Champion Power Equipment 73540i - Manuals

REV 73540i-20130309 2 73540i ENGLISH 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 ...

3 REV 73540i-20130309 ENGLISH 73540i 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 o...

REV 73540i-20130309 4 73540i 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 m...

5 REV 73540i-20130309 ENGLISH 73540i 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) Carrying Handle (2) Fuel Lever Vent – Turn this valve to the “On” position to su...

REV 73540i-20130309 6 73540i ENGLISH 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 Light – ...

7 REV 73540i-20130309 ENGLISH 73540i 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 h...

REV 73540i-20130309 8 73540i 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 heav...

9 REV 73540i-20130309 ENGLISH 73540i 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 cap vent lever to the “On” po...

REV 73540i-20130309 10 73540i ENGLISH Economy Control Switch The Economy Control switch can be activated in order to minimize fuel consumption and noise while operating the unit during times of reduced electrical output, allowing the engine speed to idle during periods of non-use. The engine speed r...

11 REV 73540i-20130309 ENGLISH 73540i OPERATION 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...

REV 73540i-20130309 12 73540i ENGLISH OPERATION Do Not Overload Generator Capacity Follow these simple steps to calculate the running and starting watts necessary for your purposes. 1. Select the electrical devices you plan on running at the same time. 2. Total the running watts of these items. This...

13 REV 73540i-20130309 ENGLISH 73540i The owner/operator is responsible for all periodic maintenance. Complete all scheduled maintenance in a timely manner. Correct any issue before operating the generator. Tampering with the factory set governor will void your warranty. Engine Maintenance To preven...

REV 73540i-20130309 14 73540i ENGLISH Spark Arrester Cleaning 1. Loosen M6x22 bolts to remove two pillars.2. Remove 4 screws to remove the muffler cover assembly. 3. Loosen the spark arrester clamp, remove the spark arrester cover, and with a thin blade screwdriver remove the spark arrester. 4. Care...

15 REV 73540i-20130309 ENGLISH 73540i 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. Generator Storage 1. Add a properly formulated fuel stabilizer to the tank.2. Be sure all app...

REV 73540i-20130309 16 73540i ENGLISH Oil Use 10W-30 automotive oil.Oil capacity is 0.4 L (0.42 qt.).DO NOT OVERFILL.Please reference the following chart for recommended oil types for use in the generator. Fuel Fuel capacity is 1.0 gal. (3.8 L). Use regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane ra...

17 REV 73540i-20130309 ENGLISH 73540i Parts Diagram SPECIFICATIONS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 10 11 1213 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 2 17 8 28 36 43 1 44 45 5 2 31 46 47 48 49 2 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 63 64 63 64 ...

REV 73540i-20130309 18 73540i ENGLISH Parts List # Part Number Description Qty 1 81.200800.00.2 Crossbanding 4 2 1.818.0514.3 Screw M5×14 17 3 81.200300.00.2 Cover (Black), Right Side 1 4 2.02.014 Nut M6 4 5 2.02.010 Nut M5 7 6 81.200601.00.2 Base Setting Comp. 1 7 81.200604.00 Mounting Rubber, Base...

19 REV 73540i-20130309 ENGLISH 73540i Engine Parts Diagram SPECIFICATIONS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 17 18 19 20 1 21 22 23 24 25 13 26 27 28 29 30 31 33 34 35 32 1 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 48 49 1 50 51 52 36 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 47 62 63 64 19 65 46 47 66 67 68 69 70 72 58 73 74 13 7...

REV 73540i-20130309 20 73540i ENGLISH Engine Parts List # Part Number Description Qty 1 1.5789.0612 Flange Bolt M6×12 10 2 81.061000.00 Recoil Assy. 1 3 1.5789.0615 Flange Bolt M6×15 5 4 2.02.013 Nut 1 5 81.080100.00 Fan Cover 1 6 2.02.018 Nut M12X1.25 2 7 1.16674.0512 Flange Bolt M5x12 4 8 81.08000...

21 REV 73540i-20130309 ENGLISH 73540i Wiring Diagram SPECIFICATIONS D C COIL D C DIODE _ + D C12V C I R CUIT BREAKER Y CONTROL UNI T P ORTFIRE E CO.SW E ARTH T ERMINAL P ARALLEL T ERMINAL O I L LEVEL SW STE PPING MOTOR S PARKING PLUG T RIGGER S TOP.SW L W G B Y R YELL OW BLA CK BL UE GRE EN RE D WHI...

REV 73540i-20130309 22 73540i ENGLISH 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 ...

23 REV 73540i-20130309 ENGLISH 73540i 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 locat...