Owners Manual

200991 - 4500W DUAL FUEL INVERTER GENERATOR
ASSEMBLY
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1. Place the generator on a flat, level surface.
2. Turn the oil access cover fastener to the unlocked position
and remove the cover.
3. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick to add oil.
4. Using a funnel, add up to 16.9 fl. oz. (500 ml) of oil (included)
and replace oil fill cap/dipstick and secure cover.
DO NOT OVERFILL.
5. Check engine oil level before each use and add as needed.
MAX
OIL DIP STICK
MAX
OIL DIP STICK

NOTICE
Once oil has been added, a visual check should show oil about
1-2 threads from running out of the fill hole.
When using the dipstick to check oil level, DO NOT screw in
the dipstick while checking.

NOTICE
Check oil level often during the break-in period. Refer to the
Maintenance section for recommended service intervals.
 CAUTION
This engine is equipped with a low oil shut-off and will stop
when the oil level in the crankcase falls below the threshold
level.

NOTICE
The first 5 hours of run time are the break-in period for the
unit. During the break in period stay at or below 50% of the
running watt rating and vary the load occasionally to allow
stator windings to heat and cool. Adjusting the load will also
cause engine speed to vary slightly and help seat piston rings.
After the 5 hour break-in period, change the oil.

NOTICE
Synthetic oil may be used after the 5 hour initial break-in
period. Using synthetic oil does not decrease the recommended
oil change interval. Full synthetic 5W-30 oil will aid in starting
in cold ambient < 41º F (5º C) temperatures.
Add Fuel: Gasoline
 DANGER
Gasoline vapors are highly flammable and extremely explosive.
DO NOT light or smoke cigarettes. Fire or explosion can cause
severe burns or death.
Only fill or drain fuel outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
DO NOT pump gasoline directly into the generator. Use an
approved container to transfer the fuel to the generator.
Never use a gasoline container, gasoline tank, or any
other fuel item that is broken, cut, torn or damaged.
DO NOT overfill the gasoline tank. Always keep fuel away from
sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat and other sources of
ignition.