Breaking in a Generator the right way: Champion 4500 watt Inverter

Before using any generator regardless of Inverter technology or traditional generators please read the manufactures label in how to break in a generator. Then put your generator away after break in with new oil in the engine so your ready for the first emergency use/electrical needs.
Here is a video showing how this 4500w inverter generator did while using it on our 2023 Grand Design 324MBS 5th wheel.
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[@GunnarsGames]

I’m more impressed you were able to find a 10 mm socket.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

😂

[@dalenees2018]

Get a set of 3/8 inch drive metric sockets. Will use more than you think

[@habh8r77]

Just about to start my break in…nice to see a knowledgeable tutorial

[@g_dub]

Great vid, valuable info from a seasoned vet. Thank you

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Glad it was helpful! I appreciate the comment! Good day!

[@no1but24]

I’m in the process now of breaking mine in to, I have 4 hours on it hoping to get the last hour on it this weekend, so I’ll be all set to back feed when the time comes, Never going another 4 days without heat ever again.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for watching!

[@stoneycarter5546]

Should have used a non synthetic oil to break in, then put synthetic oil in after break in so the rings can seat just saying.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

That is a good option too!

[@Allen-yv3ue]

Good pointers - Thanks

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Glad it was helpful!

[@GJAndy]

We'll done and thanks for sharing this.. I just bought one of these generators and waiting for it to be delivered.. An excellent video.. Have a good day...

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thank you for watching, and Im glad it helped. That is what this channel is all about. Have a great day!

[@ps429]

I usually put the oil funnel into the empty oil bottle and let any residual oil drain into the bottle.

[@robertscherer6343]

Get a magnetic dipstick too.

[@Ivansgarage]

What is that E-Bike, looks like it has a good size motor.... Good video on the genny....

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for watching! Its a little kid one, I am not sure the model!

[@kbar6304]

Is there much difference between this 4500 and the newer 4650?

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

About 150! Haha I don’t know, great question. I am not familiar with that model. Champion makes decent stuff though.

[@bobbyb7127]

This one at HD is $899. the other inverter one w/o wheels is $654, $269 cheaper. they are both Champion 4500-Watt Dual Fuel Inverter Generators. Do you know if the cheaper one w/o wheels is as quiet? and are they basically the same?

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Great question, I don’t know if it is quieter. I would look at the specifications for noise and try to compare the decibel meter reading couldn’t imagine having one though without wheels. It would be pretty hard to move around.

[@bobbyb7127]

@@CTECH-REVIEW Good points, I will look at the specs and I think I have a dolly I could put it on. But I'm still undecided on which one to get. Probably the one in stock is the one I'll get. LOL

[@wildbill9755]

well. your generator tag calls for 10W-30 not the 5w-30 you replaced it with. O.o

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Changed out since then! 5w is a little better in cold weather, but once engine is warm no difference in viscosity between a 5w30 and a 10w30.