Winco WC10000VE - Manual (Page 7)

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solid state module mounted in the generator recep-
tacle box, a switch, resistor and an electromagnet
mounted on the engine near the throttle lever. The
automatic Conserver® control is only offered as a
factory installed feature. It is not available for fi eld
installation.
With the automatic Conserver® switch in the “ON”
position, the system operates as follows:
1. After the engine has been started, and no electri-
cal load is applied, the solid state module senses
this condition and turns on the electromagnet. This
will pull and hold the throttle lever, closing the throttle
on the carburetor reducing the engine speed.
2. When a load is applied to the generator, the
current fl ow to the load is sensed by the solid state
control module and the electromagnet is turned off.
This releases the throttle arm allowing the governor
to take over and open the throttle. The engine will
respond and come up to the governed speed (3600
rpm).
3. When the electrical load is turned off, the control
module will sense that there is no longer any current
fl ow and the automatic idle control will once again
energize the electromagnet, pulling and holding the
throttle. When the automatic Conserver® switch is
in the “OFF” position, the engine will run at full gov-
erned speed regardless of the generator load.
CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
When using these generators to power a home
or construction trailer the Conserver® switch
should be left in the off position. Some applianc-
es in homes and construction trailers have such
a low current draw (less that 100 watts) they will
not turn the conserver off, resulting in low volt-
age being supplied to them. This low voltage
can do permanent damage to these appliances.
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 if it is low on oil. The lu-
bricating oil level must be at the full mark before the
engine will start and run.
BASIC OPERATION
MANUAL STARTING
Refer to the engine manual for additional starting,
operating, and stopping instructions.
1. Turn on the fuel supply
2. Turn the ON/OFF switch to the “ON” position.
3. Move the choke to the full “on” position.
4. Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt,
then pull briskly.
5. When the engine starts, open the choke grad-
ually.
6. The engine should promptly come up to operating
speed.
NOTICE:
Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against
the engine. Return it gently to prevent damage to
the starter.
ELECTRIC STARTING
If the engine is cold and stiff or if the battery is not
fully charged, starting can be made easier by slowly
hand cranking the engine through the compres-
sion stroke before pushing the starter switch. This
permits the starter to gain momentum before the
heavy load of the compression stroke occurs. This
minimizes the drain on the battery and improves the
possibility of starting under such adverse conditions.
Always keep the battery charged, especially during
cold weather operation.
1. Turn on the fuel supply.
2. Move the choke to the full “on” position. A warm
engine will require less choking than a cold engine.
3. Engage the engine start switch briefl y to the
START position. The starter life is improved by
using shorter starting cycles with time to cool off
between cranking cycles. Do not operate the starter
more than 15 seconds during each minute. Repeat
if necessary.
4. When the engine starts, open the choke gradu-
ally.
5. The engine should promptly come up to operating
speed.
CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Never permit the choke to remain on after the
engine has run for a short time. It is not necessary
to choke the engine when it is warm. Avoid over-
choking.