Operation Manual

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1. CHANGING OIL
Drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and complete draining.
CAUTION: Make sure to turn the engine switch and the fuel cap lever OFF
before draining.
1. Loosen the cover screw and remove the left side maintenance cover.
2. Remove the oil filler cap.
3. Drain dirty oil into a container thoroughly.
4. Refill with the recommended oil, and check the oil level.
5. Reinstall the left side maintenance cover and tighten the cover screw
securely.
Recommended engine oil: multigrade SAE 10W-40
Wash your hands with soap and water after handling used oil.
NOTE: Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible with the
environment. We suggest you take it in a sealed container to your local service
station for reclamation. Do not throw it in the trash or pour it on the ground.
2. AIR CLEANER SERVICE
A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor. To prevent carburetor
malfunction, service the air cleaner regularly. Service more frequently when
operating the generator in extremely dusty areas.
WARNING
■ Do not use gasoline or low flash point solvents for cleaning. They are
flammable and explosive under certain conditions.
1. Loosen the cover screw and remove the left side maintenance cover.