Champion CPG5500E2DF-J, Manual

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Petrol and Petrol Vapours:

– PETROL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE.

– Petrol

 can cause a fire or explosion if ignited.

– Petrol

 is a liquid fuel but it’s vapours can ignite.

– Petrol

 is a skin irritant and needs to be cleaned up 

immediately if spilled on skin or clothes.

– Petrol has a distinctive odour, this will help detect 

potential leaks quickly.

– In any petrol fire, flames should not be extinguished 

unless by doing so the fuel supply valve can be 
turned OFF. This is because if a fire is extinguished 
and a supply of fuel is not turned OFF, then an 
explosion hazard could be created.

– Petrol expands or contracts with ambient 

temperatures. Never fill the petrol tank to full 
capacity, as petrol needs room to expand if 
temperatures rise.

Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG):

– LPG IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE.

– Flammable gas under pressure can cause a fire or 

explosion if ignited.

– LPG is heavier than air and can settle in low places 

while dissipating.

– LPG has a distinctive odour added to help detect 

potential leaks quickly.

– In any petroleum gas fire, flames should not be 

extinguished unless by doing so the fuel supply 
valve can be turned OFF. This is because if a fire is 
extinguished and a supply of fuel is not turned OFF, 
then an explosion hazard could be created.

– When exchanging LPG cylinders, be sure the cylinder 

valve is of the same type.

– Always keep the LPG cylinder in an upright position.

– LPG will burn skin if it comes in contact with it. 

Keep any and all LPG away from skin at all times. 

SAFETy RULES

Fuel Safety

PETROL, PETROL VAPOURS AND LIQUID 
PETROLEUM GAS (LPG) ARE HIGHLY 
FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE. 

Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.  
Unintentional startup can result in entanglement, 
traumatic amputation or laceration.

DANGER

When adding or removing Petrol:

Turn the generator off and let it cool for at least two 
minutes before removing the fuel cap. Loosen the cap 
slowly to relieve pressure in the tank.
Only fill or drain fuel outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
DO NOT pump petrol directly into the generator at the 
petrol station. Use an approved container to transfer the 
fuel to the generator.
DO NOT overfill the fuel tank.
Always keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot 
lights, heat and other sources of ignition.
DO NOT light or smoke cigarettes.

When starting the generator:

DO NOT attempt to start a damaged generator. 
Make certain that the petrol cap, air filter, spark plug, 
fuel lines and exhaust system are properly in place.
Allow spilled fuel to evaporate fully before attempting to 
start the engine.
Make certain that the generator is resting firmly on level 
ground.

When operating the generator:

DO NOT move or tip the generator during operation.
DO NOT tip the generator or allow fuel or oil to spill.

When transporting or servicing the generator:

Make certain that the fuel shutoff valve is in the off 
position and the fuel tank is empty.
Make certain that a LPG cylinder is not attached to 
generator and is securely stowed away.
Disconnect the spark plug wire.

When storing the generator:

Store away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat 
and other sources of ignition.
Do not store generator, petrol or LPG cylinder near 
furnaces, water heaters, or any other appliances that 
produce heat or have automatic ignitions.

Never use a petrol container, LPG connector hose, 
petrol tank, LPG cylinder or any other fuel item that 
is damaged or appears damaged.

WARNING

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