Honda Power Equipment DCX3000 manual Engine OIL Level Check

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SERVICING YOUR GENERATOR

ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK

Check the engine oil level with the generator on a level surface and the engine stopped.

1.Open the oil maintenance cover.

2.Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe it clean.

3.Insert and remove the dipstick without screwing it into the filler neck. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick.

4.If the oil level is low, fill to the top of the oil filler neck with the recommended oil (see page 37 ).

5.Screw in the oil filler cap/dipstick securely.

6.Close and latch the oil maintenance cover.

DIPSTICK

UPPER LIMIT

OIL FILLER CAP

OIL MAINTENANCE COVER

The Oil Alert system will automatically stop the engine before the oil level falls below safe limits. However, to avoid the inconvenience of an unexpected shutdown, check the oil level regularly.

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Contents

Page Page Introduction FEW Words about Safety Contents Contents Carburetor Modification for High Altitude Operation Important Safety Information Generator SafetyOperator Responsibility Carbon Monoxide HazardsElectric Shock Hazards Generator SafetyFire and Burn Hazards Refuel With Care Safety Label Locations Generator Safety Generator Safety Component & Control Locations Controls & FeaturesControl & Features Controls DC Voltage Selector SwitchFuel Valve Lever Choke Knob Engine SwitchRecoil Starter Output SwitchGround Terminal FeaturesDC Output Coupler VoltmeterOverload Indicator Output IndicatorFuel Gauge Oil Alert IndicatorAre YOU Ready to GET STARTED? Before OperationKnowledge Is Your Generator Ready to GO?Check the Engine Before OperationOperation Safe Operating PrecautionsStarting the ENGINE/DC Operation OperationOperation OFF Engine Switch Starter Grip Choke Knob Open Forced Output Output Switch Stopping the Engine Turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position Servicing Your Generator Importance of Maintenance Servicing Your Generator Maintenance SafetyRegular Service Period Maintenance ScheduleRefueling Fuel Recommendations Engine OIL Level Check Engine OIL Change Engine OIL Recommendations AIR Cleaner Service Paper AIR Filter AIR Cleaner Cover Foam AIR Filter Cleaning Sediment CUP Cleaning Filter Sediment CUP Recommended spark plugs BPR5ES NGK Spark Plug ServiceSealing Washer Spark Arrester Service Exhaust Tail Pipe Spark Arrester Lower Muffler Protector Hook Rear Handle Rear Under Plate Storage CleaningStorage Preparation FuelAdding a Gasoline Stabilizer to Extend Fuel Storage Life StorageDraining the Fuel Tank and Carburetor Engine Preparation Removal from Storage Storage PrecautionsTransporting Engine Problems Taking Care of Unexpected ProblemsEngine Will Not Possible Cause Correction Start Engine Lacks Possible Cause Correction Power Taking Care of Unexpected ProblemsNo Power at Possible Cause Correction DC Output Coupler Generator ProblemsTaking Care of Unexpected Problems Technical Information Technical & Consumer InformationCarburetor Modification for High Altitude Operation Technical & Consumer InformationEthanol Oxygenated FuelsMtbe MethanolEmission Control System Information Source of Emissions U.S. and California Clean Air ActsProblems That May Affect Emissions Air Index Dimensions SpecificationsWiring Diagram Publications Consumer InformationShop Manual Parts CatalogCustomer Service Information Consumer Information IndexEngine OIL Recommendations IndexInside back cover Safe Operating Precautions Safety Label Locations Memo Denso W16EPR-U Denso Quick Reference Information