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Champion Global Power Equipment 100416 Operator'S Manual Download Page 10

100416 - 8000W TRI-FUEL PORTABLE GENERATOR

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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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.

SYMBOL

MEANING

Start

On

Gasoline Operation

Propane Operation

Natural Gas Operation

Stop or Off

Propane Inlet/Natural Gas Inlet

Choke

Run

High CO Warning.

Move generator to

an open, outdoor area. Move to fresh
air and get medical help if sick, dizzy or
weak.

SYMBOL

MEANING

CO Shield System Fault.

Electrical

issue, end of life.

Neutral Bonded to Frame.

Neutral

circuit

IS

electrically connected to the

frame/ground of the generator.

Circuit Breaker Reset: Push

Locking Receptacle

Ground Terminal

Hertz

Volts

Run time

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Summary of Contents for 100416

Page 1: ...he 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 PGMA G300 2018 Compliant This product meets the requirements of the PGMA Portable Generator Manufacturers Association standard ANSI PGMA G300 2018 Safety and Performance of Portable Generators Covered by one or more of the following U ...

Page 2: ...pane LPG 23 Starting the Engine Natural Gas NG 25 Battery 26 Connecting Electrical Loads 26 Do Not Overload Generator 27 GFCI 27 Stopping the Engine 28 Moving the Generator 28 Operation at High Altitude 28 Maintenance 29 Cleaning the Generator 29 Changing the Engine Oil 29 Cleaning and Adjusting the Spark Plug 30 Cleaning the Air Filter 30 Cleaning the Spark Arrestor 30 Adjusting the Governor 31 G...

Page 3: ...ry effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information in this manual at the time of publication and we reserve the right to change alter and or improve the product and this document at any time without prior notice CPE highly values how our products are designed manufactured operated and serviced as well as providing safety to the operator and those around the generato...

Page 4: ...t all carbon monoxide risks you ll be better prepared to protect your family from this colorless oderless threat CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY THE BIG PICTURE KNOW THE SYMPTOMS Headache Nausea Shortness of breath Dizziness Fatigue STAY ALERT WITH CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS POINT FUMES AWAY FROM NEARBY PEOPLE KEEP IT OUTSIDE AND AWAY FROM DOORS WINDOWS AND GARAGES ALWAYS READ THE OPERATOR S MANUAL FIRST MA...

Page 5: ...tating 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 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 co...

Page 6: ...sistance is felt and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback DO NOT start or stop the engine with electrical devices plugged in and turned on CAUTION Exceeding the generator s running capacity can damage the generator and or electrical devices connected to it DO NOT overload the generator DO NOT tamper with the governed speed DO NOT modify the generator in any way CAUTION Start the generator and allow...

Page 7: ...emical is added to give it an odor to help detect leaks quickly NG is lighter than air and will collect in higher areas If a leak is detected IMMEDIATELY turn OFF the gas supply When adding or removing gasoline DO NOT light or smoke cigarettes Turn the generator off and let cool for at least two minutes before removing the gasoline cap Always loosen the cap slowly to relieve pressure in the tank O...

Page 8: ...EL ONLY Minimum octane rating of 87 Maximum 10 ethanol GASOLINA REGULAR SOLAMENTE 87 octanos como mínimo Máximo de etanol de 10 ESSENCE SANS PLOMB SEULEMENT Indice d octane minimal de 87 Maximum 10 d éthanol Fuel D 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 vegetati...

Page 9: ...ts before operation Electric Shock Failure to use in dry conditions and to observe safe practices can result in electric shock Improper connections to a building can allow current to backfeed into utility lines creating an electrocution hazard A transfer switch must be used when connecting to a building Fire Explosion Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive Fire or explosion can ...

Page 10: ...ING Start On Gasoline Operation Propane Operation Natural Gas Operation Stop or Off Propane Inlet Natural Gas Inlet Choke Run High CO Warning Move generator to an open outdoor area Move to fresh air and get medical help if sick dizzy or weak SYMBOL MEANING CO Shield System Fault Electrical issue end of life Neutral Bonded to Frame Neutral circuit IS electrically connected to the frame ground of th...

Page 11: ...elector to PROPANE position 4 Turn EZ Start dial to LPG NG CHOKE position 5 Pull recoil cord handle 2 to 3 times 6 Turn EZ Start dial to LPG NG RUN position 7 Pull the recoil cord 8 Plug in desired devices See Starting the Engine Propane LPG for details Starting the Engine Natural Gas NG 1 Check oil level Add if needed See Add Engine Oil section 2 Connect natural gas hose to generator 3 Turn side ...

Page 12: ...Protects the engine by filtering dust and debris from the intake air 6 Recoil Starter Used to manually start the engine 7 Never Flat Wheels 9 5 in 24 1 cm 8 LPG NG Inlet Used to connect LPG or NG fuel source to generator 9 Oil Fill Cap Dipstick Used to check and fill oil level 10 Support Leg 11 Ground Terminal Consult an electrician for local grounding regulations 12 Battery Provides 12V DC power ...

Page 13: ...0A Locking NEMA L5 30R May be used to supply electrical power for operation of 120 Volt AC 30 Amp single phase 60 Hz electrical loads B Y 120 240V AC 30A Locking NEMA L14 30R May be used to supply electrical power for operation of 120 240 Volt AC 30 Amp single phase 60 Hz electrical loads C C 4 120V AC 20A GFCI NEMA 5 20R May be used to supply electrical power for operation of 120 Volt AC 20 Amp s...

Page 14: ... frequency in hertz Example 60 0 hertz Run Time R Run time of the generator for the current session Example 6 hours Total Run Time Total run time of the generator since first operation Example 16 hours Intelligauge with CO Shield Four mode digital meter for displaying voltage frequency run time and total run time Mutli colored LED indicates CO shutoff or fault ...

Page 15: ... 6 ft 2 m LPG Hose with Regulator 1 25 ft Natural Gas hose 1 Adapter fitting 1 Assembly Parts Wheels 9 5 in 24 1 cm Never Flat Wheel A 2 Wheel Hub Cap B 2 Roll Pin C 2 Large R clip D 2 Support Leg Support Leg with Vibration Mounts E 2 Flange Bolt M8 50 F 4 Flange Lock Nut M8 G 4 Tools Needed Wrench Socket set metric Pliers A B E F G C D ...

Page 16: ...Install the Wheel Kit CAUTION The wheel kit is not intended for over the road use Install the Wheels 1 Before adding fuel and oil tip the generator onto it s recoil end 2 Remove wheel hub cap B from wheel by inserting a small screwdriver into the slot provided and pry upward 3 Slide the roll pin C through the wheel A from the outside 4 Slide the roll pin through the mount point on the frame 5 Inse...

Page 17: ...ing a funnel add up to 37 2 fl oz 1100 ml of oil included and replace oil fill cap dipstick DO NOT OVERFILL 4 Check engine oil level at every use and add as needed MAX MAX OIL DIP STICK NOTICE Once oil has been added a visual check should show oil about 1 2 threads from running out of the fill hole When using the dipstick to check oil level DO NOT screw in the dipstick while checking NOTICE Check ...

Page 18: ...oline can expand after filling A minimum of in 6 4 mm of space left in the tank is required for gasoline expansion although more than in 6 4 mm is recommended Gasoline can be forced out of the tank as a result of expansion if overfilled and can affect the stable running condition of the generator 3 The approximate fuel level is shown on the fuel gauge on top of the fuel tank Empty Full Empty Full ...

Page 19: ...ons for leaks by wetting the fittings with a solution of soap and water Bubbles which appear or bubbles which grow indicate that a leak exists If a leak exists at a fitting then turn off the valve on the cylinder and tighten the fitting Turn the valve back on and recheck the fitting with the soap and water solution If the leak continues or if the leak is not at a fitting then do not use the genera...

Page 20: ...Controls and Features for terminal location For remote grounding connect a length of heavy gauge 12 AWG minimum copper wire between the generator ground terminal and a copper rod driven into the ground We strongly recommend that you consult with a qualified electrician to ensure compliance with local electrical codes Neutral Floating Neutral circuit IS NOT electrically connected to the frame groun...

Page 21: ...be restarted and the proper electrical connections made Introduce fresh air and ventilate the location where the generator shut off When starting the red and yellow LED will blink ten 10 times simultaneously to indicate the LED is working NOTICE This blinking does not indicate CO Shield is working as CO Shield is working at all times the generator is running Also the LED will not blink 10 times if...

Page 22: ...Failure to follow proper safety precautions may result in personal injury damage to the generator and void the manufacturer s warranty WARNING During operation the muffler and exhaust fumes will become hot If adequate cooling and breathing space are not supplied or if the generator is blocked or enclosed temperatures can become extremely heated and may lead to fire WARNING Do not expose to rain or...

Page 23: ...al back to GASOLINE CHOKE position 5 When engine starts running turn the EZ Start dial to the GASOLINE RUN position over a 2 5 second period 6 Plug in devices NOTICE If the recoil cord is pulled more than 1 time in the GASOLINE CHOKE position the engine can flood and will not start NOTICE If the engine starts but does not run make certain that the generator is on a flat level surface The engine is...

Page 24: ...d NOTICE If the engine is cranked longer than 5 seconds the engine can flood and will not start 10 If engine does not start wait 10 seconds and repeat step 9 11 When the engine starts turn the EZ Start dial to the LPG NG RUN position if in the LPG NG CHOKE position 12 Plug in devices Manual Start 7 Pull the recoil cord 2 to 3 times 8 Turn the EZ Start dial to the LPG NG RUN position 9 Pull the rec...

Page 25: ...with the flow of LPG from the cylinder If generator performance seems to be deteriorating at the same time that ice formation is observed on tank valve hose or regulator then some actions may be taken to eliminate this symptom In these rare situations it can be helpful to reduce or eliminate the cold fuel system effects by doing one of the following Exchanging fuel cylinders to allow the first cyl...

Page 26: ...tion if in the LPG NG CHOKE position 11 Plug in devices NOTICE If the recoil cord is pulled more than 3 times in the LPG NG CHOKE position the engine can flood and will not start Battery NOTICE The supplied 12V battery does re charge while the engine is running It is also recommended that the battery be fully charged at least once per month or maintained with a trickle charger or battery maintaine...

Page 27: ...number calculated in step 2 Starting wattage is the surge of power needed to start some electric driven equipment Following the steps listed under Power Management will guarantee that only one device will be starting at a time Power Management Use the following formula to convert voltage and amperage to watts Volts Amps Watts To prolong the life of your generator and attached devices follow these ...

Page 28: ...ing handle is not long enough to hold and walk with a full stride when moving the generator Always side step as you walk to avoid injury to your heels and or feet Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury or damage to the generator 1 Begin by raising the folding handle found on opposite side of wheels 2 Using the handle tilt the end of the generator slightly off the grou...

Page 29: ... assistance contact our Technical Support Team at 1 877 338 0999 Cleaning the Generator CAUTION DO NOT spray generator directly with water Water can enter the generator through the cooling slots and damage the generator windings It can also contaminate the fuel system 1 Use a damp cloth to clean exterior surfaces of the generator 2 Use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt and oil 3 Use an air compr...

Page 30: ...the spark plug cable to the spark plug Cleaning the Air Filter 1 Remove the snap on cover holding the air filter to the assembly 2 Remove the foam element 3 Wash in liquid detergent and water Squeeze thoroughly dry in a clean cloth 4 Saturate in clean engine oil 5 Squeeze in a clean absorbent cloth to remove all excess oil 6 Place the filter in the assembly 7 Reattach the air filter cover and snap...

Page 31: ...ow the instructions included with the battery charger The battery should be fully charged at least once per month If the battery is not able to start the engine it can be started by manually pulling the engine recoil cord If the battery voltage is extremely low the charging circuit may not be able to re charge the battery In this case the battery must be connected to a standard automotive style ba...

Page 32: ...uel system 5 Turn the EZ Start dial to the ENGINE STOP position and allow generator to cool completely before continuing 6 Remove the drain bolt on the carburetor to empty any excess gasoline from the carburetor into an appropriate container Use a funnel and appropriate hose if necessary under the carburetor drain bolt to avoid spillage 7 When gasoline stops flowing from the carburetor replace and...

Page 33: ...at 1 877 338 0999 If the gasoline tank and carburetor were properly emptied of all ethanol blended gasoline prior to the generator being stored follow the below steps when removing from storage 1 Be sure the EZ Start dial is in the ENGINE STOP position 2 Add gasoline to the generator according to Add Fuel Gasoline 3 Turn the EZ Start dial to the GASOLINE RUN position 4 After 5 minutes check the ca...

Page 34: ...7 4 4 15 6 26 7 37 8 48 9 10W 30 5W 30 Full Synthetic 10W 40 5W 30 NOTICE Temperature will affect engine oil and engine performance Change the type of engine oil used based on temperature shown in the Recommended Engine Oil Type table Fuel Specifications Gasoline Use unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 87 and an ethanol content of 10 or less by volume DO NOT USE E15 or E85 DO NOT OVE...

Page 35: ...supply pressure 5 7 W C 1 2 1 7 kPa W C Maximum flow rate 135 000 BTU hr Battery Specifications Type Rechargeable Non Spillable Lead Acid Volts DC 12 Capacity 15 Ah Temperature Specifications Starting Temperature Range F C 5 to 104 15 to 40 NOTICE An important message about temperature Your product is designed and rated for continuous operation at ambient temperatures up to 104 F 40 C When needed ...

Page 36: ...en outdoor area Point exhaust away from people and buildings Move to fresh air and get medical help if sick dizzy or weak If equipped CO Shield shutoff due system fault if the yellow LED light blinks on the panel Start to confirm yellow LED light blinks when if generator shuts off If CO Shield continues sense the fault and shuts off contact technical support Clogged spark arrestor Clean spark arre...

Page 37: ...n until green LED illuminates Contact the help line Other Contact the help line Engine hunts or falters Engine governor defective Contact the help line Dirty fuel valve Clean the fuel valve Carburetor is dirty and running lean Contact the help line Choke in wrong position Move choke until it stops under RUN position or push in completely Repeated circuit breaker tripping Overload Review load and a...

Page 38: ...erly or connected incorrectly to any electrical component Normal maintenance is not covered by this warranty and is not required to be performed at a facility or by a person authorized by CPE Other Exclusions This warranty excludes Cosmetic defects such as paint decals etc Wear items such as filter elements o rings etc Accessory parts such as starting batteries and storage covers Failures due to a...

Page 39: ...your exhaust emission control system may be fuel injection system the ignition system catalytic converter and other exhaust emission related assemblies Where a warrantable condition exits CPE will repair your small off road engine SORE at no cost to you including diagnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE This exhaust and evaporative emission control system is warranted for two yea...

Page 40: ...ed for the period of time prior to the first scheduled replacement point for that part If the part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement the part shall be repaired or replaced by CPE according to Subsection d below Any such exhaust and evaporative emissions related part repaired or replaced under the ECS Warranty shall be warranted for the remainder of the ECS Warranty Period prior to the...

Page 41: ... Mounting Brackets Carburetor Purge Port Connector TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE 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...

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