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HW5500/5500E Portable Generator Owner’s Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com 17
Stopping Generator
Stopping Generator
In an emergency:
Press and hold engine control switch to STOP position
until engine stops.
In normal use:
1. Turn OFF any connected appliances and unplug any
connected power cords.
2. Allow generator to run for 2-3 minutes.
3. Press engine control switch to STOP position.
4. Turn fuel valve to OFF position.
High Altitude Operation
At high altitudes, standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will
be excessively rich. Performance will decrease and fuel
consumption will increase.
High altitude performance can be improved by installing a
smaller diameter main fuel jet in the carburetor and then
readjusting the pilot screw. If you always operate the
engine at altitudes higher than 5000 feet (1500 meters)
above sea level, have an authorized generator dealer per-
form this carburetor modification.
Even with suitable carburetor jetting, engine horsepower
will decrease approximately 3.5% for each 1000 foot (300
meter) increase in altitude. The effect of altitude on horse-
power will be greater than this if no carburetor modifica-
tion is made.
Powering Appliances
NOTE:
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In this manual, the term “appliance” refers to any electri-
cal device that can be connected to generator for power.
Rules for Powering Appliances
• Plan carefully: Before using generator to power
appliances, take time to add power rating (watts) of
each appliance and verify that total wattage does not
exceed rated output of generator. Power rating infor-
mation can usually be found on an appliance’s prod-
uct label, or stamped inside or on back of appliance.
See Table1 for a listing of average appliance wattage
requirements.
• NEVER overload: Circuit breakers will stop flow of
electricity between generator and appliance if genera-
tor is overloaded. This will be indicated by a “tripped”
breaker. If this happens, power off and disconnect
appliance(s), wait a few minutes, and then push to
reset circuit breaker.
• Pay attention to appliance operation: If appliance
begins to operate abnormally, becomes sluggish, or
stops suddenly, turn it OFF immediately. Disconnect
appliance and determine whether problem is appli-
ance, or if rated load capacity of generator has been
exceeded.
• Use suitable extension cords: If using an extension
cord to connect appliance to generator, use only UL-
listed, three-prong extension cords. Be sure exten-
sion cord is proper size (wire-gauge) to handle elec-
tric load that will be plugged into it.
Appliance Wattage Information
Use table below as a guide to determine how much power
you will need to run appliances using generator.
If engine jetted for high altitude is used at lower altitude, lean
air fuel mixture will reduce performance and may over-heat
and seriously damage the engine.
NEVER start generator with electrical appliances plugged in
and turned on.
Faulty appliances and power cords can result in elec-
trical shock.
• Before attempting to power an appliance, be sure genera-
tor has been properly grounded, and that appliance and
power cord are in good working order.
Do not run power cords under carpet, rugs, or other materi-
als where heat might build up or cord damage may go unno-
ticed.
The values provided in following table are estimates only.
• ALWAYS verify actual wattage requirements for appliance
you will be powering. Check labels inside or on the back
of appliance, refer to appliance operating manuals, or
contact appliance manufacturer.
Appliance Typical Running Watts
Air Conditioner*
• Central
3500
• Window
500-1440
Aquarium 50-1210
Clock radio 10
Coffee maker 900-1200
Washing machine 350-500
Electric dryer 1800-5000
Iron 1000-1800
TABLE 1. Typical Appliance Running Wattages