Add Fuel; Grounding - Champion 41537 Owner's Manual & Operating Instructions

ASSEMBLy
Add Engine Oil Cont'd.
2 . Remove oil fill cap/dipstick to add oil .
3 . Add 1 . 1 6 qt (1 . 1 L) of oil (included) and replace oil
fill cap/dipstick . See "Specifications" pages for 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
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 .
NOTE
The generator rotor has a sealed, pre-lubricated ball
bearing that requires no additional lubrication for
the life of the bearing .

Add fuel

1 . Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded fuel with a
minimum octane rating of 85 and an ethanol content
of less than 10% by volume .
2 . DO NOT mix oil with fuel .
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Add fuel Cont'd.
3 . Clean the area around the fuel cap .
4 . Remove the fuel cap .
5 . Slowly add fuel to the tank . DO NOT overfill . Allow
approximately ¼ inch of space for fuel expansion .
6 . Screw on the fuel cap and wipe away any spilled fuel .
CAUTION
Use regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum
octane rating of 85 .
Do not mix oil and gasoline .
Fill tank to approximately ¼" below the top of the
tank to allow for fuel expansion .
DO NOT pump gas directly into the generator at the
gas station . Use an approved container to transfer
the fuel to the generator .
DO NOT fill fuel tank indoors .
DO NOT fill fuel tank when the engine is running or hot .
DO NOT overfill the fuel tank .
DO NOT light cigarettes or smoke when filling the
fuel tank .
WARNING
Pouring fuel too fast through the fuel screen may
result in blow back of fuel at the operator while filling .

Grounding

Your generator must be properly connected to an
appropriate ground to help prevent electric shock .
WARNING
Failure to properly ground the generator can 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 of a length of heavy gauge (12 AWG
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
electrician to ensure compliance with local electrical codes .
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