Champion Power Equipment 70008 User Manual

Maintenance 

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Rev 

70008-20071026 

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 

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. 

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. 

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 

 

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. 

Water can enter the generator through the 
cooling slots and damage the generator 
windings. 

 

Use a damp cloth to clean exterior surfaces 
of the generator. 

Use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt and 

oil. 
Use an air compressor (25 PSI) to clear dirt 

and debris from the generator.  

Inspect all air vents and cooling slots to 
ensure that they are clean and unobstructed.