Pre-Operation Check - Honda EB5000X Owner's Manual

3. PRE-OPERATION CHECK
Engine Oil
CAUTION:
Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service life.
Non-detergent and 2-stroke engine oils are not recommended.
Check the generator on a level surface with the engine stopped.
Use Honda 4-stroke oil, or an
equivalent high detergent, premium
quality motor oil certified to meet or
exceed U.S. automobile manufac-
turer's requirements for Service
Classification SG, SF/CC, CD. Motor
oils classified SG,
SF/CC,
CD will
show this designation on the con-
tainer.
SAE IOW-30 is
recommended for
7
,
4
I
,
I
I
general, all-temperature use. Other
-30
-20 -10
0
10 20 30 4 0 ° C
viscosities shown in the chart may
Ambient temperature
be used when the average tempera-
ture in your area is within the indi-
cated range.
1. Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean.
2. Check the oil level by inserting the dipstick in the filler neck without
3. If the level is low, add the recommended oil to the upper mark on the
screwing
it
in.
dipstick.
NOTE: The Oil Alert System will automatically stop the engine before the
oil level falls below the safe limit. However, to avoid the inconvenience of
an unexpected shutdown,
it is advisable t o visually inspect the oil level
regularly.
OIL FILLER
CAP
\
OIL FILLER
HOLE
LEVEL
8