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VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH

The 120V/240V selector switch gives the user the ability to 

double the amperage in the generator for more demanding 

applications. The voltage selector switches the dual 120V 

AC windings of the generator to produce 120V or 240V. 

If a 240V appliance is connected to the 4-prong L14-30R 

receptacle, the switch must be in the “240V” position. The 

120V only outlets will not output power when the Voltage 

Selector is in the 240V position.

Only change the Voltage Selector Switch with the 

generator OFF. 

DO NOT 

switch the voltage while the 

generator is running or powering appliances.

BREAK-IN PERIOD

For proper break-in, 

DO NOT

  exceed  50%  of  the  rated 

running  watts  (2650  watts)  during  the  first  five  hours  of 

operation.
Vary the load occasionally to allow stator windings to heat 

and cool and help seat the piston rings. 

BEFORE STARTING THE GENERATOR

Verify that:

•  The generator is placed in a safe, appropriate location. 
• 

The generator is on a dry, flat, and level surface.

• 

The engine is filled with oil.

•  All loads are disconnected.

Fire and explosion hazard. 

DO NOT

 move or tip the 

generator during operation.

STARTING THE ENGINE

1. 

Verify that fuel is in the gas tank. 

2. 

Verify voltage selector switch is in the desired vo

3. 

Turn the fuel selector switch on the control panel to 

gasoline operation. 

4. 

Turn the fuel tank valve to the ON position. 

Note: 

If cold starting, move the choke lever to the ON 

position.  

5. 

Choose the starting method:

a. Push-Button Start: 

Push and hold the engine 

START/STOP switch for two seconds. 

b. Recoil Start:

 Manually close the choke if the engine 

is cold. Firmly grasp and pull the recoil handle slowly 

until you feel increased resistance, then pull rapidly. 

6. 

After starting, allow the engine to run for several seconds 

then move the Choke lever to the fully OFF position. 

STOPPING THE ENGINE

1. 

Turn off and unplug all connected electrical loads. 

IMPORTANT: NEVER

 start or stop the generator with 

electrical devices connected. 

2. 

Let the generator run with no load for several minutes to 

stabilize internal temperatures of the engine. 

3. 

Push the Run/Stop switch to the Stop position. 

Note: 

Alternately, if the generator is used infrequently, turn 

the fuel tank valve to the OFF position to limit the 

residual fuel remaining in the carburetor float bowl. 

The engine will stop when fuel in the carburetor and 

fuel line is exhausted. 

FREQUENCY OF USE

If the generator will be used on an infrequent or intermittent 

basis (more than one month before next use), refer to the 

Storage section of this manual for information regarding 

fuel deterioration. 

AC CIRCUIT BREAKERS

The circuit breakers will automatically switch OFF if there 

is a short circuit or a significant overload of the generator 

at each receptacle.  
If an AC circuit breaker switches OFF automatically, 

check that the appliance is working correctly and it does 

not exceed the rated load capacity of the circuit before 

resetting the AC circuit breaker ON. 

OPERATION

Summary of Contents for WGen5300c

Page 1: ...MANUAL DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE If you have questions or need assistance please call customer service at 855 944 3571 WGen5300c Portable Generator Gasoline 5300 Running Watts 6600 Peak...

Page 2: ...is manual can result in serious injury or death SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION DISCLAIMERS 2 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2 SPECIFICATIONS 3 SAFETY SAFETY DEFINITIONS 4 SAFETY SYMBOLS 4...

Page 3: ...to 104 F 40 C If needed this product can be operated at temperatures ranging from 5 F 15 C 122 F 50 C for short periods If the product is exposed to temperatures outside of this range during storage i...

Page 4: ...could result in death or serious injury 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 generat...

Page 5: ...properly installed and the electrical output has been verified by a qualified electrician The connection must isolate the generator power from utility power and must comply with all applicable laws a...

Page 6: ...en filling the generator with gasoline DO NOT allow the generator s gas tank to overflow when filling Shut down the engine and allow it to cool for two minutes before adding gasoline or oil to the gen...

Page 7: ...Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment LLC 7 SAFETY LABELS SAFETY...

Page 8: ...l battery powered carbon monoxide alarm s in your home Automatic shutoff accompanied with a flashing RED light in the CO Sensor portion of the control panel is an indication that the generator was imp...

Page 9: ...he NEMA 5 20R receptacles to 20 Amps 10 30 Amp AC Circuit Breaker Circuit breaker limits the current that can be delivered through the TT 30R receptacle to 30 Amps 11 Ground Terminal The ground termin...

Page 10: ...R COMPONENTS Oil drain bolt Oil dipstick filler neck Fuel cap Fuel gauge Muffler spark arrestor Carbon canister Carburetor Alternator cover Control panel Recoil Starter Air filter Fuel tank valve Spar...

Page 11: ...y Mounting foot 2 Flange bolt M8 4 Wheel 2 Axle pin 2 Washer 2 Cotter pin 2 If any parts are missing contact our service team at service wpowereq com or call 1 855 944 3571 INSTALL FEET AND WHEELS NOT...

Page 12: ...rd NEVER use a gasoline container gasoline tank or any other fuel item that is broken cut torn or damaged Fire and explosion hazard DO NOT overfill fuel tank Fill only to the red fill ring located in...

Page 13: ...proved gasoline container Make sure the gasoline container is internally clean and in good condition to prevent fuel system contamination 4 Slowly add the recommended fuel DO NOT overfill Fill only to...

Page 14: ...ed area DO NOT place the generator near vents or intakes where exhaust fumes could be drawn into occupied or confined spaces Carefully consider wind and air currents when positioning the generator GRO...

Page 15: ...n Note If cold starting move the choke lever to the ON position 5 Choose the starting method a Push Button Start Push and hold the engine START STOP switch for two seconds b Recoil Start Manually clos...

Page 16: ...s RV Air Conditioner 11 000 BTU 1010 1600 TV Tube Type 300 0 RV Refrigerator 180 600 Radio 200 0 Light 75 Watts 300 0 Coffee Maker 600 0 Totals 2590 1600 Total Running Watts 2590 Highest Starting Watt...

Page 17: ...ord to the generator Use grounded 3 prong extension cords tools and appliances or double insulated tools and appliances Make sure the tool or appliance is in good working order Faulty appliances or po...

Page 18: ...ace air filter if it cannot be adequately cleaned 3 Recommend service to be performed by authorized Westinghouse service dealer MAINTENANCE REMINDERS Maintenance reminder codes will be shown on the Da...

Page 19: ...marks on the dipstick Safe Operating Range L H 5 If low add recommended engine oil incrementally and recheck until the level is between the L and H marks on the dipstick DO NOT overfill If over the H...

Page 20: ...024 0 032 in 0 60 0 80 mm Insulator Side Electrode 7 Carefully install the spark plug finger tight then tighten as additional 3 8 to 1 2 turn with the spark plug wrench 8 Attach the spark plug boot S...

Page 21: ...ilizer significantly increases the storage life of gasoline Full time use of fuel stabilizer is recommended Follow the manufacturer s instructions for use STORAGE TIME RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE Less than...

Page 22: ...OFF position 3 Remove the sediment cup from the fuel valve Remove the o ring and screen Fuel valve Screen O ring Cup 4 Wash the sediment cup o ring and screen in a nonflammable solvent Dry thoroughly...

Page 23: ...ault occurred Relocate generator Contact Westinghouse customer service toll free at 1 855 944 3571 Engine starts then shuts down Out of fuel Refuel Incorrect engine oil level Check engine oil level Di...

Page 24: ...24 Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment LLC EXPLODED VIEWS AND PARTS LIST ENGINE EXPLODED VIEW EXPLODED VIEWS...

Page 25: ...SPARK PLUG 9 CYLINDER HEAD COVER ASSEMBLY 9 1 91329 BOLT M6 16 NO PART DESCRIPTION 9 2 96225 CYLINDER HEAD COVER GASKET 9 3 401102 CYLINDER HEAD INTERNAL COVER 9 4 96226 INTERNAL COVER GASKET 9 5 4011...

Page 26: ...3 FLYWHEEL 15 3 404601 IMPELLER 15 4 90003 NUT M6 16 RECOIL STARTER ASSEMBLY 16 1 91325 BOLT M6 16 16 2 404707 221A STARTER ASSEMBLY 16 2 1 5943 PULL 16 2 2 5942 221 START PULLER 16 3 260801 CABLE CLI...

Page 27: ...Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment LLC 27 GENERATOR EXPLODED VIEW EXPLODED VIEWS...

Page 28: ...ANK CONNECTING PIPE 6 7 94423 FUEL LINE CLAMP 7 CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY 7 1 91327 BOLT M6X12 7 2 714385 CONTROL PANEL 7 2 1 536002 SWITCH NO PART DESCRIPTION 7 2 2 6691 IGNITION SWITCH 7 2 3 6393 INDIC...

Page 29: ...11 10 533302 221 ALTERNATOR TAIL COVER 11 11 91323 BOLT M5X16 11 12 91513 BOLT M5X175 11 13 90009 NUT M5 11 14 532303 052 TAIL BRACKET FIXING PLATE 11 15 94204 SPRING WASHER 12 CO MODULE ASSEMBLY 12...

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