Initial Oil Fill; Battery Installation - Westinghouse WGen20000 Manual Del Usuario

ASSEMBLY

INITIAL OIL FILL

THIS GENERATOR HAS BEEN SHIPPED WITHOUT
OIL. DO NOT attempt to crank or start engine before
it has been properly serviced with recommended oil.
Failure to add engine oil before starting will result in
serious engine damage.
Use of 2-stroke/cycle oil or other unapproved oil types
can cause severe engine damage that is not covered
under warranty.
The included, recommended oil type for typical use is
10W-30 engine oil. If running the generator in extreme
temperatures, refer to the following chart.
Recommended Engine Oil Type
5W-30
°F -20 0 20
°C
-28.9 -17.8 -6.7
1. On a level surface, remove the oil fill cap.
2. Using the supplied funnel and oil, add the oil into the
engine.
3. Replace the oil fill cap and tighten securely.
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10W-30
10W-40
5W-30 Synthetic
40 60 80 100
4.4 15.6 26.7 37.8
Ambient temperature

BATTERY INSTALLATION

Battery posts, terminals contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after handling.
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during
normal operation. A spark or flame can cause the battery
to explode with enough force to kill or seriously hurt you.
Wear protective clothing and a face shield, or have a
skilled technician perform battery maintenance.
Burn hazard. The battery contains sulfuric acid
(electrolyte) which is highly corrosive and poisonous.
Wear protective clothing and eye protection when
working near the battery. Keep children away from the
battery.
NEVER smoke or work near sparks or other sources
of ignition. NEVER touch both battery terminals at the
120
same time with your hand or any non-insulated tools. If
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battery acid contacts skin or clothing, flush immediately
with water and neutralize with baking soda.
The battery shipped with the generator has been fully
charged. A battery may lose some charge when not in
use for prolonged periods of time. See the BATTERY
MAINTENANCE section for battery charging procedure.
Note: Once started, the generator will charge the battery
after 30–60 minutes of use.
ALWAYS connect the cables in the following sequence
to avoid possible shock.
1. Connect the positive (+) battery cable (red boot) to
the positive (+) battery post. Tighten the bolt securely.
Secure the boot over the battery post.
2. Connect the negative (-) cable (black boot) to the
negative (-) battery post. Tighten the bolt securely.
Secure the boot over the battery post.
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