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OPERATION
KNOW THE REGULATIONS FOR THE USE
OF PORTABLE GENERATORS
Consider where and how you intend to use your generator,
and familiarize yourself with any local, state, or federal ordi-
nances concerning your intended use. It may be necessary
to contact a qualified electrician or local governing agency
for a full list of requirements.
ADDING OIL/CHECKING OIL LEVEL
See Figures 7 - 8.
If your product has a separate engine manual, disregard
the information in this section and follow the instruc-
tions in the engine manual.
NOTICE
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 that is not
covered under warranty.
NOTICE
Use of 2-stroke/cycle oil or other un-
approved 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 tempera-
tures, refer to the following chart.
Recommended Engine Oil Type
5W-30
5W-30
°F
-20
0
20
°C
-28.9
-17.8
-6.7
Ambient Temperature
NOTE: Check the engine oil level before each use or every
8 hours of operation.
l Turn the generator off and allow the engine to cool for at
least five minutes.
l Place the generator on a level surface in a well-ventilated
area.
Remove the engine service cover to access the air filter,
carburetor, oil fill / drain, and dipstick. Remove the two cover
screws, then gently remove the cover with both hands to
avoid damaging the cover eyelet posts.
l Clean the area around the oil dipstick.
Forinitialoilfill:
l Slowly unscrew and remove the oil dipstick.
l Using the funnel, slowly pour the supplied engine oil into
the oil fill hole. Stop frequently to make sure you do not
overfill.
14 | English
10W-30
10W-40
Synthetic
40
60
80
100
4.4
15.6
26.7
37.8
FIG. 7
A - Engine Service Cover
B - Screw
C - Pin
FIG. 8
120
48.9
A - Oil Dipstick
B - Safe Operating Range
NOTE: Your generator was functionally tested in the
factory and may contain minimum residual oil. Additional
oil is required to operate the unit. Do not overfill.
l Replace and tighten the oil dipstick.
l Install the engine service cover and turn the lock knob to
the locked position to secure.
To check oil level:
l Slowly unscrew and remove the oil dipstick.
C
A
B
B
A
B
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