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Synthetics resist high temperature breakdown much better than conventional oils which results in increased hydrodynamic bearing film thickness (longer bearing life) and reduced oil consumption. Since a small air-cooled engine runs extremely hot, compared to a liquid cooled engine, this is important.

Above 32°F, use SAE 30. Below 40°F and down to -10°F, use 10W-30. Synthetic 5W-30 can be used in all temperatures. Oil should be changed after the first 20-30 hours of operation and every 100 hours of run time thereafter.

We recommend using Generac 5W-20 GEO Full Synthetic Oil for your home standby. This oil is made specifically for gaseous engines, such as the one found in your home standby generator. Using this oil helps prolong your generator's life and protects your investment.

Like with your lawn mower and car, your generator oil needs regular changing to keep the internal parts lubricated and functioning properly. This is especially true when using the generator for longer periods such as during extreme weather.

Yes. 5w30 and 10w30 are both 30 weight oils and the exact same thickness in your engine when it is at operating temperature.

The oil capacity for the engine is listed in the Specifications section, of the Owner's Manual. Engine oil capacity ranges from 1.1 to 1.9 quarts depending on size.

Honda engines are developed, tested and certified with petroleum based motor oils as a lubricant. Synthetic oils may be used; however, any motor oil used in our engines must meet all oil requirements as stated in the owner's manual.

10W-30 GENERATOR OIL is recommended for all RV gasoline generators. It is formulated for severe temperatures and its 10W viscosity at low temperatures allows it to replace conventional SAE 30 oils in RV gasoline generators.