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The generator requires engine oil to operate properly. The generator, when new from the package,
contains no oil in the crankcase
*
. You must add the proper amount of oil before operating the
generator for the first time. This amount is equal to the oil capacity of the engine crankcase:
Step 4 - Adding Oil
Add oil
WARNING
:
Do not apply engine oils with additives or 2-stroke gasoline engine oils;
they don’t have enough lubrication and may shorten the engine’s service life.
a.
Make sure the generator is on a level surface.
b.
Unscrew the oil filler/dipstick cap from the engine.
c.
Using a funnel, add the appropriate amount of oil
into the crankcase. You will know the crankcase is
full when the oil level has reached the lower lip of
the opening you have just poured the oil into.
d.
Replace the oil filler cap.
Engine oil recommended: SAE 10W-30.
Viscosity varies with regions and temperatures. Choose your
oil viscosity using the chart to the left.
* A small amount of oil from factory testing may be present on
arrival.
* Synthetic oil may be used after the 8 hour initial break-in
period. Using synthetic oil does not increase the recommended
oil change interval. Full synthetic 5W-30 oil will aid in starting in
cold temperatures <5ºC (41ºF).
WARNING
: Do not overfill the crankcase. This
may damage the motor and shorten the overall
life of your generator.
Model Number
XP8500EH
Engine Oil Capacity
37.2 fl. oz (1.1 L)
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