7.3 Changing oil
Drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and complete draining.
See Fig.15.
Upper limit
Lower limit
Oil drain bolt
Dipstick
1. Open the service door.
2. Take out the oil outlet plug.
3. Remove the drain bolt, and drain the oil. Retighten the bolt securely.
4. Refill with the recommended oil and check the level.
5. Close the service door.
Engine oil capacity: 1.29t, 1.1 liter
7.3 Air cleaner service
A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor and allow dirt to enter the combustion chamber.
Service the air cleaner regularly. Service more frequently when operating the generator in extremely
dusty areas.
WARNING
■Do not use gasoline or low flash point solvents for cleaning. they are flammable and explosive under
certain conditions.
CAUTION
■Never run the generator without the air cleaner. Rapid engine wear may result.
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