Champion Power Equipment 70008 User Manual
Assembly
Rev 70008-20071026
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3. Add 1.16 qt (1.1 L) of oil and replace oil
fill cap/dipstick. See “Specifications” for
oil recommendations based on
oil recommendations based on
operating conditions.
4. Check engine oil level daily and add as
needed.
CAUTION
The engine is equipped with a low-oil-shutoff and
the will stop when the oil level in the crankcase
falls below the threshold level.
the will stop when the oil level in the crankcase
falls below the threshold level.
NOTE
Check oil often during the break-in period. Refer
to the Maintenance section for recommended
service intervals.
to the Maintenance section for recommended
service intervals.
NOTE
The generator rotor has a sealed, pre-lubricated
ball bearing that requires no additional lubrication
for the life of the bearing.
ball bearing that requires no additional lubrication
for the life of the bearing.
Connect LPG cylinder
This engine is certified to operate on liquid
petroleum gas (lpg).
1. Turn off the fuel valve on the generator.
1. Turn off the fuel valve on the generator.
2. Attach the LPG connector to the gas
inlet.
3. Open the manual shutoff valve on the
LPG cylinder.
4. Open the fuel valve on the generator.
WARNING
Liquefied Petroleum Gas is extremely flammable
and explosive.
and explosive.
If there is a strong smell of gas:
Close off the gas supply at the cylinder.
Use soapy water which will produce a large
bubble at the point of any leak, to check the
cylinder valve, connections and the generator.
Do not smoke or light a cigarette.
Contact a qualified technician to inspect and
repair the LPG system.
Close off the gas supply at the cylinder.
Use soapy water which will produce a large
bubble at the point of any leak, to check the
cylinder valve, connections and the generator.
Do not smoke or light a cigarette.
Contact a qualified technician to inspect and
repair the LPG system.
CAUTION
Use approved LP cylinders equipped with an OPD
(overfilling prevention device) valve.
(overfilling prevention device) valve.
Always keep the cylinder in a vertical position
with the valve on top and installed at ground
level on a flat surface
Cylinders must not be installed near any heat
source and should not be exposed to sun, rain,
dust and heat.
Regulators to be used on the cylinders must be
of the diameter as the cylinder valve.
Regulators should always be in the off position
when the cylinder is not in use.
with the valve on top and installed at ground
level on a flat surface
Cylinders must not be installed near any heat
source and should not be exposed to sun, rain,
dust and heat.
Regulators to be used on the cylinders must be
of the diameter as the cylinder valve.
Regulators should always be in the off position
when the cylinder is not in use.
Grounding
Your generator must be properly connected
to an appropriate ground to help prevent
to an appropriate ground to help prevent
electric shock.
WARNING
Failure to properly ground the generator can
result in electric shock.
result in electric shock.
A ground terminal connected to the frame of
the generator has been provided on the
power panel. For remote grounding, connect
power panel. For remote grounding, connect
of a length of heavy gauge (12 AWG
minimum) copper wire between the
minimum) copper wire between the
generator ground terminal and a copper rod
driven into the ground. We strongly
recommend that you consult with a qualified
recommend that you consult with a qualified
electrician to ensure compliance with local
electrical codes.