READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL. This manual contains important safety precautions which should be read and understood before operating the product.
Failure to do so could result in serious injury. This manual should remain with the product.
Specifications, descriptions and illustrations in this manual are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice.
This product is rated in accordance with PGMA (Portable Generator Manufacturers' Association) standard PGMA G300 (Standard for Testing and Validating
Performance of Portable Generators).
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1200W PORTABLE GENERATOR
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Specifications, descriptions and illustrations in this manual are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice. This product is rated in accordance with PGMA (Portable Generator Manufacturers’ Association) standard PGMA G300 (Standard for Testing and Validating Performance of Portable Generators). Made in China - REV 20170825 Champion Power Equipment, Inc., Santa Fe Springs, CA USA...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 100403 - 1200W PORTABLE GENERATOR TABLE OF CONTENTS Storage ............
100403 - 1200W PORTABLE GENERATOR INTRODUCTION SAFETY DEFINITIONS Congratulations on your purchase of a Champion Power The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to Equipment (CPE) product. CPE designs, builds, and supports possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, all of our products to strict specifications and guidelines.
Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. DO NOT use electrical cords that are worn, damaged or Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is a frayed. Use Champion electrical cords only for proper poison you cannot see or smell. application.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 100403 - 1200W PORTABLE GENERATOR WARNING CAUTION Running engines produce heat. Severe burns can occur on Improper treatment or use of the generator can damage it, contact. Combustible material can catch fire on contact. shorten its life and void your warranty.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 100403 - 1200W PORTABLE GENERATOR Fuel Safety DO NOT pump gasoline directly into the generator at the gas station. Use an approved container to transfer the fuel to the generator. DANGER DO NOT overfill the gasoline tank.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 100403 - 1200W PORTABLE GENERATOR Safety Symbols Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to more safely operate the product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 100403 - 1200W PORTABLE GENERATOR Operation Symbols Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to more safely operate the product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 100403 - 1200W PORTABLE GENERATOR Safety Labels These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read them carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact Technical Support Team for possible replacement.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES 100403 - 1200W PORTABLE GENERATOR CONTROLS AND FEATURES Read this operator’s manual before operating your generator. Familiarize yourself with the location and function of the controls and features. Save this manual for future reference. Generator 1. Gasoline Tank – 1.9 gal. (7 L) 6.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES 100403 - 1200W PORTABLE GENERATOR Control Panel 1. Circuit Breakers (Push Reset) – Protects the generator RECEPTACLES against electrical overloads. 120V AC, 20A (NEMA 5-20R) 2. Intelligauge – Three mode digital meter for displaying May be used to supply electrical power for running time, voltage and hertz.
ASSEMBLY 100403 - 1200W PORTABLE GENERATOR Parts Included Attach the Alternator Vibration Mounts 1. Thread the flange bolt (C) through the vibration mount (B) Accessories and then through the frame (alternator side). Oil Funnel ................1 2. Firmly secure the bolt to the frame with the M8 lock nut (D).
ASSEMBLY 100403 - 1200W PORTABLE GENERATOR NOTICE Synthetic oil may be used after the 5 hour initial break- in period. Using synthetic oil does not increase the recommended oil change interval. Full synthetic 5W-30 oil will aid in starting in cold ambient <5º C (41º F).
OPERATION 100403 - 1200W PORTABLE GENERATOR OPERATION WARNING Pouring gasoline too fast through the fuel screen may result Generator Location in blow back of gasoline at the operator while filling. NEVER operate the generator inside any building, including garages, basements, crawlspaces and sheds, enclosure or...
OPERATION 100403 - 1200W PORTABLE GENERATOR Grounding* NOTICE A ground terminal connected to the frame of the generator has Keep choke in “CHOKE” position for only 1 pull of the recoil been provided (see Controls and Features for terminal location).
OPERATION 100403 - 1200W PORTABLE GENERATOR 5. Plug in and turn on the next item. WARNING 6. Allow the engine to stabilize. Connecting a generator to your electric utility company’s 7. Repeat steps 5-6 for each additional item. power lines or to another power source may be against the law.
OPERATION 100403 - 1200W PORTABLE GENERATOR MAINTENANCE Changing the Engine Oil Change oil when the engine is warm. Refer to the oil Make certain that the generator is kept clean and stored specification to select the proper grade for your operating properly.
OPERATION 100403 - 1200W PORTABLE GENERATOR 6. Firmly re-install the plug. NOTICE 7. Attach the spark plug cable to the spark plug. Federal and local laws and administrative requirements indicate when and where spark arrestors are required. Cleaning the Air Filter When ordered, spark arrestors are required for operation of this generator in National Forest lands.
STORAGE 100403 - 1200W PORTABLE GENERATOR 4. Start and run the generator for 10 minutes so the treated EVERY 100 HOURS OR EVERY SEASON gasoline cycles through the fuel system and carburetor. Change oil 5. Turn engine switch to the “OFF” position and allow Clean/adjust spark plug generator to cool completely before continuing.
STORAGE 100403 - 1200W PORTABLE GENERATOR Long Term Storage (over 1 year) 7. If the generator includes a battery, connect according to Connect the Battery. For storage over 1 year, the gasoline tank and carburetor must 8. Start the generator according to Starting the Engine.
SPECIFICATIONS 100403 - 1200W PORTABLE GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS Fuel Specifications Use regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of Generator Specifications 85 and an ethanol content of less than 10% by volume. DO NOT USE E15 or E85. DO NOT OVERFILL.
TROUBLESHOOTING 100403 - 1200W PORTABLE GENERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution No fuel. Add fuel. Generator will not start. Faulty spark plug. Replace spark plug. Unit loaded during start up. Remove load from unit. Fill crankcase to the proper level. Low oil level.
Warranty Registration Card and a copy of your sales – Problems caused by parts that are not original Champion Power receipt from one of CPE’s retail locations as proof of purchase. Equipment parts.
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The United States Environment Protection Agency (U.S. EPA.) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Emission Control System Warranty Your Champion Power Equipment (CPE) engine complies with both the U.S. EPA and state of California Air Resources Board (CARB) emission regulations.
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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 1995 and later model year California small off-road engines (for other states, 1997 and later model year 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.