Champion Power Equipment 41111, Owner'S Manual And Operating Instructions

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Maintenance
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Air Filter
1. Remove the snap-on cover holding the
air filter to the assembly.
2. Remove the foam element.
3. Wash in liquid detergent and water.
Squeeze thoroughly dry in a clean cloth.
4. Saturate in clean engine oil.
5. Squeeze in a clean, absorbent cloth to
remove all excess oil.
6. Place the filter in the assembly.
7. Reattach the air filter cover and snap in
place.
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.
CAUTION
Failure to clean the spark arrester will result in
degraded engine performance.
Cleaning
CAUTION
DO NOT spray engine with water.
Water can contaminate the fuel system.
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.
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
schedule below.
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.
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 3 years
Replace fuel line
* To be performed by knowledgeable,
experienced owners or Champion Power
Equipment certified service 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.
CAUTION
DO NOT use a garden hose to clean the
generator.