Use and Care Manual

4. Maintenance 1-2014
2. Make sure the oil drain hose is connected to the oil drain valve and open the drain valve.
Reclose the valve when oil stops draining.
3. Spin off the oil filter canister and clean the filter mounting surface on the engine block.
Remove the old gasket if it remains.
4. Make sure the gasket is in place on the new filter and apply a thin film of clean oil to the
gasket. Spin the new filter on until the gasket just touches the block. Turn it an additional
1/2 to 3/4 turn. Do not over tighten.
5. Refill with 67 oz (2 liters) of oil.
CAUTION
Too much oil can cause high oil consumption. Too little oil can cause severe engine
damage. Keep the oil level between the Full and Add marks.
6. Start and run for 30 seconds.
7. Shut the engine off and wait 5 minutes.
8. Add more oil slowly, to bring the oil level to the FULL mark on the dipstick.
9. Dispose of the used oil and oil filter according to local environmental regulations.
4.5 Replacing the Air Filter Element
WARNING
Before working on the generator set, move the Switch (S2) to the Stop Position, disconnect the
remote harness (P7) to disable the ATS mounted charger, and remove the negative (-) battery
cable from the battery to prevent starting.
Refer to the Periodic Maintenance Table for scheduled air filter replacements. Replace it more
often in dusty environments.
To change the filter element:
1. Remove the outer and inner cover and reassemble with a new air filter element.
2. Make sure the outer cover is seated before tightening its wing nut.
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