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Reinstall and fully tighten the dipstick.
Refer to add oil instruction in MAINTENANCE section
for more information.
Oil capacity (rated):
See Parameters
WARNING
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Oil is a major factor affecting performance and
service life.
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We recommend using LawnMaster 4-Stroke
10W30 Oil (PP01020005). You can find more
information about this in the MAINTENANCE
section of this manual.
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OIL MUST BE PLACED IN ENGINE BEFORE
STARTING.
This engine is not filled with oil at
the factory. Any attempt to crank or start the
engine before it has been properly filled with
the recommended type and amount of oil may
result in engine damage and void your warranty.
CAUTION
Operate generator only on level surfaces. The engine
is equipped with a low oil sensors (if applicable) that
will automatically stop the engine when the oil level
falls below safe threshold. To avoid the inconvenient
unexpected shutdowns, fill to the upper limit and
check oil levels regularly.
4. ENGINE FUEL
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With the engine stopped, check the fuel level
gauge. Refill the fuel tank if necessary.
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Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded petrol.
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DO NOT mix oil with petrol.
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Always wipe up any spilled fuel.
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Be sure not to fill above the upper limit mark
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Always allow room for fuel expansion.
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DO NOT use engine and or carburetor cleaning
products in the fuel tank as this could result in
permanent damage.
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It is important to prevent gum deposits from
forming in essential fuel system components,
such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose or
tank during longterm storage. Also, experience
indicates that alcohol-blended fuels (gasohol,
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture,
which could lead to separation and formation
of acids during longterm storage.
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Acidic fuels can damage the fuel system while
in storage. Be sure to review the instructions in
the “Storage” section.
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Petrol/Alcohol Blends: up to 10% alcohol, 90%
unleaded petrol by volume is approved as a
fuel. Other forms of petrol/alcohol blends are
not approved.
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Damage and faults caused by old, stale or
contaminated fuel may void warranty.
DANGER
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Do not fill the fuel tank above the upper limit.
Over filling will result in engine damage and
may void warranty.
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Petrol is highly flammable and extremely
explosive. Keep flammable items away while
handling petrol as this could result in a fire.
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Fill fuel tank outdoors and well-ventilated areas
with the generator stopped.
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Always wipe off spilled fuel and wait until the
fuel has dried before starting the generator.
CAUTION
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To minimise gum deposits in your fuel system
and to insure easy starting, do not use petrol
that is left over from the previous seasons.
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Pressure can build up in the fuel tank. Allow
the generator to cool for at least two minutes
before removing fuel cap. Loosen the fuel cap
slowly to relieve any pressure in the tank.
