Page 2 - Have questions or need assistance?; 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: • Product...
Page 3 - Recoil Start; PORTABLE GENERATOR; TABLE Of CONTENTS
46595 Recoil Start PORTABLE GENERATOR 3500 Starting Watts / 3000 Rated Watts TABLE Of CONTENTS Introduction 1 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 Wheel Kit 7 Othe...
Page 4 - ENGLISH; Introduction; Model Number; INTROdUCTION
1 REV 46595-20130329 ENGLISH 46595 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 - MANUAL CONVENTIONS; CAUTION; dANGER; WARNING
REV 46595-20130329 2 46595 ENGLISH 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 messages to...
Page 6 - SAfETy RULES; When servicing the generator:
3 REV 46595-20130329 ENGLISH 46595 SAfETy RULES Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, 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 only ...
Page 7 - When adding or removing fuel :
REV 46595-20130329 4 46595 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 46595-20130329 ENGLISH 46595 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 CONTROLS ANd fEATURES (1) Fuel Tank – 3.8 gal. (14.4 L) capacity fuel tank. ...
Page 9 - Power Panel
REV 46595-20130329 6 46595 ENGLISH Power Panel CONTROLS ANd fEATURES (1) Engine Switch – Used to start or stop the generator. (2) Intelligauge TM – Three mode digital meter for displaying running hours, voltage and hertz. (3) Circuit Breakers – Protects the generator against electrical overloads. (4...
Page 10 - Parts Included; Wheel Kit
7 REV 46595-20130329 ENGLISH 46595 CONTROLS ANd fEATURES Parts Included Your 46595 Gasoline Powered Generator ships with the following parts: Wheel Kit – 8 in. Wheel 2 – Flange Bolt (M10x105 for Wheel) 2 – Bushing 2 – Flat Washer 10 mm 2 – Nut (M10) 2 – Support Leg (w/vibration mounts) 1 – Flange Bo...
Page 11 - ASSEMBLy; Remove the Generator from the Shipping Carton; Install the Handle
REV 46595-20130329 8 46595 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; NOTE; Add Engine Oil Cont’d.
9 REV 46595-20130329 ENGLISH 46595 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. DO NOT OVERFILL. 4. Check engine oil level daily and add as needed. The recommended oil type is 10W-30 4-...
Page 13 - Grounding; Add fuel
REV 46595-20130329 10 46595 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 - Surge Protection; OPERATION; Generator Location
11 REV 46595-20130329 ENGLISH 46595 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 15 - Starting the Engine; Connecting Electrical Loads; Connecting Electrical Loads Cont’d.; Stopping the Engine
REV 46595-20130329 12 46595 ENGLISH 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 oil sensor that will prevent the engine from running when the oil level falls below a critical threshold. NOTE Starting the Engine ...
Page 16 - Operation at High Altitude; do Not Overload Generator; Capacity; Power Management
13 REV 46595-20130329 ENGLISH 46595 OPERATION Operation at High Altitude The density of air at high altitude is lower than at sea level. Engine power is reduced as the air mass and air-fuel ratio decrease. Engine power and generator output will be reduced approximately 3½% for every 1000 feet of ele...
Page 17 - Air filter; Spark Plugs; MAINTENANCE ANd STORAGE; Engine Maintenance; Oil
REV 46595-20130329 14 46595 ENGLISH The owner/operator is responsible for all periodic maintenance. Complete all scheduled maintenance in a timely manner. Correct any issue before operating the generator. Never operate a damaged or defective generator. Tampering with the factory set governor will vo...
Page 18 - Adjustments; Spark Arrester
15 REV 46595-20130329 ENGLISH 46595 Adjustments The air-fuel mixture is not adjustable. Tampering with the governor can damage your generator and your electrical devices and will void your warranty. CPE recommends that you contact our service line at1-877-338-0999 for all other service and/or adjust...
Page 19 - Maintenance Schedule; Generator Maintenance; Storage; Generator Storage
REV 46595-20130329 16 46595 ENGLISH Maintenance Schedule Follow the service intervals indicated in the following maintenance schedule. Service your generator more frequently when operating in adverse conditions. Contact our helpline at 1-877-338-0999 to locate the nearest Champion Power Equipment ce...
Page 20 - SPECIfICATIONS
17 REV 46595-20130329 ENGLISH 46595 Engine Specifications – Model ST168FD-2-G – Displacement 196cc – Type 4-Stroke OHV – Start Type Recoil Oil Use 10W-30 automotive oil.Oil capacity is 0.63 qt. (0.6 L).DO NOT OVERFILL.Please reference the following chart for recommended oil types for use in the gene...
Page 21 - Wiring diagram; AVR
REV 46595-20130329 18 46595 ENGLISH Wiring diagram SPECIfICATIONS CIRCUIT BR E AKE R GENERA TO R B LO C K G W R B Y L IND IG O B LACK WH ITE WHIT E GREE N GREEN YE LL O W W H ITE B LU E G /Y G R E EN WHI TE RE D In W/ L BLAC K YE LL O W BLU E B r W/ G B/ W BR O W N IG N IT IO N C O IL SPARK IN G P L...
Page 22 - Parts diagram
19 REV 46595-20130329 ENGLISH 46595 SPECIfICATIONS Parts diagram 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 11 12 13 14 1 5 1 6 17 18 1 9 20 2 1 22 23 2 4 16 2 5 2 6 2 7 2 8 29 3 0 3 1 3 2 33 1 6 2 8 3 4 35 3 6 37 38 3 9 4 0 4 2 43 4 4 4 5 4 6 4 7 4 8 4 9 50 52 5 3 5 5 56 57 58 5 9 6 0 6 1 63 64 65 6 6 67 6 8 69 7 0 7 1...
Page 23 - Parts List
REV 46595-20130329 20 46595 ENGLISH Parts List # Part Number Description Qty 1 ST168FD-2-G Engine 1 2 ST02FD-02100011 Build Up-B 1 3 ST02FD-02100012 Build Up-A 1 4 504.191100.04 Rotor Comp 1 5 ST02FD-02100005-2.5 Flange Bolt M8×233 1 6 GB96 8 Washer Ø8 1 7 GB7244 8 Lock Washer Ø8 1 8 504.191200.04 S...
Page 24 - Engine Parts diagram
21 REV 46595-20130329 ENGLISH 46595 SPECIfICATIONS Engine Parts diagram 1 2 3 4 5 9 6 7 8 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 9 18 19 21 ,22 23 24 25 9 26 27 28 29 30 31 33 34 24 35 36 37 19 38 47 48 49 50 56 5 7 5 8 59 83 84 85 90 91 93 94 60 61 62 64 65 77 20 1 76 74 73 71 72 70 63 66 68 92 1 75 10 95 96 32 55 5...
Page 26 - TROUBLESHOOTING; for further technical support :
23 REV 46595-20130329 ENGLISH 46595 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 Un...
Page 27 - WARRANTy; Installation, Use and Maintenance Cont’d.
REV 46595-20130329 24 46595 ENGLISH 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 locatio...
