Maintenance And Storage; Engine Maintenance; Oil; Spark Plugs - Champion 41532 Owner's Manual & Operating Instructions

41532
ENGLISH
The owner/operator is responsible for all periodic
maintenance.
WARNING
Never operate a damaged or defective generator.
WARNING
Tampering with the factory set governor will void
your warranty.
WARNING
Improper maintenance will void your warranty.
NOTE
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emission
control devices and systems may be performed
by any non-road engine repair establishment or
individual.
Complete all scheduled maintenance in a timely manner.
Correct any issue before operating the generator.
NOTE
For service or parts assistance, contact our help
line at 1-877-338-0999

Engine Maintenance

To prevent accidental starting, remove and ground spark
plug wire before performing any service.

Oil

Change oil when the engine is warm. Refer to the oil
specifi cation to select the proper grade of oil for your
operating environment.
1. Remove oil fi ll cap/dipstick.
2. Use pliers to slide the spring clamp down the oil
drain hose and pull the hose off the plug bracket.
3. Point the hose into a drain pan and allow the oil to
drain completely. Note: The hose end must be lower
than the engine base to allow the oil to drain.
4. Replace oil drain hose onto plug bracket and slide
spring clamp back into position.
5. Add 1.16 qt (1.1 L) of oil and replace oil fi ll
cap/dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL.
6. Dispose of used oil at an approved waste
management facility.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

Oil Cont'd.
NOTE
Once oil has been added, a visual check should show
oil about 1-2 threads from running out of the fi ll hole.
If using the dipstick to check oil level, DO NOT screw
in the dipstick while checking.

Spark Plugs

1. Remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug.
2. Use the spark plug tool that shipped with your
generator to remove the plug.
3. Inspect the electrode on the plug. It must be clean and
not worn to produce the spark required for ignition.
4. Make certain the spark plug gap is 0.7 - 0.8 mm or
(0.028 - 0.031 in.).
5. Refer to the spark plug recommendation chart when
replacing the plug.
6. Carefully thread the plug into the engine.
7. Use the spark plug tool to fi rmly install the plug.
8. Attach the spark plug wire to the plug.

Air Filter

1. Remove the snap-on cover holding the air fi lter to
the assembly.
2. Remove the foam element.
3. Wash in liquid detergent and water. Squeeze
thoroughly dry in a clean cloth.
4. Saturate in clean engine oil.
5. Squeeze in a clean, absorbent cloth to remove all
excess oil.
6. Place the fi lter in the assembly.
7. Reattach the air fi lter cover and snap in place.
0.7 - 0.8 mm
0.028 - 0.031 in.
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