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).
Made in China - REV 20190420
Champion Power Equipment, Inc., Santa Fe Springs, CA USA
Summary of Contents for Champion Global Power Equipment 100455
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL #100455 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ONLINE at championpowerequipment.com or visit championpowerequipment.com 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.
100455 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR INTRODUCTION 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.
100455 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can DANGER start fires around dry vegetation. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, A spark arrestor may be required. The operator should odorless, poison gas.
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100455 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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.
100455 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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.
100455 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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.
100455 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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.
100455 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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.
100455 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR CONTROLS AND FEATURES 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. Carrying Handle – Used to lift or carry the unit.
100455 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR CONTROLS AND FEATURES Control Panel 1. Oil Warning Indicator Light – When ON engine will shut Parts Included down and not run. Check oil level. Accessories 2. Overload Indicator Light – When ON generator is Oil Funnel ................
100455 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY Your generator requires some assembly. This unit ships from our factory without oil. It must be properly serviced with fuel and oil before operation. If you have any questions regarding the assembly of your generator, call our Technical Support Team at 1-877-338-0999.
100455 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR ASSEMBLY NOTICE CAUTION The first 5 hours of run time are the break-in period for the Use regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane unit. During the break in period stay at or below 50% of the...
100455 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR OPERATION Grounding WARNING Your generator must be properly connected to an appropriate Do not operate or store the generator in rain, snow, or wet ground to help prevent electric shock. weather. WARNING Using a generator or electrical appliance in wet conditions,...
100455 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR OPERATION Starting the Engine 1. Make certain the generator is on a flat, level surface. 2. Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. Never start or stop the generator with electrical devices plugged in or turned on.
100455 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR OPERATION Connecting Electrical Loads Power Management Use the following formula to convert voltage and amperage to Let the engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes after watts: starting. Volts × Amps = Watts Plug in and turn on the desired 120 or 240 (if applicable) Volt AC single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads.
100455 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR MAINTENANCE Parallel Operation NOTICE The Champion model 100455 is parallel ready and can be Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emission control operated in parallel with another Champion unit to increase devices and systems may be performed by any non-road the total available electrical power.
100455 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR MAINTENANCE 6. Refer to the spark plug types in Specifications when replacing the plug. 7. Firmly re-install the plug. 8. Attach the spark plug cable to the spark plug. OIL DIP STICK 9. Reinstall the spark plug access cap (if applicable) and maintenance cover.
100455 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR MAINTENANCE EVERY 8 HOURS OR DAILY Type 1 Type 2 Check oil level Clean around air intake and muffler FIRST 5 HOURS Change oil * See your model’s parts list for specified type of spark arrestor.
100455 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR STORAGE STORAGE be sure to properly dispose of the drained gasoline according to local regulations or guidelines. DANGER 7. Option 2: Run Dry 7a. Turn engine switch to the “ON” position and start the Gasoline and gasoline vapors are highly flammable and...
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100455 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR STORAGE If the gasoline tank and carburetor were properly emptied of all gasoline prior to the generator being stored, follow the below steps when removing from storage. 1. Be sure the engine switch is in the “OFF” position.
100455 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS Parts List Part Number Description Qty. Part Number Description Qty. 81.200800.00 Art Cover, Black 34 81.211100.00.2 Operate Panel, Black 35 81.126000.00 Ignition Assembly 1.818.0514.3 Screw M5 × 14, Green Toroid Coil, 81.200300.00.48 Cover, Right, Yellow 36 81.210200.01...
OUTPUT PANEL CIRCUIT PARALLEL BREAKER TERMINAL 5-20R Black EARTH TERMINAL CONTROL UNIT ECO.SW STOP.SW AC COIL PORTFIRE RESET.SW SUB COIL L Y A O Y L C IGNITION COIL BLACK BROWN YELLOW BLACK WHITE BLUE WHITE GREEN GREEN GREEN YELLOW WHITE BLUE WHITE ORANGE...
100455 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 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.
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WARRANTY* Other Exclusions This warranty excludes: CHAMPION POWER EQUIPMENT – Cosmetic defects such as paint, decals, etc. 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY – Wear items such as filter elements, o-rings, etc. Warranty Qualifications – Accessory parts such as starting batteries, and storage To register your product for warranty and FREE lifetime call center covers.
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CHAMPION POWER EQUIPMENT, INC. (CPE), THE 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 2019 small off-road engine (SORE) 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 (SORE). 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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EMISSION-RELATED PARTS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: (using those portions of the list applicable to the engine) Systems covered by this Parts Description warranty Fuel Metering System Fuel regulator, Carburetor and internal parts Air Induction System Air cleaner, Intake manifold Ignition System Spark plug and parts, Magneto ignition system Exhaust System Exhaust manifold, catalytic converter...