Champion Power Equipment 42436 - Manual (Page 15)

REV 42436-20140115
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42436 ENGLISH
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
The owner/operator is responsible for all periodic
maintenance.
Complete all scheduled maintenance in a timely manner.
Correct any issue before operating the generator.
Never operate a damaged or defective generator.
Tampering with the factory set governor will void
your warranty.
Air Filter
1. Using your fingers, unscrew the thumb screws of the
top and bottom holes of the air filter cover.
2. Remove the plastic outer casing.
3. Remove the foam element.
4. Wash in liquid detergent and water. Squeeze
thoroughly dry in a clean cloth.
5. Saturate in clean engine oil.
6. Squeeze in a clean, absorbent cloth to remove all
excess oil.
7. Place the filter in the assembly.
8. Reattach the air filter cover and using your fingers,
insert the thumb screws into the top and bottom
holes of the air filter cover. Screw until tight. Be sure
not to over tighten.
Spark Plugs
1. Remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug.
2. Use the spark plug tool that shipped with your
generator to remove the plug.
3. Inspect the electrode on the plug. It must be clean and
not worn to produce the spark required for ignition.
4. Make certain the spark plug gap is 0.7 - 0.8 mm or
(0.028 - 0.031 in.).
5. Refer to the spark plug recommendation chart when
replacing the plug.
6. Carefully thread the plug into the engine.
7. Use the spark plug tool to firmly install the plug.
8. Attach the spark plug wire to the plug.
For service or parts assistance, contact our help
line at
1-877-338-0999
NOTE
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emission control
devices and systems may be performed by any non-road
engine repair establishment or individual.
NOTE
WARNING
WARNING
Improper maintenance will void your warranty.
WARNING
0.7 - 0.8 mm
0.028 - 0.031 in.
Once oil has been added, a visual check should show oil
about 1-2 threads from running out of the fill hole.
If using the dipstick to check oil level, DO NOT screw in
the dipstick while checking.
NOTE
Engine Maintenance
To prevent accidental starting, remove and ground spark
plug wire before performing any service.
Oil
Change oil when the engine is warm. Refer to the oil
specification to select the proper grade of oil for your
operating environment.
1. Remove the oil drain plug with a 12 mm socket and
extension.
2. Allow the oil to drain completely.
3. Replace the drain plug.
4. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick to add oil.
5. Add 0.4 qt. (0.4 L) of oil and replace oil fill
cap/dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL.
6. Dispose of used oil at an approved waste
management facility.
Starting the Engine Cont’d.