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P O W E R G E N E R A T O R
3500 Starting Watts / 3000 Rated Watts
Recoil Start
PORTABLE GENERATOR
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Important Safety Instructions
are included in this manual.
OWNER'S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL NUMBER
46599
MADE IN CHINA
REV 46599-20120703
10006 Santa Fe Springs Road
Santa Fe Springs CA 90670
USA / 1-877-338-0999
www.championpowerequipment.com
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Page 1: Recoil Start
P O W E R G E N E R A T O R OWNER’S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3500 Starting Watts / 3000 Rated Watts Recoil Start PORTABLE GENERATOR MODEL NUMBER 46599 10006 Santa Fe Springs Road SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Santa Fe Springs CA 90670 Important Safety Instructions USA / 1-877-338-0999... - Page 2 Have questions or need assistance? Do not return this product to the store! WE ARE HERE TO HELP! Visit our website: www.championpowerequipment.com for more info: • Product Info & Updates • Tech Bulletins • Frequently Asked Questions • Product Registration –...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
46599 3500 Starting Watts / 3000 Rated Watts Recoil Start PORTABLE GENERATOR TABLE Of CONTENTS Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spark Arrester . -
Page 4: Introduction
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 . -
Page 5: Manual Conventions
46599 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 . -
Page 6: Safety Rules
46599 ENGLISH SAfETy RULES WARNING dANGER Generator produces powerful voltage . Read this manual thoroughly before operating your 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 . - Page 7 46599 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 .
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Page 8: Controls And Features
46599 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 – 3 .8 gal . (14 .4 L) capacity fuel tank . Oil Filler Cap –... -
Page 9: Power Panel
46599 ENGLISH CONTROLS ANd fEATURES Power Panel Engine Switch – Used to start or stop the Circuit Breakers – Protects the generator against generator . electrical overloads . Press button reset . 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp Duplex (2) AC Output Indicator – Indicates when power is (NEMA 5-20R) –... -
Page 10: Parts Included
46599 ENGLISH CONTROLS ANd fEATURES Parts Included Your 46599 Gasoline Powered Generator ships with the following parts: Wheel Kit – 8” Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . –... -
Page 11: Assembly
46599 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 nuts (M8) . -
Page 12: Install The Spark Arrester
46599 ENGLISH ASSEMBLy Install the Spark Arrester Add Engine Oil Cont’d. 1 . Insert the spark arrester screen into the muffler outlet . 1 . Place the generator on a flat, level surface . 2 . Secure the spark arrester by placing the cover plate over the end of the screen, with the lettering facing outward . -
Page 13: Add Fuel
46599 ENGLISH ASSEMBLy Add fuel Add fuel Cont’d. 1 . Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded fuel with a NOTE minimum octane rating of 85 and an ethanol content of less than 10% by volume . Our engines work well with 10% or less ethanol 2 . -
Page 14: Operation
46599 ENGLISH OPERATION Generator Location Surge Protection Please consult your local authority . In some areas, CAUTION generators must be registered with the local utility . Generators used at construction sites may be subject to Voltage fluctuation may impair the proper additional rules and regulations . -
Page 15: Connecting Electrical Loads
46599 ENGLISH OPERATION Connecting Electrical Loads do Not Overload Generator 1 . Let the engine stabilize and warm up for a few Capacity minutes after starting Follow these simple steps to calculate the running and 2 . Plug in and turn on the desired 120 Volt AC single starting watts necessary for your purposes . -
Page 16: Operation At High Altitude
. To alleviate high altitude issues other than the natural power loss, Champion Power Equipment can provide a high altitude carburetor main jet . The alternative main jet and installation instructions can be obtained by contacting Customer Support . -
Page 17: Maintenance And Storage
46599 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 . -
Page 18: Spark Arrester
Service your generator more frequently when operating in adverse conditions . Contact our helpline at 1-877-338-0999 to locate the nearest Champion Power Equipment certified service dealer for your generator or engine maintenance needs . Every 8 hours or daily Check oil level... -
Page 19: Generator Maintenance
46599 ENGLISH MAINTENANCE ANd STORAGE Generator Maintenance Generator Storage Cont’d. Make certain that the generator is kept clean and stored NOTE properly . Only operate the unit on a flat, level surface in Our engines work well with 10% or less ethanol a clean, dry operating environment . -
Page 20: Specifications
46599 ENGLISH SPECIfICATIONS Spark Plugs Engine Specifications OEM spark plug: NHSP F6RTC – Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66534 Replacement spark plug: NGK BPR6ES or equivalent –... -
Page 21: Wiring Diagram
46599 ENGLISH SPECIfICATIONS Wiring diagram REV 46599-20120703... -
Page 22: Parts Diagram
46599 ENGLISH SPECIfICATIONS Parts diagram REV 46599-20120703... -
Page 23: Parts List
46599 ENGLISH Parts List Part Number Description Part Number Description 168 .070100 .01 Fuel Tank Cap 168FD-2-GC Engine 168 .070014 .01 Pipe,Reversal Valve 504 .191100 .04 Rotor Assembly ST160F-1070007 Clamp ST02FD-02100005-2 .5 Flange Bolt M8×233 ST168FD-1070400- GB96 8 Washerφ8 Reversal Valve CARB GB7244 8 Lock Washer φ8... -
Page 24: Engine Parts Diagram
46599 ENGLISH SPECIfICATIONS Engine Parts diagram REV 46599-20120703... -
Page 25: Engine Parts List
46599 ENGLISH Part Number Description Part Number Description ST168FD-1090003 Separator GB5789-FB6-8 Flange Bolt 6 x 8 ST168FD-1090002 Air Cleaner Seal ST160F-1061200 Recoil Starter Knob ST168FD-1091000- 160 .061100 .32 Recoil Starter Assembly Base, Air Cleaner CARB ST160F-1061005 Recoil Starter Spring ST160F-1130003-CPE Gasket, Carburetor ST160F-1061009 Recoil Starter Rope... -
Page 26: Troubleshooting
46599 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 Place generator on a flat, level surface Generator starts but runs roughly Choke in the wrong position . -
Page 27: Warranty
. 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 . - Page 28 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 2012 small off-road engine and engine powered equipment.
- Page 29 EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY The following are specific provisions relative to your Emission Control System 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 or equipment is delivered to its original, end-use purchaser, and shall continue for 24 consecutive months thereafter.
- 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.
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