Page 3 - Table of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ...................................... 1 Portable Power Generator ......................... 1 Accessories ................................................. 1 This Booklet ................................................ 1 Manual Conventions ......................... 2 ...
Page 5 - Portable Power Generator
Introduction Rev 73531i-20100609 E 1 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. This Owner’s Manual...
Page 6 - DANGER
Manual Conventions 2 Rev 73531i-20100609 E 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 me...
Page 8 - Safety Rules; WARNING
Safety Rules 4 Rev 73531i-20100609 E 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 ...
Page 9 - Generator
Controls and Features Rev 73531i-20100609 E 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 (1) Carrying Handle (2) Fuel Lever Vent – T...
Page 10 - Controls and Features; Power Panel
Controls and Features 6 Rev 73531i-20100609 E Power Panel (1) Oil Warning Light - Check oil level when this light turns on. Engine will not run when indicator is lit. (2) Overload Indicator Light - This light turns ON when the generator is overloaded and will cut power to the receptacles. (3) Output...
Page 11 - Parts Included
Controls and Features Rev 73531i-20100609 E 7 Parts Included Your 73531i Gasoline Powered Inverter Generator ships with the following parts: Oil Funnel 1 piece Spark Plug Socket 1 piece
Page 12 - Add Engine Oil; CAUTION
Assembly 8 Rev 73531i-20100609 E 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 number and model ...
Page 13 - Assembly; Add Fuel; Grounding
Assembly Rev 73531i-20100609 E 9 Add Fuel 1. Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded fuel with a minimum octane rating of 85. 2. DO NOT mix oil with fuel. 3. Clean the area around the fuel cap. 4. Remove the fuel cap 5. Slowly add fuel to the tank. DO NOT overfill. Fill to the red level, visible on the f...
Page 14 - Generator Location; Starting the Engine
Operation 10 Rev 73531i-20100609 E Operation Generator Location DANGER CARBON MONOXIDE, using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO). This is a poison gas you cannot see or smell. If you can smell of the generator gas you are breathing CO. But ev...
Page 15 - Operation; Economy Control Switch; Connecting Electrical Loads; NOTE
Operation Rev 73531i-20100609 E 11 7. Pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly 8. As engine warms up, push the choke lever in. NOTE If the engine starts but does not run, make certain that the generator is on a flat, level surface. The engine is equipped with a low...
Page 16 - Stopping the Engine; Capacity
Operation 12 Rev 73531i-20100609 E 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 generato...
Page 17 - Wattage Reference Chart
Operation Rev 73531i-20100609 E 13 NOTE Never exceed the generator capacity when adding loads. Wattage Reference Chart Use the chart to determine approximate wattage requirements for your equipment. NOTE Starting watts can exceed three times the running watts. The values in the following table are a...
Page 18 - NOTICE; Engine Maintenance; Oil
Maintenance 14 Rev 73531i-20100609 E Maintenance The owner/operator is responsible for all periodic maintenance. NOTICE Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emission control devices and systems may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. WARNING Never operate a dama...
Page 19 - Maintenance; Air Filter; Spark Arrester Cleaning
Maintenance Rev 73531i-20100609 E 15 7. Refer to the spark plug recommendation chart when replacing the plug. 8. Carefully thread the plug into the engine. 9. Use the spark plug tool to firmly install the plug. 10. Attach the spark plug wire to the plug. 11. Reinstall the spark plug access cap, and ...
Page 20 - Adjustments; Generator Maintenance
Maintenance 16 Rev 73531i-20100609 E Adjustments The air-fuel mixture is not adjustable. Tampering with the throttle control can damage your generator and your electrical devices and will void your warranty. CPE recommends that you contact our service line at 1-877-338-0999 for all other service and...
Page 23 - Specifications; Parts Diagram
Specifications Rev 73531i-20100609 E 19 Parts Diagram
Page 24 - Parts List
Specifications 20 Rev 73531i-20100609 E Parts List No. Part Number Description Qty 1 0902.200800.00 CROSS BANDING 4 2 GB818 M5X14 03 SCREW M5×14 17 3 0902.200300.00 RIGHT SIDE COVER ASSEMBLY 1 4 02.006002.00 NUT M6 4 5 02.005002.00 NUT M5 7 6 0902.200600.00 BASE ASSEMBLY 1 7 0902.200604.00 BASE MOUN...
Page 26 - Engine Parts Diagram
Specifications 22 Rev 73531i-20100609 E Engine Parts Diagram
Page 27 - Engine Parts List
Specifications Rev 73531i-20100609 E 23 Engine Parts List # Part Number Description Qty 1 GB5789 M6X12 BOLT M6X12 9 2 0902.061000.00 STARTER ASSY. 1 3 GB5789 M6X15 BOLT M6X15 5 4 02.006001.00 NUT 1 5 0902.080100.00 FAN COVER COMP. 1 6 02.012000.10 NUT M12X1.25 2 7 GB16674 M5X12 BOLT M5X12 4 8 0902.0...
Page 29 - Wiring Diagram
Specifications Rev 73531i-20100609 E 25 Wiring Diagram
Page 31 - Warranty; Warranty Qualifications
Warranty Rev 73531i-20100609 E 27 Warranty CHAMPION POWER EQUIPMENT 2 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 ...