Page 2 - Have questions or need assistance?; Call our Customer Care Team Toll-Free at:; AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT TEMPERATURE:
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Page 3 - PORTABLE GENERATOR; TABLE Of CONTENTS
46535 4000 Starting Watts / 2800 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 46535-20130308 ENGLISH 46535 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; DANGER; WARNING; MANUAL CONvENTIONS; NOTE
REV 46535-20130308 2 46535 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 46535-20130308 ENGLISH 46535 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 46535-20130308 4 46535 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 46535-20130308 ENGLISH 46535 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 – 4.0 gallon (15 L) capacity fuel tank. (2) Choke Lever – Used to start ...
Page 9 - Power Panel
REV 46535-20130308 6 46535 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 46535-20130308 ENGLISH 46535 CONTROLS AND fEATURES Parts Included Your 46535 Gasoline Powered Generator ships with the following parts: Wheel Kit – 8 in. Wheel 2 – Bushing 2 – Flange Bolt (M10x105 for Wheel) 2 – Flat Washer 10 2 – Nut (M10) 2 – Support Leg w/ Vibration Mounts 1 – Flange Bolt (...
Page 11 - ASSEMBLy; Remove the Generator from the Shipping Carton
REV 46535-20130308 8 46535 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 46535-20130308 ENGLISH 46535 Add Engine Oil 1. Place the generator on a flat, level surface.2. Remove oil fill cap /dipstick to add oil. 3. Add 0.63 qt (0.6 L) of oil and replace oil fill cap/ dipstick. See “Specifications” page in the manual for oil recommendations based on operating conditio...
Page 13 - Grounding
REV 46535-20130308 10 46535 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...
Page 14 - Starting the Engine; Surge Protection; OPERATION; Generator Location
11 REV 46535-20130308 ENGLISH 46535 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. F...
Page 15 - Connecting Electrical Loads; Do Not Overload Generator; Capacity; Stopping the Engine
REV 46535-20130308 12 46535 ENGLISH 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 120/240 Volt AC single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads. – DO NOT connect 3-phase loads to the generator. – DO NOT connect 50 Hz lo...
Page 16 - MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE; Air filter; Engine Maintenance; Oil; Spark Plugs
13 REV 46535-20130308 ENGLISH 46535 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Air filter 1. Remove the snap-on cover holding the air fi lter 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 cle...
Page 17 - Maintenance Schedule; Spark Arrester
REV 46535-20130321 14 46535 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 46535-20130308 ENGLISH 46535 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 46535-20130308 16 46535 ENGLISH SPECIfICATIONS Engine Specifications – Model YF168FD-2-01 – Displacement 196cc – Type 4-Stroke OHV – Start Type Recoil Oil Use 10W-30 automotive oil.Oil capacity is up to 0.63 qt. (0.6 L). DO NOT OVERFILL.Please reference the following chart for recommended oil ty...
Page 20 - Parts Diagram
17 REV 46535-20130308 ENGLISH 46535 Parts Diagram SPECIfICATIONS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 6 1 7 1 8 1 9 2 0 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 1 8 2 6 2 7 2 8 2 9 3 0 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 2 9 3 5 3 6 3 7 3 8 3 9 4 0 7 8 7 9 8 7 9 3 9 4 9 5 9 6 9 8 9 9 100 5 6 8 0 8 1 8 2 8 3 1 9 5 9 6 0 2 4 5 8 7 7 8 4 8 5 8...
Page 22 - Engine Parts Diagram
19 REV 46535-20130321 ENGLISH 46535 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 10 2 51 50 49 55 56 57 58 54 60 62 61 63 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 74 25 75 1 93 94 95 92 91 90 97 78 79 80 82 83 84 85 86...
Page 23 - Engine Parts List
REV 46535-20130308 20 46535 ENGLISH Engine Parts List # Part Number Description Qty 1 1.5789.0608 Flange Bolt M6×8 6 2 22.061100.00.2 Recoil Starter Cover 1 3 21.061005.00 Recoil Starter Spring 1 4 2.10.003 Rope (Ø5×1550) 1 5 21.061001.01 Recoil Starter Reel 1 6 45.060003.00 Spring,Ratchet 2 7 45.06...
Page 24 - Wiring Diagram
21 REV 46535-20130308 ENGLISH 46535 Wiring Diagram SPECIfICATIONS
Page 25 - TROUBLESHOOTING; for further technical support :
REV 46535-20130308 22 46535 ENGLISH 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 proper levelPlace...
Page 26 - Installtion, Use and Maintenance Cont’d.; WARRANTy
23 REV 46535-20130321 ENGLISH 46535 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...