Use and Care Manual

GENSD55 6,000 Surge Watts/5,500 Running Watts Diesel Generator 10
PREPARING THE GENERATOR FOR USE
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The following section describes the required steps for preparing this generator for use. Failure to correctly perform these steps can
damage this generator and/or shorten its life. If still unsure about how to perform any of these steps after reading this section, call
1-866-460-9436 Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM Central Time for customer service.
If this generator is being used for the first time, the following few steps are required to prepare it for operation:
Step 1 - Add Oil, Open Fuel Valve, Then Add Diesel Fuel
This generator requires engine oil to function. Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service life. When new from
the package, this generator contains no oil in the engine crankcase. The correct quantity of oil is equal to the oil capacity of the engine crankcase
and is listed below. Add the correct quantity of oil before operating this generator for the first time.
Oil Capacity (fluid oz./ Quart)
55.7 ounces (1.72 quart)
Oil Type Recommended
SAE 15W-40 Diesel Grade Oil
To add oil:
1. Confirm that this generator is on a level surface.
2. Open the Oil Cap as illustrated in Figure 2.
3. Using a funnel, add high detergent motor oil to fill the engine crankcase to the correct quantity as stated above. SAE 15W-40 Diesel Grade Oil is
recommended. When the engine crankcase is full, the oil level should reach the lower lip of the oil fill opening.
4. Replace the oil filler/dipstick cap and close the oil access panel.
Figure 1 – Front Of Generator Figure 1 A Locate Fuel Valve
Figure 2 – Close Up View of Oil Cap
Diesel Fuel and fumes are highly flammable and explosive. Handling fuel can result in serious injury or burns.
• Do not fill the fuel tank near a heat, sparks or an open flame. Keep fuel away from appliance pilot lights, barbecues, electric appliances, power
tools, etc. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Always check for fuel spills and immediately wipe them up. Spilled fuel is a fire hazard.
To add diesel fuel, use only FRESH, DIESEL FUEL:
1. Confirm that this generator is on a level surface.
1A. Locate and determine if Fuel Valve is Open (it is located underneath fuel tank) (Figure 1A)
2. Unscrew fuel tank cap and set aside. (NOTE: The fuel tank cap may be tight and difficult to unscrew.)
3. Slowly add fresh, diesel fuel to the fuel tank. Be careful not to fill the fuel tank above the upper limit line. NOTE: Because diesel fuel can expand,
do not fill the fuel tank to the very top.
4. Securely tighten the fuel tank cap and immediately wipe up any spilled fuel with a dry cloth.
Fuel Tank Capacity (gals /L)
3.3 Gallons
Fuel Type
Diesel Fuel