Wen 56360i Instruction Manual page 17

STARTING YOUR GENERATOR
ECO-MODE SWITCH
This generator is equipped with an Eco-Mode Idle Control Switch (Fig. 6 - 1). Engaging the switch automatically ad-
justs the engine to match the load. When the electrical load changes, the generator engine will automatically speed
up and slow down as needed. This reduces fuel consumption and noise levels.
Keep this switch engaged when the power load requirement is less than 1000W. Do not engage the Eco-Mode
Switch when the total load is more than 1000W. The generator engine must run at full speed to supply power for
anything over 1000W.
OIL LEVEL SHUTDOWN
The low oil indication light on the data meter (Fig. 9 - 1) will turn on to remind you that the engine oil level is low and
need to be refilled. The generator is equipped with a low oil pressure shutoff that will automatically stop the engine
when the oil level is too low to protect the unit from damage. The oil level of the engine should be checked before
each start to ensure that the engine crankcase contains sufficient lubricant.
PARALLEL OPERATION
Fig. 9
The parallel connection feature (Fig. 10 - 1) allows you to connect
two WEN generators to increase the total available electrical power.
The "Parallel Connection Kit" can be purchased from wenproducts.
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com.
Follow the instructions included with your WEN parallel connection
kit for proper installation and operation.
ENGINE BREAK-IN PROCEDURE
The procedure below should be followed when you receive your gen-
erator in order to prolong the engine's service life. This procedure
Fig. 10
helps to seat the piston rings properly in the cylinder, and will reduce
overall wear on the engine.
For the first 8 hours of operation, vary the load, but keep it at or be-
low 50% of the generator's rated wattage, if possible. If your genera-
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tor is equipped with an Eco-mode switch (only applicable for certain
inverter generators), engage Eco-mode periodically during the first
8 hours. After the first 8 hours, change the oil, then change it again
after the first 25 hours. You may run the generator at full load af-
ter the 8-hour oil change. Refer to the Recommended Maintenance
Schedule in Table 4 for the full maintenance schedule.
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