I just received my DuroMax XP 10000E. How much oil does it hold from Factory?? and Does the battery have to be connected or is it already connected from Factory. I cannot seem to locate the battery.
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My husband said he thinks it holds a quart of 5/30 oil and the battery needs to be connected. It is behind the black plate.
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Both the battery and the oil for it were packed with it. No oil was in it when it was shipped.
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Yes the battery must be hooked up. It is behind the panel that is under the control center. I can not find oil amount in book? Oil level must go to threads when you take out dip stick.
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You need to put oil in. It will not work until the oil is in. I did not connect the battery. It is easy to pull start. Use the leads provided if you want to connect the battery. You have to remove the cover on the side of the unit to get to the battery.
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This too, happened with mine. It had about 3 ozs of oil in it. I was told it is the little remainder of the oil & lube they used at the factory to test the Genset. Was it a lot (about the 20 oz they recommend?)
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I use 10/30 Mobil 1, but any multi vis oil will work, Holds about .8 qts. I change it every 20-30hrs.
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The owners manual should have a page that includes information regarding what weight of oil you need to put in since it depends on your climate. From what I remember 10W30 and or 10W40 work for most places around the world. However, it would be a good idea to snoop around the manual and website for the information. I bought mine awhile ago, broke it in, and have let it set after the break in oil change. I've enjoyed the little bugger so far.
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My model (looks the same) only has an on/off switch. It would keep running even if all the oil was gone. VC
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Yes it is! I use mine in the oilfield and wish I had it when I served on duty. It was a little quirky when I first bought it but soon realized I was using it wrong. I use mine daily/nightly for hours at a time. I suggest Duracell batteries in this thing. I tried rechargeable and found Duracell work longer and are about cheaper than the better rechargeable ones. I love this light! I can't believe I never left a review for this thing before. Please feelFree to ask any questions. I'll help if I can. I bought 4 if these things as back ups but do far still using the first one 4 months later Yes it is! I use mine in the oilfield and wish I had it when I served on duty. It was a little quirky when I first bought it but soon realized I was using it wrong. I use mine daily/nightly for hours at a time. I suggest Duracell batteries in this thing. I tried rechargeable and found Duracell work longer and are about cheaper than the better rechargeable ones. I love this light! I can't believe I never left a review for this thing before. Please feelFree to ask any questions. I'll help if I can. I bought 4 if these things as back ups but do far still using the... » Read More Yes it is! I use mine in the oilfield and wish I had it when I served on duty. It was a little quirky when I first bought it but soon realized I was using it wrong. I use mine daily/nightly for hours at a time. I suggest Duracell batteries in this thing. I tried rechargeable and found Duracell work longer and are about cheaper than the better rechargeable ones. I love this light! I can't believe I never left a review for this thing before. Please feelFree to ask any questions. I'll help if I can. I bought 4 if these things as back ups but do far still using the first one 4 months later « Show Less
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Go by the battery that came with the product. Had mine since 7/6/2010 and now working on a 3rd battery (helps to turn it off when you're done). I have the RT600C-N thermometer, which is the same as the Amazon add. Original battery was an A76/LR4 (make unknown), replaced with a Duracell D357 and now replacing that with an Energizer A76. If you google the number from the original battery, you should be able to come up with a description of the battery, which many times includes a flock of equivalent numbers that it can replace. In the info I found, A76 and D357 are listed as replacements for each other, but not CR2032. Also CR2032 replacements don't include A78 or D357. Hope this helps. Go by the battery that came with the product. Had mine since 7/6/2010 and now working on a 3rd battery (helps to turn it off when you're done). I have the RT600C-N thermometer, which is the same as the Amazon add. Original battery was an A76/LR4 (make unknown), replaced with a Duracell D357 and now replacing that with an Energizer A76. If you google the number from the original battery, you should be able to come up with a description of the battery, which many times includes a flock of equivalent numbers that it can replace. In the info I found, A76 and D357 are listed as replacements for... » Read More Go by the battery that came with the product. Had mine since 7/6/2010 and now working on a 3rd battery (helps to turn it off when you're done). I have the RT600C-N thermometer, which is the same as the Amazon add. Original battery was an A76/LR4 (make unknown), replaced with a Duracell D357 and now replacing that with an Energizer A76. If you google the number from the original battery, you should be able to come up with a description of the battery, which many times includes a flock of equivalent numbers that it can replace. In the info I found, A76 and D357 are listed as replacements for each other, but not CR2032. Also CR2032 replacements don't include A78 or D357. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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I answered this question previously from my Galaxy but it doesn't show in the system. The duromax is a great generater, but don't worry about auto throttle its a waste of time unless you plan to run nothing or a 60w lamp. As soon as you give it a load it will increase rpm and deliver. May as well not have the feature, some say not to use it anyway. Want to use less gas, buy a smaller KW generator or a more expensive engine (Honda), I was running most of my house and got .8 gallon per hour.
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I broke my generator in on straight 30 weight detergent oil for 10 hours. Then I put in 10W30 AMS Oil synthetic small engine oil. I am sure any good quality 10W30 oil would do. See page 13 of your owner's manual.
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I had to return it for the sane reason. Check the oil level though. Aomeone told me that may be the reason.
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It is kind of an orangeish glow. What I usually do with a new dye after I run it for about 100 miles is get a sample of the oil from filter or drain plug or other source and look at it with the UV light to see what it will look like. Ten minutes is not enough to get it to all of the places unless it is a serious leak in which case you shouldn't need dye for it. What is the oil capacity and is it gas or diesel? Diesel uses a different dye and if it is a large capacity system it might take 2 bottles of die.
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Hi Gene - this was backordered, and I got mine today. There was no damage at all due to shipping. I followed the "first time" instructions (add oil, install air filter, run unloaded i.e. with air tank valve open for 20 minutes) - that all went fine. It is working perfectly so far. Boy - its really strong and well built too. The manual is kind of crappy though - but its not rocket science. Rob
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Same here - 29.8 as best as I can read on the dial. I am using it with a vacuum chamber and let it run for hours sometimes. It does need frequent oil changes and the Yellow Jacket brand oil (required for warranty) can be hard to get at times so stock up when you can.
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I answered this question previously from my Galaxy but it doesn't show in the system.The duromax is a great generater, but don't worry about auto throttle its a waste of time unless you plan to run nothing or a 60w lamp.As soon as you give it a load it will increase rpm and deliver.May as well not have the feature, some say not to use it anyway.Want to use less gas, buy a smaller KW generator or a more expensive engine (Honda), I was running most of my house and got .8 gallon per hour.
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Hi, unless your system has been opened and drained, your should have oil still in your system. REDTEK 12a is compatible with the existing oil in your system.
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Well, yes, as a matter-of-fact.... 1-800-629-3325 ext208 Andrew Miller, Service Manager.... It took a minute for him to answer but he was helpful and direct. It has "been awhile" and I don't know if he is still there, but he helped in my question about grounding, (that IT SHOULD BE grounded...) I also spoke directly to a sales person when I ordered mine, and he was very helpful. I guess it depends on how "you-approach-them." ... btw, I've had NO service issues with my 4400E (purchased DEC 2010,) and it runs fine... I DO run the tank and carb completely dry after each test run-every 3 months, using PREMIUM gas 90+ octane. I remove and store the battery indoors, and the genny covered in the garage...
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Duramax diesel powered pick-em-up truck? Well.... I imagine so if...you can get the drain plug out and... it doesn't hold more than 8 quarts! Helluva an engine by the way!