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Harrington Generators International
498-1019
8
Petrol Generator
Operation
Pre-Operation Checks
Engine Oil
Check the oil level BEFORE EACH USE with the
generator on a level surface and the engine stopped.
Use 4-stroke fully synthetic motor oil that meets or
exceeds the requirements for API service classi
fi
cation
SF, SG, SH, or SJ or later (or equivalent). Always
check the API SERVICE label on the oil container to
be sure it includes the letter SJ or later (or equivalent).
SAE 10W-30 is recommended for general, all
temperature use. Other viscosities shown in the chart
may be used when the average temperature in your
area is within the indicated range.
To check the oil level:
1. Remove the oil
fi
ller cap and wipe the dipstick
clean.
Oil Dip Stick
Oil Fill
2. Insert the dipstick into the oil
fi
ller neck but do not
screw it in.
3. If the level is low,
fi
ll to the full level mark on the
dipstick
Full
Oil Capacity: 1.4 Litres
Fuel
WARNING
Petrol is highly
fl
ammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured when
handling fuel.
Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and
fl
ame
away.
Handle fuel only outdoors.
Wipe up spills immediately.
With the engine stopped, remove the fuel tank cap
and check the fuel level.
Re
fi
ll the fuel tank if the fuel level is low. Refuel care-
fully to avoid spilling fuel.
Do not
fi
ll above the bottom of the fuel tank neck.
NOTICE
Fuel can damage paint and plastic. Be careful not to
spill fuel when
fi
lling your fuel tank. Damage caused
by spilled fuel is not covered under warranty.
After refuelling tighten the fuel cap securely.