Honeywell HW4000 - Portable Generator NOT User manual

Owner’s Manual
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HW4000 Portable Generator
Portable Gasoline Generator
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Congratulations on owning a Honeywell portable generator
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provide this information should you require product service or support.
Identification information specific to your generator (model number and serial number) can be found on generator’s
nameplate.
This manual contains important instructions for operating this generator. For your safety, and the
safety of others, be sure to read this manual thoroughly before operating the generator. Failure to
properly follow all instructions and precautions can cause you and others to be seriously hurt or
killed.
Date of Purchase:
Store/Dealer Purchased From:
Generator Model Number:
Generator Serial Number:
Northshore Power Systems, LLC
4425 N. Port Washington Rd., Suite 105
Milwaukee, WI 53212-1082 USA
TEL [phone]
honeywellgenerators.com
© 2008 Northshore Power Systems LLC
The Honeywell Trademark is used under license from
Honeywell International Inc.
Honeywell International Inc. makes no representations or
warranties with respect to this product.

PRODUCT REGISTRATION
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or register online at www.honeywellgenerators.com
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1 – PERSONAL INFORMATION
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DATE OF PURCHASE
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TOOL POWER
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$30,000 - $49,999 $150,000 – $174,999
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AUTOMOTIVE WORK
CAMPING
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CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES............................................................................................ 1
Safety Messages ............................................................................................................................................1
Location of Important Labels ..........................................................................................................................3
GETTING STARTED ............................................................................................................5
Unpacking Guidelines .....................................................................................................................................5
Record Generator Information ........................................................................................................................6
Assembly ........................................................................................................................................................7
Grounding the Generator ..............................................................................................................................10
Using Generator for Backup Power ..............................................................................................................11
COMPONENTS ..................................................................................................................13
OPERATION ......................................................................................................................15
Preparing for Operation ................................................................................................................................15
Generator Location .......................................................................................................................................15
Starting Generator ........................................................................................................................................15
Stopping Generator ......................................................................................................................................16
High Altitude Operation ................................................................................................................................16
Powering Appliances ....................................................................................................................................16
MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................................19
Maintenance Schedule .................................................................................................................................19
Engine Oil .....................................................................................................................................................20
Adding Fuel ..................................................................................................................................................22
Air Filter Maintenance ...................................................................................................................................23
Cleaning Fuel Sediment Cup ........................................................................................................................24
Spark Plug Service .......................................................................................................................................24
Cleaning Spark Arrestor Screen ...................................................................................................................25
Transporting Generator ................................................................................................................................26
Storing Generator .........................................................................................................................................26
TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................................................29
SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................................31
WARRANTIES ...................................................................................................................33
NORTHSHORE POWER SYSTEMS EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY ..............................................33
NORTHSHORE POWER SYSTEMS LIMITED WARRANTY ......................................................................35
INDEX .................................................................................................................................37
HW4000 MAINTENANCE PARTS .....................................................................................39

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES
NOTE:
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Since there are many variations in the circumstances sur-
rounding the installation, operation, and maintenance of
this generator unit, we cannot possibly anticipate or pro-
vide advice or safety messages to cover every situation.
Safety Messages
Signal Words
Safety messages are provided throughout this manual to
help prevent personal injury and equipment damage. All
safety messages are introduced by a signal word indicat-
ing the hazard level.
Hazard Symbols and Meanings
In addition to the signal words described above, the fol-
lowing symbols may be used to draw your attention to
specific types of hazards.
ANYONE using or servicing generator must read, understand, and follow all safety and operation instructions pro-
vided in product manual. Failure to closely follow these instructions can result in circumstances leading to death, seri-
ous injury, and property damage.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situa-
tion which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury to the operator or
to bystanders.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situa-
tion which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury to the operator or
to bystanders.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situa-
tion which, if not avoided, may result in
moderate or minor injury to the operator
or to bystanders.
Indicates a situation which, if not avoided,
may result in damage to generator com-
ponents.
Explosion Toxic fumes Fire
Chemical burn
Electrical shock
Hot surface
Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is a poi-
son you cannot see or smell.
NEVER use inside a home
or garage, EVEN IF doors
and windows are open.
Only use OUTSIDE and far
away from windows, doors, and
vents.

Safety Messages
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Electric Shock Hazards
Fire and Burn Hazards
Generator Damage Hazards
Generator produces powerful voltage that can cause
death or great physical harm.
• When using generator for backup power, notify utility
company. Use approved transfer equipment to isolate
generator from electric utility.
• NEVER connect to a building's electrical system unless
a transfer switch has been installed by a qualified elec-
trician.
• NEVER touch bare wires or receptacles.
• NEVER use generator with electrical cords that are
worn, frayed, bare, or otherwise damaged.
• NEVER operate generator in rain or snow, or when the
generator is set on wet surface.
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive under certain conditions.
• Refuel generator only outdoors, in a well-ventilated
area.
• NEVER enclose the generator in any structure.
• Keep generator at least 3 feet (1 meter) away from
buildings and other equipment during operation.
• NEVER fill fuel tank while the engine is running. Turn
generator OFF and allow to cool before filling with fuel.
• NEVER smoke or allow flames or sparks near the gen-
erator or where gasoline is stored.
• NEVER overfill the fuel tank (there should be no fuel in
the filler neck). After refueling, make sure the tank cap
is closed properly and securely.
• Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel
or fuel vapor may ignite. If any fuel is spilled, be sure
the area is dry before starting the engine.
• Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or
breathing of vapor.
The muffler becomes very hot during operation and
remains hot for a while after stopping the engine.
• NEVER touch hot surfaces and avoid hot gases.
• Let engine cool before storing the generator indoors.
Improper treatment or misuse of generator can cause per-
manent damage.
• NEVER tamper with governed speed. Generator sup-
plies correct rated frequency and voltage when running
at governed speed.
• NEVER modify generator in any way.
• Damage to generator caused by misuse or modification
is not covered under Warranty.

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Location of Important Labels
Location of Important Labels
Your generator is packaged with several labels which provide important safety and maintenance information. Samples of these
labels are provided below. Should any of these labels become illegible or damaged, contact Customer Hotline at 1-888-494-
3571 to request replacements.
PRODUCT LABEL PART NUMBER
A100884A
B100886A
C100887A
D100883A
E100879A
F100882A
G100885A
H100881A
A
C
B
D
E
F
A
G
H

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