Westinghouse WGen5300sc, User Manual

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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.

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 voltage 

position

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. Electric Start: 

Push and hold the engine control 

switch in the 

START 

position until the engine starts. 

Once the engine starts, release the engine control 

switch; the switch will automatically move into the 

RUN

 position

START 

RUN 

STOP

Failure to release the engine control switch once the 

engine starts could result in damage to the generator.
Never push the engine control switch to the START 

position while the engine is running. This could damage 

the generator.

Note: 

If the engine fails to start after 5 seconds, release 

the engine control switch. Let the generator sit idle 

for 15 seconds and then repeat electric start above. 

If the cranking speed drops after each unsuccessful 

attempt, then the battery may not be adequately 

charged. Manually start the generator by following 

steps below:

b. Recoil Start:

 Make sure the engine control switch is 

in the 

RUN

 position.

Firmly grasp and pull the recoil 

handle slowly until you feel increased resistance. 

At this point, apply a rapid pull while pulling up and 

slightly away from the generator. 

START 

RUN 

STOP

OPERATION