Page 2 - Have questions or need assistance?; Product Info & Updates; Call our Customer Care Team Toll-Free at:; AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT TEMPERATURE:
*We are always working to improve our products. Therefore, the enclosed product may differ slightly from the image on the cover. Have questions or need assistance? Do not return this product to the store ! WE ARE HERE TO HELP! Visit our website: www.championpowerequipment.com for more info: s Produc...
Page 3 - PORTABLE GENERATOR; TABLE OF CONTENTS
41151 6500 Starting Watts / 5500 Rated Watts PORTABLE GENERATOR Introduction 1 Portable Power Generator 1 Accessories 1 This Booklet 1 Manual Conventions 2 Safety Rules 3 Controls And Features 5 Generator 5 Power Panel 6 Parts Included 7 Assembly 8 Remove The Generator From The Shipping Carton 8 Ins...
Page 4 - ENGLISH; Introduction; Model Number; INTRODUCTION
1 REV 41151-20140108 ENGLISH 41151 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 ...
Page 5 - CAUTION; CAUTION; DANGER; WARNING; MANUAL CONVENTIONS; NOTE
REV 41151-20140108 2 41151 ENGLISH CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. CAUTION CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage....
Page 6 - SAFETY RULES; When servicing the generator:
3 REV 41151-20140108 ENGLISH 41151 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 onl...
Page 7 - When adding or removing fuel :
REV 41151-20140108 4 41151 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 mat...
Page 8 - Generator; CONTROLS AND FEATURES
5 REV 41151-20140108 ENGLISH 41151 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 Tank – 6.5 gallon (25 L) capacity fuel tank. (2) Choke Lever – Used to start ...
Page 9 - Power Panel
REV 41151-20140108 6 41151 ENGLISH Power Panel CONTROLS AND FEATURES (1) Engine Switch – 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. (2) Circuit Breakers – Protects the generator against electrical ove...
Page 10 - Parts Included; Wheel Kit
7 REV 41151-20140108 ENGLISH 41151 CONTROLS AND FEATURES Parts Included Your 41151 Gasoline Powered Generator ships with the following parts: Wheel Kit – 8 in. Wheel (20.3 cm) 2 – Bushing 2 – Flange Bolt (M10x105 for Wheel) 2 – Flat Washer 10 2 – Nut (M10) 2 – Support Leg w/ Vibration Mounts 1 – Fla...
Page 11 - ASSEMBLY; Remove the Generator from the Shipping Carton
REV 41151-20140108 8 41151 ENGLISH 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. P...
Page 12 - Add Engine Oil; Add Engine Oil Cont’d.; Add Fuel
9 REV 41151-20140108 ENGLISH 41151 Add Engine Oil 1. Place the generator on a flat, level surface.2. Remove oil fill cap /dipstick to add oil. 3. Add up to 1.2 qt. (1.1 L) of oil and replace oil fill cap/dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL. 4. Check engine oil level daily and add as needed. ASSEMBLY The recom...
Page 13 - Grounding
REV 41151-20140108 10 41151 ENGLISH 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 (1...
Page 14 - Surge Protection; OPERATION; Starting the Engine; Generator Location
11 REV 41151-20140108 ENGLISH 41151 Surge Protection Electronic devices, including computers and many programmable appliances use components that are designed to operate within a narrow voltage range and may be affected by momentary voltage fluctuations. While there is no way to prevent voltage fluc...
Page 15 - Do Not Overload Generator; Capacity; Stopping the Engine
REV 41151-20140108 12 41151 ENGLISH Grounding The generator system ground connects the frame to the ground terminals on the power panel. – The generator (stator winding) is isolated from the frame and from the AC receptacle ground pin. – Electrical devices that require a grounded receptacle pin conn...
Page 16 - MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE; Air Filter; Engine Maintenance; Oil
13 REV 41151-20140108 ENGLISH 41151 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Air Filter 1. Remove the snap-on cover holding the air filter to the assembly. 2. Remove the foam element. 3. Wash in liquid detergent and water. Squeeze thoroughly dry in a clean cloth. 4. Saturate in clean engine oil. 5. Squeeze in a clea...
Page 17 - Maintenance Schedule; Spark Arrester
REV 41151-20140108 14 41151 ENGLISH MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Maintenance Schedule Follow the service intervals indicated in the following maintenance schedule. Service your generator more frequently when operating in adverse conditions. Contact our help line at 1-877-338-0999 to locate the nearest Ch...
Page 18 - Generator Maintenance; Storage; Generator Storage; Generator Storage Cont’d.
15 REV 41151-20140108 ENGLISH 41151 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, dir...
Page 19 - SPECIFICATIONS
REV 41151-20140108 16 41151 ENGLISH SPECIFICATIONS Engine Specifications – Model YF182FD-01 – Displacement 338cc – Type 4-Stroke OHV – Start Type Recoil Oil Use 10W-30 automotive oil.Oil capacity is up to 1.2 qt. (1.1 L). DO NOT OVERFILL.Please reference the following chart for recommended oil types...
Page 20 - Parts Diagram
17 REV 41151-20140108 ENGLISH 41151 Parts Diagram SPECIFICATIONS
Page 22 - Engine Parts Diagram
19 REV 41151-20140108 ENGLISH 41151 SPECIFICATIONS Engine Parts Diagram
Page 23 - Engine Parts List
REV 41151-20140108 20 41151 ENGLISH Engine Parts List # Part Number Description Qty 1 21.061300.00 Recoil Handle 1 2 1.5789.0608 Flange Bolt M6 × 8 3 3 46.061100.00.2 Recoil Starter Cover, Black 1 4 45.060005.00 Recoil Starter Spring 1 5 45.061102.00 Recoil Starter Reel 1 6 2.10.003 Rope (Ø5 × 1550)...
Page 24 - Wiring Diagram
21 REV 41151-20140108 ENGLISH 41151 Wiring Diagram SPECIFICATIONS
Page 25 - TROUBLESHOOTING; For further technical support :
REV 41151-20140108 22 41151 ENGLISH 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;Generator starts but runs roughly Low oil level Fill crankcase to the p...
Page 26 - Installation, Use and Maintenance Cont’d.; WARRANTY
23 REV 41151-20140108 ENGLISH 41151 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 pro...