Service parts for the WH1000i
Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.
Air intake
1 requiredFuel system
1 requiredPrices captured from merchant listings; some links are affiliate links. Confirm against your serial number before ordering.
Specifications
| Fuel | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Voltage options | 120 V |
| Rated current | 15 A |
Maintenance & consumables
| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | Air Cleaner Element | 260000 | eBay | ||
| Fuel filter | Fuel Strainer | 260028 | eBay |
Service intervals
7| Item | Action | Hours | Months | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Oil | Change | 50 hr | 3 mo | First service — After first 20 hours or first month of use |
| Air Filter | Clean | 50 hr | 3 mo | Service more frequently in dry/dusty conditions |
| Fuel Filter | Check | 100 hr | 6 mo | Authorized Westinghouse Service Dealer performed; Check/Clean |
| Spark Arrestor | Check | 100 hr | 6 mo | Check/Clean |
| Spark Plug | Check | 100 hr | 6 mo | Check/Clean |
| Air Filter | Replace | 300 hr | 12 mo | |
| Spark Plug | Replace | 300 hr | 12 mo |
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
1| Type | Item | Value | Unit | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gap | Spark Plug Gap | 0.032 | in. (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
| Fluid | Grade | Standard | Ambient | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil | SAE 5W-30 / SAE 10W-30 / SAE 15W-40 (4-stroke only) | See viscosity chart Figure 26; never use 2-stroke oil | |||
| Fuel | Unleaded 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
5Changing Engine Oil maintenance
⚠ Never dispose of used engine oil into a sewer, ground, or waterways
- Stop the engine and let it cool for several minutes
- Remove the engine service panel to access oil fill/drain plug
- Place oil pan under the oil fill/drain plug
- Clean around the oil fill/drain plug
- Tilt the inverter so oil drains into the container
- Allow oil to completely drain
- Fill crankcase with oil per Adding Engine Oil procedure
- Dispose of used engine oil properly
Cleaning the Air Filter maintenance
⚠ Never twist or tear the foam element
- Turn off inverter and let cool
- Remove engine service panel
- Release tabs and tip air cleaner cover down
- Remove foam element from housing
- Wash foam element in detergent and warm water, squeezing gently
- Rinse in clean water
- Dry by slow firm squeezing
- Return element to housing and reinstall cover and panel
Cleaning the Spark Arrestor maintenance
Tools: Wire brush, Flathead screwdriver
- Stop and let cool, move to flat surface
- Remove four screws holding muffler cover
- Loosen clamp holding spark arrestor onto muffler
- Slide off band clamp and pull off screen
- Clean screen with wire brush
- Replace screen if ripped, torn, or worn
- Reinstall screen and clamp
Spark Plug Maintenance maintenance
⚠ Never apply side load when removing spark plug
Tools: Spark plug socket wrench
- Stop and let cool, move to flat surface
- Slide off spark plug access cover
- Pull off spark plug boot straight away from engine
- Clean area around spark plug
- Remove spark plug with provided socket wrench
- Inspect for cracked insulator, wear, and check gap of 0.032 in. (0.80 mm)
- Replace if any condition fails
- Install spark plug, boot, and access cover
Start the Generator operation
- Check fuel level indicator
- Set Run/Stop/Start switch to desired position
- Pull start handle (manual models) or activate electric start
- Ensure oil fill cap is accessible
- Adjust choke as needed
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 kind of fuel does the Westinghouse WH1000i run on?
The Westinghouse WH1000i runs on Gasoline.
What voltage does the Westinghouse WH1000i produce?
The Westinghouse WH1000i is offered in 120 V.
Which fuel filter part number does the Westinghouse WH1000i take?
The Westinghouse WH1000i uses fuel filter part number 260028.
What air filter does the Westinghouse WH1000i use?
The Westinghouse WH1000i uses air filter part number 260000.
Troubleshooting
20Symptoms & remedies
| Symptom | Cause | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| Engine is running, but no electrical output | Circuit breaker is tripped | Reset the circuit breaker (see page 26) |
| Engine is running, but no electrical output | The power cord's plug connector is not fully engaged in the inverter's outlet | Verify plug connector is firmly engaged in the inverter'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 cord | Replace power cord |
| Engine is running, but no electrical output | Faulty or defective electrical appliance | Try connecting a known good appliance to verify the inverter is producing electrical power |
| Engine will not start or remain running while trying to start | Inverter is out of gasoline | Add gasoline to the inverter (see page 23) |
| 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 | Unit is overchoked | Move the choke knob halfway between the ON and OFF positions |
| Engine will not start or remain running while trying to start | Dirty air filter | Check and clean the air filter (see pages 29-30) |
| 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 28 and 29) |
| 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 |
| 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 pages 31-32) |
| Engine will not start or remain running while trying to start | Dirty/plugged spark arrestor | Check and clean the spark arrestor (see page 32) |
| Engine will not start or remain running while trying to start | Stale fuel | Drain fuel and replace with fresh fuel |
| Engine will not start or remain running while trying to start | Fuel system needs priming (WH1000i) | Prime the fuel system (see page 24) |
| Inverter suddenly stops running | Inverter is out of fuel | Check fuel level (see page 23). Add fuel if necessary |
| Inverter suddenly stops running | The low oil shutdown switch has stopped the engine | Check oil level and add oil if necessary (see pages 28 and 29) |
| Inverter suddenly stops running | Too much load | Restart the inverter and reduce the load |
| Engine runs erratic; does not hold a steady RPM | Choke was left in the ON position | Move choke to the OFF position |
| Engine runs erratic; does not hold a steady RPM | Dirty air filter | Clean the air filter (see pages 29-30) |
| Engine runs erratic; does not hold a steady RPM | Applied loads may be cycling on and off | As applied loads cycle, changes in engine speed may occur; this is a normal condition |
Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.
Repair guides
2Step-by-step procedures compiled from the Westinghouse service manual for this model.
Parts
13| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 260000 | Air Cleaner Element | 1 | Air filter | eBay |
| 260002 | Spark Plug Cover | 1 | Spark plug | buy |
| 260003 | A5RTC (Torch) Spark Plug | 1 | Spark plug | eBay |
| 260004 | Recoil Starter | 1 | Starter | buy |
| 260028 | Fuel Strainer | 1 | Fuel filter | eBay |
| 260005 | Circuit Breaker | 1 | Service part / kit | eBay |
| 260006 | Choke Cable | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 260007 | Fuel Tank Cap Assy. | 1 | Service part / kit | eBay |
| 260008 | Spark Arrestor Element | 1 | Service part / kit | eBay |
| 260009 | Lock Cap, Spark Arrestor Element | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 260010 | Clamp Set, Spark Arrestor Element | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 260014 | Efficiency Mode Switch | 1 | Service part / kit | eBay |
| 260015 | Oil Filler Plug | 1 | Service part / kit | eBay |
Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.
Available documents
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