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To ensure trouble-free warranty coverage, it is important you register your Westinghouse inverter. You can register your inverter by either:
To register your inverter you will need to locate the model number and serial number. The serial number tag is located toward the bottom of the inverter housing on the opposite side of the muffler.
The words DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTICE are used throughout this manual to highlight important information. Be certain that the meanings of these alerts are known to all who work on or near the equipment.
This safety alert symbol appears with most safety statements. It means attention, become alert, your safety is involved! Please read and abide by the message that follows the safety alert symbol.
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
Indicates a situation which can cause damage to the inverter, personal property and/or the environment, or cause the equipment to operate improperly.
NOTE:
Indicates a procedure, practice or condition that should be followed in order for the inverter to function in the manner intended.
California Proposition 65 Warning
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
California Proposition 65 Warning
Certain components in this product and its related accessories contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
DANGER
Never use the inverter in a location that is wet or damp. Never expose the inverter to rain, snow, water spray or standing water while in use. Protect the inverter from all hazardous weather conditions. Moisture or ice can cause a short circuit or other malfunction in the electrical circuit.
Never operate the inverter in an enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide. Only operate the inverter outside and away from windows, doors and vents.
WARNING
Voltage produced by the inverter could result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
Never modify the inverter.
Never operate the inverter if it vibrates at high levels, if engine speed changes greatly or if the engine misfires often.
Always disconnect tools or appliances from the inverter before starting.
WARNING
Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions.
WARNING
Never operate the inverter if powered items overheat, electrical output drops, there is sparking, flames or smoke coming from the inverter, or if the receptacles are damaged.
Never use the inverter to power medical support equipment.
Always remove any tools or other service equipment used during maintenance from the inverter before operating.
The safety labels have specific placement and must be replaced if they are unreadable, damaged or missing. (See Figures 3-4)
CAUTION
Always have assistance when lifting the inverter. The inverter is heavy; lifting it could cause bodily harm.
Avoid cutting on or near staples to prevent personal injury.
Tools required – box cutter or similar device.
Components:
Tool Bag (1)
Screwdriver (1)
Bottle of SAE 15W-40 Oil (1)
Oil Fill Bottle (1)
See Figure 9
See Figure 10
Before starting the inverter, review Safety section.
Location Selection – Before starting the inverter, avoid exhaust and location hazards by verifying:
DANGER
USING A GENERATOR INDOORS CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. GENERATOR EXHAUST CONTAINS CARBON MONOXIDE. THIS IS A POISON YOU CANNOT SEE OR SMELL.
NEVER USE INSIDE A HOME OR GARAGE. EVEN IF DOORS AND WINDOWS ARE OPEN.
ONLY USE OUTSIDE AND FAR AWAY FROM WINDOWS, DOORS, AND VENTS
WARNING
Always operate the inverter on a level surface. Placing the inverter on nonlevel surfaces can cause the inverter to tip over, causing fuel and oil to spill. Spilled fuel can ignite if it comes in contact with an ignition source such as a very hot surface.
NOTICE
Only operate the inverter on a solid, level surface. Operating the inverter on a surface with loose material such as sand or grass clippings can cause debris to be ingested by the inverter that could:
Weather – Never operate your inverter outdoors during rain, snow or any combination of weather conditions that could lead to moisture collecting on, in or around the inverter.
Dry Surface – Always operate the inverter on a dry surface free of any moisture.
No Connected Loads – Make sure the inverter has no connected loads before starting it. To ensure there are no connected loads, unplug any electrical extension cords that are plugged into the control panel receptacles.
NOTICE
Starting the inverter with loads already applied to it could result in damage to any appliance being powered off the inverter during the brief start-up period.
Grounding the Inverter – Consult with your local municipalities for your grounding codes. (See Figure 13)
WARNING
Be sure the inverter is properly connected to earth ground before operating.
Using Extension Cords – Westinghouse Portable Power 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. Always check with local regulations and a licensed electrician prior to installing or connecting an electrical appliance.
Extension Cord Wire Gauge Size
DANGER
Never connect the paralleling cord to the inverters with the inverters running. The inverters must not be running and both the paralleling cord switches must be off when connecting the cords.
WARNING
Do not attempt to parallel the Westinghouse inverter with any other manufacturers' inverters. Do not use the paralleling cord for any application other than inverter paralleling. Do not use this cord on other manufacturers' inverters.
WARNING
Always ensure that both ends of the paralleling cord are switched off before connecting the inverters.
NOTICE
Engine oil must be added when the inverter is on a flat, level surface, or an inaccurate reading may result. Do not overfill. If the engine is overfilled with oil, it can cause serious engine damage.
NOTICE
Do not tilt the inverter to add oil. It must be filled on a flat, level surface.
Before adding/checking engine fluids and fuel, review Safety section.
DANGER
Filling the fuel tank with gasoline while the inverter is running can cause gasoline to leak and come in contact with hot surfaces that can ignite the gasoline.
Before starting the inverter, always check the level of:
Once the inverter is started and the engine gets warm, it is not safe to add gasoline to the fuel tank or engine oil to the engine while the engine is running or the engine and muffler are hot.
WARNING
Internal pressure can build in the engine crankcase while the engine is running. Removing the oil fill plug/ dipstick while the engine is hot can cause extremely hot oil to spray out of the crankcase and can severely burn skin. Allow engine oil to cool for several minutes before removing the oil fill plug/dipstick.
The unit as shipped does not contain oil in the engine. You must add engine oil before starting the inverter for the first time. See Engine Oil Maintenance for instructions on checking engine oil level and the procedure for adding engine oil.
NOTICE
The inverter does not contain engine oil as shipped. Attempting to start the engine without adding engine oil will permanently damage internal engine components.
WARNING
Never refuel the inverter while the engine is running.
Always turn the engine off and allow the inverter to cool before refueling.
Required Gasoline – Only use gasoline that meets the following requirements:
Filling the Fuel Tank – Follow the steps below to fill the fuel tank:
NOTICE
Do not overfill the fuel tank. Spilled fuel will damage some plastic parts.
CAUTION
Avoid prolonged skin contact with gasoline. Avoid prolonged breathing of gasoline vapors.
For proper starting and operation of the inverter, make sure you review the inverter features and their descriptions.
Before starting the inverter, review Safety Section.
Before attempting to start the inverter, verify the following:
DANGER
Never use the inverter in a location that is wet or damp. Never expose the inverter to rain, snow, water spray or standing water while in use. Protect the inverter from all hazardous weather conditions. Moisture or ice can cause a short circuit or other malfunction in the electrical circuit.
Never operate the inverter in an enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide. Only operate the inverter 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 will shut down and will not start until the oil is filled to the proper level.
Be sure the engine has the proper oil level before using. Failure to verify that the engine has the proper oil level could result in engine damage.
Disconnect all loads from the inverter before starting. Failure to verify all loads are disconnected prior to starting the inverter could result in damage to the connected appliances.
NOTE: There are key areas that need to be addressed when starting the inverter. These key areas are highlighted in yellow.
The inverter is equipped with an efficiency mode switch to minimize fuel consumption. In efficiency mode, the inverter will sense the load and adjust the engine RPM to the current load requirements. Efficiency mode should be used only after the inverter has been warmed up to operating temperature.
The inverter will trip the breaker and automatically disconnect from the load when the controls sense a predetermined overload condition. The inverter engine will continue to run, but there will not be any electrical output.
During normal operation, use the following steps to stop your inverter:
If there is an emergency and the inverter must be stopped quickly, move the engine control switch to the OFF position immediately.
Before performing maintenance on the inverter, review Safety section and the following safety messages.
WARNING
Avoid accidentally starting the inverter during maintenance by removing the spark plug boot from the spark plug. For electric start inverters, also disconnect the battery wires from the battery (disconnect the black negative (-) wire first) and place the wires away from the battery posts to avoid arcing.
Allow hot components to cool to the touch prior to performing any maintenance procedure.
Internal pressure can build in the engine crankcase while the engine is running. Removing the oil fill plug/ dipstick while the engine is hot can cause extremely hot oil to spray out of the crankcase and can severely burn skin. Allow engine oil to cool for several minutes before removing the oil fill plug/dipstick.
Always perform maintenance in a wellventilated area. Gasoline fuel and fuel vapors are extremely flammable and can ignite under certain conditions.
CAUTION
Avoid skin contact with engine oil or gasoline. Prolonged skin contact with engine oil or gasoline can be harmful. Frequent and prolonged contact with engine oil may cause skin cancer. Take protective measures and wear protective clothing and equipment. Wash all exposed skin with soap and water.
WARNING
Failure to perform periodic maintenance or not following maintenance procedures can cause the inverter to malfunction and could result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
Periodic maintenance intervals vary depending on inverter operating conditions. Operating the inverter under severe conditions, such as sustained highload, high-temperature, or unusually wet or dusty environments, will require more frequent periodic maintenance. The intervals listed in the maintenance schedule should be treated only as a general guideline.
Following the maintenance schedule is important to keep the inverter in good operating condition. The following is a summary of maintenance items by periodic maintenance intervals.
Table 1: Maintenance Schedule - Owner Performed
Maintenance Item | Before Every Use | After First 20 Hours or First Month of Use | After 50 Hours of Use or Every 3 Months | After 100 Hours of Use or Every 6 Months | After 300 Hours of Use or Every Year |
Engine Oil | Check Level | Change | Change | – | – |
Cooling Features | Check/Clean | – | – | – | – |
Air Filter | Check | – | Clean1 | – | Replace |
Spark Plug | – | – | – | Check/Clean | Replace |
Spark Arrestor | – | – | – | Check/Clean | – |
1 Service more frequently if operating in dry and dusty conditions.
NOTICE
Always maintain proper engine oil level. Failure to maintain proper engine oil level could result in severe damage to the engine and/or shorten the life of the engine.
Always use the specified engine oil. Failure to use the specified engine oil can cause accelerated wear and/or shorten the life of the engine.
Engine oil level should be checked before every use.
NOTICE
Engine oil must always be checked and added when the inverter is on a flat, level surface, or an inaccurate reading may result, causing serious engine damage.
NOTICE
Never dispose of used engine oil by dumping the oil into a sewer, on the ground, or into groundwater or waterways. 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.
The air filter must be cleaned after every 50 hours of use or 3 months (frequency should be increased if inverter is operated in a dusty environment).
NOTICE
NEVER twist or tear the foam air filter element during cleaning or drying. Only apply slow but firm squeezing action.
NOTICE
Never dispose of soap cleaning solution used to clean the air filter by dumping the solution into a sewer, on the ground, or into groundwater or waterways. 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.
NOTICE
Never dispose of fuel by dumping fuel into a sewer, on the ground, or into groundwater or waterways. 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.
The spark plug must be checked and cleaned after every 100 hours of use or 6 months and must be replaced after 300 hours of use or every year.
NOTICE
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.
If the spark plug fails any one of the conditions listed above, replace the plug.
NOTICE
Only use the recommended spark plug (Torch A5RTC or equivalent). See chart below. Using a nonrecommended spark plug could result in damage to the engine.
Recommended Spark Plug Replacement: | |
AutoLite | 4194 |
Denso | 6010 |
NGK | CR4HJB |
Torch | A5RTC |
Check and clean the spark arrestor after every 100 hours of use or 6 months.
CAUTION
Checking and adjusting valve lash must be done when the engine is cold.
Table 2: Standard Valve Lash
Intake | Exhaust |
0.0035 – 0.0043 in. (0.09 – 0.11 mm) | 0.0043 – 0.0051 in. (0.11 – 0.13 mm) |
It is important to inspect and clean the inverter before every use.
Clean All Engine Air Inlet and Outlet Ports – Make sure all engine air inlet and outlet ports are clean of any dirt and debris to ensure the engine does not run hot.
WARNING
Never store an inverter with fuel in the tank indoors or in a poorly ventilated area where the fumes can come in contact with an ignition source such as a:
NOTICE
Gasoline stored for as little as 60 days can go bad, causing gum, varnish and corrosive buildup in fuel lines, fuel passages and the engine. This corrosive buildup restricts the flow of fuel, preventing an engine from starting after a prolonged storage period.
Proper care should be taken to prepare the inverter for any storage.
See Figure 56
WARNING
Before attempting to service or troubleshoot the inverter, the owner or service technician must first read the owner's manual and understand and follow all safety instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in conditions that can lead to voiding of the EPA certification or product warranty, serious personal injury, property damage or even death.
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