Assembly; Unpacking; Add Engine Oil - Champion 100414 Operator's Manual

100414 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR

ASSEMBLY

Your generator requires some assembly. It must be properly
serviced with fuel and oil before operation.
If you have any questions regarding the assembly of your
generator, call our Technical Support Team at 1-877-338-0999.
Please have your serial number and model number available.

Unpacking

1. Set the shipping carton on a solid, flat surface.
2. Remove everything from the carton except the generator.
3. Using the carrying handles of the unit, carefully remove the
generator from the box (two people lifting is recommended).

Add Engine Oil

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DO NOT attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been
properly filled with the recommended type and amount of oil.
Damage to the generator as a result of failing to follow these
instructions will void your warranty.
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The generator rotor has a sealed, pre-lubricated ball bearing
that requires no additional lubrication for the life of the bearing.
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The recommended oil type for typical use is 5W-30
automotive oil. However, using the listed conventional oils
shown in the "Recommended Engine Oil Type" chart may be
used for typical use including the first 5 hours of the break-in
run time period of the engine.
If running generator in extreme temperatures, refer to the
"Recommended Engine Oil Type" chart.
Recommended Engine Oil Type
5W-30
5W-30 Full Synthetic
°F -20 0 20
°C -28.9 -17.8 -6.7
Ambient temperature
1. Place the generator on a flat, level surface.
2. Remove the maintenance cover.
WARNING
NOTICE
NOTICE
10W-30
10W-40
40 60 80 100
4.4 15.6 26.7 37.8
3. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick to add oil.
4. Using a funnel, add up to 13.5 fl. oz. (400 ml) of oil (included)
and replace oil fill cap/dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL.
5. Check engine oil level daily and add as needed.
MAX
Once oil has been added, a visual check should show oil about
1-2 threads from running out of the fill hole.
If using the dipstick to check oil level, DO NOT screw in the
dipstick while checking.
Check oil often during the break-in period. Refer to the
Maintenance section for recommended service intervals.
The engine is equipped with a low oil shut-off and will stop
when the oil level in the crankcase falls below the threshold
level.
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ASSEMBLY
OIL DIP STICK
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CAUTION
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