USER MANUAL DIGITAL INVERTER GENERATORS FOR MODELS: iGen1200, iGen2000, iGen2500, iPro2500
California Proposition 65 Warning California Proposition 65 Warning Certain components in this product and its related accessories contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
FOR YOUR RECORDS: Date of Purchase: Inverter Model Number: Purchased from Store/Dealer: Inverter Serial Number: IMPORTANT: KEEP YOUR PURCHASE RECEIPT TO ENSURE TROUBLE-FREE WARRANTY COVERAGE. PRODUCT REGISTRATION To ensure trouble-free warranty coverage, it is important you register your Westinghouse inverter. You can register your generator by either: 1. Filling in the product registration form below and mailing to: Product Registration MWE Investments LLC 777 Manor Park Drive Columbus, Ohio 43228 2.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IGEN TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 PRODUCT REGISTRATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 For Your Records: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Product Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Product Registration Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 SAFETY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Safety Definitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SAFETY SAFETY DEFINITIONS The words DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTICE are used throughout this manual to highlight important information. Be certain that the meanings of these alerts are known to all who work on or near the equipment. SAFETY SYMBOL DEFINITIONS This safety alert symbol appears with most safety statements. It means attention, become alert, your safety is involved! Please read and abide by the message that follows the safety alerts symbol.
SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY RULES DANGER Never use the inverter in a location that is wet or damp. Never expose the inverter to rain, snow, water spray or standing water while in use. Protect the inverter from all hazardous weather conditions. Moisture or ice can cause a short circuit or other malfunction in the electrical circuit. Never operate the inverter in an enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide. Only operate the inverter outside and away from windows, doors and vents.
SAFETY SAFETY LABELS AND DECALS IGEN1200 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 Westinghouse Portable Power | 7
SAFETY SAFETY LABELS AND DECALS IGEN2000, IGEN2500 AND IPRO2500 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 5 3 4 UNPACKING CAUTION Always have assistance when lifting the inverter. The inverter is heavy; lifting it could cause bodily harm. Avoid cutting on or near staples to prevent personal injury. 8 | Westinghouse Portable Power Tools required – box cutter or similar device. 1. Carefully cut the packing tape on top of the carton. 2. Remove tool kit, oil and funnel and save for later. 3.
FEATURES BASIC INVERTER FEATURES IGEN1200 5 6 2 1 7 3 4 1 Control Panel: Contains the reset breaker, 5 Fuel Cap and Vent: Open the vent to run the engine and close the vent when the engine is off. 2 Spark Plug Access Cover: Remove the cover 6 Engine Service Panel: Remove the panel to access the engine for maintenance. 3 Recoil Handle: Pull to start the engine. 7 Muffler and Spark Arrestor: Avoid contact until the engine is cooled down.
FEATURES BASIC INVERTER FEATURES IGEN2000, IGEN2500 AND IPRO2500 3 1 2 4 7 9 5 8 6 1 Fuel Cap and Vent: Open the vent to run the 6 Engine Service Panel: Remove the panel to access 2 Control Panel: Contains the reset breaker, 7 Muffler and Spark Arrestor: Avoid contact until the engine and close the vent when the engine is off. outlets and warning lights. 3 Spark Plug Access Cover: Remove the cover to service the spark plug. 4 Recoil Handle: Pull to start the engine.
FEATURES CONTROL PANEL FEATURES IGEN2500 1 120-Volt, 20-Amp Duplex Outlet (NEMA 5-20R): The outlet is capable of carrying a maximum of 20 amps. 2 USB Duplex: 5V DC that come in 1 amps and 2.1 amps. 3 Reset Breaker: If the inverter is overloaded, the reset breaker will trip. The engine will continue to run, but there will be no output from the inverter. Unplug the devices and reduce the load. Push in the reset breaker to reset it.
OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE INVERTER BEFORE STARTING THE INVERTER, REVIEW SAFETY SECTION STARTING ON PAGE 5. Location Selection – Before starting the inverter, avoid exhaust and location hazards by verifying: • You have selected a location to operate the inverter that is outdoors and well ventilated. • You have selected a location with a level and solid surface on which to place the inverter. • You have selected a location that is at least 6 feet (1.
OPERATION POWERCORD Using Extension Cords Westinghouse Portable Power assumes no responsibility for the content within this table. The use of this table is the responsibility of the user only. This table is intended for reference only. The results produced by using this table are not guaranteed to be correct or applicable in all situations as the type and construction of cords are highly variable.
OPERATION iGen2000, iGen2500 & iPro2500 INITIAL OIL FILL BEFORE ADDING ENGINE OIL, REVIEW SAFETY SECTION STARTING ON PAGE 5. 1. Loosen the screw and remove the engine oil fill/ drain plug service panel to access the oil fill/drain plug (see Figure 3) NOTICE Engine oil must be added when the inverter is on a flat, level surface, or an inaccurate reading may result. Do not overfill. If the engine is overfilled with oil, it can cause serious engine damage. iGen1200 1.
OPERATION ADDING/CHECKING ENGINE FLUIDS AND FUEL BEFORE ADDING/CHECKING ENGINE FLUIDS AND FUEL, REVIEW SAFETY SECTION STARTING ON PAGE 5. ADDING GASOLINE TO THE FUEL TANK WARNING Never refuel the inverter while the engine is running. DANGER Filling the fuel tank with gasoline while the inverter is running can cause gasoline to leak and come in contact with hot surfaces that can ignite the gasoline.
OPERATION STARTING THE INVERTER BEFORE STARTING THE INVERTER, REVIEW SAFETY SECTION STARTING ON PAGE 5. Starting iGen1200 1. Turn the fuel tank vent to the ON position (see Figure 7). For proper starting and operation of the inverter, make sure you review the inverter features and their descriptions starting on page 9. NOTE: For the iGen1200, upon initial start-up or when out of fuel, fill the inverter to the full level. If there is only a half tank of fuel, the fuel system will need to be primed.
OPERATION Starting iGen2000, iGen2500 & iPro2500 1. Turn the fuel tank vent to the ON position (see Figure 11). USING EFFICIENCY MODE The inverter is equipped with an efficiency mode switch to minimize fuel consumption. In efficiency mode, the inverter will sense the load and adjust the engine RPM to the current load requirements. Efficiency mode should be used only after the inverter has been warmed up to operating temperature. 1. To turn on the efficiency mode, press the switch to the ON position). 2.
MAINTENANCE BEFORE PERFORMING MAINTENANCE ON THE INVERTER, REVIEW THE SAFETY SECTION STARTING ON PAGE 5, AS WELL AS THE FOLLOWING SAFETY MESSAGES. WARNING CAUTION Avoid accidentally starting the inverter during maintenance by removing the spark plug boot from the spark plug. For electric start inverters, also disconnect the battery cables from the battery (disconnect the black negative (-) cable first) and place the cables away from the battery posts to avoid arcing.
MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Specification 1. Only use the engine oil specified in Figure 14. 2. Only use 4-stroke/cycle engine oil. NEVER USE 2-STROKE/CYCLE OIL. Synthetic oil is an acceptable substitute for conventional oil. Oil Fill/Drain Plug iGen2000, iGen2500 & iPro2500 Figure 14: Recommended Oil CHECKING ENGINE OIL NOTICE Always maintain proper engine oil level.
MAINTENANCE Drain Oil iGen2000, iGen2500 & iPro2500 Oil Fill/Drain Funnel iGen1200 7. Allow oil to completely drain. 8. Fill crankcase with oil following the steps outlined in Adding Engine Oil on page 19 9. Dispose of used engine oil properly. NOTICE Oil Fill/Drain Funnel iGen2000, iGen2500 & iPro2500 1. Continue to add oil until the oil is at the correct level (see Figure 2 on page 14). CHANGING ENGINE OIL 1. Stop the engine. 2.
MAINTENANCE AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE WARNING Never use gasoline or other flammable solvents to clean the air filter. Use only household detergent soap to clean the air filter. Cleaning the Air Filter The air filter must be cleaned after every 50 hours of use or 3 months (frequency should be increased if inverter is operated in a dusty environment). 1. Turn off the inverter and let it cool for several minutes if running. 5.
MAINTENANCE DRAINING THE FLOAT BOWL 1. Remove the engine service panel to access the carburetor. 2. Locate the clear plastic hose from the float that is exiting out the bottom of the inverter, and place a suitable container under it to catch the drained fuel. 3. Loosen the float bowl drain screw until fuel is seen draining from the float bowl.
MAINTENANCE Spark Plug Maintenance - Continued from page 22 7. Place a clean rag over the opening created by the removal of the spark plug to make sure no dirt can get into the combustion chamber. 8. Inspect the spark plug for: SPARK PLUG GAP • Cracked or chipped insulator • Excessive wear • Spark plug gap of 0.032 in. (0.80 mm). If the spark plug fails any one of the conditions listed above, replace the plug. NOTICE Only use the recommended spark plug (Torch A5RTC or equivalent). See chart below.
MAINTENANCE 5. Insert a feeler gauge between the rocker arm and the push rod and check for clearance (see Figure 16). See Table 2 for valve lash specifications 2 1 3 4 STORAGE WARNING Never store an inverter with fuel in the tank indoors or in a poorly ventilated area where the fumes can come in contact with an ignition source such as a: 1) pilot light of a stove, water heater, clothes dryer or any other gas appliance; or 2) spark from an electric appliance.
TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING Before attempting to service or troubleshoot the generator, the owner or service technician must first read the owner’s manual and understand and follow all safety instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in conditions that can lead to voiding of the EPA certification or product warranty, serious personal injury, property damage or even death. PROBLEM Engine is running, but no electrical output. Engine will not start or remain running while trying to start.
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