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Champion 41537 — Starting the Engine

Operation · Engine starter

For the Champion 41537, from the Champion owner's manual.

Before you start

  • Never start with electrical loads plugged in

Procedure

  1. Ensure generator is on flat, level surface
  2. Disconnect all electrical loads
  3. Turn fuel valve to ON position
  4. Flip ignition switch to ON
  5. Move choke lever to CHOKE position
  6. For electric start: press and hold ignition switch to START, release when engine rolls over
  7. For recoil start: pull starter cord slowly until resistance, then pull rapidly
  8. Move choke to RUN position after engine starts

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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