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Changing Oil (See Fig 17)
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Run the Generator until the Engine is warm.
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Place generator on a level surface.
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Remove the crankcase dipstick.
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Place an oil pan underneath the oil drainage bolt to collect used oil.
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Remove the oil drainage plug and allow oil to drain completely.
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Reinstall oil drainage plug, tighten securely.
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Carefully add SAE 10W-30 to empty reservoir until the oil reaches the
outer edge of the oil fill hole (Crankcase Dipstick hole).
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Replace crankcase dipstick.
Oil Recommendations
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Do not use special additives.
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Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for the engine. Use the chart to select the best viscosity for the
outdoor temperature range expected.
Note:
Below 40 F
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Above 80 F
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*
Check oil level more frequently.
F
104
*
86
68
50
32
14
-4
-22
(4 C) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting.
(27 C)
the use of 10W-30 may cause increased oil consumption.
MAINTENANCE
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*
20
Oil Fill & Dipstick
Oil drainage plug
Fig 17
C
40
30
20
10
0
-10
-20
-30
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