Use and Care Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Air Filter
1. Remove the maintenance cover.
2. Locate the air filter plastic cover.
3. Unsnap the locking hinge on the cover.
4. Remove the old filter.
5. Place the new filter in the assembly.
6. Re-snap the hinge on the air filter cover.
7. Reinstall the maintenance cover and tighten the
cover screw securely.
Use a damp cloth to clean exterior surfaces of the
generator.
Use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt and oil.
Use an air compressor (25 PSI) to clear dirt and debris
from the generator.
Cleaning
DO NOT spray generator with water.
CAUTION
Water can contaminate the fuel system.
Adjustments
The air-fuel mixture is not adjustable. Tampering with
the governor can damage your generator and your
electrical devices and will void your warranty. CPE
recommends that you contact our service line at
1-877-338-0999 for all other service and/or adjustment
needs.
Maintenance Schedule
Follow the service intervals indicated in the following
maintenance schedule.
Service your generator more frequently when operating
in adverse conditions.
Contact our help line at 1-877-338-0999 to locate the
nearest Champion Power Equipment certified service
dealer for your generator or engine maintenance needs.
Spark Arrester
1. Allow the engine to cool completely before servicing
the spark arrester.
2. Remove the two screws holding the cover plate
which retains the end of the spark arrester to the
muffler.
3. Remove the spark arrester screen.
4. Carefully remove the carbon deposits from the spark
arrester screen with a wire brush.
5. Replace the spark arrester if it is damaged.
6. Position the spark arrester in the muffler and attach
with the two screws.
Failure to clean the spark arrester will result in
degraded engine performance.
CAUTION
*To be performed by knowledgeable, experienced owners or
Champion Power Equipment certified dealers.
Every 8 hours or daily
Check oil level
Clean around air intake and muffler
Check hosers for leaks
First 5 hours
Change oil
Every 50 hours or every season
Clean air filter
Change oil if operating under heavy load or in hot environments
Every 100 hours or every season
Change oil
Clean/Adjust spark plug
Check/Adjust valve clearance*
Clean spark arrester
Clean fuel tank and filter*
Every 250 hours
Clean combustion chamber*
Every 3 years
Replace fuel line and LPG hose