Everything But The Electrician •Generator, transfer kit, wheel kit and cover included
Electric Start Honda Engine w/ Tri-Fuel Options •11-HP engine runs on L.P., natural gas or gasoline fuel •Low pressure fuel solenoid kit included for extra safety •Float-type battery charger keeps battery fully charged
Emergency Transfer Kit •Indoor transfer switch with interlocked breakers •Heavy-duty 12-foot power cord with L14-30P plug •Lockable outdoor enclosure to store power cord when unused
Q: What is the LP gas line in pressure required to run this generator. by Joseph Smith from New York on January 21, 2012
A: Correct fuel pressure cannot be stressed enough. The most common cause or inoperative systems is an inadequate or incorrect fuel pressure.
Power and performance of the engine is in direct relation to the correctness of the fuel system.
There are several fuel delivery systems mentioned in the owner's manual and should be referred to when connecting system.
Whichever fuel delivery system or type of vapor fuel used, the fuel pressure at the demand regulator installed on the engine generator must be between 4 and 6 oz. (7-11 inches of water column). Any lower pressure and the unit will starve for fuel under load. Any higher and the unit will ‘flood’ when attempting to start.
There is some very important LP tank sizing requirements in the owner's manual which needs to be reviewed.
Q: Will the Winco Tri-fuel generator work with small propane tanks like a gas grill uses,and can you use quick connect hose. by Dennis Fry from Michigan on February 26, 2011
A: Yes, you can use the 20# (Approx - 5gal) LP tanks with the small portable generators, just keep in mind that the run time may be low due to fuel amount. Using quick-connect connectors would be based on your city, county and state codes. by Jim, Product Expert
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August 09, 2010
Thomas Easterling Alexandria, LA
Could use better instructions
I think that the generator will perform as designed. the delivery was as promised. My only problem has been with the instruction manual. Without the help of Customer Service I would never have been able to get the generator running.
Specifics: I had a difficult time removing the shipping brackets- there must be an easier way to remove them than the one I used.
The installation of the inserts on the handles should be easier. Without a vise to hold the handles, I found it difficult to install them correctly. I finally gave up and put them in "crooked".
For novices, I think it would be easier to understand if the natural gas and propane gas connections were color coded. Nowhere in the instruction manual does it mention that the electric wire from the bypass box has to be plugged into the duplex outlet. I could not even find the wire on the parts diagram.
Finally, the generator cover is not designed to fit this model with the wheel kit, it is not large enough.
As you can tell, I am not a mechanical person. Because of that, I think a more graphic and descriptive instruction manual would be helpful. A step by step primer "on line" would be especially enlightening.
I hope you take this review as constructive criticism. Now that I have the machine up and running, I see that I made the task more difficult than it had to be.
With more clear instructions, I could have saved your service dept. and myself a lot of grief.
EGD RESPONDS: Your property is at stake- if you don't have the skills needed to install the unit, consulting a professional is a wise course of action. Many areas have laws that require installation be done by a licensed electrician and/or plumber; or your insurance may require it.
We publish a lot of helpful information on our web site, but we need to be aware of, and tread carefully around, liability issues- as do all the major manufacturers. This influences how much novice instruction you see online.
The Owner's Manual says, on page 6 about changing from gasoline to LP or Natural Gas:
"6. Units have two different hose fittings on the top of
the demand requlator. One is for LP and one is for
Natural Gas. Make sure the hose is attached to the
proper fitting."
Since the fittings are physically different, the manufacturer may have felt color coding was not necessary. The cover is flexible and can be tucked behind the wheels if need be.
We include the Owner's Manual and Installation Specs whenever they are available- you can find the links on the "Specs" page, on the right hand side. And, Winco Technical Support can be reached at (507) 357-6831.
I think that the generator will perform as designed. the delivery was as promised. My only problem has been with the instruction manual. Without the help of Customer Service I would never have been able to get the generator running.
Specifics: I had a difficult time removing the shipping brackets- there must be an easier way to remove them than the one I used.
The installation of the inserts on the handles should be easier. Without a vise to hold the handles, I found it difficult to install them correctly. I finally gave up and put them in "crooked". ... more
November 14, 2007
Simon C.
Winco PSS6H - 5500 Watt TriFuel Power System w/ Electric Start Honda Engine Review
I'm very impressed with this unit.
We have it wired to the house on a manual switch, but also have a 4-way cable for it in case of other need.
We've had it for a year, and it still starts first time, even when cold. Electric start is a dream, and useful to have cord-pull backup.
Great power/economy balance.
Very solidly built. Great documentation.
This is a quality unit.
Great value for money - you get all the hook-up gear, mobility kit, cover, low-pressure kit for great savings.
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