Product Manual
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MAINTENANCE
CHECKING/ADDING THE OIL
Check the oil level of the generator according to the Recommended
Maintenance Schedule in Fig. 14. The oil level should be checked
before each use or every 8 hours of operation. The oil capacity of
the generator engine is 11.8 fl. ounces. Add oil when the oil level is
low. For proper type and weight of oil refer to “add oil” portion of
the “Generator Preparation” section. This is a critical step for proper
engine starting. The generator is equipped with an automatic shutoff to
protect it from running on low oil. To check the oil level:
1. Make sure the generator is on a level surface. Do not tilt the generator to assist in filling as oil will flow into engine
areas and cause damage. Keep generator level!
2. Remove the dipstick (Fig. 15) and wipe it with a clean rag.
3. Insert the dipstick into the oil fill opening without screwing in. Remove the dipstick to check the oil mark. Add
oil if the oil mark covers less than one half of the dipstick.
4. Using a funnel or appropriate dispenser, slowly add more oil. Repeat step 2 until the oil mark reaches the top of
the dipstick (and you can see oil coming up the threads of the oil fill). Do not over fill the crankcase.
5. Reinstall dipstick and wipe clean any spill oil with a rag.
DRAINING THE OIL
Change the oil according to the Recommended Maintenance Schedule in Fig. 14. Change the oil more often if oper-
ating 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 complete drainage.
Drain the oil from the generator according to the following steps.
Fig. 15
Fig. 16
Oil Drain
Plug
WARNING: Make sure the generator is shut off before performing any inspection or
maintenance procedures.
1. Place generator on elevated platform such as table or desk. Prepare
a container underneath the oil drain plug next to the oil dipstick to
catch the oil as it drains.
2. Unscrew oil drain plug on the size of the crankcase (Fig. 16) and
allow the oil to drain from the engine completely.
3. Reinstall the oil drain plug and tighten it securely. Wipe clean any
oil spillage.
NOTE: Never dispose of used motor oil in the trash or down a drain.
Please call a local recycling center or auto garage to arrange proper oil
disposal.