Page 2 - FCC Statement; Have questions or need assistance?; Product Info & Updates; Call our Customer Care Team Toll-Free at:
*We are always working to improve our products. Therefore, the enclosed product may differ slightly from the image on the cover. WARNING: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. FCC Statement ...
Page 3 - PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR; TABLE OF CONTENTS
100156 2800 Rated Watts / 3100 Max Watts PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 1 Introduction 1 Portable Power Generator 1 Accessories 1 This Booklet 1 Manual Conventions 2 Safety Rules 3 Controls and Features 5 Generator 5 Parts Included 5 Power Panel 6 Assembly 7 Remove the Ge...
Page 4 - ENGLISH; Introduction; Model Number; INTRODUCTION
1 ENGLISH 100156 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a Champion Power Equipment inverter generator. CPE designs and builds generators to strict specifications. With proper use and maintenance, this generator will bring years of satisfying service. Portable Power Generator This unit is a...
Page 5 - MANUAL CONVENTIONS; CAUTION; CAUTION; DANGER; WARNING
2 100156 ENGLISH This manual uses the following symbols to help differentiate between different kinds of information. The safety symbol is used with a key word to alert you to potential hazards in operating and owning power equipment.Follow all safety messages to avoid or reduce the risk of serious ...
Page 6 - SAFETY RULES; When servicing the generator:
3 ENGLISH 100156 SAFETY RULES Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a colourless, odourless, poison gas. Breathing carbon monoxide will cause nausea, dizziness, fainting or death. If you start to feel dizzy or weak, get to fresh air immediately. Operate generator outdoors only in a well ventil...
Page 7 - When adding or removing fuel :; When storing the generator:
4 100156 ENGLISH SAFETY RULES Improper treatment or use of the generator can damage it, shorten its life and void your warranty. Use the generator only for intended uses.Operate only on level surfaces.DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, or dirt.DO NOT allow any material to block the...
Page 8 - Inverter; CONTROLS AND FEATURES; Parts Included
5 ENGLISH 100156 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. (1) Fuel Cap – Remove to add fuel. (2) Recoil Starter – Used to start the engine. (3) Power Panel (4) Mu...
Page 9 - Power Panel
6 100156 ENGLISH Power Panel (1) Fuel Valve Knob (2) Choke (3) Economy Control Switch (4) Ground Terminal – Consult an electrician for local grounding regulations. (5) 12V DC Outlet* (6) Circuit Breaker (Push button) – Protects the generator against electrical overload. (7) 120 Volt AC, Duplex (GFCI...
Page 10 - Remove the Generator from the Shipping Carton; ASSEMBLY; Add Engine Oil; Add Engine Oil Cont’d.
7 ENGLISH 100156 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 line at 1-877-338-0999. Please have your serial numb...
Page 11 - Grounding; Add Fuel
8 100156 ENGLISH ASSEMBLY Grounding Your generator must be properly connected to an appropriate ground to help prevent electric shock. A ground terminal connected to the frame of the generator has been provided on the power panel. For remote grounding, connect of a length of heavy gauge (12 AWG mini...
Page 12 - Starting the Engine; OPERATION; Generator Location
9 ENGLISH 100156 Starting the Engine 1. Make certain the generator is on a flat, level surface. 2. Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. Never start or stop the generator with electrical devices plugged in or turned on. 3. Turn the fuel valve to the “On” position. 4. Pull choke lever o...
Page 13 - Economy Control Switch; Starting the Engine Cont’d.; Connecting Electrical Loads
10 100156 ENGLISH Economy Control Switch The Economy Control switch can be activated in order to minimize fuel consumption and noise while operating the unit during times of reduced electrical output , allowing the engine speed to idle during periods of non-use. The engine speed returns to normal wh...
Page 14 - Stopping the Engine; NOTE; GFCI
11 ENGLISH 100156 OPERATION Stopping the Engine 1. Turn off and unplug all electrical loads. Never start or stop the generator with electrical devices plugged in or turned on. 2. Let the generator run at no-load for several minutes to stabilize internal temperatures of the engine and generator. 3. T...
Page 15 - Do Not Overload Generator; Capacity; Power Management; Overload Operation
12 100156 ENGLISH OPERATION Do Not Overload Generator Capacity Follow these simple steps to calculate the running and starting watts necessary for your purposes. 1. Select the electrical devices you plan on running at the same time. 2. Total the running watts of these items. This is the amount of po...
Page 16 - Engine Maintenance; Oil; MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
13 ENGLISH 100156 The owner/operator is responsible for all periodic maintenance. Complete all scheduled maintenance in a timely manner. Correct any issue before operating the generator. Tampering with the factory set governor will void your warranty. Engine Maintenance To prevent accidental startin...
Page 17 - Air Filter; Adjustments
14 100156 ENGLISH Air Filter 1. Remove the maintenance cover.2. Locate the air filter plastic cover. 3. Unsnap the locking hinge on the cover.4. Remove the old filter. 5. Place the new filter in the assembly.6. Re-snap the hinge on the air filter cover.7. Reinstall the maintenance cover and tighten ...
Page 18 - Storage; Generator Storage; Generator Maintenance
15 ENGLISH 100156 Storage The generator should be started at least once every 14 days and allowed to run for at least 20 minutes. For longer term storage, please follow these guidelines. Generator Storage 1. Add a properly formulated fuel stabilizer to the tank.2. Be sure all appliances are disconne...
Page 19 - SPECIFICATIONS
16 100156 ENGLISH Oil Use 10W-30 automotive oil.Oil capacity is up to 0.6 L (0.6 qt.). DO NOT OVERFILLPlease reference the following chart for recommended oil types for use in the generator. Fuel Fuel capacity is 1.6 gal. (6 L). Use regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 85 and an...
Page 20 - Parts Diagram
17 ENGLISH 100156 Parts Diagram SPECIFICATIONS 1 1 3 4 5 2 8 9 10 15 16 17 18 11 12 14 19 20 22 23 24 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 25 26 27 30 28 39 40 42 43 44 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 70 69 72 73 74 76 77 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 6 7 94 95 96 97...
Page 21 - Parts List
18 100156 ENGLISH Parts List # Part Number Description Qty 1 1.9074.4.0516.1 Screw M5 × 16, Black 4 2 2.08.052.1 Bolt (M6 × 16) 10 3 83.200200.01.2 Cover, Left, Black 1 4 83.201600.03 Supporter, Left 1 5 1.5789.0612 Flange Bolt M6 × 12 10 6 83.200701.02.2 Handle, Left, Black 1 7 1.9074.4.0512.1 Scre...
Page 22 - Engine Parts Diagram
19 ENGLISH 100156 Engine Parts Diagram SPECIFICATIONS 97 96 86 85 84 81 80 76 75 74 73 72 47 48 49 50 51 53 55 56 57 58 61 60 62 63 65 67 68 71 32 31 29 30 28 26 25 46 45 44 43 42 41 40 39 37 36 35 95 92 99 98 91 90 89 88 87 24 23 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 38 33 59 77 78 ...
Page 23 - Engine Parts List
20 100156 ENGLISH Engine Parts List # Part Number Description Qty 1 1.5789.0835 Flange Bolt M8 × 35 6 2 2.11.014 Oil Seal (Ø25 × Ø40 × 7) 2 3 83.030007.01 Cover, Crankcase 1 4 83.127000.01 Oil Level Sensor 1 5 1.5789.0612 Flange Bolt M6 × 12 11 6 83.030010.01 Plate, Coil 1 7 83.120100.01 Flywheel 1 ...
Page 24 - Wiring Diagram; CONTROL UNIT; GENERATOR; OUTPUT PANEL
21 ENGLISH 100156 Wiring Diagram SPECIFICATIONS DC C OI L Y CONTROL UNIT PORTFIRE ECO .S W EAR TH TERMINAL OIL LEVEL SW STEPPIN G MOTO R SPARKING PLUG STOP .S W L W G B Y R YEL LO W BLAC K BLUE GREE N R ED WHIT E B r WHIT E BLU E GREEN YELLO W WHIT E GREE N BROW N BLACK WHIT E B /W W /L G /Y W /G GE...
Page 25 - TROUBLESHOOTING; For further technical support :
22 100156 ENGLISH TROUBLESHOOTING For further technical support : Technical Service Mon – Fri 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (PST/PDT)Toll Free: 1-877-338-0999tech@ championpowerequipment.com Problem Cause Solution Generator will not start No fuel Add fuel Faulty spark plug Replace spark plug Unit loaded during ...
Page 26 - WARRANTY; Installation, Use and Maintenance Cont’d.
23 ENGLISH 100156 WARRANTY WARRANT Y CHAMPION POWER EQUIPMENT 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Warranty Qualifications Champion Power Equipment (CPE) will register this warranty upon receipt of your Warranty Registration Card and a copy of your sales receipt from one of CPE’s retail locations as proof of pur...