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4. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS:
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL:
Ensure that the generator is on a flat and level surface before adding oil. Remove the oil
cap and check the level of the oil. Add oil to the generator if the oil is below the indicator
line. Always ensure that your engine oil is clean.
UPPER LIMIT
LOWER LIMIT
OIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK
OIL FILL HOLE
(BOTTOM EDGE)
OIL CAPACTIY FOR THE VARIOUS GENERATOR MODELS:
IB-G5800 - 1,1 L
IB-G6500ET - 1,1 L
RECOMMENDED ENGINE OIL:
Only use 4-stroke automotive oil (API or SE) alternatively you can use a higher grade (SG,
SH or SJ). SAE 10W-30 o 10W-40 is recommended for general all-temperature use. If
single viscosity oil is used, select the appropriate viscosity for the average temperature in
your area.
MULTIGRADE
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
SINGLE GRADE
-20 -10 0 10 20 30 40°C
-4 14 32 50 68 86 104°F
5KW
10KW
20KW
#20
#30
#40
10W-30
10W-40
CHECKING THE ENGINE FUEL:
WARNING:
Do not refuel while smoking or near an open flame or other potential fire hazards.
FUEL CAPACITY FOR VARIOUS GENERATORS MODELS:
IB-G5800 - 25 L
IB-G6500ET - 25 L
Use the fuel gauge to check the fuel level.
If the fuel level is too low, only refuel with unleaded fuel.
Ensure that you use the fuel filter screen on the fuel filter.
FUEL FILTER
SCREEN
TANK CAP
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WARNING:
Make sure you review each warning in order to prevent fire hazards. Do not refill the fuel
tank whilst the engine is running or hot. Please ensure that the fuel breaker/cock is
closed before refueling. Be careful not to contaminate the fuel with any dust, dirt, water
or other foreign liquids/objects. Please lean all spilt fuel thoroughly before starting the
generator.
Ensure that the generator is clear from any open flames. Do not smoke whist
refueling the generator.
Before starting the generator please check the following:
Check for any fuel leaking from any part of the generator.
Check that all the nuts and bolts are securely tightened on the generator.
Check for any visible damaged components on the generator.
Check that the generator is not resting on or adjacent to any electrical wiring.
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