[100% Working] Champion Generator Electric Start Not Working

Generators, especially the ones intended for home use, are designed to provide you with emergency power. However, if it fails to quick start, which it does via electric start during a moment of emergency, the situation can be quite frustrating, to say the least.

So, if your Champion generator’s electricity starts not working, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll explain when it doesn’t work and how to fix it.

Most of the time, the electric start fails due to a dirty or worn-out plug connection. But that’s not all. Let’s see what else can cause this.

How to Fix Champion Generator When Electric Start is Not Working

Here’s how you can fix your Champion generator if it fails to start via the electric starter.

1. Check the Spark Plug

A spark plug is responsible for providing the spark that is necessary for the electric start. Over time, it gets dirty with carbon buildup. A dirty spark plug will prevent your generator from starting. To solve it, replace the spark plug with a new one. If for some reason, that’s not an option for you, try cleaning the spark plug with a hard-wired brush.

You should also check the spark plug wire. If it’s worn out, replace it too.

2. Check the Batteries

The spark plug takes the necessary current to provide the ignition from the battery. Regardless of your specific model, there is a battery somewhere in your Champion generator. Check for battery power level. However, that’s not an option if your Champion model doesn’t have a battery level indicator. Regardless, you should remove the battery and charge it with a stand-alone battery charger. However, for batteries older than a few years, it is always recommended to replace them.

3. Check the Air Filter

The air filter lets air inside your Champion generator. A dirty or blocked filter will stop it from starting both electrically and manually. Remove the filter, and check your generator manual if you can’t seem to locate it. After removal, clean your filter and reassemble it. Replace it if possible.

4. Check the Oil

Did you know that you should change the oil in your Champion generator after 50 hours of operating? According to their official instruction, you should also check the oil level every 8 hours when the generator is running. Used-up oil accumulates engine debris and clogs up the engine, preventing it from starting. So, if the battery and the spark plug are ok, you should look into changing the oil.

5. Check for Gas

We saved the obvious one for the last. Check if there’s enough gas inside. Also, if your particular Champion generator runs on natural gas, check if the supply line is ok and if there’s gas inside the supply line.

Preventive Measures to Keep the Electric Stark Ok

With proper maintenance, your Champion generator electric starter should continue to function for years. Always change the air filters and spark plugs after every 100 hours of operation. When you are not using it regularly, run it for a few minutes every 30 days. And drain your generator out of gas when putting it away for a long time.

Frequently Asked Questions And Answers

What is EZ start on the Champion generator?

It’s a technology used by Champion to help with electric start. Especially for cold starts.

Why does my Champion generator run but not produce electricity?

The most probable cause is that your generator has lost its in-built magnetic abilities. This may happen when you have not used it for too long.

Why won’t my portable generator start?

Portable generators are built on the same principle and run on the same mechanism. So, check for the troubleshooting mentioned above.

Why does my generator start and then stop immediately?

This happens when the oil level inside the engine is too high or very low. Adjust your oil level appropriately.

Final Thoughts

Electrical start on generators, in all engines in fact, depends on the electronic components like the battery, spark plug, etc. So, check those components when you are facing difficulties with the electric start. Remember to do maintenance in a proper and timely manner. We hope this article helped you in solving the problem. Thanks for reading.