Westinghouse iGen5000DFcv Inverter Generator Dual Fuel With CO Sensor User Guide

Westinghouse iGen5000DFcv Inverter Generator Dual Fuel With CO Sensor

Specifications

• Model Number: iGen5000DFv/ iGen5000DFcv
• Running Watts: 3900 gas / 3500 LPG
• Peak Watts: 5000 gas / 4500 LPG
• Fuel Tank Size (L/G): 12.8L
• Rated Speed ​​(RPM): 3600
• Ignition Type: TCI
• Engine Disp (cc): 224
• Oil Capacity (L): 0.6L
• Oil Type: 10W30 (3% THD)

Product Usage Instructions

Before Starting:

1. Add engine oil:
2. Remove the oil service door to access the oil dipstick.
3. Remove oil dipstick.
4. Using the supplied 4-cycle engine oil and funnel, slowly add engine oil to the engine until full. Do not overfill.
5. Add unleaded gasoline to gas tank:
6. Unscrew gas cap on top of tank.
7. Slowly add gasoline into the fuel tank, ensuring it does not exceed the red maximum fill ring.
8. Secure gas cap.
9. Connect LPG tank:
10. Connect included LPG hose to standard LPG tank and hand tighten.
11. Connect other end of LPG hose to generator and hand tighten.
12. Test connections with soapy water to check for leaks.

Starting Procedure:

1. Ensure all loads are disconnected from the generator and ECO mode switch is OFF.
2. Select fuel source.
3. Place the run/stop switch in the ON position.
4. Pull the recoil handle firmly until you feel resistance, then apply a rapid pull while pulling out from the inverter.
5. Connect loads to the control panel receptacles.

Shutdown Procedure:

1. Disconnect all loads from the generator.
2. Put the engine run/stop switch in the OFF position.

FAQ

• Question: What should I do if there is a fuel leak?
  • Answer: If you detect a fuel leak, immediately stop using the generator and contact customer support for assistance.
• Question: Can I use any type of engine oil?
  • Answer: It is recommended to use 10W30 oil with a 3% THD for this generator. Using other types of oil may affect performance and warranty.
• Question: How often should I change the engine oil?
  • Answer: Regular oil changes are essential for maintaining the generator. Check the maintenance guide in the manual for specific intervals based on usage.

Quick Start Guide

WARNING

This Quick Start Guide is not a substitute for reading the operator’s manual. To reduce the risk of injury or death, user must read and understand operator’s manual before using this product

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

BEFORE STARTING

1. Add engine oil.
   • a. Remove the oil service door to access the oil dipstick.
   • b. Remove oil dipstick.
   • c. Using the supplied 4-cycle engine oil and funnel, slowly add engine oil to the engine until full.
   • d. Do not overfill. If oil level is too high, oil will drain out through the fill plug.
2. Add unleaded gasoline to gas tank.
   • a. Unscrew gas cap on top of tank
   • b. Slowly add gasoline into the fuel tank. The gasoline level should NOT be higher than the red maximum fill ring.
   • c. Secure gas cap
3. Connect LPG tank.
   • a. Connect included LPG hose to standard LPG tank and hand tighten.
   • b. Connect other end of LPG hose to generator and hand tighten.
   • c. Test connections with soapy water to make sure there are no leaks.

STARTING PROCEDURE

1. Make sure all loads are disconnected from the generator and the ECO mode switch is in the OFF position.
2. Select fuel source.
3. Place the run/stop switch in the on position (I).
4. Firmly grasp and pull the recoil handle slowly until you feel increased resistance. At this point, apply a rapid pull while pulling out from the inverter
5. Connect loads to the control panel receptacles

SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE

1. Make sure all loads are disconnected from the generator.
2. Put the engine run/stop switch in the off (0) position.

NOTE: This unit has a GASOLINE OFF (PROPANE) setting that can be used before storing the unit for long periods of time. Refer to the user manual for details

Maintenance

INVERTER MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS

**Model Number| Running Watts**

| Peak Watts

| Fuel Tank Size (L/G)

| Rated Speed (RPM)

| Ignition Type

| ****

Engine Disp (cc)

| ****

Oil Capacity (L)

| Oil Type

| ****

THD

---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
iGen5000DFv/ iGen5000DFcv| 3900 gas/

3500 LPG

| 5000 gas/

4500 LPG

| 12.8/3.4| 3600| TCI| 224| 0.6| 10W30| £ 3%

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Following the maintenance schedule is important to keep the inverter 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.

TABLE 1: MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Maintenance Item

| Before Every Use

| After the First 25 Hours or the First Month of Use

| After 50 Hours of Use or Every 6 Months

| **After 100 Hours of Use or Every 6 Months**

| **After 300 Hours of Use or Every Year**

---|---|---|---|---|---
Engine Oil

| Check Level

| Change1

| Change

| –| –
Air Filter

| –| –| Clean2

| –| Replace

Spark Plug

| –| –| –| Check/Clean

| Replace

Spark Arrestor

| –| –| –| Check/Clean

| –
Fuel Filter

| –| –| –| Replace3

| –
Valve Clearance

| –| –| –| Inspect/Adjust3

| –

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 | ACEITE DEL MOTOR | HUILE POUR MOTEURS Only use 4-stroke/cycle engine oil. NEVER USE 2-STROKE/CYCLE OIL. Synthetic oil is an acceptable substitute for conventional oil.

SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT

Westinghouse Model Number| ****

Torch

| ****

Bosch

| ****

NGK

| ****

Autolite

---|---|---|---|---
iGen5000DFv/ iGen5000DFcv| F7RTC| WR7BC| BPR6HS| 284

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• 855.944.3571 or
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