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...Northshore Power Systems LLC The Honeywell Trademark is used under license from Honeywell International Inc. Please use spaces provided below to your generator. Identification information specific to write down important information about your generator (model number and serial ...and the safety of Purchase: Store/Dealer Purchased From: Generator Model Number: Generator Serial Number: Northshore Power Systems, LLC 4425 N. Honeywell International Inc. Congratulations on owning a Honeywell portable generator This manual contains important instructions for operating this information ...
...Northshore Power Systems LLC The Honeywell Trademark is used under license from Honeywell International Inc. Please use spaces provided below to your generator. Identification information specific to write down important information about your generator (model number and serial ...and the safety of Purchase: Store/Dealer Purchased From: Generator Model Number: Generator Serial Number: Northshore Power Systems, LLC 4425 N. Honeywell International Inc. Congratulations on owning a Honeywell portable generator This manual contains important instructions for operating this information ...
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... mail to the mailing address at the end of generator PURCHASE LOCATION: IN-STORE ONLINE STORE NAME PURCHASE PRICE $__________.00 FEATURES INFLUENCING PRODUCT PURCHASE BRAND REPUTATION PORTABILITY POWER RATING PRICE EASE OF USE SIZE/WEIGHT STYLE/APPEARANCE WARRANTY HOW DID YOU BECOME...
... mail to the mailing address at the end of generator PURCHASE LOCATION: IN-STORE ONLINE STORE NAME PURCHASE PRICE $__________.00 FEATURES INFLUENCING PRODUCT PURCHASE BRAND REPUTATION PORTABILITY POWER RATING PRICE EASE OF USE SIZE/WEIGHT STYLE/APPEARANCE WARRANTY HOW DID YOU BECOME...
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Owners Manual
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... ...5 Unpacking Guidelines ...5 Record Generator Information ...6 Assembly ...7 Grounding the Generator ...11 Using Generator for Backup Power ...12 COMPONENTS ...13 OPERATION ...15 Preparing for Operation ...15 Generator Location ...15 Starting Generator ...15 Stopping Generator ...17 High Altitude Operation ......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 HW5500/5500E MAINTENANCE PARTS 39 HW5500/5500E Portable Generator...
... ...5 Unpacking Guidelines ...5 Record Generator Information ...6 Assembly ...7 Grounding the Generator ...11 Using Generator for Backup Power ...12 COMPONENTS ...13 OPERATION ...15 Preparing for Operation ...15 Generator Location ...15 Starting Generator ...15 Stopping Generator ...17 High Altitude Operation ......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 HW5500/5500E MAINTENANCE PARTS 39 HW5500/5500E Portable Generator...
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... injury, and property damage. All safety messages are open. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which , if not avoided, may be used to draw your attention to generator components. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com 1 Indicates a situation which , if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury to the...
... injury, and property damage. All safety messages are open. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which , if not avoided, may be used to draw your attention to generator components. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com 1 Indicates a situation which , if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury to the...
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... receptacles. • NEVER use generator with fuel. • NEVER smoke or allow to spill fuel when refueling. Fuel and its vapors are worn, frayed, bare, or otherwise damaged. • NEVER operate generator in rain or snow, or when the generator is dry before storing the generator indoors. 2 www.honeywellgenerators.com HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual erator or...
... receptacles. • NEVER use generator with fuel. • NEVER smoke or allow to spill fuel when refueling. Fuel and its vapors are worn, frayed, bare, or otherwise damaged. • NEVER operate generator in rain or snow, or when the generator is dry before storing the generator indoors. 2 www.honeywellgenerators.com HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual erator or...
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... for any damage that all instructions and precautions can cause back or other bodily injury. NEVER lift generator without assistance. 1. HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com 5 GETTING STARTED Use the information in this Owner's Manual. Failure to closely follow these instructions can result in this section to thoroughly read , understand, and follow...
... for any damage that all instructions and precautions can cause back or other bodily injury. NEVER lift generator without assistance. 1. HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com 5 GETTING STARTED Use the information in this Owner's Manual. Failure to closely follow these instructions can result in this section to thoroughly read , understand, and follow...
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... empty of engine oil and fuel. Assembly Assembly Generator must be used specifically with HW5500E models. NEVER use wheel kit for any other bodily injury. NEVER lift generator without assistance. HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com 7 Generator is intended to either tilt generator on its side or elevate generator by placing solid wood pieces underneath unit. •...
... empty of engine oil and fuel. Assembly Assembly Generator must be used specifically with HW5500E models. NEVER use wheel kit for any other bodily injury. NEVER lift generator without assistance. HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com 7 Generator is intended to either tilt generator on its side or elevate generator by placing solid wood pieces underneath unit. •...
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... other bodily injury. carefully pull up and push to Generator FIGURE 3: Tip onto Generator Recoil Side 3. FIGURE 5: Support Leg Attachment to tilt generator backward. 5. Gently set on bottom of generator frame, using a 25 mm full-thread hex bolt and 13 mm...of each rubber stopper. 8 www.honeywellgenerators.com HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual NEVER lift generator without assistance. 1. Grip frame; FIGURE 4: Rubber Stopper Attachment to pre-drilled holes on flat, level surface. 2. Be sure generator is heavy! tighten until securely seated. Drain ...
... other bodily injury. carefully pull up and push to Generator FIGURE 3: Tip onto Generator Recoil Side 3. FIGURE 5: Support Leg Attachment to tilt generator backward. 5. Gently set on bottom of generator frame, using a 25 mm full-thread hex bolt and 13 mm...of each rubber stopper. 8 www.honeywellgenerators.com HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual NEVER lift generator without assistance. 1. Grip frame; FIGURE 4: Rubber Stopper Attachment to pre-drilled holes on flat, level surface. 2. Be sure generator is heavy! tighten until securely seated. Drain ...
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... Install pre-attached bracket to wheel axle; Using needlenose pliers, bend each end of cotter pin in hardware bag) to axle. Slide 9/16" washer onto axle. 3. FIGURE 7: Slide Wheel onto Wheel Axle HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com 9 Install... wheel axle brackets to install wheel axle. FIGURE 6: Wheel Axle Attached to Generator On each end of axle: 2. FIGURE 8: Cotter Pin Installation 7. ...
... Install pre-attached bracket to wheel axle; Using needlenose pliers, bend each end of cotter pin in hardware bag) to axle. Slide 9/16" washer onto axle. 3. FIGURE 7: Slide Wheel onto Wheel Axle HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com 9 Install... wheel axle brackets to install wheel axle. FIGURE 6: Wheel Axle Attached to Generator On each end of axle: 2. FIGURE 8: Cotter Pin Installation 7. ...
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.... • Remove rings, watches or any other metal objects on handle until it rests vertically against generator frame. • To return handles to frame using 40 mm washer style hex bolt and 10 mm flange serrated nut; Attach bracket to horizontal position, ... in Figure 9. If handle seems to contact eyes, skin, or clothing. Battery To use insulated/non-conducting tools when working with a plastic cable 10 www.honeywellgenerators.com HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual Slide handle bar through center of alternator with battery. Battery gases are explosive...
.... • Remove rings, watches or any other metal objects on handle until it rests vertically against generator frame. • To return handles to frame using 40 mm washer style hex bolt and 10 mm flange serrated nut; Attach bracket to horizontal position, ... in Figure 9. If handle seems to contact eyes, skin, or clothing. Battery To use insulated/non-conducting tools when working with a plastic cable 10 www.honeywellgenerators.com HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual Slide handle bar through center of alternator with battery. Battery gases are explosive...
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...on battery; fasten with nut and bolt provided. 3. If using generator, a ground wire must be grounded to the intended use of generator. tered with local utility companies. • If generator is used at a construction site, there may be Federal or State ...Generator Generator must be regis- fasten with nut and bolt provided. - + FIGURE 13: Ground Terminal iNOTE: The system ground is applied to AC neutral wire. iNOTE: While engine is running, a small "trickle" charge is not connected to starting battery.This keeps an adequate battery charge. HW5500/5500E Portable Generator...
...on battery; fasten with nut and bolt provided. 3. If using generator, a ground wire must be grounded to the intended use of generator. tered with local utility companies. • If generator is used at a construction site, there may be Federal or State ...Generator Generator must be regis- fasten with nut and bolt provided. - + FIGURE 13: Ground Terminal iNOTE: The system ground is applied to AC neutral wire. iNOTE: While engine is running, a small "trickle" charge is not connected to starting battery.This keeps an adequate battery charge. HW5500/5500E Portable Generator...
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...Improper connections to building's electrical system, consult your local utility company or a qualified electrician. Electrical current can be using generator for Backup Power Before connecting to a building's electrical system can feedback into utility lines. What is a device ...either a manual switch, an automatic switch or a combination of generator without backfeeding onto utility. 12 www.honeywellgenerators.com HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual Transfer switch is restored, generator may electrocute utility company workers or others who contact utility lines ...
...Improper connections to building's electrical system, consult your local utility company or a qualified electrician. Electrical current can be using generator for Backup Power Before connecting to a building's electrical system can feedback into utility lines. What is a device ...either a manual switch, an automatic switch or a combination of generator without backfeeding onto utility. 12 www.honeywellgenerators.com HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual Transfer switch is restored, generator may electrocute utility company workers or others who contact utility lines ...
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...Muffler reaches temperatures that can be pulled out to ON position when starting (HW5500); HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com 13 Power Cord/ Transfer Switch 120/240V 30...generator). • Power 240V appliances using 4-in fuel tank. Provides means to all outlets. I H G E A B L M F C D FIGURE 14: HW5500/5500E Portable Generator (Illustration shows battery, which is currently running (HW5500E) • STOP-Stops generator engine F-Recoil Starter Grip Handle Starts engine (HW5500). Choke Control Controls choke valve. Generator...
...Muffler reaches temperatures that can be pulled out to ON position when starting (HW5500); HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com 13 Power Cord/ Transfer Switch 120/240V 30...generator). • Power 240V appliances using 4-in fuel tank. Provides means to all outlets. I H G E A B L M F C D FIGURE 14: HW5500/5500E Portable Generator (Illustration shows battery, which is currently running (HW5500E) • STOP-Stops generator engine F-Recoil Starter Grip Handle Starts engine (HW5500). Choke Control Controls choke valve. Generator...
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... page 22. HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com 15 This is a poison you in good running condition. • Check engine oil level prior to each use inside homes, garages, crawl spaces, sheds, or similar enclosed spaces. Before starting generator, be using your generator, keep engine in minutes. • NEVER use generator inside a home Only use and match...
... page 22. HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com 15 This is a poison you in good running condition. • Check engine oil level prior to each use inside homes, garages, crawl spaces, sheds, or similar enclosed spaces. Before starting generator, be using your generator, keep engine in minutes. • NEVER use generator inside a home Only use and match...
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...to OFF position. Manual (Recoil) Start: Press engine control switch to snap back against engine. 16 www.honeywellgenerators.com HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual As engine warms up, and RPM stabilizes, gradually push in START position for more than you feel slight resistance. ...time, it may be an indication that battery should be recharged. Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains could result. • When using recoil starter, pull cord firmly and slowly until you notice engine cranking speed drop after 5 seconds, release engine start switch and wait ...
...to OFF position. Manual (Recoil) Start: Press engine control switch to snap back against engine. 16 www.honeywellgenerators.com HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual As engine warms up, and RPM stabilizes, gradually push in START position for more than you feel slight resistance. ...time, it may be an indication that battery should be recharged. Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains could result. • When using recoil starter, pull cord firmly and slowly until you notice engine cranking speed drop after 5 seconds, release engine start switch and wait ...
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... is appliance, or if rated load capacity of altitude on . The effect of generator has been exceeded. • Use suitable extension cords: If using generator. Disconnect appliance and determine whether problem is proper size (wire-gauge) to handle ... carburetor modification. Stopping Generator Stopping Generator In an emergency: Press and hold engine control switch to determine how much power you will stop flow of appliance. See Table 1 for 2-3 minutes. 3. Typical Appliance Running Wattages HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual www.honeywellgenerators...
... is appliance, or if rated load capacity of altitude on . The effect of generator has been exceeded. • Use suitable extension cords: If using generator. Disconnect appliance and determine whether problem is proper size (wire-gauge) to handle ... carburetor modification. Stopping Generator Stopping Generator In an emergency: Press and hold engine control switch to determine how much power you will stop flow of appliance. See Table 1 for 2-3 minutes. 3. Typical Appliance Running Wattages HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual www.honeywellgenerators...
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..., water pumps, and furnace blowers. Examples of this appliance. Be sure that power rating of generator. 18 www.honeywellgenerators.com HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual Starting appliances that of appliance does not exceed that have motors requires more power. ... 20-25 Vacuum cleaner* 1000-1440 Water heater (40 gal) 4500-5500 Water pump* (deep well) 250-1100 TABLE 1. Powering Appliances Appliance Typical Running Watts Dishwasher* 1200-2400 (using drying feature greatly increases energy consumption) Dehumidifier* 785 Electric blanket (Single/...
..., water pumps, and furnace blowers. Examples of this appliance. Be sure that power rating of generator. 18 www.honeywellgenerators.com HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual Starting appliances that of appliance does not exceed that have motors requires more power. ... 20-25 Vacuum cleaner* 1000-1440 Water heater (40 gal) 4500-5500 Water pump* (deep well) 250-1100 TABLE 1. Powering Appliances Appliance Typical Running Watts Dishwasher* 1200-2400 (using drying feature greatly increases energy consumption) Dehumidifier* 785 Electric blanket (Single/...
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... service and inspection at every indicated month or operating hour interval, whichever comes first. † Clean more often when using generator in Generator Maintenance Schedule (Table 2). Also disconnect both starting of use X‡ X‡ HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com 19 vents. • Shut off engine before operation, can cause a malfunction in good operating...
... service and inspection at every indicated month or operating hour interval, whichever comes first. † Clean more often when using generator in Generator Maintenance Schedule (Table 2). Also disconnect both starting of use X‡ X‡ HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com 19 vents. • Shut off engine before operation, can cause a malfunction in good operating...
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...hole. 5. FIGURE 23: Oil Fill Cap Removal 4. Replace oil fill cap and fully tighten. FIGURE 21: Engine Oil Level 20 www.honeywellgenerators.com HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual FIGURE 22: Engine Oil Level If oil level is at "H" or somewhere between the "L" and "H". Do not overfill.... API Performance Class SL, SJ, or better. Refer to read current oil level indicated on flat, level surface. 3. Engine Oil Recommendations Use 4-stroke oil, or equivalent high detergent, premium quality motor oil certified to oil fill hole but do not screw in RUN position. ...
...hole. 5. FIGURE 23: Oil Fill Cap Removal 4. Replace oil fill cap and fully tighten. FIGURE 21: Engine Oil Level 20 www.honeywellgenerators.com HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual FIGURE 22: Engine Oil Level If oil level is at "H" or somewhere between the "L" and "H". Do not overfill.... API Performance Class SL, SJ, or better. Refer to read current oil level indicated on flat, level surface. 3. Engine Oil Recommendations Use 4-stroke oil, or equivalent high detergent, premium quality motor oil certified to oil fill hole but do not screw in RUN position. ...