Applications; Preparation Before Operation - Hitachi E100 Safety Instructions And Instruction Manual

APPLICATIONS

Power source of electric appliances and tools.
WARNING:
HITACHI electronic controlled products should not be used with portable
generators.
Irregular generator power could cause these products to fail.
Regarding other manufacturer's products, please contact the manufacturer to see
if it is safe to use the electronic controlled products with portable generators.
NOTE:
Do not use "1 ~ " and "3 ~ " at the same time.

PREPARATION BEFORE OPERATION

Before starting the generator, check the oil and fuel levels. Be sure that the air cleaner is functioning.
Follow the guidelines below when adding oil and fuel.
NOTE:
There is no oil in the engine crankcase when the generator is shipped. You must add oil
before starting the engine. Check the oil level before each use with the generator on a level
surface and the engine stopped.
The engine is equipped with an oil sensor unit (hydraulic pressure detection type) that will
automatically stop the engine if oil in the crank case is reduced below the specified level.
In this case, the oil pressure warning lamp on the control panel will be flashing.
Should the engine be automatically stopped, be sure to check the amounts of fuel and oil.
When the oil is reduced below the specified level, add new oil to the upper limit. Since the
oil sensor will not detect the deterioration of oil, visually check the quality or determine it
by the specified time and then change the oil if necessary. (Refer to page 24.)
Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and
service life. Non-detergent and 2-stroke oils will damage the
engine and are not recommended.
Use 4-stroke motor oil that meets or exceeds the requirements for
API service classification SE or Higher.
Always check the API SERVICE label on the oil container to be
sure it includes the letters SE or Higher. SAE 10W- 30 is
recommended for general, all-temperature use. Other viscosities
shown in Fig. 7 may be used when the average temperature in
your area is within the indicated range.
CHECKING THE OIL
1. Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean.
2. Check the oil level by inserting the dipstick into the filler neck
without screwing it in.
3. If the test shows no oil markings, the oil is low.
4. If the level is low, add the recommended oil to the upper mark on
the dipstick.
5. Change oil if contaminated. (See "ENGINE OIL CHANGE". Refer to
page 25.)
OIL CAPACITY
HITACHI Model
E100, E100 (3P)
NOTE:
If the oil level is too low, the oil alert system will shutdown
the engine and prevent engine from restarting.
Liters
1.55
Fig. 7
Oil gauge
Upper
level
Lower
level
Fig. 8
Oil gauge
Upper level
Lower level
Fig. 9
English
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