Item # GEN4000TRI 4000 Surge Watt / 3500 Running Watt Portable Tri Fuel LP Liquid Propane, Gasoline, Natural Gas Generator Manual
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PREPARING THE GENERATOR FOR USE
Using this Generator for the First-Time
STOP!
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
1-866-460-9436 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
18.5 fluid oz. 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 GEN4000TRI Oil Capacity
18.5 ounces
Model GEN4000TRI Oil Type Recommended
High Detergent Motor Oil, SAE10W-30
To add oil:
1. Confirm that this generator is on a level surface.
2. Unscrew the oil filler/dipstick cap from the engine as illustrated in Figure 1.
3. Using a funnel, add high detergent motor oil to fill the engine crankcase to the correct quantity. SAE10W-30 oil is recommended for general,
all-temperature use.
When the engine crankcase is full, the oil level should reach all the way up to the threads
as illustrated in Figure 2.
4. Replace the oil filler/dipstick cap.
Figure 1 - Unscrew the Oil Cap
Figure 2 - Add Oil To TOP Of Threads
Oil
Filler
Hole
