Full Product Manual

MAINTENANCE
Changing Engine Oil
1. Stop the engine.
2. Let engine sit and cool for several minutes (allow
crankcase pressure to equalize).
3. Remove the engine service panel to gain access to
the oil fill/drain plug.
4. Place oil pan (or suitable container) under the oil fill/
drain plug.
5. With a damp rag, thoroughly clean around the oil
fill/drain plug.
6. Tilt the inverter so the oil drains down the trough
into the container (see Figure 40).
Figure 40 – Draining Engine Oil
7. Allow oil to completely drain.
8. Fill crankcase with oil following the steps outlined in
Adding Engine Oil
NOTICE
Never dispose of used engine oil by dumping the
oil into a sewer, on the ground, or into groundwater
or waterways. Always be environmentally
responsible. Follow the guidelines of the EPA or
other governmental agencies for proper disposal
of hazardous materials. Consult local authorities or
reclamation facility.
9. Dispose of used engine oil properly.
Cleaning the Air Filter
The air filter must be cleaned after every 50 hours of
use or 3 months (frequency should be increased if
inverter is operated in a dusty environment).
1. Turn off the inverter and let it cool for several
minutes if running.
2. Remove the air cleaner access panel to gain
access to the air filter.
3. Remove the screw for the air cleaner cover and
remove the cover (see Figure 43).
Figure 43 – Air Cleaner Cover
4. Remove the foam element from the air cleaner
housing (see Figure 44).
Figure 44 – Foam Element
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