Champion 73540i, Owner'S Manual & Operating Instructions

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ENGLISH 73540i
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 engine switch to the “Off” position.
6. Allow the generator to cool down completely to room
temperature
7. Turn the fuel cap lever vent to the “Off” position
after the generator has cooled down completely.
Important: Always ensure that the Fuel Valve and the
Engine Switch are in the “OFF” position when the
engine is not in use.
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 12-21V
DC. When using the DC outlet turn the Economy mode
switch to the “OFF” position.
12V DC Outlet – Battery Charging
1. Before connecting the battery charging cable to a
battery that is installed in a vehicle, disconnect the
vehicle battery ground cable from the negative (–)
battery terminal.
2. Plug the battery charging cable into the 12V DC
receptacle of the generator.
3. Connect the red (+) battery charger lead to the red
(+) battery terminal.
4. Connect the black (–) battery charger lead to the
black (–) battery terminal.
5. Start the generator.
Important: The 12V DC outlet is ONLY to be used with
the supplied 12V DC battery charging cable. The 12V
DC output is unregulated and will damage other 12V
DC products. When using the 12V DC outlet, turn the
Economy mode switch to the “OFF” position. Be sure all
electric devices including the lines and plug connections
are in good condition before connection to the generator.
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