Kohler 8.5RES Portable Generator User Manual


 
TP-6331 5/04 17Section 3 Scheduled Maintenance
3.11.3 Cylinder Lubrication
1. Remove the spark plugs.
2. Pour one tablespoon of engine oil into each spark
plug hole. Install the spark plugs and ground the
spark plug leads. Do not connect the leads to the
plugs.
3. Toggle the generator set master switch to crank the
engine two or three revolutions to lubricate the
cylinders.
3.11.4 Exterior Preparation
1. Clean the exterior surface of the generator set.
2. Seal all openings in the engine with nonabsorbent
adhesive tape.
3. Mask all areas to be used for electrical contact.
4. Spread a light film of oil over unpainted metallic
surfaces to prevent rust and corrosion.
3.11.5 Battery
Perform battery storage last.
1. Place the generator set master switch in the
OFF/RESET position.
2. Disconnect the battery, negative (--) lead first.
3. Clean the battery. Refer to Section NO TAG for the
cleaning procedure.
4. Place the battery in a warm, dry location.
5. Connect the battery to a float/equalize battery
charger, or charge the battery monthly using a
trickle charger. Follow the battery charger
manufacturer’s recommendations.