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OWNER’S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4000 Peak Watts / 3500 Running Watts Wireless Remote Electric Start PORTABLE GENERATOR yEAR MODEL NUMBER 46512 LIMITED WARRANTY 10006 Santa Fe Springs Road SAvE THESE INSTRuCTIONS Santa Fe Springs CA 90670 Important Safety Instructions USA / 1 (877) 338-0999 MADE IN CHINA are included in this manual.
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Introduction Accessories Congratulations on your purchase of a Champion Champion Power Equipment manufactures and sells Power Equipment generator . CPE designs and builds accessories designed to help you get the most from generators to strict specifications . With proper use and your purchase .
46512 ENGLISH MANuAL CONvENTIONS This manual uses the following symbols to help differentiate between different kinds of information . The safety symbol is used with a key word to alert you to potential hazards in operating and owning power equipment . Follow all safety messages to avoid or reduce the risk of serious injury or death .
46512 ENGLISH SAfETy RuLES WARNING dANGER Read this manual thoroughly before operating your Generator produces powerful voltage . generator . Failure to follow instructions could result DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles . in serious injury or death . DO NOT use electrical cords that are worn, damaged or frayed .
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46512 ENGLISH SAfETy RuLES dANGER WARNING Fuel and fuel vapors are highly flammable and Rapid retraction of the starter cord will pull hand and extremely explosive . arm towards the engine faster than you can let go . Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death . Unintentional startup can result in entanglement, Unintentional startup can result in entanglement, traumatic amputation or laceration .
46512 ENGLISH CONTROLS ANd fEATuRES Read this owner’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 Fuel Tank – 4 gallon (15 L) capacity fuel tank . Recoil Starter –...
46512 ENGLISH CONTROLS ANd fEATuRES Power Panel Intelligauge – Three mode digital meter for running 120V / 30A Twist-Lock – This receptacle powers hours, voltage and hertz . 120 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single phase loads requiring up to 29 .2 Amps or 3500 Watts of power . Ignition Switch 120V / 30A Recreational Vehicle (RV) Receptacle –...
46512 ENGLISH CONTROLS ANd fEATuRES Wireless Remote Control Power Panel Load Management Cont’d. This generator is equipped with a wireless remote voltage delay when the pushbutton electric start or recoil control system for starting and stopping . The system start method is used. consists of (4) main components: When the pushbutton electric start or recoil start 1 .
46512 ENGLISH ASSEMBLy Install the Support Leg Your generator requires some assembly . This unit ships from our factory without oil . It must be properly serviced 1 . Attach the support leg to the generator frame with with fuel and oil before operation . cap screws (M8x16) and lock nuts (M8) .
46512 ENGLISH ASSEMBLy Connect the Battery Add Engine Oil 1 . Remove the protective cover from the red (+) lead on CAuTION the battery . 2 . Attach the red (+) lead to the red (+) terminal on the DO NOT attempt to crank or start the engine before battery with the cap screw (M6x10) and secure with it has been properly filled with the recommended the lock washer (M6) .
46512 ENGLISH ASSEMBLy Grounding Add Engine Oil Cont’d. Your generator must be properly connected to an NOTE appropriate ground to help prevent electric shock . Check oil often during the break-in period . Refer to the WARNING Maintenance section for recommended service intervals . Failure to properly ground the generator can result NOTE in electric shock .
46512 ENGLISH OPERATION Generator Location Wireless Remote Start Please consult your local authority . In some areas, Wireless remote starting is only possible within 80 feet of generators must be registered with the local utility . the generator . Generators used at construction sites may be subject to Do not attempt to adjust the carburetor choke .
46512 ENGLISH OPERATION Stopping the Engine Connecting Electrical Loads 1 . Turn off all electrical loads connected to the 1 . Let the engine stabilize and warm up for a few generator . Never start or stop the generator with minutes after starting electrical devices plugged in and turned on .
46512 ENGLISH OPERATION do Not Overload Generator Wattage Reference Chart Use the chart to determine approximate wattage Capacity requirements for your equipment . Follow these simple steps to calculate the running and starting watts necessary for your purposes . CAuTION 1 .
46512 ENGLISH MAINTENANCE ANd STORAGE The owner/operator is responsible for all periodic Oil Cont’d. maintenance . NOTE WARNING Once oil has been added, a visual check should show oil about 1-2 threads from running out of the fi ll hole . Never operate a damaged or defective generator .
Contact our help line at 1 (877) 338-0999 to locate the 4 . Carefully remove the carbon deposits from the spark nearest Champion Power Equipment certified service arrester screen with a wire brush . dealer for your generator or engine maintenance needs .
46512 ENGLISH MAINTENANCE ANd STORAGE Generator Maintenance dANGER Make certain that the generator is kept clean and stored properly . Only operate the unit on a flat, level surface in Generator exhaust contains odorless and colorless a clean, dry operating environment . DO NOT expose the carbon monoxide gas .
46512 ENGLISH Parts List Part Number Description Part Number Description 168FDE-2-G1 Engine GB6177 M8 Nut M8 ST02FD-02100011 Build Up (B) GB5789 M8x45 Flange Bolt M8x45 ST02FD-02100012 Build Up (A) ST02FD-0184-2 .5(F) Frame ST02FD-02110000-2 .5 Rotor Comp ST02FD-1151300C-1 Bottom Rubber II ST02FD-02100005-2 .5 Flange BoltM8x233 ST02FD-1151300D-1...
46512 ENGLISH TROuBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Generator will not start No fuel Add fuel Faulty spark plug Replace spark plug Unit loaded during start up Remove load from unit Generator will not start; Low oil level Fill crankcase to the proper level Generator starts but runs roughly Place generator on a flat, level surface Choke in the wrong position .
. Warranty Qualifications Other Exclusions Champion Power Equipment (CPE) will register this This warranty excludes: warranty upon receipt of your Warranty Registration Card – Cosmetic defects such as paint, decals, etc .
States Environment Protection Agency (u.S. EPA.) Emission Control System Warranty Your Champion Power Equipment (CPE) engine complies with 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 1997 and later small off-road engine .
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46512 ENGLISH WARRANTy EMISSION CONTROL SySTEM WARRANTy The following are specific provisions relative to your Emission Control System Warranty Coverage. Emission Control System Warranty (ECS Warranty) for 1997 and later model year engines): 1. APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to 1997 and later model year engines) . The ECS Warranty Period shall begin on the date the new engine or equipment is delivered to its original, end-use purchaser, and shall continue for 24 consecutive months thereafter .
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Champion Power Equipment dealer who is authorized by Champion Power Equipment, Inc . to sell and service that CPE product during his normal business hours . Claims for repair or adjustment found to be caused solely by defects in material or workmanship will not be denied because the engine was not properly maintained and used .