Champion Power Equipment manufactures Congratulations on your purchase of a and sells accessories designed to help you Champion Power Equipment generator. CPE get the most from your purchase. To find out designs and builds generators to strict more about our covers, power cables and specifications.
NOTE If you have questions regarding your generator, WARNING we can help. Please call our help line at (877) 338-0999. WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous could situation which, if not avoided, result in death or serious injury. Rev C40012-20070228...
Traumatic amputation or severe laceration can result. Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. Tie up long hair and remove jewelry. Operate equipment with guards in place. DO NOT wear loose-fitting clothing, dangling drawstrings or items that could become caught. Rev C40012-20070228...
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DO NOT allow any material to block the cooling slots. If connected devices overheat, turn them off and disconnect them from the generator. DO NOT use the generator if: Electrical output is lost Equipment sparks, smokes or emits flames Equipment vibrates excessively Rev C40012-20070228...
(4) Air Cleaner – Protects the engine by (8) Oil Filler Cap – Check and fill engine filtering dust and debris from the intake air. oil level. (5) Recoil Starter – Used to start the (9) Power Panel – See “Power Panel” engine Rev C40012-20070228...
(6) Ground Terminal – Consult an (4) 120 V 30 A Twist-Lock – protected by electrician for local grounding regulations. a 25 A push-to-reset circuit breaker. This receptacle powers 120 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single Rev C40012-20070228...
Controls and Features Parts Included Your Model C40012 Gasoline Powered Generator ships with the following parts: Wheel Kit Axle 1 piece Solid Wheel 2 pieces Vibration Mounts 2 pieces Handle 1 piece Support Leg 1 piece Bolt Kit Wheel Retaining Pins...
CAUTION You will need the following tools to install Failure to install the spark arrester may result in the wheels: an increased risk of fire.. 12 mm wrench (included) Socket wrench with a 12 mm socket Pliers Rev C40012-20070228...
We strongly for the life of the bearing. recommend that you consult with a qualified electrician to ensure compliance with local electrical codes. Add Fuel Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded fuel with a minimum octane rating of 85. Rev C40012-20070228...
Surge suppressors come in single- or electrical devices plugged in or turned multi-outlet styles. They’re designed to protect against virtually all short- 2. Let the generator run at no-load for duration voltage fluctuations. several minutes to stabilize internal Rev C40012-20070228...
2. Surge wattage is the extra burst of item. power needed to start some electric NOTE driven equipment. Following the steps listed under “Power Management” will Never exceed the generator capacity when guarantee that only one device will be adding loads. starting at a time. Rev C40012-20070228...
Remove the oil drain plug with a 15 mm socket and extension. 2. Allow the oil to drain completely. 3. Replace the drain plug. 4. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick to add oil. 5. Add 0.63 qt (0.6 L) of oil and replace oil fill cap/dipstick. Rev C40012-20070228...
Every 3 years Cleaning Replace fuel line CAUTION To be performed by knowledgeable, experienced owners or Champion Power Equipment certified service dealers DO NOT spray engine with water. Water can contaminate the fuel system. Generator Maintenance Use a damp cloth to clean exterior surfaces Make certain that the generator is kept clean of the engine.
Maintenance section. 5. Store in a clean, dry place out of direct 3. Drain all fuel completely from the fuel sunlight. line and carburetor to prevent gum from forming. 4. Add a fuel stabilizer into the fuel tank. Rev C40012-20070228...
Contact the help line. Generator gallops Engine governor defective Contact the help line Repeated circuit breaker tripping Overload Review load and adjust. See “Power Management” Faulty cords or device Check for damaged, bare or frayed wires. Replace defective device Rev C40012-20070228...
Warranty Qualifications Champion Power Equipment (CPE) will Installation, Use and register this warranty upon receipt of your Maintenance Warranty Registration Card and a copy of...
Contact Information Address Champion Power Equipment, Inc. Customer Service 10006 Santa Fe Springs Rd. Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 Customer Service Mon – Fri 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (PST/PDT) Toll Free: 1-877-338-0999 Fax no.: 1-562-236-9429...
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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 the U.S. EPA emission regulations. YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS: The US EPA AND CPE are pleased to explain the Federal Emission Control Systems Warranty on your 2005 and later, small off-road engine.
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Such use shall not reduce CPE’s warranty obligation. i. Unapproved add-on or modified parts may not be used to modify or repair a CPE engine. Such use voids this ECS Warranty and shall be sufficient grounds for disallowing an Rev C40012-20070228...
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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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