Champion 100814 Operator's Manual

Champion 100814 Operator's Manual

7500w electric start generator

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL #100814
7500W ELEcTRic START 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.
Specifications, descriptions and illustrations in this manual are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice.
REV 20220119
Champion Power Equipment, Inc., Santa Fe Springs, CA USA

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  • Page 1 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. REV 20220119 Champion Power Equipment, Inc., Santa Fe Springs, CA USA...
  • Page 2 CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY: THE BIG PICTURE As the only safe way to use a portable generator, taking your generator outside is absolutely mandatory to keep your family safe from carbon monoxide. But there’s even more you can do. By educating yourself about all carbon monoxide risks, you’ll be better prepared to protect your family from this colorless, oderless threat.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TAbLE Of cONTENTS 100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START GENERATOR TAbLE Of cONTENTS Maintenance ..........Cleaning the Generator ........introduction ..........
  • Page 4: Introduction

    100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START GENERATOR iNTRODUcTiON SAfETY DEfiNiTiONS Congratulations on your purchase of a Champion Power Equipment The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to (CPE) product. CPE designs, builds, and supports all of our possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, products to strict specifications and guidelines.
  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    DO NOT use electrical cords that are worn, damaged or frayed. recreational vehicle. Use only Champion electrical cords for proper application. DO NOT allow exhaust fumes to enter a confined area through DO NOT operate generator in wet weather.
  • Page 6 SAfETY iNSTRUcTiONS 100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START GENERATOR WARNiNG cAUTiON   Spark from removed spark plug wire can result in fire or Start the generator and allow the engine to stabilize before electrical shock. connecting electrical loads. Connect electrical equipment in the off position, and then turn When servicing the generator: them on for operation.
  • Page 7: Fuel Safety

    SAfETY iNSTRUcTiONS 100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START GENERATOR fuel Safety When operating the generator: DO NOT move or tip the generator during operation. DANGER  When transporting or servicing the generator: GASOLINE AND GASOLINE VAPORS ARE HIGHLY Always check that the fuel valve is in the OFF position and the FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE.
  • Page 8: Safety Labels

    87. Maximum 10 % d'éthanol. This artwork belongs to Champion Power Equipment. The contents are confidential and privileged and shall not be disclosed to or used by or for outside parties without the explicit consent of Champion Power Equipment.
  • Page 9: Safety Symbols

    SAfETY iNSTRUcTiONS 100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START 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.
  • Page 10: Operation Symbols

    SAfETY iNSTRUcTiONS 100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START 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.
  • Page 11: Symbols

    3. Turn the fuel valve to the “OFF” position. doors and intake ventilation covers. This artwork belongs to Champion Power Equipment. The contents are confidential and privileged and shall not be disclosed to or used by or for outside parties without the explicit consent of Champion Power Equipment.
  • Page 12: Controls And Features

    AND fEATURES 100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START 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 – 5.7 gal. (21.6 L) 8.
  • Page 13: Control Panel

    AND fEATURES 100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START GENERATOR control Panel 1. Ignition Switch – Used to START or STOP the generator. RECEPTACLES 2. Intelligauge –Four mode digital meter for displaying voltage, (4×) 120V AC, 20A GFCI (NEMA 5-20R) frequency (hertz), run time, and total run time.
  • Page 14: Tools Needed

    AND fEATURES 100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START GENERATOR Parts included Accessories Oil Funnel ............Engine Oil ..........
  • Page 15: Assembly

    ASSEMbLY 100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START GENERATOR 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.
  • Page 16: Add Engine Oil

    ASSEMbLY 100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START GENERATOR Add Engine Oil WARNiNG  DO NOT attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been OIL DIP STICK properly filled with the recommended type and amount of oil. Damage to the generator as a result of failing to follow these instructions will void your warranty.
  • Page 17: Add Fuel

    ASSEMbLY 100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START GENERATOR Add fuel cAUTiON  Use unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 87 DANGER  and an ethanol content of 10% or less by volume. Gasoline vapors are highly flammable and extremely explosive.
  • Page 18: Grounding

    OPERATiON 100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START GENERATOR OPERATiON Grounding Your generator must be properly connected to an appropriate Generator Location ground to help prevent electric shock. WARNiNG  WARNiNG  Failure to properly ground the generator can result in electric NEVER operate the generator inside any building, garage, shock.
  • Page 19: Surge Protection

    OPERATiON 100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START GENERATOR Electric Start WARNiNG  1. Move the choke to the “CHOKE” position. Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations. 1a. For restarting a warm engine, move the choke to 75% of Keep all objects a minimum of 5 feet (1.5m) away from the...
  • Page 20: Connecting Electrical Loads

    OPERATiON 100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START GENERATOR Manual Start NOTicE  1. Push the ignition switch to the “ON” position. Keep choke in “CHOKE” position for only 1 pull of the recoil cord. After first pull, move choke to “RUN” position for up to 3 pulls of the recoil cord.
  • Page 21: Do Not Overload Generator

    OPERATiON 100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START GENERATOR 2. Allow the engine to run for several minutes to get up to WARNiNG  temperature. Always remember to plug your appliances directly into the 3. Make sure all circuit breakers are set to the run position.
  • Page 22: Stopping The Engine

    OPERATiON 100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START GENERATOR Important: Always ensure that the fuel valve and the ignition NOTicE  switch are in the “OFF” position when the generator is not in use. In any electrical application, some current will flow through NOTicE ...
  • Page 23: Maintenance

    MAiNTENANcE 100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START GENERATOR MAiNTENANcE changing the Engine Oil Change oil when the engine is warm. Refer to the oil specification Make certain that the generator is kept clean and stored properly. to select the proper grade for your operating environment.
  • Page 24: Cleaning And Adjusting The Spark Plug(S)

    MAiNTENANcE 100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START GENERATOR cleaning and Adjusting the Spark Plug(s) cleaning the Spark Arrestor 1. Remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug. 1. Allow the engine to cool completely before servicing the spark arrestor. 2. Use a spark plug socket tool (not included), or a 13/16 in.
  • Page 25: Generator Battery

    STORAGE 100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START GENERATOR Generator battery EVERY 50 HOURS OR EVERY SEASON Your generator is equipped with an automatic battery charging — Clean air filter circuit that charges the battery while the engine is running. — Change oil if operating under heavy load or in hot...
  • Page 26: Mid Term Storage (30 Days - 1 Year)

    STORAGE 100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START GENERATOR Mid Term Storage (30 days – 1 year) Long Term Storage (over 1 year) Ethanol blended gasoline in the tank has a maximum shelf life For storage over 1 year, the gasoline tank and carburetor must be of up to 1 year with the addition of a properly formulated fuel completely drained of gasoline.
  • Page 27: Specifications

    SPEcificATiONS 100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START GENERATOR SPEcificATiONS Oil Specifications DO NOT OVERFILL. Generator Specifications Type ..........*See following chart Generator Model .......... .
  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUbLESHOOTiNG 100814 - 7500W ELEcTRic START 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.
  • Page 29: Warranty

    To complete registration you will need to include a copy of the – Problems caused by parts that are not original Champion purchase receipt as proof of original purchase. Proof of purchase Power Equipment parts.
  • Page 30 THE UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL 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) Exhaust and Evaporative emissions regulations.
  • Page 31 EXHAUST AND EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY The following are specific provisions relative to your Exhaust and Evaporative Emission Control System (ECS) Warranty Coverage. 1. APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to 1995 and later model year California small off-road engines (SORE) (for other states, 1997 and later model year engines).
  • Page 32 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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