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Westinghouse 10KPRO Generator Set

The Westinghouse 10KPRO is a Gasoline generator set. It is available at 120 V and 240 V, single-phase.

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Service parts for the 10KPRO

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Air intake

1 required

Oil system

1 required

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Specifications

FuelGasoline
Voltage options120 V, 240 V
PhaseSingle Phase
Circuit breaker20/30/50 A
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity1

Maintenance & consumables

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterAir Cleaner Element (10KPRO)160059 eBay
Oil filterOil Filter (10KPRO)180389 eBay

Service intervals

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ItemActionHoursMonthsNotes
Engine OilChange50 hr3 moFirst service — After first 20 hours or first month
Air FilterInspect50 hr3 moInspect or replace; service more frequently in dusty conditions
Fuel FilterCheck100 hr6 moCheck/clean - Authorized Dealer
Spark PlugCheck100 hr6 moCheck/clean
Air FilterReplace300 hr12 mo
Idle SpeedAdjust300 hr12 moCheck/Adjust - Authorized Dealer
Idle SpeedCheck300 hr12 moCheck/Adjust; authorized dealer
Spark PlugReplace300 hr12 mo
Valve ClearanceAdjust300 hr12 moCheck/Adjust - Authorized Dealer
Valve ClearanceCheck300 hr12 moCheck/Adjust; authorized dealer

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
GapSpark plug gap0.024 - 0.032in (0.60 - 0.80 mm)

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Recommended fluids

FluidGradeStandardAmbientCapacityNotes
Engine oil5W-30 / Conventional 10W-30 / SAE 304-stroke engine oil only; synthetic acceptable substitute; 0.75L bottle x2 supplied for 10KPRO, 1.0L bottle x1 for 8KPRO
FuelUnleaded gasoline, max 10% ethanol, 87 octane or higher

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Procedures

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Testing the Ground Fault Sensor diagnostic
  1. Start generator and allow to warm up
  2. Press test button on ground fault sensor
  3. Fault light lights and main breaker trips
  4. If breaker doesn't trip, sensor must be repaired before operating
  5. Press reset button and reset main breaker
Changing Engine Oil - 10KPRO maintenance
  1. Stop engine and let cool
  2. Place oil pan under drain plug and oil filter
  3. Clean around oil drain plug and oil filter
  4. Remove oil filter (counterclockwise)
  5. Remove oil drain plug
  6. Allow oil to completely drain
  7. Replace oil drain plug
  8. Apply light film of oil to filter gasket
  9. Install oil filter hand-tight plus additional half turn
  10. Fill crankcase with oil
  11. Dispose of used oil properly
Checking Engine Oil - 10KPRO maintenance
  1. Operate/maintain on flat surface
  2. Stop engine if running
  3. Let engine sit and cool several minutes
  4. Clean around oil dipstick with damp rag
  5. Remove oil dipstick
  6. Check oil level between H and L lines
Inspect and Replace the Air Filter - 10KPRO maintenance
  1. Turn off generator, let cool
  2. Move to flat surface
  3. Remove 4 mounting screws from top of fuel tank
  4. Lift fuel tank, unscrew air cleaner cover knob, remove cover
  5. Remove air cleaner element (Part No. 160059)
  6. Inspect for dirt; replace if dirty (do not wash)
  7. Install element, cover, knob
  8. Install fuel tank screws
Quick Drain maintenance

⚠ Gasoline vapors extremely flammable, wipe up spills immediately

  1. Remove drain hose cap from drain hose
  2. Open quick drain valve, drain fuel into container
  3. Continue draining until clean fuel observed
  4. Close quick drain valve, install drain hose cap
  5. Dispose of collected fuel properly
Spark Plug Maintenance maintenance

Tools: 13/16 inch spark plug socket wrench, Wire feeler gauge

  1. Stop generator and let cool
  2. Remove spark plug boot by pulling straight away from engine
  3. Clean area around spark plug
  4. Remove spark plug with 13/16 inch socket wrench
  5. Inspect for cracked/chipped insulator, excessive wear, and gap 0.024-0.032 in (0.60-0.80 mm)
  6. Replace with Champion RN9YC or equivalent if any condition fails
  7. Hand-thread spark plug until bottomed out, then seat with socket wrench
  8. Replace spark plug boot ensuring full engagement
Storage maintenance
  1. Clean the generator
  2. Drain all gasoline from fuel tank
  3. Run engine until remaining gasoline consumed
  4. Close fuel shutoff valve
  5. Change the oil
  6. Remove spark plug, add ~1 tbsp oil, pull recoil to distribute
  7. Replace spark plug
  8. Move to clean, dry storage place
Programming the Generator for Remote Start operation
  1. Turn engine control switch to RUN position
  2. Push and hold program button for 3 seconds
  3. Press stop button on key fob
  4. Press start button on key fob
  5. Press and hold program button for 3 seconds until light turns off
Battery Replacement repair

⚠ Dispose of used battery per local/state guidelines

  1. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug
  2. Remove nuts on battery hold-down plate, remove plate
  3. Tip battery forward to access cables
  4. Disconnect black negative cable first
  5. Disconnect red positive cable second, remove battery
  6. Install new battery
  7. Connect red positive cable first
  8. Connect black negative cable second
  9. Install hold-down plate with nuts
  10. Install spark plug wire

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Voltage reconnection

VoltagePhaseConnectionLeadsNotes
120/240V two-pole transfer switchSingleChange neutral from bonded to floating; remove ground screw, insulate green wire, tape to yellow/green wire, connect yellow/green to groundGround Screw, Green Wire, Yellow/Green WireGenerator wired with neutral bonded to ground by default

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Common questions

What fuel does the Westinghouse 10KPRO use?

The Westinghouse 10KPRO runs on Gasoline.

What voltage does the Westinghouse 10KPRO produce?

The Westinghouse 10KPRO is offered in 120 V, 240 V, Single Phase-phase.

What battery does the Westinghouse 10KPRO use?

The Westinghouse 10KPRO uses 1 battery, 12 V each, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

Which oil filter part number does the Westinghouse 10KPRO take?

The Westinghouse 10KPRO uses oil filter part number 180389.

What air filter does the Westinghouse 10KPRO use?

The Westinghouse 10KPRO uses air filter part number 160059.

Troubleshooting

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Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Engine is running, but no electrical output.Circuit breakers are tripped.Reset the circuit breakers and check for overload condition (see page 30).
Engine is running, but no electrical output.The ground fault sensor is tripped.Reset the ground fault sensor (see page 46).
Engine is running, but no electrical output.The power cord's plug connector is not fully engaged in the generator's outlet.Verify plug connector is firmly engaged in the generator's outlet. If using the 240V outlet, make sure plug connector is rotated 1/4 turn in the clockwise direction.
Engine is running, but no electrical output.Faulty or defective power cordReplace power cord.
Engine is running, but no electrical output.Faulty or defective electrical applianceTry connecting a known good appliance to verify the generator is producing electrical power.
Engine is running, but no electrical output.If trying 1-5 above does not solve the problem, the cause might be the generator has a fault.Take the generator to your nearest authorized service dealer.
Engine will not start or remain running while trying to start.Fuel shutoff valve is in the OFF position.Move the fuel shutoff valve to the ON position (see page 31).
Engine will not start or remain running while trying to start.Generator is out of gasoline.Add gasoline to the generator (see page 28).
Engine will not start or remain running while trying to start.Fuel flow is obstructed.Inspect and clean fuel delivery passages.
Engine will not start or remain running while trying to start.Starting battery may have insufficient chargeCheck battery output and charge battery as necessary.
Engine will not start or remain running while trying to start.Dirty air filterInspect and replace the air filter (see page 39).
Engine will not start or remain running while trying to start.Low oil level shutdown switch is preventing the unit from starting.Check oil level and add oil if necessary (see pages 35 and 36).
Engine will not start or remain running while trying to start.Spark plug boot is not fully engaged with the spark plug tip.Firmly push down on the spark plug boot to ensure the boot is fully engaged (see page 42).
Engine will not start or remain running while trying to start.Spark plug is faulty.Remove and check the spark plug. Replace if faulty (see page 42).
Engine will not start or remain running while trying to start.Stale fuelDrain fuel and replace with fresh fuel (see page 28).
Engine will not start or remain running while trying to start.If trying 1-9 above does not solve the problem, the cause might be the generator has a fault.Take the generator to your nearest authorized service dealer.
Remote start system not working.Low battery in remote start key fobReplace batteries in key fob.
Remote start system not working.Exceeding the range of remote start key fobMove closer to generator. Must be no more than 109 yards (100 M) away.
Remote start system not working.Remote start key fob not programmed to generatorProgram key fob to generator (see Programming the Generator for Remote Start on page 29).
Generator suddenly stops running.Generator is out of fuel.Check fuel level (see page 28). Add fuel if necessary.
Generator suddenly stops running.The low oil shutdown switch has stopped the engine.Check oil level and add oil if necessary (see pages 35 and 36).
Generator suddenly stops running.Too much loadRestart the generator and reduce the load.
Generator suddenly stops running.If trying 1-3 above does not solve the problem, the cause might be a fault in the generator.Take the generator to your nearest authorized service dealer.
Engine runs erratic; does not hold a steady RPM.Dirty air filterReplace the air filter (see page 39).
Engine runs erratic; does not hold a steady RPM.Applied loads may be cycling on and offAs applied loads cycle, changes in engine speed may occur; this is a normal condition.
Engine is running, but no electrical outputCircuit breakers are trippedReset the circuit breakers and check for overload condition (see page 30)
Engine is running, but no electrical outputThe ground fault sensor is trippedReset the ground fault sensor (see page 46)
Engine is running, but no electrical outputThe power cord's plug connector is not fully engaged in the generator's outletVerify plug connector is firmly engaged in the generator's outlet. If using the 240V outlet, make sure plug connector is rotated 1/4 turn in the clockwise direction
Engine is running, but no electrical outputFaulty or defective power cordReplace power cord
Engine is running, but no electrical outputFaulty or defective electrical applianceTry connecting a known good appliance to verify the generator is producing electrical power
Engine is running, but no electrical outputIf trying 1-5 above does not solve the problem, the cause might be the generator has a faultTake the generator to your nearest authorized service dealer
Engine will not start or remain running while trying to startFuel shutoff valve is in the OFF positionMove the fuel shutoff valve to the ON position (see page 31)
Engine will not start or remain running while trying to startGenerator is out of gasolineAdd gasoline to the generator (see page 28)
Engine will not start or remain running while trying to startFuel flow is obstructedInspect and clean fuel delivery passages
Engine will not start or remain running while trying to startStarting battery may have insufficient chargeCheck battery output and charge battery as necessary
Engine will not start or remain running while trying to startDirty air filterInspect and replace the air filter (see page 39)
Engine will not start or remain running while trying to startLow oil level shutdown switch is preventing the unit from startingCheck oil level and add oil if necessary (see pages 35 and 36)
Engine will not start or remain running while trying to startSpark plug boot is not fully engaged with the spark plug tipFirmly push down on the spark plug boot to ensure the boot is fully engaged (see page 42)
Engine will not start or remain running while trying to startSpark plug is faultyRemove and check the spark plug. Replace if faulty (see page 42)
Engine will not start or remain running while trying to startStale fuelDrain fuel and replace with fresh fuel (see page 27)
Engine will not start or remain running while trying to startIf trying 1-9 above does not solve the problem, the cause might be the generator has a faultTake the generator to your nearest authorized service dealer
Remote start system not workingLow battery in remote start key fobReplace batteries in key fob
Remote start system not workingExceeding the range of remote start key fobMove closer to generator. Must be no more than 109 yards (100 M) away
Remote start system not workingRemote start key fob not programmed to generatorProgram key fob to generator (see Programming the Generator for Remote Start on page 29)
Generator suddenly stops runningGenerator is out of fuelCheck fuel level (see page 27). Add fuel if necessary
Generator suddenly stops runningThe low oil shutdown switch has stopped the engineCheck oil level and add oil if necessary (see pages 35 and 36)
Generator suddenly stops runningToo much loadRestart the generator and reduce the load
Generator suddenly stops runningIf trying 1-3 above does not solve the problem, the cause might be a fault in the generatorTake the generator to your nearest authorized service dealer
Engine runs erratic; does not hold a steady RPMDirty air filterReplace the air filter (see page 39)
Engine runs erratic; does not hold a steady RPMApplied loads may be cycling on and offAs applied loads cycle, changes in engine speed may occur; this is a normal condition
Engine runs erratic; does not hold a steady RPMIf trying 1-2 above does not solve the problem, the cause might be a fault in the generatorTake the generator to your nearest authorized service dealer

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
160059Air Cleaner Element1Air filter eBay
180389Oil Filter1Oil filter eBay
100170Battery, Sealed lead-acid, LA-12V20-NB, 12V 21Amp1Service part / kit eBay
210051Transfer switch cord (optional accessory)Service part / kit eBay
LA-12V20-NBBattery, sealed lead-acid, 12V 21 Amp1Service part / kit eBay

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Available documents

Owner's manual (Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment)

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