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8.5 Switching off the engine (Figs. 1 and 2)
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Before you switch off the generator, allow it to run
briefly with no electrical equipment connected so that it
can cool down.
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Move the ON/OFF switch (Item 7) to the "O" Off
position.
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Close the stop cock (Item 3).
8.6 Hour meter (Figs. 2a, 2b and 2c)
The hour meter (11) shows the actual running time of
the generator in hours (h) and helps you to maintain
your generator at proper service intervals (see 9.6
Maintenance schedule).
9. Cleaning, maintenance, storage,
transport and ordering of spare parts
Switch off the motor and pull the spark plug boot
from the spark plug before doing any cleaning and
maintenance work on the equipment.
Important: Switch off the generator immediately and
contact your service station:
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In the event of unusual vibrations or noise.
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If the engine appears to be overloaded or misfires.
9.1 Cleaning
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Keep all safety generators, air vents and the motor
housing free of dirt and dust as far as possible.
Wipe the generator with a clean cloth or blow it with
compressed air at low pressure.
•
We recommend that you clean the generator
immediately each time you have finished using it.
•
Clean the generator regularly with a moist cloth and
some soft soap. Do not use cleaning agents or solvents;
these could attack the plastic parts of the equipment.
Ensure that no water can seep into the generator.
9.2 Changing the oil and checking the oil level
(before using the generator) (Figs. 6, 7, 8, 9)
The motor oil is best changed when the motor is at
working temperature. Pease also read the service
information.
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Keep a suitable, leak-tight receptacle within reach
when performing an oil change.
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Remove the engine cover (Item 5). (only for SIG 3050)
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Open the oil filler screw (Item F) and connect the drain
pipe and oil jug (Item 19,20).
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Drain the used oil into a suitable receptacle by
tilting the generator.
•
Unscrew the drain pipe (Item 20).
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Add new engine oil until the top fill mark on the oil
dipstick (Item D) is reached.
Important: Do not screw in the oil dipstick to check the
oil level – only insert it as far as the thread.
•
Use the motor oil 10W-30 or 10W-40 for general,
normal use. The motor oil 5W-30 is recommended for
low-Temperature environment. ( -20 degree to 0 degree)
•
Dispose of the used oil properly by taking it to a
collection point. Most filling stations, repair garages, and
recycling centers will accept used oil free of charge. Do
not add antifreeze or transmission fluid to the used oil.
Keep used oil out of the reach of children and away from
sources of ignition.
9.3 Automatic oil cut-out (Fig. 2)
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The engine will not start if it does not have enough oil.
•
If the engine is low on oil while it is running, the oil
warning indicator (Item 15) will light up red and the
engine will stall. The oil indicator goes out when the
engine has come to a complete stop.
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The engine oil must be topped up before the engine can
be started again.
9.4 Air filter (Figs. 10, 11)
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