4000 Starting Watts / 3500 Rated Watts Electric Start PORTABLE GENERATOR MODEL NUMBER UF-51-940035 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 UF-51-940035-20120629 www.championpowerequipment.com...
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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 .
. 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 UF-51-940035-20120629...
Inform your electricity provider immediately if you or anyone in your household depends on electrical euipment 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 UF-51-940035-20120629...
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– 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 UF-51-940035-20120629...
. Power Panel – See “Power Panel” section . Air Filter – Protects the engine by filtering dust (10) Handle and debris from the intake air . Recoil Starter – Used to manually start the engine . REV UF-51-940035-20120629...
60 Hz electrical loads . (NEMA L5-30R) – May be used to supply electrical Ground Terminal – Consult an electrician for local power for the operation of 120 Volt AC, 30 Amp, grounding regulations . single phase 60 Hz electrical loads . REV UF-51-940035-20120629...
2 . Slide the M10x115 wheel bolt through the washer, sleeve and wheel . 3 . Slide the bolt through the mount point on the frame . 4 . Fasten securely with the M10 nut . 5 . Repeat steps 2-4 to attach the second wheel . REV UF-51-940035-20120629...
. Damage to the generator as the life of the bearing . a result of failure to follow these instructions will void your warranty . NOTE The recommended oil type is 10W-30 4-cycle automotive oil . REV UF-51-940035-20120629...
DO NOT overfill the fuel tank . DO NOT light cigarettes or smoke when filling the fuel tank . WARNING Pouring fuel too fast through the fuel screen may result in blow back of fuel at the operator while filling . REV UF-51-940035-20120629...
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 UF-51-940035-20120629...
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 Ignition Switch on the Power Panel is in the “OFF“ position . REV UF-51-940035-20120629...
. 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 .
5 . Squeeze in a clean, absorbent cloth to remove all 6 . Dispose of used oil at an approved waste management facility . excess oil . 6 . Place the filter in the assembly . 7 . Reattach the air filter cover and snap in place . REV UF-51-940035-20120629...
Contact our helpline 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 .
. 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 UF-51-940035-20120629...
10% by volume . Use 4-Cycle automotive oil . Oil capacity is 0 .63 qt . (0 .6 L) . Please reference the following chart for recommended oil types for use in the generator . REV UF-51-940035-20120629...
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 UF-51-940035-20120629...
. 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 .
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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.
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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.
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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.