Champion Power Equipment 100216 - Manuals

2 100216 ENGLISH MANUAL CONVENTIONS 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 t...

3 ENGLISH 100216 SAFETy RULES Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, 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 ventilat...

4 100216 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...

5 ENGLISH 100216 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 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (1) Fuel Tank – 3.4 gal. (13 L) capacity fuel tank. (2) Choke – Used to ...

6 100216 ENGLISH Power Panel 3 CONTROLS AND FEATURES 1 2 3 4 7 5 (1) Engine Switch – Used to turn the generator on and off. (2) Voltmeter – Used to display generator output voltage. (3) Circuit Breakers – Protects the generator against electrical overloads. Push to reset breaker. (4) Voltage switch ...

7 ENGLISH 100216 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 line at 1-877-338-0999. Please have your se...

8 100216 ENGLISH ASSEMBLy Add Fuel Cont’d. 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 g...

9 ENGLISH 100216 OPERATION Generator Location NEVER operate the generator inside any building, including garages, basements, crawlspaces and sheds, enclosure or compartment, including the generator compartment of a recreational vehicle. Please consult your local authority. In some areas, generators ...

10 100216 ENGLISH OPERATION Connecting Electrical Loads 1. Let the engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes after starting 2. Plug in and turn on the desired 120 or 240 Volt AC single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads. – DO NOT connect 3-phase loads to the generator. – DO NOT connect 50 Hz loads t...

11 ENGLISH 100216 OPERATION Operation at High Altitude The density of air at high altitude is lower than at sea level. Engine power is reduced as the air mass and air-fuel ratio decrease. Engine power and generator output will be reduced approximately 3½% for every 1000 feet of elevation above sea l...

12 100216 ENGLISH MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE The owner/operator is responsible for all periodic maintenance. Complete all scheduled maintenance in a timely manner. Correct any issue before operating the generator. Never operate a damaged or defective generator. Tampering with the factory set governor w...

13 ENGLISH 100216 Failure to clean the spark arrester will result in degraded engine performance. CAUTION Federal and local laws and administrative requirements indicate when and where spark arresters are required. When ordered, spark arresters are required for operation of this generator in Nationa...

14 100216 ENGLISH MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Generator Maintenance Make certain that the generator is kept clean and stored properly. Only operate the unit on a flat, level surface in a clean, dry operating environment. DO NOT expose the unit to extreme conditions, excessive dust, dirt, moisture or cor...

15 ENGLISH 100216 SPECIFICATIONS Engine Specifications – Model YF172FD-010 – Displacement 224cc – Type 4-Stroke OHV – Start Type Recoil Oil Use 10W-30 automotive oil.Oil capacity is up to 0.6 qt. (0.6 L). DO NOT OVERFILL.Please reference the following chart for recommended oil types for use in the g...

16 100216 ENGLISH SPECIFICATIONS Wiring Diagram AVR L W G B Y R YELLOW BLAC K BLU E GREE N R ED WHIT E Br G R E E N Y ELL O W BROW N G /Y + M W 1 FW EXW EARTH TERM INA L ENG. S W . 100216 M W 2 B r R 5-20R TT30R L1 4- 30R V ~ W W W ENGINE B LOC K S P A R K IN G P LU G L 15A 15A B r W G /Y G /Y G /Y ...

17 ENGLISH 100216 SPECIFICATIONS Parts Diagram 1 2 8 2 9 3 0 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 3 5 3 6 3 7 3 8 3 9 4 0 4 1 4 2 4 3 4 4 4 5 4 6 4 7 8 1 8 2 8 3 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 1 7 1 8 1 9 2 0 1 4 2 1 1 7 1 8 2 2 2 3 1 3 5 0 5 1 5 2 5 3 5 4 5 5 5 6 5 7 5 8 6 0 6 1 6 2 6 3 2 4 2 5 2 7 2 6 5 9...

19 ENGLISH 100216 SPECIFICATIONS Engine Parts Diagram 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 25 26 27 29 30 32 35 37 38 12 40 41 42 43 44 46 47 21 22 23 24 31 34 36 39 53 52 45 51 50 49 55 56 57 58 54 60 62 61 63 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 74 25 93 94 95 92 91 90 97 78 79 80 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 76 59 12 77 96 33 ...

20 100216 ENGLISH Parts List # Part Number Description Qty 1 1.5789.0608 Flange Bolt M6 × 8 3 2 22.061100.00.2 Cover, Recoil Starter, Black 1 3 21.061005.00 Spring, Recoil Starter 1 4 2.10.003 Rope Ø5 × 1550 1 5 21.061001.01 Reel, Recoil Starter 1 6 45.060003.00 Spring, Ratchet 2 7 45.060002.00 Star...

21 ENGLISH 100216 TROUBLESHOOTING For further technical support : Technical ServiceMon – 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 s...

22 100216 ENGLISH 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...