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USING THE GENERATOR FOR THE FIRST TIME
The following section describes steps necessary to prepare the generator for use. If after reading this sec-
tion, you are unsure about how to perform any of the steps please call (800) 232-1195 M-F 8-5 CST for
customer service. Failure to perform these steps properly can damage the generator or shorten its life.
Step 1 - ADD OIL
The generator is shipped without oil. User must add the proper amount of oil before operating the generator for
the first time. The oil capacity of the engine crankcase is 0.58 quarts (0.55 liters). For general use (above 40° F), we
recommend 30W, 4-stroke engine oil. NOTE: Oil dipstick can be found on the righthand side of the generator if
you’re facing the front control panel.
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
Select good quality detergent oil bearing the American Petroleum Institute (API) service classifications SJ, SL,
or SM. (Synthetic oils may be used.) Use the ASE viscosity grade of oil from the following chart (Figure 1) that
matches the starting temperature anticipated before the next oil changes.
Figure 1 - Engine Oil Replacemendations
To add oil, follow these steps
:
1. Make sure the generator is on a level surface. Tilting the generator to assist in filling will cause oil to flow into
engine areas and will cause damage. Keep generator level!
2. Open the access panel (on the righthand side of the generator if you’re facing the front control panel). Remove
the dipstick from the engine. (Figure 2)
3. Add oil slowly to bring level to full. (Figure 2).
4. To check the oil level: wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Insert the dipstick into the oil fill opening without
screwing in. Remove the dipstick to check the oil mark.
5. Slowly add more oil and repeat step 4 until the oil mark reaches to the top of the dipstick (Figure 2). Do not
over fill the crankcase. The generator is equipped with a low oil sensor and will not start if the amount of oil is in
sufficient.
6. Check for oil leaks. Tighten dipstick firmly before closing the access panel.
Oil Dipstick Figure 2 - Oil Fill Opening, Dipstick and Oil Level
GENERATOR PREPARATION
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