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MAINTENANCE

ENGINE OIL MAINTENANCE

Engine Oil Specification

1.  Only use the engine oil specified in graphic below.
2.  Only use 4-stroke/cycle engine oil. 

NEVER USE 

2-STROKE/CYCLE OIL

. Synthetic oil is an 

acceptable substitute for conventional oil.

Recommended Oil

CHECKING ENGINE OIL

NOTICE

Always maintain proper engine oil level. Failure to maintain 

proper engine oil level could result in severe damage to the 

engine and/or shorten the life of the engine. Always use the 

specified engine oil. Failure to use the specified engine oil 

can cause accelerated wear and/or shorten the life of the 

engine.

Engine oil level should be checked before every use.
1.  Always operate or maintain the generator

 

on a flat surface.

2.  Stop engine if running.
3.  Let engine sit and cool for several minutes (allow 

crankcase pressure to equalize).

4.  With a damp rag, clean around the

 

oil fill plug/dipstick.

5.  Remove oil fill plug/dipstick.

Oil Fill Plug/Dipstick

6.  Check oil level: When checking the engine oil, 

remove the oil fill plug/dipstick and wipe it clean. 

Thread the oil fill plug/dipstick all the way back in and 

then remove and check the oil level on the oil fill plug/

dipstick. 

•  Acceptable Oil Level

 – Oil is visible on the 

crosshatches between the H and L lines on the oil 

fill plug/dipstick.

• 

Low Oil

 – Oil is below the L line on the oil fill plug/ 

dipstick.

ADDING ENGINE OIL

1.  Always operate or maintain the generator

 

on a flat surface.

2.  Stop engine if running.
3.  Let engine sit and cool for several minutes (allow 

crankcase pressure to equalize).

4.  Thoroughly clean around the oil fill plug/dipstick.
5.  Remove oil fill plug/dipstick and wipe clean.
6.  Select the proper engine oil.
7.  Using a funnel, slowly add engine oil to the engine. 

Stop frequently to check the level to avoid overfilling.

8.  Continue to add oil until the oil is at the correct level.

MAINTENANCE

Содержание HYBRID DUAL FUEL R12000DF

Страница 1: ...R12000DF Dual Fuel OPEN FRAME Generator GASOLINE 9500 Running Watts 12000 Peak Watts PROPANE 8550 Running Watts 10800 Peak Watts...

Страница 2: ...se you and others to be seriously hurt or killed Model Number Running Watts Peak Watts Gasoline Tank Size G Rated Speed RPM Ignition Type Spark plug Engine Disp cc Stroke X Bore Oil Capacity qt Oil Ty...

Страница 3: ...register your generator you will need to locate the following information RAINIER PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM PERSONAL INFORMATION GENERATOR INFORMATION First Name _____________________________________...

Страница 4: ...cation Selection 13 Grounding the Generator 13 High Altitude Operation Conversion Kits 13 Power Cord 14 Engine Fluids and Fuel 15 Adding Gasoline to the Fuel Tank 15 Connecting LPG Tank 16 Starting th...

Страница 5: ...NGER Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CA...

Страница 6: ...ap with the engine running Never refuel the generator while the engine is running Always turn engine off and allow the generator to cool before refueling Only fill fuel tank with gasoline Keep sparks...

Страница 7: ...sive and flammable Explosions and fire can cause severe burns or death Gasoline and gasoline vapor Gas Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive Gas expands and contracts with different temperatures...

Страница 8: ...e wheel kit is designed for use on this generator only INSTALLING FEET TO FRAME 1 Place generator on a flat surface 2 Place a piece of cardboard or other soft material to tip the generator onto to pro...

Страница 9: ...when connecting battery cables ALWAYS disconnect the negative battery cable black boot first when disconnecting battery cables NEVER connect the negative battery cable black boot to the positive post...

Страница 10: ...t breakers and outlets Battery Included for electric start models Oil Fill Plug Dipstick Must be removed to add and check oil FEATURES Oil Drain Plug Must be removed to drain engine oil Propane Hook U...

Страница 11: ...ervicing the engine or the spark plug CARB Canister Required for models sold into and used in California Muffler and Spark Arrester Avoid contact until engine is cooled down Spark arrestor prevents sp...

Страница 12: ...tor Switch Select and turn on gas or propane Electric Start Switch Hold in Start position to start generator Switch to STOP to stop the engine Data Center The VFT Meter is an LED display that will rot...

Страница 13: ...electrical shock due to faulty appliances High Altitude Operation Engine power is reduced the higher you operate above sea level Output will be reduced approximately 3 5 for every 1000ft of increased...

Страница 14: ...the responsibility of the user only This table is intended for reference only The results produced by using this table are not guaranteed to be correct or applicable in all situations as the type and...

Страница 15: ...ing the first five hours of operating the generator make sure to not exceed 50 of the rated running watts until the unit is broken in properly Make sure to vary to load occasionally to allow stator wi...

Страница 16: ...e propane tank and disconnect LPG hose when not in use OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE GENERATOR BEFORE STARTING THE GENERATOR REVIEW SAFETY SECTION STARTING ON PAGE 5 Before attempting to start the gen...

Страница 17: ...ce for start up FOR GASOLINE a Move the fuel shut off valve to the ON position ON OFF b Turn fuel selector knob to GASOLINE Fuel Shut Off ON Fuel Selector GASOLINE FOR LPG PROPANE a Make sure the LPG...

Страница 18: ...the engine is hot can cause extremely hot oil to spray out of the crankcase and can severely burn skin Allow engine oil to cool for several minutes before removing the oil fill plug dipstick Always p...

Страница 19: ...Change Cooling Features Check Clean Air Filter Check Clean Replace Spark Plug Check Clean Replace Spark Arrestor Check Clean Service more frequently if operating in dry and dusty conditions TABLE 2 M...

Страница 20: ...ize 4 With a damp rag clean around the oil fill plug dipstick 5 Remove oil fill plug dipstick Oil Fill Plug Dipstick 6 Check oil level When checking the engine oil remove the oil fill plug dipstick an...

Страница 21: ...on facility AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE WARNING Never use gasoline or other flammable solvents to clean the air filter Use only household detergent soap to clean the air filter Cleaning the Air Filter The...

Страница 22: ...plug boot by firmly pulling the plastic spark plug boot handle directly away from the engine NOTICE Never apply any side load or move the spark plug laterally when removing the spark plug Applying a...

Страница 23: ...e Switch is switched to STOP so the generator does not draw power from battery 2 Clean the generator as outlined in Cleaning the Generator 3 Drain all gasoline from the fuel tank as best as possible 4...

Страница 24: ...ck for overload condition 2 The power cord s plug connector is not fully engaged in the generator s outlet 2 Verify plug connector is firmly engaged in the generator s outlet 3 Faulty or defective pow...

Страница 25: ...buretor dispersing after operation 3 Normal no remedy is needed Poor performance or engine stalling on propane 1 Propane fuel line kinked or crushed 1 Inspect propane fuel line and remove kinks or oth...

Страница 26: ...ou must at your expense deliver or ship your Rainier generator to an Rainier Outdoor Power Equipment Authorized Service Dealer for warranty repairs which must occur within the applicable warranty peri...

Страница 27: ...rtime holiday or emergency labor Starting battery fuses light bulbs and engine fluids DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES This limited warranty is in lieu of all other expressed or implied warranties inc...

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