Champion Power Equipment 42431, Owner'S Manual And Operating Instructions, Page: 15 / 29

Operation
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2. Let the generator run at no-load for
several minutes to stabilize internal
temperatures of the engine and
generator.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the “Off”
position.
4. Turn the fuel valve to the “Off” position.
Do Not Overload Generator
Capacity
Follow these simple steps to calculate the
running and starting watts necessary for
your purposes.
1. Select the electrical devices you plan on
running at the same time.
2. Total the running watts of these items.
This is the amount of power you need to
keep your items running.
3. Identify the highest starting wattage of
all devices identified in step 1. Add this
number to the number calculated in step
2. Surge wattage is the extra burst of
power needed to start some electric
driven equipment. Following the steps
listed under “Power Management” will
guarantee that only one device will be
starting at a time.
Power Management
Use the following formula to convert voltage
and amperage to watts:
Volts x Amps = Watts
To prolong the life of your generator and
attached devices, follow these steps to add
electrical load:
1.
Start the generator with no electrical
load attached.
2. Allow the engine to run for several
minutes to stabilize.
3. Plug in and turn on the first item. It is
best to attach the item with the largest
load first.
4. Allow the engine to stabilize.
5. Plug in and turn on the next item.
6. Allow the engine to stabilize.
7. Repeat steps 5-6 for each additional
item.
NOTE
Never exceed the generator capacity when
adding loads.
Wattage Reference Chart
Use the chart to determine approximate
wattage requirements for your equipment.
NOTE
Starting watts can exceed three times the
running watts. The values in the following table
are approximate. Refer to your tool or appliance
for actual wattage consumption.
Item
Running
Watts
Starting
Watts
Essentials
Light Bulb 100W 100
Refrigerator/Freezer 1200 2400
Freezer 500 500
Sump Pump 600 1800
Well Pump 1 HP 2000 4000
Water Heater 4000
Security System 180
AM/FM Radio 300
Garage Door Opener 1/2 HP 500 600
Battery Charger 12V DC 110
Heating/Cooling
Air Conditioner 12000 BTU 1700 2500
Fan 300 600
Furnace Fan 1/3 HP 1200 2000
Home Appliances
Microwave 1000W 1000
Electric Range - One Element 1500
Electric Skillet 1250
Coffee Maker 1500
Clothes Washer 1200
Entertainment
CD/DVD Player 100
VCR 100
Stereo Receiver 450
Television 27" 500
PC with 15" Monitor 800
Job Site
Belt Sander 3" 1000 1500
Bench Grinder 6" 700 1500
Circular Saw 1500 1500
Compressor 1 1/2 HP 2500 2500
Edge Trimmer 500 500
Hand Drill 1/2" 1000 1000
Lawn Mower 1200 1800
Paint Sprayer 600 1200
Table Saw 2000 2000