Operating the generator
8.7
Checking the oil level
CAUTION!
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Hot oil can cause burns.
Only check the oil level when the generator is switched off.
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The generator must be level.
Always check the oil level before use. To do this, proceed as follows:
➤ Open the generator flap.
➤ Switch the generator to no function with the main switch (fig. 4 1,
page 4).
➤ Disconnect the positive terminal of the supply battery.
➤ Take the dipstick (fig. 4 2, page 4) out of the filler neck (fig. 4 3,
page 4).
➤ Clean the dipstick (fig. 4 2, page 4) with a cloth.
➤ Put the dipstick (fig. 4 2, page 4) back into the filler neck (fig. 4 3,
page 4).
➤ Take the dipstick (fig. 4 2, page 4) out of the filler neck.
➤ Check that the oil level is between the notch (maximum filling level) and
the tip of the dipstick (fig. 4 4, page 4).
If not, top up with more oil.
➤ Put the dipstick (fig. 4 2, page 4) back into the filler neck (fig. 4 3,
page 4).
➤ Connect the generator to the positive terminal of the supply battery.
➤ Switch the generator to standby with the main switch (fig. 4 1, page 4).
➤ Close the generator flap.
8.8
Switching to automatic mode
You can only switch to automatic mode:
if it was configured when the generator was installed
if the vehicle is stationary and the ignition is switched off
if the automatic mode switch (if available) is switched on
if the winter storage switch (if available) is switched off
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