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Preparing the Generator
Operator’s Manual 21
PRE-OPERATION
ENGINE OIL:
Before checking or refilling oil, be sure generator is located on
stable and level surface with engine stopped.
1. Remove oil dipstick and check the engine oil level. (Fig. 2)
2. If oil level is below the lower level line, refill with suitable
oil to upper level line. Do not screw in the oil dipstick when
checking oil level. (Fig. 3)
3. Change oil if contaminated. (See “Maintenance Schedule;
Changing Engine Oil” page 34.)
Oil Capacity ...................... 0.106 gal. / 0.4 liters
Recommended engine oil:
John Deere PLUS-4
®
oil is the preferred oil to use. If John
Deere PLUS-4
®
oil is not available, use 4-stroke automotive
detergent oil of API service class SE or higher grade (SG, SH
or SJ is recommended). If single viscosity oil is used, select
the appropriate viscosity for the average temperature in your
area. (Fig. 4)
(Fig. 2)
(Fig. 3)
(Fig. 4)
Engine Oil Dipstick