Ford FD6700S, Operator'S Manual, Page: 19 / 27

Before starting the engine
,
perform the following pre
-
operation steps
:
• Check the level of the engine oil and the fuel tank level.
• Make sure the air filter is clean
.
• Remove any debris that has collected on the generator and around the muffler and controls
.
Use a vacuum cleaner to
pick up loose debris
.
If dirt is caked on
,
use a soft bristle brush
.
• Inspect the work area for hazards.
Pre-Operation Steps
After Each Use
Follow the
f
ollowing
p
rocedure
a
fter
e
ach
u
se
:
• Shut off engine.
• Charge electric starter. (see Battery Charger for Electric Starter pg 14)
• Store unit in a clean and dry area.
Maintenance Schedule
19
Engine Oil
Air Filter
Fuel Filter
Oil Filter
Fuel Tank
Check Level
Replace
Check
Clean
Replace
Replace
Clean
Verify Gas Level
Each Use
O
O
O
Every Month or
Each 20 Hrs
Every 3 Month or
Each 50 Hrs
Every 6 Month or
Each 100 Hrs
Every 12 Month or
Each 300 Hrs
O(First Use)
O
O
O
O
O
Changing Oil (See Fig 13)
• Run the Generator until the Engine is warm.
• Place generator on a level surface.
• Remove the crankcase dipstick.
• Place an oil pan underneath the oil drainage bolt to collect used oil.
• Remove the oil drainage plug and allow oil to drain completely.
• Reinstall oil drainage plug, tighten securely.
• Carefully add SAE 10W-40 CD to empty reservoir until the oil reaches
the outer edge of the oil fill hole (Crankcase Dipstick hole).
• Replace crankcase dipstick.
Fig 13
Oil Fill & Dipstick
Oil drainage plug