Champion C40012 Owner's Manual And Operating Instructions

Champion C40012 Owner's Manual And Operating Instructions

3500 peak watts / 3000 running watts

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C40012
Rev C40012-20070228
1-877-338-0999
10006 Santa Fe Springs Rd.
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Made in China
© 2004-2007 Champion Power Equipment
Owners Manual and Operating Instructions
3500 Peak Watts
3000 Running Watts
PORTABLE GENERATOR

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  • Page 1 C40012 Rev C40012-20070228 1-877-338-0999 10006 Santa Fe Springs Rd. Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 Made in China © 2004-2007 Champion Power Equipment Owners Manual and Operating Instructions 3500 Peak Watts 3000 Running Watts PORTABLE GENERATOR...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ........1 Storage ........... 15 Portable Power Generator ......1 Engine Storage ........15 Accessories..........1 Generator Storage........15 This Booklet ..........1 Specifications ......... 16 Manual Conventions ......2 Engine Specifications......16 Safety Rules ........3 Generator Specifications......16 Controls and Features.......
  • Page 5: Introduction

    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.
  • Page 6: Manual Conventions

    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...
  • Page 7: Safety Rules

    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...
  • Page 8 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...
  • Page 9: Controls And Features

    (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...
  • Page 10: Power Panel

    (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...
  • Page 11: Parts Included

    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...
  • Page 12: Assembly

    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...
  • Page 13: Add Engine Oil

    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...
  • Page 14: Operation

    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...
  • Page 15: Do Not Overload Generator

    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...
  • Page 16: Wattage Reference Chart

    Job Site Belt Sander 3" 1000 1500 Bench Grinder 6" 1500 Circular Saw 1500 1500 Compressor 1 1/2 HP 2500 2500 Edge Trimmer Hand Drill 1/2" 1000 1000 Lawn Mower 1200 1800 Paint Sprayer 1200 Table Saw 2000 2000 Rev C40012-20070228...
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    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...
  • Page 18: Spark Arrester

    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.
  • Page 19: Storage

    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...
  • Page 20: Specifications

    Intake 0.13-0.17mm (0.005 – 0.007 in.) Fuel Exhaust 0.18-0.22mm (0.007 – 0.009 in.) Fuel capacity is 4 US gallons (15 L). Use regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 85. Oil capacity is 0.63 qt (0.6 L). Rev C40012-20070228...
  • Page 21: Parts Diagram

    Specifications Parts Diagram Rev C40012-20070228...
  • Page 22: Parts List

    Crankcase Cover GB5789-FB6-12 Flange Bolt M6×12 ST168FD-112-0001 Grounding Wire ST07FD-115-0011-001000 Grommet ST07FD-115-0012 Conduit ST07FD-115-0013 Grommet ST07FD-115-0016-000100 20 Amp Circuit Breaker ST07FD-115-0017-000100 25 Amp Circuit Breaker ST07FD-115-0014 Grounding Terminal ST07FD-115-0015 L5-20 120v. Duplex ST168FD-115-0001-000100 TT-30 Receptacle Adapter ST07FD-115-0018 L5-30 Receptacle Rev C40012-20070228...
  • Page 23 Spark Arrester (optional) ST168FD-110-0006 Muffler Support Bracket ST168FD-320-0004 Handle GB5789-FB8-45 Flange Bolt M8×45 GB5781-B8-35 Bolt M8×35 ST07FD-320-0010 Support Leg ST07FD-320-0009 Rubber Pad GB5789-FB8-32 Flange Bolt M8×32 WP-40-2000110E Axle ST29QXG-320-0004 8" Solid Wheel GB90-W-16 Washer ø16 GBT91-CP3.2-40 Cotter Pin 3.2×40 Rev C40012-20070228...
  • Page 24: Wiring Diagram

    Specifications Wiring Diagram Rev C40012-20070228...
  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    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...
  • Page 26: Warranty

    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...
  • Page 27: Contact Information

    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...
  • Page 28 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.
  • Page 29 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...
  • Page 30 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.
  • Page 31: Notes

    Notes Notes Rev C40012-20070228...

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