Champion Global Power Equipment 500520-N, Operator'S Manual

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500520-N - 8500W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR
TABLE Of CONTENTS
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TABLE Of CONTENTS
Introduction
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Safety Definitions
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Important Safety Instructions
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Fuel Safety ......................................................... 6
Safety Labels ....................................................... 7
Safety Symbols ..................................................... 8
Operation Symbols ................................................. 9
Quick Start Label Symbols ....................................... 10
Controls and features
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Generator ......................................................... 11
Control Panel ..................................................... 12
Intelligauge ....................................................... 13
FCC Statement ................................................... 14
Parts Included .................................................... 14
Assembly
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Unpacking ........................................................ 15
Remove Shipping Support Brackets ............................. 15
Install the Wheel Kit .............................................. 15
Connect the Battery .............................................. 16
Add Engine Oil .................................................... 16
Add Fuel .......................................................... 17
Grounding ........................................................ 18
Operation
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Generator Location ............................................... 18
Surge Protection ................................................. 19
Starting the Engine ............................................... 19
Connecting Electrical Loads ..................................... 20
Do Not Overload Generator ...................................... 21
Eco (Economy) Mode ............................................. 21
12V DC Automotive Style Outlet ................................. 21
Stopping the Engine .............................................. 22
Operation at High Altitude ....................................... 22
Moving the Generator ............................................ 23
Maintenance
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Cleaning the Generator .......................................... 23
Changing the Engine Oil ......................................... 24
Cleaning and Adjusting the Spark Plug .......................... 24
Cleaning the Air Filter ............................................ 24
Cleaning the Spark Arrestor ..................................... 25
Adjusting the Governor ........................................... 25
Generator Battery ................................................ 25
Maintenance Schedule ........................................... 26
Storage
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Short Term Storage (up to 30 days) ............................. 26
Mid Term Storage (30 days – 1 year) ........................... 26
Long Term Storage (over 1 year) ................................ 27
Removing from Storage .......................................... 27
Specifications
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Generator Specifications ......................................... 28
Engine Specifications ............................................ 28
Oil Specifications ................................................. 28
Fuel Specifications ............................................... 28
Temperature Specifications ...................................... 28
Parts Diagram .................................................... 29
Parts List ......................................................... 30
Engine Parts Diagram ............................................ 32
Engine Parts List ................................................. 33
Wiring Diagram ................................................... 35
Troubleshooting
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