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EN 18
FZI 4018 BI
Maintenance
Note:
* Below 40°F (4°C) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting.
** Above 80°F (27°C) the use of 10W-30 may cause increased
oil consumption.
Check oil level more frequently.
Synthetic 5W-30
CHANGING OIL
Place generator on a level surface.
Run the generator for several minutes until the engine is warm. Turn off generator.
Remove screws, then remove outer casing side cover.
Remove the crankcase dipstick.
Place an oil pan underneath the engine. Tilt generator to collect used oil. Allow oil to drain completely.
Return generator to a level surface.
Carefully add 4-Cycle engine oil (SAE 10W-30) to empty reservoir until oil reaches the outer edge of the oil fi ll
hole (Crankcase Dipstick hole).
Use a clean rag to wipe up any spilled oil.
Replace crankcase dipstick.
Reinstall outer casing side cover and tighten screws.
Recommended Engine Oil: SAE 10W-30
Recommended Engine Oil Grade: API Service SE type or higher quality of engine oil.
Engine Oil Quantity: 0.35L (0.924 US gal)
CAUTION!
Do not tilt generator when adding oil. This could result in overfi lling which could damage
the engine.
CAUTION!
Make sure no foreign matter enters the crankcase