Add Fuel; Grounding - Champion 41532 User Manual

ASSEMBLy

Add fuel

1 . Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded fuel with a
minimum octane rating of 85 and an ethanol content
of less than 10% by volume .
2 . DO NOT mix oil with fuel .
3 . Clean the area around the fuel cap .
4 . Remove the fuel cap .
5 . Slowly add fuel to the tank . DO NOT OVERFILL . Fuel
can expand after filling . A minimum of ¼ in . of space
left in the tank is required for fuel expansion, more
than ¼ in . is recommended . Fuel can be forced out
of the tank as a result of expansion if it is overfilled,
and can affect the stable running condition of the
product . When filling the tank, it is recommended to
leave enough space for the fuel to expand . .
6 . Screw on the fuel cap and wipe away any spilled fuel .
CAUTION
Use regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum
octane rating of 85 .
Do not mix oil and gasoline .
Fill tank to approximately ¼" below the top of the
tank to allow for fuel expansion .
DO NOT pump gas directly into the generator at the
gas station . Use an approved container to transfer
the fuel to the generator .
DO NOT fill fuel tank indoors .
DO NOT fill fuel tank when the engine is running or hot .
DO NOT overfill the fuel tank .
DO NOT light cigarettes or smoke when filling the
fuel tank .
WARNING
Pouring fuel too fast through the fuel screen may
result in blow back of fuel at the operator while filling .
11
REV 41532-20120918
Add fuel Cont'd.
NOTE
Our engines work well with 10% or less ethanol
blend fuels . When using blended fuels there are
some issues worth noting:
– Ethanol-gasoline blends can absorb more water
than gasoline alone .
– These blends can eventually separate, leaving
water or a watery goo in the tank, fuel valve and
carburetor .
– With gravity-fed fuel supplies, this compromised
fuel can be drawn into the carburetor and cause
damage to the engine and/or potential hazards .
– There are only a few suppliers of fuel stabilizer
that are formulated to work with ethanol blend
fuels .
– Any damages or hazards caused by using
improper fuel, improperly stored fuel, and/
or improperly formulated stabilizers, are not
covered by manufacture's warranty .
It is advisable to always shut off the fuel supply,
run the engine to fuel starvation and drain the tank
when the equipment is not in use for more than 30
days .

Grounding

Your generator must be properly connected to an
appropriate ground to help prevent electric shock .
WARNING
Failure to properly ground the generator can result
in electric shock .
A ground terminal connected to the frame of the generator
has been provided on the power panel . For remote
grounding, connect of a length of heavy gauge (12 AWG
minimum) copper wire between the generator ground
terminal and a copper rod driven into the ground . We
strongly recommend that you consult with a qualified
electrician to ensure compliance with local electrical codes .
41532
ENGLISH