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9041-036-B000-001, Rev. A (07/2013)

2.0 Operation

2.1 Oil Level

• Check the oil level before every operation.

• Check the oil level with the generator on a level surface with the engine stopped.

• Do not use non-detergent oil or 2-stroke engine oil. It will void the warranty and will shorten the engine’s service

life.

• Use a high-detergent, premium quality, 4-stroke engine oil, certied to meet or exceed U.S. automobile

manufacturer’s requirements for API Service Classication SG/SF.

• Change the oil in a new engine between the rst 4 to 6 hours of operation to remove manufacturing debris and

contamination.

• Use SAE 15W-40 viscosity oil unless operating at ambient temperatures below 32° F (0° C). For temperatures

below 32° F, use SAE 0W-40 viscosity oil. Refer to the Operating at extreme temperatures section for more

information.

• Synthetic oil is approved for use in Alpha generators generally, and is recommended when operating the

generator in temperatures below 32° F. Use synthetic oil to ll the oil well of the generator, and use it for

subsequent oil changes.

• Running the engine with insufcient oil can cause serious engine damage.

• The Low Oil Alarm System will automatically stop the engine before the oil level falls below a safe limit.

CAUTION!

Required Tools

• Screwdriver

• Clean rag

Engine oil capacity: 15.6  oz (0.98 pt) / 460 ml.

1. Loosen the cover screws and remove the maintenance cover.

2. Remove the dipstick, wipe it with a clean rag and reinsert it into the ller neck, screwing it down

completely.

3. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level.

4. If the oil level is at or below the lower level of the dipstick, rell with the recommended oil up to the top

of the upper level marking. Do not overll.

5. Reinsert the dipstick and be sure to screw it down until it is tight.

Upper Level

Dipstick

Oil Fill Hole

Lower Level

Figure 1-4, Checking Engine Oil