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FILLING WITH ENGINE OIL
When checking the oil level make sure your engine is sitting level. If it is
tilted, you may add either too much or too little oil. If you over fill, your
engine will consume too much oil and the oil temperature will become dan-
gerously high; if you do not add enough oil, your engine could seize up.
When checking the oil, simply dip the
dipstick into the oil pan. Do not screw in
the dipstick.
Be sure to check the engine on a level
surface with the engine stopped.
Replacing engine oil
After engine has been run prior to changing the oil will be very hot. Wear
the correct PPE - a minimum of gloves and overalls.
1. DO NOT allow any dust, dirt or any other debris to enter oil or crank-
case.
2. Remove the oil fillercap.
3. Remove the drain plug and drain the old oil while the engine is still-
warm.
4. The plug is located on the bottom of the cylinder block.
5. After draining, re-tighten the drain plug and refill with the recommend-
ed oil API CH-4/CF/SJ/SL diesel engine oil or higher grade.
BATTERY
When you first install the battery, ensure that the battery’s polarity is the
same as the generator’s battery leads:
Black = negative
Red = positive.
1. Using a voltmeter- check the voltage is 12.3V+, if lower, the battery
must be charged.
2. Check that the voltage is correct every month. The battery should be
between 12.5v and 13.6v. When the engine is running it should re-
charge the battery.
3. Make sure battery is free from damage and is not leaking. If battery
shows signs of damage or leaking – DO NOT continue to use. Instead
replace battery immediately.
4. Make sure that all battery acid spills are correctly cleaned up straight
away.
5. The battery should be stored in a charged condition.
6. The battery is a 12 volt 36Ah sealed lead acid battery and requires no
maintenance other than;
• Ensure battery terminals are kept clean, tight and covered to prevent
shortcircuiting.
• If the battery voltage is too low, it will require charging before use.
• Keep the battery in a cool, dry place. It is important to clean the bat-
tery every three months and charge every six months.
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