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. WARNING: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Have questions...
Page 3 - Recoil Start; PORTABLE GENERATOR; TABLE Of CONTENTS
46598 Recoil Start PORTABLE GENERATOR 4000 Starting Watts / 3500 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 46598-20130227 ENGLISH 46598 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 46598-20130227 2 46598 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 46598-20130227 ENGLISH 46598 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 46598-20130227 4 46598 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 46598-20130227 ENGLISH 46598 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 46598-20130227 6 46598 ENGLISH Power Panel CONTROLS AND fEATURES (1) Engine Switch – Used to start or stop the generator. (2) Circuit Breakers – Protects the generator against electrical overloads. (3) Voltmeter – Used to display generator output voltage. (4) 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp Twist-Lock R...
Page 10 - Parts Included; Other
7 REV 46598-20130227 ENGLISH 46598 CONTROLS AND fEATURES Parts Included Your 46598 Gasoline Powered Generator ships with the following parts: Other – Oil Funnel 1 – Spark Plug Socket 1
Page 11 - ASSEMBLy; Remove the Generator from the Shipping Carton; NOTE; Add Engine Oil; Add Engine Oil Cont’d.
REV 46598-20130227 8 46598 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 fuel
9 REV 46598-20130227 ENGLISH 46598 ASSEMBLy Add fuel 1. Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded fuel with a minimum octane rating of 85 and an ethanol content of less than 10% by volume. 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 ta...
Page 13 - OPERATION; Generator Location; Surge Protection; Grounding
REV 46598-20130227 10 46598 ENGLISH OPERATION Generator Location NEVER operate the generator inside any building, including garages, basements, crawlspaces and sheds, enclosure or compartment, including the generator compartment of a recreational vehicle. Please consult your local authority. In some...
Page 14 - Connecting Electrical Loads; Stopping the Engine; Connecting Electrical Loads Cont’d.
11 REV 46598-20130227 ENGLISH 46598 OPERATION 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 connec...
Page 15 - Do Not Overload Generator; Capacity; Power Management; Operation at High Altitude
REV 46598-20130227 12 46598 ENGLISH 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 is the amou...
Page 16 - Air filter; Spark Plugs; MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE; Engine Maintenance; Oil
13 REV 46598-20130227 ENGLISH 46598 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 17 - Adjustments; Cleaning; Spark Arrester
REV 46598-20130227 14 46598 ENGLISH MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 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 oth...
Page 18 - Generator Maintenance; Storage; Generator Storage; Generator Storage Cont’d.
15 REV 46598-20130227 ENGLISH 46598 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 46598-20130327 16 46598 ENGLISH Engine Specifications – Model YF168FD-2-010 – 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 ge...
Page 20 - Parts Diagram
17 REV 46598-20130227 ENGLISH 46598 SPECIfICATIONS Parts Diagram 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 1 7 1 8 1 9 2 0 2 1 2 2 2 3 1 6 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 2 8 2 9 3 0 3 1 3 2 2 7 3 3 3 4 3 5 3 6 3 7 3 8 3 9 4 0 4 1 4 2 4 3 4 4 4 5 4 7 4 9 5 0 5 1 5 2 5 3 5 5 2 7 6 4 6 5 6 6 6 7 6 8 6 9 7 4 7 5 6...
Page 21 - Parts List
REV 46598-20130227 18 46598 ENGLISH Parts List # Part Number Description Qty 1 26.401 Engine 1 2 122.190005.00 Rubber,Fore-Cover 1 3 122.190005.01 Rubber,Fore-Cover 1 4 123.191100.19 Rotor Assembly 1 5 2.08.022 Flange Bolt M8×242 1 6 1.96.08 Washer Ø8 1 7 1.7244.08 Lock Washer Ø8 1 8 123.191200.23 S...
Page 22 - Engine Parts Diagram
19 REV 46598-20130327 ENGLISH 46598 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 24 - Wiring Diagram
21 REV 46598-20130227 ENGLISH 46598 Wiring Diagram SPECIfICATIONS
Page 25 - TROUBLESHOOTING; for further technical support :
REV 46598-20130227 22 46598 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 Un...
Page 26 - WARRANTy; Installation, Use and Maintenance Cont’d.
23 REV 46598-20130227 ENGLISH 46598 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...
