CHAMPION 201083 Dual Fuel Gas Propane Generator Instruction Manual

CHAMPION 201083 Dual Fuel Gas Propane Generator

Product Information

Model: 201083 8500W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START GENERATOR

Specifications

• Power Output: 8500W
• Fuel Type: Gasoline or Propane (LPG)
• Electric Start
• Battery Included
• Recommended Engine Oil: 10W-30
• Fuel Capacity: Up to 37.2 fl. oz. (1100 ml)

Product Usage Instructions

Set-Up

1. Attach the wheel kit. Follow the instructions in the Assembly section titled “Install Wheel Kit”.
2. Connect the battery. Cut the cable tie on each side of the battery connector and push the two halves of the battery connector together tightly. Refer to the Assembly section titled “Connect the Battery”.
3. Add engine oil. Use 10W-30 oil and add up to 37.2 fl. oz. (1100 ml) of oil to the engine. Do not overfill. See the Assembly section titled “Add Engine Oil”.
4. Move the generator outdoors. Ensure that the generator is placed outside and far away from windows, doors, and vents.
5. Add fuel – gasoline or propane (LPG). Follow the instructions in the Assembly section titled “Add Fuel”. Note: Do not use E15 or E85 gasoline.

Start-Up

1. Never start or stop the generator with electrical devices connected or turned on.
2. Select the fuel type. For gasoline operation, turn the fuel select dial to the GASOLINE RUN position. For propane operation, turn the fuel select dial to the PROPANE RUN position. Refer to the Operation section titled “Starting the Engine”.

Starting the Engine: Gasoline

1. 1. Electric Start:

   1. Press and hold the ignition switch to the START position.
   2. Move the choke lever to the RUN position.
2. Manual Start:
3. Pull the starter cord.
4. Move the choke lever to the RUN position.

Starting the Engine: Propane (LPG)

• * Electric Start:

  1. Open the propane tank valve.
  2. Press the ignition switch to the START position for 2-3 seconds.
  3. Move the choke lever to the RUN position.
  4. Press and hold the ignition switch to the START position.
  5. If the engine does not start, wait 10 seconds, then repeat step 3
  • Manual Start:
  1. Open the propane tank valve.
  2. Pull the starter cord 2-3 times until you feel some combustion pulses.
  3. Move the choke lever to the RUN position.
  4. Pull the starter cord.

FAQ

Q: Can I use E15 or E85 gasoline?

A: No, do not use E15 or E85 gasoline for operation.

PARTS INCLUDED

DANGER

MOVE GENERATOR OUTDOORS
Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is a poison you cannot see or smell.

• NEVER use inside a home or garage, EVEN IF doors and windows are open.
• ONLY use OUTSIDE and far away from windows, doors, and vents

WARNING

Read the ENTIRE operator’s manual to become familiar with the features of this product before operation. This QuickStart Guide IS NOT a substitute for the Operator’s Manual. Failure to operate the product correctly could result in damage to the product, or personal property or cause serious injury or death.

NOTICE

Keep all objects at least 5 feet (1.5 m) from the generator. Heat from the muffler and exhaust gas can ignite combustible materials

Installation Instructions

SET UP

Attach wheel kit. Assembly > Install Wheel Kit

Connect the battery. Assembly > Connect the Battery.
Cut cable tie on each side of the battery connector. Push two halves of the battery connector together tightly

Add oil. Assembly > Add Engine Oil.
Recommended: 10W-30, up to 37.2 fl. oz. (1100 ml) DO NOT overfill

Move the generator outdoors.

STARTUP

Add fuel – Gasoline or Propane (LPG) Assembly > Add Fuel

DO NOT plug in any electrical devices.

Select Fuel. Operation > Starting the Engine.

• Gasoline: Turn the fuel select dial to the “GASOLINE RUN” position.
• Propane: Turn the fuel select dial to the “PROPANE RUN” position

Move the choke lever to the “CHOKE” position

Starting the Engine: Gasoline

Electric Start

1. Press and hold the ignition switch to the “START” position.
2. Move the choke lever to the “RUN” position

Manual Start

1. Pull the starter cord.
2. Move the choke lever to the “RUN” position

Starting the Engine: Propane (LPG

Electric Start

1. Open the propane tank valve.
2. Press the ignition switch to the “START” position for 2-3 seconds.
3. Move the choke lever to the “RUN” position.
4. Press and hold the ignition switch to the “START” position.
5. If the engine does not start, wait 10 seconds, then repeat step 3.

Manual Start

1. Open the propane tank valve
2. Pull the starter cord 2-3 times until you feel some combustion pulses.
3. Move the choke lever to the “RUN” position.
4. Pull the starter cord

Plug in. Operation > Connecting Electrical Loads

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