Use and Care Manual

4. Maintenance 1-2014
4.2 Cleaning the Housing Top
The top surface of the generator set housing can be damaged by pressure washing or solvents
and other cleaning agents. Only use soap and water or an “all citrus degreaser" to clean the top.
4.3 Exercising the Generator Set
NOTICE
Audible engine RPM variation may be heard while there is no load applied. This is
normal and does not affect genset performance.
Exercising the generator set drives off moisture, re-lubricates the engine and removes oxides
from electrical contacts. The result is better starting, more reliable operation and longer engine
life.
The generator set exerciser is capable of automatically starting the generator set and letting it
run for 20 minutes, once every 28 days, or more often, if desired.
Refer to the Exercise Settings section of this manual for more information on setting up the
exerciser.
4.4 Engine Oil Maintenance
4.4.1 Recommended Engine Oil
Check the oil level prior to starting the generator set to verify that the oil level is between the
FULL and ADD marks.
• The generator set is shipped with engine oil
• 5W-30 synthetic engine oil is recommended
4.4.2 Checking Engine Oil Level
WARNING
State and federal agencies have determined that contact with used engine oil can cause cancer
or reproductive toxicity. Avoid skin contact and breathing of vapors. Use rubber gloves and
wash exposed skin. Accidental or remote starting of the generator set can cause severe personal
injury or death. Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable and place the control switch in its OFF
position before starting work.
1. Pull out the dip stick and wipe it clean
2. Reinsert the dip stick
3. Remove the dipstick one final time and check the oil level
NOTICE
The engine oil level indicated on the dipstick should be between the FULL and ADD
marks.
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