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MODEL 5500
13 HP Generator
Item # 56550

Owner's Manual

DO NOT RETURN
STORE

Questions?
Problems?
Please call our customer
help line:

(888)

315-3080
CT

M-F 8-5

ThaN< you for purchasing
a model 5500 generator.
This manual provides information
regarding
the operation and maintenance
of this product. We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy
of the information
in this manual. Wen Power reserves the right to change this product at any time
without
Please

prior notice.
keep this manual

available

to all users during

the entire life of the generator.
rex'. 03/24/05

MODEL 5500
13 HP Generator
FEATURES
• 5500 Surge

Watt Output

• 5000 Rated Watt Output
• Powerful Enough to Run Essential Appliances
During Power Outages
• 120 and 240 VoltAC

Outputs

• DC Output for Automotive

Battery Charging

• Low OilAutomaticShutoff
• Circuit Breaker for Overload Protection
• 6.5 Gallon Fuel Tank Capacity
• Meets

EPA Emission

Standards

TABLE

OF CONTENTS

GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES ........................................................................
PACKAGE CONTENTS .......................................................................................
GENERATOR COMPONENTS ..............................................................................
PREPARING THE GENERATOR FOR USE ...............................................................
Using the Generator tbr the First Time ...............................................................
Step 1- Add Oil .................................................................................
Step 2- Add Gasoline ..........................................................................
Step 3- Ground the Generator ................................................................
Subsequem Use of the Generator .....................................................................
Step 1- Check the Oil ..........................................................................
Step 2- Check the Gas Level .................................................................
Step 3- Ground the Generator ................................................................
STARTING THE GENERATOR ..............................................................................
USING THE GENERATOR ...................................................................................
AC Usage ................................................................................................
DC Usage ................................................................................................
STOPPING THE GENERATOR ..............................................................................
MAINTENANCE / CARE .....................................................................................
Cleaning the Generator .................................................................................
Checking the Oil ........................................................................................
Changing/Adding
Oil ..................................................................................
Air Cleaner Maintenance ..............................................................................
Fuel Filter Cup Cleaning ..............................................................................
Spark Plug Maintenance ...............................................................................
Emptying the Gas Tank ................................................................................
STORAGE / TRANSPORT PROCEDURES ...............................................................
SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................................................
TROUBLESHOOTING
.........................................................................................
EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST .....................................................................
WIRING DIAGRAM ...........................................................................................
WARRANTY .....................................................................................................

Notice

Engines

Regarding

Emissions

that are certified

to comply

with U.S. EPA emission

(Small Off Road Equipment),
are certified to operate
may include the tbllowing emission control systems:
(TWC) Three-Way
Catalyst (if so equipped).

regulations

for SORE

on regular unleaded
gasoline, and
(EM) Engine Modifications
and

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GENERAL
Please

SAFETY

familiarize

yourself

The safety alert symbol
or WARNING)
in this manual

PROCEDURES
with the lbllowing

symbols

_t, is used with one of the safety

to alert you to hazards.

Please

and words:

words

pay attention

(DANGER,

CAUTION,

to these hazard

notices

both

and on the generator.

DANGER:
Indicates
not followed.

a hazard

that will result

WARNING:
instructions

Indicates
a strong possibility
are not lbllowed.

CAUTION:
instructions

Indicates a possibility
are not followed.

If you have
manual

safety

any questions

or on the product,

of causing

of personal

regarding

please

in serious

injury or death if instructions

serious

call (888)

injury or death if

injury or equipment

the hazard

and safety

315-3080

are

damage

notices

M-F 8-5CT

listed in this

before

using

the

generator.

AlLDANGER:

This generator

produces

poisonous

carbon

monoxide

gas when

running.
This gas is both odorless
and colorless.
Even if you do not see or smell
gas, carbon
monoxide
may still be present.
Breathing
this poison can lead to
headaches,
dizziness,
drowsiness,
and eventually
•
Use outdoors ONLY in non-confined
areas.
•

Keep

several

feet of clearance

on all sides

death.
to allow proper

ventilation

of the

generator.
A WARNING:
State

of California

The

exhaust

from

to cause

cancer,

this product
birth

defects,

contains
or other

chemicals

known

reproductive

to the

harm.

WARNING: This generator may emit highly flammable and explosive gasoline
vapors, which can cause severe burns or even death. A nearby open flame can lead
to explosion even if not directly in contact with gas.
• Do not operate near open flame.
• Do not smoke near generator.
• Always operate on a finn, level surface.
• Always turn generator off before refueling. Allow generator to cool for at least 2
minutes betbre removing fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in
tank.
•

Do not overfill gas tank. Gas may expand during operation.
of the tank.

Do not fill to the top

•
•
•

Always check for spilled gas before operating.
Empty gasoline tank before storing or transporting the generator..
Betbre transporting, turn fuel valve to off and disconnect spark plug.

WARNING:
electrocution.
•

•

This generator

ALWAYS

ground

Generator"
section).

portion

Generator

should

produces

the generator

powerful

betbre

of the "PREPARING
only be plugged

using

voltage,

which

can result

it (see the "Grounding

THE GENERATOR

into electrical

devices,

the

FOR USE"

either

directly

or with

an extension
cord. NEVER connect to a building electrical system without a
qualified electrician.
Such connections
must comply with local electrical
laws
and codes. Failure to comply can create
iniury or death to utility workers.
•

Use a ground
metal decking
cords.

fault circuit

interrupter

or steel work.

GFCIs

•

Do not use in rainy or wet conditions.

•

Do not touch

bare wires

•

Do not allow

children

or receptacles

or non-qualified

a backfeed,

(GFCI)

which

in highly

are available

lrlay result

conductive

in-line

in serious

areas such as

with solne extension

(outlets).
persons

to operate.

A WARNING: This generator produces heat when running.
Temperatures
near
exhaust can exceed 150° F (65 ° C).
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Pay attention to warning labels on tire generator
denoting hot parts of tire machine.
• Allow generator to cool several minutes after use before touching engine or areas
which heat during use.
CAUTION: Misuse of this generator can damage it or shorten its life.
• Use generator only for its intended purposes.
• Operate only on dry, level surfaces.
• Allow generator to run for several minutes betbre connecting electrical devices.
• Shut off and disconnect any malfunctioning devices t}oln generator.
• Do not exceed the Wattage capacity of tire generator by plugging in more
electrical devices than tire unit can handle (see "PRECAUTIONSOVERLOADING THE GENERATOR").
• Do not turn on electrical devices umil after they are connected to the generator.
• Turn off all connected electrical devices betbre stopping the generator.

In addition
hazard

to the above safety

markings

Stop generator
- Check

notices,

on the generator.

before

for spilled

refueling

fuel,

Do not operate near open flame,

IMPORTANT_
BEFORE STARTING::
_, Mak_ s_e _tt

is p_ope_ly

9tour_ed,
2. Gh_ck {hat ¢r_N_

3. Turn _

N _r_lu_

NI d_vCceg

please

familiarize

yourself

with the safety

and

PACKAGE

CONTENTS

Your generator comes with the items listed below.
tbllowing items are included with your generator.

If you are missing
315-3080

components

M-F 8-5 CT for customer

DO NOT

Please

RETURN

check

to see that all of the

TO STORE,

please

call (888)

service.

ITEM LIST

..................
AC plug tbr connecting

240 Volt electrical

devices

G
PLUG WRENCH

Spark plug wrench

HANDLE BAR

Flat Head

Screwdriver

Set

connecting
batteries.

Plug tbr
devices

DC
12

connector
Volt

connecting

wires

t_r

automotive-type

240Volt

electrical

GENERATOR

COMPONENTS

Please familiarize
yourself with the locations
and controls of your generator.
7

and functions

of the various

components

2
t2

!4
4

(1) Choke Rod- Adjusts the amount of air let into
the engine.
(2) Air cleaner- a removable, cleanable, sponge-like
element that limits the amount of dirt pulled into the
engine.
(3) Fuel valve- Allows fuel to enter engine.
(4) Fuel Filter Cup- Traps dirt and water fi:om fuel
before it enters the engine.
(5) Recoil Starter- Pull-cord l_r starting engine.
(6) Oil Fill and Dipstick- Location l_r checking and
filling engine oil.
(7) Fuel Gauge- Indicates the amount of fuel in the
tank.
(8) Fuel (apfuel.
(9) Engine

Access to the fuel tank for adding

Switch-

Used to start/stop

engine.

(10) Volt Meter- Provides reading of voltage output.
(11) Circuit Breakers- Reset switches that protects the
generator I?oln electrical overload.
(12) 120 Volt AC Receptacles- Use to connect
electrical devices that run 120 Volt, 60 Hz, single phase,
AC current.
(13) Ground Terminal- Connect grounding wires here
to properly ground unit.
(14) Protector-AC output protection when over current.
(15) 12 Volt DC Terminal- Use I_r charging 12 Volt
automotive-type batteries only.
(16) Voltage switch- Use to switch between 120 and
240 voltage.
(17) 240 Volt AC Receptacle- Use to connect electrical
devices that run 240 Volt, 60 Hz, single phase, AC
current.
(18) Muffler- Reduces engine noise.
(19) Spark plug- Provides proper engine ignition.

PREPARING
Usin_

THE

the Generator

The following

for first-time

use.

to perform

FOR

USE

for the First Time

section

describes

If after reading

any of the steps please
Failure

GENERATOR

call (888)

these

steps you
this" section,
315-3080

steps properly

If you are using the generator
prepare it for operation:

must follow
you
M-F

can damage

to prepare

are unsure
8-5

your generator

about

how to perform

CT for customer

your generator

service.

or shorten

its" life.

for the first time, there are a few steps you must take to

Step 1- Add oil
The generator requires engine oil to operate properly.
The generator,
when new [_Oln the
package, contains 17o oil in the crankcase.
You must add the proper amount ofoil before
operating the generator for the first time. This amount, which is equal to the oil capacity
of the engine crankcase,
is 37 fluid oz.
For general use, we recommend
SAE 10W/30 oil to fill the engine crankcase.
To add oil, tbllow

these steps:

1.
2.

Make sure the generator is on a level surface.
Unscrew the oil filler/dipstick
cap t_Oln the engine

Using a funnel, add 37 fluid ounces ofoil into the crankcase.
You will know the
crankcase
is full when the oil level has reached the lower lip of the opening you

as shown

in figure

have just poured the oil into (see figure 2).
Replace oil filler cap.

OH, FiLLiP HO[ _!_
Figure

1- Unscrewing

OiL FiLLEI;_'OAFs'

Oi_ FILLER CAP
the oil cap

Figure

2- Adding

oil

Step 2- Add

Gasoline

_1_WARNING:

Gasoline

and gas fumes

are highly

•

Do not fill tank near an open flame.

•

Do not overfill.

Always

check

flammable.

for fuel spills.

To ensure that the generator runs Slnoothly use only FRESH, UNLEADED
AN OCTANE
RATING
OF 87 OR HIGHER.
To add gasoline:

GAS WITH

1.
2.

Make sure the generator is on a level surface.
Unscrew gas cap and set aside (NOTE: the gas cap may be tight and hard to
unscrew).

Slowly add unleaded gasoline to the fuel tank. The capacity of the gas tank is 6.5
gallons. Be careful not to overfill. The fuel gauge on the top of the generator
indicates how much gasoline is in the generator
Do not fill the gas tank to the very top.

Replace

fuel cap and wipe up any spilled

gas tank.

gasoline

NOTE:

Gas can expand.

with a dry cloth.

IMPORTANT:
•
•
•
•

Never use an oil/gasoline mixture.
Never use old gas.
Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel taN<.
Gas can age in the tank and make it hard to start up the generator in the future.
Never store generator tbr extended periods of time with fuel in the tank.

Step 3- Ground
_i_ WARNING:

the Generator
Failure

to properly

ground

the generator

can result

in electrocution.

Ground the generator by tightening the grounding nut against a grounding wire (see
figure 3). A generally acceptable grounding wire is a No. 12 AWG (American Wire
Gauge) stranded copper wire. This grounding wire should be connected at the other end
to a copper or brass grounding rod that is driven into the earth.
Grounding
grounding

codes can vary by location.
regulations

Please

contact

a local electrician

for your area.

Figure 3- Attaching the Grounding Wire to the Generator
11

to check

the

Subsequent

Use of the Generator

If this is not your first time using the generator
prepare it tbr operation.
IMPORTANT:
At this point you should
in the first portion
of this section entitled
If you have

not yet read

Step 1- Check

the Oil

The generator

is equipped

this section,

there are still steps you should

take to

be familiar
with the procedures
described
"Using the Generator
for the First Time."

go back

with an automatic

and read

shutoffto

it now.

protect

it froln damage

clue to low

oil. Nonetheless,
you should check the oil level of the engine before each use to ensure
that the engine crankcase
has a sufficient alnount. To check the oil level:
1.
2.
3.

Make sure the generator is on a level surface.
Unscrew the oil filler/dipstick
cap.
With a dry cloth, wipe the oil offofthe
stick on the inside of the cap.

Insert the dipstick as if you were replacing
the cap and then remove again. There
should now be oil on the stick. If there is no oil on the stick, or oil only at the

very end of the stick, you should add oil until the engine
"Adding Oil" portion of the "Maintenance"
section).
Be sure to replace cap when finished checking oil.

crankcase

is filled

NOTE: The oil capacity tbr your generator can be found in the "Specifications"
of this manual
Step 2 - Check

the Gas Level

Betbre

the generator,

starting

check

to see that there

is sufficient

gasoline

(see

section

in the gas tank.

The fuel gauge on top of the generator will indicate the gas level in the tank. Add gas if
necessary
according to the steps in the "Adding Gasoline"
portion of the "Maintenance"
section.
dk WARNING:

Gasoline

and gasoline

fumes

•

Do not fill tank near an open flame.

•

Always

•

Do not overfill
your

allow engine

generator).

(check

to cool for several
the "Specifications"

Always

check

are highly
minutes

flammable.
before

section

refueling.

for the tank capacity

for fuel spills.

IMPORTANT:
•
•
•
•
•

Use only UNLEADED gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher.
Do not use old gas.
Never use an oil/gasoline mixture.
Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank.
Never store generator tbr extended periods of time with fuel in the tank.

Step 3- Ground
A WARNING:
Ground

the Generator
Failure

the generator

to properly

by tightening

ground

the generator

the grounding

can result

nut against

in electrocution.

a grounding

wire (see

figure 3). A generally acceptable
grounding wire is a No. 12 AWG (American
Wire
Gauge) stranded copper wire. This grounding
wire should be connected
at the other end
to a copper

or brass grounding

Grounding

codes can vary by location.

grounding

regulations

STARTING

Before

THE

starting

rod that is driven
Please

the generator,
for

make sure you

how to pelform

any of the steps in this" manual

A CAUTION:
to start.

a local electrician

to check

the

GENERATOR

the Generator

customer

contact

for your area.

the "Preparing

CT for

into the earth.

Use" section

have

read and performed

of this manual.
please

the steps

If you are unsure

call (888)

315-3080

about

M-F 8-5

service.
Disconnect

all electrical

loads

from

To start your generator,
pertbrln the tbllowing
steps:
1. Make sure no electrical devices are connected

the generator

before

to the generator.

attempting

Such devices

can

make it difficult for the engine to start.
Check that the generator is properly grounded
above).

3.
4.

Turn the fuel valve to the "on" position (see figure 4).
Pull the choke rod to the "closed" position (see figure 5).

5.
6.

Set the engine switch to the "on" position.
Pull on the recoil starter handle slowly until a slight resistance
is felt (see figure 6).
Then pull quickly to start the engine. Return cord gently into the machine.
Never

allow the cord to snap back.
If engine thils to start, repeat

step 4. NOTE:

(see "Ground

After repeated

the Generator"

attempts

engine, please consult the troubleshooting
guide betbre attempting
problelns persist please call (888) 315-3080
M-F 8-5 CT.

to start the
again.

Once the engine has started and run tbr about a minute, move the choke rod about
halfway
towards the "open" position.
Wait another 30 seconds and then move
the choke rod all the way to the "open" position.

Allow the generator
electrical devices.

to run tbr several

minutes

before

attempting

to connect

any

CHOKE

OFF

ROD
OPEN

CLOSED
Figure 4- Fuel Valve in the "on"

Figure 5- (hoke

position

rod positions

Figure 6- Pulling the start cord

USING
Once
devices

THE GENERATOR

you have allowed

the engine

to run for several

minutes,

you may connect

electrical

to the generator.

AC Usage
You may connect
requirements.
The rated
continuous

electrical

The chart

wattage
basis.

devices

minting

in figure 9 shows

corresponds

on AC current

according

the rated and surge wattage

to the maximum

wattage

the generator

to their wattage
of your generator.
can output

on a

The sm2qe wattage corresponds
to the maximum amount of power the generator can
output for a short period of time. Many electrical devices such as refrigerators
require
short bursts of extra power, in addition the rated wattage listed by the device, to stop and
start their motors. The surge wattage ability of the generator covers this extra power
requirement.

I Model5500
Number

Rated(Runnin_t)
5000 Watta_te

Sur_te
Watta_te
5500

Figure 7- generator wattage by model number.
The total running

wattage

requirement

of the electrical

devices

connected

to the generator

should not exceed the rated wattage of the generator itself: To calculate the total wattage
requirement
of the electrical devices you wish to connect, find the rated (or running)

wattageof eachdevice.Thisnumbershouldbelistedsomewhere
on thedeviceor in its
instructionmanual.If youcannotfind this wattage,you maycalculateit by multiplying
the Voltagerequirementby the Amperagedrawn:
Watts= Volts x Amperes
If thesespecificationsarenot availableyoumayestimatetheWattsrequiredby your
deviceby usingthe chartin figure8.
Onceyouhavefoundthe ratedwattagerequirementof eachelectricaldevice,addthese
numbersto find thetotal ratedwattageyou wishto drawfrom thegenerator.If this
numberexceedstheratedwattageof thegenerator,DONOT connectall thesedevices.
Selecta combinationof electricaldevices,whichhasatotal ratedwattagelowerthanor
equalto theratedwattageof thegenerator.
CAUTION- The generator
time.

Connect

electrical

can run at its surge wattage capacity for only a short
devices requiring
a rated (running) wattage equal to or less

than the rated wattage of the generator.
Never connect
wattage equal to the surge wattage of the generator.

tool or appliance
electric water heater (40 gal)
hot plate
saw- radial arm
electric stove
saw- circular

rated (running)Watts
4000
2500
2000
1500
1500
1500
1200
1200

air compressor (t HP)
window air conditioner
saw- miter
microwave
well water pump
reciprocating saw
sump pump
refrigerator freezer
furnace blower
computer
electric drill
television
deep freezer
garage door opener
stereo
box fan
clock radio
security system
dvd player/vcr
common light bulb
.Figure

wattage

a rated

additional surge Wa_s
0
0
2000
0
1500
3000
1800
1200
0
1000
1040
1200
1200
1300
0

6OO
5OO
5OO
48O
4OO
3OO
3OO
180

9OO
0
5OO
0
0
6OO
0
0

requirements

requiring

1000
1000
96O
8OO
8OO
8OO
8OO

IO0
75
8- Estimated

devices

0
0
of common electrical devices.

NOTE: Theabovewattagefiguresareestimates.Try to checkthe wattagelistedonyour
electricaldevicebeforeconsultingthis chart
Onceyouhavedeterminedwhatelectricaldevicesyouwill bepoweringwith the
generator,connectthesedevicesaccordingto the followingprocedure:
1. Plug in each electrical device with the device turned off.
NOTE: Be sure to attach appliances to the correct receptacle (outlet). Connect
standard 120 Volt, single phase, 60 Hz loads only to the 120 Volt receptacles.
Connect 240 Volt, single phase, 60Hz loads with a 240 V plug only to the 240
Volt receptacle See Figure 11 tbr a depiction of each of these receptacles.
2. Move the voltage select switch to the 120 V position if you are connecting 120
Volt loads. Move the voltage switch to the 240 V position if you are connecting
240 Volt loads. NOTE: The generator cannot run 240 Volt and 120 Volt loads at
the same time. You must choose one or the other using the voltage select switch.
3. Switch the appropriate circuit breaker to the "on" position. For 240 Volt loads,
switch on the circuit breaker marked 23 A. For 120 Volt loads, switch on the
circuit breaker lnarked 46 A.
4. Turn on the connected electrical devices in the order of the amount of power they
require beginning with the device with the highest rated wattage requiremem.
IMPORTANT: The four 120 Volt receptacles have a total capacity of 46 Amps. However,
the capacity of each duplex plug, A and B (see figure 9) is only 23 A. You will not be
able to draw more than 23 Amps out of one duplex plug.

CAUTION:

Do not connect

240

50Hz or 3-phase

RECEPTACLE

loads to the generator.

t20

DUPLEX
A

Figure

9- Receptacles

available

_20

PLUG

DUPLEX

V
PLUG

on the generator

SOME NOTES ABOUT POWER CORDS
Long or thin cords can drain the power provided to an electrical device by the generator.
When using such cords, allow tbr a slightly higher rated wattage requirement
by the
electrical device.
See Figure 12 ff_r recommended
cords based on the power requirement
of the electrical device.
Device Requirements

Max. Cord Length (it) by Wire Gauge
#10 wire #12 wire #14 wire #16 wire
1000
600
375
250
500
300
200
125
350
200
125
100
250
150
100
50
150
100
65
NR
125
75
50
NR

Amps
2.5
5
7.5
10
15
20

Watts (t20V)
300
600
900
1200
1800
2400

Watts(240 V)
600
1200
1800
2400
3600
4800

#8 wire
NR
NR
NR
NR
NR
175

25
30
40

3000
3600
4800

6000
7200
9600

150
125
90

100
65
NR

60
NR
NR

NR
NR
NR

*NR= not recommended
Figure

10- Maximum

Extension

(ord

Lengths

by Power Requirement

DCUsage
CAUTION:
The DC receptacle
only. Do not connect any other
CAUTION:
jumpstart
To connect

is for recharging
12 Volt automotive-type
device to this receptacle.

Use the generator
only to recharge
a car with your generator.
12 Volt batteries

12 Volt batteries.

Never

batteries

try to

to the DC receptacle:

1.
2.

Connect
Connect

the positive (+) battery cable to the positive (+) terminal.
the other end of the positive (+) battery cable to the generator.

3.
4.

Connect the negative (-) battery cable to the battery negative (-) terminal.
Connect the other end of the negative (-) battery cable to the generator's
negative
(-) terminal.

5.
6.

Start the generator.
When disconnecting,

always

disconnect

the wires

from the generator

first to avoid

a spark.
NOTE: If the DC terminal becomes overloaded,
the DC circuit protector will switch
offand the power to this terminal will be cut. If this happens, check the Amperage
of
the load you are connecting.
Press the DC circuit protector
button to restart the power
to this terminal.

DANGER:
Batteries
•

Storage

also contain

emit highly

acid, which

Do not allow open flames
charging

•

batteries

Always
>

can cause

severe

or cigarettes

hydrogen

chemical

nearby

gas when

charged.

burns.

for several

minutes

after

a battery.
wear

protective

goggles

and rubber

gloves

when

charging

a battery.

If battery
acid gets on your skin, flush with water.
If battery
acid gets in your eyes, flush with water and call a physician
immediately.
If battery
physician

STOPPING

explosive

THE

acid is swallowed,
immediately.

drink large

quantities

of milk and call a

GENERATOR

To stop the generator:
1. Turn off; then unplug all connected electrical devices.
2. Switch the circuit breaker to the "oft" position.
3. Allow the generator to run for several more minutes with no electrical devices
connected. This helps stabilize the temperature of the generator.
4. Set the engine switch to the "off' position.
5. Turn the fuel valve to the "off' position.
A WARNING:
areas that become

Allow

the generator

hot during

to cool for several

minutes

before

touching

use.

CAUTION:
Allowing
gas to sit in the generator
tank for long periods of time
without use can make it difficult to start the generator
in the future. Never store
generator

for extended

periods

of time with fuel in the tank.

MAINTENANCE/CARE
Proper

routine

Please

perform

maiutenance
maintenance

If you have questions
please

of your generator
checks

about

call (888) 315-3080

CAUTION:

Never

will help prolong

and operations

according

any of the maintenance

the life of your machine.
the schedule

procedures

in figure

13.

listed in this manual,

M-F 8-5CT.

perform

maintenance

operations

while

the generator

is running.

Recommended Maintenance Schedule

each use
Engine oil

:heck level

Air cleaner

replace
:heck

every month
or 20 hrs

every 3
months or
50 hrs

every year
or 300 hrs

:lean

fuel filter cup
spark plu_t

:lean
:heck/clean

gas tank

:heck gas level
:lean

x
x

Figure

Cleaning

every 6
months or
100 hrs

x
x

11- Recommended

maintenance

schedule

the Generator

Always try to use your generator in a cool dry place. However, in the event your
generator becomes dirty you may clean the exterior with one or more of the following:
a damp cloth
a soft brush
a vacuulrl

pressurized

air

Never clean your generator with a bucket of water or a hose. Water
worldng parts of the generator and cause a short circuit or corrosion.
Checking
the Oil
The generator
is equipped

with an automatic

shutoffto

protect

can get inside the

it froln running

on low oil.

Nonetheless,
you should check the oil level of the generator before each use to ensure
that the generator crankcase
has a sufficient alnount. To check the oil level:
1. Make sure the generator is on a level surface.
2.
3.

Unscrew the oil filler/dipstick
cap (see figure 12).
With a dry cloth, wipe the oil offofthe
stick on the inside of the cap.

Insert the dipstick as if you were replacing
the cap and then remove again. There
should now be oil on the stick. If there is no oil on the stick, or oil only at the
19

very end of the stick, you should add oil until the engine crankcase is filled.
"Changing/Adding
Oil" in this section.
5. Be sure to replace cap when finished checking oil.

See

OR. FiLLEiR HOU!!!

Figure 12- Checking

Changing/Adding

the oil

Oil

You should check the oil level of your generator according
to the maintenance
schedule
in figure 11. When the oil level is low you will need to add oil until the level is sufficient
to run the generator.
The oil capacity of your generator
It is only necessary

engine

is 37 fluid ounces.

to &ain the oil from the crankcase

if it has become

contaminated

water or dirt. In this case, you can drain the oil t}om the generator according
tbllowing steps:
1. Place a bucket underneath
the generator to catch oil as it drains.
2.

with

to the

Using a hex wrench, unscrew the oil drain plug, which is located on the crankcase
underneath
the oil filler/dipstick
cap (see figure 13). Allow all the oil to &ain
from the generator.
Replace the oil drain plug and tighten

with a hex wrench.

To add oil to the crankcase,
tbllow these steps:
1. Make sure the generator is on a level surface.
2.
3.

Unscrew the oil filler/dipstick
cap t}Oln the engine.
Using a funnel, add high detergent motor oil to the crankcase.

We recommend

SAE 10W/30 motor oil for general use. When full, the oil level should
to the top of the oil fill opening (see figure 14).

come close

OIL DR _r',i
PLU'2J

Figure

O_L F_LLER C_P

13- Draining

oil

Figure

14- Adding

NOTE:
Never dispose of used motor oil in the trash or down a drain.
your local recycling
center or auto garage to arrange
oil disposal.
Air Cleaner
Routine

Please

check

of the air cleaner
that the air cleaner

helps maintain

proper

is l}ee of excessive

air flow to the carburetor.

dirt.

1.
2.

Unhinge
Remove

3.
4.

Wipe the dirt t}Oln inside the empty air cleaner casing
Wash the sponge-like
elements in household
detergent
dry.

5.
6.

Soak the dry elements in engine oil. Squeeze out any excess oil.
Replace the sponge-like
elements in the air cleaner casing and replace

the clasps at the top and bottom of the air cleaner
the sponge-like
elements l}Oln the casing.

'--zi

Figure

Fuel Filter

call

Maintenance

maintenance

Occasionally

oil

15- Removing

the air cleaner

cover

(see figure

and warm water.

; :: ;::::: 7: ::A

15).

Allow

the cover.

casing.

Cup Cleaning

The fuel filter cup is a small well underneath
that may be in your fuel tank belbre

the fuel valve.

it can enter

the engine.

It helps

to trap dirt and water

To clean the fuel filter cup:

1. Turn thefuel valveto the"of£' position.
2. Unscrewthefuel filter cup froln tile fuel valveusinga wrench.Turnthevalve
towardyou to unscrew(seefigure16).
3. Cleanthe cupof all sediment.Using aragor brush.
4. Reinstallthefuel filter cup.
FU;EL VALVE

Figure 16- Removing

Spark

the Fuel Filter (up

Plug Maintenance

The spark plug is important
for proper engine operation.
intact, t_ee of deposits, and properly gapped.
To inspect

A good spark plug should
you spark plug:

1.
2.

Pull on the spark plug cap to remove it.
Unscrew the spark plug from the generator
with this product (see figure 17).

Visually inspect the spark plug. If it is cracked or chipped, discard and replace
with a new spark plug. We recommend
using a F6RTC spark plug such as NGK
BPR5ES.

Measure the plug gap with a gauge
(0.028 - 0.031 in).

If you are re-using the spark plug, use a wire brush to clean any dirt t?om around
the spark plug base and then re-gap the spark plug..

Screw the spark plug back into its place
wrench.
Replace the spark plug cap.

using

(see figure

the spark plug wrench

18).

The gap should

on the generator

using

included

be 0.7-0.8rain

the spark plug

Figure 20- Removing

Emptying
Before

the spark

plug

Figure 21- Measuring

the spark

plug gap

the Gas Tank

storing

your generator

tbr extended

periods

of time, you should

drain your

generator of gasoline.
To &ain the generator of gas:
1. Turn the fuel valve to the "ofF' position.
2.

Relnove
section.

the fuel filter cup (see "Removing

Empty

With a receptacle

5.
6.

the "on" position.
Drain all the gas t_Oln the generator.
Turn the fuel valve to the "ofF' position.
Replace the fuel filter cup.

Store the emptied

underneath

gasoline

Do not store

Never

transporting

place

or storing

the generator

in a suitable

fuel from

/ TRANSPORT

_fiLCAUTION:
still hot.
When

earlier

in this

the fuel filter cup of any fuel.

A CAUTION:

STORAGE

the Fuel Filter Cup"

to catch the gas, turn the fuel valve to

place.

one season

to another.

PROCEDURES
any type of storage

your generator

cover

for extended

•

Empty the gas tank (see "Emptying
section).

•

Disconnect

•

Do not obstruct

•

Keep

the generator

openings.

in a cool dry area.

periods

while

it is

of time:

the Gas TAN<" in the "Maintenance"

the spark plug.
any ventilation

on the generator

SPECIFICATIONS
Generator

AC Output
Rated Wattage

5000 W

Surge Wattage

5500 W

Rated Voltage

120/240

Rated Amperage

46 A

Rated Frequency

60 Hz

Phase

Single

DC Output
_g

12V
e

8.3 A

Dimensions(in):

length = 27

Dry mass

width = 21 height =
21
182 lbs

Engine
Engine

type

4-stroke

OHV single

with forced

[gnition

system

non-contact

Displacement

cylinder

air cooling

system

transistor

389 cm 3

Fuel tank capacity:

25 L ( 6.60 US gal.)

Oil capacity

1.1 L (37 fl oz.)

Run time on 50% load

10 hrs

TROUBLESHOOTING
IMPORTANT:
M-F 8-5.

If trouble persists please call our customer help line at (888) 315-3080

Problem

3ause

Engine will not
start

Engine switch is set
:O "Off",

--uel valve is turned
:o "closed".
Choke is open.

Solution
Set engine switch to "on".
]urn fuel valve to "open" position.
Close the choke

Engine is out of gas. _,dd gas.
Engine is filled with
:ontaminated or old

Engine runs but
there is no
electrical output

_las
Spark plug is dirty.
Spark plug is
3roken.
3enerator is not on
evel surface.

Change the gas in the engine.
Clean spark plug.

9il is low

_,dd or replace oil.

Replace spark plug.
Move generator to a level surface to prevent low oil shutdown
from triggering.

Circuit breaker is off. Set the circuit breaker to the "on" position.
Bad connecting
Nires/cables.

If you are using an extension cord, try a different one.

Bad electrical device
:onnected to
_enerator.
]'ry connecting
Generator runs but
does not support
all electrical
devices
3enerator is
connected.
3verloaded

a different

device.

Try connecting fewer electrical loads to the generator.

Short in one of the
:onnected devices.

Try disconnecting any faulty or short-circuited electrical loads.

_,ir cleaner is dirty.

Clean or replace air cleaner.

Item

Par_

Qty

Description

Item

Qty

Part

lOOOOO 248

GASOLINE ENGINE

:38

SB0516

227100

225

FRAME COMP

:39

228200

248

227351

248

BOTOOM RUBBER LEFT

228003

248

TIE, CABLE

227:352

248

BOTTOM RUBBER RIGHT

228154

248

BRUSH ASSY

M810OO

FLANGE \TT

080207

100

BOLT, HEN.,

214006

RUBBER PAD FRAME

SBO6H9

BOLT, FLANGE,

M80800

FLANGE NUT MS

080712

100

MASHER,

227001

STAY AIR CLEANER

228001

248

HOUSINg,

248

MIO

Description

SCREW TAPPING M5X16

REGULATOR
ASSY.,AUTOMATIC
VOLTAGE

10X210
6X 179

<_ 10.2 X <_30 X 4
RR

SBO614

SCREW TAPPING M6K14

214252

248

CAP COMP.,

226350

212

WIRE HARNESS ASSY

214251

248

PACKING,

226352

231

BOTTOM MAIN WIRE HARNESS

214200

248

CAP COMP.,

226054

248

FUSE

214001

248

FILTER,

226057

248

RECTIFIER

214100

217

TANK COMP.,

226051

248(M)

12OV RECEPTACLE

214500

248

METER COMP.,

FUEL

CIRCUIT

D30510

SCREW, FLAT,

5X 10

000000

SEAL GASKET

BREAKER

FUEL TANK

FUEL FILLER

CAP

FUEL FILLER

FUEL TANK
FUEL

226052

253(M)

226250

253

TERMI\ALL

226450

217(M)

CONTROL PANEL

SB0625

BOLT, FLANGE,

226052

253

PROTECTOR, CIRCUIT

080703

100

ASHER, TANK CUSHION

226051

253

POST, AIRODE

214003

248

COLLAR,TANKCUSHION

226052

253

POST, CATHODE

214006

248

RUBBER, FUEL CUSHION

226053

253

VILTMETER ASSY

109004

CLIP,

O0O0Ol

VOLTAGE SWITCH

081502

100

TUBE, FUEL

2',3

226051

248

CONSENT

214400

248

COCK COMP.,

228450

233

IGNITION

113003 156

GASKET, EX.,

228082

217

WIRE BOX

MlO800

hiT,

HEN.,

8_Bi

SBO616

SCREW TAPPING M6X16

SB0825

\17,

HEX.,

8_BI

226353

231

BOOT, MAIN WIRE HARNESS

213007

248

PIPE,

COMP.,

EX.

226354

212

SWITCH WIRE

213007

248

PIPE,

COMP.,

EX.

226000

212(M)

CONTROL PANEL ASSY

SB0610

BOLT, FLANGE,

SET, EARTH

SWITCH

6X25

TUBE

FUEL
PIPE

6X 10

',30

228005

248

GENERATOR FAN

213004

248

PROTECTOR COMP. , MUFFLER
OUTER

',31

228153

248

8TATOR COVER

213100

248

_9JFFLER COMP.

',32

228152

252

STATOR ASSY

213003

248

PROTECTOR COMP.,
INNER

3',3

SBO5M4

BOLT, 5X214

213006

248

SEAL,

PROTECTOR MUFFLER

228153

ROTOR COMP.

SB0816

SEAL,

PROTECTOR MUFFLER

SB0512

SCREW TAPPING MSX12

213200

248

STAY CO_IP.,

228002

248

GENERATOR END

213005

248

PROTECTOR,

228156

248

TERMI\AL,

252

COVER

VOLT CHANGE

MUFFLER

_KFFLER
MUFFLER SIDE

NOTES:

LIMITED WARRANTY FORPOWERPRO

Remember
registration

GENERATORS

FROM

WEN POWER

to save your receipt and to accurately f!ll out and mail your product
card. You must provide proof ojpurchasejbr
all warranty work.

Power Pro
generators
are warramed to be t}ee from defects in materials
wofl¢manship
for a period of one (1) year froln date of original purchase.

and
Generators

used for Colmnercial
or Rental use have a warranty period of 90 days frolFl date of
original purchase. Keep purchase receipt and mail in the product registration
card for
proof o f purchase.
Power Pro
by WEN
proven to be detective
year warranty period.
TM

Power
will repair or replace, at its discretion, a W part that is
in materials or workmanship
under normal use during the one (1)
Warranty repairs or replacements
will be made without charge for
TM

parts or labor. Parts replaced during warranty repairs will be considered
original product and will have the same warranty period as the original
To exercise the warranty, DO NOT RETURN
t_ee Customer Service number: (888) 315-3080

as part of the
product.

TO RETAILER.
Instead,
and you will be instructed

call the toll
on where to

take the generator tbr warranty service. Take the generator and proof of purchase (your
receipt) to the repair facility recommended
by the Customer
Service Representative.
The warranty

does not extend

to generators

damaged

or affected

by fuel contamination,

accidents, neglect, misuse, unauthorized
alterations,
use in an application
product was not designed and any other modifications
or abuse.
Power Pro
by WEN Power
is not liable for any indirect, incidental
damages t_Oln the sale or use of this product. Any implied warranties
TM

for which

the

or consequential
are limited to one

(1) year as stated in this written limited warranty.
Some states do not allow the exclusion
or limitation of incidental
or consequential
damages. Some states do not allow limitation
on the length of an implied warranty.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may have other rights that vary t}om state to state.

Power

Pro by Wen

Power

TM.

Elgin,

IL 60123.

www.wenproduets.eom.

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