Harbor Freight Tools 69672 manual Checking and Filling Fuel, Engine Oil Change

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Checking and Filling Fuel

WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS

INJURY FROM FIRE:

Fill the fuel tank in a well-ventilated area away from ignition sources. If the engine is hot from use, shut the engine off and wait for it to cool before adding fuel.

Do not smoke.

1.Clean the Fuel Cap and the area around it.

2.Unscrew and remove the Fuel Cap.

3.If needed, fill the Fuel Tank with 87 octane or higher unleaded gasoline.

Note: Do not use gasoline containing more than 10% ethanol (E10). Do not use E85 ethanol.

Note: Do not use gasoline that has been stored in a metal fuel container or a dirty fuel container. It can cause particles to enter the carburetor, effecting engine performance and/or causing damage.

4.Replace the Fuel Cap.

5.Wipe up any spilled fuel and allow excess to evaporate before starting engine.

To prevent FIRE, do not start the engine while the smell of fuel hangs in the air.

SAFETY

Engine Oil Change

CAUTION! Oil is very hot during operation and can cause burns. Wait for engine to cool before changing oil.

1.

Make sure the engine is stopped and is level.

2.

Close the Fuel Valve.

Full level

Full level

SETUP

3.

Place a drain pan (not included) underneath

 

the crankcase’s drain plug.

4.

Remove the drain plug and, if possible,

 

tilt the crankcase slightly to help drain

 

the oil out. Recycle used oil.

5.

Replace the drain plug and tighten it.

6.

Clean the top of the Dipstick and the area around it.

 

Remove the Dipstick by threading it counterclockwise,

 

and wipe it off with a clean lint free rag.

7.Add the appropriate type of oil until the oil level is at the full level. SAE 10W‑30 oil is recommended for general use.

Note: Do not thread the dipstick in when checking the oil level.

The SAE Viscosity Grade chart shows other viscosities to use in different average temperatures.

SAE Viscosity Grades

30

10W-30

5W-30

-20

0

20

40

60

80

100°F

Average outdoor temperature

OPERATION

 

8.

Thread the dipstick back in clockwise.

 

CAUTION! Do not run the engine with too little

 

oil. The engine will be permanently damaged.

Air Filter Element Maintenance

 

 

 

 

 

1. Remove the air filter cover and the

3.

Install the new filter or the cleaned filter.

air filter elements and check for dirt.

 

Secure the Air Cleaner Cover before use.

Clean or replace as described below.

 

 

2.Cleaning: Wash the element in warm water and mild detergent several times. Rinse. Squeeze out excess water and allow it to dry completely. Soak the filter in lightweight oil briefly, then squeeze out the excess oil.

MAINTENANCE

Item 69672 / 69674

For Generator technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882.

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69672 specifications

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