36 servicing your generator – HONDA DCX3000 User Manual
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SERVICING YOUR GENERATOR
ENGINE OIL CHANGE
OIL FILLER CAP
UPPER LIMIT
OIL DRAIN PLUG
OIL MAINTENANCE
COVER
DIPSTICK
Drain the oil while the engine is warm to assure rapid and complete
draining.
Allow the used oil to drain completely, then reinstall the drain plug
and sealing washer. Tighten the plug securely.
Place a suitable container below the engine to catch the used oil,
then remove the oil filler cap/dipstick, drain plug and sealing washer.
Open and remove the oil maintenance cover.
Improper disposal of engine oil can be harmful to the environment.
If you change your own oil, please dispose of the used oil properly.
Put it in a sealed container and take it to a recycling center. Do not
discard it in a trash bin, dump it on the ground or pour it down the
drain.
Wash your hands with soap and water after handling used oil.
Reinstall, close and latch the oil maintenance cover.
Screw in the oil filler cap/dipstick securely.
With the generator in a level position, fill to the outer edge of the oil
filter hole with the recommended oil (see page
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