Congrats, you’ve just bought your first Inverter Generator and you’re keen to take it out into the wild and start using it. But wait…
Before you do, it’s time to break your Inverter Generator in first because if you don’t it may not function correctly.
And you can seriously reduce the lifespan of what can be quite an expensive purchase.
So break it in first and this article will discuss how to break in a new inverter generator.
Necessary Tools and Supplies To Break In An Inverter Generator
- Engine Oil (Check manual to confirm oil type)
- Upper cylinder lubricant
- Spark plug wrench
- Phillips heads screw driver
- Funnels
Process To Break In Inverter Generator
Remove the Spark Plug
- If necessary, remove paneling to gain access to the spark plug
- Locate the spark plug and lift up and away to remove the wire
- Remove the rubber boot, use a spark plug socket wrench to loosen and remove the spark plug
Add Oil Conditioner
Place a funnel into the spark plug chamber and add a few drops
Lubricate the Cylinder
Pull the starter cord SLOWLY ten times to lubricate the cylinder wall
Add Engine Oil
- Remove the oil fill cap and add a few more drops of oil conditioner
- Follow the instructions in your owners manual to add the correct amount of oil
- Check the oil level and replace the filter cap when full
Replace the Spark Plug
In reverse order of step one, replace the spark plug, boot, and wire
Fill the Fuel Tank with Gasoline
Use high-grade gasoline whenever possible, fill the generator full.
Run the Generator for an Hour
Start a timer and run the generator for an hour with no load
Change the Oil
- Remove the spark plug wire
- Remove the drain plug and drain the engine oil into a pan
- Add recommended amount of oil per the instruction manual
- Replace the spark plug wire
Run the Generator for an Hour (AGAIN)
Ensure there is adequate fuel and run the generator for an hour with NO load
Change the Oil (One Last Time)
- Remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug
- Remove the drain plug and drain engine oil into a pan
- Add recommended amount of oil per the instruction manual
- Replace the spark plug wire
Clean Up
Replace any parts previously removed.. DONE!
That’s The Inverter Generator Break In Process
Hopefully, you were able to follow the steps successfully to break in your new inverter generator. If you need more help you can watch the break in process HERE.