Champion Power Equipment 100107 - Manual (Page 19)

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100107 ENGLISH
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Disconnect the Battery
1. Remove the protective cover from the black/negative
battery lead.
2. Disconnect the black/negative lead from the black/
negative terminal on the battery and store the cap
screw (M5x10) and lock washer (M5).
3. Repeat steps 1-2 for the red/positive battery lead.
4. Store the battery in a cool, dry place.
Charge the Battery
Proper battery maintenance and storage should be
followed. A 12V automatic battery charger (not included)
with automatic trickle charging capability should be used
to charge the battery. Maximum charging rate should not
exceed 2 amps. Follow the instructions included with
the battery charger. The battery should be fully charged
at least once per month.
Generator exhaust contains odorless and colorless
carbon monoxide gas.
To avoid accidental or unintended ignition of your
electric start generator during periods of storage,
the following precautions should be followed:
– When storing the generator for short periods of
time make sure that the Ignition Switch and the
Fuel Valve are switched to the
OFF position.
– When storing the generator for extended periods
of time make sure that the Ignition Switch
and the Fuel Valve are switched to the the
OFF position and the battery leads have been
disconnected from the battery.
DANGER
A Float Charger will maintain the battery condition
over long storage periods.
NOTE
Storage
The generator should be started at least once every 14
days and allowed to run for at least 20 minutes. For
longer term storage, please follow these guidelines.
Generator Storage
1. Add a properly formulated fuel stabilizer to the tank.
2. Be sure all appliances are disconnected from the
generator.
3. Run the generator for a few minutes so the treated
fuel cycles through the fuel system and carburetor.
4. Turn the fuel valve to the “Off” position.
5. Let the generator run until fuel starvation has
stopped the engine. This usually takes a few minutes.
6. The generator needs to cool completely before
cleaning and storage.
7. Clean the generator according to the maintenance section.
8. Change the oil.
9. Remove the spark plug and pour about 1⁄2 ounce
(14.8 mL) of oil into the cylinder. Crank the engine
slowly to distribute the oil and lubricate the cylinder.
10. Reattach the spark plug.
11. Store the unit in a clean, dry place out of direct
sunlight.
Our engines work well with 10% or less ethanol
blend fuels. When using blended fuels there are
some issues worth noting:
– Ethanol-gasoline blends can absorb more water
than gasoline alone.
– These blends can eventually separate, leaving
water or a watery goo in the tank, fuel valve and
carburetor.
– With gravity-fed fuel supplies, this compromised
fuel can be drawn into the carburetor and cause
damage to the engine and/or potential hazards.
– There are only a few suppliers of fuel stabilizer
that are formulated to work with ethanol blend
fuels.
– Any damages or hazards caused by using
improper fuel, improperly stored fuel, and/
or improperly formulated stabilizers, are not
covered by manufacture’s warranty.
It is advisable to always shut off the fuel supply,
run the engine to fuel starvation and drain the tank
when the equipment is not in use for more than 30
days.
NOTE
Generator Storage Cont’d.