Wen 56225i Manual page 25

MAINTENANCE
DRAINING/CHANGING OIL
Change the oil according to the Recommended Maintenance Schedule in Fig. 15.
Change the oil MORE OFTEN if operating under heavy load or high ambient temperatures. It is also neces-
sary to drain the oil from the crankcase if it has become contaminated with water or dirt. Changing the oil
when the engine is warm allows for complete drainage.
1. Close the gas cap and vacuum relief valve.
2. Place generator on elevated platform such as table or workbench Prepare a gasoline-approved con-
tainer to catch the oil as it drains.
NOTE: To avoid possible oil spills from the carburetor bowl, drain the caburetor (see page 23) before drain-
ing oil.
3. Using a coin, turn the oil access cover screw 1/4 turn clockwise, then remove the access cover from the
service panel. Remove the dipstick and tilt the generator towards you and allow the oil to drain from the
engine completely.
NOTE: Never dispose of used motor oil in the trash or down a drain. Please call a local recycling center or
auto garage to arrange proper oil disposal.
4. Using a funnel or appropriate dispenser, add 11.8 oz of clean engine oil (see engine oil recommendations
on page 10) until you can see oil coming up the threads of the oil fill. Do not over fill.
5. Reinstall the oil dipstick and tighten it securely. Wipe clean any oil spillage and reinstall the oil access
cover.
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