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DANGER: Not intended for use in critical life support application. REV 100136-20160407 DANGER: Generator must be installed and operated outdoors only.
• Frequently Asked Questions • Product Registration – or – Call our Customer Care Team Toll-Free at: 1-877-338-0999 This manual must be used with Champion Power Equipment (CPE) manuals: • Installation Manual, Part No. 101308 • Transfer Switch Manual, Part No. 101111 It is also recommended to refer to the reference materials list on page 16 of the Installation Manual.
Model 100136 INTRODUCTION PARTS INCLUDED Congratulations on your purchase of a Champion Power Equipment (CPE) home standby generator. This generator is Your HSB ships with the following: designed and engineered in the USA to exacting standards of the North American market. This engine-powered generator meets •...
Model 100136 INTRODUCTION GENERAL INFORMATION, NFPA NO. 70, NFPA HANDBOOK OF ELECTRIC CODE National Fire Protection Association STANDARDS AND CODES 470 Atlantic Avenue, Boston, Ma. 02210 The following information related to General Information and Standards was gathered from the list of publications related ARTICLE X, NATIONAL BUILDING CODE to installing the HSB generator.
Model 100136 SAFETY INSTALLATION HAZARDS Explosion hazard WARNING Have only a qualified electrician or installation technician who is familiar with applicable codes, Burn hazard standards and regulations install and service the generator. ALWAYS comply with local, state and national electrical and building codes when installing the generator.
Model 100136 SAFETY ACCIDENTAL STARTING CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARDS WARNING DANGER ALWAYS prevent the generator from Generator exhaust contains carbon starting while the covers are open. monoxide, a colorless, odorless, The generator may crank and start poisonous gas. Breathing carbon at any time without notice. Follow...
Model 100136 SAFETY BURN HAZARDS WARNING WARNING Batteries contain sulfuric acid and generate explosive mixtures of hydrogen and oxygen gases. Keep ALWAYS allow hot surfaces to cool to any device that may cause sparks the touch. Running engines produce or flames away from the battery to heat.
Model 100136 SAFETY SAFETY, SERIAL/MODEL, NAMEPLATE LABEL LOCATIONS The safety labels have specific placement and must be replaced if they are unreadable, damaged or missing. (inner part of cover) A) Serial number location B) Nameplate Part No. 101306 Rev. A...
Model 100136 GENERAL INFORMATION COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION – CONTROL PANEL ENGINE MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER The 52-amp main circuit breaker protects the generator from circuit overload. The main circuit breaker controls total output of the generator. (Figure 3) MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER DISJONCTEUR PRINCIPAL...
Determine what the fault code occur unless the utility power is lost. is and remedy the situation or have the generator serviced by an authorized Service Dealer or contact Champion Customer Service EXERCISE LED at 1-877-338-0999.
Appliances connected to the generator circuit could be damaged from high generator output if the engine is allowed to operate above its preset limit. If this failure occurs, contact an Figure 6 authorized Service Dealer or contact Champion Customer Service at 1-877-338-0999. TEST/AUTO/OFF SWITCH •...
Model 100136 GENERAL INFORMATION SPECIFICATIONS Home standby generator Maximum continuous power, LPG 12.5 kW Maximum continuous power, NG 11 kW Rated voltage 120/240 Amps 104/52 LPG (propane), 91.6/45.8 NG (natural gas) Harmonic distortion Less than 5% Main line circuit breaker...
Model 100136 OPERATION PRE-START CHECKLIST Before operating the generator, review SAFETY section starting on page 7. To make sure the generator is ready for proper operation, the following items should be checked: ENCLOSURE AND ACCESS • Fuel valve is in the ON position Open the enclosure to gain access to the generator and its •...
Model 100136 MAINTENANCE NOTICE NOTICE DO NOT overfill the engine with engine oil. Damage to the Always be environmentally responsible. Consult the local engine may occur. authorities or reclamations facility for proper disposal of engine oil waste. Remove the dipstick. The oil level should be at the FULL mark.
Turn engine control module and ATS control module to the OFF position. Have a authorized Champion Dealer inspect the generator and perform any necessary maintenance. Part No. 101306 Rev. A...
Turn off standby circuits for house, reset fault, place unit back into AUTO and ATS mode. Turn on standby circuits for house. If problem returns contact Champion or Champion service dealer*. Engine high/over temperature shut down. Check all intake and exhaust ventilation around the HSB, remove all debris.
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This will reset fault LED, however if a fault code(s) re-occurs it must be addressed. BATTERY(S) NO OR LOW LEVEL CHARGED, BATTERY(S) DEAD, NEEDS REPLACEMENT, THE EXERCISE TIME MUST BE RESET ONCE THE BATTERY(S) HAVE BEEN DISCONNECTED. *Contact Champion Power Equipment, Technical Service toll free 1-877-338-0999, tech@championpowerequipment.com or your nearest Champion dealer. www.championpowerequipment.com...
They’re properly size the HSB by referring to the sizing guide provided designed to protect against virtually all short-duration by Champion, www.championpowerequipment.com or call voltage fluctuations. Champion 1-877-338-0999. Circuits must be protected by the same size breaker. For example, a 15 amp 120 volt circuit in the ATS will replace a 15 amp 120 volt circuit in the main utility distribution panel.
Model 100136 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CUSTOMER FAMILIARIZATION NOTICE SUMMARY By law it is required in many states to have a Carbon Monoxide (CO) detector in operating condition in your It’s important to educate the home owner on proper home. Carbon Monoxide detector(s) must be installed maintenance, operation and service call procedures.
A Champion approved Transfer Switch is highly recommended to be used in conjunction with the generator • set. If a Non-Champion approved Transfer Switch is substituted for use and directly causes damage to the generator set, no warranty coverage shall apply.
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Failures due, but not limited, to normal wear and tear, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence or improper installation. As with all mechanical devices, the Champion engines need periodic part(s) service and fluid replacement to perform as designed.
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Purchaser/owner also may have other rights that vary from state to state. To obtain warranty service or your nearest Champion Home Standby Dealer call Champion Power Equipment Customer Service toll free 1-877-338-0999, Monday - Friday from 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (PST/PDT).
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United States Environment Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) Emission Control System Warranty Your Champion Power Equipment (CPE) engine complies with U.S. EPA emission regulations. YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS: The US EPA AND CPE are pleased to explain the Federal Emission Control Systems Warranty on your 2016 small off-road engine and engine powered equipment.
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY The following are specific provisions relative to your Emission Control System (ECS) Warranty Coverage. 1. APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to 1997 and later model year small off-road engines. The ECS Warranty Period shall begin on the date the new engine or equipment is delivered to its original, end-use purchaser, and shall continue for 24 consecutive months thereafter.
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You must take your CPE engine or the product on which it is installed, along with your warranty registration card or other proof of original purchase date, at your expense, to any Champion Power Equipment dealer who is authorized by Champion Power Equipment, Inc. to sell and service that CPE product during his normal business hours.
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Champion Power Equipment, Inc (CPE) and Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) Emission Control System Warranty Your Champion Power Equipment (CPE) engine complies with Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) emission regulations. YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS: CPE is pleased to explain the Emission Control Systems Warranty on your 2016 small off-road engine.
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY The following are specific provisions relative to your Emission Control System Warranty Coverage. Emission Control System Warranty (ECS Warranty): 1. APPLICABILITY: The ECS Warranty Period shall begin on the date the new engine or equipment is delivered to its original, end-use purchaser, and shall continue for 24 consecutive months thereafter.
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You must take your CPE engine or the product on which it is installed, along with your warranty registration card or other proof of original purchase date, at your expense, to any Champion Power Equipment dealer who is authorized by Champion Power Equipment, Inc. to sell and service that CPE product during his normal business hours.
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