Champion 40026 Owner's Manual & Operating Instructions

Champion 40026 Owner's Manual & Operating Instructions

3500 peak watts/3000 running watts portable generator

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OWNER'S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3500 Peak Watts / 3000 Running Watts
PORTABLE GENERATOR
2
yEAR
MODEL NUMBER
40026
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.
REV 40026-20101025
www.championpowerequipment.com

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  • Page 1 PORTABLE GENERATOR yEAR MODEL NUMBER 40026 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. REV 40026-20101025 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

    40026 3500 Peak Watts / 3000 Running Watts PORTABLE GENERATOR TABLE Of CONTENTs Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
  • Page 4: Introduction

    ENGLISH 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 40026-20101025...
  • Page 6: Safety Rules

    Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts . combustible materials . 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 40026-20101025...
  • Page 7 A spark arrestor may be required . The operator DO NOT use the generator if: should contact local fire agencies for laws or – Electrical output is lost regulations relating to fire prevention requirements . – Equipment sparks, smokes or emits flames – Equipment vibrates excessively REV 40026-20101025...
  • Page 8: Controls And Features

    Choke – Used to start the engine . Oil Filler Cap – Check and fill engine oil level . Air Cleaner – Protects the engine by filtering dust and debris from the intake air . Power Panel – See “Power Panel” . REV 40026-20101025...
  • Page 9: Power Panel

    Intelligauge . up to 20 Amps 0r 2400 Watts of power . 120V / 30A Twist-Lock – Protected by a 25 Amp Ground Terminal – Consult an electrician for local Flip-to-reset circuit breaker . This receptacle grounding regulations . REV 40026-20101025...
  • Page 10: Parts Included

    40026 ENGLISH CONTROLs ANd fEATuREs Parts Included Your 40026 Gasoline Powered Generator ships with the following parts: Wheel Kit – 8” Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
  • Page 11: Assembly

    . DO NOT over tighten the lock nuts . 3 . Slide the bolt through the mount point on the frame . 4 . Fasten securely with the Mx10 nut . 5 . Repeat steps 2-4 to attach the second wheel . REV 40026-20101025...
  • Page 12: Install The Spark Arrester

    . 4 . Check engine oil level daily and add as needed . CAuTION The engine is equipped with a low-oil-shutoff and will stop when the oil level in the crankcase falls below the threshold level . REV 40026-20101025...
  • Page 13: Add Fuel

    DO NOT fill fuel tank indoors . DO NOT fill fuel tank when the engine is running or hot . DO NOT overfill the fuel tank . DO NOT light cigarettes or smoke when filling the fuel tank . REV 40026-20101025...
  • Page 14: Operation

    If the generator will be connected to a building electrical system, consult your local utility company or a qualified electrician . Connections must isolate generator power from utility power and must comply with all applicable laws and codes . REV 40026-20101025...
  • Page 15: Stopping The Engine

    7 . Repeat steps 5-6 for each additional item . Edge Trimmer NOTE Hand Drill 1/2” 1000 1000 Lawn Mower 1200 1800 Never exceed the specified capacity when adding Paint Sprayer 1200 loads to the generator . Table Saw 2000 2000 REV 40026-20101025...
  • Page 16: Maintenance And Storage

    6 . Dispose of used oil at an approved waste excess oil . management facility . 6 . Place the fi lter in the assembly . 7 . Reattach the air fi lter cover and snap in place . REV 40026-20101025...
  • Page 17: Spark Arrester

    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 .
  • Page 18: 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 40026-20101025...
  • Page 19: Specifications

    10% by volume . Use 4-Cycle automotive oil . Oil capacity is 0 .63 qt qt (0 .6 L) . Please reference the following chart for recommended oil types for use in the generator . REV 40026-20101025...
  • Page 20: Parts Diagram

    40026 ENGLISH sPECIfICATIONs Parts diagram REV 40026-20101025...
  • Page 21: Parts List

    Nut M8 GB96-85-P10 Flat Washer 10 mm ST02FD-1151300A Bottom Rubber (II) ST02FD-03621001 Bush10 .5x58 .5 ST02FD-03631000 Frame ST177FD-1152300 8 in Wheel ST168FD-1151301 Frame Wing GB/T6182-2000-N10 Nut M10 ST02FD-1151002 Muffler Cover GB5789-86-FB6-12 Flange Bolt M6x12 ST168FD-1090006 Air Cleaner Stay REV 40026-20101025...
  • Page 22: Wiring Diagram

    40026 ENGLISH sPECIfICATIONs Wiring diagram REV 40026-20101025...
  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    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 40026-20101025...
  • Page 24: 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 25: Emission Control System Warranty

    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 .
  • Page 26 ECS Warranty and shall be sufficient grounds for disallowing an ECS Warranty claim . CPE shall not be liable hereunder for failures of any warranted parts of a CPE engine caused by the use of such an unapproved add-on or modified part . REV 40026-20101025...
  • Page 27 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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