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Oil Recommendations
We recommend use of Kohler oils for best
performance. Other high-quality detergent
oils (including synthetic) of API (American
Petroleum Institute) service class SJ or higher
are acceptable. Select viscosity based on air
temperature at time of operation as shown in
table below.
5W-30
°F -20
0
20
32
40
°C -30
-20
-10
0
Check Oil Level
NOTE: To prevent extensive engine wear or
damage, never run engine with oil level
below or above operating range
indicator on dipstick (T).
Ensure engine is cool. Clean dipstick area of
any debris.
1. Remove dipstick (T); wipe oil off. Reinsert
dipstick (T) into tube; press completely down.
2. Remove dipstick (T); check oil level. Level
should be at top of indicator on dipstick (T).
3. If oil is low on indicator, add oil up to top of
indicator mark.
4. Reinstall and secure dipstick (T).
Change Oil and Filter
Change oil while engine is warm.
1. Clean area around dipstick (T) and oil drain
plug (U). Remove oil drain plug (U) and
dipstick (T). Allow oil to drain completely.
2. Clean area around oil filter (V). Place a
container under filter to catch any oil and
remove filter. Wipe off mounting surface.
Reinstall oil drain plug (U). Torque to 10 ft. lb.
(13.6 N·m).
3. Place new filter in shallow pan with open end
up. Fill with new oil until oil reaches bottom of
threads. Allow 2 minutes for oil to be
absorbed by filter material.
4. Apply a thin film of clean oil to rubber gasket
on new filter.
5. Refer to instructions on oil filter (V) for proper
installation.
6. Fill crankcase with new oil. Level should be
at top of indicator on dipstick (T).
7. Reinstall dipstick (T) and tighten securely.
8. Start engine; check for oil leaks. Stop engine;
correct leaks. Recheck oil level.
9. Dispose of used oil and filter in accordance
with local ordinances.
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10W-30
SAE 30
50
60
80
100
10
20
30
40
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Oil Sentry
(if equipped)
™
This switch is designed to prevent engine
from starting in a low oil or no oil condition. Oil
Sentry
will shut down a running engine.
™
Fuel Recommendations
Explosive Fuel can cause fires
and severe burns.
Do not fill fuel tank while
generator is hot or running.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and
its vapors can explode if ignited. Store
gasoline only in approved containers, in
well ventilated, unoccupied buildings, away
from sparks or flames. Spilled fuel could
ignite if it comes in contact with hot parts or
sparks from ignition. Never use gasoline as a
cleaning agent.
NOTE: E15, E20 and E85 are NOT approved
and should NOT be used; effects of
old, stale or contaminated fuel are not
warrantable.
Fuel must meet these requirements:
● Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.
● Octane rating of 87(R+M)/2 or higher.
● Research Octane Number (RON) 90 octane
minimum.
● Gasoline up to 10% ethyl alcohol, 90%
unleaded is acceptable.
● Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE) and
unleaded gasoline blend (max 15% MTBE by
volume) are approved.
● Do not add oil to gasoline.
● Do not overfill fuel tank.
● Do not use gasoline older than 30 days.
Check Fuel Level
Explosive Fuel can cause fires
and severe burns.
Do not fill fuel tank while
generator is hot or running.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and
its vapors can explode if ignited. Store
gasoline only in approved containers, in
well ventilated, unoccupied buildings, away
from sparks or flames. Spilled fuel could
ignite if it comes in contact with hot parts or
sparks from ignition. Never use gasoline as a
cleaning agent.
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