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How to safely operate a portable generator.

The Portable Generator Manufacturers Association is a great resource for information on how to run your generator safely. This video goes step-by-step through the PGMA's safety tips regarding Carbon…

Updated by Scott Henning

What is the difference between running watts and starting watts?

When using an appliance that has a motor, you will need to compare the running current (amps) with the starting load. For instance a 1 hp capacitor start electric motor typically runs at about 1500 w…

Updated by Scott Henning

Carbon monixide is DANGEROUS.

DISTANCE YOURSELF FROM THE DANGERS OF CARBON MONOXIDE.. As the only safe place to operate a portable generator, taking it outside is absolutely mandatory to keep your family safe from carbon monoxide…

Updated by Scott Henning

How to Choose and Use a Generator

By Steve Maxwell Champion's 2018 Generator eBook contains great lessons about what factors to consider when choosing the right generator. Take a look below: LESSON #1 Choosing the Right Size of Gener…

Updated by Juan Velez

Generator and Inverter Storage

This bulletin covers the following Champion Power Equipment models: All Champion Power Equipment Gasoline and Dual-Fuel Generators and Inverters. Read all the instructions carefully and completely be…

Updated by Juan Velez

Total Harmonic Distortion

Champion portable generators will output an industry standard total harmonic distortion (THD) rating of about 12%-20% depending on load applied. They will produce a sine wave, not a modified or squar…

Updated by Juan Velez

Portable Generator Warranty

Champion Power Equipment 3-Year Limited Warranty. Warranty Qualifications To register your product for warranty and FREE lifetime call center technical support, please visit our product registration…

Updated by Juan Velez

Storm Shield Generator Cover Compatibility.

Model 100376 fits all Champion open frame generators and inverters (except model 100111) ! Champion closed frame inverters will require model 100603 for use during severe weather..

Updated by Juan Velez

Cold/Hard Starting Tip

This bulletin covers the following Champion Power Equipment models with the following engines: 338cc and 389cc. Read instructions carefully and completely before performing service. No tools are requ…

Updated by Juan Velez

Wattage Reference Chart

Wattage Chart See below graphic. Download.

Updated by Juan Velez

Spark Plug Adjustment and Replacement

This bulletin covers the following models: All Champion Power Equipment generators and inverters. Please read and view the instructions carefully and completely before performing the service. SAFETY…

Updated by Juan Velez

Calculating Wattage

How to Calculate Wattage See below graphic. Download.

Updated by Juan Velez

Cleaning and Replacing Your Spark Arrestor

This bulletin covers the following Champion Power Equipment models: Open Frame Generators, Inverters, and Open Frame Inverters. Please read the instructions carefully and completely before performing…

Updated by Juan Velez

How to Drain a Generator's Fuel Tank

This article covers the following models: All Champion Power Equipment Generators and Inverters. Please read and view the instructions carefully and completely before performing service. SAFETY PRECA…

Updated by Juan Velez

Locating, Cleaning, and Replacing Your Dual Fuel Generator's Fuel-Cut Solenoid

This bulletin covers the following models: Champion Dual Fuel generators or inverters. Please read and view the following instructions carefully and completely before performing the service. SAFETY P…

Updated by Juan Velez

Using Your Dual Fuel Propane Quick-Connect Hose

This bulletin covers the following models: All Champion Dual Fuel generators and inverters. Please read and view the following instructions carefully and completely before performing the service. SAF…

Updated by Juan Velez

Connecting Your Battery

This bulletin covers the following models: All electric-start open frame generators and inverters. Please read and view the following instructions carefully and completely before performing service.…

Updated by Juan Velez

Carburetor Cleaning (Generator or Inverter)

This bulletin covers the following models: All Champion Power Equipment open frame portable generators and inverters. Please read and view the instructions carefully and completely before performing…

Updated by Juan Velez

Portable Generator Intelligauge Display

This article will show you how to read your generator's intelligauge. What the meter displays can also be found in the owner's manual. All models shown here are our current listing of portable genera…

Updated by Juan Velez

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