Maintenance And Storage; Engine Maintenance; Oil; Spark Plugs - Champion 73535i Owner's Manual & Operating Instructions

73535i
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. Loosen the cover screws and remove the
maintenance cover.
2. Remove the oil fi ller cap.
3. Tilt the generator on its side and allow the oil to
drain completely.
4. Add 0.42 qt. (0.4 L) of oil and replace oil fi ll cap/
dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL.
5. Reinstall the maintenance cover and tighten the
cover screws.
6. Dispose of used oil at an approved waste
management facility.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

Oil Cont'd.

Spark Plugs

1. Remove the maintenance cover.
2. Remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug.
3. Use the spark plug tool that shipped with your
generator to remove the plug. Remove the spark plug
access cap and insert the spark plug tool through
this hole.
4. Remove the spark plug.
5. Inspect the electrode on the plug. It must be clean
and not worn to produce the spark required for
ignition.
6. Make certain the spark plug gap is 0.6 - 0.7 mm
(0.024 - 0.028 in.).
7. Carefully thread the plug into the engine.
8. Use the spark plug tool to fi rmly install the plug.
9. Attach the spark plug cap to the plug.
10. Reinstall the spark plug access cap, and
maintenance cover.
0.6 - 0.7 mm
0.024 - 0.028 in.
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