Page 3 - Table of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ..................................... 1 Portable Power Generator ........................ 1 Accessories................................................ 1 This Booklet .............................................. 1 Manual Conventions ......................... 2 Safety...
Page 5 - Portable Power Generator; Champion Power Equipment Support
Introduction Rev 40011-20070427 1 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a Champion Power Equipment 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 u...
Page 6 - Manual Conventions; DANGER; WARNING; CAUTION; NOTE
Manual Conventions 2 Rev 40011-20070427 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 messa...
Page 7 - When servicing the generator:
Safety Rules Rev 40011-20070427 3 Safety Rules WARNING Read this manual thoroughly before operating your generator. Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death. WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer...
Page 8 - Safety Rules; When adding or removing fuel
Safety Rules 4 Rev 40011-20070427 DANGER Fuel and fuel vapors are highly flammable and extremely explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. Unintentional startup can result in entanglement, traumatic amputation or laceration. When adding or removing fuel Turn the generator off and...
Page 9 - Generator
Controls and Features Rev 40011-20070427 5 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 Fuel Tank (1) – 6.5 gallon capacity fuel tank....
Page 10 - Controls and Features; Power Panel
Controls and Features 6 Rev 40011-20070427 Power Panel Engine Switch (1) – Flip the switch to the “On” position and pull the recoil starter to start the generator. Turn to the “Off” position to turn off the generator. Trigital Meter (2) – Three mode digital meter for running hours, voltage and hertz...
Page 11 - Parts Included
Controls and Features Rev 40011-20070427 7 Parts Included Your 40011 Gasoline Powered Generator ships with the following parts: Wheel Kit Axle 1 piece 10” Solid Wheel 2 pieces Vibration Mounts 2 pieces Handle Assembly 1 set Support Leg 1 piece Bolt Kit Wheel Retaining Pins 2 pieces Flat Washers 2 pi...
Page 12 - Assembly; Install the Wheel Kit
Assembly 8 Rev 40011-20070427 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. Pleas...
Page 14 - Operation
Operation 10 Rev 40011-20070427 Operation Generator Location Please consult your local authority. In some areas, generators must be registered with the local utility. Generators used at construction sites may be subject to additional rules and regulations. This generator must have at least five feet...
Page 15 - Do Not Overload Generator
Operation Rev 40011-20070427 11 temperatures of the engine and generator. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the “Off” position. 4. Turn the fuel valve to the “Off” position. Do Not Overload Generator Capacity Follow these simple steps to calculate the running and starting watts necessary for your purpo...
Page 16 - Maintenance
Maintenance 12 Rev 40011-20070427 Maintenance The owner/operator is responsible for all periodic maintenance. WARNING Never operate a damaged or defective generator. WARNING Tampering with the factory set governor will void your warranty. WARNING Improper maintenance will void your warranty. Complet...
Page 17 - Spark Arrester; Adjustments
Maintenance Rev 40011-20070427 13 Spark Arrester 1. Allow the engine to cool completely before servicing the spark arrester. 2. Remove the two screws holding the cover plate which retains the end of the spark arrester to the muffler. 3. Remove the spark arrester screen. 4. Carefully remove the carbo...
Page 18 - Storage; Engine Storage
Storage 14 Rev 40011-20070427 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. Engine Storage 1. Allow the engine to cool completely before storage. 2. Clean the engine according t...
Page 20 - Specifications; Parts Diagram
Page 21 - Parts List
Specifications Rev 40011-20070427 17 Parts List No. Part # Description Qty 1 ST02FD-1151205A Switch 1 2 ST188FD-1151210-P-2 Control Panel 1 3 2631 Touch Switch 1 4 ST07FD-115-0017-000100 AC 25A Circuit Breakers 2 5 ST188FD-1710001 Receptacle L5-30R 1 6 ST188FD-1710002 Receptacle L14-30R 1 7 ST07FD-1...
Page 23 - Wiring Diagram
Specifications Rev 40011-20070427 19 Wiring Diagram
Page 24 - Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting 20 Rev 40011-20070427 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution No fuel Add fuel Faulty spark plug Replace spark plug Generator will not start Unit loaded during start up Remove load from unit Low oil level Fill crankcase to the proper level Place generator on a flat, level surface Chok...
Page 25 - Warranty Qualifications
Warranty Rev 40011-20070427 21 Warranty CHAMPION POWER EQUIPMENT 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Effective September 1, 2006. Replaces all undated warranties and all warranties dated before September 1, 2006. Warranty Qualifications Champion Power Equipment (CPE) will register this warranty upon receipt of ...
Page 26 - Warranty; Contact Information
Warranty 22 Rev 40011-20070427 A unit provided as an exchange will be subject to the warranty of the original unit. The length of the warranty governing the exchanged unit will remain calculated by reference to the purchase date of the original unit. This warranty gives you certain legal rights whic...
Page 27 - Emission Control System Warranty
Warranty Rev 40011-20070427 23 Champion Power Equipment, Inc (CPE), 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 Calif...
Page 28 - GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE
Warranty 24 Rev 40011-20070427 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 an...
Page 29 - Systems covered by this warranty Parts Description
Warranty Rev 40011-20070427 25 i. Unapproved add-on or modified parts may not be used to modify or repair a CPE engine. Such use voids this 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 C...
Page 30 - Notes