7
PRE-OPERATION CHECK
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL
WARNING.
Running the generator with
insufficient engine oil can cause serious
engine damage.
Engine oil should be replaced during regular
maintenance or when the oil level is below the end
of the dipstick.
WARNING.
Before checking or replacing
oil, make sure the engine is fully stopped
and ther generator is situated on a stable
and level surface.
ADDING ENGINE OIL
Engine oil has a major influence on engine
performance and service life. For general, all
temperature use, SAE 15W-40 is recommended.
Always use a 4-stroke motor oil. Non-detergent or
2-stroke engine oils will damage the engine and
should not be used.
1. Place the generator on an even surface with
the spark plug side facing up and unscrew the
oil filler cap/dipstick (Fig.1).
2. Wipe dipstick clean and re-seat in hole; do not
re-thread. Remove dipstick again and check
the oil level. The oil level should fall within the
level indicator area on the dipstick. If level is
low, add engine oil until the fluid level rises to
the upper portion of the level indicator area on
the dipstick (Fig.2). Replace and secure the oil
cap/dipstick and return the generator to the
stand position.
CHECKING/ADDING FUEL
1. Remove the fuel cap (Fig.3).
2. Remove and clean the fuel filter (Fig.4).
3. Fill with unleaded petrol. The fuel tank should
not be filled above the top of the fuel filter
(Fig.5). Replace and secure the fuel cap. Never
use old, stale, or contaminated unleaded fuel,
and do not use an oil/fuel mixture. Do not allow dirt
or water into the fuel tank.
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fuel Filter
Tank Cap
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Oil filler
port
Oil
sensor
Oil filler
cap/dipstick
Fig. 1