Benchmark BG4500i - PRE-OPERATION CHECK; ADD OIL

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3. PRE-OPERATION CHECK
Set the generator on a level surface and turn the fuel valve to closed.
3.1 ADD OIL
1. Remove the oil maintenance panel.
2. Unscrew the oil dipstick and wipe it off.
3. Remove the dipstick and ll the oil to the maximum oil mark. Check the oil
level by reinserting the dipstick without rethreading it.
4. Reinsert the dipstick and tighten securely. Replace the oil maintenance
panel and screws.
NOTE
 SAE 10W-30 or SAE Synthetic 5W-30 is recommended for general use.
 Use of synthetic oil does not change maintenance intervals.
 Oil Capacity: 20 . oz. / 0.6 L
 DO NOT OVERFILL.
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Max Oil Level
Min Oil Level
Oil Capacity
20 . Oz / 0.6L
Oil Cap &
Dipstick
0°C
10 20 30 40 50-10-20-30
20
32°F
40 60 80 100 120
°C
°F0-20
15W-50
10W-30
Synthetic 5W-30
5W-30
Effective Viscosity Range of Engine Oils
Max Oil Level
Min Oil Level
Oil Capacity
20 . Oz / 0.6L
Oil Cap &
Dipstick
0°C
10 20 30 40 50-10-20-30
20
32°F
40 60 80 100 120
°C
°F0-20
15W-50
10W-30
Synthetic 5W-30
5W-30
Effective Viscosity Range of Engine Oils