Air Filter; Spark Arrester; Cleaning; Adjustments - Champion 100111 Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Spark Plug Cont'd.
7. Use the spark plug socket (not included) to firmly
install the plug.
8. Attach the spark plug wire to the plug.

Air filter

1. Open engine access cover.
2. Remove the air filter cover by turning the two
fasteners ¼ turn counterclockwise.
3. Pull the air filter straight out away from engine.
4. Install new air filter.
5. Replace air filter cover and turn the two fasteners ¼
turn clockwise.
6. Close engine access cover.

Spark Arrester

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.
4. Carefully remove the carbon deposits from the spark
arrester 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
Failure to clean the spark arrester will result in degraded
engine performance.
NOTE
Federal and local laws and administrative requirements
indicate when and where spark arresters are required.
When ordered, spark arresters are required for operation
of this generator in National Forest lands. In California,
this generator must not be used on any forest- covered
land, brush-covered land, or grass- covered land unless
the engine is equipped with a spark arrester.
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Cleaning

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.

Adjustments

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.

Maintenance Schedule

Follow the service intervals indicated in the following
maintenance schedule.
Service your generator more frequently when operating
in adverse conditions.
Contact our helpline 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 and oil filter
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 and oil filter
Clean/Adjust spark plug
Check/Adjust valve clearance*
Clean spark arrester
Clean fuel tank and filter*
Every 250 hours
Clean combustion chamber*
Every 3 years
Replace fuel line
*To be performed by knowledgeable, experienced owners or
Champion Power Equipment certified dealers.
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