Winco EC22000/A - Manual (Page 7)

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LUBRICATION
Before starting the engine, fill the crankcase to the
proper level with a good quality oil. The recom-
mended grade of oil and quantity of oil required is
listed in the engine operator’s manual. The neces-
sity of using the correct oil and keeping the crank-
case full cannot be overemphasized. Engine failures
resulting from inadequate or improper lubricant are
considered abuse and not covered by the generator
or engine manufacturer’s warranty.
BATTERY INSTALLATION
You will need to connect this unit to a battery to
operate it. Cables have not been provided as length
are going to vary depending on your installation.
These engines are all negative ground. The posi-
tive battery cable must be connected to the open
large terminal on the start solenoid (This terminal
may have a small 6 GA. wire on it for the charging
circuit). The negative cable should be attached to a
good ground on the engine. This is usually one of
the starter mounting studs.
A twelve volt battery, rated at 300 CCA or larger is
recommended for this electric start engine generator
set. Follow the battery manufacturer’s recommenda-
tions for servicing and charging prior to use.
CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
These electric start engines are NEGATIVE
GROUND. Use extreme caution when connecting
the battery. Connect the NEGATIVE battery terminal
to GROUND.
For your safety always connect the positive battery
cable to the “BAT+” terminal first. Then connect the
negative battery cable to the “BAT-” terminal. Make
sure all connections are clean and tight. Reverse
the sequence when disconnecting, disconnect the
negative cable first. These engines produce enough
direct current to keep a battery charged under nor-
mal operating conditions, but were not intended to
be used as a battery charger.
WARNING: PERSONAL INJURY
Lead acid batteries produce explosive hydrogen gas
when charging. Keep sparks, flames, and burning
cigarettes away from the battery. Ventilate the area
when charging or using the battery in an enclosed
space. Lead acid batteries contain sulfuric acid,
which causes severe burns. If acid contacts eyes,
skin or clothing, flush well with water. For contact
with eyes, get immediate medical attention.
BATTERY CHARGING
Units equipped with electric start have a small fly-
wheel charger built into the engine flywheel assem-
bly for recharging the starting battery. This flywheel
charger generates a small AC current that passes
through a diode assembly to produce a DC charg-
ing current of about  to 3 AMPS. This circuit is not
designed to be used as a battery charging circuit to
recharge dead batteries.
OIL ALERT SYSTEM
These engine generator sets come equipped
standard with the Briggs & Stratton low oil pressure
shutdown system. The low oil shutdown system is
designed to prevent severe damage caused by an
insufficient amount of oil in the crankcase. However
if the unit is repeatedly allowed to shutdown on low
oil pressure progressive damage will be done to
the engine shortening the engine’s life. The engine
switch will remain in the “ON” position when the unit
is shutdown by the low oil pressure system.
INITIAL START UP
The throttle control on these generators is preset
and locked to operate at 3600 RPM (nominal) with
no load speed set at 3690 RPM. Only a trained
service technician should be allowed to adjust this
speed setting.
NOTICE: ENGINE START LOCKOUT
This unit will not start and run if it is low on oil.
The lubricating oil level must be at the full mark
before the engine will start and run.