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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

MODEL #100414

2000W PORTABLE

INVERTER GENERATOR

REV 20220309

Champion Power Equipment, Inc., Santa Fe Springs, CA USA

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This manual contains important safety precautions which should be read and understood before operating the product. Failure to

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Page 1: ...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 REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ONLINE at championpowerequipme...

Page 2: ... Stopping the Engine 20 Maintenance 20 Cleaning the Generator 20 Changing the Engine Oil 21 Cleaning and Adjusting the Spark Plug s 21 Cleaning the Air Filter 21 Cleaning the Spark Arrestor 21 Replacing Fuel Light Batteries 22 Adjusting the Governor 23 Maintenance Schedule 23 Storage 23 Short Term Storage up to 1 year 23 Long Term Storage more than 1 year 24 Removing from Storage 24 Specifications...

Page 3: ...s before each use Please always exercise common sense and always err on the side of caution when operating the product to ensure no accident property damage or injury occurs We want you to continue to use and be satisfied with your CPE product for years to come When contacting CPE about parts and or service you will need to supply the complete model and serial numbers of your product Transcribe th...

Page 4: ...s 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 cords that are worn damaged or f...

Page 5: ...r laceration When starting engine pull the recoil cord slowly until resistance 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...

Page 6: ...nk Only fill or drain gasoline outdoors in a well ventilated area 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 overfill the gasoline tank Always keep gasoline away from sparks open flames pilot lights heat and other sources of ignition DO NOT light or smoke cigarettes When starting the generator DO NOT at...

Page 7: ...sed to or used by or for outside parties without the explicit consent of Champion Power Equipment Fuel D 1310 L SF A 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 vegetation A spark arrestor may be required The operator should contact local fire agencies for laws and r...

Page 8: ...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 9: ...ANING Engine START Engine RUN Engine STOP STOP or OFF Run out of fuel Stopping the generator Fuel Level Power Output Percentage of available power from generator being used Remaining Fuel Time Overload Reset Switch ECO Economy Mode Switch SYMBOL MEANING Maintenance Required Indicator Low Oil Level Indicator Receptacle Status Circuit Breaker Reset Push Ground Terminal Neutral Floating Neutral circu...

Page 10: ...n the fuel cap vent lever to the ON position 4 Turn EZ Start dial counterclockwise to the full CHOKE position 5 Pull the recoil cord 6 Turn the EZ Start dial to the RUN position 7 Plug in desired device Stopping the Engine 1 Turn off and unplug all connected electrical loads 2 Turn the EZ Start dial to the STOP position 2783 L OP B 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 5W 30 LPN 2783 L OP Rev B Size 256 x 48 mm Artwo...

Page 11: ...or 1 Carrying Handle Used to lift or carry the unit 2 Recoil Starter Used to manually start the engine 3 EZ Start Dial Used to start and stop the generator 4 Outlet Panel See Outlet Panel section 5 Power Panel See Power Panel section 6 Fuel Cap Remove to add fuel 7 Fuel Lever Vent Turn this valve to the ON position to supply air to the tank 8 Fuel Fill Assist LED Push button LED used to illuminate...

Page 12: ...K 4b Red Nearing overload but receptacle still has power 4c Flashing Red Overload fault and receptacle has no power 5 LED Display 5a Flashing Blue Total runtime first 5 seconds after unit started 5b Amber Remaining fuel runtime 6 AC Overload Reset Button Used to re energize receptacles after overload fault and reset maintenance schedule 6a OFF Systems normal 6b Yellow Maintenance required 6c Blink...

Page 13: ...ugged into the 12V DC outlet When charging a device do not place on the exhaust side of the generator Extreme heat caused by exhaust can damage the device and cause a potential fire hazard Prolonged exposure to engine exhaust can cause serious injury or death Parts Included Accessories Oil Funnel 1 Engine Oil 13 5 fl oz 400 ml Dual 2 4A Port USB Adapter 1 1 Ground Terminal Consult an electrician f...

Page 14: ...5W 30 automotive oil However using the listed conventional oils shown in the Recommended Engine Oil Type chart may be used for typical use including the first 5 hours of the break in run time period of the engine If running generator in extreme temperatures refer to the Recommended Engine Oil Type chart 20 0 20 40 60 Ambient temperature Recommended Engine Oil Type 80 100 120 28 9 F C 17 8 6 7 4 4 ...

Page 15: ...on 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 5 Screw on the gasoline cap and wipe away any spilled fuel CAUTION Use unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 87 and an ethanol content of 10 or less by volume DO NOT light cigarettes or smoke when filli...

Page 16: ...f an SUV camper trailer truck bed regular sides flat or other configuration under staircases stairwells next to walls or buildings or in any other location that will not allow for adequate cooling of the generator or for the proper exit of the exhaust flow from the muffler system DO NOT operate or store the generator in wet weather conditions such as rain or snow Using a generator in wet condition...

Page 17: ...ingle or multi outlet styles They re designed to protect against virtually all short duration voltage fluctuations Starting the Engine 1 Make certain the generator is on a flat level surface 2 Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator Never start or stop the generator with electrical devices plugged in or turned on 3 Turn the fuel cap vent lever to the ON position 4 Turn EZ Start dial cou...

Page 18: ...and could cause serious injury or death to you or a utility worker when attempting to restore power during an outage occurrence in the neighborhood who may then unexpectedly encounter high voltage on the utility line and suffer a fatal shock Whether injuries occur or not if installed incorrectly and not to applicable laws and codes you may be subject to fines or the utility company may disconnect ...

Page 19: ...onfirm the input voltage range of your item is at least 12 24V DC WARNING Do not operate a device while it is plugged in to the 12V DC outlet Prolonged exposure to engine exhaust can cause serious injury or death WARNING While charging a device do not place on the exhaust side of the generator Extreme heat caused by exhaust can damage the device and cause a potential fire hazard Battery Charging 1...

Page 20: ...nd fuel storage 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 WARNING Never operate a damaged or defective generator WARNING Improper maintenance will void your warranty NOTICE For Emission c...

Page 21: ...3 Use a spark plug socket tool not included or a 13 16 in 21 mm socket not included to remove the plug 4 Inspect the electrode on the plug It must be clean and not worn to produce the spark required for ignition 5 Make certain the spark plug gap is 0 024 0 028 in 0 6 0 7 mm SPARK PLUG GAP 6 Refer to the spark plug types in Specifications when replacing the plug 7 Firmly re install the plug 8 Attac...

Page 22: ...r operation of this generator in National Forest lands In California this generator must not be used on any forest covered land brush covered land or grass covered land unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrestor Replacing Fuel Light Batteries 1 Use a small screwdriver to disassemble the upper cover NOTICE There is a notch on both sides to allow access with a screwdriver 2 Move the round c...

Page 23: ...ge oil if operating under heavy load or in hot environments EVERY 100 HOURS OR EVERY SEASON Change oil Clean adjust spark plug Check adjust valve clearance Clean spark arrestor Clean fuel tank and filter EVERY 250 HOURS Clean combustion chamber EVERY 3 YEARS Replace fuel line To be performed by knowledgeable experienced owners or CPE certified service centers STORAGE WARNING To avoid accidental or...

Page 24: ...ht Properly dispose of the drained gasoline according to local regulations or guidelines 7 Turn the EZ Start dial to the STOP position 8 Follow steps 8 12 according to Short Term Storage Removing from Storage NOTICE If the generator has been improperly stored for a period longer than 30 days with ethanol blended gasoline in the gasoline tank and or carburetor all fuel must be drained and the carbu...

Page 25: ... engine performance Change the type of engine oil used based on temperature shown in the Recommended Engine Oil Type table Fuel Specifications Use regular 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 OVERFILL Gasoline Capacity 1 1 gal 4 2 L Temperature Specifications Starting Temperature Range F C 5 to 104 15 to 40...

Page 26: ...on Overheat condition Let generator cool down Generator cannot supply enough power or overheating Generator is overloaded Review load and adjust See Connecting Electrical Loads 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 Replace defective device Circuit breaker is ope...

Page 27: ...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 28: ...agnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY COVERAGE This emission control 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 own...

Page 29: ...eplacement 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 3d Repair or ...

Page 30: ...nister 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 bu...

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