GEN4000DF-SS 4000 Surge Watt / 3500 Running Watt Portable Dual Fuel LPG Liquid Propane Gas & Gasoline Generator Manual
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MAINTENANCE/CARE
Proper routine maintenance of this generator is essential for safe, economical, and trouble-free operation. It will help prolong the life of this generator
as well as help reduce air pollution. Perform maintenance checks and procedures according to the schedule in Figure 10.
STOP!
If you have questions about maintenance procedures described in this manual,
call 1-866-460-9436 , Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM Central Time.
Never perform maintenance procedures while this generator is running. Allow this generator to cool before commencing any maintenance
procedures. Keep heat, sparks and flame away.
Improper maintenance and/or failure to correct any problems prior to operating this generator can cause a malfunction which could cause
death or serious injury. Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this manual.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule
Each Use
Every Month or
Each 20 Hrs
Every 3 Months or
Each 50 Hrs
Every 6 Months or
Each 100 Hrs
Every Year or
Each 300 Hrs
Engine Oil
Check Level
X
Replace
X (First Use)
X
Air Filter
Check
X
Clean
X
Fuel Filler Cap
Clean
X
Spark Plug
Check/Clean
X
Clean
X
Figure 10 - Recommended maintenance schedule
Cleaning the Generator
Always try to use this generator in a cool dry place. If this generator becomes dirty, the exterior can be cleaned with a damp cloth, soft brush,
vacuum and/or pressurized air.
Never clean this generator with a bucket of water and/or a hose as water can get inside and cause a short circuit or corrosion.
Never use gasoline to clean parts of this generator.
Checking the Oil Level
Even though this generator is equipped with an automatic shutoff to protect it from damage due to low oil, it is important to check the oil level in the
engine crankcase before each use to ensure that there is a sufficient quantity.
To check the oil level:
1. Verify that this generator is shut down and on a level surface.
2. Unscrew the oil filler/dipstick cap from the engine as illustrated in Figure 11.
3. With a dry cloth, wipe the oil off of the dipstick that is located on the inside of the cap.
4. Insert the dipstick as if replacing the cap and then remove again. There should be oil on the dipstick. If there is no oil on the dipstick, or oil is
visible only at the very end of the dipstick, add oil until the engine crankcase is filled (see “Changing/Adding Oil” in this section of this manual).
5. Confirm that the oil filler/dipstick cap is properly in place when finished verifying the oil level.
