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100401

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Manual Start

DUAL FUEL GENERATOR

4000 Starting Watts/3150 Running Watts (Propane)

4375 Starting Watts/3500 Running Watts (Gasoline)

Introduction

Manual Conventions

Safety Rules

Fuel Safety

Safety Label Locations

Controls and Features

Generator

Power Panel

Parts Included

Assembly

Remove the Generator from the Shipping Carton

Add Engine Oil

Add Fuel (Gasoline)

Connecting a Propane (LPG) Cylinder

Grounding

Operation

Generator Location

Grounding

Surge Protection

Fuel Selector Switch

Starting the Engine

Gasoline

Propane (LPG)

Connecting Electrical Loads

Do Not Overload Generator

Capacity

Power Management

Stopping the Engine

Operation at High Altitude

Maintenance and Storage

Engine Maintenance

Oil

Spark Plugs

Air Filter

Spark Arrester

Cleaning

Adjustments

Maintenance Schedule

Generator Maintenance

Storage

Generator Storage

Specifications

Engine Specifications

Generator Specifications

Fuel

Spark Plugs

Maintenance Valve Clearance

An Important Message About Temperature

Oil

Parts Diagram

Parts List

Engine Parts Diagram

Engine Parts List

Wiring Diagram

Troubleshooting

Summary of Contents for 100401

Page 1: ...Watts Propane 4375 Starting Watts 3500 Running Watts Gasoline DUAL FUEL GENERATOR SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Important safety instructions are included in this manual MADE IN CHINA REV 100401 20180111 Manual Start 100401 MODEL NUMBER T h ree Year Limited Warran t y G a rantía limitada de tres añ o s T h ree Year Limited Warran t y G a rantía limitada de tres añ o s ...

Page 2: ...4 F When your product is needed your product may be operated at temperatures ranging from 15 C 5 F to 50 C 122 F for short periods If the product is exposed to temperatures outside this range during storage it should be brought back within this range before operation In any event the product must always be operated outdoors in a well ventilated area and away from doors windows and other vents Part...

Page 3: ...n 12 Fuel Selector Switch 13 Starting the Engine 13 Gasoline 13 Propane LPG 14 Connecting Electrical Loads 14 Do Not Overload Generator 15 Capacity 15 Power Management 15 Stopping the Engine 16 Operation at High Altitude 16 Maintenance and Storage 17 Engine Maintenance 17 Oil 17 Spark Plugs 17 Air Filter 17 Spark Arrester 18 Cleaning 18 Adjustments 18 Maintenance Schedule 18 Generator Maintenance ...

Page 4: ...e the accuracy and completeness of the information in this manual and we reserve the right to change alter and or improve the product and this document at any time without prior notice Since CPE CET highly value how our products are designed manufactured operated and are serviced and also highly value your safety and the safety of others we would like you to take the time to review this product ma...

Page 5: ...us situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage CAUTION DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury DANGER WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation w...

Page 6: ...se electrical cords that are worn damaged or frayed DO NOT operate generator in wet weather DO NOT allow children or unqualified persons to operate or service the generator Use a ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI in damp areas and areas containing conductive material such as metal decking Use approved transfer equipment to isolate generator from your electric utility and Notify your utility co...

Page 7: ...r s running capacity can damage the generator and or electrical devices connected to it DO NOT overload the generator Start the generator and allow the engine to stabilize before connecting electrical loads Connect electrical equipment in the off position and then turn them on for operation Turn electrical equipment off and disconnect before stopping the generator DO NOT tamper with the governed s...

Page 8: ...HLY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death Unintentional startup can result in entanglement traumatic amputation or laceration DANGER When adding or removing Gasoline Turn the generator off and let it cool for at least two minutes before removing the fuel cap Loosen the cap slowly to relieve pressure in the tank Only fill or drain fuel outdoors in a well ventilat...

Page 9: ...e commutateur de transfert DOIT être utilisé pour connecter la génératrice au système électrique d un immeuble Consulter le manuel du propriétaire GN SF T 002 1 1110 L OP A UNLEADED FUEL ONLY Minimum octane rating of 85 Maximum 10 ethanol GASOLINA REGULAR SOLAMENTE 85 octanos como mínimo Máximo de etanol de 10 ESSENCE SANS PLOMB SEULEMENT Indice d octane minimal de 85 Maximum 10 d éthanol E A WARN...

Page 10: ...3 4 gal 13 L capacity fuel tank 2 Choke Used to start the engine 3 Air cleaner Protects the engine by filtering dust and debris from the intake air 4 Recoil starter Used to manually start the engine 5 LPG hose connector 6 Oil filler cap Check and fill engine oil level 7 Power panel See Power Panel section 8 Fuel selector switch Used to select fuel source 9 Ground terminal Consult an electrician fo...

Page 11: ...eptacle TT 30R May be used to supply electrical power for the operation of 120 Volt AC 30 Amp single phase 60 Hz electrical loads 7 120 volt AC 30 Amp Twist Lock Receptacle L5 30R May be used to supply electrical power for the operation of 120 Volt AC 30 Amp single phase 60 Hz electrical loads 8 120 volt AC 20 Amp Duplex NEMA 5 20R May be used to supply electrical power for the operation of 120 Vo...

Page 12: ...ed with a low oil shut off and will stop when the oil level in the crankcase falls below the threshold level CAUTION DO NOT attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been properly filled with the recommended type and amount of oil Damage to the generator as a result of failure to follow these instructions will void your warranty CAUTION The generator rotor has a sealed pre lubricated ball...

Page 13: ... not mix oil and gasoline Fill tank to approximately in 6 4 mm below the top of the tank to allow for fuel expansion DO NOT pump gasoline directly into the generator at the gas station Use an approved container to transfer the fuel to the generator DO NOT fill fuel tank indoors DO NOT fill fuel tank when the engine is running or hot DO NOT overfill the fuel tank DO NOT light cigarettes or smoke wh...

Page 14: ...able wrench Important DO NOT use tape or any other type of sealant to seal LPG hose connection 3 Remove the safety plug or cap from the cylinder valve 4 Attach the other end of the hose to the LPG connector on the cylinder and hand tighten 5 Check all connections for leaks by wetting the fittings with a solution of soap and water Bubbles which appear or bubbles which grow indicate that a leak exis...

Page 15: ...itioning generator Failure to follow proper safety precautions may void manufacturer s warranty Do not operate or store the generator in rain snow or wet weather Using a generator or electrical appliance in wet conditions such as rain or snow or near a pool or sprinkler system or when your hands are wet could result in electrocution WARNING WARNING During operation the muffler and exhaust fumes pr...

Page 16: ...tor with electrical devices plugged in or turned on 3 Turn the gasoline fuel valve to the ON position 4 Move the choke lever to the 100 CHOKE detent position a For restarting a warm engine move the choke lever to the 75 CHOKE detent position 5 Press the engine switch to the ON position 6 RECOIL START Pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly 7 Do not over choke As...

Page 17: ...tion 7 RECOIL START Pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly 8 Do not over choke As soon as engine starts gradually move the choke lever to the RUN position over a 2 5 second duration Connecting a generator to your electric utility company s power lines or to another power source may be against the law In addition this action if done incorrectly could damage your...

Page 18: ...ving frost on LPG containers and regulators is common during operation and normally is not an indication of a problem As LPG vaporizes and travels from the tank to the generator engine it expands The amount of frost that forms can be affected by the size of the container the amount of fuel being used the humidity of the air and other operating conditions In unusual situations this frost may eventu...

Page 19: ... The part number and recommended minimum altitude for the application of the high altitude carburetor main jet is listed in the table below In order to select the correct high altitude main jet it is necessary to identify the carburetor model For this purpose a code is stamped on the side of the carburetor Select the correct main jet part number corresponding to the carburetor code found on your p...

Page 20: ...lace the filter in the assembly 7 Reattach the air filter cover and snap in place Spark Plugs 1 Remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug 2 Use a spark plug socket tool not included or a 13 16 in or 21 mm socket not included to remove the plug 3 Inspect the electrode on the plug It must be clean and not worn to produce the spark required for ignition 4 Make certain the spark plug gap is 0 7 ...

Page 21: ...AND STORAGE To be performed by knowledgeable experienced owners or Champion Power Equipment certified dealers Generator Maintenance Make certain that the generator is kept clean and stored properly Only operate the unit on a flat level surface in a clean dry operating environment DO NOT expose the unit to extreme conditions excessive dust dirt moisture or corrosive vapors Use a damp cloth to clean...

Page 22: ...OFF position 7 The generator needs to cool completely before cleaning and storage 8 Remove the spark plug cap then pull the recoil grip 3 times to drain the gasoline from the carburetor jets 9 Remove the spark plug and pour about a tablespoon of oil into the cylinder Crank the engine slowly to distribute the oil and lubricate the cylinder 10 Reattach the spark plug 11 Clean the generator according...

Page 23: ... Maintenance Valve Clearance Intake 0 13 0 17 mm 0 005 0 007 in Exhaust 0 18 0 22 mm 0 007 0 009 in Note Tech bulletin regarding the valve adjustment procedure is on www championpowerequipment com Spark Plugs OEM spark plug NHSP F6RTC Replacement spark plug NGK BPR6ES or equivalent Make certain the spark plug gap is 0 7 0 8 mm or 0 028 0 031 in An Important Message About Temperature Your Champion ...

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Page 25: ...lack 2 48 1 6177 1 08 Lock Nut M8 Flange 12 49 122 201200 07 Motor Mount 2 2 50 122 201200 06 Motor Mount 1 2 51 122 201400 01 Rubber Support 4 52 1 862 06 Lock Washer Ø6 Toothed 1 Part Number Description Qty 53 5 1900 026 Grounding Line 150mm 1 54 1 6177 1 06 Lock Nut M6 Flange 1 55 1 97 1 06 Washer Ø6 2 56 1 93 06 Lock Washer Ø6 1 57 1 62 06 Butterfly Type Nut M6 1 58 2 05 005 Clamp Ø6 1 59 2 05...

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Page 27: ...00 Shaft Governor Arm 1 53 22 123000 01 Ignition Coil Silicon Rubber 1 54 1 5789 0625 Flange Bolt M6 x 25 4 Part Number Description Qty 55 23 110005 01 Spring Throttle Return 1 56 23 110007 00 Spring Governor 1 57 2 08 040 Bolt M6 x 21 Governor Arm 1 58 21 110008 00 Pin Shaft 1 59 27 111000 20 Control Assembly 1 60 25 040013 00 Lifter Valve 2 61 2 04 001 Dowel Pin Ø9 x 14 2 62 27 041000 01 Camshaf...

Page 28: ... W G OFF G Y G Y G Y 3 4 2 1 G Y EARTH TERMINAL G Y Charger B R B B G Y Y GAS LPG SWITCH c e a b f d SWITCH a c d f b e Br CHARGE COIL L W G B Y R YELLOW BLACK BLUE GREEN RED WHITE Br WHITE BLUE GREEN YELLOW WHITE GREEN BROWN BLACK WHITE B W W L G Y W G B G BLACK GREEN W G L Br EXW FW MW1 L Y Y AVR Br Y Y L L R W B MW2 CIRCUIT BREAKER 30A w G Y w 120V 20A CIRCUIT BREAKER L5 30R R R R R w 120V 5 20...

Page 29: ...LPG cylinder Low oil level Fill crankcase to the proper level Place generator on a flat level surface Generator cannot supply enough power or overheating Generator is overloaded Review load and adjust See Power Management Insufficient ventilation Check for air restriction Move to a well ventilated area No AC output Cable not properly connected Check all connections Connected device is defective Re...

Page 30: ...equired 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 acts of God and other force majeure events beyond the manufacturer s control Problems caused by parts that are not origina...

Page 31: ... system is warranted for two years subject to provisions set forth below If during the warranty period an emission related part on your engine is defective in materials or workmanship the part will be repaired or replaced by CPE OWNER WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the small off road engine SORE owner you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your Owner s Manual C...

Page 32: ...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 emissions related part repaired or replaced under the ECS Warranty shall be warranted for the remainder of the ECS Warranty Period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for such emissions related part d Repair or ...

Page 33: ...kets 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 hours Alterna...

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