Add Fuel; Grounding; Intalling The Spark Arrester - Champion 42436 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 . Allow
approximately ¼ inch of space for fuel expansion .
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 .
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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 .
Installing the Spark Arrester
Insert the spark arrester screen into the muffler outlet .
Secure the spark arrester by placing the cover plate over
the end of the screen, with the lettering facing outward .
Secure the cover plate with the two screws and lock
washers provided with the spark arrester kit .
NOTE
Federal and local laws and administrative
requirements indicate when and where spark
arresters are required . When ordered, spark arresters
are required for operation of this generator in
National Forest lands . In California, this generator
must not be used on any forest- covered land, brush-
covered land, or grass- covered land unless the
engine is equipped with a spark arrester .
CAuTION
Failure to install the spark arrester may result in an
increased risk of fire .
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