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2022/04/10 12:12:04
Mjasci

Appropriate oil for Generac Generator

We just purchased a home with a Generac Home Generator that's fueled by propane. The instruction manual states-
"Use a high-quality detergent oil classified “For Service SJ or SH.” Detergent oils keep the engine cleaner and reduce carbon deposits. When changing the engine oil, be sure to use 5W-30 engine oil."
My first issue is with the SJ or SH. My research indicates that these are obsolete and that I am good with going with an SN but I want to be certain before I go dumping a new type of oil into generator. Second question is "Detergent oil". Is this simply referring to oil with additives?
Finally, any recommendations about a high quality, readily available oil to use that meets the above requirements?
Thanks!
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Georgedwn
I would imagine that Generac 5W30 syn, Briggs & Stratton 5W30 syn and Shell Rotella T6 5W30 would be good choices. The Generac and Briggs oils are specifically formulated for air cooled engines.
2022/04/12 11:34:06
SRTsFZ6
Your correct about the oil designation. The "later" the letters, the more advanced it is (and previous letters/type is covered).  
 
I would stick to a full synthetic with the appropriate grade oil...  Mobil 1, Pennzoil, any name brand is fine...
 
 
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2022/04/12 13:57:47
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I use this Shell Rotella T5 Synthetic Blend 15W-40, but the viscocity rating depends on the temperature.It gets a little colder here than where you are.Viscosity SAE 15W-40,1 gal.
2022/04/15 00:34:34

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