Inspection/Setup - MQ Power WHISPERWATT DCA10SPX4 Operation Manual

ENGINE OIL CHECK
1. To check the engine oil level, place the generator on
secure, level ground with the engine stopped.
2. Remove the engine oil dipstick from its holder
(Figure 10) and wipe it clean.
Figure 10. Engine Oil Dipstick
3. Reinsert the dipstick, then remove the dipstick from
its holder. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick
(Figure 11).
Figure 11. Engine Oil Dipstick Level
4. Verify that the engine oil level is maintained between
the H and L markings on the dipstick as shown in
Figure 11A.
5. If the engine oil level is low (Figure 11C), remove the oil
filler cap (Figure 12) and fill to a safe operating level
(max) as indicated by the dipstick (Figure 11A). Fill
with the recommended type of oil as listed in Table 8.
Maximum oil capacity is 1.48 gallons (5.6 liters).
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DIPSTICK

INSPECTION/SETUP

NOTICE
When adding engine oil DO NOT overfill (Figure 11B).
OIL
FILLER
CAP
Figure 12. Engine Oil Filler Port
6. Allow enough time for any added oil to make its way
to the oil pan before rechecking.
7. When checking the engine oil level, be sure to check
if the oil is clean. If the oil is not clean, drain the oil as
described in the Maintenance section of this manual
or the Kubota engine owner's manual.
Table 8. Oil Type
Temperature
Above 77°F (25°C)
32°–77°F
(0°–25°C)
Below 32°F (0°C)
Oil Type
SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40
SAE 20 or SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40
SAE 10 or SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40