Engine Maintenance; Checking Oil Level; Changing Engine Oil - Briggs & Stratton 30239 Owner's Manual

• Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.
CAUTION
Improper treatment of generator can damage it and
shorten its life.
• DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt,
or corrosive vapors.
• DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots.
• Use a soft bristle brush to loosen caked on dirt, oil, etc.
• Use a vacuum cleaner to pick up loose dirt and debris.
• Use low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi) to blow
away dirt. Inspect cooling air slots and openings on the
generator. These openings must be kept clean and
unobstructed.

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

WARNING
Unintentional sparking can result in fire or
electric shock.
WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR
GENERATOR
• Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place
the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
WHEN TESTING FOR ENGINE SPARK
• Use approved spark plug tester.
• DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed.

Checking Oil Level

Oil level should be checked prior to each use or at least
every 8 hours of operation. Keep oil level maintained.

Changing Engine Oil

Change the oil after the first 5 hours of operation. Change
oil every 50 hours thereafter. If you are using your
generator under extremely dirty or dusty conditions, or in
extremely hot weather, change the oil more often.
Change the oil while the engine is still warm from running,
as follows:
1. Make sure unit is on a level surface.
2. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug
and place the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
2000W Generator
3. Clean area around oil drain plug (Figure 14).
Figure 14 — Oil Drain Plug
Oil Drain Plug
4. Remove oil drain plug and oil filler cap. Drain oil
completely into a suitable container.
5. Install oil drain plug and tighten securely.
6. Refill with recommended oil and check the level. See
page 6 for oil recommendations.
7. Install oil filler cap and tighten securely.
8. Wipe up any spilled oil.
9. Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.
Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact with used
motor oil.
• Used motor oil has been shown to cause skin cancer in
certain laboratory animals.
• Thoroughly wash exposed areas with soap and water.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DON'T
POLLUTE. CONSERVE RESOURCES. RETURN
USED OIL TO COLLECTION CENTERS.
Clean/Replace Spark Plug
Check and clean the spark plug every 100 hours of
operation or yearly, whichever comes first. This will help
your engine to start easier and run better.
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug
and place the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
2. Clean the area around the spark plug.
3. Remove and inspect the spark plug.
4. Replace the spark plug if electrodes are pitted or
burned or the porcelain is cracked. Use recommended
plug for replacement.
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CAUTION