Section 2 - Operation; Operation And Maintenance; Before Starting The Engine; Checking Engine Oil - Generac Power Systems GH-410 Owner's Manual

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

It is the owner's/operator's responsibility to perform
all safety checks; to make sure that all maintenance
for safe operation is performed promptly; and to have
the engine checked by an authorized dealer periodi-
cally. Normal maintenance service and replacement
of parts are the responsibility of the owner/operator
and, as such, are not considered defects in materials
or workmanship within the terms of the warranty.
Individual operating habits and usage contribute to
the need for maintenance service.
Proper maintenance and care of the engine assures a
minimum number of problems and keeps the oper-
ating expenses at a minimum. See the authorized
dealer/distributor for service aids and accessories.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

Perform the following tasks before trying to start the
engine:

CHECKING ENGINE OIL

1. Check the engine oil level before starting the
engine each time after the initial start. If the oil
level is below the point of overflowing, or below
the top hatch mark, fill to the proper level (Figure
1).

ADDING ENGINE OIL

1. Remove the yellow oil fill cap from the crankcase
(Figure 1).
2. If equipped with a dipstick, add engine oil until
the oil level registers to the top of the hatched
area.

ADDING FUEL

1. Fill the fuel tank using clean, fresh UNLEADED
gasoline.
Figure 1 - Oil Fill Cap and Dipstick

STARTING THE ENGINE

1. Open the fuel shut-off valve, if so equipped.
2. If the unit is equipped with the IDLE/CONTROL
3. Locate the RUN/STOP SWITCH (Figure 2) next to
If the engine is equipped with a choke, use the
following instructions:
1. Place the choke lever in the FULL CHOKE
2. Grasp the recoil handle (Figure 4) and pull it
Oil Fill
A.
Cap
B.
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GH - 410 Engine
feature, locate the IDLE/CONTROL ON/OFF
SWITCH on the control panel, and set it to the
OFF (O) position.
the engine cylinder head and push it to RUN.
Figure 2 - Run/Stop Switch
Run/Stop Switch
Low Oil Light
POSITION (Figure 3) by sliding it to the left
(towards the valve cover), in the direction indi-
cated by the arrow.
Figure 3 - Choke Position
slowly until slight resistance is felt, then PULL
QUICKLY.
If the engine FAILS TO START, go to Step 3.
If the engine STARTS, go to Step 4.
Choke Lever
3