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Introduction 

Rev CSA40017-20070612 

 

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 an electric start, gasoline engine 

driven, alternating current (AC) generator. It 

is designed to supply electrical power for 
lighting, appliances, tools and similar 

equipment.  

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.  

 
 

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. 

 

Champion Power Equipment Support 

1-877-338-0999 

Model Number 

CSA40017 

Serial Number 

  

Date of Purchase 

  

Purchase Location 

  

 

Summary of Contents for CSA40017

Page 1: ...CSA40017 Rev CSA40017 20070612 10006 Santa Fe Springs Road Santa Fe Springs CA 90670 USA Made in China 7800 Peak Watts 6500 Running Watts PORTABLE GENERATOR Owner s Manual and Operating Instructions...

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Page 3: ...11 Wattage Reference Chart 11 Maintenance 12 Engine Maintenance 12 Oil 12 Spark Plugs 12 Air Filter 12 Spark Arrester if installed 13 Cleaning 13 Adjustments 13 Maintenance Schedule 13 Generator Main...

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Page 5: ...s 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 Bookle...

Page 6: ...imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or ser...

Page 7: ...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 a...

Page 8: ...re away from sparks open flames pilot lights heat and other sources of ignition WARNING Rapid retraction of the starter cord will pull hand and arm towards the engine faster than you can let go Uninte...

Page 9: ...l Valve 2 Turn this valve to the On position to supply fuel to the engine Choke 3 Used to start the engine Air Cleaner 4 Protects the engine by filtering dust and debris from the intake air Recoil Sta...

Page 10: ...anel LED lighting Parameter Button 8 Push button selector for the Intelligauge 120 V 30 A Twist Lock 9 protected by a 30 A circuit breaker This receptacle powers 120 Volt AC 60 Hz single phase loads r...

Page 11: ...ips with the following parts Wheel Kit Axle 1 piece 10 Solid Wheel 2 pieces Support Leg 1 piece Vibration Mounts 2 pieces Bolt Kit Wheel Retaining Pins 2 pieces Flat Washers 2 pieces Cap Screws and Nu...

Page 12: ...efully bend the legs of the cotter pin back around the axle 7 Repeat steps 3 6 to attach the second wheel Install the Support Leg 1 Attach the rubber vibration mount to the support leg with a cap scre...

Page 13: ...y spilled fuel CAUTION Use regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 85 Do not mix oil and gasoline Fill tank to approximately below the top of the tank to allow for fuel expansion DO...

Page 14: ...in single or multi outlet styles They re designed to protect against virtually all short duration voltage fluctuations 2 Obtain an Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS device Most UPS devices come with a...

Page 15: ...rator with no electrical load attached 2 Allow the engine to run for several minutes to stabilize 3 Plug in and turn on the first item It is best to attach the item with the largest load first 4 Allow...

Page 16: ...4 Remove oil fill cap dipstick to add oil 5 Add 1 16 qt 1 1 L of oil and replace oil fill cap dipstick 6 Dispose of used oil at an approved waste management facility Spark Plugs 1 Remove the spark plu...

Page 17: ...ing in adverse conditions Contact our help line at 1 877 338 0999 to locate the nearest Champion Power Equipment certified service dealer for your generator or engine maintenance needs Every 8 hours o...

Page 18: ...m the fuel line and carburetor to prevent gum from forming 4 Add a fuel stabilizer into the fuel tank 5 Change the oil 6 Remove the spark plug and pour about ounce of oil into the cylinder Crank the e...

Page 19: ...ty is 6 5 US gallons 25 L Use regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 85 Oil Oil capacity is 1 16 qt 1 1 L Spark Plugs Your generator comes equipped with a long reach plug 18mm Inter...

Page 20: ...Specifications 16 Rev CSA40017 20070612 Parts Diagram...

Page 21: ...10 7 24 ST168F 1152032 CSA Terminal 1 25 ST05F 1152031 CSA AVR 1 26 ST05FD 1152035 CSA Brush Assembly 1 27 ST05FD 1152032 End Cover 1 28 GB5789 FB6 179 Flange Bolt M6 179 4 29 ST05FD 1152001 Stator C...

Page 22: ...Case 1 81 ST188FD 1090002 Air Cleaner Seal 1 82 GB41 N 5 Nut M5 6 83 ST188FD 1090003 Separator 1 84 ST188FD 1090004 Element 1 85 ST188FD 1090200 Air Cleaner Cover 1 86 ST188FD 1080200 Control Assembly...

Page 23: ...16 Washer 16 2 116 GBT CP3 2 40 Cotter Pin 3 2 40 2 117 ST188FD 1750002 C1 Red Battery Wire 1 118 ST188FD 1750002 C2 Black Battery Wire 1 119 ST188FD 1751002 Jacket 3 120 GB41 N 6 Nut M6 2 121 ST188FD...

Page 24: ...Wiring Diagram 20 Wiring Diagram...

Page 25: ...aded Review load and adjust See Power Management Generator cannot supply enough power or overheating Insufficient ventilation Check for air restriction Move to a well ventilated area Cable not properl...

Page 26: ...whole Installation Use and Maintenance This warranty will not apply to parts and or labor if this generator is deemed to have been misused neglected involved in an accident abused loaded beyond the ge...

Page 27: ...Notes Rev CSA40017 20070612 23 Notes...

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