Firman P09301, Operator'S Manual

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When Transporting Generator
Transport with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel valve in OFF position.
Do not tip generator at an angle which causes fuel to spill.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
To prevent accidental starting, remove and ground spark plug wires before performing any service.
Change Engine Oil
Change engine oil every 100 hours. (for a new engine, change oil after 25 hours.)
If you are using your generator under extremely dirty or dusty conditions, or in extremely hot
weather change the oil more often.
CAUTION! Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact with used motor oil. Used motor oil has been
shown to cause skin cancer in certain laboratory animals. Thoroughly wash exposed areas with
soap and water.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DON’T POLLUTE. CONSERVE RESOURCES. RETURN USED OIL
TO COLLECTION CENTERS.
NOTICE
We recommend using FIRMAN SAE 10W-30 API SL oil for best performance. Other high-
quality detergent oils (API SL or higher) are acceptable. See
Oil and Gasoline
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Maintenance - Storage
DRAIN PLUG
(a) On a level surface drain oil into a suitable container by removing the drain plug and the oil
filler cap while the engine is warm.
(b) Reinstall the drain plug and fill the engine with oil until it reaches the HIGH(H) level on the
oil filler dipstick.
(H)
DRAIN PLUG
(L)