Wacker Neuson GV 6600A, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...www wackergroup com Generator GV 6600A OPERATOR S MANUAL 0170814en 003 0108 0 1 7 0 8 1 4 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: ...ns 11 2 6 Safety and Operating Labels 12 3 Operation 15 3 1 Determining Power Requirements 15 3 2 Installation 16 3 3 Installing Spark Arrester 16 3 4 Generator Derating 17 3 5 Grounding the Generator...

Page 4: ...4 2 Periodic Maintenance Schedule 26 4 3 Engine Oil 27 4 4 Servicing Air Cleaner 28 4 5 Spark Plug 29 4 6 Cleaning the Sediment Cup 30 4 7 Storage 31 4 8 Transport 32 4 9 Troubleshooting 33 5 Technica...

Page 5: ...ed 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 on mac...

Page 6: ...s situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE Used without the safety alert symbol NOTICE indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in proper...

Page 7: ...power voltage and frequency requirements may exist and improper connection may lead to equipment damage fire and personal injury or death Familiarity and proper training are required for the safe ope...

Page 8: ...each of children 2 2 13 ALWAYS position and operate the generator on a firm noncombustible level surface 2 2 14 ALWAYS transport the generator in an upright position 2 2 15 ALWAYS keep the machine far...

Page 9: ...u cannot see or smell 2 3 2 NEVER use a generator inside an enclosed area such as a tunnel or a trench 2 3 3 DO NOT smoke while operating the machine 2 3 4 DO NOT smoke when refueling the engine 2 3 5...

Page 10: ...ove 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 tra...

Page 11: ...GV 6600A Safety Information wc_si000209gb fm 11 2 5 Label Locations...

Page 12: ...eling WARNING Hot surface 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 electrocu...

Page 13: ...000209gb fm 13 Open the fuel flow valve Close the choke Turn the engine switch to the ON position Pull the rewind starter Open the choke Open main circuit breaker Turn the engine switch to OFF Close t...

Page 14: ...egulations for small off road engines A nameplate listing the model number item number revision number and serial number is attached to each unit Please record the information found on this plate so i...

Page 15: ...or appliance with questions regarding its power requirements NOTICE If a tool or appliance does not reach full speed within a few seconds when switched on turn it off immediately to avoid damage Appro...

Page 16: ...home or garage EVEN IF doors and windows are open Only use this generator OUTSIDE and far away from windows doors and vents NEVER install a generator in an enclosed area such as a tunnel or a trench...

Page 17: ...e 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 18: ...round source This ground connection must comply with National Electrical Code standards and state and local regulations 3 6 Operating Heavy Loads Limit operations requiring the maximum rated output of...

Page 19: ...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 20: ...anel Ref Description Ref Description a Engine switch f GFI duplex receptacle 125V b Auto idle switch g GFI test button c Twist lock receptacle 125 250V h GFI reset button d Main circuit breaker i Twis...

Page 21: ...does not pop out the GFI is not working Do not operate the generator until the problem can be corrected 3 9 4 Push the RESET button in to restore power to the receptacle If the RESET button pops out d...

Page 22: ...240V position NOTICE NEVER change the position of the VSS when the main breaker is in the ON position This can cause arcing and can damage the generator Turn all tools and appliances off and place the...

Page 23: ...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 24: ...old move the choke lever to the closed position e2 If the engine is hot set the choke to the open position e1 3 14 4 Turn the engine switch to ON b1 3 14 5 Pull the starter rope f Note If the oil leve...

Page 25: ...nd disconnect all tools and appliances attached to the generator 3 15 2 Place main circuit breaker in the OFF position a2 3 15 3 Turn the engine switch to OFF b2 3 15 4 Close fuel valve d2 Note To sto...

Page 26: ...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 Check condition of the...

Page 27: ...f 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 legislation...

Page 28: ...es of low flash point solvents for cleaning the air cleaner A fire or explosion could result To service 4 4 1 Remove the air cleaner cover a Inspect the element b for holes or tears Replace the elemen...

Page 29: ...e 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 4 5 1 Remove the spark plug and inspect it 4 5 2 Replace t...

Page 30: ...Cleaning the Sediment Cup 4 6 1 Turn the fuel valve off 4 6 2 Remove the sediment cup a and the O ring b 4 6 3 Wash both thoroughly in a nonflammable solvent Dry and reinstall them 4 6 4 Turn the fuel...

Page 31: ...ventilated area DO NOT drain the fuel tank in an area with flames or sparks 4 7 3 Loosen the drain screw on the carburetor and drain any remaining fuel from the carburetor 4 7 4 Change the engine oil...

Page 32: ...e engine fuel valve to the OFF position 4 8 2 Position the generator level to prevent fuel from spilling 4 8 3 Secure the generator by tying it down with a suitable rope When transporting the machine...

Page 33: ...ngine are open Fuel tank has fuel Choke lever is in correct position Choke should be closed when starting a cold engine All loads are disconnected from generator Spark plug is in good condition Spark...

Page 34: ...000 Type Single phase self exciting 2 pole field rotating AC voltages available Volts phase 120 240 1 Frequency Hz 60 Power factor cos 1 0 AC receptacles 125V GFI duplex 2 125 250V twist lock 125V twi...

Page 35: ...Spark plug BPR6ES NKG Electrode gap mm in 0 7 0 8 0 028 0 031 Operating speed max rpm 3600 Air cleaner type Oil wetted foam Engine lubrication oil grade SAE 10W30 service class SF or SG Engine oil ca...

Page 36: ...Technical Data GV 6600A wc_td000208gb fm 36 5 3 Electrical Schematic A B 15 16 17 24 18 6 6 5 3 14 1 9 8 19 20 10 11 21 13 12 4 2 22 23 C...

Page 37: ...nding 14 Slip ring 3 Rotor winding 15 Auto idle unit 4 Automatic voltage regulator 16 Voltage selector switch 5 Main circuit breaker 17 Twist lock receptacle 125 250V 6 GFI duplex receptacle 125V 18 A...

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