Champion Power Equipment 100331 Owner's Manual

Champion Power Equipment 100331 Owner's Manual

4500 starting watts / 3650 running watts manual start

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4500 Starting Watts / 3650 Running Watts
Manual Start
PORTABLE GENERATOR
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Important safety instructions
are included in this manual.
MODEL NUMBER
100331
MADE IN CHINA
REV 100331-20170908
OWNER'S MANUAL
12039 Smith Ave.
Santa Fe Springs CA 90670
USA / 1-877-338-0999
www.championpowerequipment.com

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  • Page 1 4500 Starting Watts / 3650 Running Watts Manual Start PORTABLE GENERATOR MODEL NUMBER 100331 12039 Smith Ave. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Santa Fe Springs CA 90670 Important safety instructions USA / 1-877-338-0999 MADE IN CHINA are included in this manual. REV 100331-20170908 www.championpowerequipment.com...
  • Page 2 AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT TEMPERATURE: Your Champion Power Equipment product is designed and rated for continuous operation at ambient temperatures up to 40°C (104°F). When your product is needed your product may be operated at temperatures ranging from -15°C (5°F) to 50°C (122°F) for short periods.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    100331 4500 Starting Watts / 3650 Running Watts Manual Start PORTABLE GENERATOR TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ......
  • Page 4: Introduction

    ENGLISH INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a Champion Power Equipment product. Champion Power Equipment and Champion Engine Technology designs, builds, and supports all of our products to strict specifications and guidelines. With proper product knowledge, safe use, and regular maintenance, this product should bring years of satisfying service.
  • Page 5: Manual Conventions

    100331 ENGLISH MANUAL CONVENTIONS This manual uses the following symbols to help differentiate between different kinds of information. The safety symbol is used with a key word to alert you to potential hazards in operating and owning power equipment. Follow all safety messages to avoid or reduce the risk of serious injury or death.
  • Page 6: Safety Rules

    100331 ENGLISH SAFETY RULES WARNING DANGER Generator produces powerful voltage. Read this manual thoroughly before operating your generator. Failure to follow instructions could result DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles. in serious injury or death. DO NOT use electrical cords that are worn, damaged or frayed.
  • Page 7 100331 ENGLISH SAFETY RULES DANGER WARNING Fuel and fuel vapors are highly flammable and Rapid retraction of the starter cord will pull hand and extremely explosive. arm towards the engine faster than you can let go. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
  • Page 8: Safety Label Locations

    SAFETY RULES Safety Label Locations 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 Champion Power Equipment’s customer service department for possible replacement. WARNING...
  • Page 9: Controls And Features

    100331 ENGLISH CONTROLS AND FEATURES Read this owner’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 Fuel Tank – 3.4 gal. (13 L) capacity fuel tank.
  • Page 10: Power Panel

    100331 ENGLISH CONTROLS AND FEATURES Power Panel Engine Switch – Used to start or stop the 120 Volt AC, 30 Amp Receptacle (NEMA TT-30R) – May be used to supply electrical generator. power for the operation of 120 Volt AC, single phase Intelligauge –...
  • Page 11: Power Panel Symbols

    Engine Stop RV compatible Parts Included Your 100331 gasoline powered generator ships with the following parts: – Oil ......
  • Page 12: Assembly

    100331 ENGLISH ASSEMBLY Add Engine Oil Cont’d. Your generator requires some assembly. This unit ships from our factory without oil and fuel. It must be properly NOTE serviced with fuel and oil before operation. If you have any questions regarding the assembly of your Once oil has been added, a visual check should show generator, call our help line at 1-877-338-0999.
  • Page 13: Add Fuel

    100331 ENGLISH ASSEMBLY Add Fuel Add Fuel Cont’d. 1. Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded fuel with a NOTE minimum octane rating of 85 and an ethanol content of less than 10% by volume. Our engines work well with 10% or less ethanol 2.
  • Page 14: Operation

    100331 ENGLISH OPERATION Generator Location Grounding NEVER operate the generator inside any building, The generator system ground is located on the lower frame including garages, basements, crawlspaces and sheds, crossmember below the alternator. enclosure or compartment, including the generator – The generator (stator winding) is isolated from the compartment of a recreational vehicle.
  • Page 15: Connecting Electrical Loads

    100331 ENGLISH OPERATION Stopping the Engine Starting the Engine Cont’d. 1. Turn off and unplug all electrical loads. Never start NOTE or stop the generator with electrical devices plugged If the engine starts but does not run make certain in or turned on.
  • Page 16: Do Not Overload Generator

    To alleviate high altitude issues other than the natural calculated in step 2. Surge wattage is the extra power loss, Champion Power Equipment can provide a burst of power needed to start some electric driven high altitude carburetor main jet. The alternative main equipment.
  • Page 17: Maintenance And Storage

    100331 ENGLISH MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE The owner/operator is responsible for all periodic Oil Cont’d. maintenance. NOTE WARNING Once oil has been added, a visual check should show oil about 1-2 threads from running out of the fill hole. Never operate a damaged or defective generator.
  • Page 18: Spark Arrester

    Contact our help line at 1-877-338-0999 to locate the 3. Remove the spark arrester screen. 4. Carefully remove the carbon deposits from the spark nearest Champion Power Equipment certified service arrester screen with a wire brush. dealer for your generator or engine maintenance needs.
  • Page 19: Generator Maintenance

    100331 ENGLISH MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Generator Maintenance Short Term Storage Cont’d. Make certain that the generator is kept clean and stored 2. Add a properly formulated fuel stabilizer to the tank properly. Only operate the unit on a flat, level surface in (2-3 times manufacturer’s recommended amount).
  • Page 20: Removing From Storage

    100331 ENGLISH MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Long Term Storage Cont’d. NOTE 6. Turn the fuel valve to the “OFF” position. Our engines work well with 10% or less ethanol 7. Remove the spark plug and pour about a tablespoon blend fuels. When using blended fuels there are of oil into the cylinder.
  • Page 21: Specifications

    – Fuel Capacity ....3.4 gal. (13 L) Your Champion Power Equipment product is designed – Gross Weight ..
  • Page 22: Parts Diagram

    100331 ENGLISH SPECIFICATIONS Parts Diagram...
  • Page 23: Parts List

    100331 ENGLISH Parts List Part Number Description Part Number Description 27.404 Engine 2.05.001 Clamp Ø8 x 6.5 122.190005.00 Rubber, Fore-Cover, B 1.6177.1.08 Lock Nut M8, Flange 122.190005.01 Rubber, Fore-Cover, A 122.201200.07 Motor Mount 2 122.201200.06 Motor Mount 1 Rotor Assembly, Al, 124.191100.02...
  • Page 24: Engine Parts Diagram

    100331 ENGLISH SPECIFICATIONS Engine Parts Diagram...
  • Page 25 100331 ENGLISH Part Number Description Part Number Description 2.08.040 Bolt M6x21, Governor Arm 1.5789.0608 Flange Bolt M6 x 8 21.110008.00 Pin, Shaft 22.061100.00.2 Cover, Recoil Starter, Black 27.111000.20 Control Assembly 21.061005.00 Spring, Recoil Starter 25.040013.00 Lifter, Valve 2.10.003 Rope Ø5 x 1550 2.04.001...
  • Page 26: Wiring Diagram

    100331 ENGLISH SPECIFICATIONS Wiring Diagram...
  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    100331 ENGLISH TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Generator will not start No fuel Add fuel Faulty spark plug Replace spark plug Unit loaded during start up Remove load from unit Generator will not start; Low oil level Fill crankcase to the proper level Generator starts but runs roughly Place generator on a flat, level surface...
  • Page 28 Warranty Qualifications – Failures due to acts of God and other force majeure events Champion Power Equipment (CPE) will register this warranty upon beyond the manufacturer’s control. receipt of your Warranty Registration Card and a copy of your sales –...
  • Page 29 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 2017 small off-road engine and engine powered equipment.
  • Page 30 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.
  • Page 31 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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