Champion 41332, Owner'S Manual & Operating Instructions

Page 1: ...7 338 0999 www championpowerequipment com 8250 Starting Watts 6500 Rated Watts PORTABLE GENERATOR SAvE THESE INSTRuCTIONS Important Safety Instructions are included in this manual MADE IN CHINA REV 41332 20120120 Wireless Remote Electric Start 41332 MODEL NUMBER warranty_badges pdf 1 8 18 11 10 45 AM ...

Page 2: ... 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 Info Updates Frequently Asked Questions Tech Bulletins Product Registration or Call our Customer Care Team Toll Free at 1 877 338 0999 ...

Page 3: ... Do Not Overload Generator 13 Capacity 13 Power Management 13 Operation at High Altitude 14 Maintenance and Storage 15 Engine Maintenance 15 Oil 15 Spark Plugs 15 Air Filter 15 Spark Arrester 16 Cleaning 16 Adjustments 16 Maintenance Schedule 16 Generator Maintenance 17 Storage 17 Generator Storage 17 Disconnect the Battery 17 Charge the Battery 17 Specifications 18 Engine Specifications 18 Genera...

Page 4: ...ormation available when ordering parts and when making technical or warranty inquiries Accessories Champion Power Equipment manufactures and sells accessories designed to help you get the most from your purchase To find out more about our covers power cables and storm kits please visit our web site at www championpowerequipment com This Booklet Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and...

Page 5: ...y hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage CAUTION DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury DANGER WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous si...

Page 6: ...as metal decking Use approved transfer equipment to isolate generator from your electric utility and Notify your utility company before connecting your generator to your power system DANGER Sparks can result in fire or electrical shock When servicing the generator Disconnect the spark plug wire and place it where it cannot contact the plug DO NOT check for spark with the plug removed Use only appr...

Page 7: ...and let it cool for at least two minutes before removing the fuel cap Loosen the cap slowly to relieve pressure in the tank Only fill or drain fuel outdoors in a well ventilated area DO NOT pump gas directly into the generator at the gas station Use an approved container to transfer the fuel to the generator DO NOT overfill the fuel tank Always keep fuel away from sparks open flames pilot lights h...

Page 8: ...ity fuel tank 2 Auto Choke Used to start the engine No manual adjustment required 3 Fuel Valve Used to turn fuel supply on and off to engine 4 Air Cleaner Protects the engine by filtering dust and debris from the intake air 5 Recoil Starter Used to manually start the engine 6 Oil Filler Cap Check and fill engine oil level 7 Battery Used to start the engine Provides 12V DC to the electric starter a...

Page 9: ...new remote controls 6 120 Volt AC 30 Amp Twist Lock Receptacle NEMA L5 30R May be used to supply electrical power for the operation of 120 Volt AC 30 Amp single phase 60 Hz electrical loads 7 120 240 Volt AC 30 Amp Twist Lock Receptacle NEMA L14 30R May be used to supply electrical power for the operation of 120 and or 240 Volt AC 30 Amp single phase 60 Hz electrical loads 8 120 Volt AC 20 Amp Dup...

Page 10: ...ained Moving the Ignition Switch to the OFF position disables the Remote functions but the RCM still consumes approximately 2 mA from the battery To prevent battery drain press the Battery Switch to the OFF position This disconnects power to the RCM so there is no current draw on the battery Power Panel Load Management When the generator initially starts by the Remote no voltage is supplied to the...

Page 11: ...Powered Generator ships with the following parts Wheel Kit 10 Wheel 2 Flange Bolt M10x115 for Wheel 2 Bushing 2 Flat Washer 10 2 Nut M10 2 Support Leg w Vibration Mounts 1 Flange Bolt M8x16 for Support Leg 2 Nut M8 4 Other Remote 1 Cap Screw M5x12 for Battery Terminals 2 Nut M5 2 Battery Bolts ...

Page 12: ...the following tools to install the wheels 17 mm wrench OR adjustable wrench not included Socket wrench with a 16 mm socket not included Pliers not included 1 Before adding fuel and oil tip the generator on it s side 2 Slide the M10x115 wheel bolt through the washer sleeve and wheel 3 Slide the bolt through the mount point on the frame 4 Fasten securely with the M10 nut 5 Repeat steps 2 4 to attach...

Page 13: ... the crankcase falls below the threshold level CAUTION Add Engine Oil DO NOT attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been properly filled with the recommended type and amount of oil Damage to the generator as a result of failure to follow these instructions will void your warranty CAUTION Assembly Check oil often during the break in period Refer to the Maintenance section for recommende...

Page 14: ...mum copper wire between the generator ground terminal and a copper rod driven into the ground We strongly recommend that you consult with a qualified electrician to ensure compliance with local electrical codes Failure to properly ground the generator can result in electric shock WARNING Use regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 85 Do not mix oil and gasoline Fill tank to appro...

Page 15: ...or stop the generator with electrical devices plugged in and turned on 3 Turn the Fuel Valve to the ON position 4 Press the Battery Switch to ON 5 ELECTRIC START Press and hold ignition switch in the Start position until the engine starts When the engine starts release the ignition switch allowing it to settle to the Run position Holding down the ignition switch for longer than 5 seconds can damag...

Page 16: ...pany power lines You are responsible for ensuring that your generator s electricity does not feed back into the electric utility power lines If the generator will be connected to a building electrical system consult your local utility company or a qualified electrician Connections must isolate generator power from utility power and must comply with all applicable laws and codes NOTE Operation Do N...

Page 17: ...00 Meters Altitude main jet 188 131017 01 Operation using the alternative main jet at elevations lower than the recommended minimum altitude can damage the engine For operation at lower elevations the standard main jet must be used Operating the engine with the wrong engine configuration at a given altitude may increase its emissions and decrease fuel efficiency and performance WARNING To alleviat...

Page 18: ...Carefully thread the plug into the engine 7 Use the spark plug tool to firmly install the plug 8 Attach the spark plug wire to the plug For service or parts assistance contact our help line at 1 877 338 0999 NOTE Maintenance replacement or repair of emission control devices and systems may be performed by any non road engine repair establishment or individual NOTE WARNING WARNING Improper maintena...

Page 19: ...ester to the muffler 3 Remove the spark arrester screen 4 Carefully remove the carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen with a wire brush 5 Replace the spark arrester if it is damaged 6 Position the spark arrester in the muffler and attach with the three screws Failure to clean the spark arrester will result in degraded engine performance CAUTION Maintenance and Storage Federal and local law...

Page 20: ...ensure that they are clean and unobstructed DO NOT use a garden hose to clean the generator Water can enter the generator through the cooling slots and damage the generator windings CAUTION Disconnect the Battery 1 Remove the protective cover from the black negative battery lead 2 Disconnect the black negative lead from the black negative terminal on the battery and store the cap screw M5x12 and l...

Page 21: ...cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which ...

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Page 23: ...05FD 1152020 5 Rotor Assembly 1 58 GB5789 FB6 8 Flange Bolt M6 8 2 59 ST05FD 1151600 Air Guide 1 60 ST05FD 1152008 Plug A 1 61 ST05FD 1152009 Plug B 1 Part Number Description Qty 62 188FDE GC3 Engine 1 63 ST182FD 1742203 UC Cover Handle 1 64 509 200701 07 Handle 1 65 ST05FD 03161202 Bushing G10424 Handle 2 66 GB896 B 6 Baffle ø6 2 67 ST182FD 1742002 UC Pin 2 68 GB896 B 8 Baffle ø8 2 69 GB5789 FB8 ...

Page 24: ...21 REV 41332 20120120 ENGLISH 41332 Specifications Engine Parts Diagram ...

Page 25: ... Head 1 62 ST188F 1010001 Exhaust Stud 2 63 F6RTC Spark Plug 1 Part Number Description Qty 64 ST188F 1030009 Bolt Cylinder Head 4 65 ST188F 1020003 CPE Gasket Cylinder Head 1 66 ST188F 1020100 A Cylinder Head Cover 1 67 ST188FD 1020002 Breather Tube 1 68 ST188F 1020004 Gasket Head Cover Bolt 1 69 ST188F 1020005 Washer Head Cover Bolt 1 70 ST188F 1020006 Bolt Head Cover 1 71 ST188F 1041000 Camshaft...

Page 26: ...F ON ST COMBINATION SWITCH 6 5 4 3 2 1 B W B W B ST OFF ON FUSE 10A B W C G Y G Y G Y B Br R EARTH TERMINAL Y B G Y G Y R PILOT LAMP BUTTON Transition Receiver module W W C CARNATION C stepper motor L C OY R B antenna W Y G Y W SWITCH lb l la AVR W R G Y G Y Y W L L R W MW1 FW EXW MW2 B L14 30R L Y Y L L L5 30R 5 20R B W W R R L B R R B R G Y B B W G Y W W DCW CIRCUIT BREAKER CIRCUIT BREAKER CIRCU...

Page 27: ...shuts down during operation Out of fuel Fill fuel tank Low oil level Fill crankcase to the proper level Place generator on a flat level surface Generator cannot supply enough power or overheating Generator is overloaded Review load and adjust See Power Management Insufficient ventilation Check for air restriction Move to a well ventilated area No AC output Cable not properly connected Check all co...

Page 28: ...or labor if this generator is deemed to have been misused neglected involved in an accident abused loaded beyond the generator s limits modified installed improperly or connected incorrectly to any electrical component Installation Use and Maintenance Cont d Normal maintenance such as spark plugs air filters adjustments fuel system cleaning and obstruction due to buildup is not covered by this war...

Page 29: ... off road engine at no cost to you including diagnosis parts and labor For engines less than or equal to 80cc only the fuel tank and fuel line is subject to the evaporative emission control warranty requirements of this section MANUFACTURER S EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY COVERAGE This emission control system is warranted for two years subject to provisions set forth below If during the warrant...

Page 30: ... 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 the remainder of the ECS Warranty Period prior to the first schedu...

Page 31: ...nting 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 hou...