Westinghouse WGen6000 User Manual

USER MANUAL

WGen6000

Portable Generator

6000 Running Watts | 7500 Peak Watts

WARNING

Operating, servicing and maintaining this equipment can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust,
carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine
except as necessary, service your equipment in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands
frequently when servicing your equipment. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

DISCLAIMERS:

All information, illustrations and specications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of
publishing. The illustrations used in this manual are intended as representative reference views only. Moreover, because
of our continuous product improvement policy, we may modify information, illustrations and/or specications to explain
and/or exemplify a product, service or maintenance improvement. We reserve the right to make any change at any time
without notice. Some images may vary depending upon which model is shown.

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED:

No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form by any means – graphic, electronic or mechanical,
including photocopying, recording, taping or information storage and retrieval systems – without the written permission
of MWE Investments LLC.

DANGER

This manual contains important instructions for operating this generator. For your safety and the
safety of others, be sure to read this manual thoroughly before operating the generator. Failure to
properly follow all instructions and precautions can cause you and others to be seriously hurt or
killed.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Fuel

Model
Number

WGen6000 6000 7500 25/6.6 3600 TCI F7TC 420 66X90 1.10 10W30

Even with a carburetor modication, engine horsepower will decrease about 3.5% for each 300 meter (1,000 foot) increase in altitude. The
eect of altitude on horsepower will be greater if no carburetor modication is made. A decrease in engine horsepower will decrease the
power output of the generator. Contact our service team to order altitude kits.

Running
Watts

Peak
Watts

Tank
Size
(L/G)

FOR YOUR RECORDS:

Date of Purchase:

Generator Model Number:

Purchased from Store/Dealer:

Generator Serial Number:

Rated
Speed
(RPM)

Ignition
Type

NOTICE

Spark
plug

Engine
Disp (cc)

Stroke X
Bore

Oil
Capacity
(L) Oil Type

HAVE QUESTIONS? Email us at [e-mail]
or call 1-855-944-3571

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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:

Product Registration

MWE Investments LLC
777 Manor Park Drive
Columbus, Ohio 43228

2. Registering your product Online at wpowereq.com/register
To register your generator you will need to locate the following information:

WHERE IS MY SERIAL NUMBER?

Part N0.

Numéro de

MWE Investments LLC

Columbus Ohio 43228 USA

MWE Investments LLC

Columbus Ohio 43228 Etats-Unis

pièce

Designed in Columbus , Ohio USA
Con u à columbus , Ohio,tats-Unis

Made i n China/ Fabriqu é en C hine

CSA Master Contract
Number :
Numéro de contrat
principa l de CS A

WESTINGHOUSE PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM

PERSONAL INFORMATION GENERATOR INFORMATION

First Name: _______________________________________ Model Number: _____________________________________

Last Name: _______________________________________ Serial Number: ______________________________________

Street Address: ___________________________________ Date Purchased: ____________________________________

Street Address: ___________________________________ Purchased From: ____________________________________

City, State, ZIP: ____________________________________

Country: __________________________________________

Phone Number: ___________________________________

E-Mail: ___________________________________________

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .................. 2

PRODUCT REGISTRATION ..................... 3

For Your Records: ..........................3

Product Registration .......................3

Product Registration Form ...................3

SAFETY .....................................5

Safety Denitions ..........................5

Safety Symbol Denitions ...................5

General Safety Rules ........................6

Safety Labels and Decals ....................7

UNPACKING .................................9

What Comes in the Box ......................9

Wheel Kit Accessories Box ...................9

ASSEMBLY .................................10

Installing Wheels and Feet ....................10

Installing the Battery ........................11

MAINTENANCE ..............................21

Maintenance Schedule ......................22

Cleaning the Spark Arrestor ...................23

Draining Carburetor .........................23

Engine Oil Maintenance .....................24

Engine Oil Specication ...................24

Checking Engine Oil .....................24

Adding Engine Oil .......................24

Changing Engine Oil .....................25

Air Filter Maintenance .......................25

Cleaning the Air Filter ....................25

Spark Plug Maintenance .....................26

Checking and Adjusting Valve Lash. . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Testing GFCI Outlets ........................27

Battery Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Replacing Battery ........................28

Cleaning the Generator ......................28

FEATURES .................................12

Generator Features .........................12

Control Panel Features .....................14

OPERATION ................................. 15

Before Starting the Generator .................15

Altitude Kit Part Number .....................15

Power Cord ..............................16

Using Extension Cords ...................16

Using Westinghouse Power Cord ...........16

Transfer Switch Connections .................. 17

How to Float the Neutral ...................17

Engine Fluids and Fuel .......................17

Adding Gasoline to the Fuel Tank ...........18

Power Output and Demand ...................19

Starting the Generator ......................20

Stopping the Generator ......................21

Normal Operation .......................21

During an Emergency ....................21

STORAGE ...................................28

TROUBLE SHOOTING .........................29

EXPLODED AND ENGINE VIEWS ................30

WGen6000 Exploded View ...................30

WGen6000 Engine View .....................32

SCHEMATICS ................................ 34

WGen6000 Schematic .......................34

SPECIFICATIONS .............................35

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SAFETY

SAFETY DEFINITIONS

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 alerts 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.

SAFETY SYMBOL DEFINITIONS

Symbol Description

Safety Alert Symbol

Asphyxiation Hazard

Burn Hazard

Burst/Pressure Hazard

Don’t leave tools in the area

Electrical Shock Hazard

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 generator, 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
generator to function in the manner
intended.

Explosion Hazard

Fire Hazard

Lifting Hazard

Pinch-Point Hazard

Read Manufacturer’s Instructions

Read Safety Messages
Before Proceeding

Wear Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE)

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SAFETY

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

Never use the generator in a location that is wet or damp. Never expose the generator to rain, snow, water
spray or standing water while in use. Protect the generator from all hazardous weather conditions. Moisture

or ice can cause a short circuit or other malfunction in the electrical circuit.

Never operate the generator in an enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide. Only operate
the generator outside and away from windows, doors and vents.

Voltage produced by the generator could result in death or serious injury.

• Never operate the generator in rain or a ood plain unless proper precautions are taken to avoid
being subject to rain or a ood.

• Never use worn or damaged extension cords.

• Always have a licensed electrician connect the generator to the utility circuit.

• Never touch an operating generator if the generator is wet or if you have wet hands.

• Never operate the generator in highly conductive areas such as around metal decking or steel works.

• Always use grounded extension cords. Always use three-wire or double-insulated power tools.

• Never touch live terminals or bare wires while the generator is operating.

• Be sure the generator is properly grounded before operating.

DANGER

WARNING

WARNING

Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely ammable and explosive under certain conditions.

• Always refuel the generator outdoors, in a well-ventilated area.

• Never remove the fuel cap with the engine running.

• Never refuel the generator while the engine is running. Always turn engine o and allow the generator
to cool before refueling.

• Only ll fuel tank with gasoline.

• Keep sparks, open ames or other form of ignition (such as match, cigarette, static electric source)

away when refueling.

• Never overll the fuel tank. Leave room for fuel to expand. Overlling the fuel tank can result in a
sudden overow of gasoline and result in spilled gasoline coming in contact with HOT surfaces.
Spilled fuel can ignite. If fuel is spilled on the generator, wipe up any spills immediately. Dispose of
rag properly. Allow area of spilled fuel to dry before operating the generator.

• Wear eye protection while refueling.

• Never use gasoline as a cleaning agent.

• Store any containers containing gasoline in a well-ventilated area, away from any combustibles or
source of ignition.

• Check for fuel leaks after refueling. Never operate the engine if a fuel leak is discovered.

WARNING

Never operate the generator if powered items overheat, electrical
output drops, there is sparking, ames or smoke coming from the

generator, or if the receptacles are damaged.

Never use the generator to power medical support equipment.

Never modify the generator.

Never operate the generator if it
vibrates at high levels, if engine
speed changes greatly or if the
engine misres often.

NOTICE

Always remove any tools or other service equipment used during

maintenance from the generator before operating.

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Always disconnect tools or

appliances from the
generator before starting.

SAFETY

SAFETY LABELS AND DECALS

1

3

4

Part N0.

Numéro de
pièce

MWE Investments LLC

Columbus Ohio 43228 USA

MWE Investments LLC

2

Columbus Ohio 43228 Etats-Unis

Designed in Columbus, Ohio USA
Con u à columbus, Ohio,tats-Unis

Made in China/Fabriqu é en Chine

CSA Master Contract
Number :
Numéro de contrat
principal de CSA

5

1

4

2

MWE Investments LLC

Columbus Ohio 43228 USA

MWE Investments LLC

MWE Investments LLC

Columbus Ohio 43228 USA

Columbus Ohio 43228 Etats-Unis

MWE Investments LLC

Columbus Ohio 43228 Etats-Unis

3

Part N 0.

Numéro de
pièce

Part N 0.

Numéro de
pièc e

Designed in Columbus , Ohio USA
Con u à columbus , Ohio,tats-Unis

Designed i n Columbus , Ohio USA
Con u à columbus , O hio,tats-Unis

4

Made i n China/

Fabriqu é en C hine

Made in China/ Fabriqu é en Chine

CSA Master Contract
Number :
Numéro de contrat
principa l d e CSA

5

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SAFETY

SAFETY LABELS AND DECALS

10

6

5

7

6

7

8

9

8

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UNPACKING

CAUTION

Always have assistance when lifting
the generator. The generator 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.

1. Carefully cut the packing tape on top of the carton.

2. Fold back top aps to reveal the manual.

3. Remove the Wheel Kit Accessories cardboard box.

4. Carefully cut two sides of the carton to
remove the generator.

WHAT COMES IN THE BOX

Manual
Quick Start Guide/Maintenance Schedule

1.1 Liter Bottle of SAE 10W30 Oil (1)

Spark Plug Socket Wrench (1)
Wheel Kit Accessories Box
Funnel (1)

1

4

2

3

Wheel and Feet Kit Hardware

1. Washer (2 used)

2. Flange Bolt M8 x16mm (4 used)

3. Hairpin Cotter Pin (2 used)

4. Wheel Axle Pin (2)

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 [e-mail] or call
1-855-944-3571.

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ASSEMBLY

INSTALLING WHEELS AND FEET

BEFORE ASSEMBLING THE

GENERATOR, REVIEW THE SAFETY
SECTION STARTING ON PAGE 5.

CAUTION

Never lift the generator without
assistance. The generator is heavy

and lifting without assistance could

result in personal injury.

Never use the handles as a lifting point to

support the entire weight of the generator.

Only use the handles to move the
generator by lifting the handles and using
the wheels to move the generator.

Use caution when collapsing the handles.

Hands and ngers could get caught and

pinched.

NOTICE

INSTALLING WHEELS TO FRAME

1. Insert axle pin through washer and wheel.

Figure 2 -Wheel Assembly

2. Install the wheel with axle pin through the axle
bracket on the frame. The eye of the bolt should be

facing toward the inside of the generator.

2

1

Assembling the generator will require lifting the unit on
one side. Make sure all engine oil and fuel are drained

from the unit prior to assembling. Once assembled, the

wheel kit is not intended for on-road use. The wheel kit
is designed for use on this generator only.

INSTALLING FEET TO FRAME

1. Place generator on a at surface.

2. Place a piece of cardboard or other soft material to
tip the generator onto, to protect the frame paint and

prevent the generator from sliding. Tip the generator

onto the side.

3. Install the mounting feet to the frame using the M8

ange bolts included.
1 - Mounting Foot
2 - Flange Bolts M8

1

3

Figure 3 - Assemble Wheel to Frame

3. Install the hairpin cotter through the axle pin to lock it
in place.

1 - Axle Bracket
2 - Hairpin Clip
3 - Axle Pin

4. Repeat previous steps on other wheel.

2

Figure 1 - Assemble Mounting Feet to Frame

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ASSEMBLY

CONNECTING THE BATTERY

WARNING

To avoid electrics shock:

• ALWAYS connect the positive (+)
battery cable (red boot) rst when
connecting battery cables.

• ALWAYS disconnect the negative (-)
battery cable (black boot) rst when
disconnecting battery cables.

• NEVER connect the negative (-)
battery cable (black boot) to the
positive (+) post on the battery.

• NEVER connect the positive (+)
battery cable (red boot) to the
negative (-) post on the battery.

• NEVER touch both battery posts
simultaneously.

• NEVER place a metal tool across
both battery posts.

• ALWAYS use insulated or
nonconducting tools when installing

the battery.

1. Using a screw driver, remove the screw on the red
positive (+) battery lead.

3. Locate the black negative (-) cable attached to the
alternator case, route it to the negative (-) battery
post. See Figure 5 below for location (1) of negative (-)

cable.

1

Figure 5 - Locating Negative (-) Cable

4. Remove the screw on the negative (-) battery post. Pull
back the black boot and securely attach the negative
(-) battery cable (black boot) to the negative (-) battery
post and tighten screw. Replace the black boot so it
protects the cable lug and battery post.

2. Securely tighten the positive (+) battery cable (red
boot) to the positive (+) battery post. Make sure boot
is over battery post.

NOTICE

The electric start generator is equipped with a battery

charging feature. Once the engine is running, a small

charge is supplied to the battery via the battery cables
and will slowly recharge the battery.

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