Westinghouse WH6000 — Checking and Adding Engine Oil
Maintenance
For the Westinghouse WH6000, from the Westinghouse owner's manual.
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Before you start
- Never check oil while engine is hot
- Do not overfill oil
Procedure
- Stop engine if running.
- Let engine cool for several minutes.
- Clean area around oil fill plug/dipstick with damp rag.
- Remove oil fill plug/dipstick.
- Thread dipstick back in fully, then remove and check level.
- Oil should be visible between H and L lines on dipstick.
- If low, add specified oil using supplied funnel.
- Check level frequently to avoid overfilling.
Tools required
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Specs & values
- Oil grade: 5W-30 Amazon eBay $47.95, 10W-30 Amazon eBay $54.99, or SAE 30
Source: Westinghouse owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.