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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...
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...
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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...
(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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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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.
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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...
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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.
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