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Black Diamond Equipment BD100618 Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL #BD100618
3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR
or visit black-diamond.com
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 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 20220106
Mid-States Distributing, LLC., 2800 Meacham Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76137 USA

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL MODEL #BD100618 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR or visit black-diamond.com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 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.
  • 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 Introduction Maintenance ....................Cleaning the Generator .......... Safety Definitions .......... Changing the Engine Oil .........

  • Page 4: Introduction

    (e.g., messages relating to property damage). model and serial numbers of your product. Transcribe the information found on your product’s dataplate label to the table below BLACK DIAMOND TECHNICAL SUPPORT TEAM 1-888-373-8272 MODEL NUMBER BD100618 SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE PURCHASE LOCATION...

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DANGER   Cancer and Reproductive Harm – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov Operate equipment with guards in place. Rotating parts can entangle hands, feet, hair, clothing and/or accessories. Traumatic amputation or severe laceration can DANGER  result. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS 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

    IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS fuel Safety When transporting or servicing the generator: Always check that the fuel valve is in the OFF position and the DANGER  gasoline tank is empty. For LPG compatible models, check that the LPG cylinder is GASOLINE AND GASOLINE VAPORS ARE HIGHLY disconnected and stored securely away from the generator.

  • Page 8: Safety And Dataplate Labels

    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. POWER FACTOR MODEL BD100618 FACTEUR DE MODÈLE PUISSANCE 4010077 SERIAL NO.

  • Page 9: Safety Symbols

    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. SYMBOL MEANING Read Operator’s Manual. To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s manual before using this product.

  • Page 10: Operation Symbols

    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. SYMBOL MEANING Choke Locking Receptacle Neutral Floating.

  • Page 11: Quick Start Label Symbols

    IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS Quick Start Label 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. 5W-30 2680-L-OP-B Starting the Engine Stopping the Engine...

  • Page 12: 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. Gasoline Tank – 5 gal. (19 L) 6. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick – Used to check and fill oil level. 2.

  • Page 13: Control Panel

    CONTROLS AND fEATURES Control Panel 1. Choke – Used to start a cold engine. RECEPTACLES 2. Engine Switch – Used to START or STOP the generator. 120V AC, 30A RV (NEMA TT-30R) 3. Intelligauge – Three mode digital meter for displaying total May be used to supply electrical power for run time, voltage and hertz.

  • Page 14: Intelligauge

    CONTROLS AND fEATURES Intelligauge Three mode digital meter for displaying frequency, voltage, and total run time. The LCD displays each mode for several seconds and then automatically cycles through. MODE DESCRIPTION Output frequency in hertz. Example: 60.0 hertz Frequency (Hz) Output voltage of the generator.

  • Page 15: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY Your generator requires some assembly. This unit ships from our Recommended Engine Oil Type factory without oil. It must be properly serviced with fuel and oil 10W-30 before operation. If you have any questions regarding the assembly of your 5W-30 10W-40 generator, call our Technical Support Team at 1-888-373-8272.

  • Page 16: Add Fuel

    ASSEMBLY NOTICE  The first 5 hours of run time are the break-in period for the unit. During the break in period stay at or below 50% of the running watt rating and vary the load occasionally to allow stator windings to heat and cool. Adjusting the load will also cause engine speed to vary slightly and help seat piston rings.

  • Page 17: Grounding

    ASSEMBLY Neutral Bonded to Frame* NOTICE  – Neutral circuit IS electrically connected to the frame/ground of The generator engine works well with 10% or less ethanol the generator. blended gasoline. When using ethanol-gasoline blends there – The generator system ground connects lower frame cross- are some issues worth noting: member below the alternator.

  • Page 18: Operation

    OPERATION Generator Location WARNING  WARNING Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.  Keep all objects a minimum of 5 feet (1.5m) away from the NEVER operate the generator inside any building, garage, generator at all times. Heat from the muffler surface and basement, crawlspace, shed, enclosure or compartment, exhaust gas stream can ignite combustible materials.

  • Page 19: Connecting Electrical Loads

    OPERATION NOTICE  Keep choke in “CHOKE” position for only 1 pull of the recoil cord. After first pull, press the choke knob in to the “RUN” position for up to the next 3 pulls of the recoil cord. Too much choke leads to spark plug fouling/engine flooding due to the lack of incoming air.

  • Page 20: Do Not Overload Generator

    OPERATION Power Management WARNING  Use the following formula to convert voltage and amperage to Always remember to plug your appliances directly into the watts: generator and do not plug the generator power cord into any Volts × Amps = Watts electrical outlet or connect to the circuit breaker panel in your To prolong the life of your generator and attached devices, follow home.

  • Page 21: Moving The Generator

    OPERATION Operation at High Altitude 4. Turn the fuel valve to the “OFF” position. The density of air at high altitudes is lower than at sea level. Engine power is reduced as the air mass and air-fuel ratio decrease. Engine power and generator output will be reduced approximately 3½% for every 1000 ft.

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Changing the Engine Oil Make certain that the generator is kept clean and stored properly. Only operate the unit on a flat, level surface in a clean, dry Change oil when the engine is warm. Refer to the oil specification operating environment.

  • Page 23: Cleaning The Air Filter

    MAINTENANCE 3. Inspect the electrode on the plug. It must be clean and not worn to produce the spark required for ignition. 4. Make certain the spark plug gap is 0.028-0.031 in. (0.7-0.8 mm). SPARK PLUG GAP 5. Replace the spark arrestor if it is damaged. 6.

  • Page 24: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule Follow the service intervals indicated in the following maintenance schedule. Service your generator more frequently when operating in adverse conditions. Contact our Technical Support Team at 1-888-373-8272 to locate the nearest certified service dealer for your generator or engine maintenance needs.

  • Page 25: Storage

    STORAGE WARNING  To avoid accidental or unintended ignition of your generator during periods of storage, the following precautions should be followed: – When storing the generator make sure the ignition switch and fuel valve are set to the “OFF” position. Short Term Storage (up to 30 days) Ethanol blended gasoline may gum up and clog the carburetor if the generator is not run or carburetor drained within 4 weeks.

  • Page 26: Removing From Storage

    STORAGE Removing from Storage NOTICE  If the generator has been improperly stored for a period longer than 30 days with ethanol blended gasoline in the gasoline tank and/or carburetor, all fuel must be drained and the carburetor must be thoroughly cleaned of ethanol build up.

  • Page 27: Specifications

    Generator Specifications fuel Specifications Generator Model ........BD100618 Use unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 87 and an ethanol content of 10% or less by volume. DO NOT USE E15 or Start Type .

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution No fuel. Add fuel. Faulty spark plug. Clean and adjust spark plug or replace. Fill crankcase to the proper level. Low oil level. Place generator on a flat, level surface. Engine will not start. Spark plug wire loose. Attach wire to spark plug.

  • Page 29: Warranty

    WARRANTY Other Exclusions CHAMPION POWER EQUIPMENT 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This warranty excludes: – Cosmetic defects such as paint, decals, etc. Warranty Qualifications – Wear items such as filter elements, o-rings, etc. To register your product for warranty please visit: –...
  • Page 30 CHAMPION POWER EQUIPMENT, INC. (CPE) AND 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: T T h h e U e US E S EP P A A A and CP P E a...
  • Page 31 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.
  • Page 32 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...

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