DRAINING / CHANGING OIL
Change the oil according to the Recommended Maintenance Schedule in Table 4.
Change the oil
more often
if
operating under heavy load or high ambient temperatures. It is also necessary to drain the oil from the crankcase if
it has become contaminated with water or dirt. Changing the oil when the engine is warm allows for more-complete
drainage.
To change engine oil:
1. Prepare an approved oil-storage container underneath the oil drainage hose (Fig. 12 - 1) to catch oil as it drains.
Fig. 12
1
MAINTENANCE
WARNING!
Never clean the generator when it is running! Never clean with a bucket of water or a hose. Water
can get inside the working parts of the generator and cause corrosion or a short circuit.
CLEANING YOUR GENERATOR
Keep the generator clean to prevent improper operation or machine damage from dirt and debris. Inspect all ventila-
tion openings on the generator. These openings must be kept clean and unobstructed.
If the generator becomes dirty, use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces. Use a soft bristle brush to loosen dirt and
oil and use a vacuum to pick up loose dirt. Use low pressure air (not to exceed 25 PSI) to blow away dirt.
CHECKING / ADDING OIL
Check the oil level before each use and every 8 hours of operation
(refer to Table 4). The oil capacity of the gen-
erator engine is
34.0 fl. oz. (1 L)
. Add oil when the oil level is low. For the proper type and weight of oil refer to page
<?>, Fig. 3. This is a critical step for proper engine starting. The generator is equipped with a with low-oil shut
down to protect it from running without oil.
To check the oil level and/or add oil refer to
"Step 1 - Add/Check Oil."
NOTE:
To avoid possible gasoline spills from the carburetor
bowl, drain the carburetor (see p. 28) before draining oil.
2. Remove the oil drainage hose from its harness behind
the panel. Open the oil drainage valve by turning the lever,
and allow oil to drain from the engine completely.
3. Close the oil drainage valve after the oil has drained.
NOTE:
Never dispose of used engine oil in the trash or down
a drain. Please call a local recycling center or auto garage to
arrange proper oil disposal.
4. Unscrew the oil dipstick. Using a funnel or appropriate
dispenser, add 37.2 fl oz of clean engine oil into the oil fill
until you can see oil coming up the threads of the oil fill. Do
not over fill.
5. Reinstall the oil dipstick and tighten it securely. Wipe
clean any oil spillage.
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