REV 73538i-20110622
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73538i
ENGLISH
Parallel Operation
Two Champion model 73538i generators can be
operated in parallel to increase the total available
electrical power to 3000 watts . A Champion model
73500i parallel kit (optional equipment) is required
for parallel operation . For kit availability, call Customer
Service at 1 (877) 338-0999 or visit:
www .championpowerequipment .com .
Detailed instructions for parallel kit installation and
operation of the connected generators are provided
in the parallel kit Owner’s Manual and Operating
Instructions . Please note the following important
requirements:
1 . The two generators may be stacked one on top of the
other by aligning the lower pads and upper pockets
at each corner of the generators .
2 . Disconnect or turn off all electrical loads from both
generators .
3 . The ECON switch must be in the same position on
both generators .
4 . Before starting the engines, connect the AC power
outlet cables, the control cables and the ground
cables to both generators . Follow the instructions
supplied with the parallel kit .
5 . Do not disconnect any cables after the engines have
been started .
6 . Start both engines and observe the green output
indicator light on both generator panels .
7 . Connect and turn on the electrical devices .
8 . Follow the instructions on the previous page for
turning off the generators .
The total electrical load must not exceed 3000 watts .
NOTE
Wattage Reference Chart
Use the chart to determine approximate wattage
requirements for your equipment .
Item
Running
Watts (A)
Starting
Watts (B)
Essentials
Light Bulb 100W
100
Refrigerator/Freezer
1200
2400
Freezer
500
500
Sump Pump
600
1800
Well Pump 1 HP
2000
4000
Water Heater
4000
Security System
180
AM/FM Radio
300
Garage Door Opener 1/2 HP
500
600
Battery Charger 12V DC
110
Heating/Cooling
Air Conditioner 12000 BTU
1700
2500
Fan
300
600
Furnace Fan 1/3 HP
1200
2000
Home Appliances
Microwave 1000W
1000
Electric Range - One Element
1500
Electric Skillet
1250
Coffee Maker
1500
Clothes Washer
1200
Entertainment
CD/DVD Player / VCR
100
Stereo Receiver
450
Television 27”
500
PC with 15” Monitor
800
Job Site
Belt Sander 3”
1000
1500
Bench Grinder 6”
700
1500
Circular Saw
1500
1500
Compressor 1 1/2 HP
2500
2500
Edge Trimmer
500
500
Hand Drill 1/2”
1000
1000
Lawn Mower
1200
1800
Paint Sprayer
600
1200
Table Saw
2000
2000
Exceeding specified load capacity can result in
damage to the generator .
To determine total wattage necessary to power
a device,
ADD Running Watts to Starting Watts.
(A+B) . 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 .
CAuTION
OPERATION
