Maintenance Log; Checking Engine Oil Level; Engine Oil Recommendations - Generac GT-530 El Manual Del Propietario

Maintenance
4.2.1— Maintenance Log
Battery inspection and charge check
Dates Performed:
Oil, oil filter, air filter and spark plug replacement
Dates Performed:
Valve Adjustment
Dates Performed:
4.3 — Checking Engine Oil Level
WARNING
Risk of burns. Allow engine to cool before draining
oil or coolant. Failure to do so could result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION
Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact with used
motor oil.
CAUTION
Engine damage. Verify proper type and quantity of
engine oil prior to starting engine. Failure to do so
could result in engine damage.
When power outages necessitate running the generator
for extended periods, the oil level should be checked
daily. To check the engine oil level:
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If the generator is running during a utility outage,
1.
first turn OFF all associated loads running in the
residence using the electrical panel main discon-
nect. Then, turn the generator main circuit breaker
to the OFF position.
Press the control panel OFF button. Wait 5 min-
2.
utes.
Remove the dipstick and wipe it dry with a clean
3.
(000139)
cloth.
Completely insert the dipstick and again remove it.
4.
Observe the oil level. The level should be at the
5.
"FULL" mark on the dipstick.
If necessary, remove the oil fill cap and add oil to
6.
the engine until the level reaches the "FULL" mark
(000127)
and reinsert the dipstick and fill cap.
Press the control panel AUTO button.
7.
If the generator was running during a utility outage,
8.
first turn the main circuit breaker to the ON posi-
tion. Then, turn ON the needed loads in the resi-
dence.
(000135)
4.3.1— Engine Oil Recommendations
To maintain the warranty, genuine Generac replacement
parts MUST be used, including Generac Preventative
Maintenance Kits (which include Generac oil, an oil and
air filter, spark plugs, a shop towel and funnel). Generac
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