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

Oil Filler cap/dipstick

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

Oil Filler

Cap/Dipstick

Upper Limit

Lower Limit

5.If the oil level is low, fill to the edge of the oil filler hole with the SAE 10W-30 oil.

NOTE: Other viscosities shown in the chart may be used when the average temperature in your area is within the recommended range.

SAE Viscosity Grades

**

*

Synthetic 5W-30, 10W-30

F -20

0

20 32 40

60

80

100

C -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40

STARTING TEMPERATURES RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

To Change Oil

Drain the engine oil when the engine is warm. Warm oil drains quickly and completely.

1.Stop engine as described in the Operation section.

2.Remove the bottom panel on the control panel side of the unit.

Remove Bottom Panel

3.Remove filler cap/dipstick.

Filler Cap/Dipstick

Oil Drain Plug

Oil Drain Hole

4.Place a suitable container under the oil drain hole in the frame.

5.Remove the drain plug and allow the engine oil to drain into the container.

NOTE: Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible with the environment. It is recommended to take used oil in a sealed container to your local recycling center or service station for reclamation. Do not throw it in the trash or pour it on the ground or down a drain.

6.Replace oil drain plug.

7.With the engine in a level position, fill to the edge of the oil filler hole with the SAE 10W-30 oil.

NOTE: Other viscosities shown in the chart in the "To Check Oil" paragraph may be used.

8.Replace the oil filler cap/dipstick securely.

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DeVillbiss Air Power Company GM1000, A04669 specifications To Change Oil, Oil Filler cap/dipstick, Remove Bottom Panel

A04669, GM1000 specifications

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