Operator's Manual | Second Edition· Fifth Printing |
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Maintenance
Observe and Obey:
Only routine maintenance items specified in this manual shall be performed by the operator.
Scheduled maintenance inspections shall be completed by qualified service technicians, according to the manufacturer's specifications and the requirements specified in the responsibilities manual.
Maintenance Symbols Legend
The following symbols have been used in this manual to help communicate the intent of the instructions. When one or more of the symbols appear at the beginning of a maintenance procedure, it conveys the meaning below.
Indicates that tools will be required to perform this procedure.
Indicates that new parts will be required to perform this procedure.
Indicates that a cold engine is required before performing this procedure.
Check the Engine Oil Level
Maintaining the proper engine oil level is essential to good engine performance and service life. Operating the machine with an improper oil level can damage engine components.
Check the oil level with the engine off.
1 Check the oil dipstick.
Gasoline/LPG Engine: located above the bellhousing on the bulkhead side of the engine.
Diesel Engine: located on the engine block near the engine oil filter.
Result: The oil level should be at the full mark on the dipstick. Add oil as needed.
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Oil | capacity | (including filter) | 4.5 quarts 4.3 liters |
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Oil | viscosity | requirements |
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below 60°F / 15.5°C | |||
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above | |||
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above 25°F / |
Use oils meeting API classification SH or SG grade. Units ship with
12 | Genie | Part No. 43650 |