Champion Power Equipment 40008, Owner'S Manual And Operating Instructions

Maintenance 

Rev 40008-20070531

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Maintenance 

The owner/operator is responsible for all 

periodic maintenance.  

 WARNING 

Never operate a damaged or defective generator. 
 

 WARNING 

Tampering with the factory set governor will void 
your warranty. 
 

 WARNING 

Improper maintenance will void your warranty. 
 

Complete all scheduled maintenance in a 
timely manner. Correct any issue before 

operating the generator.  
 

  NOTE 

For service or parts assistance, contact our help 
line at 1-877-338-0999. 
 

Engine Maintenance 

To prevent accidental starting, remove and 
ground spark plug wire before performing 

any service. 

Oil 

Change oil when the engine is warm. Refer 

to the oil specification to select the proper 

grade of oil for your operating environment. 
1.

Remove the oil drain plug with a 15 mm 

socket and extension. 

2.

Allow the oil to drain completely. 

3.

Replace the drain plug. 

4.

Remove oil fill cap/dipstick to add oil. 

5.

Add 0.63 qt (0.6 L) of oil and replace oil 

fill cap/dipstick. 

6.

Dispose of used oil at an approved waste 

management facility. 

Spark Plugs 

1.

Remove the spark plug cable from the 

spark plug. 

2.

Use the spark plug tool that shipped 

with your generator to remove the plug. 

3.

Inspect the electrode on the plug. It 
must be clean and not worn to produce 

the spark required for ignition. 

4.

Make certain the spark plug gap is 0.7 - 
0.8mm (0.028 - 0.031 in.). 

5.

Refer to the spark plug recommendation 

chart when replacing the plug. 

6.

Carefully thread the plug into the 

engine. 

7.

Use the spark plug tool to firmly install 

the plug. 

8.

Attach the spark plug wire to the plug. 

Air Filter 

1.

Remove the snap-on cover holding the 

air filter to the assembly. 

2.

Remove the foam element.  

3.

Wash in liquid detergent and water. 

Squeeze thoroughly dry in a clean cloth. 

4.

Saturate in clean engine oil.  

5.

Squeeze in a clean, absorbent cloth to 

remove all excess oil. 

6.

Place the filter in the assembly. 

7.

Reattach the air filter cover and snap in 
place.