Maintenance Log; Checking Engine Oil Level; Engine Oil Recommendations - Generac GH-410 Manual Del Propietário

Section 4: Maintenance

Maintenance Log

Battery inspection and charge check
Dates Performed:
Oil, oil filter, air filter and spark plug replacement
Dates Performed:
Valve Adjustment
Dates Performed:

Checking Engine Oil Level

WARNING
Risk of burns. Allow engine to cool before
draining oil or coolant. Failure to do so
could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Skin irritation. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with
used motor oil. Used motor oil has been shown to cause
skin cancer in laboratory animals. Thoroughly wash
exposed areas with soap and water.
CAUTION
Engine damage. Verify proper type and quantity of
engine oil prior to starting engine. Failure to do so
could result in engine damage.
When power outages necessitate running the generator
for extended periods, the oil level should be checked
daily. To check the engine oil level:
If the generator is running during a utility outage,
1.
first turn OFF all associated loads running in the
residence using
18
(000139)
(000210)
(000135)
the electrical panel
disconnect. Then, turn the generator main circuit
breaker to the OFF position.
Press the control panel OFF button. Wait 5
2.
minutes.
Remove the dipstick and wipe it dry with a clean
3.
cloth.
Completely insert the dipstick and again remove it.
4.
Observe the oil level. The level should be at the
5.
"FULL" mark on the dipstick.
If necessary, remove the oil fill cap and add oil to
6.
the engine until the level reaches the "FULL" mark
and reinsert the dipstick and fill cap.
Press the control panel AUTO button.
7.
If the generator was running during a utility outage,
8.
first turn the main circuit breaker to the ON
position. Then, turn ON the needed loads in the
residence.

Engine Oil Recommendations

To maintain the product warranty, the engine oil should
be serviced in accordance with the recommendations of
this Manual.
Maintenance Kits are available that include engine oil, oil
filter, air filter, spark plug(s), a shop towel and funnel.
These kits can be obtained from an Independent
Authorized Service Dealer (IASD).
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