PORTABLE GENERATORS INSTALLATION, OPERATION, and MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MODELS AP3000 AP4500 AP5000H MODEL AP3000 SAFETY FIRST READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR GENERATOR
Read and understand all instructions in the manual before starting and operating the generator set. USING THIS MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS Congratulations on your choice of an ADVANCE POWER generator set. You have selected a highquality, precision-engineered generator set designed and tested to give you years of satisfactory portable service.
000 2500 120 Volt 20.8 Amps GENERATOR Maximum Watts Continuous Watts AC Voltage AC Amperes 2 N/A N/A 2 N/A 15 4500 4000 120/240 Volt 33.3/16.7Amps AP45000 N/A 2 1 N/A 1 20 5000 5000 120/240 Volt 37.5/18.75 Amps AP5000H 60708-029 Page 1 ADVANCE POWER SERIES 5 HP 8 HP 9 HP Briggs & Stratton Briggs & Stratton Honda 135232 197412 GX270 Type --------------------------------See Engine for Type --------------------------------Fuel Capacity (unleaded) 3 Qt 4.5 Gal 4.5 Gal Oil Capacity 1.25 pints 2.
GUIDE TO PRODUCT SAFETY This engine generator set has been designed and manufactured to allow safe, reliable performance. Poor maintenance, improper or careless use can result in potential deadly hazards; from electrical shock, exhaust gas asphyxiation, or fire. Please read all safety instructions carefully before installation or use. Keep these instructions handy for future reference. Take special note and follow all warnings on the unit labels and in the manuals. 3.
BASIC INFORMATION NOTE: The AP3000 generator is a 120 volt only generator and contains only the "A" circuit shown in this schematic. INTENDED USES These engine generator sets have been designed primarily for portable use. 120 and/or 240 volt AC receptacles are provided in the 'control panel' to plug in your loads (lights, portable tools, and small appliances).
PREPARING THE UNIT specifications section (pg 1) of this manual. The necessity of using the correct oil, and keeping the crankcase full cannot be overemphasized. Engine failures resulting from inadequate or improper lubricant are considered abuse and are not covered by the generator or the engine manufacturer's warranty. CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE RUNNING THE GENERATOR SET UNDER THESE CONDITIONS MAY RESULT IN DAMAGING THE GENERATOR STATOR AS WELL AS THE MOTOR WINDING.
BASIC OPERATION a low oil level condition when you are attempting to start the unit. To get the engine started, you must add the required amount of oil to the engine crankcase. Use of the OILGARD system on applications that are subject to shock, bumping or severe angles of operation (in excess of 15 degrees) should be avoided. This is especially true if an unexpected shutdown would cause a safety hazard or serious inconvenience for the operator.
BASIC OPERATION OPERATING SPEED Frequency can be checked by using an electric clock with a sweep second hand. Timed against a wrist watch or a stop watch, the clock should be correct within +/- 2 seconds per minute. The engine-generator must be run at the correct speed in order to produce the proper electrical voltage and frequency. CONNECTING THE LOADS CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE The output voltage should be checked to insure the generator is working properly prior to connecting a load to the generator.
BASIC OPERATION c. Wash foam pre-cleaner in kerosene or liquid detergent and water d. Wrap foam pre-cleaner in cloth and squeeze dry. e. Saturate foam pre-cleaner in engine oil. Squeeze to remove excess oil. f. Install foam pre-cleaner over paper cartridge. Reassemble cover and screw down tight. outdoors to a flat dry location such as a driveway or sidewalk. Many homes today are wired for at least 60 to 100 Amp entrance service, much greater than the capacity of these portable generators.
OPERATOR CARE AND MAINTENANCE 1. Keep the air inlet screen on both the engine and generator free of any dirt or debris to insure proper cooling. At least yearly remove the blower housing on the engine and clean the chaff and dirt out of the engine cooling fins and flywheel. Clean more often if necessary. Failure to keep these areas clean may cause overheating and permanent damage to the unit. 2. Periodically clean muffler area to remove all grass, dirt and combustible debris to prevent a fire. 3.
AP3000 SCHEMATIC (Stator] Excitation Winding (Stator) A.C. Winding G1 - Hot AC Capacitor 120 Volts Neutral Diode Ground "A" 120 Volt Receptacles (Rotor) Field Coils EXCITATION (Stator] Excitation Winding POWER OUTPUT SECTION AP4500 SCHEMATIC AP5000H SCHEMATIC (Stator) A.C.
MONTH Limited Warranty WINCO warrants to the original purchaser that the alternator is free from defects in workmanship and material for a period of one year*, provided it is installed, operated and maintained in accordance with WINCO written instructions. *NOTE: Units used for rental, demonstrations, commercial or prime power applications such as construction or utility, are warranted for 90 days. Units that are resold are not covered under this warranty.
