Generac Power Systems 9344-1 - Manual (Page 13)

CHECKING FLUID LEVELS
Check Engine Oil: Check the engine crankcase oil
level at least every 8 hours that you operate the unit, or
before every time you use it (Figure 11).
Make sure the generator is as level as possible.
Remove oil dipstick and wipe dry with a clean,
lintfree cloth.
Install oil dipstick, then remove again.
Oil should be at dipstick FULL mark. Never operate
the generator with oil level below dipstick ADD
mark. DO NOT FILL CRANKCASE ABOVE DIP­
STICK FULL MARK.
Battery Fluid: Check battery electrolyte fluid at least
once weekly. Fluid should cover separators in all bat­
tery cells. If fluid level is low, add distilled water to cover
tops of separators. DO NOT USE TAP WATER IN
BATTERY.
Engine Coolant: Check coolant level in coolant recov­
ery bottle.
• Add the recommended coolant mixture as neces­
sary.
• Periodically remove radiator pressure cap to make
sure the coolant recovery system is functioning
properly. Coolant should be at bottom of radiator
filler neck. If coolant level is low, inspect gasket in
radiator pressure cap. Replace cap, if necessary.
To have pressure cap tested, contact an authorized
Generac Service Facility. Inspect cooling system
and coolant recovery system for leaks.
INSPECT GENERATOR SET
Once each week inspect the generator set. Look for
fuel, oil coolant leaks. Check for missing or loose nuts,
bolts and other fasteners. Check for damage. If unitis
dirty, it may be cleaned with a damp cloth or soft brush.
Inspect the exhaust system. NEVER operate the gen­
erator with a defective exhaust.
INSPECT COOLING SYSTEM
Inspect the entire cooling system once each month or
every 100 operating hours, whichever occurs first.
Check for leaks, condition of hoses, tightness of clamps.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL
Refer to PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE for
engine oil and filter change frequencies. You should
also change generator engine oil before placing the
vehicle into storage.
Drain the oil while engine is still warm from running,
which means warm up the engine, shut it dov^n and
drain immediately as follows (Figure 12 ):
1. Remove OIL DRAIN HOSE from its retaining dip.
2. Loosen and remove OIL DRAIN HOSE C A P . Drain
oil completely into suitable container.
Figure 12
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Changing Engine Oil
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11
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