Wacker Neuson GS 5.6A, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...www wackergroup com Generator G 5 6A GS 5 6A OPERATOR S MANUAL 0154587en 004 0706 0 1 5 4 5 8 7 E N...

Page 2: ...enclosed areas Deadly levels of carbon monoxide can build up in these areas Using a fan or opening windows and doors does NOT supply enough fresh air ONLY use a generator outside and far away from wi...

Page 3: ...2 Engine 13 4 Operation 14 4 1 Determining Power Requirements 14 4 2 Outdoor Installation 15 4 3 Indoor Installation 15 4 4 Recommended Battery GS 5 6A only 15 4 5 Wheel Kit 16 4 6 Generator Derating...

Page 4: ...ntenance Schedule 27 5 3 Engine Oil 28 5 4 Air Cleaner 29 5 5 Spark Plug 30 5 6 Cleaning the Sediment Cup 31 5 7 Carburetor Adjustment 31 5 8 Auto Idle Speed 32 5 9 Engine Speed 33 5 10 Storage 34 5 1...

Page 5: ...erviced Follow operating instructions carefully If you have questions about operating or servicing this equipment please contact Wacker Corporation The information contained in this manual was based o...

Page 6: ...on which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION Used without the safety alert symbol CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in pro...

Page 7: ...tions contained in both this manual and the engine manual and familiarize yourself with the location and proper use of all controls Inexperienced operators should receive instruction from someone fami...

Page 8: ...ns in the engine owner s manual and the safety guidelines below Failure to follow the warnings and safety guidelines could result in severe injury or death 2 3 1 DO NOT run the machine indoors or in a...

Page 9: ...move the machine and allow the machine to dry before servicing 2 4 5 DO NOT service the machine if your clothing or skin is wet 2 4 6 DO NOT allow untrained personnel to service this equipment Only tr...

Page 10: ...ELECTRICAL CURRENT FROM THE GENERATOR TO BACKFEED INTO UTILITY LINES THIS MAY RESULT IN ELECTROCUTION OF UTILITY WORKERS FIRE OR EXPLOSION CONNECTIONS TO A BUILDING S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MUST BE MADE BY...

Page 11: ...ide operate only in well ventilated area Read the Operator s Manual No sparks flames or burning objects near the machine Shut off the engine before refu eling WARNING Hot surface CAUTION Read and unde...

Page 12: ...NK posi tion Label Meaning IMPROPER CONNECTION OF GENERATOR TO A BUILDING S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CAN ALLOW ELECTRICAL CURRENT FROM THE GENERATOR TO BACKFEED INTO UTILITY LINES THIS MAY RESULT IN ELECTROC...

Page 13: ...it Please record the infor mation found on this plate so it will be available should the nameplate become lost or dam aged When ordering parts or requesting ser vice information you will always be ask...

Page 14: ...50 Type Dual voltage single phase Auto voltage regulator system AC Voltages Available volts phase 120 240 1 Frequency Hz 60 Power Factor 1 0 AC receptacles 120V GFI duplex 120V GFI duplex 120V twist l...

Page 15: ...0 031 Engine Speed full load rpm 3600 100 Engine Speed no load rpm 3700 100 Auto Idle Speed rpm 2200 50 Air Cleaner type Dry type with oil wetted foam pre cleaner Battery type V capacity Size in N A Y...

Page 16: ...tool or appliance with questions regarding its power requirements CAUTION If a tool or appliance does not reach full speed within a few seconds when switched on turn it off immediately to avoid damage...

Page 17: ...t fumes make sure the exhaust piping is large enough to prevent excessive back pressure to the engine Back pressure reduces engine efficiency and may cause the engine to overheat Exhaust gas from the...

Page 18: ...lock washer d and nuts to U bolts Torque nuts to 8 1 Nm 6 ft lbs 4 5 3 Insert caps e on U bolts 4 5 4 Assemble washers f next to retaining clips g 4 5 5 Attach tires h with washers i next to wheels i...

Page 19: ...de also affects the cooling capacity of air the higher the altitude the less dense the air is and thus the lower its ability to transfer heat For every increase in altitude of 500 m 1650 ft above 1000...

Page 20: ...000544 A ground connection a is located on the generator frame For proper operating safety this ground terminal must be connected to a good ground source This ground connection must comply with Nation...

Page 21: ...ss Damaged extension cords can cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury or death DO NOT use worn bare or frayed cords Replace damaged cords immediately Use the chart below as a guide for sel...

Page 22: ...T O 2 4 0 V A C 2 0 A M P C A U T I O N M A I N C O N T R O L S 1 2 0 V A C 2 0 A M P 3 0 A M P 2 0 A M P R E A D A N D U N D E R S T A N D O P E R A T O R S M A N U A L B E F O R E O P E R A T I N G...

Page 23: ...rected To restore power to receptacles push the RESET button in If the RESET button pops out during operation stop the generator and check generator and equipment for defects 4 11 Twist Lock Receptacl...

Page 24: ...dle switch to AUTO The AUTO setting is recommended while the generator is running to minimize fuel consumption To avoid extended engine warm up periods keep switch set to OFF when starting the engine...

Page 25: ...wever only half the rated power 23 amps is available at the 120V duplex receptacles and the other half at the 120V twist lock receptacle Full power is available at the 240V twist lock receptacle CAUTI...

Page 26: ...oil level in engine fuel level condition of air cleaner tightness of external fasteners condition of fuel lines Note The engine is equipped with an oil alert system If the oil level in the engine dro...

Page 27: ...e starts Release the switch after the engine starts CAUTION DO NOT run the starter motor more than 5 seconds at a time or starter motor damage may occur If the engine fails to start release the switch...

Page 28: ...Turn the engine switch to OFF b2 4 18 4 Close the fuel valve d2 Note To stop the engine quickly in an emergency turn or press the engine switch to OFF b2 4 19 Operating Heavy Loads Limit operations re...

Page 29: ...ing After first 20 hrs Every 50 hrs Every 100 hrs Every 300 hrs Check the fuel level Check the engine oil level Inspect the air filter Replace as needed Check external hardware Clean the air cleaner e...

Page 30: ...e interests of environmental protection place a plastic sheet and a container under the machine to collect any liquid that drains off Dispose of this liquid in accordance with environmental protection...

Page 31: ...flash point solvents for cleaning the air cleaner A fire or explosion could result To service 5 4 1 Remove air cleaner cover a Remove both elements and inspect them for holes or tears Replace damaged...

Page 32: ...ng the engine Do not touch the muffler while it is hot Note Refer to the Technical Data for the recommended spark plug type and the electrode gap setting 5 5 1 Remove the spark plug and inspect it 5 5...

Page 33: ...2 Set the pilot screw a two turns out See Note 5 7 3 With the engine idling turn the pilot screw a in or out to the setting that produces the highest rpm 5 7 4 After the pilot screw is adjusted turn t...

Page 34: ...e 5 8 2 Loosen clamping screw b on auto idle magnet bracket 5 8 3 Start engine and set auto idle switch to Auto 5 8 4 Turn magnet pin a in or out to adjust idle speed to 2200 50 rpm Note To avoid exce...

Page 35: ...governor which automatically adjusts to varying loads on the engine to maintain a constant speed of 3000 rpm There is no throttle control To set the engine to the proper speed Turn the speed adjusting...

Page 36: ...l into the cylinder Crank the engine a few turns to distribute the oil to the inside of the cylinder walls 5 10 6 Pull the starter rope slowly until resistance is felt and leave the handle in this pos...

Page 37: ...od condition Spark plug cap is tight Engine oil level is adequate If engine starts but there is no power at receptacles check that Circuit breaker is closed Connector from generator to control panel i...

Page 38: ...r Winding 10 120 240V 30A Kit 5 Auxiliary Stator Winding 11 Electromagnet 6 Choke W B Extra wire included in kit Terminate at 120V 30A receptacle w c _ g r 0 0 0 5 5 6 G W R W B W B W G W 2 G R G Y R...

Page 39: ...Engines D Manual Start Engines Ref Description Ref Description 1 Engine Crank Switch 5 Solenoid 1a OFF 6 Starter 1b RUN 7 Charging Coil 1c START 8 Battery 2 Oil Level Switch 9 Ignition Switch 3 Coil...

Page 40: ...Maintenance G GS 5 6A wc_tx000164gb fm 38 Notes...

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