The 3500-Watt Generator puts out 3,500 W continuously and up to 4,000 W for a few seconds when a motor starts. It weighs 107.8 lb48.9 kg. It takes 0.6 qt0.6 L of engine oil, and the source recommends 10W-30. The spark plug is NHSP F6RTC (replacement NGK BPR6ES), gap 0.028–0.031 in (0.7–0.8 mm).
Specifications
Units: /| Power | |
|---|---|
| Running output | 3,500 W 1 |
| Starting output | 4,000 W 1 |
| Voltage | 120 V 1 |
| Engine | |
| Engine | Champion YF168FD-2-010, 4-stroke OHV 1 |
| Displacement | 196 cc 1 |
| Starting | Recoil 1 |
| Fuel and run time | |
| Tank | 3.8 gal14.4 L 1 |
| Size and noise | |
| Weight | 107.8 lb48.9 kg 1Net weight. |
| Length × width × height | 26.3 × 23.2 × 22.4 in66.7 × 59 × 57 cm 1 |
| Outlets | |
| Outlets | 1 × 120 V 30 A twist-lock (L5-30R) 1 × 120 V 30 A RV (TT-30R) 1 × 120 V 20 A (5-20R) |
Oil, spark plug and service
What to have on the bench before an oil change or tune-up.
| Oil capacity | 0.6 qt0.6 L 1Champion prints both "0.6 qt" and "0.6 L"; they're not quite the same amount. Don't overfill. |
| Oil type | 10W-30 1 |
| Spark plug | NHSP F6RTC (replacement NGK BPR6ES), gap 0.028–0.031 in (0.7–0.8 mm) 1 |
| Change oil every | After the first 5 hours, then every 100 hours or every season 1 |
Parts
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|---|---|
| Air filter | Amazon · eBay |
| Spark plug | Amazon · eBay |
| Carburetor | Amazon · eBay |
| Recoil starter | Amazon · eBay |
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Model numbers
This page covers model number 46597. Brands often sell the same name under several numbers with small differences, so check the label on the frame.
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Questions people ask
How much oil does the Champion 46597 3500-Watt Generator take?
0.6 qt0.6 L. Oil type: 10W-30. Oil change: After the first 5 hours, then every 100 hours or every season.
What spark plug does the Champion 46597 3500-Watt Generator use?
NHSP F6RTC (replacement NGK BPR6ES), gap 0.028–0.031 in (0.7–0.8 mm), according to the source. Check the plug in your unit before you buy a replacement.
How much does the Champion 46597 3500-Watt Generator weigh?
107.8 lb48.9 kg. Net weight.
What's the difference between 3,500 W and 4,000 W?
3,500 W is what it can supply continuously. 4,000 W is a short burst for the moment a motor (a fridge, a pump, an AC unit) starts up.
Sources
- Champion 46597 operator's manual. Owner's manual, accessed November 11, 2026.
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