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Champion 4000 Starting watts / 3500 Running watts Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
4000 Starting watts / 3500 Running watts
DIGITAL HYBRID PORTABLE GENERATOR
MODEL NUMBER
100302
12039 Smith Ave.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Santa Fe Springs CA 90670 USA
Important safety instructions
1-877-338-0999
MADE IN CHINA
are included in this manual.
REV 100302-20160911
www.championpowerequipment.com

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL 4000 Starting watts / 3500 Running watts DIGITAL HYBRID PORTABLE GENERATOR MODEL NUMBER 100302 12039 Smith Ave. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Santa Fe Springs CA 90670 USA Important safety instructions 1-877-338-0999 MADE IN CHINA are included in this manual.
  • Page 2 FCC Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful Operation is subject to the following two conditions: interference to radio communications. However, there (1) This device may not cause harmful interference. is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a (2) This device must accept any interference particular installation.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    100302 4000 Starting Watts / 3500 Running Watts DIGITAL HYBRID PORTABLE GENERATOR TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ......

  • Page 4: Introduction

    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.

  • Page 5: Manual Conventions

    100302 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. DANGER CAUTION DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous...

  • Page 6: Safety Rules

    100302 ENGLISH SAFETY RULES WARNING DANGER Generator produces powerful voltage. Read this manual thoroughly before operating your generator. Failure to follow instructions could result DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles. in serious injury or death. DO NOT use electrical cords that are worn, damaged or frayed.
  • Page 7 100302 ENGLISH SAFETY RULES DANGER WARNING Fuel and fuel vapours are highly flammable and Rapid retraction of the starter cord will pull hand and extremely explosive. arm towards the engine faster than you can let go. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. Unintentional startup can result in entanglement, Unintentional startup can result in entanglement, traumatic amputation or laceration.

  • Page 8: Safety Label Locations

    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. DANGER...

  • Page 9: Controls And Features

    100302 ENGLISH CONTROLS AND FEATURES 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 Fuel Cap – Remove to add fuel. Choke Fuel Tank –...

  • Page 10: Power Panel

    100302 ENGLISH CONTROLS AND FEATURES Power Panel Engine Switch 120 Volt AC, 30 Amp Receptacle (NEMA TT-30R) – May be used to supply electrical power for the Economy Control Switch operation of 120 Volt AC, 30 Amp, single phase Output Indicator Light – Remains ON during 60 Hz electrical loads.

  • Page 11: Power Panel Symbols

    100302 ENGLISH CONTROLS AND FEATURES Power Panel Symbols The below symbols are located on the generator power panel. Familiarize yourself with these symbols for quick reference of the components and their function. Engine On Output Ground Engine Switch Overload Parallel Engine Stop Low Oil Press to reset circuit breakers...

  • Page 12: Assembly

    100302 ENGLISH ASSEMBLY This unit ships from our factory without oil. It must be Add Engine Oil Cont’d. properly serviced with fuel and oil before operation. If you have any questions regarding the assembly of your generator, call our help line at 1-877-338-0999. Please have your serial number and model number available.

  • Page 13: Add Fuel

    100302 ENGLISH ASSEMBLY Add Engine Oil Cont’d. Add Fuel Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded fuel with a NOTE minimum octane rating of 85 and an ethanol Weather will affect engine oil and engine content of less than 10% by volume. performance.

  • Page 14: Grounding

    100302 ENGLISH ASSEMBLY Grounding Add Fuel Cont’d. Your generator must be properly connected to an NOTE appropriate ground to help prevent electric shock. Our engines work well with 10% or less ethanol WARNING blend fuels. When using blended fuels there are some issues worth noting: Failure to properly ground the generator can result –...

  • Page 15: Operation

    100302 ENGLISH OPERATION Generator Location Grounding NEVER operate the generator inside any building, The generator system ground connects the frame to the including garages, basements, crawlspaces and sheds, ground terminals on the power panel. enclosure or compartment, including the generator –...

  • Page 16: Economy Control Switch

    100302 ENGLISH OPERATION Starting the Engine Cont’d. Connecting Electrical Loads Let the engine stabilize and warm up for a few Pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt minutes after starting and then pull rapidly. Plug in and turn on the desired 120 Volt AC single As engine warms up, push the choke lever in to the phase, 60 Hz electrical loads.

  • Page 17: 12V Dc Outlet

    100302 ENGLISH OPERATION 12V DC Outlet Do Not Overload Generator The 12V DC outlet can be used with the supplied Capacity charge cable and USB charger and other commercially Follow these simple steps to calculate the running and available 12V DC automotive style plugs. The DC output starting watts necessary for your purposes.

  • Page 18: Overload Operation

    The Champion model 100302 is parallel ready and can Other high altitude issues can include hard starting, be operated in parallel with another Champion unit to increased fuel consumption and spark plug fouling.

  • Page 19: Maintenance And Storage

    100302 ENGLISH MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE The owner/operator is responsible for all periodic Oil Cont’d. maintenance. NOTE WARNING Once oil has been added, a visual check should show oil about 1-2 threads from running out of the fill hole. Never operate a damaged or defective generator. If using the dipstick to check oil level, DO NOT screw in the dipstick while checking.

  • Page 20: Spark Arrester

    Contact our helpline at 1-877-338-0999 to locate the Remove the spark arrester screen. nearest Champion Power Equipment certified service Carefully remove the carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen with a wire brush. dealer for your generator or engine maintenance needs.

  • Page 21: Generator Maintenance

    100302 ENGLISH MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Generator Maintenance Short Term Storage Cont’d. Make certain that the generator is kept clean and stored 1. Be sure all appliances are disconnected from the properly. Only operate the unit on a flat, level surface in generator.

  • Page 22: Removing From Storage

    100302 ENGLISH MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Long Term Storage Cont’d. NOTE Use the drain bolt on the carburetor to completely Our engines work well with 10% or less ethanol empty gasoline from the fuel tank and carburetor blend fuels. When using blended fuels there are into an appropriate container.

  • Page 23: Specifications

    ....2.9 gal. (11 L) Your Champion Power Equipment product is designed – Gross Weight ....

  • Page 24: Parts Diagram

    100302 ENGLISH SPECIFICATIONS Parts Diagram...

  • Page 25: Parts List

    100302 ENGLISH Parts List Part Number Description Part Number Description 1.5789.0625 Flange Bolt M6 x 25 85.201200.03 Motor Mount, 3 1.5789.0620 Flange Bolt M6 x 20 122.201400.01 Rubber, Support 85.220005.01 Protection Cover, Control Unit 1.6177.1.06 Lock Nut M6, Flange 85.200021.01 Sponge, Protection Cover 5.1900.093 Grounding Line...

  • Page 26: Engine Parts Diagram

    100302 ENGLISH SPECIFICATIONS Engine Parts Diagram...

  • Page 27: Engine Parts List

    100302 ENGLISH Engine Parts List Part Number Description Part Number Description 22.123000.02 Ignition Coil 1.5789.0615 Flange Bolt M6 x 15 1.5789.0625 Flange Bolt M6 x 25 85.061100.00.2 Cover, Recoil Starter, Black 21.061005.00 Spring, Recoil Starter 27.091200.01 Cover, Air Cleaner 2.10.003 Rope Ø5 x 1550 23.091003.21 Element, Air Cleaner...

  • Page 28: Wiring Diagram

    100302 ENGLISH SPECIFICATIONS Wiring Diagram...

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    100302 ENGLISH TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution No fuel Add fuel Generator will not start Faulty spark plug Replace spark plug Unit loaded during start up Remove load from unit Fill crankcase to the proper level Low oil level Place generator on a flat, level surface Generator will not start;...

  • Page 30: Other Exclusions

    Warranty Registration Card and a copy of your sales – Problems caused by parts that are not original Champion Power receipt from one of CPE’s retail locations as proof of purchase. Equipment parts.
  • Page 31 The United States Environment Protection Agency (U.S. EPA.) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Emission Control System Warranty Your Champion Power Equipment (CPE) engine complies with both the U.S. EPA and state of California Air Resources Board (CARB) emission regulations.
  • Page 32 EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY The following are specific provisions relative to your Emission Control System (ECS) Warranty Coverage. 1. APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to 1995 and later model year California small off-road engines (for other states, 1997 and later model year engines). The ECS Warranty Period shall begin on the date the new engine or equipment is delivered to its original, end-use purchaser, and shall continue for 24 consecutive months thereafter.
  • Page 33 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 hours.

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