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PREPARING THE UNIT
UNPACKING
CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
THIS UNIT HAS BEEN SHIPPED WITH OIL. Failure to
maintain the engine oil at the proper level will result in
serious engine damage.
When you unpack your engine-generator set be sure to
remove all the information sheets and manuals from the
carton.
1. As you receive your unit, it is critical to check it for any
damage. If any damage is noted, it is always easiest to
refuse the shipment and let WINCO take care of the freight
claim. If you sign for the unit, the transfer of the ownership
requires that you file the freight claim
2. Before proceeding with the preparations of your new
generator for operation, take a couple of minutes to ensure
the unit you have received is the correct model and review
the specification pages in this manual to ensure that this
unit meets your job requirements.
LUBRICATION
Before starting the engine, check the oil level. The
recommended grade oil and quantity of oil required is listed
in the engine operator’s manual and under the service tab
in this manual. This unit was shipped with oil. The engine
normally holds 46 - 48 ounces (1.4 - 1.5 quarts) of oil. When
filling the crankcase, use the dipstick to ensure that you
do not over fill the crankcase. The full oil level mark on the
dipstick is depicted in the following image.
Oil is added to the engine by removing the oil cap (ref. ‘C’)
and adding oil at this point. After filling the crankcase to the
proper level, be sure you properly tighten the oil fill cap.
NOTE: This engine generator must be on a level surface
before you check or add oil to the system.
The necessity of using the correct oil and keeping the
crankcase full cannot be overemphasized. Engine failures
resulting from inadequate or improper lubricant are
considered abuse and not covered by the generator or
engine manufacturer’s warranty.
OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for
the engines. Winco recommends our 5W-30 fully synthetic
oil to give you excellent protection in cold temperatures
while maintaining excellent performance in warmer
weather.
* Below 40°F (4°C) the use of SAE30 will result in hard
setting.
** Above 80°F (27°C) the use of 10W-30 may cause
increased oil consumption. Check oil level more frequently.
Briggs & Stratton recommends the use of their warranty
certified oils for best performance. Other high-quality
detergent oils are acceptable is classified for service SF, SG,
SH, SJ, or higher. Do not use special additives.
GASOLINE
When using gasoline, always use fresh, clean, unleaded
fuel. This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline
with a minimum octane rating of 87 or higher. Gasoline
containing no more than 10% ethanol is accepted.
CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Do not use unapproved gasolines, such as E15 or E85.
Do NOT mix oil in the gasoline. Use of unapproved
fuels will damage the engine components and void the
engine warranty.
Use of fuels with content of ethanol greater than shown
above, may cause starting and/or performance problems.
Always ensure that the fuel is clean and free of all debris.
WARNING: FIRE DANGER
Gasoline and its fumes are VERY explosive when proper
precautions are not taken.
Never use gasoline that has been stored for an extended
period of time as the fuel will lose its volatile properties and
you will be left with varnish residue.
The use of additives, such as STA-BIL, or an equivalent, will
minimize the formation of fuel gum deposits. If a unit has
been out of operation for an extended period of time, it
is best to drain old fuel from the engine and replace with
fresh fuel before attempting to start.
See the engine manual for special instructions for operating
this unit over 5000 feet.