User Manual

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PREPARING THE GENERATOR FOR USE
Using the Generator for the First Time
If you are using the generator for the first time, there are a few steps you must take to prepare
it for operation.
Step 1- Add oil
The generator requires engine oil to operate properly. The generator, when new from the
package, contains no oil in the crankcase. You must add the proper amount of oil before
operating the generator for the first time. This amount, which is equal to the oil capacity of the
engine crankcase, can be found on the chart in figure 1. When filling the engine with oil in the
future, please refer to this chart.
Engine oil capacity
20 fluid oz.
Figure 1- Generator Oil Capacity
CAUTION:
• Do not apply engine oil with additives or
2-stroke gasoline engine oil, as they
haven’t enough lubrication, which may
shorten the engine’s service life.
• Engine oil recommended: SAE 10W-30.
As viscosity varies with regions and
temperatures, so the lubricant has to be
selected in accordance with our
recommendation.
To add oil, follow these steps:
1. Make sure the generator is on a level surface.
2. Unscrew the oil filler/dipstick cap from the engine as shown in figure 2.
3. Using a funnel, add the appropriate amount of oil, as found in figure 1, into the
(12) Engine Switch - Used to start/stop engine.
(13) Recoil Starter - Pull-cord for starting engine.
(14) Fuel Filter Cup - Traps dirt and water from fuel before it enters the engine.
(15) Fuel valve - Allows fuel to enter engine.
(16) Spark plug - Provides proper engine ignition.
(17) Muffler - Reduces engine noise.
(11) Oil Drain Bolt - Location for used for draining the oil.
Model number XP4000S