Champion Global Power Equipment 201420 Operator's Manual

Champion Global Power Equipment 201420 Operator's Manual

11,000w wireless remote start inverter generator

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL #201420
11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START
INVERTER GENERATOR
ACTIVATE YOUR WARRANTY
SERIAL NO.
by registering your product:
championpowerequipment.com
or visit championpowerequipment.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.
This product meets the requirements of the PGMA (Portable Generator Manufacturers' Association) standard ANSI/PGMA G300-2018 (Safety and Performance of
Portable Generators).
Covered by one or more of the following U.S. Patent Numbers: 10,862,414 and other U.S. and foreign patents pending.
EN
4852-M-OP
REV 20240207
Champion Power Equipment, Inc.

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL #201420 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR ACTIVATE YOUR WARRANTY SERIAL NO. by registering your product: championpowerequipment.com or visit championpowerequipment.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.
  • 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 CARBON MONOXIDE K ILLS your family from this colorless, oderless threat.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TAbLE Of CONTENTS 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR TAbLE Of CONTENTS Maintenance ..........Cleaning the Generator .......... Introduction ...........
  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR INTRODUCTION SAfETY DEfINITIONS Congratulations on your purchase of a Champion Power Equipment The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, (CPE) product.
  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS DANGER  Operate equipment with guards in place. DANGER  Rotating parts can entangle hands, feet, hair, clothing and/or Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, accessories.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR WARNING CAUTION   Spark from removed spark plug wire can result in fire or Improper treatment or use of the generator can damage it, electrical shock. shorten its life or void the warranty.
  • Page 7: Fuel Safety

    IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR fuel Safety WARNING  DANGER When starting the generator:  Do not attempt to start a damaged generator. GASOLINE AND GASOLINE VAPORS ARE HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE. Always check that the gasoline cap, air filter, spark plug, fuel lines and exhaust system are properly in place.
  • Page 8: Safety And Dataplate Labels

    IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR Safety and Dataplate 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.
  • Page 9: Safety Symbols

    IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER 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

    IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER 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: Quick Start Label Symbols

    IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR 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.
  • Page 12: Controls And Features

    CONTROLS AND fEATURES 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER 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.
  • Page 13: Control Panel

    CONTROLS AND fEATURES 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR Control Panel 1. Fuel Dial – Used to turn fuel ON and turn OFF the generator. WARNING  2. Start-Stop Push Button When charging a device, do not place on the exhaust side of 3.
  • Page 14: Intelligauge With Power Meter And Co Shield

    CONTROLS AND fEATURES 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR Intelligauge with Power Meter and CO Shield ® Five mode digital meter for displaying voltage, frequency, session run time, total run time and power output. A. AC Overload Reset Button – Used to re-energize receptacles after overload fault.
  • Page 15: Wireless Remote Control

    CONTROLS AND fEATURES 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR Wireless Remote Control Industry Canada: CAN ICES-002/NMb-002 This generator is equipped with a wireless remote key fob This device complies with Industry Canada license - exempt RSS system for starting and stopping. The system consists of (4) main standard(s).
  • Page 16: Parts Included

    CONTROLS AND fEATURES 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR Parts Included Tools Included Accessories Oil Funnel ............Allen Wrench/Phillips Screwdriver ......... Engine Oil ........
  • Page 17: Assembly

    ASSEMbLY 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR ASSEMbLY Your generator requires some assembly. 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 18: Add Engine Oil

    ASSEMbLY 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR Add Engine Oil 4. Using a funnel, add up to 37.2 fl. oz. (1100 ml) of oil (included). DO NOT OVERFILL. Replace oil fill cap/dipstick and secure maintenance cover. WARNING ...
  • Page 19: Add Fuel

    ASSEMbLY 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR 3. The approximate fuel level is shown on the fuel gauge on top NOTICE  of the fuel tank. Synthetic oil may be used after the 5 hour initial break-in period. Using synthetic oil does not decrease the recommended...
  • Page 20: Grounding

    OPERATION 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR 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 –...
  • Page 21 OPERATION 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR In the event of an engine shut off, when you approach the NOTICE  generator to investigate, a blinking red LED light in the CO Shield ® area provides notification that the generator shut off due to an...
  • Page 22: Generator Location

    OPERATION 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR 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.
  • Page 23: Starting The Engine

    OPERATION 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR 2. Press the ignition control button one time to enter standby 6. Push and hold the wireless set button for approximately three mode. seconds until the blue LED on wireless set button turns off.
  • Page 24 OPERATION 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR 2. Press the ignition control button one time to enter standby 3. Press the ignition control button one time to start the engine. mode. If generator was turned off using the remote key fob If engine does not start, wait at least ten seconds before within the last 24 hours, it will already be in standby mode.
  • Page 25: Manual Choke Start

    OPERATION 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR 5. Pull the recoil cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull 2. Locate the manual choke lever above the carburetor. rapidly. 3. Turn the choke lever to the “CHOKE” (right) position.
  • Page 26: Connecting Electrical Loads

    OPERATION 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR Do Not Overload Generator NOTICE  Capacity When starting using manual choke lever: Keep choke Follow these simple steps to calculate the running and starting in “CHOKE” position for only 3 start attempts. After 3 start watts necessary for your purposes: attempts, move the choke to the “RUN”...
  • Page 27: Gfci

    OPERATION 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR GfCI Eco (Economy) Mode Your generator is equipped with ground fault circuit interrupter The Eco Mode button can be activated to turn on economy control (GFCI) receptacles. In the event of a ground fault, a GFCI trips...
  • Page 28: Stopping The Engine

    OPERATION 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR 3. Turn the fuel dial to the “OFF” position. WARNING  Do not start the vehicle while the battery charging cable is connected and the generator is running. It will not give the battery a boost of power.
  • Page 29: Moving The Generator

    MAINTENANCE 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR Moving the Generator alternative main jet and installation instructions can be obtained by contacting our Technical Support Team. Installation instructions are also available in the Technical Bulletin area of the CPE website.
  • Page 30: Cleaning The Generator

    MAINTENANCE 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR Cleaning the Generator Cleaning and Adjusting the Spark Plug 1. Remove the rear maintenance cover. CAUTION  DO NOT spray generator directly with water. Water can enter the generator through the cooling slots and damage the generator windings.
  • Page 31: Cleaning The Air Filter

    MAINTENANCE 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR Cleaning the Air filter CAUTION  1. Turn the air filter assembly cap counter clockwise and pull Failure to clean the spark arrestor will result in poor engine out to remove the assembly.
  • Page 32: Remote Key Fob Battery

    MAINTENANCE 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR Maintenance Schedule Charge the Battery For a generator equipped with batteries for electric starting, Follow the service intervals indicated in the following maintenance proper battery maintenance and storage should be followed. A schedule.
  • Page 33: Storage

    STORAGE 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR STORAGE Mid Term Storage (30 days – 1 year) Ethanol blended gasoline in the tank has a maximum shelf life WARNING  of up to 1 year with the addition of a properly formulated fuel stabilizer and stored in a cool, dry place.
  • Page 34: Long Term Storage (More Than 1 Year)

    STORAGE 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR Long Term Storage (more than 1 year) Removing from Storage For storage over 1 year, the gasoline tank and carburetor must be NOTICE  completely drained of gasoline. If the generator has been improperly stored for a period 1.
  • Page 35: Specifications

    SPECIfICATIONS 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR SPECIfICATIONS Oil Specifications DO NOT OVERFILL. Generator Specifications Type ..........*See following chart Generator Model ......... ..
  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    TROUbLESHOOTING 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR 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.
  • Page 37 TROUbLESHOOTING 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR Problem Cause Solution Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Fill crankcase to the proper level. Place generator Low oil level. on a flat, level surface. Move generator to an open, outdoor area. Point exhaust away from people and buildings.
  • Page 38 TROUbLESHOOTING 201420 - 11,000W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR Problem Cause Solution Review load and adjust. See “Connecting Generator is overloaded. Electrical Loads.” Generator cannot supply enough power Dirty air filter. Clean or replace air filter. or overheating. Move choke until it stops under RUN position or Choke lever in wrong position.
  • Page 39 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.
  • Page 40 CHAMPION POWER EQUIPMENT, INC. (CPE) AND THE UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (U.S. EPA.) EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Your Champion Power Equipment (CPE) engine complies with U.S. EPA emissions regulations. YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS: The U.S. EPA and CPE are pleased to explain the Federal Emission Control Systems Warranty on your 2024 small off-road engine and engine powered equipment.
  • Page 41 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 1997 and later model year small off-road engines.The ECS Warranty Period shall begin on the date the new engine is delivered to its original, end-use purchaser, and shall continue for 24 consecutive months thereafter.
  • Page 42 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 Carburetor and internal parts (and/or pressure regulator or fuel injection system) Air/fuel ratio feedback and control system. Cold start enrichment system. Air Induction System Controlled hot air intake system.

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