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Champion 100199 — Return to Service after Storage

Maintenance · Generator

For the Champion 100199, from the Champion owner's manual.

Procedure

  1. Make sure utility power to transfer switch is off
  2. Verify engine control module and ATS switches OFF
  3. Check engine oil level, add oil if needed
  4. Recharge batteries to 100% state of charge, replace if won't fully charge
  5. Connect positive battery cable first, then negative
  6. Clean and wipe down generator with mild soap and water
  7. Turn fuel shutoff valve to ON
  8. Turn engine control module to manual, run engine 15 minutes to warm up and pressurize fuel system
  9. Verify no active fault codes
  10. Turn engine control module to OFF
  11. Turn ATS module to AUTO position
  12. Turn on utility power to transfer switch
  13. Turn engine control module to ATS position
  14. Set exercise time

Source: Champion owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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