Champion 73552i Owner's Manual And Operating Instructions

Champion 73552i Owner's Manual And Operating Instructions

2000 peak watts / 1600 running watts

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73552i
Rev 73552i-20100621
www.championpowerequipment.com
10006 Santa Fe Springs Road
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 USA
Made in China
Owner's Manual and Operating Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Important Safety
Instructions are included in
this manual
2000 Peak Watts / 1600 Running Watts
PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR

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  • Page 1 73552i Rev 73552i-20100621 www.championpowerequipment.com 10006 Santa Fe Springs Road Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 USA Made in China Owner’s Manual and Operating Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Important Safety Instructions are included in this manual 2000 Peak Watts / 1600 Running Watts...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ........1 Storage ..........16 Specifications ........17 Portable Power Generator ......1 Accessories ..........1 Engine Specifications .......17 This Booklet ..........1 Generator Specifications ......17 Manual Conventions ......2 Fuel ............17 Safety Rules ........3 Oil ..............17 Controls and Features ......
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction Accessories Champion Power Equipment manufactures Congratulations on your purchase of a and sells accessories designed to help you Champion Power Equipment inverter get the most from your purchase. To find out generator. CPE designs and builds more about our covers, power cables and generators to strict specifications.
  • Page 6: Manual Conventions

    NOTE If you have questions regarding your generator, WARNING we can help. Please call our help line at 1-877- 338-0999. WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous could situation which, if not avoided, result in death or serious injury. Rev 73552i-20100621 E...
  • Page 7: Safety Rules

    Maintain at least three feet of clearance on all sides to ensure adequate cooling. DANGER Maintain at least five feet of clearance from combustible materials. Rotating parts can entangle hands, feet, hair, clothing and/or accessories. Traumatic amputation or severe laceration can result. Rev 73552i-20100621 E...
  • Page 8 DO NOT allow any material to block the cooling slots. If connected devices overheat, turn them off and disconnect them from the generator. DO NOT use the generator if: Electrical output is lost Equipment sparks, smokes or emits flames Equipment vibrates excessively Rev 73552i-20100621 E...
  • Page 9: Controls And Features

    (2) Fuel Lever Vent – Turn this valve to (7) Recoil Starter – Used to start the the “On” position to supply air to the tank. engine (3) Fuel Cap – Remove to add fuel (4) Spark plug access cap (5) Muffler Rev 73552i-20100621 E...
  • Page 10: Power Panel

    (5) Engine Switch (12) Choke Knob (6) Fuel Valve Knob * These outlets are used for connecting two Champion model 73552i generators for parallel operation (see page 12). A Champion model 73500i cable kit (optional equipment) is required for parallel operation.
  • Page 11: Parts Included

    Controls and Features Parts Included Your 73552i Gasoline Powered Inverter Generator ships with the following parts: Oil Funnel 1 piece Spark Plug Socket 1 piece Rev 73552i-20100621 E...
  • Page 12: Assembly

    Place the generator on a flat, level surface. 2. Loosen the cover screw and remove the maintenance cover. 3. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick to add oil. Rev 73552i-20100621 E...
  • Page 13: Add Fuel

    DO NOT fill fuel tank indoors. DO NOT fill fuel tank when the engine is running or hot. DO NOT overfill the fuel tank. DO NOT light cigarettes or smoke when filling the fuel tank. Rev 73552i-20100621 E...
  • Page 14: Operation

    If the engine starts but does not run, make certain that the generator is on a flat, level surface. The engine is equipped with a low oil sensor that will prevent the engine from running when the oil level falls below a critical threshold. Rev 73552i-20100621 E...
  • Page 15: Economy Control Switch

    5. Plug in and turn on the next item. generator. 6. Allow the engine to stabilize. 3. Turn the engine switch/fuel valve to the 7. Repeat steps 5-6 for each additional “Off” position. item 4. Turn the fuel cap lever vent to the “Off” position. Rev 73552i-20100621 E...
  • Page 16: Overload Operation

    The values in the following table seconds, and restart the generator. are approximate. Refer to your tool or appliance for actual wattage consumption. Parallel Operation Two Champion model 73552i generators can Typical Typical be operated in parallel to increase the total Item...
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    11. Reinstall the spark plug access cap, and Loosen the cover screw and remove the maintenance cover. maintenance cover. 2. Remove the oil filler cap. 3. Tilt the generator on its side and allow the oil to drain completely. Rev 73552i-20100621 E...
  • Page 18: Air Filter

    The air-fuel mixture is not adjustable. Tampering with the throttle control can damage your generator and your electrical devices and will void your warranty. CPE recommends that you contact our service line at 1-877-338-0999 for all other service and/or adjustment needs. Rev 73552i-20100621 E...
  • Page 19: Maintenance Schedule

    Service your generator more frequently when operating in adverse conditions. Contact our help line at 1-877-338-0999 to locate the nearest Champion Power Equipment certified service dealer for your generator or engine maintenance needs. Every 8 hours or daily...
  • Page 20: Storage

    6. Change the engine oil. 7. Remove the spark plug and pour about a tablespoon of oil into the cylinder. Crank the engine slowly to distribute the oil and lubricate the cylinder. 8. Reattach the spark plug. Rev 73552i-20100621 E...
  • Page 21: Specifications

    0.7mm (0.024 - 0.028 in.). Fuel Valve Clearance Fuel capacity is 1.0 gallon (3.8 L). Use regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum Intake 0.1mm (0.004 in.) octane rating of 85. Exhaust 0.1mm (0.004 in.) Oil capacity is 0.42 qt (0.4 L). Rev 73552i-20100621 E...
  • Page 22: Parts Diagram

    Specifications Parts Diagram Rev 73552i-20100621 E...
  • Page 23: Parts List

    CONTROL PANEL 0902.126000.00 IGNITION ASSEMBLY 0902.210200.00 MAGNET RING ASSEMBLY 0902.211001.00 CONTROL PANEL BOX 0902.061200.00 GUIDE.ROPE HANDLE 02.006003.00 NUT M6 0902.200100.00 FRONT COVER ASSEMBLY 0902.200200.00 LEFT SIDE COVER ASSEMBLY 149.000000.A3 ENGINE 0902.070400.00 FUEL COCK COMP. 0902.071000.00 FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY Rev 73552i-20100621 E...
  • Page 24 0902.070300.00 FUEL FILTER COMP. 0902.200402.00 MAINTENANCE COVER GB818 M6×14 03 SCREW M6×14 0902.200502.00 FUEL GUIDE PLATE 0902.200503.00 SEAL,PLUG CAP 0902.070100.00 FUEL TANK CAP COMP. GB5287 6 03 FLAT WASHERΦ6 0902.200700.00 HOLDER ASSEMBLY 0902.200501.00 COVER,TOP ST02FD-05010703 BOLT M5×13 Rev 73552i-20100621 E...
  • Page 25: Engine Parts Diagram

    Specifications Engine Parts Diagram Rev 73552i-20100621 E...
  • Page 26 Specifications Rev 73552i-20100621 E...
  • Page 27: Engine Parts List

    PISTON RING SET 0902.050005.00 PISTON 0902.040100.00 CAMSHAFT COMP. 0902.040013.00 VALVE TAPPET 0902.040005.00 PUSH ROD E6RTC SPARK PLUG 01.606002.00 EXHAUST BOLT GB845 ST4.8X17 TAPPING SCREW ST4.8X17 0902.081300.00 MUFF. PROTECTOR ASSY. RH MUFF. PROTECTOR 0902.081200.00 ASSY.MIDDLE GB6175 M6 03 NUT M6 Rev 73552i-20100621 E...
  • Page 28 0902.040012.00 SCREW,VALVE ADJUSTING 0902.040009.00 ARM,VALVE ROCKER 0902.040016.00 SHAFT,SCREW ROCKER CT166FD-1040003 LOCK CLIP. VALVE CT166FD-1040004 RET.,VALVE SPRING 0902.040017.00 OIL SEAL,VALVE CT166FD-1040005 SPRING,VALVE 0902.040002.00 VALVE,INTAKE 0902.040006.00 VALVE,EXHAUST 0902.030001.00 OIL FILLER CAP ASSY GB5789 M6X8 BOLT M6X8 0902.030035.00 OIL NOZZLE Rev 73552i-20100621 E...
  • Page 29: Wiring Diagram

    Specifications Wiring Diagram Rev 73552i-20100621 E...
  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    Loose wiring Inspect and tighten wiring connections Other Contact the help line. Engine governor defective Contact the help line Repeated circuit breaker tripping Faulty cords or device Check for damaged, bare or frayed wires. Replace defective device Rev 73552i-20100621 E...
  • Page 31: Warranty

    Wear items such as filter elements, o-rings, etc. Warranty Qualifications Accessory parts such as starting batteries, and Champion Power Equipment (CPE) will register storage covers. this warranty upon receipt of your Warranty Failures to due acts of God and other force Registration Card and a copy of your sales receipt majeure events beyond the manufacturer’s...

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