Champion Power Equipment 66520 - Manual (Page 14)

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REV 66520-20140303
ENGLISH 66520
OPERATION
Operation using the alternative main jet at
elevations lower than the recommended minimum
altitude can damage the engine. For operation at
lower elevations, the standard main jet must be
used. Operating the engine with the wrong engine
configuration at a given altitude may increase
its emissions and decrease fuel efficiency and
performance.
WARNING
Operation at High Altitude
The density of air at high altitude is lower than at sea
level. Engine power is reduced as the air mass and air-
fuel ratio decrease. Engine power and generator output
will be reduced approximately 3½% for every 1000
feet of elevation above sea level. This is a natural trend
and cannot be changed by adjusting the engine. At high
altitudes increased exhaust emissions can also result
due to the increased enrichment of the air fuel ratio.
Other high altitude issues can include hard starting,
increased fuel consumption and spark plug fouling.
To alleviate high altitude issues other than the natural
power loss, Champion Power Equipment can provide a
high altitude carburetor main jet. The alternative main
jet and installation instructions can be obtained by
contacting Customer Support. Installation instructions
are also available in the Technical Bulletin area of the
Champion Power Equipment internet site.
The part number and recommended minimum altitude
for the application of the high altitude carburetor main
jet is listed in the table below.
In order to select the correct high altitude main jet
it is necessary to identify the carburetor model. For
this purpose, a code is stamped on the side of the
carburetor. Select the correct main jet part number
corresponding to the carburetor code found on your
particular carburetor.
Carburetor
Code
Main Jet Part Number Altitude
P19-1-R
Standard 26.131017.00.R
3500 Feet
(1067 Meters) Altitude 26.131017.00.01.R
P19-1-Z
Standard 26.131017.00.Z
Altitude 26.131017.00.01.Z
Stopping the Engine
1. Turn the fuel valve to the “OFF” position.
2. Let the engine run until fuel starvation has stopped
the engine. This usually takes a few minutes.
3. Move the throttle lever to slow position.
4. Press the engine switch to the “OFF” position.
Important: Always ensure that the Fuel Valve and the
Engine Switch are in the “OFF” position when the engine
is not in use.
If the engine will not be used for a period of two (2)
weeks or longer, please see the Storage section for
proper engine and fuel storage.
NOTE