Champion Power Equipment 40710 - Manual (Page 11)

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40710 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. Carefully cut each corner of the box from top to
bottom. Fold each side flat on the ground.
1. Place the generator on a flat, level surface.
2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick to add oil.
3. Add 0.6 qt. (0.6 L) of oil and replace oil fill cap/
dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL.
4. Check engine oil level daily and add as needed.
The recommended oil type is 10W-30 automotive oil.
NOTE
The engine is equipped with a low oil shut-off and
will stop when the oil level in the crankcase falls
below the threshold level.
CAUTION
Add Engine Oil
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
2,/
Add Engine Oil Cont’d.
Check oil often during the break-in period. Refer to the
Maintenance section for recommended service intervals.
NOTE
The generator rotor has a sealed, pre-lubricated ball
bearing that requires no additional lubrication for
the life of the bearing.
NOTE