CHAMP MANUFACTURING
ENGINE OWNER
’
S MANUAL
MIDWEST EQUIPMENT MFG
5225 SERUM PLANT ROAD
THORNTOWN, IN 46071
765
-
436
2496
FX230
FX230E
Page 1: ...CHAMP MANUFACTURING ENGINE OWNER S MANUAL MIDWEST EQUIPMENT MFG 5225 SERUM PLANT ROAD THORNTOWN IN 46071 765 436 2496 FX230 FX230E...
Page 2: ...up clearing 14 4 Spark plug service 14 5 Spark arrester maintenance Optional parts 15 Troubleshooting 16 Warranty Service 17 Champ FX200 Engine Parts Breakdown 18 Head Subassembly Cylinder Spark 19 Cr...
Page 3: ...should remain with the engine if it is resold READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL CAREFULLY Pay special attention to these symbols and any instructions the following WARNING SYMBOLS NOTE Gives helpful informatio...
Page 4: ...operation Know how to stop the engine quickly and understand the operation of all controls Never permit anyone to operate the engine without proper instructions Gasoline is extremely flammable and is...
Page 5: ...ENGINE SAFETY Pay attention to these labels before operate the engine GASOLINE WARNING LABEL 2...
Page 6: ...INTRODUCTION 3...
Page 7: ...ck wise Ignition system Transistorized magneto ignition Lubrication system Forced splash Carburetor Flat suction valve carburetor Governor system Centrifugal mechanical Engine Type Forced air cooling...
Page 8: ...ur area is within the indicated range Remove the oil cap and wipe the dipstick clean Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck but do not screw it in If the level is low fill the top of the oil fil...
Page 9: ...ile operating under heavy loads This is not caused for concern it simply means your engine is operating efficiently If spark knock or pinging occurs at a steady engine speed under normal load change b...
Page 10: ...hanol Never use gasoline containing more than 5 methanol even if it has cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors Fuel system damage or engine performance problems resulting from the use of fuels that conta...
Page 11: ...hoke to the CLOSE position Move the throttle lever slightly to the left Start the engine With recoil Starter Turn the engine switch to ON position Full the starter grip lightly until resistance is fel...
Page 12: ...engine in an emergency turn the engine switch to the OFF position Under normal conditions use the following procedure Move the throttle lever fully to the right Turn the engine switch to the off posit...
Page 13: ...an extended period 1 Be sure the storage area is free of excessive humidity and dust 2 Drain the fuel Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions Do not smoke Or allow fl...
Page 14: ...any parts or their equivalent The use of replacement parts that are not of equivalent quality may damage the engine Maintenance Schedule NOTE 1 Service more frequently when used in dusty areas 2 These...
Page 15: ...nstall the oil filler cap FX230 FX230E Used motor oil may cause skin cancer if repeatedly left in contact with the skin for prolonged periods Although this is unlikely unless you handle used oil on a...
Page 16: ...d remove the Element 2 Wash the element in a solution of household detergent and warm water then rinse thoroughly or wash in nonflammable or high flash point solvent Allow the element to dry thoroughl...
Page 17: ...spark plug or equivalent Spark plugs which have an Improper heat range may cause engine damage To ensure proper engine operation the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits Remove the...
Page 18: ...er Maintenance Optional Part The muffler is come very hot during operation and remains hot for a while after stopping the engine Be careful not to touch the muffler while it is hot allow it to cool be...
Page 19: ...soline engine set chock if equipped to OPEN RUN position and continue to pull starter handle Engine stops suddenly Low oil shutdown Fuel tank empty or full of im pure of low quality gasoline Fill engi...
Page 20: ...not been handled to your satisfaction we suggest you take the following action Discuss your problem with a member of a dealership service department Often complaints can be quickly resolved at that le...
Page 21: ...Champ FX230 FX230E Engine Parts Breakdown 18...
Page 22: ...SUBASSEMBLY CYLINDER 1 2 CH78306 BOLT CYLINDER HEAD 4 3 CH78307 SPARK PLUG 1 4 CH78314 CYLINDER GASKET 1 5 CH78309 PIN 2 6 CH78310 STUD 2 7 CH78311 STUD 2 8 CH78312 BOLT 4 9 CH78313 COVER SUBASSEMBLY...
Page 23: ...CRANKCASE SUBASSEMBLY 1 2 CH78317 SENSOR ENGINE OIL 1 3 FX230E 003 GEAR ASSY GOVERNOR FX230E 1 4 CH78319 BOLT 2 5 CH78320 PIN 1 6 CH78321 WASHER 1 7 CH78322 ARM GOVERNOR 1 8 CH78323 BOLT DRAIN PLUG 2...
Page 24: ...Part Description Qty 1 CH78327 COVER CRANKCASE 1 2 CH78328 BEARING 1 3 CH78325 SEAL OIL 1 4 CH78330 GASKET CRANKCASE 1 5 CH78331 PIN 2 6 CH78332 PLUG SUBASSEMBLY ENGINE OIL 1 7 CH78333 DIPSTICK SUBASS...
Page 25: ...cription Qty 1 CH78335 CRANKSHAFT ASSEMBLY 1 Ring Set Oil Rod Crankshaft Ref Part Description Qty 1 CH78409 CLIP PISTON PIN FX200 2 2 CH78337 PISTON 1 3 CH78338 PIN PISTON 1 4 CH78339 ROD CONNECTING 1...
Page 26: ...343 GUIDE SEAL 1 4 CH78344 SPRING VALVE 2 5 CH78345 SEAT VALVE SPRING 2 6 CH78346 LOCKER VALVE 4 7 CH78347 TAPPET VALVE 2 8 CH78348 LIFTER VALVE 2 9 CH78349 PLATE SUBASSEMBLY LIFTER STOPPER 1 10 CH783...
Page 27: ...tion Qty 1 CH78354 STARTER ASSEMBLY RECOIL 1 2 CH78355 BOLT 10 3 CH78356 SHROUD CYLINDER BODY 1 4 CH78357 OIL ALERT 1 5 CH78358 BOLT 1 6 CH78359 LOWER SHIELD 1 7 CH78214 SWITCH KILL 1 8 CH78361 CLIP 1...
Page 28: ...retor Assembly Ref Part Description Qty 1 FX230E 002 CARBURETOR ASSY FX230E 1 2 CH78364 GASKET AIR CLEANER 1 3 CH78365 GASKET CARBURETOR 1 4 CH78366 PLATE CARBURETOR INSULATOR 1 5 CH78367 GASKET INLET...
Page 29: ...68 AIR CLEANER MOUNT 1 2 CH78369 BOLT 2 3 CH78370 NUT 2 4 CH78371 WING NUT 2 5 CH78372 AIR CLEANER COVER 1 6 CH78373 OUTER AIR CLEANER 1 7 CH78374 MAIN AIR CLEANER FILTER 1 8 CH78375 MAIN MOUNT 1 9 CH...
Page 30: ...Muffler Assembly Ref Part Description Qty 1 CH78378 MUFFLER ASSEMBLY 1 2 CH78379 MUFFLER GASKET 1 3 CH78380 NUT 2 27...
Page 31: ...art Description Qty 1 FX230E 001 FUEL TANK FX230E 1 2 CH78284 FUEL TANK CAP 1 3 CH78381 FUEL STRAINER 1 4 CH78382 BOLT 1 5 CH78383 OUTLET SUBASSEMBLY FUEL TANK OIL 1 6 CH78384 FUEL TUBE 1 7 CH78385 CL...
Page 32: ...n Qty 1 CH78387 NUT FLYWHEEL 1 2 CH78388 PULLEY STARTER 1 3 CH78389 IMPELLER 1 4 CH78390 FLYWHEEL SUBASSEMBLY 1 5 CH78391 IGNITION COIL 1 6 CH78392 BOLT 2 CH78220 SPARK PLUG CAP ONLY 1 CH78295 CHARGE...
Page 33: ...ion Qty 1 CH78393 THROTTLE CONTROL ASSY 1 2 CH78394 SPRING GOVERNOR 1 3 CH78395 ROD GOVERNOR 1 4 FX230E 004 THROTTLE RETURN SPRING 1 5 CH78397 SUPPORT SUBASSEMBLY GOVENOR 1 6 CH78398 BOLT 2 7 CH78399...
