Synthetic 5W-30
30W
10W-30
REMOVING THE SHIPPING BRACKET
Your generator is shipped with a shipping bracket in order to prevent machine damage during shipping. Make sure
to remove the shipping bracket before operating your generator. Failure to do so could lead to engine damage.
1. With the help of another person, place generator on an elevated platform such as table or workbench. Make sure
the generator is stable. Remove the shipping bracket. Do not tilt the generator as there may be remaining oil inside
the crankcase from testing.
The following section describes the necessary steps to prepare the generator for use. If you are unsure about how
to perform any of the steps, please call 1-847-429-9263 M-F 8-5 CST for customer service. Failure to perform these
steps properly can damage the generator or shorten its life.
STEP 1 - ADD / CHECK OIL
The generator is shipped without oil. User must add the proper amount of oil before operating the generator for the
first time. The oil capacity of the engine crankcase is 20 fl. oz. (0.60 L).
GENERATOR PREPARATION
• 30W Engine Oil
Temperatures above 40°F
• 10W-30 Engine Oil
Temperatures between 0°F - 40°F
• Synthetic 5W-30 Engine Oil
All temperature ranges
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
Select good quality detergent oil bearing the American Petroleum Institute (API) service classifications SJ, SL,
or SM (synthetic oils may be used). Select the SAE viscosity grade of oil that matches the expected operating
temperature.
°F
°C
-20 0 20 32 40 60 80 100
40200
-20
-10
10
-30 30
To add oil, follow these steps:
1. Place the generator on a level surface. Make sure the en-
gine is off before adding or checking oil.
CAUTION: Keep the generator level! Tilting the generator
to assist in filling will cause oil to flow into the wrong
areas of the engine and cause damage.
2. Turn the dipstick (Fig. 1 - 1) counterclockwise until it is
unscrewed from the engine.
3. Using an oil funnel or appropriate dispenser, slowly add
oil into the oil fill, being careful not to overfill the unit. Fill the
crankcase until you can see the oil coming halfway up the oil
fill threads (Fig. 2).
4. Reinstall the oil dipstick and firmly tighten it. Wipe clean
any spilled oil.
Fig. 1
Upper Level
Fill Line
Lower LevelLower Level
Fill LineFill Line
Lower Level
Fill Line
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Fig. 2
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