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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL #201431
9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION
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 G300-2023 (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
4971-M-OP
REV 20240723
Champion Power Equipment, Inc.

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  • Page 1 This product meets the requirements of the PGMA (Portable Generator Manufacturers’ Association) standard ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 (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. 4971-M-OP REV 20240723 Champion Power Equipment, Inc.
  • 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 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION GENERATOR TAbLE OF CONTENTS Maintenance ..........Cleaning the Generator .......... Introduction ........... Changing the Engine Oil .........

  • Page 4: Introduction

    201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION 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. CPE designs, builds, and supports all of our products to strict specifications and guidelines.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION GENERATOR IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING  Always install a battery-operated Carbon Monoxide (CO) WARNING  detector on each level of any building or home dwelling Cancer and Reproductive Harm – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov adjacent to the generator location following the Carbon Monoxide (CO) detector manufacturer’s installation...
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION GENERATOR DANGER WARNING   Operate equipment with guards in place. Spark from removed spark plug wire can result in fire or electrical shock. Rotating parts can entangle hands, feet, hair, clothing and/or accessories.

  • Page 7: Fuel Safety

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION GENERATOR – Gasoline vapors expand and contract with ambient CAUTION  temperatures. Never fill the gasoline tank past the red FULL indicator on the fuel filter, as gasoline vapors needs room to Start the generator and allow the engine to stabilize before expand if temperatures rise.
  • Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION GENERATOR WARNING  When transporting or servicing the generator: Always check that the fuel valve is in the OFF position and the gasoline tank is empty. Disconnect the spark plug wire.

  • Page 9: Safety And Dataplate Labels

    E: updated utilisez-le to utilisez la 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 10: Safety Symbols

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION 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 11: Operation Symbols

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION 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 12: Quick Start Label Symbols

    3mm corner radius; 2mm safe margin Move generator outside and far away from windows, This artwork belongs to Champion Power Equipment. The contents are confidential and privileged and shall not be disclosed to or used by or for doors and intake ventilation covers.

  • Page 13: Controls And Features

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION 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.

  • Page 14: Control Panel

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION GENERATOR Control Panel 1. Ignition Switch – Used to START or STOP the generator. RECEPTACLES 2. Intelligauge with Power Meter – See Intelligauge with 120/240V AC, 38A (NEMA 14-50R) Power Meter section.

  • Page 15: Intelligauge With Power Meter

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION GENERATOR Intelligauge with Power Meter Five mode digital meter for displaying voltage, frequency, session run time, total run time and power output. MODE DESCRIPTION Output voltage of the generator. Voltage (V) Example: 240 volts, 50% output Output frequency in hertz.

  • Page 16: Parts Included

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION GENERATOR Parts Included Accessories Engine Oil ........37.2 fl. oz. (1100 ml) Oil Funnel ..

  • Page 17: Assembly

    ASSEMbLY 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION GENERATOR ASSEMbLY Install the Support Leg 1. Attach the support leg (E) to the generator frame with flange Your generator requires some assembly. This unit ships from our bolts (F) and flange lock nuts (G).

  • Page 18: Add Engine Oil

    ASSEMbLY 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION GENERATOR Add Engine Oil OIL DIP STICK WARNING  DO NOT attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been 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 19: Add Fuel

    ASSEMbLY 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION GENERATOR Add Fuel CAUTION  DANGER Use unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 87  and an ethanol content of 10% or less by volume. Gasoline vapors are highly flammable and extremely explosive.

  • Page 20: Grounding

    B: Updated dieline C: Deleted “25 ft./7 m” 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 21: Generator Location

    OPERATION 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION GENERATOR Generator Location Move the generator far away to an open, outdoor area and point the exhaust away from people and buildings. Once relocated to a safe area, the generator can be restarted, and the proper WARNING ...

  • Page 22: Surge Protection

    OPERATION 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION GENERATOR 4. Connect electrical loads. WARNING  Manual Start Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations. 1. Make certain the generator is on a flat, level surface. Keep all objects a minimum of 5 feet (1.5m) away from the 2.

  • Page 23: Connecting Electrical Loads

    OPERATION 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION GENERATOR Connecting Electrical Loads 3. Identify the highest starting wattage of all devices identified in step 1. Add this number to the number calculated in step 2. Let the engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes after Starting wattage is the surge of power needed to start some starting.

  • Page 24: Smart Charger

    OPERATION 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION GENERATOR 3. Press the “RESET” button located on the front of the receptacle to restore the flow of electricity. If the indicator light does not come back on or if the GFCI cannot be reset then it must be replaced.

  • Page 25: Moving The Generator

    MAINTENANCE 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION GENERATOR MAINTENANCE Moving the Generator Make certain that the generator is kept clean and stored properly. CAUTION  Only operate the unit on a flat, level surface in a clean, dry operating environment. DO NOT expose the unit to extreme –...

  • Page 26: Changing The Engine Oil

    MAINTENANCE 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION GENERATOR Changing the Engine Oil Cleaning and Adjusting the Spark Plug Change oil when the engine is warm. Refer to the oil specification 1. Remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug.

  • Page 27: Cleaning The Spark Arrestor

    MAINTENANCE 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION GENERATOR Adjusting the Governor 3. Wash in liquid detergent and water. Squeeze thoroughly dry in a clean cloth. WARNING  4. Saturate in clean engine oil. 5. Squeeze in a clean, absorbent cloth to remove all excess oil.

  • Page 28: Maintenance Schedule

    STORAGE 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION GENERATOR STORAGE Maintenance Schedule Follow the service intervals indicated in the following maintenance Ethanol blended gasoline in the tank has a maximum shelf life schedule. of up to 1 year with the addition of a properly formulated fuel stabilizer and stored in a cool, dry place.

  • Page 29: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS Oil Specifications DO NOT OVERFILL. Generator Specifications Type ..........*See following chart Generator Model .......... .

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUbLESHOOTING 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION 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 31 TROUbLESHOOTING 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION GENERATOR Problem Cause Solution Move generator to an open, outdoor area. Point exhaust away from people and buildings. Move to fresh air and get medical help if sick, dizzy, or weak. Make sure there are no objects creating obstructions within 5 feet of the generator.

  • Page 32: Efi Fault Indicator Codes

    EFI FAULT INDICATOR CODES 201431 - 9200W ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION GENERATOR EFI FAULT INDICATOR CODES If a problem arises with the EFI system, a fault indicator code will flash on the Intelligauge. To resolve the issue, turn off the generator (if not already off), disconnect the battery, and follow the directions as indicated in the table below.

  • Page 33: 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 34: Your Warranty Rights And Obligations

    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 35: Emission Control System Warranty

    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 36: To Obtain Warranty Service

    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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