Champion Power Equipment 40008 Owner's Manual And Operating Instructions

Champion Power Equipment 40008 Owner's Manual And Operating Instructions

4000 peak watts / 3500 running watts portable generator

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40008
Rev 40008-20070531
Owner's Manual and Operating Instructions
4000 Peak Watts / 3500 Running Watts
PORTABLE GENERATOR

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  • Page 1 40008 Rev 40008-20070531 Owner’s Manual and Operating Instructions 4000 Peak Watts / 3500 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 1-877- 338-0999. WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous could situation which, if not avoided, result in death or serious injury. Rev 40008-20070531...
  • 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 40008-20070531...
  • 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 40008-20070531...
  • Page 9: Controls And Features

    (4) Air Cleaner – Protects the engine by filtering dust and debris from the intake air. (10) Power Panel – See “Power Panel” (5) Recoil Starter – Used to start the engine (6) Serial Number – Please have this number available when calling for assistance. Rev 40008-20070531...
  • Page 10: Power Panel

    25 A push-to-reset circuit breaker. This receptacle powers 120 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single (7) Ground Terminal – Consult an phase loads requiring up to 30 Amps or electrician for local grounding regulations. 3000 watts of power. Rev 40008-20070531...
  • Page 11: Parts Included

    Controls and Features Parts Included Your Model 40008 Electric Start 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...
  • Page 12: Assembly

    6. Carefully bend the legs of the cotter pin to the generator as a result of failure to follow back around the axle. these instructions will void your warranty. 7. Repeat steps 3-6 to attach the second wheel. Rev 40008-20070531...
  • Page 13: Add Fuel

    4. Remove the fuel cap 5. Slowly add fuel to the tank. DO NOT overfill. Allow approximately ¼ inch of space for fuel expansion. 6. Screw on the fuel cap and wipe away any spilled fuel. Rev 40008-20070531...
  • Page 14: Operation

    DO NOT connect 50 Hz loads to the your sensitive equipment. generator. Surge suppressors come in single- or DO NOT overload the generator. multi-outlet styles. They’re designed to protect against virtually all short- duration voltage fluctuations. Rev 40008-20070531...
  • Page 15: Stopping The Engine

    2. Surge wattage is the extra burst of power needed to start some electric driven equipment. Following the steps listed under “Power Management” will guarantee that only one device will be starting at a time. Rev 40008-20070531...
  • 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 40008-20070531...
  • 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 40008-20070531...
  • Page 18: Spark Arrester

    Contact our help line at 1-877-338-0999 to Inspect all air vents and cooling slots to locate the nearest Champion Power ensure that they are clean and unobstructed. Equipment certified service dealer for your generator or engine maintenance needs. Rev 40008-20070531...
  • 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 40008-20070531...
  • Page 20: Specifications

    Intake 0.13-0.17mm (0.005 – 0.007 in.) Fuel capacity is 4 US gallons (15 L). Use Exhaust 0.18-0.22mm (0.007 – 0.009 in.) regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 85. Oil capacity is 0.63 qt (0.6 L). Rev 40008-20070531...
  • Page 21: Parts Diagram

    Specifications Parts Diagram Rev 40008-20070531...
  • Page 22: Parts List

    20 Amp Circuit Breaker ST02FD-1151208-M Grounding Terminal ST02FD-1151200C Receptacle 5-20R 1010 RV Receptacle Receptacle L5-30R 2631 Meter Button ST188FD-1712000 Ignition Switch ST02FD-1150110-Q-2 Control Panel ST168FD-1151201-R Control Box ST188FD-1020001 Sheath GB818-85 Screw M5×35 GB6170-86 Nut M8 ST02FD-1151300B Motor Mount 1 Rev 40008-20070531...
  • Page 23 Battery Setting Plate ST168FD-1144052-2 9AH Battery ST168FD-1151310-J Battery Support ST02FD-1151301-08 Axle (25.1 in) 8in Wheel (Solid) ST29QXG-2000005 GB97.1-85 Flat Washer GB/T91-2000 Cotter Pin 2630 Multi-purpose Meter ST188FD-1750002-C1 Battery Red Wire (+) ST188FD-1750002-C2 Battery Black Wire (-) ST188FD-1751002 Sheath Rev 40008-20070531...
  • Page 24: Wiring Diagram

    Specifications Wiring Diagram Rev 40008-20070531...
  • 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 40008-20070531...
  • 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 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. YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS: The California Air Resources Board, US EPA AND CPE are pleased to explain the Federal and California Emission Control Systems Warranty on your 2005 and later, small off-road engine.
  • Page 29 Any CPE Authorized and approved emission-related replacement part may be used in the performance of any ECS Warranty maintenance or repair and will be provided without charge to the owner. Such use shall not reduce CPE’s warranty obligation. Rev 40008-20070531...
  • Page 30 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.
  • Page 31: Notes

    Notes Notes Rev 40008-20070531...

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