Stopping The Engine; Do Not Overload Generator; Capacity; Power Management - Champion Power Equipment CSA40017 Owner's Manual And Operating Instructions

Stopping the Engine

1. Turn off and unplug all electrical loads.
Never start or stop the generator with
electrical devices plugged in or turned
on.
2. Let the generator run at no-load for
several minutes to stabilize internal
temperatures of the engine and
generator.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the "Off"
position.
4. Turn the fuel valve to the "Off" position.

Do Not Overload Generator

Capacity

Follow these simple steps to calculate the
running and starting watts necessary for
your purposes.
1. Select the electrical devices you plan on
running at the same time.
2. Total the running watts of these items.
This is the amount of power you need to
keep your items running.
3. Identify the highest starting wattage of
all devices identified in step 1. Add this
number to the number calculated in step
2. Surge wattage is the extra burst of
power needed to start some electric
driven equipment. Following the steps
listed under "Power Management" will
guarantee that only one device will be
starting at a time.

Power Management

Use the following formula to convert voltage
and amperage to watts:
Volts x Amps = Watts
To prolong the life of your generator and
attached devices, follow these steps to add
electrical load:
1. Start the generator with no electrical
load attached.
2. Allow the engine to run for several
minutes to stabilize.
3. Plug in and turn on the first item. It is
best to attach the item with the largest
load first.
4. Allow the engine to stabilize.
5. Plug in and turn on the next item.
6. Allow the engine to stabilize.
7. Repeat steps 5-6 for each additional
item.
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NOTE
Never exceed the generator capacity when
adding loads.

Wattage Reference Chart

Use the chart to determine approximate
wattage requirements for your equipment.
NOTE
Starting watts can exceed three times the
running watts. The values in the following table
are approximate. Refer to your tool or appliance
for actual wattage consumption.
Item
Essentials
Light Bulb 100W
Refrigerator/Freezer
Sump Pump
Well Pump 1 HP
Water Heater
Security System
AM/FM Radio
Garage Door Opener 1/2 HP
Battery Charger 12V DC
Heating/Cooling
Air Conditioner 12000 BTU
Fan
Furnace Fan 1/3 HP
Home Appliances
Microwave 1000W
Electric Range - One Element
Electric Skillet
Coffee Maker
Clothes Washer
Entertainment
CD/DVD Player
Stereo Receiver
Television 27"
PC with 15" Monitor
Job Site
Belt Sander 3"
Bench Grinder 6"
Circular Saw
Compressor 1 1/2 HP
Edge Trimmer
Hand Drill 1/2"
Paint Sprayer
Table Saw
Operation
Running Starting
Watts Watts
100
1200 2400
600 1800
2000 4000
4000
180
300
500 600
110
1700 2500
300 600
1200 2000
1000
1500
1250
1500
1200
100
450
500
800
1000 1500
700 1500
1500 1500
2500 2500
500 500
1000 1000
600 1200
2000 2000
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