Pre-Operation Check; Engine Oil - Honda EG2500X Owner's Manual

PRE-OPERATION CHECK
ENGINE OIL
Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service
life. Non detergent and 2-stroke engine oils will damage the engine
and are not recommended.
Check the oil level BEFORE EACH
USE with the generator on a level
surface and the engine stopped.
Use 4-stroke motor oil that meets
or exceeds the requirements for
API service classification
SJ. Al-
ways check the API SERVICE label
on the oil container to be
sure it in-
-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40°C
cludes the letters
SJ.
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
-20 0 20 40 60
80
100°F
I I I 1 I l I J
SAE IOW-30 is recommended for general, all-temperature use. Other
viscosities shown in the chart may be used when the average
temperature in your area is within the indicated range.
1. Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean.
2.Check the oil level by inserting the dipstick into the filler neck
without screwing it in.
3. If the level is low, add the recommended oil to the upper mark on
the dipstick.
UPPER
1
OIL FILLER HOLE
~
\
OIL FILLER CAP
DIPSTICK
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