5. If you smell the rotten eggs smell or LP, close the shut off valve on the LP tank immediately and
have the tank serviced before continued use.
Battery System
6. Check the battery terminals for clean, tight connections. Loose or corroded connections have high
electrical resistance which makes starting the generator more difficult. See maintaining Battery
and Battery Connections.
Mechanical Systems
7. Look for mechanical damage. Start the generator and check for unusual noises and vibrations.
Check generator mounting bolts or welded connections to the RV chassis to confirm they are
secure.
8. Check the generator air inlet and outlet openings are not clogged with debris or otherwise blocking
air flow into or out of the generator.
9. Clean accumulated dust, dirt or other debris from the generator. Do not clean the generator while it
is running or still hot. Protect the generator, air filter, control panel, and electrical components
from water, soap or cleaning solvents.
10. Do not use a power washer to clean the generator.
Checking Engine Oil Level
Crankcase pressure can expel hot engine oil out of the fill opening, causing severe burns. Never
attempt to check the oil level with the generator running.
Overfilling the engine with oil will increase the oil consumption and degrade engine performance. Keep
the oil level within the cross hatched marks.
1.
Park the RV on a flat level surface.
2.
Unscrew the oil fill cap and wipe the oil off the dipstick. (Fig. 8) Screw the dipstick back in, remove
it again and read the oil level on the cross hatched marks.
3.
Add or drain the oil as needed. See Engine Oil Recommendation. Keep the oil level within the cross
hatched marks.
4.
After checking the oil level, make sure the oil cap is screwed on securely.
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