Champion Global Power Equipment 201047, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...jury This manual should remain with the product Specifications descriptions and illustrations in this manual are as accurate as known at the time of publication but are subject to change without notice This product meets the requirements of the PGMA Portable Generator Manufacturers Association standard ANSI PGMA G300 2015 Safety and Performance of Portable Generators Covered by one or more of the ...

Page 2: ...t all carbon monoxide risks you ll be better prepared to protect your family from this colorless oderless threat CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY THE BIG PICTURE KNOW THE SYMPTOMS Headache Nausea Shortness of breath Dizziness Fatigue STAY ALERT WITH CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS POINT FUMES AWAY FROM NEARBY PEOPLE KEEP IT OUTSIDE AND AWAY FROM DOORS WINDOWS AND GARAGES ALWAYS READ THE OPERATOR S MANUAL FIRST MA...

Page 3: ...l Operation 23 Stopping the Engine 23 Moving the Generator 24 Operation at High Altitude 24 Maintenance 25 Cleaning the Generator 25 Changing the Engine Oil 25 Cleaning and Adjusting the Spark Plug 26 Cleaning the Air Filter 26 Cleaning the Spark Arrestor 26 Adjusting the Governor 27 Maintenance Schedule 27 Storage 27 Short Term Storage up to 30 days 27 Mid Term Storage 30 days 1 year 28 Long Term...

Page 4: ...ry effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information in this manual at the time of publication and we reserve the right to change alter and or improve the product and this document at any time without prior notice CPE highly values how our products are designed manufactured operated and serviced as well as providing safety to the operator and those around the generato...

Page 5: ...tating parts can entangle hands feet hair clothing and or accessories Traumatic amputation or severe laceration can result Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts Tie up long hair and remove jewelry DO NOT wear loose fitting clothing dangling drawstrings or items that could become caught DANGER Generator produces powerful voltage DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles DO NOT use electrical co...

Page 6: ...r laceration When starting engine pull the recoil cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback DO NOT start or stop the engine with electrical devices plugged in and turned on CAUTION Exceeding the generator s running capacity can damage the generator and or electrical devices connected to it DO NOT overload the generator DO NOT tamper with the governed speed DO NOT...

Page 7: ...and all LPG away from skin at all times When adding or removing gasoline DO NOT light or smoke cigarettes Turn the generator off and let cool for at least two minutes before removing the gasoline cap Always loosen the cap slowly to relieve pressure in the tank Only fill or drain gasoline outdoors in a well ventilated area DO NOT pump gasoline directly into the generator at the gas station Always u...

Page 8: ...40 C XXXXXXXXXXXX XXXX K Colors LPN 2666 L PR Rev A Size 123 x 40 mm Artwork Notes 3mm corner radius 2mm safe margin remove PROPANE WATTS if not applicable Revision Changes This artwork belongs to Champion Power Equipment The contents are confidential and privileged and shall not be disclosed to or used by or for outside parties without the explicit consent of Champion Power Equipment 1620 PROPANE...

Page 9: ...nts before operation Electric Shock Failure to use in dry conditions and to observe safe practices can result in electric shock Improper connections to a building can allow current to backfeed into utility lines creating an electrocution hazard A transfer switch must be used when connecting to a building Fire Explosion Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive Fire or explosion can...

Page 10: ... will allow you to more safely operate the product SYMBOL MEANING Propane Hose Inlet Engine Run Propane Engine Run Gasoline Choke Stop or Off ECO Economy Mode Button Low Oil Overload Reset Button SYMBOL MEANING Circuit Breaker Reset Push Ground Terminal Neutral Floating Neutral circuit IS NOT electrically connected to the frame ground of the generator Parallel Connection s 12V Direct Current Gasol...

Page 11: ...E position 5 Pull the recoil cord 6 Turn EZ Start dial to gasoline icon for gasoline RUN 7 Plug in desired device Stopping the Engine 1 Turn off and unplug all connected electrical loads 2 Turn the fuel vent lever to the OFF position 3 Turn the EZ Start dial to the STOP position For adding fuel and starting the engine with LPG see Add Fuel Propane LPG in Assembly section and Starting the Engine Pr...

Page 12: ...future reference Generator 1 Carrying Handle Used to lift or carry the unit 2 Recoil Starter Used to manually start the engine 3 LPG Inlet Used to connect LPG fuel source to generator 4 Control Panel See Control Panel section 5 Fuel Cap Remove to add fuel 6 Fuel Lever Vent Turn this valve to the ON position to supply air to the tank 7 Fuel Gauge 8 Spark Plug Access Cover 9 Maintenance Cover 10 Oil...

Page 13: ...o inverters together for increased power output parallel kit sold separately 7 Ground Terminal Consult an electrician for local grounding regulations RECEPTACLES A z 12V DC 8A Automotive May be used to supply electrical power for operation of 12 Volt DC 8 Amp electrical loads B A 2 120V AC 20A NEMA 5 20R May be used to supply electrical power for operation of 120 Volt AC 20 Amp single phase 60 Hz ...

Page 14: ... This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning...

Page 15: ...cation for the life of the bearing NOTICE The recommended oil type for typical use is 10W 30 automotive oil However using the listed conventional oils shown in the Recommended Engine Oil Type chart may be used for typical use including the first 5 hours of the break in run time period of the engine If running generator in extreme temperatures refer to the Recommended Engine Oil Type chart 20 0 20 ...

Page 16: ...rator Never use a gasoline container gasoline tank or any other fuel item that is broken cut torn or damaged DO NOT overfill the gasoline tank Always keep fuel away from sparks open flames pilot lights heat and other sources of ignition Use clean fresh regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 87 and an ethanol content of 10 or less by volume y b c DO NOT mix oil with gasoline 1 Re...

Page 17: ...PG hose assembly included to the propane cylinder valve and hand tighten until snug DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN 4 Remove the rubber boot covering the propane connection port on the inverter 5 Align the plastic finger on the male hose fitting on the LPG hose assembly with the slot next to the female quick connect coupling on the inverter 6 Insert the hose fitting into the quick connect coupling and push in...

Page 18: ...ot function if the receptacle ground pin is not functional Neutral Bonded to Frame Neutral circuit IS electrically connected to the frame ground of the generator The generator system ground connects lower frame cross member below the alternator The system ground is connected to the AC neutral wire See your Specifications section for specified type of grounding OPERATION Generator Location WARNING ...

Page 19: ...urge Protection Electronic devices including computers and many programmable appliances use components that are designed to operate within a narrow voltage range and may be affected by momentary voltage fluctuations While there is no way to prevent voltage fluctuations you can take steps to protect sensitive electronic equipment Install UL1449 CSA listed plug in surge suppressors on the outlets fe...

Page 20: ...mbient 59 F 15 C The choke must be in 100 of the CHOKE position for manual start procedures Do not over choke As soon as the engine starts turn the EZ Start dial to the RUN position NOTICE If the engine starts but does not continue to 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 le...

Page 21: ...ndication of a problem with the generator but only a problem with the flow of LPG from the cylinder If generator performance seems to be deteriorating at the same time that ice formation is observed on tank valve hose or regulator then some actions may be taken to eliminate this symptom In these rare situations it can be helpful to reduce or eliminate the cold fuel system effects by doing one of t...

Page 22: ...o 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 amount of power you need to keep your items running 3 Identify the highest starting wattage of all devices identified in step 1 Add this number to...

Page 23: ...list of compatible models or to order a parallel kit please call customer service at 1 877 338 0999 or visit www championpowerequipment com Detailed instructions for parallel kit installation and operation of the connected generators are provided in the parallel kit operator s manual Stopping the Engine Gasoline 1 Turn off and unplug all electrical loads Never start or stop the generator with elec...

Page 24: ...d starting increased fuel consumption and spark plug fouling To alleviate high altitude issues other than the natural power loss CPE can provide a high altitude carburetor main jet The alternative main jet and installation instructions can be obtained by contacting our Technical Support Team Installation instructions are also available in the Technical Bulletin area of the CPE website The part num...

Page 25: ...o contaminate the fuel system 1 Use a damp cloth to clean exterior surfaces of the generator 2 Use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt and oil 3 Use an air compressor 25 PSI to clear dirt and debris from the generator 4 Inspect all air vents and cooling slots to ensure that they are clean and unobstructed To prevent accidental starting remove and ground the spark plug wire before performing any se...

Page 26: ...e the non recoil side cover 2 Locate the air filter plastic cover Loosen the retaining screw and pull the cover off 3 Remove the air filter element 4 Wash in liquid detergent and water Squeeze thoroughly dry in a clean cloth 5 Saturate in clean engine oil 6 Squeeze in a clean absorbent cloth to remove all excess oil 7 Place the filter in the assembly 8 Reattach the air filter cover 9 Reinstall the...

Page 27: ...generator or engine maintenance needs EVERY 8 HOURS OR PRIOR TO EACH USE Check oil level Clean around air intake and muffler Check propane LPG hose for leaks FIRST 5 HOURS BREAK IN Change oil EVERY 50 HOURS OR ANNUALLY Clean air filter Change oil if operating under heavy load or in hot environments EVERY 100 HOURS OR ANNUALLY Change oil Clean adjust spark plug Clean spark arrestor Clean fuel valve...

Page 28: ...r inverter 3 Remove the non recoil side maintenance cover 4 Turn the EZ Start dial to the gasoline RUN position 5 Using a Phillips screwdriver rotate drain screw counterclockwise 3 full turns Gasoline will drain through clear tubing out underneath the inverter Make sure draining gasoline empties into an appropriate container 6 When gasoline stops flowing from the clear tube rotate drain screw cloc...

Page 29: ...l Type 80 100 120 28 9 F C 17 8 6 7 4 4 15 6 26 7 37 8 48 9 10W 30 5W 30 Full Synthetic 10W 40 5W 30 NOTICE Temperature will affect engine oil and engine performance Change the type of engine oil used based on temperature shown in the Recommended Engine Oil Type table Fuel Specifications Use unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 87 and an ethanol content of 10 or less by volume DO NOT ...

Page 30: ... and adjust See Connecting Electrical Loads Dirty air filter Clean or replace air filter Choke in wrong position Move EZ Start Dial to the RUN position Engine is running but no AC output Poor cord connection Check all connections Circuit breaker is open Reset circuit breaker Loose wiring Inspect and tighten wiring connections AC Overload Button illuminated red Reduce AC load and press Overload Res...

Page 31: ...perly or connected incorrectly to any electrical component Normal maintenance is not covered by this warranty and is not required to be performed at a facility or by a person authorized by CPE Other Exclusions This warranty excludes Cosmetic defects such as paint decals etc Wear items such as filter elements o rings etc Accessory parts such as starting batteries and storage covers Failures due to ...

Page 32: ...e condition exits CPE will repair your small off road engine SORE and equipment at no cost to you including diagnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE This Emissions Control System is warranted for two years If any emissions related part on your small off road engine SORE and equipment is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by CPE OWNER WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the ...

Page 33: ...l shall be warranted for the period of time prior to the first scheduled replacement point for that part If the part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement the part shall be repaired or replaced by CPE according to Subsection d below Any such emissions related part repaired or replaced under the ECS Warranty shall be warranted for a time not less than the remainder of the ECS Warranty Peri...

Page 34: ... Mounting Brackets Carburetor Purge Port Connector TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE You must take your CPE engine or the product on which it is installed along with your warranty registration card or other proof of original purchase date at your expense to any Champion Power Equipment dealer who is authorized by Champion Power Equipment Inc to sell and service that CPE product during his normal business...