Champion Power Equipment 42432 Owner's Manual & Operating Instructions

Champion Power Equipment 42432 Owner's Manual & Operating Instructions

1800 starting watts / 1400 rated watts

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OWNER'S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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8/18/11
10:45 AM
1800 Starting Watts / 1400 Rated Watts
PORTABLE GENERATOR
MODEL NUMBER
42432
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.
REV 42432-20111230
www.championpowerequipment.com

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Summary of Contents for Champion Power Equipment 42432

  • Page 1 1800 Starting Watts / 1400 Rated Watts PORTABLE GENERATOR MODEL NUMBER 42432 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. REV 42432-20111230 www.championpowerequipment.com...
  • 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 –...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    42432 1800 Starting Watts / 1400 Rated Watts PORTABLE GENERATOR TABLE Of CONTENTS Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
  • 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

    . Please call our help line at 1-877-338-0999. situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury . CAuTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury . REV 42432-20111230...
  • Page 6: Safety Rules

    Inform your electricity provider immediately if you or anyone in your household depends on electrical equipment to live . Inform your electrical provider immediately if a loss of power would cause you or anyone in your household to experience a medical emergency . REV 42432-20111230...
  • Page 7 – Electrical output is lost – Equipment sparks, smokes or emits flames A spark arrestor may be required . The operator – Equipment vibrates excessively should contact local fire agencies for laws or regulations relating to fire prevention requirements . REV 42432-20111230...
  • Page 8: Controls And Features

    Fuel Valve – Turn this valve to the “ON” position to Power Panel – See “Power Panel” section . supply fuel to the engine . Air Cleaner – Protects the engine by filtering dust and debris from the intake air . REV 42432-20111230...
  • Page 9: Power Panel

    Voltmeter – Used to display alternator output 60 Hz electrical loads . voltage . Ground Terminal – Consult an electrician for local Circuit Breaker – Protects the generator against grounding regulations . electrical overloads . Push to reset breaker . REV 42432-20111230...
  • Page 10: Parts Included

    42432 ENGLISH CONTROLS AND fEATuRES Parts Included Your 42432 Gasoline Powered Generator ships with the following parts: Spark Arrester Kit – Spark Arrestor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
  • Page 11: Assembly

    . NOTE The generator rotor has a sealed, pre-lubricated ball NOTE bearing that requires no additional lubrication for the life of the bearing . The recommended oil type is 10W-30 4-cycle automotive oil . REV 42432-20111230...
  • Page 12: Add Fuel

    . covered land, or grass- covered land unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrester . CAuTION Failure to install the spark arrester may result in an increased risk of fire . REV 42432-20111230...
  • Page 13: Operation

    If the engine starts but does not run make certain 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 . REV 42432-20111230...
  • Page 14: Connecting Electrical Loads

    4 . Turn the Fuel Valve to the “OFF” position . Important: If the generator will be moved or stored turn the Fuel Valve to the “OFF“ position and ensure the Engine Switch on the Power Panel is in the “OFF“ position . REV 42432-20111230...
  • Page 15: Maintenance And Storage

    5 . Squeeze in a clean, absorbent cloth to remove all management facility . excess oil . 6 . Place the fi lter in the assembly . 7 . Reattach the air fi lter cover and snap in place . REV 42432-20111230...
  • Page 16: Spark Arrester

    Failure to clean the spark arrester will result in Contact our helpline at 1-877-338-0999 to locate the degraded engine performance . nearest Champion Power Equipment certified service dealer for your generator or engine maintenance needs . Every 8 hours or daily...
  • Page 17: Generator Maintenance

    . Crank the engine slowly to distribute the oil and lubricate the cylinder . 8 . Reattach the spark plug . 9 . Store the unit in a clean, dry place out of direct sunlight . REV 42432-20111230...
  • Page 18: Specifications

    10% by volume . Use 4-Cycle automotive oil . Oil capacity is 0 .42 qt . (0 .4 L) . Please reference the following chart for recommended oil types for use in the generator . REV 42432-20111230...
  • Page 19: Wiring Diagram

    42432 ENGLISH SPECIfICATIONS Wiring Diagram REV 42432-20111230...
  • Page 20: Parts List & View

    42432 ENGLISH SPECIfICATIONS Parts Diagram REV 42432-20111230...
  • Page 21: Parts List

    ST154FD-1100400 Holder, Muffler ST188FD-1180121 Spark Arrester Assembly ST154FD-3000008 Bolt M6×90 ST188FD-1100010-88 Cover, Spark Arrester ST02FD-02100004(Y) Generator End Cover GB9074 .4 M5×14 Screw Combination M5×14 ST154FD-2001000- GB16674 M5×12 Screw M5×12 Ornament D1(F) ST02FD-02100013-14 Ground Wire ST02FD-03221002 Flange Bolt M6×12 REV 42432-20111230...
  • Page 22: Engine Parts Diagram

    42432 ENGLISH SPECIfICATIONS Engine Parts Diagram REV 42432-20111230...
  • Page 23: Engine Parts List

    GB5789 M6x8 Bolt M6x8 ST154F-1110001 Governing Shaft ST154FD-1111000 Governing Rack ST154F-1110006 Clip ST160F-1126000 Diode Comp ST154F-1110005 Governing Spring 100 ST154F-1030300-A Oil Level Sensor ST154F-1110004 Governing Lever 101 GB16674 M6×18 Bolt M6x18 ST154F-1110002 Carburetor Connecting Rod 102 ST154F-1040008 Oil Seal REV 42432-20111230...
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    Review load and adjust . See “Power Management” Faulty cords or device Check for damaged, bare or frayed wires . Replace defective device for further technical support: Technical Service Mon – Fri 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (PST/PDT) Toll Free: 1-877-338-0999 tech@championpowerequipment .com REV 42432-20111230...
  • Page 25: 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 26 The California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the United States Environment Protection Agency (U.S. EPA.) Emission Control System Warranty Your Champion Power Equipment (CPE) engine complies with both the U.S. EPA and state of California Air Resources Board (CARB) emission regulations.
  • Page 27 EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY The following are specific provisions relative to your Emission Control System Warranty Coverage. 1. APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to 1995 and later model year California small off-road engines (for other states, 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.
  • Page 28 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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