Champion Power Equipment 75537i - Manual (Page 11)

REV 75537i-20140703
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75537i ENGLISH
ASSEMBLy
Your generator requires some assembly. This unit ships
from our factory without oil. It must be properly serviced
with fuel and oil before operation.
If you have any questions regarding the assembly of your
generator, call our help line at 1-877-338-0999. Please
have your serial number and model number available.
Remove the Generator from the Shipping Carton
1. Set the shipping carton on a solid, flat surface.
2. Remove everything from the carton except the
generator.
3. Using the carrying handles of the unit, carefully
remove the generator from the box. (two people lifting
is recommended)
1. Place the generator on a flat, level surface.
2. Loosen the cover screws and remove the
maintenance cover.
1. Using a screwdriver, remove the two (2)
maintenance cover screws from the battery
maintenance cover. (A)
2. Once the screws have been removed, the rubber
pull-tab on the cover can be pulled out to help
loosen and dislodge the maintenance cover. (A)
3. Remove the battery maintenance cover. (A)
The recommended oil type is 10W-30 automotive
oil.
NOTE
If the battery cables are not visible once the battery
maintenance cover has been removed, please note
that cables may be tucked up above the battery,
not in plain view.
NOTE
Add Engine Oil
Connecting the Battery
DO NOT attempt to crank or start the engine before
it has been properly filled with the recommended
type and amount of oil. Damage to the generator as
a result of failure to follow these instructions will
void your warranty.
CAUTION
3. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick to add oil.
4. Add up to 0.6 qt. (0.6 L) of standard engine oil and
replace oil fill cap/dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL.
5. Check engine oil level daily and add as needed.
4. Cut zip tie that is binding the battery cables
together.
5. Using a screwdriver, unscrew the battery bolt in the
red, positive (+) battery terminal.
6. Connect the red, positive (+) wire lead to the
positive (+) terminal on the battery using the bolt.
7. Pull rubber sheath over battery cable connection
and battery terminal.
8. Repeat steps 5-7 for the black, negative (-) battery
wire lead and black, negative (-) battery terminal.
A