Use and Care Manual

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Maintenance
WARNING! AVOID SPLASHING OF HOT OIL; IT CAN BURN YOU AND CAUSE SEVERE INJURY.
4. A f ter oil is c o m pl ete l y d r ain e d , re pl ace oil d r ain plu g and ti g h te n w ith app r op r i ate tools. Re pl ace oil w ith
th e p r op er oil fo r y ou r p r odu c t. Re f er to th e Pre - Op er atin g Ins tr u c tion : Ge n er ato r S e tup s ec tion fo r e x act
fill re qui reme nts.
Always use your dipstick to check the oil level and only fill to the full mark on the dipstick. Never overfill
the engine as this can cause damage to the unit and void warranty.
5. Replace the dipstick/oil cap on the engine.
6. Shake generator to ensure the float in the Oil Alert System is free.
PROPER MAINTENANCE OF THE UNIT WILL INCREASE THE LIFE OF YOUR PRODUCT. THE OIL MUST BE
CHANGED ON A REGULAR BASIS FOR PROPER OPERATION, AND RELIABILITY AND TO ALSO MAINTAIN THE
WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT.
AIR CLEANER MAINTENANCE:
1. Remove the clip (item 9 in “Air Cleaner A” below) or the wing nut (item 7 in “Air Cleaner B” below)
to remove and check the air filter element.
2. For Sponge Type Air Filters, wash with soap and water when contaminated. Squeeze excess liquid
from air filter element, and allow the air filter element to dry. lubricate with a few drops of oil.
Fo r P ap er T y p e A i r Fil ter s , re pl ace w ith th e c o rrect A i r Fil ter fo r y ou r unit. Th ey are av ailabl e at y ou r
d e al er o r f r o m LIF AN P o wer U S A . O r d er y ou r fil ter b y c allin g toll f ree 866 - 471 - 7464.