Champion 71001I EU, Owner'S Manual & Operating Instructions

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OPERATION
Stopping the Engine
1. Turn off and unplug all electrical loads. Never start
or stop the generator with electrical devices plugged
in or turned on.
2. Let the generator run at no-load for several minutes
to stabilize internal temperatures of the engine and
generator.
3. Turn the fuel valve to the “OFF” position.
4. Let the engine run until fuel starvation has stopped
the engine. This usually takes a few minutes.
5. Turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position.
6. Turn the battery switch to “OFF” position if
applicable.
Important: Always ensure that the Fuel Valve and the
ignition switch and battery switch are in the “OFF”
position when the engine is not in use.
Connecting a generator to your electric utility
company’s power lines or to another power source
may be against the law. In addition this action,
if done incorrectly, could damage your generator
and appliances and could cause serious injury or
even death to you or a utility worker who may be
working on nearby power lines. If you plan to run a
portable electric generator during an outage, please
notify your electric utility company immediately
and remember to plug your appliances directly into
the generator. Do not plug the generator into any
electric outlet in your home. Doing so could create
a connection to the utility company power lines. You
are responsible for ensuring that your generator’s
electricity does not feed back into the electric
utility power lines.
If the generator will be connected to a building
electrical system, consult your local utility company
or a qualified electrician. Connections must isolate
generator power from utility power and must comply
with all applicable laws and codes.
NOTE
Connecting Electrical Loads
1. Let the engine stabilize and warm up for a few
minutes after starting
2. Plug in and turn on the desired 120/240 Volt AC
single phase, 50 Hz electrical loads.
– DO NOT connect 3-phase loads to the generator.
– DO NOT connect 60 Hz loads to the generator.
– DO NOT overload the generator.
While charging a device do not place on the exhaust side
of the generator. Extreme heat caused by exhaust can
damage the device, and cause a potential fire hazard.
WARNING
Do not operate a device while it is plugged in to the 12V
DC outlet.
Prolonged exposure to engine exhaust can cause serious
injury or death.
WARNING
12V DC Outlet
The 12V DC outlet can be used with the supplied
charge cable and USB charger and other commercially
available 12V DC automotive style plugs. The DC output
is unregulated and can damage some products. Confirm
your accessory input voltage range is at least 12-24V
DC. When using the DC outlet turn the Economy mode
switch to the “OFF” position.
If the generator has a battery, always turn the battery
switch to the “OFF” position when unit is not in
use, this will stop the battery from being drained.
Follow the maintenance & storage instructions for the
generator & battery when the unit will not be used for
a period of 2 weeks or more.
NOTE
If the engine will not be used for a period of two (2)
weeks or longer, please see the storage section for proper
engine and fuel storage.
NOTE