Master Lock Power Supply MGH3000G User Manual

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PORTABLE GASOLINE  
GENERATORS  
OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL  
Generator Models: HWI3000, MGH3000G, MGH3000, MGH3000PR, MGH4000C, MGH4000CI,  
MGH5000D, MGH5000DI, MGH5000DIE, MGH6000D, MGH6000DI, MGH6500IE, and MGH10000A  
IMPORTANT: Read and understand this manual before operating or servicing  
generator. Improper use of generator can cause serious injury. Keep this  
manual for future reference.  
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SAFETY  
PRODUCT  
IDENTIFICATION  
INFORMATION  
Continued  
9. Only a qualified electrical service per-  
son should service and repair generator.  
• Generator produces high voltage.  
Use extreme caution when working  
on electrical parts.  
Gas Cap/Fuel Gauge  
Control  
Panel  
• Always remove spark plug wire from  
spark plug before servicing. This will  
prevent accidental starting.  
When working on generator, avoid hot  
muffler, exhaust manifold, and engine  
parts. Severe burns may occur.  
FUEL  
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120 Volt  
Receptacle  
• Do not work on generator when tired.  
• Use only factory approved replace-  
ment parts.  
Full Power  
Selector Switch  
120 Volt  
Receptacle  
(GFCI)  
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10. Store generator in a well-vented area.  
Make sure fuel tank is empty. Never  
store with fuel in tank. Vapors may  
reach an open flame or spark. Fire or  
explosion may result.  
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ONLY  
120  
240V  
120/240 VOLTS  
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120 Volt  
Receptacle  
(Duplex)  
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RESET  
RESET  
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Provision for  
Auto-Idle Switch  
11. Never operate generator  
• if engine speed changes greatly  
• if engine misfires often  
Run Lamp  
Hour Meter  
• if powered items overheat  
• if electrical output drops  
• if it is sparking  
• if it produces smoke or flames  
• if it vibrates at high levels  
• if it has a damaged receptacle  
Roll Cage  
Gas Tank  
120/240 Volt  
Receptacle  
Circuit  
Breaker  
12. Keep generator and nearby areas clean.  
• Keep generator free of oil, mud, and  
other foreign matter.  
Choke  
Lever  
• Remove anything that creates slip-  
pery areas around generator.  
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• Remove oily rags and other items  
that create fire hazards.  
Fuel  
Valve  
Lever  
• Keep a fire extinguisher nearby.  
Make sure it is rated ABC by the  
NFPA. They are good for all uses.  
Consult your local fire department.  
• Keep fire extinguisher well main-  
tained. Be familiar with its use.  
13. Know how to stop engine quickly.  
Know how to use all controls.  
Ground  
Lug  
14. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can  
cause hearing loss.  
Starter Grip  
• When working around generator,  
wear approved hearing protection.  
• Remember neighbors when using  
generator.  
Alternator  
Engine  
Engine ON/  
OFF Switch  
Oil Dipstick  
Figure 1 - Portable Generator (Model MGH4000C Shown)  
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PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS  
HIGH AND LOW  
GENERAL  
VENTILATION  
TEMPERATURE  
OPERATION  
INFORMATION  
DANGER: Use only in well-  
ventedareas.Makesureareahas  
plenty of free-moving, fresh, out-  
side air. Never run generator in  
an enclosed or confined area.  
Never run generator inside occu-  
pied building. Engine exhaust  
containspoisonouscarbonmon-  
oxide gas. Overexposure will  
causelossofconsciousnessand  
will lead to death.  
Master portable generators are rugged and  
compact. These generators use brushless  
alternators for dependable, trouble-free ser-  
vice. Honda gasoline engines provide long  
life under heavy use. Honda engines have  
overheadvalves(OHV). Thisprovideshigh  
performance with lower fuel consumption.  
These engines are governed to maintain  
enginespeedof3600RPMunderload.3600  
RPM engine speed provides 120/240V, 60  
Hz power.  
Air temperature affects generator output.  
Output drops 1% for each 10° temperature  
rise above 60° F. Very low temperatures may  
make the engine hard to start. See engine  
owner’s manual for more information.  
Thisgeneratorneedscoolingairtorunprop-  
erly. Never block free-flowing, cooling air  
to generator. Overheating will occur with-  
out cooling air. This will damage the gen-  
erator. Keep generator at least three feet  
away from any object.  
Additional Features  
• Circuit breaker protection  
• Spark-arresting muffler (except model  
MGH10000A)  
• Large fuel tank  
• Oil alert system  
DUST, DIRT, RAIN,  
AND SNOW  
• Electric starter (models MGH5000DIE,  
MGH6500IE, and MGH10000A only)  
• 15-Amp ground fault circuit interrupter  
(GFCI) receptacle (Except HWI3000  
Model)  
WARNING: Do not use gen-  
erator outdoors in rain or snow.  
Do not use generator near stand-  
ing water or snow. Do not use if  
generator is wet or damp. Oper-  
ating generator in these condi-  
tions increases the risk of elec-  
trocution. Severe injury or death  
can occur.  
UNPACKING  
1. Remove generator from carton.  
2. Remove any protective packaging ap-  
plied to generator for shipment.  
Do not use generator in extremely dusty or  
dirtyconditions. Thiswillseverelyaffectits  
life. Keep generator clean. Do not allow  
dust, dirt, rain, or snow to collect on it.  
Protect generator from outdoor elements.  
3. Check for loose or missing parts. Check  
for shipping damage. If any parts are  
missing or damaged, promptly inform  
dealer where you bought generator.  
4. Battery cables are supplied for models  
MGH5000DIE, MGH6500IE, and  
MGH10000A only. These cables are in  
a separate bag inside generator carton.  
You must install these cables to engine.  
See Battery, page 8 for installation in-  
structions.  
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MGH5000D  
MGH5000DI  
SPECIFICATIONS  
MGH4000C  
MODEL  
HWI3000  
MGH3000G  
MGH3000  
MGH3000PR MGH4000CI MGH5000DIE  
Electrical  
Rated Wattage  
2500  
2500  
2500  
2500  
4000  
5000  
Rated Amperage  
120 V  
20.8  
––  
20.8  
––  
20.8  
––  
20.8  
––  
33.3  
16.7  
41.7  
20.8  
240 V  
Receptacle  
120-V Duplex  
––  
Yes  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
––  
––  
––  
––  
––  
Yes  
––  
Yes  
––  
120-V, 20-A Duplex  
120-V, 15-A GFCI  
120-V Twist-Lock  
120/240-V Twist-Lock  
120-V Full-Power Switch  
120/240-V, 50-A  
Yes  
No  
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
No  
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
No  
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
30 Amp  
20 Amp  
Yes  
30 Amp  
20 Amp  
Yes  
No  
No  
General  
Honda Engine H.P.  
Honda Model  
Fuel Type  
5.5  
GX160K1VX  
Gasoline  
3.9 qt.  
5.5  
GX160K1VX  
Gasoline  
3.9 qt.  
5.5  
GX160K1VX  
Gasoline  
3.9 qt.  
5.0  
GC160VXA  
Gasoline  
3.9 qt.  
Yes  
8
GX240K1VA  
Gasoline  
5 gal.  
9
GX270VA  
Gasoline  
8 gal.  
Fuel Tank Capacity  
Oil Alert System  
Start Method  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Recoil  
Recoil  
Recoil  
Recoil  
84  
Recoil  
139  
Recoil/Elec.  
173  
Weight (pounds)  
85.5  
85.5  
85.5  
* Single-phase, 1.0 power factor  
MGH6000D  
MODEL  
MGH6000DI  
MGH6500IE  
MGH10000A  
Electrical  
Rated Wattage  
6000  
6500  
10,000  
Rated Amperage  
120 V  
Note: Ratings apply to SAE standard  
conditions. Reduce ratings 3 /2% for  
each 1000 feet above sea level and 1%  
foreach10°Fahrenheitriseabove60°F.  
50  
25  
57  
28.3  
83.3  
41.7  
1
240 V  
Receptacle  
120-V Duplex  
Yes  
––  
Yes  
––  
Yes  
––  
120-V, 20-A Duplex  
120-V, 15-A GFCI  
120-V Twist-Lock  
120/240-V Twist-Lock  
120-V Full-Power Switch  
120/240-V, 50-A  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
30 Amp  
20 Amp  
Yes  
30 Amp  
30 Amp  
No  
30 Amp  
30 Amp  
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
General  
Honda Engine H.P.  
Honda Model  
Fuel Type  
11  
GX340K1VA  
Gasoline  
8 gal.  
13  
GX390K1VXE  
Gasoline  
8 gal.  
20  
GX620VXA3  
Gasoline  
13 gal.  
Yes  
Fuel Tank Capacity  
Oil Alert System  
Start Method  
Yes  
Yes  
Recoil  
Electric  
247  
Electric  
350  
Weight (pounds)  
191  
* Single-phase, 1.0 power factor  
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PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS  
FULL POWER SELECTOR  
SWITCH  
All models except HWI3000, MGH3000G,  
MGH3000, MGH3000PR, MGH6500IE,  
andMGH10000Ahaveafullpowerselector  
switch on the control panel. The switch has  
two positions: 120 VOLT ONLY, and 120/  
240 VOLT.  
ELECTRIC START  
GENERATOR  
FEATURES  
(Models MGH5000DIE,  
MGH6500IE, and MGH10000A)  
Models MGH5000DIE, MGH6500IE, and  
MGH10000A have electric starters. A bat-  
tery is not supplied with generator. You  
must provide a 12-volt, 32-amp-hour bat-  
tery. For more battery information, see Bat-  
tery, page 8.  
OIL ALERT SYSTEM  
Theoilalertsystemprotectstheenginefrom  
low oil damage. This system automatically  
shuts down the engine and prevents engine  
restarting if the oil level falls too low.  
120 VOLT ONLY: This position sends full  
power to the 120V receptacles only. 240V  
power is not available. Use this position  
when powering 120V items only.  
Note:Whenthishappens, theengineswitch  
remains in the ON position. The oil alert  
system is wired into the ON/OFF Switch.  
GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT  
INTERRUPTER RECEPTACLE  
If this system shuts down the engine, the  
engine will not start until you add oil. Add  
oil to engine (see Engine Oil, page 7).  
120/240VOLT:Thispositionsendsfullpower  
to the 120/240V receptacle. It also powers the  
120Vreceptaclesatreducedwattagecapacity.  
All models (Except HWI3000) have a 120-  
volt ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)  
receptacle. The GFCI receptacle is on the  
control panel or top cover of alternator (mod-  
els MGH3000G, MGH3000, and  
MGH3000PR only). The GFCI protects you  
againsthazardouselectricalshockcausedwhen  
your body becomes a path through which  
electricity travels to reach ground. This could  
happen when you touch an appliance or cord  
that is ‘live’ through faulty mechanism, damp  
or worn insulation, etc.  
Note: Operate generator on a level surface.  
If not level, the oil may flow away from the  
oil level sensing device. This will cause the  
oil alert system to shut down engine.  
IMPORTANT: Do not move the full power  
selector switch while powering electrical  
items.Unplugallitemsbeforemovingswitch.  
Failure to do so can damage switch. Models  
HWI3000, MGH3000G, MGH3000,  
See engine owner’s manual for more  
information.  
MGH3000PR,  
MGH6500IE,  
and  
MGH10000A do not have this switch. These  
models provide full power to all receptacles.  
When protected by the GFCI, you may still  
feel a shock, but the GFCI should cut it off  
quickly. A person in normal health should  
notreceiveseriousinjury. Note:Infantsand  
very small children may still be affected.  
Model  
MGH3000PR  
120/240 VOLT  
Position  
120 VOLT ONLY  
Position  
Test Procedure  
Check the GFCI receptacle every month.  
This insures it is working right.  
Figure 3 - Full Power Selector Switch  
1. Push black TEST button. Red RESET  
button should pop out. This should trip  
GFCI, resulting in no electrical power  
at receptacle. Verify this by plugging  
test lamp with good bulb into recep-  
tacle. If lamp does not work, GFCI re-  
ceptacle is good.  
AUTO-IDLE SYSTEM  
The Auto-Idle System allows the engine to  
idle down or run at a slower speed when the  
generator is not being used to supply power.  
The Auto-idle system can be turned ON or  
OFF by a rocker switch on the control panel.  
When the switch is in the OFF position, the  
engine runs at full speed all of the time. When  
the switch is in the ON position, the engine  
slows down to idle speed until an electrical  
load is applied. When a load is applied to the  
generator (an electrical item is plugged in and  
turned on) the engine speeds up to the preset  
speed required to produce the correct voltage.  
Models HWI3000,  
MGH3000G, MGH3000,  
MGH4000C, MGH4000CI,  
MGH5000D, MGH5000DI,  
MGH6000D, and  
MGH6000DI  
ENGINE SW  
ON  
OFF  
WARNING: If RESET button  
does not pop out, do not use the  
GFCI receptacle. Contact a quali-  
fied electrician for repairs.  
HONDA  
Models  
MGH5000DIE,  
MGH6500IE, and  
MGH10000A  
ON  
IMPORTANT: A minimum current load of  
1 Amp is required to disengage the auto idle  
solenoid and cause the engine to come up to  
speed for correct voltage. Powering items at  
reduced engine speed will damage genera-  
tor and powered items.  
OFF  
START  
ENGINE SW  
CIRCUIT  
BREAKER  
Figure 2 - Engine Switch Location  
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RECEPTACLE CIRCUIT  
BREAKER  
GENERATOR  
FEATURES  
The circuit breakers protect the receptacles  
and alternator. Overloading generator will  
trip circuit breaker. A short circuit in item  
being powered will also trip breaker. If this  
occurs, unplug electrical load from recep-  
tacle. Let circuit breaker cool down. Push  
circuit breaker button to reset.  
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Oil Level  
At Top Of  
Filler Neck  
2. If the GFCI receptacle tests okay, re-  
store power by pushing the RESET  
button back in. The test lamp should  
work at this time. IMPORTANT: You  
must press the RESET button firmly  
and fully. It should lock into place. If  
the GFCI does not lock into place, do  
not use receptacle. Contact a qualified  
electrician for repairs.  
Dipstick  
Electricmotorsneedhigherstartingcurrent.  
They require up to three-times their rated  
wattage to start. The starting current needed  
may be too high. This can cause nuisance  
circuit breaker tripping. To help prevent  
this, start electric motors first. Connect ad-  
ditional items to generator after starting  
motors. If this continues to happen, reduce  
the total generator load.  
Oil  
Figure 7 - Checking Oil Level (Model  
MGH4000C Shown)  
FUEL  
WARNING:Gasolinepresents  
a hazard of fire or explosion.  
Gasoline is flammable. Its vapor  
is explosive.  
• Keep fuel out of children’s  
reach.  
RESET  
TEST  
Normal  
20  
Tripped  
20  
Refuel generator in a well-  
ventedarea.Donotfillfueltank  
in the dark. Do not refuel while  
engine is running. Unhook all  
electrical loads and shut off  
engine before refueling.  
Figure 6 - Receptacle Circuit Breaker  
Button  
Note: High ambient temperature will cause  
nuisance tripping.  
Figure 4 - GFCI Receptacle  
ENGINE CIRCUIT BREAKER  
(Models MGH5000DIE,  
MGH6500IE, and MGH10000A)  
This circuit breaker, or fuse, protects the  
battery charging circuit. A short circuit will  
trip the circuit breaker. The circuit breaker  
will also trip if you install battery wrong.  
Push circuit breaker button to reset. On  
Model MGH10000A, the fuse is located  
inside of the Keyswitch box.  
ENGINE OIL  
We ship the generator without oil in the  
engine crankcase. You must add oil before  
starting engine. See engine owner’s manual  
for specific oil type.  
• Do not overfill fuel tank. Al-  
ways allow room for fuel to  
expand.Ifyouoverfilltank,fuel  
can overflow onto hot engine.  
This can cause fire or explo-  
sion. After refueling, tightly  
close fuel tank cap.  
• Do not spill fuel. Fuel or fuel  
vapor may ignite. If fuel spills,  
make sure area is dry before  
starting engine.  
CHECKING OIL LEVEL AND  
ADDING OIL  
Follow steps below to check oil level. Make  
sure engine is level and stopped.  
ON  
• Never smoke in refueling area.  
Never allow open flames or  
sparks in area.  
• Store fuel in approved con-  
tainer. Store fuel in a well-  
ventedareafreeofopenflames  
or sparks.  
1. Remove dipstick (see Figure 7). Wipe  
dipstick clean.  
OFF  
START  
2. Insert dipstick into oil filler neck. Do  
not screw it in. Oil level should be at  
top of filler neck. Oil should cover most  
of dipstick. For Model MGH10000A  
only, the oil should be between the two  
dots on dipstick.  
ENGINE SW  
Engine Circuit  
Breaker Button  
CIRCUIT  
BREAKER  
ON/push OFF  
Use clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline. Use  
gasoline with octane rating of 86 or higher.  
Service station gasoline pumps should dis-  
play the octane rating. Using gasoline with  
lower octane level could damage engine.  
Avoid getting dirt, dust, or water in fuel  
tank. Do not mix oil with gasoline.  
3. If level is low, fill to top of oil filler neck  
(see Figure 7). For Model MGH10000A  
only, fill to top dot on dipstick. Only use  
oil recommended in engine owner’s  
manual.  
Figure 5 - Engine Circuit Breaker  
Note: If oil level is too low, oil alert system  
will shutdown engine and prevent engine  
from restarting.  
See engine owner’s manual for more  
information.  
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PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS  
Always wear safety glasses when working  
with battery. Make sure battery terminals  
are clean. Make sure cable connections are  
tight.  
HANDLES AND  
BATTERY  
(Models MGH5000DIE,  
TOP COVER  
MGH6500IE, and MGH10000A)  
(Model MGH10000A)  
Always shut down engine before removing  
or attaching battery cables. Always remove  
the negative (–) cable first. Always attach  
negative (–) cable last.  
WARNING: Battery gives off  
explosive gases. Keep sparks,  
flames, and cigarettes away. Do  
not remove or install battery  
cables when engine is cranking  
or running. Only service or use  
battery in a well-vented area.  
Follow the steps below to attach the handles  
and top cover to Model MGH10000A:  
1. Remove the two bolts, lock nuts, and  
washers holding side panels to control  
panel end of roll cage. Insert bolts with  
washers through two holes in the  
handle and then back through roll cage  
and side screen panels (See Figure 8).  
Tighten the lock nuts against the side  
screen panels.  
INSTALLING BATTERY  
CABLES TO ENGINE  
1. Attach the red, positive (+) battery  
cable to the starter solenoid on engine  
(see Figure 10). The starter solenoid is  
located directly above the starter on  
Model MGH10000A. This cable is fac-  
tory installed.  
WARNING: Battery contains  
sulfuric acid. Contact with skin  
or eyes may cause severe burns.  
Do not tilt generator with battery  
installed.Tiltingcouldcausebat-  
tery acid to spill. Wear protective  
clothing and face shield when  
servicing. Keep out of children’s  
reach.  
2. Place top cover on top of generator roll  
cage with notch on control panel side.  
Use four #8 sems screws provided to  
attach cover to roll cage (See Figure 9).  
CAUTION:Donotovertighten  
positive terminal on starter sole-  
noid. Positive terminal could ro-  
tate and cut into negative termi-  
nal, causing a short.  
Roll Cage  
• If battery acid gets on your  
skin, wash with water.  
• Ifbatteryacidgetsinyoureyes,  
flushwithwateratleast15min-  
utes. Call a doctor at once.  
Battery acid is poisonous.  
• If swallowed, drink large  
amounts of water or milk. Fol-  
low with milk of magnesia or  
vegetable oil. Call a doctor at  
once.  
2. Attach the black, negative (–) battery cable  
to the engine block. Use the bolt, nut, and  
two washers provided with the battery  
cables. Use long mounting hole on oppo-  
site side of engine from starter solenoid.  
Attach cable as shown in Figure 11.  
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Washers  
Bolts  
Lock Nuts  
Handle  
CAUTION: If you remove bat-  
tery, insulate the red, positive (+)  
battery cable terminal. Insulate  
with electrical tape. Exposed ter-  
minal may spark when generator  
runs.  
Starter  
Solenoid  
Figure8–AttachingHandlestoRollCage  
SEMS Screws  
Top Cover  
Red, Positive (+)  
Battery Cable  
IMPORTANT: Make sure battery connec-  
tions are the correct polarity. Electric start  
generators use negative ground, 12-volt DC  
starting system.  
Figure 10 - Connecting Red, Positive (+)  
Battery Cable to Engine Starter Solenoid  
(Model MGH6500IE Shown)  
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Models MGH5000DIE, MGH6500IE, and  
MGH10000A have an electric starter. A  
battery is not supplied with generator. You  
must provide a 12-volt, 32-amp-hour bat-  
tery.Thepositiveandnegativebatterycables  
are supplied with generator. You must in-  
stall these cables before mounting battery.  
SEMS  
Screws  
Black,  
Negative (–)  
Battery Cable  
Figure 9 – Attaching Top Cover to Roll  
Cage  
Figure 11 - Connecting Black, Negative (-)  
Battery Cable to Engine Block (Model  
MGH6500IE Shown)  
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BATTERY  
GENERATOR  
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MOUNTING BATTERY TO  
GENERATOR  
1. Secure battery to generator by battery  
hold-down system. This system con-  
sists of the battery mounting bracket,  
hook bolts, and nut (see Figure 12).  
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WARNING: You must prop-  
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TO STARTER  
SOLENOID  
fore starting. This will help guard  
against deadly electric shock.  
Only use grounded plugs with  
generator.Onlyusegroundedex-  
tension cords. Only use three-  
wire or double-insulated power  
Note: Model MGH10000A battery is  
located on opposite side as shown (see  
Figure 13).  
Figure 14 - Connecting Positive and  
Negative Cables to Battery  
(Model MGH6500IE Shown)  
tools.  
2. Locate the red, positive (+) battery  
cable from starter solenoid. Connect it  
to the positive (+) battery terminal (see  
Figures 14 and 15).  
Grounding generator helps prevent electric  
shock from a ground fault condition. Locate  
ground lug on end of generator housing (see  
Figure 16). Attach a #10 stranded-copper  
ground wire to ground lug. Drive grounding  
point into ground. Grounding point can be a  
stake, grounding rod, or pipe. Grounding  
point should be copper or brass. Attach  
ground wire to grounding point. You must  
supplythegroundwireandgroundingpoint.  
These do not come with generator. Follow  
the National Electrical Code and all state  
and local codes. Consult your power com-  
pany or a licensed electrician.  
TO STARTER  
SOLENOID  
TO ENGINE  
3. Locate the black, negative (–) battery  
cable attached to engine block. Connect  
it to the negative (–) battery terminal  
(see Figures 14 and 15).  
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4. Check battery before starting engine.  
Make sure fluid levels are full. Make  
sure battery is charged.  
See engine owner’s manual for more  
information.  
Figure 15 - Connecting Positive and  
Negative Cables to Battery  
(Model MGH10000A Shown)  
Battery Mounting Bracket  
WARNING: For a grounding  
point, do not use metal pipe be-  
ing used to carry combustible  
materials or gases.  
Nut  
EXTENSION  
CORDS  
Only use grounded extension cords. Be sure  
touseextensioncordwithproperwiregauge  
size. See chart below.  
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Recommended Minimum Wire  
Gauges (AWG) for Extension  
Cords  
Copper or  
Brass  
Grounding  
Point  
Figure 12 - Battery Hold-Down System  
(Model MGH6500IE Shown)  
Ampere  
Load  
AWG for Length of  
Cord in Feet  
Nut  
Battery  
Mounting  
Bracket  
50'  
100'  
150'  
Battery  
2
3
18  
18  
16  
16  
16  
16  
16  
14  
14  
12  
10  
18  
18  
16  
16  
16  
14  
14  
14  
12  
12  
10  
18  
18  
16  
16  
14  
12  
12  
12  
10  
10  
8
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Alternator  
4
5
6
Figure 16 - Grounding Generator  
(Model MGH4000C Shown)  
8
Hook  
Bolt  
10  
12  
14  
16  
20  
Figure 13 - Battery Hold-Down System  
(Model MGH10000A Shown)  
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PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS  
ent size motors. For example: an elec-  
1. Make two lists of items you want pow-  
ered by generator. List all motors and  
motor powered appliances in one. List  
all lights, small appliances, etc. in the  
other. For standby service to home or  
building, only include items you must  
power.  
STANDBY  
tric motor nameplate states 5 amps at  
120 volts. 5 amps x 120 volts = 600  
watts running. Multiply this figure by  
3. This will show the starting watts  
needed. 600 watts x 3 = 1800 watts to  
start. When figuring the generator load  
for motors, you must use the starting  
watts figure. Do not use the running  
watts figure. Note: Some motors re-  
quire nearly the same wattage to run as  
to start. These items include saws,  
drills, hair dryers, and food mixers. See  
Chart 1 for typical appliance wattage  
examples.  
INSTALLATION TO  
HOME OR  
BUILDING  
WARNING: Have standby in-  
stallation performed by a skilled,  
licensed electrician. Do not let  
anyone else wire into a utility  
circuit. Personal injury, equip-  
mentdamage,ordamagetohome  
could occur.  
2. Enter running watts of each item ex-  
cept motors. The light bulb or appliance  
nameplate lists its wattage. Remember,  
1KW = 1000 watts. Note: The name-  
plate may not list wattage. It may only  
list volts and amps. The formula for  
finding wattage is: Volts x Amps =  
Watts. For example: An appliance  
nameplate states 3 amps at 120 volts. 3  
amps x 120 volts = 360 watts.  
IMPORTANT: This generator will not  
power your entire home. Most home utility  
electric service is more than 60 amps. This  
will exceed generator output. Only power  
needed items during a power outage. Make  
sure total wattage of electrical load does not  
exceed rated wattage of generator.  
4. Add watts and starting watts of all  
items. This total must not be larger than  
the rated wattage of your generator. It  
is a good idea to have up to 25% extra  
capacity for future needs or extra  
equipment.  
3. Electric motors present a special prob-  
lem. They require up to three-times  
their rated wattage to start. Chart 2,  
below, shows starting watts for differ-  
You may need to use this generator as a  
standby power source. During a power out-  
age, the generator will power selected items  
in a building. Have generator and additional  
wiring installed by a skilled, licensed elec-  
trician. This is not a do-it-yourself job. Fol-  
low all local codes.  
Chart 1 - Typical Electric Appliance Wattages  
Running Starting  
Running Starting  
Equipment  
Watts  
Watts  
Equipment  
Watts  
Watts  
Light bulb (100W)  
Radio  
Fan  
100  
150  
200  
400  
100  
150  
600  
400  
1/2" Drill  
Toaster  
Coffee maker  
Skillet  
1000  
1200  
1200  
1200  
1200  
1250  
1200  
1200  
1200  
1500  
Television  
WARNING: The electrician  
mustinstalladouble-throwtrans-  
fer switch. This isolates existing  
electrical circuits from the utility  
power line. If not isolated, gen-  
erator output will back-feed into  
utility power line. This may elec-  
trocute a power company line  
repair person.  
Furnace fan (1/3 hp)  
with blower  
14" Chain saw  
Water well pump  
(1/2 hp)  
Hot plate/range  
(per burner)  
10" Table saw  
Water heater  
(storage-type)  
600  
600  
700  
800  
800  
1000  
1800  
750  
2100  
2400  
1000  
1000  
Vacuum cleaner  
Sump pump (1/3 hp)  
Refrigerator/freezer  
6" Circular saw  
Floodlight  
1000  
3000  
1500  
2000  
1500  
6000  
5000  
5000  
Chart 2  
Approximate Starting Watts*  
Repulsion  
DETERMINING  
Motor  
HP  
Rating  
Approximate  
Running  
Watts  
Universal  
Motors  
Split  
Phase  
Motors  
ELECTRICAL LOAD  
FOR GENERATOR  
Induction  
Motors  
Capacitor  
Motors  
(small appliance)  
1/8  
1/4  
1/3  
1/2  
3/4  
1
1 1/2  
2
3
500  
700  
800  
1100  
1400  
1700  
2100  
2450  
3600  
625  
875  
1100  
1550  
1750  
2400  
3100  
3750  
4620  
5400  
7900  
1500  
2100  
2400  
3300  
4200  
5100  
6300  
7350  
10800  
2250  
3150  
3600  
4950  
x
x
x
x
x
You must decide what electrical load your  
generator can power. Do this before using  
generator. Use the following four-step  
method. It will help you select a load that is  
not too large. Make sure total wattage of all  
electrical loads does not exceed rated watt-  
age of generator. For rated wattage of your  
generator, see Specifications, page 5. Elec-  
tric motors present a special problem when  
figuring load. Read Step 3 carefully.  
1000  
1375  
1750  
2125  
2625  
3075  
x
* – Always use starting watts, not running watts, when figuring correct electrical load.  
x – Motors of higher horsepower are not generally used.  
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Model MGH10000A also has a 120/240V,  
50-amp receptacle (see Figure 17).  
POWER CORD AND PLUG  
REQUIREMENTS  
OPERATION  
GENERAL INFORMATION  
This generator is not large enough to power  
your entire home. Do not connect generator  
Model HWI3000 has only the 120V, 20-  
amp duplex receptacle.  
120V, 30-amp twist-lock receptacle  
• NEMA L5-30P plug  
Models MGH3000G, MGH3000 and  
• Three-wire, 30-amp cord  
toanyexistingelectricalcircuits.Plugitems MGH3000PR have only the 120V, 15-amp  
directly into generator receptacles. Do not GFCI duplex receptacle.  
exceedamperageratingofreceptacles.Only  
120/240V, 20 or 30-amp twist-lock  
receptacle  
120V, 15-Amp GFCI Duplex  
use grounded cords.  
• NEMA L14-20P (20-amp) or L14-30P  
(30-amp) plug  
120V, 15-Amp Duplex  
DANGER: Use only in well-  
• Four-wire, 20-amp or 30-amp cord  
ventedareas.Makesureareahas  
plenty of free-moving, fresh, out-  
side air. Never run generator in  
an enclosed or confined area.  
Never run generator inside occu-  
pied building. Engine exhaust  
containspoisonouscarbonmon-  
oxide gas. Overexposure will  
causelossofconsciousnessand  
will lead to death.  
120/240V, 20 or  
30-Amp Twist-Lock  
120/240V, 50-amp receptacle  
• NEMA L14-50P  
120 VOLTS  
• Four-wire, 50-amp cord  
RESET  
TEST  
120  
ONLY  
120  
240V  
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Twist-Lock  
DANGER:Neverconnectgen-  
erator to any existing electrical  
circuits.Thegeneratoroutputwill  
back-feed into the utility power  
line.Thismayelectrocuteapower  
companylinerepairperson.Also,  
if generator is powering electri-  
calcircuits,thechanceofanelec-  
trical fire exists.  
RESET  
RESET  
240 VO  
LTS  
RESET  
RESET  
Note:Wesupplytheengineowner’smanual  
with generator. Refer to that manual for  
questions concerning engine operation.  
USING RECEPTACLE  
Note: Do not exceed amperage rating of  
receptacles. Exceeding rating will trip re-  
ceptacle circuit breaker.  
120/240V, 50-Amp  
(Model MGH10000A only)  
Figure 18 - Cord and Plug Configurations  
Figure 17 - Receptacle Locations  
Use receptacles properly. Improper use could  
damage generator. Use only grounded exten-  
sion cords. Power only grounded or double-  
insulated items. Do not overload receptacles.  
All generators (except models HWI3000,  
MGH3000G, MGH3000, and MGH3000PR)  
have the following receptacles (see Figure 17):  
• 120V, 15-amp GFCI duplex receptacle  
• 120V, 30-amp twist-lock receptacle  
• 120/240V, 20 or 30-amp twist-lock  
receptacle  
• 120V, 15-amp duplex receptacle  
Continued  
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4. Start the engine.  
Choke Rod  
Pulled Out  
(Closed  
OPERATION  
A. Recoil Starter  
Continued  
Move engine lever or turn engine  
Position)  
PRESTART  
switch to the ON position (see Figures  
22 and 23). Remove slack from starter  
rope by lightly pulling starter grip.  
Next, pull starter rope briskly.  
Operate generator on a firm, dry, and clean  
surface. The surface must be level. Protect  
generator from heavy dust, sand, dirt, rain,  
orsnow. Donotlocategeneratornearstand-  
ing water and snow. Make sure area is well-  
vented.  
IMPORTANT: Do not let starter grip  
snap back against engine. Return it gen-  
tly. This will prevent damage to starter.  
Note: If engine does not start, check  
the oil in the crankcase.Add oil as nec-  
essary. Be sure engine is on a level sur-  
face. See Oil Alert System, page 6.  
WARNING: Only responsible  
adults should use generator.  
Neverletanyoneoperategenera-  
tor without proper instructions.  
Figure 20 - Choke Rod Closed (Model  
MGH3000PR Only)  
B. Electric Starter (Models  
MGH5000DIE, MGH6500IE, and  
MGH10000A Only)  
Choke Button  
Pulled Out  
(Closed  
Note: If oil level is too low, oil alert system  
will keep engine from starting (see Oil Alert  
System, page 6). Make sure oil level is full  
before starting. See Engine Oil, page 7.  
Turn the engine switch to the START  
position (see Figure 24, page 13). Hold  
it there until engine starts. When en-  
gine starts, let switch return to the ON  
position.  
Position)  
Before starting the engine, disconnect all  
electric loads from generator.  
IMPORTANT: Do not use electric  
starter more than five seconds. Starter  
motor damage may occur. If engine  
fails to start, release the switch and wait  
ten seconds.After ten seconds, try start-  
ing again.  
STARTING  
Figure 21 - Choke Button Closed (Model  
MGH10000A Only)  
IMPORTANT: The engine speed is preset.  
The throttle is locked in preset position. Do  
not adjust throttle. Preset position lets en-  
gine run at 3600 RPM under load. The  
engine must maintain 3600 RPM for gen-  
erator to create correct voltage. Running  
engine at lower speeds will damage genera-  
tor and powered items.  
Note: If engine does not start, check  
the oil in the crankcase.Add oil as nec-  
essary. Be sure engine is on a level sur-  
face. See Oil Alert System, page 6.  
IMPORTANT: Never start generator with  
electrical loads connected. Start engine be-  
fore adding electrical loads.  
5. As engine warms up, slowly move  
choke lever fully to the right (see Fig-  
ure 25, page 13). This opens the choke.  
On Model MGH10000A, the choke  
will automatically open.  
1. Make sure gasoline tank is full. See  
Fuel, page 7 for fuel information.  
2. Move fuel valve lever to the ON posi-  
tion except on Model MGH3000PR  
(see Figure 19).  
Figure 22 - Engine Lever In ON Position  
(Model MGH3000PR Only)  
Choke Lever (Closed Position)  
3. Move choke lever fully to the left for  
all models except MGH3000PR or  
MGH10000A (see Figure 19). Pull  
choke rod out for Model MGH3000PR  
(see Figure 20) or choke button out for  
Model MGH10000A (see Figure 21).  
This closes the choke.  
ENGINE SW  
ON  
OFF  
Figure 23 - Engine Switch In ON Position  
(All Models Except MGH5000DIE,  
Note:You may not need to close choke  
if engine is warm or air temperature is  
high.  
Fuel Valve Lever (ON Position)  
MGH6500IE,  
MGH3000PR)  
MGH10000A,  
and  
Figure 19 - Fuel Valve Lever On, Choke  
LeverClosed (ModelMGH4000CShown)  
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Note: The 250Volt/50Amp receptacle 8. Turn Auto-Idle switch ON. Make sure  
OPERATION  
is not connected through the Auto-Idle  
circuit. The Auto-Idle switch must be  
turned off to get full power out of this  
receptacle (see Figure 26).  
solenoid is engaged. When engaged, the  
punger is pulled back into the solenoid.  
Continued  
9. If the engine speed is too slow, the en-  
gine will want to "hunt" or speed up  
and slow down repeatedly. When this  
occurs, increase engine speed by adjust-  
ing throttle stop screw on carburetor  
(refer to Carburetor Adjustment in  
Honda Engine Manual).  
HONDA  
6. TheAuto-Idle system should be turned  
OFF when generator is shut down.  
ON  
OFF  
START  
Engine  
Switch  
ENGINE SW  
Adjusting the Idle Speed  
CIRCUIT  
BREAKER  
IMPORTANT: Adjust the idle speed only:  
ON/push OFF  
10. Replace the engine linkage cover  
(Models MGH4000CI, MGH5000DI,  
MGH5000DIE, MGH6000DI, and  
MGH6500IE).  
• If the idle speed becomes too high.  
Figure 24 - Engine Switch (Models  
• If the engine idle speed will not regulate (en-  
gine idles and speeds up again and again).  
MGH5000DIE,  
MGH6500IE,  
and  
MGH10000A Only)  
1. Turn Auto-Idle switch OFF. Start en-  
gine. Allow engine to warm up with no  
load for five minutes.  
Choke Lever (Open Position)  
Solenoid Mounting Bracket  
M8 Nut  
WARNING:Alwayssettheidle  
speedbeforeturningontheAuto-  
Idle. If idle speed is not set, the  
largerresistoronthecontrolboard  
may become hot. Heat from the  
resistor may damage the protec-  
tive coating on the control board.  
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MGH6500IE Shown)  
2. Remove engine linkage cover (Models  
AUTO-IDLE OPERATION  
MGH4000CI,  
MGH5000DI,  
IMPORTANT:Neverstartenginewithelec-  
trical loads connected. Start engine before  
adding electrical loads.  
MGH5000DIE, MGH6000DI, and  
MGH6500IE).  
3. Push plunger into solenoid body to manu-  
ally engage solenoid and set idle speed.  
1. If engine is cold, turn the Auto-Idle  
switch OFF (see Figure 26).  
Figure 27 - Solenoid Bracket Location,  
Models MGH4000CI, MGH5000DI,  
MGH5000DIE, MGH6000DI, and  
MGH6500IE Only  
4. Loosen the M8 nut that holds the sole-  
noid mounting bracket to the generator  
(Models MGH4000CI, MGH5000DI,  
MGH5000DIE, MGH6000DI, and  
MGH6500IE. See Figure 27). Do not  
loosen bolt that holds the solenoid  
mounting bracket to the generator on  
Model MGH10000A (see Figure 28).  
2. Start engine. Allow engine to warm up  
with no load for five minutes.  
3. TurnAuto-Idle switch ON. Engine will  
slow to idle speed. Engine idle speed  
is preset. Idle speed adjustment should  
not be necessary.  
Solenoid  
Mounting  
Bracket  
4. Operate generator according to speci-  
fications outlined in owner's manual.  
5. Slowly pull solenoid bracket away from  
engine (on Model MGH10000A this will  
require bending the bracket slightly).  
5. Engine will automatically increase to  
normal operating speed when you plug  
load into any generator outlet.  
6. With a volt meter, check the no-load  
output voltage at the 120-volt duplex  
receptacle. At proper idle speed (2680  
minimum RPM) the meter should read  
50-60 volts. Lower settings will cause  
the Auto-Idle to not operate properly.  
Bolt  
Auto-Idle Switch  
120 VO  
LTS  
RESET  
TEST  
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mounting bracket (Models MGH4000CI,  
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MGH5000DI,  
MGH5000DIE,  
MGH6000DI, and MGH6500IE (see  
Figure 27).  
Figure 28 - Solenoid Bracket Location,  
Model MGH10000A Only  
Figure 26 - Control Panel  
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Fuel Valve Lever  
(Off Position)  
STOPPING ENGINE  
OPERATION  
Continued  
IMPORTANT: The engine speed is preset.  
The throttle is locked in preset position. Do  
not adjust throttle.  
HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION  
This generator will not perform well at high  
altitudes without proper adjustment. See  
engine owner’s manual for details.  
Follow the steps below to stop engine.  
1. Remove all electrical loads from gen-  
erator (see Disconnecting Electrical  
Loads). Remove electrical loads one at  
a time.  
ADDING ELECTRICAL  
LOADS  
2. Let engine run for two or three min-  
utes after removing electrical loads.  
This lets engine cool slightly.  
IMPORTANT: Do not overload generator.  
Makesuretotalwattageofallelectricalloads  
does not exceed rated wattage of generator.  
Overloading may shorten generator life. It  
could also cause internal damage to genera-  
tor. Overloading will trip circuit breaker.  
3. Turn engine switch to the OFF posi-  
tion (see Figure 29).  
Figure 30 - Fuel Valve Lever Off (Model  
MGH6500IE Shown)  
4. Turn fuel valve lever off except on  
Model MGH3000PR. Do this by mov-  
ing valve lever fully to the left (see Fig-  
ure 30).  
IMPORTANT:(AllmodelsexceptHWI3000,  
MGH3000,MGH3000PR,MGH6500IE,and  
MGH10000A)Keepfullpowerselectorswitch  
in the 120 VOLT ONLY position if only pow-  
ering 120V items. Only move switch to 120/  
240 VOLT position if powering 240V items.  
MAINTENANCE  
AND REPAIRS  
WARNING: Only a qualified  
electrical service person should  
service and repair the alternator  
on this generator. Use only fac-  
toryapprovedreplacementparts.  
1. Check items to be powered. Their  
nameplate lists their wattage ratings.  
Model  
MGH3000PR  
Note: The wattage ratings for some elec-  
trical motors are misleading. They may  
require up to three-times their rated watt-  
age to start. You must figure total electri-  
cal load wattage. Make sure total wattage  
of all electrical loads does not exceed rated  
wattage of generator. See Determining  
Electrical Load For Generator, page 10.  
CAUTION: The engine speed  
is preset. The throttle is locked in  
preset position. Do not adjust  
throttle. Preset position lets en-  
gine run at 3600 RPM under load.  
The engine must maintain 3600  
RPM for generator to create cor-  
rect voltage. Running engine at  
lower speeds will damage gen-  
erator and powered items.  
2. Start engine. Let engine reach full  
speed.  
Models HWI3000,  
MGH3000G, MGH3000,  
MGH4000C, MGH4000CI,  
MGH5000D, MGH5000DI,  
MGH6000D and  
ENGINE SW  
ON  
3. Connect electrical loads one at a time.  
If the load consists of electric motors,  
start them first. Always start the larg-  
est first. Start each motor individually.  
OFF  
MGH6000DI  
CAUTION: Shut off generator  
before performing maintenance.  
DISCONNECTING ELECTRIC  
LOADS  
IMPORTANT: Keep generator level when  
servicing.Neverturngeneratorupsidedown  
or stand it on end to service.  
HONDA  
Remove electrical loads one at a time. Re-  
move voltage sensitive items first. Voltage  
sensitive items include TVs, VCRs, and  
other home electronic items.  
Note:Wesupplytheengineowner’smanual  
with generator. Refer to that manual for  
questions concerning engine maintenance  
and repairs.  
Models  
MGH5000DIE,  
MGH6500IE, and  
MGH10000A  
ON  
OFF  
START  
ENGINE SW  
CIRCUIT  
BREAKER  
Non-enginepartsrequirelittlemaintenance.  
Keep generator clean. Use a damp cloth to  
clean outside surfaces. Never use water to  
clean generator. Water can cause damage to  
internal parts. Use vacuum to clean air inlet  
and outlet louvers of alternator.  
ON/push OFF  
Figure29-EngineSwitchInOFFPosition  
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Use a fuel additive, such as STA-BIL® or an  
equivalent,whenstoringgeneratorwithfuel  
STORAGE  
TECHNICAL  
in fuel tank. This will minimize fuel gum SERVICE  
WARNING: Remove all fuel  
deposits from forming in engine.  
fromfueltankbeforestoringgen-  
erator.Storefuelinapprovedcon-  
tainer. Store fuel in a well-vented  
areafreeofopenflamesorsparks.  
You may have further questions about as-  
Cover and store generator in a clean, dry  
place. Do not expose generator to extreme  
high or low temperatures during storage.  
sembling, operating, or maintaining this  
product. If so, you can visit our Technical  
Service web site at www.desatech.com or  
contact our Technical Service Department  
at1-800-858-8501(EnglishOnly).Youmay  
also write to:  
SERVICING THE  
ENGINE  
WARNING: The muffler be-  
comesveryhotduringoperation.  
The muffler remains hot for a  
while after shutdown. Let engine  
cool before storing.  
DESA Specialty Products™  
ATTN: Technical Service Specialty Products  
P.O. Box 90004  
Honda parts and services should be handled  
by your nearest authorized engine service  
firm. Check the yellow pages of your tele-  
phone directory under the listing:  
Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004  
IMPORTANT: Keep generator level while  
in storage. Never store generator upside  
down or standing on end.  
When contacting DESA Specialty Prod-  
ucts™, have ready  
Engines Gasoline, Honda  
or visit:  
Note:Wesupplytheengineowner’smanual  
with generator. Refer to that manual for  
questions concerning engine storage.  
Your Name  
Your Address  
or call Honda direct:  
1-800-426-7701  
Your Phone Number  
• Model Number of Product  
• Serial Number  
• Date of Purchase (Include copy of receipt  
for written requests).  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
Note: For additional help, visit DESA  
International’stechnicalservicewebsite  
WARNING: Only a qualified electrical service person should service  
and repair generator. Use only factory approved replacement parts.  
Note: See engine owner’s manual for engine troubleshooting.  
OBSERVED PROBLEM  
REMEDY  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
No voltage when starting generator with no  
electrical load  
1. Replace capacitor  
1. Defective capacitor  
2. Winding short circuit or loose  
connections  
3. Defective rotor diode  
4. Loss of residual magnetism  
2. Check resistance of coils (see Electri-  
cal Component Specifications, page 16)  
3. Replace both diodes on rotor  
4. Apply 12-volt battery to capacitor ter-  
minals for 2-3 seconds  
Voltage is less than normal voltage with no  
electrical load  
1. Set engine speed to 3720 RPM (62 Hz)  
with no load  
1. Engine speed too low  
2. Replace both diodes on rotor  
3. Check resistance of coils (see Electri-  
cal Component Specifications, page 16)  
4. Replace capacitor  
2. Defective rotor diode  
3. Partial short circuit in winding  
4. Defective capacitor  
Voltmeterreadingmorethan10%highwith  
no electrical load  
1. Set engine speed to 3720 RPM (62 Hz)  
with no load  
1. Engine speed too high  
Voltmeter reading correct with no electrical  
load, but more than 10% low when electri-  
cal load is added  
1. Replace both diodes on rotor  
2. Do not overload generator  
3. Contact an authorized engine service  
center  
1. Defective rotor diode  
2. Electrical load too high  
3. Engine not running properly  
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PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS  
ELECTRICAL  
COMPONENT  
SPECIFICATIONS  
Resistance in Ohms  
Stator  
Main  
Stator  
Rotor  
Rotor  
Capacitor,  
MFD  
450 Volt  
Auxiliary  
Primary  
Secondary  
Diodes (2)  
800 Volt  
Model  
Winding * Winding Winding † Winding †  
HWI3000  
MGH3000G  
1.6  
1.95  
1.6  
0.71  
0.54  
0.54  
0.37  
0.28  
0.40  
5.9  
5.2  
5.9  
2.17  
1.38  
1.38  
1.01  
0.78  
0.90  
6.9  
6.79  
6.9  
0.54  
0.61  
0.61  
0.68  
0.77  
0.37  
1.33  
1.31  
1.33  
2.07  
2.29  
2.29  
2.57  
2.9  
16  
16  
16  
40  
50  
50  
60  
70  
80  
6 Amp  
6 Amp  
6 Amp  
70 Amp  
70 Amp  
70 Amp  
70 Amp  
70 Amp  
70 Amp  
MGH3000, MGH3000PR  
MGH4000C, MGH4000CI  
MGH5000D, MGH5000DI  
MGH5000DIE  
MGH6000D, MGH6000DI  
MGH6500IE  
MGH10000A  
0.50  
*
Connect T2 (green) and T3 (black). Measure resistance between T1 (red) and T4 (yellow).  
Resistance between brown and white leads.  
Remove diodes to check resistance.  
WIRING DIAGRAMS  
Stator  
Receptacle  
Black  
120V/15A  
(MGH3000)  
L1  
HOT  
GFCI  
Black  
20A  
WHITE  
Receptacle  
120V/20A  
(HWI3000)  
Circuit  
T1  
L1  
T3  
T2  
T4  
L2  
Breaker  
L2  
L2  
110/120V  
Yellow  
L1  
Rotor  
Stator  
White  
Auxiliary  
Phase  
C
D
Brown  
Black  
Main  
Windings  
T4  
T3  
Red  
T2  
T1  
Yellow  
Green  
Figure31-WiringDiagram,ModelsHWI3000,MGH3000G,MGH3000,andMGH3000PR  
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Continued  
Red  
Black  
Green/Yellow  
Green  
White  
120V, 15A  
Receptacle  
White  
120V, 15A  
Receptacle  
Red  
120/240V 20A  
Receptacle  
120V, 30A  
Receptacle  
Circuit  
Breaker  
20A  
White  
Circuit  
Breaker  
25A  
Duplex  
T1  
GFCI  
T2  
Circuit  
Breaker  
20A  
Full Pwr  
Selector  
Switch  
Red  
Black  
Black  
Circuit  
Breaker  
25A  
White  
T3  
LINE  
T4  
Yellow  
Black  
Hour  
Meter  
Green  
Black  
White  
Green  
Red  
Red  
Black  
Green  
Black  
Red  
Main  
Windings  
Auxiliary  
Phase  
Capacitor  
White  
Stator  
White  
T1 T4 T3 T2  
T2  
T1  
T4  
Rotor  
Diode  
Diode  
Stator  
White  
T3  
T1  
L1  
T2  
T3  
T4  
L2  
Green  
220/240V  
Red  
Black  
Yellow  
110/120V  
110/120V  
Brown  
Figure 32 - Wiring Diagram, Models MGH4000C, MGH5000D, and MGH6000D  
White  
Red  
Black  
White  
Green/Yellow  
Green  
White  
Red  
120V, 15A  
Receptacle  
120/240V 20A  
Receptacle  
120V, 15A  
Receptacle  
120V, 30A  
Receptacle  
s1 s2  
Circuit  
Breaker  
20A  
White  
Circuit  
Breaker  
T1  
Duplex  
GFCI  
T2  
20A, 25A  
or 30A  
To Solenoid  
Circuit  
Breaker  
20A  
Full Pwr  
Selector  
Switch  
Red  
Black  
Black  
Circuit  
Breaker  
20A, 25A  
or 30A  
White  
T3  
LINE  
Black  
White  
T4  
Yellow  
Black  
Hour  
Meter  
Green  
Black  
White  
Green  
Red  
Red  
Black  
Green  
Black  
Red  
Main  
Windings  
Auxiliary  
Phase  
Capacitor  
White  
Stator  
White  
T2  
T1  
T4  
Rotor  
Diode  
Diode  
Stator  
White  
T3  
T1  
L1  
T2  
T3  
T4  
L2  
T1 T4 T3 T2  
Green  
220/240V  
Red  
Black  
Yellow  
110/120V  
110/120V  
Brown  
Figure 34 - Wiring Diagram, Models MGH4000CI, MGH5000DI, MGH5000DIE, and MGH6000DI  
Continued  
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WIRING DIAGRAMS  
Continued  
Green/Yellow  
Switch  
Green  
White  
Black  
120/240V 30A  
Receptacle  
120V, 15A  
Receptacle  
120V, 15A  
Receptacle  
120V, 15A  
Receptacle  
Circuit  
Breaker  
20A  
s1 s2  
White  
Circuit  
Duplex  
GFCI  
T1  
Red  
T3  
White  
Breaker  
30A  
To Solenoid  
White  
Black  
T2  
Circuit  
Breaker  
20A  
Circuit  
Breaker  
30A  
LINE  
Hour  
Meter  
T4  
White  
Yellow  
Green  
Black  
Black  
Red  
Black  
Black  
Red  
Main  
Windings  
Auxiliary  
Phase  
Capacitor  
White  
Stator  
T2 T3  
220/240V  
110/120V  
White  
T1 T4 T3 T2  
Stator  
White  
T4  
Rotor  
T2  
T1  
T3  
T1  
L1  
T4  
L2  
Green  
Red  
Diode  
Diode  
Black  
Yellow  
110/120V  
Brown  
Figure 35 - Wiring Diagram, Model MGH6500IE  
White  
Green  
White  
Green  
Black  
GFCI 125V, 15A  
Receptacle  
Black  
125V, 30A  
Receptacle  
125V, 15A  
Receptacle  
250V 30A  
Receptacle  
Auto-Idle  
Control Board  
Red  
250V 50A  
Receptacle  
Circuit  
Breaker  
20A  
Circuit  
Breaker  
30A  
White White  
White  
Red  
Circuit  
Breaker  
45A  
White  
White  
Black  
To  
Auto-Idle  
Solenoid  
Black  
Black  
Run  
Circuit  
Breaker  
20A  
Light  
Circuit  
Breaker  
30A  
Yellow  
Circuit  
Breaker  
45A  
Hour Meter  
White  
Black  
Red  
Green  
Black  
Black  
Black  
Yellow  
Red  
Black  
White  
Black  
Black  
Red  
Main  
Windings  
Capacitor  
White  
Stator  
T4  
Rotor  
Diode  
T2  
T1  
T3  
Stator  
T1 T4 T3 T2  
T1  
L1  
T2  
T3  
T4  
L2  
Diode  
220/240V  
110/120V  
110/120V  
Figure 36 - Wiring Diagram, Model MGH10000A  
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ILLUSTRATED  
PARTS LIST  
2a  
For Models HWI3000,  
MGH3000G, MGH3000, and  
MGH3000PR Alternator  
Assembly  
1b  
7
2b  
This list contains replaceable parts used in  
your generator. When ordering parts, fol-  
low the instructions listed under Replace-  
ment Parts on page 32 of this manual.  
4
22  
5
6
3
14  
21  
20  
15  
19  
13  
17  
12  
16  
15  
13  
7
8
18  
9
7
10  
11  
7
KEY PART  
KEY PART  
NO.  
NUMBER  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
NO. NUMBER  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
099722-01  
Alternator Assembly  
(HWI3000)*  
9
17587000  
099891-01  
099861-01  
099842-01  
26310000  
27001005S Engine Flange  
WLE-4  
**  
27001002  
27001009S Diode  
**  
27001006  
26327006  
WLE-5  
Ground Lug  
1
1
1
1
4
1
4
1
1
2
1
1
4
4
1
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
Flanged Nut, 8mm  
Bottom Cover  
Draw Bolt  
099722-02  
Alternator Assembly  
(MGH3000G, MGH3000,  
and MGH3000PR)*  
Top Cover (HWI3000)  
Top Cover (MGH3000G,  
MGH3000, and  
MGH3000PR)  
120V, 20A Duplex  
Receptacle (HWI3000)†  
120V, 15A Duplex (GFCI)  
Receptacle (MGH3000G,  
MGH3000 and  
1
1
Screw, M6 x 16  
1a  
1b  
099849-01  
100074-01  
Lock Washer, 1/4"  
Stator  
Bearing  
1
1
2a  
2b  
104201-01  
100445-01  
Rotor  
Fan  
Bolt, 5/16-24 x 5/8"  
Lock Washer, 5/16"  
MGH3000PR)†  
Circuit Breaker, 20 Amp †  
1
1
3
4
5
6
7
8
22616009  
27002002S Capacitor  
26333000  
099863-01  
099701-01  
099848-01  
PARTS AVAILABLE - NOT SHOWN  
1
1
1
13  
1
Screw, M4 x 20  
099866-03  
Safety Information Decal  
Safety Information Decal  
Operation Decal  
1
1
1
Terminal Block  
Screw, M5 x 13  
End Plate  
099866-04  
099867-02  
† Includes fastening hardware.  
* Includes reference numbers 1 through 22.  
** Parts not available. Included in alternator assembly.  
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ILLUSTRATED  
PARTS LIST  
23  
For Models MGH4000C,  
MGH4000CI, MGH5000D,  
MGH5000DI, MGH5000DIE,  
MGH6000D, MGH6000DI,  
MGH6500IE Alternator  
25  
24  
22  
9
15  
21  
20  
Assembly  
19  
9
10  
This list contains replaceable parts used  
in your generator. When ordering parts,  
8
follow the instructions listed under Re-  
placement Parts on page 32 of this  
manual.  
14  
7
18  
6
5
13  
16  
12  
4
1
17  
2
11  
3
PART NUMBER FOR MODEL  
MGH5000D  
KEY MGH4000C  
NO. MGH4000CI  
MGH5000DI  
MGH5000DIE MGH6000DI MGH6500IE  
MGH6000D  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
099723-01  
099723-02  
099844-01  
099701-01  
099760-01  
099863-01  
099863-02  
17587000**  
M11084-26  
099847-02  
WLE-5  
099723-03  
099844-01  
099701-01  
099760-01  
——  
099723-04  
099844-01  
099701-01  
099760-01  
——  
Alternator Assembly  
End Cover  
Screw, M5 x 13  
Bushing  
Terminal Block (4-block)  
Terminal Block (2-block)  
Ground Lug  
Screw, #10-16 x 3/8"  
Stator Bolt  
Lock Washer, 5/16"  
Bearing Housing  
Capacitor  
Terminal Post  
Stator  
1
1
6
1
1
1
1
1
4
4
1
1
4
1
1
4
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
4
4
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
099844-01  
099701-01  
099760-01  
099863-01  
099863-02  
17587000**  
M11084-26  
099847-01  
WLE-5  
099863-02  
17587000** 17587000**  
099863-02  
M11084-26  
099847-03  
WLE-5  
099843-01  
27006001S  
100054-01  
*
M11084-26  
099847-04  
WLE-5  
099843-01  
27007004S  
100054-01  
*
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
099843-01  
27004002S  
——  
099843-01  
27005003S  
——  
*
*
27003002  
27003002  
27003002  
27003002  
Fan Bracket  
27003015S** 27003015S** 27003015S** 27003015S** Screw, M8 x 20  
099891-01  
099892-01  
099842-01  
27003003  
27003012S  
*
27003008  
27003007S  
26322004**  
WLE-6**  
099891-01  
099892-01  
099842-02  
27003003  
27003012S  
*
27003008  
27003007S  
26322004**  
WLE-6**  
099891-01  
099892-01  
099842-03  
27003003  
27003012S  
*
27003008  
27003007S  
26322004** 26322004**  
099891-01  
099892-01  
099842-04  
27003003  
27003012S  
*
Rotor Nut, Flanged 8mm  
Foam Pad  
Draw Bolt  
Bearing  
Diode  
Rotor  
Fan  
Engine Flange  
Bolt, 3/8-16 x 5/8"  
Lock Washer, 3/8"  
27003008  
27003007S  
WLE-6**  
WLE-6**  
* Part not available by itself. Must purchase Alternator Assembly.  
**Available at your local hardware store.  
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ILLUSTRATED  
PARTS LIST  
18  
20  
For Model MGH10000A  
Alternator Assembly  
13  
17  
8
This list contains replaceable parts used in  
yourgenerator.Whenorderingparts,follow  
the instructions listed under Replacement  
Parts on page 32 of this manual.  
21  
15  
26  
10  
12  
24  
14  
5
11  
23  
25  
1
2
6
4
16  
22  
9
7
3
KEY  
NO.  
PART  
NUMBER  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
Stator  
*
*
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
4
4
1
6
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
4
1
2
1
1
2
Rotor  
3
Draw Bolt  
Fan  
103188-01  
103191-01  
103192-01  
103193-01  
103194-01  
103195-01  
099847-05  
099891-01  
103189-01  
099701-01  
103198-01  
103199-01  
103200-01  
27003012S  
103201-01  
099845-02  
103204-01  
099892-02  
103202-01  
103190-01  
**  
4
5
Balancing Disc  
Lifting Eyes  
D.E. Bracket  
N.D.E. Bracket  
Mounting Bolts  
Nuts  
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
Top Box  
Screw and Washer  
Plastic Cap  
Bearing  
Borelly Washer  
Diode  
Terminal Block  
Capacitor  
Tie Wrap  
Foam Pad  
Capacitor Bracket  
Engine Flange  
Screw M8 x 20  
'O' Ring  
Washer  
Hex Head Nut  
Alternator Assembly  
103203-01  
WLE-5  
099891-01  
102938-01  
* Part not available by itself. Must purchase Alternator Assembly.  
** Standard hardware item available from local hardware store.  
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ILLUSTRATED  
PARTS LIST  
1
For Model MGH3000G  
Alternator Assembly  
This list contains replaceable parts used in  
yourgenerator.Whenorderingparts,follow  
the instructions listed under Replacement  
Parts on page 32 of this manual.  
3
2
4
7
4
7
4
6
10  
5
11  
6
6
8
9
12  
12  
KEY  
NO.  
PART  
NUMBER  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
099831-01  
WLE-4  
Handle (includes 2 spacers)  
1/4" Lock Washer  
M6 x 35 Screw  
1
2
2
3
1
3
2
1
1
1
1
2
2
3
099769-01  
NEC-5C  
4
5/16-18 Nut  
5
099754-01  
13401000  
WP-5C  
Engine Spreader  
Rubber Bumper  
6
7
5/16" Flat Washer  
5/16-18 x 1" Screw  
5/16-18 x 11/2" Screw  
Isolator Spacer  
8
19165004  
04110002  
099767-01  
21834000  
19166004  
9
10  
11  
12  
5/16 x 11/2" Washer  
5/16-18 x 2" Screw  
Note: Fuel tank is available from Engine Mfg. Co. only.  
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PARTS LIST  
1
For Models HWI3000, MGH3000,  
and MGH3000PR Roll Cage  
This list contains replaceable parts used in  
yourgenerator.Whenorderingparts,follow  
the instructions listed under Replacement  
Parts on page 32 of this manual.  
3
4
3
4
2
3
4
7
3
3
4
5
6
6
8
5
5
9
4
3
4
7
3
4
3
3
KEY  
NO.  
PART  
NUMBER  
105155-01  
099754-01  
NEC-5C  
DESCRIPTION  
Roll Cage  
QTY.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
1
9
7
3
2
1
1
1
Engine Spreader  
Lock Nut, 5/16-18  
Flat Washer, 5/16"  
Shock Mount  
WP-5C  
099853-02  
04110002  
14138000  
21834000  
100406-01  
Screw, 5/16-18 x 11/2  
Ground Strap  
Washer, 5/16" x 11/2"  
Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3/4"  
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PARTS LIST  
For Models MGH4000C,  
MGH4000CI, MGH5000D,  
MGH5000DI, MGH5000DIE,  
MGH6000D, MGH6000DI,  
and MGH6500IE  
Fuel Tank and Roll Cage  
3
FUEL  
F
5
1
2
4
15  
26  
24  
9
23  
25  
27  
6
7
7
6
8
1
11  
13  
29  
FUEL  
2
F
24  
10  
22  
14  
11  
16  
21  
10  
20  
23  
23  
10  
16  
11  
24  
11  
16  
14  
13  
29  
12  
16  
10  
18  
16  
19  
16  
11  
13  
17  
28  
16  
11  
17  
24  
16  
11  
24  
28  
9
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This list contains replaceable parts used in your generator. When ordering parts, follow the  
instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 32 of this manual.  
ILLUSTRATED  
PARTS LIST  
For Models MGH4000C, MGH4000CI, MGH5000D, MGH5000DI,  
MGH5000DIE, MGH6000D, MGH6000DI, MGH6500IE  
Fuel Tank and Roll Cage  
KEY MGH4000C MGH5000D  
NO. MGH4000CI MGH5000DI MGH6000DI MGH6500IE  
MGH5000DIE  
MGH6000D  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
25954000  
099832-01  
25978000  
HC4-8C  
099701-01  
19508001  
25985005  
099743-01  
099752-02  
25954001  
107021-01  
25954001  
107021-01  
25954001  
107021-01  
Gas Cap/Fuel Gage  
Gas Tank (with 90° fitting)  
Breather Assembly  
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1"  
Screw, M5 x 10  
Gas Line Clamp  
Fuel Line  
Fuel Filter  
1
1
1
4
1
2
1
1
1
5
3
8
10  
1
3
3
1
9
11  
2
1
2
1
2
4
3
2
4
1
1
1
2
2
099701-01  
19508001  
25985005  
099743-01  
106063-01  
103880-01  
NEC-5C  
14138000  
099853-02  
WLE-5  
099701-01  
19508001  
25985005  
099743-01  
106063-01  
103880-01  
NEC-5C  
14138000  
099853-02  
WLE-5  
099701-01  
19508001  
25985005  
099743-01  
106063-01  
103880-01  
NEC-5C  
14138000  
099853-02  
WLE-5  
Roll Cage  
10 103880-01  
11 NEC-5C  
12 14138000  
13 099853-02  
14 WLE-5  
15 WLI-3  
16 WP-5C  
17 HC5-14C  
18 099756-01  
19  
20  
21  
22 100410-01  
23 M10908-74  
24 WP-4C  
25 099965-01  
26 WP-3C  
27 103676-01  
Lock Nut, 1/4-20  
Lock Nut, 1/4-20  
Lock Nut, 5/16-18  
Lock Nut, 5/16-18  
Ground Strap  
Shock Mounts  
Lock Washer, 5/16"  
Lock Washer, #10  
Flat Washer, 5/16"  
Flat Washer, 5/16"  
Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1 3/4"  
Engine Spreader  
Hook Bolt, 5/16-18  
Battery Mounting Bracket  
Lock Nut, 5/16-18  
Sems Screw, #8-18 x 1/2"  
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2"  
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2"  
Washer, 1/4"  
WLI-3  
WP-5C  
WLI-3  
WLI-3  
WP-5C  
WP-5C  
HC5-14C  
099756-01  
HC5-14C  
099756-01  
099750-01*  
099749-01*  
NEC-5C*  
100410-01  
M10908-74  
M10908-74*  
WP-4C  
099965-01  
WP-3C  
103676-01  
HC4-16C  
107110-01  
HC5-14C  
099756-01  
099750-01  
099749-01  
NEC-5C  
100410-01  
M10908-74  
WP-4C  
099965-01  
WP-3C  
100410-01  
M10908-74  
WP-4C  
099965-01  
WP-3C  
103676-01  
HC4-16C  
107110-01  
Linkage Cover  
Washer, #10  
90° Fitting with barbs  
Bolt, 1/4-20 X 2"  
Spacer .25 X .500  
103676-01  
HC4-16C  
107110-01  
28  
29  
PARTS AVAILABLE - NOT SHOWN  
099866-02  
100003-01  
Safety Information Decal  
Operation Decal  
Operation Decal  
Battery Cable (Positive, Red)  
Battery Cable (Negative, Black)  
Fuel Line Grommet  
1
1
1
1
1
3
100003-01  
100003-02*  
099873-01*  
099873-02*  
03175000  
100003-01  
100003-02  
099873-01  
099873-02  
03175000  
03175000  
03175000  
*
Only on MGH5000DIE electric start models  
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PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS  
ILLUSTRATED  
PARTS LIST  
36  
For Model MGH10000A Fuel  
Tank and Roll Cage  
35  
33  
9
37  
10  
9
23  
37  
10  
25  
10  
36  
10  
9
24  
22  
28  
29  
30  
31  
2
32  
26  
37  
10  
25  
27  
18  
37  
34  
19  
12  
20  
10  
10  
9
9
18  
10  
21  
19  
16  
17  
20  
15  
14  
10  
21  
FUEL  
F
1
13  
10  
9
4
6
5
3
6
7
8
12  
11  
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ILLUSTRATED  
PARTS LIST  
For Model MGH10000A  
Fuel Tank and Roll Cage  
KEY  
NO.  
PART  
NUMBER  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
079503-25AA  
105905-01  
105906-01  
102933-03  
102932-01  
WP-16C  
C4-12C  
100135-01  
NEC-5C  
Gas Tank Assembly  
Roll Cage  
Axle Mount  
Axle  
Wheels  
Flat Washer, 1"  
Cotter Pin  
U-Bolt  
Lock Nut, 5/16-18  
Flat Washer, 5/16"  
Lock Nut,1/4-20  
Flat Washer, 1/4"  
Gas Cap w/Fuel Gage  
Fuel Line  
1
1
1
1
2
4
2
2
22  
30  
4
8
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
4
2
1
1
3
1
4
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
8
6
This list contains replaceable parts used in  
your generator. When ordering parts, fol-  
low the instructions listed under Replace-  
ment Parts on page 32 of this manual.  
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
WP-5C  
103880-01  
WP-4C  
097190-06  
M51151-02  
M10990-3  
106988-01  
25985008  
105035-01  
103046-01  
103057-01  
H8C5-20C  
099750-01  
099749-01  
105908-01  
17529000  
102962-02  
H5C4-24C  
26302006  
WLI-8  
14138000  
M10908-74  
WLE-5  
106775-02  
106775-01  
106776-01  
100410-01  
HC5-14C  
Bushing  
Barbed Connector, 1/4"  
Fuel Line  
Handle  
Grip  
Plug  
Bolt, 5/16-18 x 2.5"  
Bolt, J-Hook 5/16-18  
Battery Bracket  
Battery Mount  
Shock Mount  
Spreader  
Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3"  
Bolt, 1/2-10 x 1"  
Internal Tooth Lockwasher  
Ground Strap  
Tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5"  
External Tooth Lockwasher  
Side Panel  
Side Panel  
Top Cover  
Sems Screw, 8-18  
Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1.75"  
PARTS AVAILABLE - NOT SHOWN  
099866-05  
Safety Information Decal  
Operation Decal  
Battery Cable (Positive, Red)  
Battery Cable (Negative, Black)  
Screw, 1/4-20 x .75"  
Muffler  
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
100003-04  
099873-01  
099873-05  
HC4-6C  
105951-01  
106108-01  
Muffler Hanger  
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ILLUSTRATED  
2
PARTS LIST  
12  
2
For Models MGH4000C,  
MGH4000CI, MGH5000D,  
MGH5000DI, MGH5000DIE,  
MGH6000D, MGH6000DI, and  
MGH6500IE Control Panel  
5
1
3
RES  
T
E
6
T
EST  
Reset  
Reset  
120 Vol  
This list contains replaceable parts used in  
your generator. When ordering parts, fol-  
low the instructions listed under Replace-  
ment Parts on page 32 of this manual.  
8
t
4
7
F
U
L
L
L
1
P
O
2
13  
0
ONL  
Y
W
13  
E
R
S
E
1
2
E
0
/2  
C
T
4
0
O
V
R
1
2
0
/2  
4
0
V
O
L
T
7
S
R
R
E
E
S
ET  
ET  
S
14  
ENM  
00000005  
HO  
UR  
S
1/10  
11  
9
10  
PART NUMBER FOR MODEL  
MGH5000D  
KEY  
NO.  
MGH4000C MGH5000DI MGH6000D  
MGH4000CI MGH5000DIE MGH6000DI MGH6500IE DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
103349-01  
22616009  
099833-01  
104202-01  
100445-01  
099956-01  
22616009  
103349-02  
22616009  
099833-01  
104202-01  
100445-01  
099956-01  
22616011  
099834-01  
101350-01  
099760-01  
100410-01  
100149-01  
22261000  
099997-01  
103348-02  
103348-06  
100177-07  
103349-03  
22616009  
099833-01  
104202-01  
100445-01  
099956-01  
103349-05  
22616009  
099833-01  
104202-01  
100445-01  
Control Panel  
Circuit Breaker, 20 Amp *  
1
2
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
4
1
8
1
1
1
1
120V, 30A Twist-Lock Receptacle *  
120V, 20A Duplex Receptacle *  
120V, 15A Duplex (GFCI) Receptacle *  
Full Power Selector Switch *  
Circuit Breaker, 20 Amp *  
Circuit Breaker, 25 Amp *  
Circuit Breaker, 30 Amp *  
120/240V, 20A Twist-Lock Receptacle *  
120/240V, 30A Twist-Lock Receptacle *  
Hour Meter  
Bushing  
Sems Screw, #8-18 x 1/2"  
Control Box  
U-Nut  
Switch Plug  
22616010  
099834-01  
22616010  
8
099834-01  
099835-01  
101350-01  
099760-01  
100410-01  
100149-01  
22261000  
099997-01  
9
101350-01  
099760-01  
100410-01  
100149-01  
22261000  
099997-01  
103348-01  
103348-05  
100177-07  
101350-01  
099760-01  
100410-01  
100149-01  
22261000  
099997-01  
103348-03  
103348-07  
100177-07  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
Control Panel Assembly  
Control Panel Assembly - Auto Idle Models  
Panel Schematic Decal  
103348-09  
100177-07  
* Includes fastening hardware  
Not shown  
† Includes reference numbers 1 through 13  
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ILLUSTRATED  
PARTS LIST  
For Model MGH10000A Control  
Panel  
2
2
14  
This list contains replaceable parts used in  
your generator. When ordering parts, fol-  
low the instructions listed under Replace-  
ment Parts on page 32 of this manual.  
6
16  
1
RESET  
TEST  
3
11  
Reset  
Reset  
120 Vol  
t
12  
7
Au  
5
t
o
Idle  
O
ff  
4
5
O
n
Sel  
e
c
t
o
r
12  
200  
V
p;  
15  
t
Reset  
Reset  
5
8
9
Reset  
Reset  
E
NM  
0000000  
H
OURS  
5
1
/
1
0
13  
10  
4
KEY  
NO.  
PART  
NUMBER  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
103182-01  
22616009  
099833-01  
100410-01  
22261000  
100445-01  
103183-01  
103184-01  
26299000  
101350-01  
099834-01  
22616010  
099760-01  
103185-01  
100366-01  
104202-01  
102927-01  
100177-05  
103257-01  
103258-02  
Control Panel  
Circuit Breaker, 20 Amp  
1
2
1
16  
20  
1
1
2
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
120V, 30A Twist-Lock Receptacle  
Sems Screw, #8-18 x 1/2"  
U-Nut  
20V, 15A Duplex (GFCI) Receptacle  
125/250V, 50A Receptacle  
Circuit Breaker, 45 Amp  
Run Light  
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
Hour Meter  
120/240V, 20A Twist-Lock Receptacle  
Circuit Breaker, 30 Amp  
Bushing  
Control Box  
Rocker Switch  
120V, 20A Duplex Receptacle  
Control Panel Assembly  
Panel Schematic Diagram  
Auto Idle PC Board Kit  
Solenoid Assembly Kit (With Bracket)  
1
1
† Includes reference numbers 1 through 16  
Not shown  
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PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS  
ILLUSTRATED  
PARTS LIST  
For Solenoid and Control Board  
Assemblies and Mounting  
12  
10  
6
13  
14  
7
8
10  
11  
9
8
Solenoid Assembly and Mounting  
3
D
E
S
A
IN  
T
E
R
N
S2  
A
T
IO  
5
N
S1  
A
L
L1  
4
L2  
2
1
Control Board Assembly and Mounting  
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PARTS LIST  
For Solenoid and Control Board  
Assemblies and Mounting  
This list contains replaceable parts used in  
your generator. When ordering parts, fol-  
low the instructions listed under Replace-  
ment Parts on page 32 of this manual.  
KEY  
NO.  
PART  
NUMBER  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
100105-01  
26499000  
100321-01  
WP-C3  
26514000  
100324-03  
Control Board Assembly  
Hex Head Screw, 10-32 x 3/4"  
Nylon Spacer  
Flat Washer, #10  
Lock Nut, 10-32  
Solenoid Assembly (Includes  
Plunger, Nut, and Lock Washer)  
Retaining Ring*  
Linkage Rod*  
Linkage Rod  
1
4
4
4
4
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
7
8
103812-01  
100755-02  
100755-01  
22822000  
102939-01  
100756-01  
103811-01  
100328-01  
02407002  
100329-01  
9
10  
Roll Pin  
Solenoid Mounting Bracket*  
Solenoid Mounting Bracket  
Nylon Washer*  
11  
12  
13  
14  
Bolt, M8 x 25mm †  
Flat Washer, 5/16" †  
Lock Nut, M8 †  
PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN  
100320-01  
100322-01  
100322-02  
100366-01  
100334-01  
Yellow Wire  
1
1
1
1
1
White Wire (with 2 Flags)  
White Wire (with 1 Flag and 1 Spade)  
Rocker Switch  
Auto-Idle Decal  
* Model MGH10000A Only  
† All Models Except MGH10000A  
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PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS  
FBD  
REPLACEMENT  
PARTS AND  
REPAIR SERVICE  
1349 Adams Street  
Bowling Green, KY 42103-3414  
270-846-1199  
Note: Only use original replacement parts.  
Thiswillprotectyourwarrantycoveragefor  
parts replaced under warranty.  
1-800-654-8534  
ACCESSORIES  
Master Part Distributors  
1251 Mound Avenue NW  
Grand Rapids, MI 49504-2672  
616-791-0505  
EachAuthorizedServiceCenterisindepen-  
dently owned and operated.  
For additional Service Center or warranty  
information, call 1-800-858-8501 or visit  
our Technical Service web site at  
For original replacement parts and accesso-  
ries,contactyournearestAuthorizedDealer  
or Authorized Service Center for this prod-  
uct. If they can not supply the part or acces-  
sory,contactyournearestPartsCentrallisted  
below.EachAuthorizedDealer,Authorized  
Service Center, and Parts Central is inde-  
pendently owned and operated.  
1-800-446-1446  
Bowden Electric Motor Service  
1681 S. Wesleyan Blvd.  
Rocky Mount, NC 27803  
252-446-4203  
WARRANTY SERVICE  
If product requires warranty service, return it  
to nearest Authorized Service Center. You  
must show proof of purchase. If faulty materi-  
als or workmanship caused damage, we will  
repairorreplaceproductwithoutcharge.Note:  
Normal wear, misuse, abuse, neglect, or acci-  
dental damage is not covered under warranty.  
East Coast Energy  
See pages 19 through 31 for an Illustrated  
Parts List.  
If you need additional referral information,  
contact our Technical Service Department  
(see Technical Service, page 15).  
10 East Route 36  
West Long Branch, NJ 07764-1501  
1-800-755-8809  
Laportes  
2444 N 5th Street  
Hartsville, SC 29550-7704  
843-332-0191  
In Canada call 1-800-561-3372 for parts  
information.  
MTA Distributors  
555 Hickory Hills Blvd.  
Nashville, TN 37189-9244  
615-299-8777  
NON-WARRANTY SERVICE  
If product requires service, return it to near-  
est Authorized Service Center. Repairs will  
be billed to you at regular repair list prices.  
Heavy-Duty Wheel Kit – PA2020  
For Models MGH4000C,  
MGH4000CI, MGH5000D,  
MGH5000DI, MGH5000DIE,  
MGH6000D, MGH6000DI,  
MGH6500IE  
Wheelbarrow-style wheel kit. Makes gen-  
erator easy for one person to move.  
This kit includes:  
• Large 12-inch wheels for easy rolling  
• Powder coated tubing and plated hard-  
ware for long life  
• Long handles with thick grips for greater  
comfort and control  
1-800-264-0225  
Industrial Hardware  
4109 Bainbridge Blvd.  
Chesapeake, VA 23324-1403  
804-543-2232  
PARTS CENTRALS  
1-800-788-0008  
These Parts Centrals are privately owned  
businesses. Theyhaveagreedtosupportour  
customer’s needs by providing original re-  
placement parts and accessories.  
Mills Lawn and Garden  
928 Commonwealth Place  
Virginia Beach, VA 23464  
757-361-9293  
Tool & Equipment  
5 Manila Drive  
Tuco Industrial Products  
5223 180th Street SW  
Suite 4A-1  
Lynnwood, WA 98037-4506  
425-743-9533  
1-800-735-1268  
Hamden, CT 06514-0322  
203-248-7553  
1-800-397-7553  
Grainger Parts Operations  
1657 Shermer Road  
Northbrook, IL 60062-5362  
708-498-5900  
1-800-323-0620  
Completeinstallationinstructionsincluded.  
Automatic Idle Kit – PA2010  
For Models MGH4000C,  
MGH5000D, MGH6000D, and  
MGH6500IE  
Automatically reduces engine speed when  
no power is being used. Reduces fuel con-  
sumption and engine noise. Increases en-  
gine life.  
Portable Heater Parts  
342 North County Road 400 East  
Valparaiso, IN 46383-9704  
219-462-7441  
1-800-362-6951  
Completeinstallationandoperationinstruc-  
tions included.  
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WARRANTY INFORMATION  
KEEP THIS WARRANTY  
Model  
Serial No.  
Date Purchased  
Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory.  
We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice. The only warranty applicable is our standard  
written warranty. We make no other warranty, expressed or implied.  
FIVE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY  
GASOLINE PORTABLE GENERATORS  
DESA Specialty Products™ makes no warranty with respect to the engine and engine components not of its manufac-  
ture. They are subject to warranties of their manufacturers. Honda warrants the engine. See engine owner’s manual  
for engine warranty information.  
DESA Specialty Products™ warrants each generator, excluding engine, of its manufacture, to be free from defects in  
material and workmanship for five years from the date of first purchase from an authorized dealer, provided that the  
product has been properly installed, maintained, and operated in accordance with all applicable instructions. The bill  
of sale or proof of purchase must be presented at the time a claim is made under this warranty.  
This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser. This warranty covers only the parts and labor required  
to restore this unit to its proper operating condition. Warranty parts must be obtained through factory authorized  
dealers and service centers for this product. These dealers and service centers will provide original factory replace-  
ment parts. Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty.  
This warranty does not apply to parts that are not in original condition because of normal wear and tear, or parts that  
fail or become damaged as a result of misuse, abuse, negligence, accident, lack of proper maintenance, alteration,  
modification, tampering, contaminated fuels, repair using improper parts, or repair by anyone other than an authorized  
dealer or service center. Routine maintenance is the responsibility of the owner. Travel, handling, transportation, and  
incidental costs associated with warranty repairs are not reimbursable under this warranty and are the responsibility of  
the owner.  
To the full extent allowed by the law of the jurisdiction that governs the sale of the product, this express warranty  
excludes any and all other expressed warranties and limits the duration of any and all implied warranties, including  
warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose to five years from the date of first purchase, and DESA  
Specialty Products’™ liability is hereby limited to the purchase price of the product and DESA Specialty Products™  
shall not be liable for any other damages whatsoever including indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.  
Some states do not allow limitation of how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitation of incidental  
or consequential damages, so the above limitation of damages may not apply to you.  
This warranty provides the original purchaser with specific rights. For information regarding those rights, please  
consult the applicable state laws.  
Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004  
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