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Champion 201417 Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL #201417
11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC 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 G300-2023 (Safety and Performance of
Portable Generators).
Covered by one or more of the following U.S. Patent Numbers: 10,862,414 / 10,393,034 / 11,008,958 and other U.S. and foreign patents pending.
EN
4936-M-OP REV 20250303
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 / 10,393,034 / 11,008,958 and other U.S. and foreign patents pending. 4936-M-OP REV 20250303 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 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER GENERATOR TAbLE OF CONTENTS Maintenance ..........Cleaning the Generator .......... Introduction ...........

  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC 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 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER 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 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER 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 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER 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 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER GENERATOR WARNING WARNING   When adding or removing gasoline: When transporting or servicing the generator: DO NOT light or smoke cigarettes. Always check that the fuel valve is in the OFF position and the gasoline tank is empty.

  • Page 9: Safety And Dataplate Labels

    ARRÊT AUTOMATIQUE – VOUS DEVEZ : This artwork belongs to Champion Power Equipment. The contents are confidential and privileged and shall not be disclosed to or used by or for Move generator to an open, outdoor area. Point exhaust away. Don’t run outside parties without the explicit consent of Champion Power Equipment.

  • Page 10: Safety Symbols

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC 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 11: Operation Symbols

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC 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 12: Quick Start Label Symbols

    1. Check oil level. For Electric Start, see “Starting the Engine” section in This artwork belongs to Champion Power Equipment. The contents are confidential and privileged and shall not be disclosed to or used by or for Recommended oil is 10W-30.

  • Page 13: Controls And Features

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC 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 14: Control Panel

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER GENERATOR Control Panel 1. Fuel Select Dial – Used to select and turn on gasoline or WARNING  propane (LPG) fuel source. When charging a device, do not place on the exhaust side of 2.

  • Page 15: Intelligauge With Power Meter And Co Shield

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC 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. CO Shield LED –...

  • Page 16: Fcc Statement

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER GENERATOR FCC Statement Assembly Parts Wheels 1. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 8 in. (20.3 cm) Never Flat Wheel (A).......

  • Page 17: Assembly

    ASSEMbLY 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER 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 18: Add Engine Oil

    ASSEMbLY 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC 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: Gasoline

    ASSEMbLY 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC 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.

  • Page 20: Add Fuel: Propane (Lpg)

    ASSEMbLY 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER GENERATOR NOTICE  The generator engine works well with 10% or less ethanol blended gasoline. When using ethanol-gasoline blends there are some issues worth noting: – Ethanol-gasoline blends can absorb more water than gasoline alone.

  • Page 21: Grounding

    B: delete “25 ft/7m” This artwork belongs to Champion Power Equipment. The contents are confidential and privileged and shall not be disclosed to or used by or for generator to investigate, a blinking red LED light in the CO Shield ®...
  • Page 22 OPERATION 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER GENERATOR NOTICE  CO Shield will detect the accumulation of carbon monoxide ® (CO) from other fuel burning sources such as engine powered equipment, or propane heaters used in the area of operation. If...

  • Page 23: Generator Location

    OPERATION 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC 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 24 OPERATION 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER GENERATOR 4. Pull choke knob out to the full “CHOKE” position. Manual Start 5. Pull the recoil cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly. Electric Start 5. Press and hold the ignition switch to the “START” position.

  • Page 25: Starting The Engine: Propane (Lpg)

    OPERATION 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER GENERATOR Electric Start NOTICE  6. Press the ignition switch to the “START” position for 2-3 If the engine starts but does not continue to run make certain seconds. that the generator is on a flat, level surface. The engine is equipped with a low oil sensor that will prevent the engine from running when the oil level falls below a critical threshold.

  • Page 26: Battery

    OPERATION 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER GENERATOR Manual Start NOTICE  6. PULL-TO-PRIME: Pull the starter cord 3-5 times until you feel If the engine starts but does not run make certain that the some combustion pulses.

  • Page 27: Connecting Electrical Loads

    OPERATION 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER 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 28: Gfci

    OPERATION 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC 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 29: Stopping The Engine

    OPERATION 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER GENERATOR Propane 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. The vehicle or the generator may be damaged.

  • Page 30: Operation At High Altitude

    MAINTENANCE 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER GENERATOR MAINTENANCE 3. While maintaining balance, roll the generator to the desired location. Make certain that the generator is kept clean and stored properly. Only operate the unit on a flat, level surface in a clean, dry operating environment.

  • Page 31: Changing The Engine Oil

    MAINTENANCE 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER GENERATOR Changing the Engine Oil 2. Remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug. Change oil when the engine is warm. Refer to the oil specification to select the proper grade for your operating environment.

  • Page 32: Cleaning The Spark Arrestor

    MAINTENANCE 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER GENERATOR Adjusting the Governor 4. Saturate in clean engine oil. 5. Squeeze in a clean, absorbent cloth to remove all excess oil. WARNING  6. Replace the foam element around the assembly.

  • Page 33: Maintenance Schedule

    STORAGE 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER GENERATOR STORAGE Maintenance Schedule Follow the service intervals indicated in the following maintenance WARNING  schedule. Service your generator more frequently when operating in adverse To avoid accidental or unintended ignition of your generator conditions.

  • Page 34: Mid Term Storage (30 Days - 1 Year)

    STORAGE 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER GENERATOR Mid Term Storage (30 days – 1 year) 11. SLOWLY pull the recoil to rotate the engine to distribute and lubricate the cylinder. Ethanol blended gasoline in the tank has a maximum shelf life 12.

  • Page 35: Lpg Storage

    STORAGE 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER GENERATOR LPG Storage Removing from Storage: Propane (LPG) Always disconnect the LPG hose from the generator and shut off Upon removal from storage, inspect LPG fittings and hose lines for the LPG tank for proper storage.

  • Page 36: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS Recommended Engine Oil Type 10W-30 Generator Specifications 5W-30 10W-40 Generator Model .......... .

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    TROUbLESHOOTING 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC 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 38 TROUbLESHOOTING 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER 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.
  • Page 39 TROUbLESHOOTING 201417 - 11,000W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER GENERATOR Problem Cause Solution Review load and adjust. See “Connecting Overload. Electrical Loads.” Repeated circuit breaker tripping. Check for damaged, bare or frayed wires. Replace Faulty power cords or device. defective device.

  • Page 40: 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 41: 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 2025 small off-road engine and engine powered equipment.

  • Page 42: 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 43: 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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