Champion 100806, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ... 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 2018 Safety and Performance of Portable Generators Covered by one or more of the following...

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: ...Stopping the Engine 23 Moving the Generator 23 Operation at High Altitude 23 Maintenance 24 Cleaning the Generator 24 Changing the Engine Oil 24 Cleaning and Adjusting the Spark Plug s 24 Cleaning the Air Filter 24 Cleaning the Spark Arrestor 24 Adjusting the Governor 24 Generator Battery 25 Maintenance Schedule 25 Storage 25 Short Term Storage up to 30 days 25 Mid Term Storage 30 days 1 year 25 L...

Page 4: ... 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 generator ...

Page 5: ...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 cords that are worn damaged or fra...

Page 6: ...istance 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 modify the generator in any way CAUTION Start the generator and allow ...

Page 7: ...ctly into the generator at the gas station Always use an approved container to transfer the fuel to the generator DO NOT overfill the gasoline tank Always keep gasoline away from sparks open flames pilot lights heat and other sources of ignition When starting the generator DO NOT attempt to start a damaged generator Always check that the gasoline cap air filter spark plug fuel lines and exhaust sy...

Page 8: ...hield Action automatic shutoff See CO Shield section C 1110 L OP B UNLEADED FUEL ONLY Minimum octane rating of 87 Maximum 10 ethanol GASOLINA REGULAR SOLAMENTE 87 octanos como mínimo Máximo de etanol de 10 ESSENCE SANS PLOMB SEULEMENT Indice d octane minimal de 87 Maximum 10 d éthanol K 109 Colors LPN 1110 L OP Rev B Size 46 x 46 mm Artwork Notes 3mm corner radius 2mm safe margin white to be print...

Page 9: ... 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 ca...

Page 10: ...OL MEANING Start On Stop or Off Circuit Breaker Reset Flip Circuit Breaker Reset Push Locking Receptacle High CO Warning Move generator to an open outdoor area Move to fresh air and get medical help if sick dizzy or weak CO Shield System Fault Electrical issue end of life SYMBOL MEANING Neutral Bonded to Frame Neutral circuit IS electrically connected to the frame ground of the generator Choke Run...

Page 11: ...ethanol content of 10 or less by volume 3 Turn the fuel valve to ON position 4 Press ignition switch to the ON position 5 Move the choke the CHOKE position 6 Pull the recoil cord 7 Move the choke to the RUN position 8 Plug in desired device Stopping the Engine 1 Turn off and unplug all connected electrical loads 2 Press the ignition switch to the OFF position 3 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF posit...

Page 12: ...ve Used to turn fuel supply on and off to engine 6 Air Filter Protects the engine by filtering dust and debris from the intake air 7 Recoil Starter Used to manually start the engine 8 Never Flat Wheels 9 5 in 24 1 cm 9 Oil Fill Cap Dipstick Used to check and fill oil level 10 Battery Provides 12V DC power the starting system 11 Support Leg 12 Ground Terminal Consult an electrician for local ground...

Page 13: ...ush Reset Protects the generator against electrical overloads RECEPTACLES A W 120V AC 30A Locking NEMA L5 30R May be used to supply electrical power for operation of 120 Volt AC 30 Amp single phase 60 Hz electrical loads B Y 120 240V AC 30A Locking NEMA L14 30R May be used to supply electrical power for operation of 120 240 Volt AC 30 Amp single phase 60 Hz electrical loads C C 4 120V AC 20A GFCI ...

Page 14: ...e 120 volts Frequency F Output frequency in hertz Example 60 0 hertz Run Time R Run time of the generator for the current session Example 6 hours Total Run Time Total run time of the generator since first operation Example 16 hours Intelligauge Four mode digital meter for displaying voltage frequency run time and total run time ...

Page 15: ...e Oil 37 2 fl oz 1100 ml Oil Funnel 1 Assembly Parts Wheels 9 5 in 24 1 cm Never Flat Wheel A 2 Wheel Hub Cap B 2 Roll Pin C 2 Large R clip D 2 Support Leg Support Leg with Vibration Mounts E 2 Flange Bolt M8 48 F 4 Flange Lock Nut M8 G 4 Tools Needed Wrench Socket set metric Pliers A E B F C G D ...

Page 16: ...CAUTION The wheel kit is not intended for over the road use Install the Wheels 1 Before adding fuel and oil tip the generator onto it s recoil end 2 Remove wheel hub cap B from wheel by inserting a small screwdriver into the slot provided and pry upward 3 Slide the roll pin C through the wheel A from the outside 4 Slide the roll pin through the mount point on the frame 5 Secure with the r clip D 6...

Page 17: ...fuel CAUTION Use unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 87 and an ethanol content of 10 or less by volume DO NOT light cigarettes or smoke when filling the tank DO NOT mix oil and gasoline DO NOT overfill the tank Fill tank to approximately in 6 4 mm below the top of the tank to allow for gasoline expansion DO NOT pump gasoline directly into the generator at the pump Use an approved fue...

Page 18: ...mperie Apunte el escape alejado No corra los generadores en áreas cerradas ej no en una casa o garaje Déplacer le générateur vers un espace extérieur en plein air Garder l échappement loin Ne pas faire fonctionner les générateurs dans un espace clos ex pas dans une maison ou un garage ACTION LABEL ETIQUETA DE ACCIÓN ÉTIQUETTE D ACTION EXHAUST EL ESCAPE L ECHAPPEMENT POINT AWAY DIRIJA ALEJADO DIRIG...

Page 19: ... away from people or buildings WARNING Tampering with the CO Shield system could result in a hazardous condition and will void your warranty Removing the CO Shield module will not allow the generator to start Generator Location WARNING NEVER operate the generator inside any building garage basement crawlspace shed enclosure or compartment including a generator compartment of a recreational vehicle...

Page 20: ...ange 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 feeding your sensitive equipment Surge suppressors come in single or multi outlet styles They re designed to protect against virtually all short duration volta...

Page 21: ...el falls below a critical threshold Battery NOTICE The supplied 12V battery does re charge while the engine is running and the battery switch is turned ON but it is also recommended that the battery be fully charged at least once per month or maintained with a trickle charger or battery maintainer not included Connecting Electrical Loads Let the engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes after...

Page 22: ...umber calculated in step 2 Starting wattage is the surge of power needed to start some electric driven equipment Following the steps listed under Power Management will guarantee that only one device will be starting at a time Power Management Use the following formula to convert voltage and amperage to watts Volts Amps Watts To prolong the life of your generator and attached devices follow these s...

Page 23: ...4 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position Important Always ensure that the fuel valve and the ignition switch are in the OFF position when the generator is not in use NOTICE If the engine will not be used for a period of two 2 weeks or longer please see the Storage section for proper engine and fuel storage Moving the Generator CAUTION NEVER lift or carry the generator using the folding handle NEV...

Page 24: ...age the generator windings It can also 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 spa...

Page 25: ...ngine specific maintenance refer to Honda s engine owner operator manual for the following maintenance items among others Check Change Oil Check Clean Replace Air Filter Valve Clearance Fuel Tube Line Service your generator more frequently when operating in adverse conditions Contact our Technical Support Team at 1 877 338 0999 to locate the nearest CPE certified service dealer for your generator ...

Page 26: ...w on the carburetor to empty any excess gasoline from the gasoline tank and carburetor into an appropriate container Use a funnel and appropriate hose if necessary under the carburetor drain bolt to avoid spillage 4 When gasoline stops flowing from the carburetor replace and tighten the carburetor drain screw and be sure to properly dispose of the drained gasoline according to local regulations or...

Page 27: ...able Non Spillable Lead Acid Volts DC 12 Capacity 14 Ah Temperature Specifications Starting Temperature Range F C 5 to 104 15 to 40 NOTICE An important message about temperature Your product is designed and rated for continuous operation at ambient temperatures up to 104 F 40 C When needed it may be operated at temperatures ranging from 5 F 15 C to 122 F 50 C for short periods of time If exposed t...

Page 28: ...pen outdoor area Point exhaust away from people and buildings Move to fresh air and get medical help if sick dizzy or weak If equipped CO Shield shutoff due system fault if the yellow LED light blinks on the panel Start to confirm yellow LED light blinks when if generator shuts off If CO Shield continues sense the fault and shuts off contact technical support Clogged spark arrestor Clean spark arr...

Page 29: ...until green LED illuminates Contact the help line Other Contact the help line Engine hunts or falters Engine governor defective Contact the help line Dirty fuel valve Clean the fuel valve Carburetor is dirty and running lean Contact the help line Choke in wrong position Move choke until it stops under RUN position or push in completely Repeated circuit breaker tripping Overload Review load and adj...

Page 30: ...rly 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 ac...