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Wallenstein EU5000E Operator's Manual

Summary of EU5000E

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    Portable generator model eu7200e, eu6000 & eu5000e operator's manual eu7200e eu5000e.

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    Wallenstein portable generator warranty thisproductiswarrantedtobefreeofdefectsinmaterialsandworkmanshipundernormaluseand service,foraperiodoftwoyearsfromthedateofpurchase,whenoperatedandmaintainedinaccordance withtheoperatingandmaintenanceinstructionssuppliedwiththisunit.Thiswarrantydoesnotcovermis...

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    Wallenstein portable generator warranty registration form & inspection report date dealer’s rep. Signature dateowner'ssignature theaboveequipmentandoperator’smanualhavebeenreceivedbymeandihavebeenthoroughly instructedastocare,adjustments,safeoperationandapplicablewarrantypolicy. White emb mfg., inc ...

  • Page 4: Serial Number Location

    Serial number location always give your dealer the serial number of your wallenstein portable generator when ordering parts or requestingserviceorotherinformation. Theserialnumberplatesarelocatedwhereindicated.Pleasemarkthenumbersinthespacesprovided foreasyreference. Serial number location model num...

  • Page 5: Table of Contents

    Table of contents section description page 1 introduction......................................................... 1 2 safety................................................................... 2 2.1 general safety..................................................... 3 2.2 equipment safety guidelines...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction congratulations on your choice of an wallenstein portable generator to compliment your operation. This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet the needs of a discerning person, operator or industry that needs portable electrical power. Safe, efficient and trouble free opera...

  • Page 7: 2     Safety

    2 2 safety safety alert symbol why is safety important to you? The safety alert symbol identifies important safety messages on the wallenstein portable generator and in the manual. When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of personal injury or death. Follow the instructions in the safet...

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    3 2. General safety 1. Read and understand the op- erator’s manual and all safety signs before using, maintain- ing, adjusting or cleaning the portable generator. 2. Have a first-aid kit available for use should the need arise and know how to use it. 3. Have a fire extinguisher available for use sho...

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    2.2 equipment safety guidelines 1.Safety of the operator and bystanders is one of the main concerns in designing and de- veloping equipment. However, every year many accidents occur which could have been avoided by a few seconds of thought and a more careful approach to handling equipment. You, the ...

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    5 2.3 safety training 1.Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by a single careless act of an operator or bystander. 2. In addition to the design and configuration of equipment, hazard control a...

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    6 2.5 preparation 1.Never use the engine and machine until you have read and completely understand this manual, the engine operator's manual and each of the safety messages found on the safety signs on the engine and machine. 2. Personal pro- tection equip- ment including hard hat, safety glasses, s...

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    7 2.7 operating safety 1. Read and understand operator's manual before starting. Review safety instructions annually. 2. Stop and disable engine, remove ignition key and place in your pocket and wait for all mov- ing parts to stop before servicing, adjusting or repairing. 3. To prevent electrical sh...

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    8 2. Gas motor safety before starting engine, read and understand the operating and maintenance instructions that came with your engine. Warning: do not 1. Do not run engine in an enclosed area. Ex- haust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odour- less and deadly poison. 2. Do not place hands or feet ...

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    9 2.2 sign-off form wallenstein follows the general safety standards specified by the american society of agricultural and biological engineers (asabe) and the occupational safety and health administration (osha). Anyone who will be using and/or maintaining the portable generator must read and clear...

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    0 remember - if safety signs have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts replaced without safety signs, new signs must be applied. New safety signs are available from your authorized dealer. 3 safety sign locations the types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the i...

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    Remember - if safety signs have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts replaced without safety signs, new signs must be applied. New safety signs are available from your authorized dealer. The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustrations that follow. ...

  • Page 17: Assembling

    2 assembling the machine comes from the factory in a shipping carton and configuration. Always use tools equipment and forklifts of appropriate size and capacity for the job. Always use 2 men when lifting, moving and assembling the machine. W h e n t h e m a c h i n e i s s h i p p e d , follow this...

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    3 5. Install battery: a. Remove cables, clamps and brackets from their shipping position. B. Bring a battery to the machine. C. Lay out components. D. Position battery in its tray. E. Install the anchor posts and top brack- ets. Snug up tightly. F. Attach cables to battery posts and tighten to their...

  • Page 19: 5     Operation

    5 operation the wallenstein portable generators are de- signed to provide portable electrical power to equipment that is not connected to the electrical grid system. It is the responsibility of the owner or opera- tor to read this manual and to train all other operators before they start working wit...

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    5 5.2 machine components the wallenstein eu portable generator consists of a 9, 11 or 13 hp honda engine driving a 12,000 watt electrical generator. All control and power outlets are mounted on the end of the frame for convenient access and operation. Fig. Principle components a engine b fuel tank c...

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    6 5.3 machine break-in although there are no operational restrictions on the portable generator when used for the first time, it is recommended that the following mechanical items be checked: a. After operating for hour: 1. Re-torque all fasteners and hardware. 2. Check condition of all electrical c...

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    7 5.5 controls before starting to work, all operators should fa- miliarize themselves with the location and func- tion of controls. . Engine: read the engine manufacturers operator's manual before starting for more detailed instructions. A. Ignition switch: this key operated switch controls the elec...

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    8 fig. 6 electrical controls 2. Electrical controls: a. 20 volt, 20 amp outlets: this outlet is used to provide 120 volt, 20 amp power to the customer. B. 20 volt, 30 amp outlets: these outlets are used to provide 120 volt, 30 amp power to the customer. C. 20 volt outlet: this outlet is used to prov...

  • Page 24: Operating Safety

    9 5.6 field operation although the portable generator is easy to use, each operator should review this section to familiarize himself with the detailed safety and operating procedures. When using this machine, follow this procedure: 1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children. 2. Revi...

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    20 4. Starting the generator: a. Plug in power cords from appliances or loads. B. Turn all the appliances or electrical loads off. C. Refer to engine manual for detailed engine starting procedure. D. Use the ignition key to engage the starter. E. Pull out the choke if the engine is cold or hasn't be...

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    2 8. Weather: a. Do not operate in the rain or with wet hands. Keep the generator and work area dry to prevent shocks and shorts. Always ground the frame when operating in damp or wet conditions. B. Do not operate at temperatures above 100° f (40° c) to prevent overheating of the engine or generator...

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    22 fig. 9 control panel 11. Electrical hazards: the generator is designed to generate an electrical current at a high enough power level to get meaningful work done. How- ever, power at these levels also includes the possibility of electrical hazards. Some things to remember about electrical haz- ar...

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    23 13. Operating hints: a. Position frame on a level area to minimize the chance of spilling fuel and maximize the fuel capacity of the tank. Spilled fuel can be ignited by a spark from the electrical power system. B. Do not refuel while the engine is running. Wait until the unit has cooled before r...

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    2 fig. Frame handles the generator is designed to be easily moved from one location to another. Review the follow- ing details on how the unit can be moved: 1. Frame handles: the frame is designed with 2 frame handles that provide a location to attach to the frame for moving with an a frame, forklif...

  • Page 30: Operating Safety

    25 operating safety • store the unit in an area away from human activity. • do not permit children to play on or around the stored machine. • store the unit in a dry, level area. Support the frame with planks if required. 5.8 storage after the season's use or when the machine will not be used for a ...

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    26 maintenance safety • good maintenance is your responsibility. Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble. • follow good shop practices. - keep service area clean and dry. - be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded. - use adequate light for the job at hand. • make sure there is...

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    27 6..2 servicing intervals the period recommended is based on normal operating conditions. Severe or unusual condi- tions may require more frequent lubrication or oil changes. 8 hours or daily 1. Check engine fluids levels. A. Oil level. B. Fuel level. Fig. 5 dip stick (typical) eu5000e eu6000 eu72...

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    28 0 hours or weekly 1. Clean engine air cleaner. 00 hours or monthly 1. Change engine oil. A. Drain plug. B. Fill plug. Fig. 6 air cleaner (typical) fig. 7 engine eu6000 eu7200e a a a b b b eu5000e eu6000 eu7200e.

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    00 hours or monthly 2. Replace engine air cleaner. Annually 1. Clean machine. Fig. 8 air cleaner (typical) fig. 9 machine eu6000 eu7200e eu6000 eu7200e 29.

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    30 6..3 service record see lubrication and maintenance sections for details of service. Copy this page to continue record. Action code ck check cl clean r replace ch change hours serviced by maintenance 8 hours or daily ck engine fluid levels 0 hours or weekly cl air cleaner 00 hours or monthly ch e...

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    3 6.2 maintenance by following a careful service and maintenance program for your machine, you will enjoy many years or trouble-free operation. 6.2. Cleaning air cleaner 1. Review the operator's manual for the en- gine. 2. Place all controls in neutral, stop engine and remove ignition key and place ...

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    32 6.2.2 changing engine oil 1. Review the operator's manual for the en- gine. 2. Place all controls in neutral, stop engine and remove ignition key and place in pock- et before maintaining. 3. Allow the engine to cool before changing the oil. Hot oil can cause burns if it con- tacts exposed skin. I...

  • Page 38: 7     Trouble Shooting

    33 engine doesn't start. No fuel. Fill fuel tank. Fuel filter plugged. Replace fuel filter. Weak battery. Recharge or replace battery. Loaded electrically. Remove electric load. Breakers tripping. Electrical load too high. Reduce electrical load. 7 trouble shooting the wallenstein portable generator...

  • Page 39: 8     Specifications

    3 8 specifications 8. Mechanical specifications subject to change without notice.

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    35 8.2 bolt torque checking bolt torque the tables shown below give correct torque values for various bolts and capscrews. Tighten all bolts to the torques specified in chart unless otherwise noted. Check tightness of bolts periodically, using bolt torque chart as a guide. Replace hardware with the ...

  • Page 41: 9     Index

    36 9 index page page s safety ..............................................................2 battery safety .............................................7 equipment safety guidelines .....................4 gas motor safety........................................8 general safety .......................

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    Wallenstein 4144 boomer line st. Clements, on n0b 2m0 canada ph: (519) 699-9283 fax: (519) 699-4146 printed in canada february 2009 part number: z97035.