Westinghouse Wgen5300sc 5300 Watt Electric Start Portable Generator User Guide

WGEN5300SC 5300 Watt Electric Start Portable Generator
User Guide

BEFORE STARTING

1. Install feet to frame. a. Tip the generator onto the muffler side.
   b. Install the mounting feet to the frame using M8 flange bolts.
2. Install wheels. a. Install the axle pin, wheel, and washer through the axle bracket on the frame.
   b. Install the hairpin cotter through the axle pin to lock it in place.
3. Add engine oil a. Remove oil fill plug/dipstick.
   b. Using the supplied 4-cycle engine oil and funnel, slowly add engine oil to the engine until full.
   c. Replace oil fill plug/dipstick.
4. Add unleaded gasoline to the gas tank. a. Unscrew the gas cap on top of the tank and insert a clean funnel into the tank.
   b. Slowly add gasoline into the fuel tank. The gasoline level should NOT be higher than the filler neck.
   c. Secure gas cap.

STARTING PROCEDURE

1. Make sure the generator is OUTSIDE in a well-ventilated dry area and FAR AWAY from any doors, windows, or vents.
2. Check fuel and oil levels
3. Make sure nothing is plugged into power outlets.
4. Connect the battery. 
5. Make sure the circuit breakers are properly set to operate.
6. Move the fuel valve to the ON position. 
7. Move the choke lever to the ON position. If the engine is warm turn the lever to the OFF position.
8. Choose starting method:
   a. Electric Start: Push and hold the engine control switch in the START  position. Once the engine starts, release. b. Manual Start: Switch the engine control switch to 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. 
9. After the engine starts, gradually move the choke lever to the OFF position. 
10. Plug-in electronic devices.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Following the maintenance schedule is important to keep the generator in good operating condition. The following is a summary of maintenance items by periodic maintenance intervals.
Refer to the Maintenance section in the Owners Manual to find out how to properly perform maintenance.

¹ Change oil every month when operating under heavy loads or in high temperatures.
² Clean more often under dirty or dusty conditions
³ Recommended service by authorized Westinghouse dealer.

ENGINE OIL
Only use 4-stroke/cycle engine oil. NEVER USE 2-STROKE/CYCLE OIL. Synthetic oil is an acceptable substitute for conventional oil.

PREVENT CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) POISONING

• Use outdoors far from occupied buildings and the exhaust pointed away from personnel and buildings
• Point exhaust away all homes and occupied spaces
• Install CO alarms in your home

DANGER
Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is a poison you cannot see or smell.
NEVER use it inside a home or garage, EVEN IF doors and windows are open.	Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows, doors, and vents.
Avoid other generator hazards. READ THE MANUAL BEFORE USE.

Questions?
Call 855.944.3571 or
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