Owner's Manual

PRE-OPERATION CHECK

Engine oil

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Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance

and service life. Non-detergent and 2-stroke engine oils will damage the

engine and are not recommended.

Check the oil level BEFORE EACH

USE with the generator on a level

surface with the engine stopped.

Use Honda 4-stroke oil, or an

equivalent high detergent, premium

quality motor oil certified to meet or

exceed U.S. automobile manufac-

turer’s requirements for Service T

Classification SG, SF/CC, CD. Mo-

tor oils classified SG, SF/CC, CD will

show this designation on the con-

tainer.

-30 -20 -10

0 10 20 30 40°C

AMBIENT TEMPERATURE

SAE 1 OW-30 is recommended for general, all-temperature use. Other viscosities

shown in the chart may be used when the average temperature in your area

is within the indicated range.

1. Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean.

2. Check the oil level by inserting the dipstick into the filler neck without

screwing it in.

3. If the level is low, fill to the top of the oil filler neck with the recommended

oil.

OIL FILLER HOLE

UPPER

LEVEL