High Altitude Operation; Fuel Selector Switch; Break-In Period; Before Starting The Generator - Westinghouse WGen5300DF Manuel De L'utilisateur

HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION

Engine power is reduced the higher you operate above sea
level. Output will be reduced approximately 3.5% for every
1000 feet of increased altitude from sea level.
High altitude adjustment is required for operation at
altitudes over 5,000 ft. (1524 m). Operation without this
adjustment will cause decreased performance, increased
fuel consumption, and increased emissions.
DO NOT operate the generator at altitudes below 2,000
ft. (762 m) with the high altitude kit installed. Engine
damage may occur.
Note: You must purchase both the Dual Fuel Regulator
and Carburetor Kit for proper high altitude operation.
High Altitude Carburetor Kit: Part# 518965
High Altitude DF Regulator: Part# 518516
Only change the Voltage Selector Switch with the
generator OFF. DO NOT switch the voltage while the
generator is running or powering appliances.

FUEL SELECTOR SWITCH

Position the fuel selector switch on the front control panel
to the desired fuel choice.
Turn the fuel selector switch fully upward for gasoline
operation.
Turn the fuel selector switch fully downward for propane
operation.
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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: PROPANE

Fire and explosion hazard. Always turn the propane
tank valve to the fully closed position if not running the
generator on propane.
1. Make sure the LPG/propane hose is correctly connected
to the generator and propane tank.
2. Turn the fuel selector switch to propane operation.
3. Fully open the valve on the propane tank.
4. Push the battery switch to the ON position.
5. Choose the starting method:
a. Remote Start: Push and hold the START button on
the remote start key fob for one second.
b. Push-Button Start: Push and hold the engine
START/STOP button for two seconds.
c. 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.
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