MAINTENANCE
CHECKING/ADDING THE OIL
Check the oil level of the generator according to the Recommended
Maintenance Schedule in Fig. 14. The oil level should be checked
before each use or every 8 hours of operation. The oil capacity of
the generator engine is 33.8 fl. ounces. Add oil when the oil level is
low. For proper type and weight of oil refer to “add oil” portion of
the “Generator Preparation” section on page 10. The generator is
equipped with an automatic shutoff to protect it from running on low
oil. To check the oil level:
1. Make sure the generator is on a level surface. Do not tilt the generator to assist in filling as oil will flow into
engine areas and cause damage. Keep generator level!
2. Remove the dipstick (Fig. 15) and wipe it with a clean rag.
3. Insert the dipstick into the oil fill opening without screwing in. Remove the dipstick to check the oil mark. Add
oil if the oil mark covers less than one half of the dipstick.
4. Using a funnel or appropriate dispenser, slowly add more oil. Repeat step 2 until the oil mark reaches the top
of the dipstick (and you can see oil coming up the threads of the oil fill). Do not over fill the crankcase.
5. Reinstall dipstick and wipe clean any spill oil with a rag.
DRAINING/CHANGING THE OIL
Change the oil according to the Recommended Maintenance Schedule in Fig. 14. Change the oil more often if
operating under heavy load or high ambient temperatures. It is also necessary to drain the oil from the crankcase
if it has become contaminated with water or dirt. Changing the oil when the engine is warm allows for complete
drainage. Drain the oil from the generator according to the following steps.
Fig. 16
Oil Drain
Plug
Oil Dipstick
WARNING: Make sure the generator is shut off before performing any inspection or
maintenance procedures.
1. Place generator on elevated platform such as table or desk. Pre-
pare a container underneath the oil drain plug next to the oil dipstick
to catch the oil as it drains.
2. Unscrew oil drain plug (Fig. 16) and allow the oil to drain from the
engine completely.
3. Reinstall the oil drain plug and tighten it securely. Wipe clean any
oil spillage.
NOTE: NEVER dispose of used motor oil in the trash or down a
drain. Please call a local recycling center or auto garage to arrange
proper oil disposal.
Fig. 15
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