PREPARING THE GENERATOR FOR USE
Using this Generator for the First-Time
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The following section describes the required steps for preparing this generator for the first use. Failure to correctly perform these steps
can damage this generator and/or shorten its life. If still unsure about how to perform any of these steps after reading this section, call
1-888-287-6981 Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM Central Time for customer service.
If this generator is being used for the first time, the following few steps are required to prepare it for operation:
Step 1 - Add Oil
This generator requires engine oil to function. Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service life. When new from
the package, this generator contains no oil in the engine crankcase. The correct quantity of oil is equal to the oil capacity of the engine crankcase
and is 13.5 fluid oz (0.40 L) for this Model GEN154 2000 Surge Watts / 1500 Running Watts Portable Generator. Add the correct quantity of oil
before operating this generator for the first time. When replenishing oil for subsequent use of this generator, always determine that this generator
has the correct quantity of oil.
Model GEN154 Oil Capacity (fluid oz./L)
13.5 / 0.4
Model GEN154 Oil Type Recommended
SAE10W-30
To add oil:
1. Confirm that this generator is on a level surface.
2. Open the Oil Access Panel as illustrated in Figure 1.
3. Using a funnel, add high detergent motor oil to fill the engine crankcase to the correct quantity as stated above. SAE10W-30 oil is recommended.
When the engine crankcase is full, the oil level should reach the lower lip of the oil filling opening as illustrated in Figure 2.
4. Replace the oil filler/dipstick cap and close the oil access panel.
Figure 1 – Open the Oil Access Panel
Figure 2 - Adding Oil
GEN154 2000 Surge Watts/1500 Running Watts Portable Generator
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