Maintenance Schedule; Storage; Short To Mid Term Storage (Up To 1 Year) - Champion 201080 Operator's Manual

4650w dual fuel electric start inverter generator
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201080 - 4650W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER GENERATOR
1. Remove the battery from the generator.
2. Charge battery following the battery charger's instructions.
3. After charging, leave the battery for 0.5 to 1 hour before
checking the voltage. If the voltage is less than 12.8 volts,
additional charging is necessary.
Electrolyte inside the battery is harmful to skin and eyes.
If the battery leaks and electrolyte gets in your eyes, do
not rub them. Instead, rinse them with clean running water
and immediately seek medical attention. If left untreated,
electrolyte can cause permanent eye injury.
– Do not charge the battery with charging voltage over 15.0V
and charging current over 1.6A.
– Do not charge the battery below 32°F (0°C) or above
113°F (45°C).
– If the battery becomes hot to the touch, stop charging.
Allow battery to cool before resuming.

Maintenance Schedule

Follow the service intervals indicated in the following maintenance
schedule.
Service your generator more frequently when operating in adverse
conditions.
Contact our Technical Support Team at 1-877-338-0999 to locate
the nearest CPE certified service dealer for your generator or
engine maintenance needs.
EVERY 8 HOURS OR PRIOR TO EACH USE
— Check oil level
— Clean around air intake and muffler
— Check propane (LPG) hose for leaks
FIRST 5 HOURS (BREAK IN)
— Change oil
EVERY 50 HOURS OR ANNUALLY
— Clean air filter
— Change oil if operating under heavy load or in hot
environments
NOTICE
NOTICE
EVERY 100 HOURS OR ANNUALLY
— Change oil
— Clean/adjust spark plug
— Clean spark arrestor
— Clean fuel valve filter*
EVERY 250 HOURS
— Clean combustion chamber*
— Check/adjust valve clearance*
EVERY 3 YEARS
— Replace fuel line*
— Replace LPG hose
* To be performed by knowledgeable, experienced owners or CPE certified service
centers.

STORAGE

To avoid accidental or unintended ignition of your generator
during periods of storage, the following precautions should be
followed:
– When storing the generator make sure the EZ Start dial is
set to the "OFF" position.
The following storage instructions apply when gasoline has
been used to run the generator. NOTE: LPG does not apply and
will not create build up or clog the carburetor.

Short to Mid Term Storage (up to 1 year)

Gasoline in the gasoline tank has a maximum shelf life of up to 1
year with the addition of properly formulated fuel stabilizers and
if stored in a cool, dry place. Gasoline in the carburetor, however,
may gum up and clog the carburetor if it isn't used or drained
within 2-4 weeks.
If using the generator within 2 weeks, follow the steps according
to Stopping the Engine section.
1. If not using the generator for more than 2 weeks, begin
by making sure all appliances are disconnected from the
generator.
2. Add a properly formulated fuel stabilizer to the gasoline tank.
3. Start engine by following directions in the Starting the Engine
section.
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WARNING
NOTICE
STORAGE

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