It is necessary to drain the oil from the crankcase after 50 hrs of use, or if it has become contaminated
with water or dirt. In this case, you can drain the oil from the generator according to the following
steps:
1.
2.
.
Place a bucket underneath the generator to catch oil as it drains.
Using a hex wrench, unscrew the oil drain plug, which is located on the crankcase underneath
the oil filler/dipstick cap (see figure 16). Allow all the oil to drain from the generator.
Replace the oil drain plug and tighten with a hex wrench.
To add oil to the crankcase, follow these steps:
1. Make sure the generator is on a level surface.
2. Unscrew the oil filler/dipstick cap from the engine as shown in figure 15 above.
3. Using a funnel, add 30W, 4-stroke engine oil. When full, the oil level should come close to the
top of the oil fill opening (see figure 17).
FILLER CAP
UPPER
LEVEL
J
DRAIN PLUG
Figure 16- Draining oil Figure 17- Adding oil
NOTE: Never dispose of used motor oil in the trash or down a drain. Please call your local
recycling center or auto garage to arrange oil disposal.
Air Cleaner Maintenance
Routine maintenance of the air cleaner helps maintain proper air flow to the carburetor. Occasionally
check that the air cleaner is free of excessive dirt.
1. Unscrew the nut on the air cleaner cover (see figure 18).
2. Remove the sponge-like elements from the casing.
3. Wipe the dirt from inside the empty air cleaner casing
4. Wash the sponge-like elements in household detergent and warm water. Allow to dry.
5. Soak the dry elements in engine oil. Squeeze out any excess oil.
6. Replace the sponge-like elements in the air cleaner casing and replace the cover.
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