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Synthetic 5W-30
30W
10W-30
• 30W Engine Oil
Temperatures above 40°F
• 10W-30 Engine Oil
Temperatures between 0°F - 40°F
• Synthetic 5W-30 Engine Oil
All temperature ranges
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). Select the SAE viscosity grade of oil that matches the
expected operating temperature.
°F
°C
-20
0
20
32
40
60
80
100
40
20
0
-20
-10
10
-30
30
12
GENERATOR PREPARATION
The following section describes the necessary steps to prepare the generator for use. If you are unsure about how to
perform any of the steps please call
1-(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 / CHECK 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
11.8 fl. oz
(0.35 L).
Fig. 1
To add oil, follow these steps:
1. Place the generator on a level surface. Make sure the engine is OFF
before adding or checking oil.
2. Using a coin, turn the oil access cover screw 1/4 turn clockwise,
then remove the access cover (Fig. 2 - 1) from the service panel.
Then, unscrew the oil dipstick from the engine.
3. Using an oil funnel or appropriate dispenser, slowly add oil into the
oil fill, being careful not to overfill the unit. Fill the crank case to the
upper fill line so you can visually see the oil coming halfway up the oil
fill threads (Fig. 3).
4. Reinstall the oil dipstick and firmly tighten it. Wipe clean any spilled
oil.
5. Reinstall the oil access cover. Using a coin, turn the screw 1/4 turn
counterclockwise to secure it in place.
CAUTION!
Keep the generator level! Tilting the generator to as-
sist in filling will cause oil to flow into the engine areas and will
cause damage.
Dipstick
1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Lower Fill Line
Upper Fill Line