Page 2 - FCC Statement; Have questions or need assistance?; Call our Customer Care Team Toll-Free at:
*We are always working to improve our products. Therefore, the enclosed product may differ slightly from the image on the cover. FCC Statement 1. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interferen...
Page 3 - PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR; TABLE OF CONTENTS
73540i 2000 Max Watts / 1700 Rated Watts PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR 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 Parts Included 5 Power Panel 6 Assembly 7 Remove the Ge...
Page 4 - ENGLISH; Introduction; Model Number; INTRODUCTION
1 REV 73540i-20130309 ENGLISH 73540i 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. Portable Power Gene...
Page 5 - MANUAL CONVENTIONS; CAUTION; DANGER; WARNING
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 ...
Page 6 - SAFETy RULES; When servicing the generator:
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...
Page 7 - When adding or removing fuel :
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...
Page 8 - Inverter; CONTROLS AND FEATURES; Parts Included
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...
Page 9 - Power Panel
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 – ...
Page 10 - Remove the Generator from the Shipping Carton; ASSEMBLy; NOTE; Add Engine Oil; Add Engine Oil Cont’d.
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...
Page 11 - Grounding; Add Fuel
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...
Page 12 - Starting the Engine; OPERATION; Generator Location
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...
Page 13 - Economy Control Switch; Starting the Engine Cont’d.; Connecting Electrical Loads
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...
Page 14 - Stopping the Engine
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...
Page 15 - Do Not Overload Generator; Capacity; Overload Operation
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...
Page 16 - Engine Maintenance; Oil; Spark Plugs; MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
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...
Page 17 - Spark Arrester Cleaning; Adjustments
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...
Page 18 - Storage; Generator Storage; Generator Maintenance; Maintenance Schedule
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...
Page 19 - SPECIFICATIONS
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...
Page 20 - Parts Diagram
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 ...
Page 21 - Parts List
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...
Page 22 - Engine Parts Diagram
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...
Page 23 - Engine Parts List
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...
Page 24 - Wiring Diagram; CONTROL UNI; GENERATO
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...
Page 25 - TROUBLESHOOTING; For further technical support :
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 ...
Page 26 - WARRANTy; Installation, Use and Maintenance Cont’d.
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...
