MAINTENANCE
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Changing Oil (See Fig 21)
Oil drainage plug
Fig 21
Oil Fill & Dipstick
-22
-4
14
32
50
68
86
104
-30
-20
-10
0
10
20
30
40
SAE 30
10W-30
Synthetic 5W-30
5W-30
Above 80 F the use of 10W-30 may cause increased oil consumption.
Check oil level more frequently.
Note:
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(4 C) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting.
C
F
(27 C )
Below 40 F
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Run the Generator until the Engine is warm, then shut OFF.
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Place generator on a level surface.
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Remove the crankcase dipstick.
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Place an oil pan underneath the oil drain hole to collect used oil.
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Remove the oil drain plug and allow oil to drain completely.
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Reinstall oil drain plug, tighten securely.
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Carefully add SAE 30 or 10W-30 to empty reservoir until the oil reaches the
threads of the oil fill hole (Crankcase Dipstick hole).
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Replace crankcase dipstick.
Oil Recommendations
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Do not use special additives.
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Outdoor temperatures can affect proper oil viscosity for the engine.
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Use the chart to select the best viscosity for the outdoor temperature range
expected.
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