Multiquip DA7000WGH Before Starting, Engine Oil Check, Oil Type, Temperature, Inspection/Setup

INSPECTION/SETUP

Before Starting

1.Read safety instructions at the beginning of manual.

2.Clean the generator, removing dirt and dust, particularly the engine cooling air inlet.

3.Check the air filter for dirt and dust. If air filter is dirty, replace air filter with a new one as required.

4.Check fastening nuts and bolts for tightness

Engine Oil Check

1.To check the engine oil level, place the generator on secure level ground with the engine stopped.

2.Remove the dipstick from its holder (Figure 7) and wipe clean.

4.If the oil level is low, remove the oil filler cap (Figure 9) and fill to a safe operating level (max) as indicated by the dipstick. Fill with recommended type oil as listed in Table 5. Maximum oil capacity is 2.64 quarts (2.5 liters).

Figure 7. Engine Oil Dipstick Removal

3.Re-Insert dipstick (Figure 8), then remove dipstick from its holder. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick.

Figure 8. Engine Oil Dipstick

Figure 9. Engine Oil Filler Port

Table 5. Oil Type

Temperature		Oil Type
Above 77° F (25° C)	SAE 30	or SAE10W-30
		SAE 15W-40
32°~ 77° F	SAE 20	or SAE10W-30
(0° ~ 25° C)		SAE 15W-40
Below 32° F (0° C)	SAE 10	or SAE10W-30
		SAE 15W-40

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