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Champion 100522 Operator's Manual

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual contains important safety precautions which should be read and understood before operating the product. Failure
to do so could result in serious injury. This 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.
REV 20211230
REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ONLINE
at championpowerequipment.com
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR
or visit championpowerequipment.com
Champion Power Equipment, Inc., Santa Fe Springs, CA USA
MODEL #100522

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  • Page 1 This 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. REV 20211230 Champion Power Equipment, Inc., Santa Fe Springs, CA USA...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TAbLE Of CONTENTS 100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR TAbLE Of CONTENTS Maintenance ..........

  • Page 3: Introduction

    100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR INTRODUCTION SAfETY DEfINITIONS Congratulations on your purchase of a Champion Power The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to Equipment (CPE) product. CPE designs, builds, and supports possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, all of our products to strict specifications and guidelines.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    DO NOT use electrical cords that are worn, damaged or recreational vehicle. frayed. Use only Champion electrical cords for proper DO NOT allow exhaust fumes to enter a confined area application. through windows, doors, vents or other openings.
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS 100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR WARNING CAUTION   Spark from removed spark plug wire can result in fire or Start the generator and allow the engine to stabilize before electrical shock. connecting electrical loads. Connect electrical equipment in the off position, and then When servicing the generator: turn them on for operation.

  • Page 6: Fuel Safety

    IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS 100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR fuel Safety When operating the generator: DO NOT move or tip the generator during operation. DANGER  DO NOT tip the generator or allow fuel or oil to spill. GASOLINE AND GASOLINE VAPORS ARE HIGHLY When transporting or servicing the generator: FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE.

  • Page 7: Safety Labels

    B: Need add the text height This artwork belongs to Champion Power Equipment. The contents are confidential and privileged and shall not be disclosed to or used by or for outside parties without the explicit consent of Champion Power Equipment.

  • Page 8: Safety Symbols

    IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS 100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR Safety Symbols Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to more safely operate the product.

  • Page 9: Operation Symbols

    IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS 100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR Operation Symbols Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to more safely operate the product.

  • Page 10: Quickstart Label Symbols

    Starting the Engine Stopping the Engine This artwork belongs to Champion Power Equipment. The contents are confidential and privileged and shall not be disclosed to or used by or for outside parties without the explicit consent of Champion Power Equipment.

  • Page 11: Controls And Features

    CONTROLS AND fEATURES 100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR CONTROLS AND fEATURES Read this operator’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 1. Gasoline Tank – 4.7 gal. (17.8 L) 8.

  • Page 12: Control Panel

    CONTROLS AND fEATURES 100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR Control Panel 1. Engine Switch – Used to put in START mode or STOP the RECEPTACLES generator. 120V AC, 30A Locking (NEMA L5-30R) 2. Intelligauge – Four mode digital meter for displaying May be used to supply electrical power for voltage, frequency (hertz), run time, and total run time.

  • Page 13: Intelligauge

    CONTROLS AND fEATURES 100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR Intelligauge Four mode digital meter for displaying voltage, frequency (hertz), run time, and total run time. The LCD displays each mode by pressing the button below the display. MODE bUTTON MODE DESCRIPTION Output voltage of the generator.

  • Page 14: Tools Needed

    CONTROLS AND fEATURES 100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR Parts Included Accessories Oil Funnel ................1 Assembly Parts Wheels 8 in. (20.3 cm) Never Flat Wheel (A) ........2 Roll Pin (B)................ 2 Large R-clip (C) ..............2 Engine Vibration Mounts Support Leg with Vibration Mounts (D) ......

  • Page 15: Assembly

    ASSEMbLY 100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR ASSEMbLY Install the Wheel Kit Your generator requires some assembly. This unit ships from CAUTION  our factory without oil. It must be properly serviced with fuel and oil before operation. The wheel kit is not intended for over-the-road use.

  • Page 16: Add Engine Oil

    ASSEMbLY 100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR Install the Handle 1. Place the generator on a flat, level surface. 1. Place the handle (G) inside the mounting channel on the 2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick to add oil. frame. 3. Using a funnel, add up to 20.3 fl. oz. / 0.6 qt. (0.6 L) of 2.

  • Page 17: Add Fuel

    ASSEMbLY 100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR 4. Screw on the gasoline cap and wipe away any spilled fuel. NOTICE  CAUTION Synthetic oil may be used after the 5 hour initial break-in  period. Using synthetic oil does not increase the Use unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 87 recommended oil change interval.

  • Page 18: Grounding

    OPERATION 100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR Grounding next to walls or buildings, or in any other location that will not allow for adequate cooling of the generator and/or the muffler. Your generator must be properly connected to an appropriate DO NOT contain generators during operation. Allow generators ground to help prevent electric shock.

  • Page 19: Starting The Engine

    OPERATION 100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR Starting the Engine 6. Pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly. 1. Make certain the generator is on a flat, level surface. 2. Disconnect all connected electrical loads from the generator.

  • Page 20: Connecting Electrical Loads

    OPERATION 100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR 2. Total the running watts of these items. This is the amount NOTICE  of power you need to keep your items running. For gas starting in cold ambient temperature < 59°F 3. Identify the highest starting wattage of all devices (15°C), the choke must be in 100% of the “CHOKE”...

  • Page 21: Operation At High Altitude

    MAINTENANCE 100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR 4. Turn the fuel valve to the “OFF” position. WARNING  Operation using the alternative main jet at elevations lower than the recommended minimum altitude can damage the engine. For operation at lower elevations, the originally supplied standard main jet must be used.

  • Page 22: Changing The Engine Oil

    MAINTENANCE 100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR 4. Inspect all air vents and cooling slots to ensure that they are clean and unobstructed. SPARK PLUG GAP To prevent accidental starting, remove and ground the spark plug wire before performing any service.

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Governor

    STORAGE 100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR CAUTION EVERY 100 HOURS OR ANNUALLY  — Change oil Failure to clean the spark arrestor will result in degraded — Clean/adjust spark plug engine performance. — Check/adjust valve clearance* — Clean spark arrestor NOTICE ...

  • Page 24: Mid Term Storage (30 Days - 1 Year)

    STORAGE 100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR Mid Term Storage (30 days – 1 year) 10. Clean the generator according to Cleaning the Generator. 11. Store the generator in a cool, dry place out of direct Gasoline in the tank has a maximum shelf life of up to 1 year sunlight.

  • Page 25: Specifications

    SPECIfICATIONS 100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR SPECIfICATIONS NOTICE  Temperature will affect engine oil and engine performance. Generator Specifications Change the type of engine oil used based on the Generator Model ........

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    TROUbLESHOOTING 100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR TROUbLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution No fuel. Add fuel. Faulty spark plug. Replace spark plug. Unit loaded during start up. Remove load from unit. Fill crankcase to the proper level. Generator will not start. Low oil level.
  • Page 27 THE UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL 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) Exhaust and Evaporative emissions regulations.
  • Page 28 EXHAUST AND EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY The following are specific provisions relative to your Exhaust and Evaporative Emission Control System (ECS) Warranty Coverage. 1. APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to 1995 and later model year California small off-road engines (SORE) (for other states, 1997 and later model year engines).
  • Page 29 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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