Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Portable Generator Basics

What kind of oil is needed for my generator?

It is recommended to use standard 10W-30 motor oil. For colder climates beneath 20° F, it is advised to use 5W-30. You can also reference your owner’s manual under “Specifications” for more information

Is there a specific type of gasoline I should use for my unit?

Use unleaded gasoline with an ethanol content of 10% or less. This means you should avoid Flex Fuels or E85 gasoline as it contains higher amounts of ethanol.

For my dual fuel generator or inverter, what size propane bottle should I use?

We recommend using 20-40-lb. propane tanks.

Can you tell me about the break-in period?

The first five hours of usage we call the break-in period. The purpose of the break-in period is to seat the rings of the piston. During the break in period stay at or below 50% of the running watt rating and vary the load occasionally to allow stator windings to heat and cool. As with all new engines, the piston rings and cylinder need to be broken in.

This is important for the newly manufactured cylinder wall and rings to seat themselves. It is not necessary to run the generator for five hours straight to do the break-in period. The generator can run for five hours over any period up until they reach those five hours.

How long can I run my generator for?

The machine can run for as long as it has fuel in it or supplied to, only shutting down momentarily to cool the machine for refueling.

I do not want to use gasoline to run my unit, can I use propane or natural gas?

Unfortunately, your machine will not operate using natural or gas propane. It is designed to run on gasoline only. We cannot recommend or encourage the modification of the generator in this fashion as it will void your emissions warranty. We have dual fuel units and a tri-fuel pre-configured generator to consider for purchase.

I have an inverter; can I parallel it with another?

You can parallel your inverter with any other Champion inverter that has the same black- and red-squared syncing ports. You can use our Parallel Kit Selector Tool to help you determine the best kit for pairing two inverters.

My generator is noisy, can I quiet it somehow?

We do not recommend modifying or adding any kind of silencing mufflers to the already-existing exhaust system; doing so will be done at your own risk and will void your warranty.

Am I able to add a remote- or electric-start feature to my generator?

You cannot add a remote- or electric-start feature to any of our products that do not come equipped already with such features. We are sorry about that.

I’m ready to store my unit, what’s the best way to do this?

Please refer to your owner’s manual under “Storage” or visit our Help Center.

Where can I get a manual for my product?

You can view, download, and print an owner's manual from our Product Manuals page.

Q & A For Each Model

GM2000i Spark Problem Checking
What chemistry battery does the GM3500iAED have?

The battery used in our GM3500iAE is a lithium ion battery, its electrode material is LiFeO4, and its electrolyte state is liquid.

GM3500iAED- Remote control Key not working

Please follow below steps:

First, press the button for a little longer, preferably for more than 1 second. 

Second, if the remote control still cannot control the flame-out. Try to re-pairing the remote control. 

Pairing method: Press and hold the one-key start button on the panel for more than 5 seconds, until the green light on the button is always on, then press the remote control button "on" or "off" until the light is off. Then the repairing is successfully.  (On our user manual also has this repairing method. )

If repairing still not working, need to change the remote control key. 

GM3500iAED - How To Connect The Battery Cable
GM6000iED  Choke stepper motor maintenance operation instructions
GM6000iED Battery connection and charging
GM6000IED CO Sensor Maintenance Steps
GM6000iED -Changing generator from bonded neutral to floating

It's bonded. Can be change to floatting.

Pls follow below.

The highlighted yelow and green wire which in between the white wire and grounding, need to be removed.

 

GM9000iED Cancellation of Bonded Neutral Grounding Instructions
Disconnecting the Neutral Bond to Frame

Warranty & Registration

How do I register my new or existing product?

You can easily register your product by visiting our Product Registration page.

Where do I find my serial number?

The serial number can usually be found on a silver or white sticker along the frame of the product or on the cover page of the owner’s manual – visual example.

How long is my portable generator’s warranty?

Our portable generators come with a one-year limited warranty for recreational use from the purchase date that includes parts and labor.

What does the warranty include?

Please refer to our warranty specifications.

How do I find a product on your site?

To search a product on our site, select “Products” from the choices at the top and search by product category or you can enter a specific model number in the search bar at the top, right corner.

Others

Can I exchange an item?

We do accept exchanges and they follow the same conditions as returns. - The item must have been sold on our online store - The item shouldn't have been used in any way - The item should have in its original packaging with all the tags etc. - The return or exchange request is made within 30 days of delivery. To request an exchange, please submit your request via "contact us" form. ur support staff shall respond as soon as possible.

How do I cancel my order?

If you wish to cancel your order, you can send an email or call customer support.

Can I change my delivery address after I have placed my order?

If your order has not been shipped yet, then we can deliver to a different address as per your request. To know further, you can contact us through 'contact us' form.

Where can I purchase parts?

You can find the parts through 'accessories' form.