Westinghouse WGen7500, User Manual

Page 1: ...USER MANUAL WGen7500 Portable Generator 7500 Running Watts 9500 Peak Watts REMOTE START...

Page 2: ...to be seriously hurt or killed Model Number Running Watts Peak Watts Fuel Tank Size L G Rated Speed RPM Ignition Type Spark plug Engine Disp cc Stroke X Bore Oil Capacity L Oil Type THD WGen7500 7500...

Page 3: ...______ Model Number _____________________________________ Last Name _______________________________________ Serial Number ______________________________________ Street Address ________________________...

Page 4: ...Fluids and Fuel 18 Adding Gasoline to the Fuel Tank 18 How to Pair Remote Key Fob 19 Power Output and Demand 19 Starting the Generator 20 Electric Start 20 Manual Start 21 Stopping the Generator 21 N...

Page 5: ...ot avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE Indicates a situation which can cause da...

Page 6: ...Never remove the fuel cap with the engine running Never refuel the generator while the engine is running Always turn engine off and allow the generator to cool before refueling Only fill fuel tank wit...

Page 7: ...Chine CSA Master Contract Number Num ro de contrat principa l de CSA MWE Investments LLC Columbus Ohio 43228 USA Con u columbus Ohio tats Unis MWE Investments LLC Columbus Ohio 43228 Etats Unis Part N...

Page 8: ...8 Westinghouse Portable Power SAFETY SAFETY LABELS AND DECALS 8 9 7 10 8 9 6 6 7 5 10...

Page 9: ...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 Wireless Re...

Page 10: ...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 flat surface 2 Place a piece of cardboard or other s...

Page 11: ...iver remove the screw on the red positive battery lead 2 Securely tighten the positive battery cable red boot to the positive battery post Make sure boot is over battery post ASSEMBLY 3 Locate the bla...

Page 12: ...ts Battery Included for electric start models Oil Fill Plug Dipstick Must be removed to add and check oil Oil Drain Plug Must be removed to drain engine oil FEATURES Never Flat Wheels For easy portabi...

Page 13: ...r models sold into and used in California Muffler and Spark Arrester Avoid contact until engine is cooled down Spark arrestor prevents sparks from exiting the muffler It must be removed for servicing...

Page 14: ...electronics Smart Switch Outlet Connects the Westinghouse ST Switch sold separately to the control panel Ground Terminal The ground terminal is used to ground the generator Push Button Electric Start...

Page 15: ...utput will be reduced approximately 3 5 for every 1000ft of increased altitude from sea level This is a natural occurrence and cannot be adjusted by engine Increased exhaust emissions can also result...

Page 16: ...n the top line of the chart Then select the rated amperage of the generator on the left side of the chart Where the two meet is the size of the conductor required for the application When using the WC...

Page 17: ...intained during the operation of the generator Failure to maintain the proper oil level can result in engine damage OPERATION CONNECTING THE GENERATOR TO A BUILDING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM It is recommended...

Page 18: ...ne is filled with engine oil See Checking Engine Oil on page 24 The generator is situated in a proper location Location Selection on page 15 The generator is on a dry surface Weather and Dry Surface o...

Page 19: ...his total must not be greater than the generator s specified running power output 2 Add up the running power demand again but for the largest motor driven device use the value of its starting power de...

Page 20: ...f using remote start then hold down START on the remote key fob until the generator starts then release see Figure 11 START STOP Figure 11 Push Button Start Remote Start The engine will automatically...

Page 21: ...12 Figure 12 Pull recoil 8 Plug in electric devices STOPPING THE GENERATOR Normal Operation During normal operation use the following steps to stop your generator 1 Remove any connected loads from the...

Page 22: ...tor to malfunction and could result in death or serious injury NOTICE Periodic maintenance intervals vary depending on generator operating conditions Operating the generator under severe conditions su...

Page 23: ...muffler cover 4 Once the cover is removed locate the screw on the tip of the muffler and remove Pull the spark arrestor out of the muffler see Figure 15 Figure 15 Remove spark arrestor 5 If the spark...

Page 24: ...Figure 18 below Figure 18 Oil Fill Plug Dipstick 6 Check oil level When checking the engine oil remove the oil fill plug dipstick and wipe it clean Thread the oil fill plug dipstick all the way back i...

Page 25: ...apply slow but firm squeezing action 6 Rinse in clean water by submerging the air filter elements in fresh water and applying a slow squeezing action CHANGING ENGINE OIL 1 Always operate or maintain t...

Page 26: ...ug boot by firmly pulling the plastic spark plug boot handle directly away from the engine see Figure 23 NOTICE Never apply any side load or move the spark plug laterally when removing the spark plug...

Page 27: ...nths and run for a minimum of 15 minutes or a charger should be plugged into the generator and the generator should be charged overnight Make sure the engine control switch is in the STOP position whe...

Page 28: ...s stuck in the cooling air inlets and exhaust ports General Cleaning of the Generator Use a damp rag to clean all remaining surfaces STORING GENERATOR WARNING Never store a generator with fuel in the...

Page 29: ...tton on the GFCI outlet 6 If trying 1 5 above does not solve the problem the cause might be the generator has a fault 6 Take the generator to your nearest authorized service dealer Engine will not sta...

Page 30: ...load 4 If trying 1 3 above does not solve the problem the cause might be a fault in the generator 4 Take the generator to your nearest authorized service dealer Engine runs erratic does not hold a ste...

Page 31: ...Westinghouse Portable Power 31 WGen7500 SCHEMATIC...

Page 32: ...32 Westinghouse Portable Power WGen7500 EXPLODED VIEW...

Page 33: ...BRACKET 10 180572 ENGINE ASSY 11 130508 PANEL COMP 11 1 130513 A KEY START SWITCH 11 2 130516 SHIP TYPE SWITCH 11 3 130566 2 5MM CHARGING SOCKET 11 4 130503 THREE IN ONE DIGITAL DISPLAY 11 5 190209 AI...

Page 34: ...223 CRANKCASE 2 180593 BALL BEARING 3 180504 OIL SEAL 4 190411 SEAL GOVERNOR ARM SHAFT 5 190410 SHAFT GOVERNOR ARM 6 190409 WASHER GOVERNOR ARM SHAFT 7 190408 PIN LOCK 8 180507 BOLT DRAIN PLUG 9 18050...

Page 35: ...170503 STARTING MOTOR ASSEMBLY 89 180871 ADJUSTER ROCKER ARM 90 160037 AIR FILTER ELEMENT WGen7500 ENGINE VIEW PART NO No Part DESCRIPTION 12 180604 DOWEL PIN CASE COVER 13 190407 PISTON 14 190406 SC...

Page 36: ...Oil Shutdown Automatic Fuel Type Unleaded Gasoline 10 Ethanol or less Fuel Shut Off Manual Fuel Tank Capacity Gallons Liters 6 6 gal 25 L Gasoline Fuel Gauge Yes Choke type Automatic Choke Location Ab...

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