Champion Power Equipment 46578 - Manual (Page 20)

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ENGLISH 46578
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 helpline at
1-877-338-0999 to locate the
nearest Champion Power Equipment certified service
dealer for your generator or engine maintenance needs.
Use a damp cloth to clean exterior surfaces of the engine.
Use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt and oil.
Use an air compressor (25 PSI) to clear dirt and debris
from the engine.
Cleaning
DO NOT spray engine with water.
CAUTION
Water can contaminate the fuel system.
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
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Federal and local laws and administrative requirements
indicate when and where spark arresters are required.
When ordered, spark arresters are required for operation
of this generator in National Forest lands. In California,
this generator must not be used on any forest- covered
land, brush-covered land, or grass- covered land unless
the engine is equipped with a spark arrester.
NOTE
*To be performed by knowledgeable, experienced owners or
Champion Power Equipment certified dealers.
Generator Maintenance
Make certain that the generator is kept clean and stored
properly. Only operate the unit on a flat, level surface in
a clean, dry operating environment. DO NOT expose the
unit to extreme conditions, excessive dust, dirt, moisture
or corrosive vapors.
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.
Inspect all air vents and cooling slots to ensure that they
are clean and unobstructed.
DO NOT use a garden hose to clean the generator.
Water can enter the generator through the cooling
slots and damage the generator windings.
CAUTION
Every 8 hours or daily
Check oil level
Clean around air intake and muffler
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