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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

MODEL #200978

4500W DUAL FUEL OPEN FRAME INVERTER

REV 20210820

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 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.

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.S. Patent Numbers: 10,641,187, 10,862,414 and other U.S. and foreign patents pending.

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Summary of Contents for 200978

Page 1: ...njury 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 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...

Page 2: ...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 3: ...Loads 23 Do Not Overload Generator 24 Eco Economy Mode 25 12V DC Regulated Automotive Style Outlet 25 Stopping the Engine 26 Moving the Generator 26 Operation at High Altitude 26 Maintenance 27 Cleaning the Generator 27 Changing the Engine Oil 27 Cleaning and Adjusting the Spark Plug 28 Cleaning the Air Filter 28 Cleaning the Spark Arrestor 28 Adjusting the Governor 29 Maintenance Schedule 29 Stor...

Page 4: ...ery 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 generat...

Page 5: ...otating 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 c...

Page 6: ...esistance 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 allo...

Page 7: ... and all LPG away from skin at all times 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 Only fill or drain gasoline outdoors in a well ventilated area DO NOT pump gasoline directly into the generator at the gas station Always ...

Page 8: ...as dans une maison ou un garage EXHAUST EL ESCAPE L ECHAPPEMENT POINT AWAY DIRIJA ALEJADO DIRIGER LOIN Move to fresh air and get medical help if sick dizzy or weak Mueva al aire fresco y obtenga asistencia medica si está enfermo mareado o débil Aller à l air frais et obtenir de l aide médicale si malade étourdi ou faible CO Shield Action automatic shutoff See CO Shield section C 1110 L OP B UNLEAD...

Page 9: ...nts 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: ...oline Valve Off Engine Run Propane ECO Economy Mode Button Low Oil Overload Reset Button Propane Hose Inlet Choke 12V Direct Current SYMBOL MEANING Parallel Connection s RV Ready Receptacle Neutral Floating Neutral circuit IS NOT electrically connected to the frame ground of the generator Ground Terminal Gasoline Tank Full Gasoline Tank Empty High CO Warning Move generator to an open outdoor area ...

Page 11: ... oil level Recommended oil is 10W 30 2 Check gasoline level When adding gasoline use a minimum octane rating of 87 and an ethanol content of 10 or less by volume 3 Turn the EZ Start dial to the GASOLINE CHOKE position 4 Pull the recoil cord 5 Turn the EZ Start dial to the GASOLINE RUN position 6 Plug in desired device Stopping the Engine 1 Turn off and unplug all connected electrical loads 2 Turn ...

Page 12: ...reference Generator 1 Gasoline Tank 2 9 gal 11 0 L 2 Gasoline Gauge 3 Fuel Cap Remove to add fuel 4 Recoil Starter Used to manually start the engine 5 Control Panel See Control Panel section 6 Muffler 7 Oil Drain Bolt Used to quickly drain engine oil 8 Oil Fill Cap Dipstick Used to check and fill oil level 9 Air Filter Protects the engine by filtering dust and debris from the intake air 10 Carryin...

Page 13: ...rallel Outlets Used to parallel two inverters together for increased power output parallel kit sold separately 9 Ground Terminal Consult an electrician for local grounding regulations 10 Circuit Breakers Push Reset Protects the generator against electrical overloads 2 3 5 7 4 10 9 6 8 1 B A C 10 RECEPTACLES A z 12V DC 8A Regulated Automotive May be used to supply electrical power for operation of ...

Page 14: ...urrent session Example 6 hours Total Run Time Total run time of the generator since first operation Example 16 hours Power Meter Power Output percentage Example 100 Output Intelligauge with Power Meter The meter is divided into two separate displays The LCD displays each mode for several seconds and then automatically cycles through The Power Meter LED displays output in percent with 100 at the to...

Page 15: ...enerates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment of...

Page 16: ... box the generator came in or other protective surface so as to not scratch the frame 2 Remove the bolts from the orange support brackets Bolts and brackets can be discarded 3 Tip the generator upright Add Engine Oil WARNING 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 failing to fo...

Page 17: ...ded oil change interval Full synthetic 5W 30 oil will aid in starting in cold ambient 41º F 5º C temperatures Add Fuel Gasoline DANGER Gasoline vapors are highly flammable and extremely explosive DO NOT light or smoke cigarettes Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death Only fill or drain fuel outdoors in a well ventilated area DO NOT pump gasoline directly into the generator Use an approv...

Page 18: ...etor The compromised gasoline can be drawn into the carburetor and cause damage to the engine and or create potential hazards If a fuel stabilizer is used confirm that it is formulated to work with ethanol gasoline blends Any damages or hazards caused by using ethanol blended gasoline higher than 10 by volume improperly stored gasoline and or improperly formulated stabilizers are not covered by ma...

Page 19: ...ARNING If there is a strong smell of LPG Close valve on the cylinder 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 exists Do not smoke or light a cigarette or check for leaks using a match open flame source or lighter Contact a qualified technician to inspect and repair an LPG system if a le...

Page 20: ...least five 5 minutes after a shutoff event AUTOMATIC SHUTOFF SEE ACTION LABEL APAGADO AUTOMÁTICO VEA ETIQUETA DE ACCIÓN AUTOMATIC SHUTOFF SEE ACTION LABEL APAGADO AUTOMÁTICO VEA ETIQUETA DE ACCIÓN SERVICE REALICE UN SERVICIO SERVICE REALICE UN SERVICIO ECO Move the generator to an open outdoor area and point the exhaust away from people and buildings Once relocated to a safe area the generator can...

Page 21: ...ool before transport or for storage purposes 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 ...

Page 22: ...ulls of the recoil cord If generator does not start after three pulls rotate the EZ Start dial to the RUN position for the next three pulls Too much choke leads to spark plug fouling and engine flooding This will cause the engine not to start NOTICE If the engine starts but does not run make certain that the generator is on a flat level surface The engine is equipped with a low oil sensor that wil...

Page 23: ...orizes is also reduced and may not provide sufficient flow to the engine This is not an indication of a problem with the generator but only a problem 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 situation...

Page 24: ...Do Not Overload Generator Capacity Follow these simple steps to calculate the running and starting watts necessary for your purposes 1 Select the electrical devices you plan on running at the same time 2 Total the running watts of these items This is the amount of power you need to keep your items running 3 Identify the highest starting wattage of all devices identified in step 1 Add this number t...

Page 25: ... charging cable into the 12V DC receptacle of the generator 3 Connect the red battery charger lead to the red battery terminal 4 Connect the black battery charger lead to the black battery terminal 5 Start the generator Important The 12V DC outlet is ONLY to be used with supplied accessories and other commercially available 12V DC automotive style plugs Be sure all electric devices including the l...

Page 26: ... 15 30 minutes Do not drop or strike unit or place under heavy objects WARNING Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury or damage to the generator Lift unit up by the frame with 2 people and move to the desired location Operation at High Altitude The density of air at high altitudes is lower than at sea level Engine power is reduced as the air mass and air fuel ratio de...

Page 27: ... your warranty NOTICE For Emission control devices and systems read and understand your responsibilities for service as stated in the Emission Control Warranty Statement of this manual The owner operator is responsible for all periodic maintenance Complete all scheduled maintenance in a timely manner Correct any issue before operating the generator For service or parts assistance contact our Techn...

Page 28: ... is 0 024 0 031 in 0 6 0 8 mm SPARK PLUG GAP 5 Refer to the spark plug types in Specifications when replacing the plug 6 Firmly re install the plug 7 Attach the spark plug cable to the spark plug Cleaning the Air Filter 1 Unscrew the cover holding the air filter to the assembly by turning the fastener counterclockwise 2 Remove the foam element 3 Wash in liquid detergent and water Squeeze thoroughl...

Page 29: ...ur generator or engine maintenance needs EVERY 8 HOURS OR PRIOR TO EACH USE Check oil level Clean around air intake and muffler Check propane LPG hose for leaks FIRST 5 HOURS BREAK IN Change oil EVERY 50 HOURS OR ANNUALLY Clean air filter Change oil if operating under heavy load or in hot environments EVERY 100 HOURS OR ANNUALLY Change oil Clean adjust spark plug Clean spark arrestor Clean fuel va...

Page 30: ...ped the engine 7 After the engine stops turn the dial to the STOP position 8 After fuel has run out and the engine has stopped allow the engine to cool 9 Remove the spark plug and pour about a tablespoon of oil into the cylinder 10 SLOWLY pull the recoil to rotate the engine to distribute and lubricate the cylinder 11 Re install the spark plug and spark plug wire 12 Clean the generator according t...

Page 31: ...er Bubbles which appear or bubbles which grow indicate that a leak exists Do not smoke or light a cigarette or check for leaks using a match open flame source or lighter Contact a qualified technician to inspect and repair an LPG system if a leak is found before using the generator 1 Be sure the EZ Start dial is in the STOP position 2 Add gasoline to the generator according to Add Fuel 3 Move the ...

Page 32: ...Oil Type 80 100 120 28 9 F C 17 8 6 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 Use unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 87 and an ethanol content of 10 or less by volume DO NO...

Page 33: ...proper level Place generator on a flat level surface If equipped when CO Shield shutoffs occur due to accumulating carbon monoxide CO and if the red LED light blinks on the panel Move generator to an open outdoor area Point exhaust away from people and buildings Move to fresh air and get medical help if sick dizzy or weak Make sure there are no objects creating obstructions within 5 feet of the ge...

Page 34: ...to blow away from the generator If equipped when CO Shield shutoffs occur due to system fault and if the yellow LED light blinks on the panel Start by confirming yellow LED light blinks when if generator shuts off If CO Shield continues to sense the fault and shuts off contact technical support Generator cannot supply enough power or overheating Generator is overloaded Review load and adjust See C...

Page 35: ...SED position on the tank Repeated circuit breaker tripping Overload Review load and adjust See Connecting Electrical Loads Faulty power cords or device Check for damaged bare or frayed wires Replace defective device Circuit breaker still too hot Let unit sit for 5 mins For other issues and technical support Technical Support Team Toll Free 1 877 338 0999 support championpowerequipment com ...

Page 36: ...mproperly 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...

Page 37: ...n 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 years If any exhaust and evaporative emission related part on your engine or equ...

Page 38: ...ted 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 th...

Page 39: ...ive Controls Fuel Tank Fuel Cap Fuel Lines for liquid fuel and fuel vapors Fuel Line Fittings Clamps Pressure Relief Valves Control Valves Control Solenoids Electronic Controls Vacuum Control Diaphragms Control Cables Control Linkages Purge Valves Gaskets Liquid Vapor Separator Carbon Canister Canister Mounting Brackets Carburetor Purge Port Connector TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE You must take your ...

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