F
104
86
68
50
32
14
-4
-22
C
40
30
20
10
0
-10
-20
-30
Changing Oil (See Fig 19)
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Run the Generator until the Engine is warm, then shut OFF.
•
Place generator on a level surface.
•
Remove the crankcase dipstick.
•
Place an oil pan underneath the oil drain hole to collect used oil.
•
Remove the oil drain plug and allow oil to drain completely.
•
Reinstall oil drain plug, tighten securely.
•
Carefully add SAE 30 or 10W-30 to empty reservoir until the oil reaches the
threads of the oil fill hole (Crankcase Dipstick hole).
•
Replace crankcase dipstick.
Oil Recommendations
•
Do not use special additives.
•
Outdoor temperatures can affect proper oil viscosity for the engine.
•
Use the chart to select the best viscosity for the outdoor temperature range
expected.
Oil Fill & Dipstick
Oil drain plug
Fig 19
Note:
*
**
Below 40 F (4 C) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting.
Above 80 F (27 C) the use of 10W-30 may cause increased oil consumption.
Check oil level more frequently.
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