Champion Power Equipment 100331 Bedienungsanleitung

OWNER’S MANUAL

12039 Smith Ave.

Santa Fe Springs CA 90670

USA / 1-877-338-0999

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REV 100331-20170908

100331

MODEL NUMBER

4500 Starting Watts / 3650 Running Watts

PORTABLE GENERATOR

Manual Start

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For residents of California:

WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects

and other reproductive harm.

WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California

to cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm.

AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT TEMPERATURE:

Your Champion Power Equipment product is designed and rated for continuous operation at ambient temperatures up to

40°C (104°F). When your product is needed your product may be operated at temperatures ranging from -15°C (5°F) to

50°C (122°F) for short periods. If the product is exposed to temperatures outside this range during storage, it should be

brought back within this range before operation. In any event, the product must always be operated outdoors, in a

well-ventilated area and away from doors, windows and other vents.

100331

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Manual Start

PORTABLE GENERATOR

4500 Starting Watts / 3650 Running Watts

Introduction ............................ 1

Manual Conventions. ...................... 2

Safety Rules . ........................... 3

Safety Label Locations. .................. 5

Controls and Features ..................... 6

Generator. ........................... 6

Power Panel .......................... 7

Power Panel Symbols. ................... 8

Parts Included ........................ 8

Assembly .............................. 9

Unboxing ............................ 9

Add Engine Oil ........................ 9

Add Fuel ........................... 10

Grounding .......................... 10

Operation . ............................ 11

Generator Location .................... 11

Grounding .......................... 11

Surge Protection ...................... 11

Starting the Engine .................... 11

Connecting Electrical Loads .............. 12

Stopping the Engine ................... 12

Do Not Overload Generator . .............. 13

Capacity ......................... 13

Power Management . ................. 13

Operation at High Altitude ............... 13

Maintenance and Storage .................. 14

Engine Maintenance ................... 14

Oil ............................. 14

Spark Plugs ....................... 14

Air Filter ......................... 14

Spark Arrester ..................... 15

Adjustments . ...................... 15

Maintenance Schedule. ............... 15

Generator Maintenance ................. 16

Cleaning ......................... 16

Storage ............................ 16

Short Term Storage (up to 1 year) ........ 16

Long Term Storage (over 1 year) ......... 16

Removing from Storage ................. 17

Speciﬁcations . ......................... 18

Engine Speciﬁcations .................. 18

Generator Speciﬁcations ................ 18

Fuel .............................. 18

Oil ............................... 18

Spark Plugs ......................... 18

Maintenance Valve Clearance ............. 18

An Important Message About Temperature .... 18

Parts Diagram. ....................... 19

Parts List . .......................... 20

Engine Parts Diagram .................. 21

Wiring Diagram ....................... 23

Troubleshooting. ........................ 24

ENGLISH 100331

INTRODUCTION

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For Oil Type see ‘Add Engine Oil‘ section. For Fuel Type see ‘Add Fuel‘ section.

Congratulations on your purchase of a Champion Power Equipment product. Champion Power Equipment and

Champion Engine Technology designs, builds, and supports all of our products to strict speciﬁcations and guidelines.

With proper product knowledge, safe use, and regular maintenance, this product should bring years of satisfying

service.

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information in this manual, and we

reserve the right to change, alter and/or improve the product and this document at any time without prior notice.

Since CPE/CET highly value how our products are designed, manufactured, operated and are serviced, and also

highly value your safety and the safety of others, we would like you to take the time to review this product manual

and other product materials thoroughly and be fully aware and knowledgeable of the assembly, operation, dangers

and maintenance of the product before use. Fully familiarize yourself, and make sure others who plan on operating

the product fully familiarize themselves too, with the proper safety and operation procedures before each use. Please

always exercise common sense and always error on the side of caution when operating the product to ensure no

accidents, property damage, or injury occurs. We want you to continue to use and be satisﬁed with your CPE/CET

product for years to come.

100331 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 avoid or reduce the risk of serious injury or death.

CAUTION indicates a potentially 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

situation which, if not avoided, could result in

death or serious injury.

WARNING

If you have questions regarding your generator, we can

help. Please call our help line at 1-877-338-0999

NOTE

ENGLISH 100331

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 in a well ventilated

area.

DO NOT operate the generator inside any building,

including garages, basements, crawlspaces and

sheds, enclosure or compartment, including the

generator compartment of a recreational vehicle.

DO NOT allow exhaust fumes to enter a conﬁned

area through windows, doors, vents or other

openings.

DANGER CARBON MONOXIDE: using a generator

indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.

DANGER

Rotating 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.

Operate equipment with guards in place.

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 frayed.

DO NOT operate generator in wet weather.

DO NOT allow children or unqualiﬁed persons to

operate or service the generator

Use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) in damp

areas and areas containing conductive material such

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 approved spark plug testers.

WARNING

Running engines produce heat. Severe burns can

occur on contact.

Combustible material can catch ﬁre on contact.

DO NOT touch hot surfaces.

Avoid contact with hot exhaust gases.

Allow equipment to cool before touching.

Maintain at least 3 ft. (91.4 cm) of clearance on all

sides to ensure adequate cooling.

Maintain at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) of clearance from

combustible materials.

WARNING

Medical and Life Support Uses.

In case of emergency, call 911 immediately.

NEVER use this product to power life support

devices or life support appliances.

NEVER use this product to power medical devices

or medical appliances.

Inform your electricity provider immediately if you

or anyone in your household depends on electrical

equipment to live.

Inform your electrical provider immediately if a

loss of power would cause you or anyone in your

household to experience a medical emergency.

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains

chemicals known to the state of California to cause

cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

WARNING

Read this manual thoroughly before operating your

generator. Failure to follow instructions could result

in serious injury or death.

WARNING

100331 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 material to block the cooling slots.

If connected devices overheat, turn them off and

disconnect them from the generator.

DO NOT use the generator if:

– Electrical output is lost

– Equipment sparks, smokes or emits ﬂames

– Equipment vibrates excessively

CAUTION

Rapid retraction of the starter cord will pull hand and

arm towards the engine faster than you can let go.

Unintentional startup can result in entanglement,

traumatic amputation or laceration.

Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could result.

When starting engine, pull the starter 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.

WARNING

Exceeding the generator’s running capacity can

damage the generator and/or electrical devices

connected to it.

DO NOT overload the generator.

Start the generator and allow the engine to stabilize

before connecting electrical loads.

Connect electrical equipment in the off position,

and then turn them on for operation.

Turn electrical equipment off before stopping the

generator.

DO NOT tamper with the governed speed.

DO NOT modify the generator in any way.

CAUTION

Operation of this equipment may create sparks that

can start ﬁres around dry vegetation.

A spark arrestor may be required. The operator

should contact local ﬁre agencies for laws or

regulations relating to ﬁre prevention requirements.

WARNING

Fuel and fuel vapors are highly ﬂammable and

extremely explosive.

Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.

Unintentional startup can result in entanglement,

traumatic amputation or laceration.

When adding or removing fuel:

Turn the generator off 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, heat and other sources of ignition.

DO NOT light or smoke cigarettes.

When starting the generator:

DO NOT attempt to start a damaged generator.

Make certain that the gas cap, air ﬁlter, spark plug,

fuel lines and exhaust system are properly in place.

Allow spilled fuel to evaporate fully before

attempting to start the engine.

Make certain that the generator is resting ﬁrmly on

level ground.

When operating the generator:

DO NOT move or tip the generator during operation.

DO NOT tip the generator or allow fuel or oil to spill.

When transporting or servicing the generator:

Make certain that the fuel shutoff valve is in the off

position and the fuel tank is empty.

Disconnect the spark plug wire.

When storing the generator:

Store away from sparks, open ﬂames, pilot lights,

heat and other sources of ignition.

DANGER

ENGLISH 100331

SAFETY RULES

Safety Label Locations

These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read them carefully.

If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact Champion Power Equipment’s customer service department for

possible replacement.

A B C

GD D

WHEN STORING GASOLINE, PROPANE (LPG) OR

EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL IN IT: Store away from

furnaces, stoves, water heaters or other appliances that

have a pilot light or other ignition source because they

can ignite the fuel.

FOR USE IN A WEATHER-PROTECTED AREA ONLY.

DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN.

Operating of this equipment may create

sparks that can start ﬁres around dry

vegetation. A spark arrester may be required.

The operator should contact local ﬁre

agencies for laws or regulations relating to ﬁre

prevention requirements.

Read and follow all operating instructions

before running engine.

Gasoline and propane (LPG) are extrememely

ﬂammable. Check for spilled fuel or fuel

leaks. If one is found, shut off fuel supply and

stop engine immediately. Allow to cool at

least 2 minutes before refueling.

FOR ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT ONLY.

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

GN-SF-E-005.1

CUANDO ALMACENE GASOLINA, GAS PROPANO

(GLP) O EQUIPO CON COMBUSTIBLE ADENTRO:

Almacene fuera de hornos, estufas, calentones de agua,

o otros aparatos que tengan luz piloto o otra fuente de

encendido por que pueden encender el combustible.

PARA USO EN AREAS DESPEJADAS SOLAMENTE.

NO EXPONGA A LA LLUVIA.

La operación de este equipo puede originar

chispas que pueden crear incendios cerca de

la vegetación seca. Es posible que se requiera

un parachispas. El operador deberá

comunicarse con los organismos locales

encargados de combatir incendios para

conocer las leyes o reglamentos relacionados

con los requisitos para prevenir incendios.

Lea y acate todas las instrucciones de

operación antes de encender el motor.

La gasolina y el gas propano (GLP) son

extremadamente inﬂamables. Veriﬁque si

hay combustible derramado o fugas de

combustible. Si una es encontrada, apague

el suministro y pare el motor inmediata-

mente. Permita que se enfrié por los menos

2 minutos antes de reabastecerlo.

PARA EQUIPOS ELÉCTRICOS SOLAMENTE.

PELIGRO

ADVERTENCIA

PRECAUCIÓN

GN-SF-S-005B.1

BCAUTION

A transfer switch MUST be used

when connecting generator to a

building’s electrical system.

See Owner’s Manual.

PRECAUCIÓN

Es OBLIGATORIO usar un interruptor de

transferencia cuando se conecte el generador

al sistema eléctrico de un inmueble. Vea el

manual del propietario

MISE EN GARDE

Le commutateur de transfert DOIT être

utilisé pour connecter la génératrice

au système électrique d’un immeuble.

Consulter le manuel du propriétaire.

GN-SF-T-002.1

DANGER

NEVER use inside a home

or garage, EVEN IF doors

and windows are open.

ONLY use OUTSIDE and

far away from windows,

doors, and vents.

Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.

Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide.

This is a poison you cannot see or smell.

PELIGRO DANGER

El uso de un generador en interiores PUEDE

MATARLO EN MINUTOS.

El escape del generador contiene monóxido

de carbono. Éste es un veneno que no se

puede ver ni oler.

Nunca lo use dentro

del hogar ni el garaje,

INCLUSO si las

puertas y ventanas

están abiertas.

Úselo SÓLO a la

INTEMPERIE lejos de

ventanas, puertas, y

oriﬁcios de

ventilación.

Utiliser un générateur à l’intérieur PEUT VOUS

TUER EN QUELQUES MINUTES.

L’échappement du générateur contient du

monoxyde de carbone. Il s’agit d’un poison

que vous ne pouvez ni voir ni sentir.

Ne l’utilisez JAMAIS

dans la maison ou le

garage MÊME SI les

portes et les fenêtres

sont ouvertes.

Utilisez-le UNIQUE-

MENT À L’EXTÉRIEUR,

loin des fenêtres,

portes et trappes de

ventilation.

GN-SF-T-001.1

1157-L-SF -A

!WARNING

FOR RESIDENTS OF CALIFORNIA:

This product contains chemicals and

produces exhaust known to the State

of California to cause cancer, birth

defects and other reproductive harm.

!ADVERTENCIA

PARA LOS RESIDENTES DE CALIFORNIA:

Este producto contiene sustancias químicas y

produce escape conocidas por el Estado de

California como causantes de cáncer y defectos

de nacimiento y otros daños reproductivos.

!AVERTISSEMENT

POUR LES RÉSIDENTS DE LA CALIFORNIE : Ce

produit contient des produits chimiques et produit des

gaz d’échappement reconnus par l’état de Californie

comme pouvant causer le cancer, des malformations

congénitales ou des lésions de l’appareil reproducteur.

!WARNING

DO NOT TOUCH!

Exhaust gases, mufﬂer

and engine components

are extremely HOT and

cause burns.

Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start

ﬁres around dry vegetation. A spark arrestor may be

required. The operator should contact local ﬁre agencies for

laws and regulations relating to ﬁre prevention requirements.

If installed, clean every 100 hours or every season.

!ADVERTENCIA

¡NO TOCAR! Los gases de

escape, el silenciador y los

compnonentes del motor están

extremadamente CALIENTES y

causan quemaduras.

La operación de este equipo puede producir chispas que pueden provocar

incendios alrededor de la vegetación seca. Un supresor de chispas puede que

sea necesario. El operador debe comunicarse con las agencias locales de

bomberos para las leyes y reglamentos relativos a los requisitos de prevención

de incendios. Si está instalado, limpie cada 100 horas o cada temporada.

!AVERTISSEMENT

NE PAS TOUCHER! Les gaz

d’échappement, le silencieux

et les pièces du moteur sont

extrêmement CHAUDS et

peuvent causer des brûlures.

Cet équipement peut créer des étincelles et provoquer un incendie dans

la végétation sèche. Un pare-étincelles peut être requis. L’opérateur

doit communiquer avec le service d’incendie local pour connaître les

lois et les règlements en matière de prévention des incendies. Si elle

est installée, nettoyez toutes les 100 heures ou chaque saison.

1035 -L-SF-B

1110- L-OP-A

UNLEADED FUEL ONLY. Minimum octane

rating of 85. Maximum 10% ethanol.

GASOLINA REGULAR SOLAMENTE. 85 octanos

como mínimo. Máximo de etanol de 10%.

ESSENCE SANS PLOMB SEULEMENT.

Indice d’octane minimal de 85.

Maximum 10 % d'éthanol.

100331 ENGLISH

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) Fuel Tank – 3.4 gal. (13 L) capacity fuel tank.

(2) Choke – Used to start the engine.

(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) Power Panel – See “Power Panel” section.

(8) Ground Terminal – Consult an electrician for local

grounding regulations.

Generator

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

ENGLISH 100331

Power Panel

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

(1) Engine Switch – Used to start or stop the

generator.

(2) Intelligauge – Three mode digital meter for

displaying running hours, voltage and hertz.

(3) Circuit Breakers – Protects the generator against

electrical overloads. Push to reset breaker.

(4) 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, single phase

60 Hz electrical loads.

(5) 120 Volt AC, 30 Amp Receptacle

(NEMA TT-30R) – May be used to supply electrical

power for the operation of 120 Volt AC, single phase

60 Hz electrical loads.

(6) 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp Duplex

(NEMA 5-20R) – May be used to supply electrical

power for the operation of 120 Volt AC, single phase

60 Hz electrical loads.

4 5 6

2 3

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