ADD / CHECK FUEL WARNING! RISK OF EXPLOSION. HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: This generator may emit highly flammable and explosive gasoline vapors, which can cause severe burns or even death, if ignited. A nearby open flame can lead to explosion even if not directly in contact with gasoline.
  • Page 16 GENERATOR PREPARATION STEP 4 - GROUND THE GENERATOR Fig. 8 To reduce the risk of electric shock and to maximize safety, the genera- tor should be properly grounded. Ground generator by tightening grounding nut (Fig. 8 - 1) on the front control panel against a grounding wire.

  • Page 17: Operation & Maintenance

    STARTING YOUR GENERATOR Before starting the generator, make sure you have read and performed the steps in the “Generator Preparation” section of this manual. If you are unsure about how to perform any of the steps in this manual please call 1-(800) 232-1195 M-F 8-5 CST for customer service.
  • Page 18 STARTING YOUR GENERATOR BEFORE STARTING THE GENERATOR Fig. 9 1. Verify that generator is outside on a dry, level surface with at least two feet of clearance on all sides. 2. To maximize safety, check that the generator is properly grounded (see “Ground the Generator”).

  • Page 19: Using Your Generator

    USING YOUR GENERATOR CALCULATING THE WATTAGE OF YOUR DEVICE(S) Connect electrical devices running on AC current according to their wattage requirements. Calculate the total run- ning wattage and starting wattage of the device(s) you wish to connect, and MAKE SURE that they are within the capacity of your generator and the capacity of each individual outlet.
  • Page 20 USING YOUR GENERATOR CALCULATING THE WATTAGE OF YOUR DEVICE(S) - CONTINUED The chart below serves as a reference for the estimated wattage requirements of common electrical devices. How- ever, do not solely rely on this chart - all electronics and appliances are built differently. Always check the wattage listed on the electrical device before consulting this chart.
  • Page 21 USING YOUR GENERATOR CONNECTING ELECTRICAL DEVICES CAUTION! Become familiar with the functions and capacity of each component on the control panel before connecting electrical devices. Do not overload generator or individual panel receptacles. Do not connect 50 Hz or 3-phase loads to the generator. Follow the steps below to properly connect your device(s) to the generator: 1.
  • Page 22 USING YOUR GENERATOR SOME NOTES ABOUT POWER CORDS Long or thin cords can drain the power provided to an electrical device by the generator. When using such cords, allow for a slightly higher rated wattage requirement by the electrical device. Device Requirements Max.

  • Page 23: Shutting Off Your Generator

    SHUTTING OFF YOUR GENERATOR CAUTION! Unplugging running devices can cause damage to the generator. Never stop the engine with elec- trical devices connected and running. WARNING! Allow the generator to cool down before touching areas that become hot during use. CAUTION: Allowing gasoline to sit in the fuel tank for long periods of time can make it difficult to start the gen- erator in the future.

  • Page 24: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Proper routine maintenance of the generator will help prolong the life of the machine. Please perform maintenance checks and operations according to the schedule in Table 4. CAUTION! Never perform maintenance operations while the generator is running. Before maintaining or servicing the generator, turn OFF the generator, disconnect all devices and allow the generator to cool down.
  • Page 25 MAINTENANCE CHECKING / ADDING OIL Fig. 13 Check the oil level before each use and every 8 hours of opera- tion (refer to page 24, Table 4). The oil capacity of the generator engine is 33.8 fl. oz. (1.0 L). Add oil when the oil level is low. This is a critical step for proper engine starting.
  • Page 26 MAINTENANCE DRAINING THE CARBURETOR Fig. 14 Drain the carburetor after every use and before storing the gen- erator (refer to page 24, Table 4). Draining the carburetor can help prevent build-up and blockages caused by stagnant fuel in- side of the carburetor. 1.
  • Page 27 MAINTENANCE SPARK ARRESTOR MAINTENANCE Fig. 17 Inspect and clean the spark arrestor every 100 hours of opera- Spark Plug Boot Spark Plug Boot tion (refer to page 24, Table 4). The spark arrestor is located outside the muffler, which gets very hot during operation. Al- low the engine to cool completely before servicing the spark arrestor.
  • Page 28 MAINTENANCE DRAINING THE FUEL TANK Fig. 19 Drain and clean the fuel tank each year, or before storing the generator for longer than two months. 1. Prepare an approved gasoline-storage container to collect the drained fuel. Place it near the fuel valve. 2.

  • Page 29: Transportation & Storage

    TRANSPORTATION & STORAGE TRANSPORTING THE GENERATOR To prevent fuel spillage when transporting, be sure to perform the following: 1. Tighten the fuel cap. 2. Flip the engine switch to the OFF position. 3. Drain the fuel tank if possible. Refer to section, “Draining the Fuel Tank.” 4.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING! Stop using the generator immediately if any of the following problems occur or risk serious personal injury. If you have any questions, please contact customer service at 1-800-232-1195 (M-F 8-5 CST), or email techsupport@wenproducts.com. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION 1.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING! Stop using the generator immediately if any of the following problems occur or risk serious personal injury. If you have any questions, please contact customer service at 1-800-232-1195 (M-F 8-5 CST), or email techsupport@wenproducts.com. 1. Turn off and unplug all electrical devices. Wait 5 minutes, then press the circuit breaker 1.

  • Page 32: Wire Diagram

    WIRING DIAGRAM...

  • Page 33: Exploded View & Parts List

    EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST GENERATOR NOTE: Not all parts may be available for purchase.
  • Page 34 Tube A, Carbon Tank 56500-025 Nut, M8 56500-051 Tube B, Carbon Tank 56500-026 Bolt, M8×16 56500-053 Clamp B, Carbon Tank 56500-027 Bolt, M5×14 GN6000-057 Support Base Assembly 56500-028 End Cover GN6000-058 Support Base 56500-029 Bolt, M5×18 Damping Pad, Support 56500-059 GN6000-030 Voltage Regulator...
  • Page 35 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST ENGINE NOTE: Not all parts may be available for purchase.
  • Page 36 56500-1151 Crankshaft Bearing 56500-022 Bolt, M6×12 56500-152 Crankshaft Assembly 56500-119 Shroud 56500-153 Woodruff Key 56500-1120 Shroud Mounting Clasp 56500-155 Camshaft GN6000- Cylinder Head 56500-156 Pin, 8×14mm Spark Plug F6TC (NGK 56500-157 Gasket, Crankcase 56500-123 BP6ES) 56500-158 Crankcase Cover 56500-124 Stud 56500-159 Oil Seal, 25×41.25×6mm...
  • Page 37 56500-186 Cooling Fan 56500-173 Governor Spring 56500-187 Starter Cup Throttle Adjust Bracket 56500-188 Nut, M14×1.5 56500-174 Assembly GN6000- Recoil Starter Assembly Governor Gear Bracket 56500-175 Assembly GN6000- Blower Housing 56500-176 Fuel Hose, 4×10×126mm 56500-177 Clamp, Fuel Hose GN6000- Recoil Starter...

  • Page 38: Warranty Statement

    Contact techsupport@wenproducts.com or 1-800-232-1195 with the following information to make arrangements: your shipping address, phone number, serial number, required part numbers, and proof of purchase. Damaged or defective parts and products may need to be sent to WEN before the replacements can be shipped out.
  • Page 39 NOTES...
  • Page 40 THANKS FOR REMEMBERING V. 2020.07.07...

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