Engine - Prochem EVEREST LP Operating Instructions Manual

DO NOT service this unit while it is running. The
high-speed mechanical parts as well as high
temperature components may result in severe
injury, severed limbs, or fatality.
NOTE: Use the hour meter as a guide for
coordinating the maintenance schedule.

ENGINE

1. Check the engine oil level daily, when in use.
Make certain that proper oil level is maintained.
NEVER overfill.
2. Change the break-in oil after the first 50 hours
of operation. Thereafter, change oil every 100
hours of operation. USE ONLY NISSAN
BRAND OIL FILTERS. USING ANY OTHER
TYPE OIL FILTER WILL VOID YOUR ENGINE
WARRANTY.
Oil Recommendation. Use high-quality detergent
oil of at least API (American Petroleum Institute)
service class SF or SG. The recommended SAE
viscosity grade for summer is 20W-50, and 20W-40
winter.
NOTE: Using less than service class SF or SG
oil or extending oil change intervals longer than
recommended can cause engine damage.
3. Re-torque the manifold and exhaust tube nuts,
cylinder head bolts, and carburetor attaching
nuts after the first 200 hours of use.
4. Check the oil level in the engine governor
every 100 hours. When empty, the governor
requires 1.5 fl oz. Mobile 1 synthetic.
Drain and refill the engine governor every
500 hours.
5. Check the spark plugs every 200 hours. Clean
if necessary. Replace the spark plugs every
1000 hours. NOTE: Never sandblast spark
plugs. Spark plugs should be cleaned by
scraping or wire brushing.
Clean the air cleaner element every 200 hours.
Replace the element every 2400 hours
6. Check the engine idle RPM every 200 hours
and adjust, if necessary. NEVER adjust engine
RPM without a tachometer. Refer to Nissan
Engine Operation and Service Manual.
7. Check the coolant level in the radiator overflow
container daily. If no coolant is seen, remove
the cap and add coolant. Change the coolant
with a 70:30 coolant to water ratio every 1000
hours.
8. Replace the in-line gas filter yearly.
NOTE: For additional engine service
information, obtain a "Nissan A-15 Service and
Repair Manual" from any authorized Nissan
Service Center. If service or repair is required,
contact an authorized Nissan Service Center.
You will need to provide the serial number of the
engine.
EVEREST 980086 02/18/03
MAINTENANCE
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