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46538
Rev 46538-20100614
www.championpowerequipment.com
10006 Santa Fe Springs Road
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 USA
Made in China
Owner's Manual and Operating Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Important Safety
Instructions are included in
this manual
3500 Peak Watts / 3000 Running Watts
Wireless Remote Electric Start
PORTABLE GENERATOR
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- Page 1 46538 Rev 46538-20100614 www.championpowerequipment.com 10006 Santa Fe Springs Road Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 USA Made in China Owner’s Manual and Operating Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Important Safety Instructions are included in this manual 3500 Peak Watts / 3000 Running Watts Wireless Remote Electric Start PORTABLE GENERATOR...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ........1 Storage ........... 16 Portable Power Generator ......1 Engine Storage ........16 Accessories ..........1 Generator Storage ........16 This Booklet ..........1 Specifications ......... 17 Manual Conventions ...... -
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
Manual Conventions CAUTION Manual Conventions CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous This manual uses the following symbols to situation which, if not avoided, result in help differentiate between different kinds of minor or moderate injury. information. The safety symbol is used with a key word to alert you to potential hazards in operating and owning power equipment. -
Page 7: Safety Rules
Safety Rules Tie up long hair and remove jewelry. Operate equipment with guards in place. Safety Rules DO NOT wear loose-fitting clothing, dangling drawstrings or items that could become caught. WARNING DANGER Read this manual thoroughly before operating your generator. Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death. - Page 8 Safety Rules WARNING WARNING Operation of This Equipment May Create Sparks Rapid retraction of the starter cord will pull hand That Can Start Fires Around Dry Vegetation. and arm towards the engine faster than you can let go. A Spark Arrestor May be Required. The Operator Should Contact Local Fire Agencies For Laws or Unintentional startup can result in entanglement, Regulations Relating to Fire Prevention...
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Page 9: Controls And Features
Controls and Features Controls and Features Read this owner’s manual before operating your generator. Familiarize yourself with the location and function of the controls and features. Save this manual for future reference. Generator (1) Fuel Tank – 3.8 gallon capacity fuel (5) Recoil Starter –... -
Page 10: Power Panel
Controls and Features Power Panel (1) Ignition Switch (5) 120 V 30 A Recreational Vehicle (RV) Receptacle –This receptacle powers (2) Intelligauge – Three mode digital 120 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single phase loads meter for running hours, voltage and hertz. requiring up to25 A or 3000 watts of power. -
Page 11: Parts Included
Controls and Features Parts Included Your Model 46538 Gasoline Powered Generator ships with the following parts: Wheel Kit Handle 1 piece 8” Wheel 2 pieces Support Leg 1 piece Vibration Mounts 2 pieces Hardware 24 pieces Oil Funnel 1 piece Spark Plug Socket 1 piece Spark Arrester Kit... -
Page 12: Assembly
Assembly Assembly Your generator requires some assembly. This unit ships from our factory without oil. It must be properly serviced with fuel and oil before operation. If you have any questions regarding the assembly of your generator, call our help Install the Support Leg line at 1-877-338-0999. -
Page 13: Connect The Battery
Assembly Add Engine Oil Connect the Battery CAUTION Remove the protective cover from the red battery lead. 2. Attach the red lead to the red terminal DO NOT attempt to crank or start the engine on the battery with the cap screw before it has been properly filled with the (M6x10) and secure with the lock recommended type and amount of oil. -
Page 14: Add Fuel
Assembly Grounding NOTE Your generator must be properly connected The generator rotor has a sealed, pre-lubricated to an appropriate ground to help prevent ball bearing that requires no additional lubrication electric shock. for the life of the bearing. WARNING Add Fuel Failure to properly ground the generator can Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded fuel result in electric shock. -
Page 15: Operation
Operation Wireless Remote Start Operation Wireless remote starting is only possible within 80 feet of the generator. Generator Location Do not attempt to adjust the carburetor Please consult your local authority. In some choke. The remote system will automatically areas, generators must be registered with close and open the choke. -
Page 16: Connecting Electrical Loads
Operation Stopping the Engine NOTE Turn off and unplug all electrical loads. If the engine starts but does not run make Never start or stop the generator with certain that the generator is on a flat, level electrical devices plugged in or turned surface. -
Page 17: Power Management
Operation Running Starting Power Management Item Watts Watts Use the following formula to convert voltage Essentials and amperage to watts: Light Bulb 100W Refrigerator/Freezer 1200 2400 Volts x Amps = Watts Freezer To prolong the life of your generator and Sump Pump 1800 attached devices, follow these steps to add... -
Page 18: Maintenance
Maintenance 2. Allow the oil to drain completely. 3. Replace the drain plug. Maintenance 4. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick to add oil. 5. Add 0.63 qt (0.6 L) of oil and replace oil The owner/operator is responsible for all fill cap/dipstick. periodic maintenance. -
Page 19: Spark Arrester
Maintenance Contact our help line at 1-877-338-0999 to locate the nearest Champion Power Spark Arrester Equipment certified service dealer for your Allow the engine to cool completely generator or engine maintenance needs. before servicing the spark arrester. 2. Remove the two screws holding the... -
Page 20: Storage
Storage Storage Generator Storage Allow the generator to cool completely The generator should be started at least once before storage. every 14 days and allowed to run for at least 2. Turn off the fuel supply at the fuel valve. 20 minutes. -
Page 21: Specifications
Specifications NGK BR8ES or equivalent Specifications Make certain the spark plug gap is 0.7 - 0.8mm (0.028 - 0.031 in.). Engine Specifications Valve Clearance Engine 196 cc OHV CPE Intake 0.13-0.17mm (0.005 – 0.007 in.) Electric Start Exhaust 0.18-0.22mm (0.007 – 0.009 in.) Generator Specifications Running Wattage 3000 Watts... -
Page 22: Parts Diagram
Specifications Parts Diagram Rev 46538-20100614 E... -
Page 23: Parts List
Specifications Parts List Item Part Number Description Qty. ST02FD-04120000-CARB Fuel Meter Assembly GB819 M5×10 Screw M5×10 ST168FD-1070400-CARB Rollover valve ST02FD-04001002-CARB Rollover valve hose 168.070100.01 Fuel Tank Cap ST168F-1070006A Tank filtrate GB5789 M6×20 Flange Bolt M6×20 ST02FD-04100014 Washer φ6.5 ST02FD-04100012 Bush ST02FD-04100011 Tank Rubber 504.071000.35... - Page 24 Specifications Item Part Number Description Qty. GB818 M5X15 Screw M5×15 ST188FD-1741002-C Handle sheath ST182FD-1151110-B Handle GB6177 M8 Nut M8 GB5789 M8×45 Flange Bolt M8×45 GB5789 M8×35 Flange Bolt M8×35 GB93 8 Spring washer φ8 GB96 8 Big washerφ8 ST182FD-1742003-UC Straight Bottom rubber ST02FD-1151300D-1 Bottom Rubber I GB6177 M8...
- Page 25 Specifications Item Part Number Description Qty. ST188FD-1750002-C7 Battery black wire (-) ST168FD-1751002-A Jacket ST02FD-03030400 Muffler Cover ST02FD-04001003 Air cleaner hose ST02FD-04001001-CARB Canister ST168FD-1070408-CARB Clip GB5789 M6×12 Flange bolt M6×12 ST168FD-1100003-CARB Air fill clique washer ST168FD-1100300-CARB Air fill clique Rev 46538-20100614 E...
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Page 26: Wiring Diagram
Specifications Wiring Diagram Rev 46538-20100614 E... -
Page 27: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Generator will not start No fuel Add fuel Faulty spark plug Replace spark plug Unit loaded during start up Remove load from unit Generator will not start; Low oil level Fill crankcase to the proper level Generator starts but runs roughly Place generator on a flat, level surface Choke in the wrong position. -
Page 28: Warranty
Wear items such as filter elements, o-rings, etc. Accessory parts such as starting batteries, and Warranty Qualifications storage covers. Champion Power Equipment (CPE) will register Failures due to acts of God and other force this warranty upon receipt of your Warranty majeure events beyond the manufacturer’s Registration Card and a copy of your sales receipt control. - Page 29 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 2010 small off-road engine.
- Page 30 Warranty EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY The following are specific provisions relative to your Emission Control System Warranty Coverage. Emission Control System Warranty (ECS Warranty) for 1995 and later model year California small off-road engines (for other states, 1997 and later model year engines): 1.
- Page 31 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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