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OPM-145/D
STARTING PROCEDURE
PRE-START CHECK LIST
There is a Pre-Start & Warranty Form that must be filled out
by an Authorized WINCO Service Center. After completing
the checklist, the engine-generator set is ready for initial
start-up.
WARNING: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE:
Before attempting to start this unit, complete your pre-start
checklist and ensure the generator mainline circuit breaker
(if installed) is in the proper position prior to starting.
Starting this unit without it properly connected can cause
serious personal injury or equipment damage.
DO NOT jump start these engine-generator sets. Starting
these units on a low battery or jump starting them will
cause damage to the engine control module.
CAUTION:
For the first 10 seconds of operation all of the oil, coolant,
and electrical shutdowns are disabled. This is enough time
to cause catastrophic damage to the equipment if the
pre-start checklist is not properly completed and proper
maintenance isn’t consistently followed.
LUBRICATION
Before starting the engine, check the oil level in the
crankcase. If it is low, refill to the full mark with the proper
weight/grade of oil as recommended by the engine
manufacturer’s maintenance instructions. The necessity of
using the correct oil, and keeping the crankcase full, cannot
be over emphasized. Failure to use the proper oil and keep
the crankcase properly filled will cause excessive engine
wear and shorten its useful life.
WINCO recommends our 5W-30 fully synthetic heavy duty
engine oil to give you maximum cold weather protection
while maintaining excellent performance in warmer
weather. We have partnered with a national lubrication oil
manufacturer to give you access to Winco private branded
premium oil available at comparable prices to conventional
oils. See your dealer for additional information.
dip stick
upper
lower
oil cap
filler port
CAUTION: PERSONAL INJURY
Only check oil when the engine is not running and is at a
low temperature in order to avoid the risk of burns.
1. Remove the dipstick and ensure the oil level is
between the Min and Max limits.
2. If it is difficult to assess the level of the oil, clean the
dipstick using a clean cloth and then put it back into
its seat. Remove the dipstick again and check the
level.
3. If level is low, unscrew the oil cap and refill with
suitable oil using the previous table.
COOLANT
Before starting the engine, check the coolant level in
the radiator. If it is low, refer to Refilling Coolant in the
Maintenance section of this manual. The radiator should be
filled to about 1 inch below the filler neck. For additional
information on engine coolant requirements, see engine
manufacturer’s maintenance instructions.
