Champion 3500 E2 DF Bedienungsanleitung Seite 16

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
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.
NOTE
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emission
control devices and systems may be performed
by any non-road engine repair establishment or
individual.
Complete all scheduled maintenance in a timely manner.
Correct any issue before operating the generator.
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 (not included).
2. Allow the oil to drain completely.
3. Replace the drain plug.
4. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick to add oil.
5. Add oil and replace oil fill
cap/dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL.
6. Dispose of used oil at an approved waste
management facility.
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Oil Cont'd.
NOTE
Once oil has been added, a visual check should show
oil about 1-2 threads from running out of the fill hole.
If using the dipstick to check oil level, DO NOT screw
in the dipstick while checking.
Spark Plugs
1. Remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug.
2. Use a spark socket (not included) 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 - 0.8 mm or
(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 a spark plug socket (not included) to firmly
install the plug.
8. Attach the spark plug wire to the plug.
OEM spark plug: F6RTC
Replacement spark plug: NGK BPR6ES or equivalent
Make certain the *spark plug gap is 0.7 - 0.8 mm or
(0.028 - 0.031 in.).
Maintenance Valve Clearance
- Intake: 0.13 - 0.17 mm (0.005 - 0.007 in.)
- Exhaust: 0.18 - 0.22 mm (0.007 - 0.009 in.)
Note: Tech bulletin regarding the valve adjustment
procedure is on www.championpowerequipment.com
0.7 - 0.8 mm
0.028 - 0.031 in.