what should I use for oil in this generator, can I use synthetic oil?
1868459
I have an older version of this exact same model. I use Royal Purple Full Synthetic 10/30. My generator is about 10 years old and still purrs like a kitten.
1756134
I am currently using it in a Suzuki 300 engine. This is synthetic and cannot be mixed with standard oils. Drain bike completely first and replace oil filter when refilling.
1353146
Generic oil works fine. As with most chainsaws, store it level to prevent leaking. (I'm not sure it would leak, but better safe than sorry.)
676171
Absolutely use the oil gas mix. failure may destroy your engine I use 91 octane
1819987
I used the oil which came with the saw i dont buy oil yet. But the manual said that you can used any oil with the saw
1676289
5w 30 synthetic is recomemded by Brigg and Straton, (the engine manufacturer). I prefer synthetic over the regular oil. I will start using it next summer.
2034051
This is a 4-cycle engine, not a 2-cycle.That means no mixing oil with gas---you fill the oil pan like you do with your car.Instructions and a funnel are included. You use regular car oil--there is a chart for oil weight vs. temperatures.Cheap 10w30 is good for most purposes. I used a 5w40 synthetic oil because we are most likely to lose power in the winter, when its below freezing.
676173
Oil/gas mix. I use regular gas and it works fine although I sometimes run 91 through it. I've never had issues with regular. You must mix with oil.
1889274
The generator listed #56352 is a gas unit. No oil mixing with gas. It runs on regular.
206258
I'm using 30 weight oil. The unit is NOT a 2 stroke engine that burns a mix of oil and gas. The oil is for lubrication only.
1889275
The generator listed #56352 is a gas unit. No oil mixing with gas.It runs on regular.
1628948
This is a synthetic oil...... It's a perfect blend for my weed trimmer and my leaf blower. I would recommend this to anyone.
1082223
hi--my generator runs great but I only use propane for fuel. this generator is terrific
1785571
Definitely use oil. I don't run a separator on mine. But wouldn't hurt if you did
96755
All synthetic oil is better than conventional oils and all synthetic oils can be mixed with conventional oils and vice versa. Don't let anyone tell you different. I ran synthetic in my lawn mower from day one.
1819001
Conervatively, most so called experts will say new generators need their first oil change after25 hours. Beyond that, you'll have to dump refill every 50 or 60 hours. I usually look at the oil, finger test for color and viscosity, if it is fine I leave it alone and add when it is needed.
1082947
I just use lithium grease from Walmart. A good friend of mine does small engine work for living and said that it's fine to use that. Side note, he said to grease them as often as possible.