Champion Power Equipment 42432 Systemhandbuch

OWNER’S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

10006 Santa Fe Springs Road

Santa Fe Springs CA 90670

USA / 1-877-338-0999

www.championpowerequipment.com

1800 Starting Watts / 1400 Rated Watts

PORTABLE GENERATOR

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Important Safety Instructions

are included in this manual.

MADE IN CHINA

REV 42432-20111230

42432

MODEL NUMBER

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WARNING:

The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California

to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

42432

PORTABLE GENERATOR

1800 Starting Watts / 1400 Rated Watts

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

Power Panel.......................... 6

Parts Included ........................ 7

Other ............................ 7

Assembly.............................. 8

Remove the Generator from the Shipping Carton. 8

Attaching the Vibration Mounts ............. 8

Add Engine Oil........................ 8

Add Fuel ............................ 9

Grounding ........................... 9

Intalling the Spark Arrester................ 9

Operation............................. 10

Generator Location .................... 10

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

Surge Protection...................... 10

Starting the Engine.................... 10

Connecting Electrical Loads.............. 11

Stopping the Engine ................... 11

Do Not Overload Generator............... 11

Capacity ......................... 11

Power Management.................. 11

Maintenance and Storage.................. 12

Engine Maintenance ................... 12

Oil ............................. 12

Spark Plugs....................... 12

Air Filter ......................... 12

Spark Arrester ..................... 13

Cleaning ......................... 13

Adjustments....................... 13

Maintenance Schedule.................. 13

Generator Maintenance ................. 14

Storage............................ 14

Generator Storage................... 14

Speciﬁcations.......................... 15

Engine Speciﬁcations .................. 15

Generator Speciﬁcations ................ 15

Fuel .............................. 15

Oil ............................... 15

Spark Plugs......................... 15

Valve Clearance....................... 15

Wiring Diagram....................... 16

Parts Diagram........................ 17

Parts List........................... 18

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

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

Troubleshooting......................... 21

Warranty ............................. 22

Warranty Qualiﬁcations ................. 22

Repair/Replacement Warranty............. 22

Do Not Return The Unit To

The Place Of Purchase.................. 22

Warranty Exclusions.................... 22

Normal Wear ...................... 22

Installation, Use and Maintenance........ 22

Other Exclusions .................... 22

Limits of Implied Warranty

and Consequential Damage ............ 22

Contact Information.................... 22

Address.......................... 22

Customer Service ................... 22

Technical Service ................... 22

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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of a Champion

Power Equipment generator. CPE designs and builds

generators to strict speciﬁcations. With proper use and

maintenance, this generator will bring years of satisfying

service.

Portable Power Generator

This unit is a gasoline engine driven, alternating current

(AC) generator. It is designed to supply electrical power

for lighting, appliances, tools and similar equipment.

Record the model and serial numbers as well as date and place of purchase for future reference. Have this

information 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

completeness of the information in this manual. We reserve

the right to change, alter and/or improve the product and

this document at any time without prior notice.

Champion Power Equipment Support

Model Number

Serial Number

Date of Purchase

Purchase Location

1-877-338-0999

42432

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

INTRODUCTION

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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

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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 three feet of clearance on all sides

to ensure adequate cooling.

Maintain at least ﬁve feet 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

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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

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

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

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

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

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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.

Generator

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

(1) Fuel Tank – 1.45 gal. (5.5 L) capacity fuel tank.

(2) Choke – Used to start the engine.

(3) Fuel Valve – Turn this valve to the “ON” position to

supply fuel to the 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.

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Power Panel

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

1 2 3

4 5

(1) Engine Switch – Used to turn the generator on and

off.

(2) Voltmeter – Used to display alternator output

voltage.

(3) Circuit Breaker – Protects the generator against

electrical overloads. Push to reset breaker.

(4) 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp Receptacle (NEMA 5-20R)

– May be used to supply electrical power for the

operation of 120 Volt AC, 10 Amp, single phase

60 Hz electrical loads.

(5) Ground Terminal – Consult an electrician for local

grounding regulations.

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Parts Included

Your 42432 Gasoline Powered Generator ships with the

following parts:

Spark Arrester Kit

– Spark Arrestor ......................... 1

– Cover Plate............................ 1

– Screw with Lock Washer .................... 2

Other

– Vibration Mount ........................ 4

– Nut (M8)............................. 4

– Oil Funnel ............................ 1

– Spark Plug Socket.......................1

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