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10006 Santa Fe Springs Road

Santa Fe Springs CA 90670 USA 

1-877-338-0999

www.championpowerequipment.com

PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 

Important Safety Instructions 
are included in this manual.

MADE IN CHINA

REV 75536i-20130729

3100 Max Watts / 2800 Rated Watts

OWNER’S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

75536i

MODEL NUMBER

Summary of Contents for 75536i

Page 1: ...0999 www championpowerequipment com PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Important Safety Instructions are included in this manual MADE IN CHINA REV 75536i 20130729 3100 Max Watts 2800 Rated Watts OWNER S MANUAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 75536i MODEL NUMBER ...

Page 2: ...nce in a residential installation This equipment generates 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 w...

Page 3: ...aintenance and Storage 13 Engine Maintenance 13 Oil 13 Spark Plugs 13 Air Filter 14 Cleaning 14 Spark Arrester Cleaning 14 Adjustments 14 Maintenance Schedule 14 Generator Maintenance 15 Storage 15 Generator Storage 15 Specifications 16 Engine Specifications 16 Generator Specifications 16 Fuel 16 Oil 16 Spark Plugs 16 Maintenance Valve Clearance 16 An Important Message About Temperature 16 Parts D...

Page 4: ...s information available when ordering parts and when making technical or warranty inquiries 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 accurac...

Page 5: ...ly hazardous 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 s...

Page 6: ... as metal decking Use approved transfer equipment to isolate generator from your electric utility and notify your utility company before connecting your generator to your power system DANGER Sparks can result in fire or electrical shock When servicing the generator Disconnect the spark plug wire and place it where it cannot contact the plug DO NOT check for spark with the plug removed Use only app...

Page 7: ...cal equipment in the off position and then turn them on for operation Turn electrical equipment off before stopping the generator DO NOT tamper with the governed speed DO NOT modify the generator in any way CAUTION Fuel and fuel vapours are highly flammable and extremely explosive Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death Unintentional startup can result in entanglement traumatic amputatio...

Page 8: ...is manual for future reference 1 Fuel Cap Remove to add fuel 2 Recoil Starter Used to start the engine 3 Power Panel 4 Muffler 5 Maintenance Cover 6 Never Flat Wheels 7 Carrying Handle Inverter Controls and Features Parts Included Your 75536i Gasoline Powered Generator ships with the following parts 12V DC Battery Cables 2 m 6 6 ft 1 Oil funnel 1 Spark plug socket 1 7 7 3 4 2 1 5 6 ...

Page 9: ...l power for the operation of 120 Volt AC 30 Amp single phase 60 Hz electrical loads 9 Oil Warning Light Check oil level when this light turns on Engine will not run when indicator is lit 10 Overload Indicator Light This light turns ON when the generator is overloaded and will cut power to the receptacles 11 Output Light Remains ON during normal operating conditions Shuts OFF when generator is over...

Page 10: ... cover 5 Check engine oil level daily and add as needed 3 Remove oil fill cap dipstick to add oil 4 Add 0 6 L 0 63 qt of oil and replace oil fill cap dipstick DO NOT OVERFILL The recommended oil type is 10W 30 automotive oil NOTE Add Engine Oil 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 res...

Page 11: ...led fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 85 Do not mix oil and gasoline Fill tank to approximately 1 4 in 0 64 cm below the top of the tank to allow for fuel expansion DO NOT pump gas 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 runn...

Page 12: ...bed of a truck regular flat or otherwise under staircases stairwells next to walls or buildings or in any other location that will not allow for adequate cooling of the generator and or the muffler DO NOT contain generators during operation Allow generators to properly cool before transport or storage Place the generator in a well ventilated area DO NOT place the generator near vents or intakes wh...

Page 13: ...be connected to a building electrical system consult your local utility company or a qualified electrician Connections must isolate generator power from utility power and must comply with all applicable laws and codes NOTE Operation Starting the Engine Cont d Connecting Electrical Loads 1 Let the engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes after starting 2 Plug in and turn on the desired 120 Vo...

Page 14: ...ator Stopping the Engine 1 Turn off and unplug all electrical loads Never start or stop the generator with electrical devices plugged in or turned on 2 Let the generator run at no load for several minutes to stabilize internal temperatures of the engine and generator 3 Turn the Fuel Valve to the OFF position 4 Let the engine run until fuel starvation has stopped the engine This usually takes a few...

Page 15: ...on instructions are also available in the Technical Bulletin area of the Champion Power Equipment internet site 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...

Page 16: ... plug 5 Inspect the electrode on the plug It must be clean and not worn to produce the spark required for ignition 6 Make certain the spark plug gap is 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 in 7 Carefully thread the plug into the engine 8 Use the spark plug tool to firmly install the plug 9 Attach the spark plug cap to the plug 10 Reinstall the spark plug access cap and maintenance cover For service or parts ass...

Page 17: ...rating 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 Spark Arrester 1 Allow the engine to cool completely before servicing the spark arrester 2 Remove the two screws holding the cover plate which retains the end of the spark arrester to the muffler 3 Remove the spa...

Page 18: ...eattach the spark plug 11 Store the unit in a clean dry place out of direct sunlight Maintenance and Storage 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 vapours Use a damp cloth to clean...

Page 19: ...eight 94 8 lb 43 kg Net Weight 83 8 lb 38 kg Height 18 3 inches 46 4 cm Width 17 3 inches 44 cm Length 22 4 inches 57 cm Engine Specifications Model YF166FD 331 Displacement 171cc Type 4 Stroke OHV Start Type Recoil 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 Tempera...

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Page 21: ... 1 5789 0635 1 Flange Bolt M6 35 2 61 83 190006 01 Rubber Sleeve End Cover 1 62 83 190003 01 Generator End Cover 1 63 1 5789 0615 Flange Bolt M6 15 7 64 83 190001 01 Generator Fan 1 65 2 02 006 Nut M14 1 5 1 66 83 191100 01 Rotor Assembly 1 Part Number Description Qty 67 1 5789 0645 Flange Bolt M6 45 4 68 83 191200 01 Stator Assembly 1 69 83 190002 01 End Cover Motor 1 70 83 401 Engine 1 71 1 6177...

Page 22: ...80 79 75 74 73 72 71 47 48 49 50 51 52 54 55 56 57 60 59 61 62 64 66 67 70 32 31 29 30 28 26 25 46 45 44 43 42 41 40 39 37 36 35 94 91 98 97 90 89 88 87 86 24 23 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 38 33 58 76 77 78 81 82 53 5 5 22 92 93 27 34 102 101 100 65 63 68 69 34 99 ...

Page 23: ...r Drain Bolt Ø10 Ø16 1 5 1 50 2 08 037 Bolt Drain M10 1 25 25 1 51 83 030009 01 Gasket Cylinder Head 1 52 83 040006 01 Valve Exhaust 1 Part Number Description Qty 53 83 040002 01 Valve Intake 1 54 2 01 017 Stud Bolt M6 32 2 55 83 010100 01 Cylinder Head 1 56 2 15 002 Spark Plug F6RTC 1 57 83 040017 01 Oil Seal Valve 1 58 83 040004 01 Guide Plate Push Rod 1 59 1 5789 0865 Flange Bolt M8 65 2 60 1 5...

Page 24: ...NG PLUG STOP SW 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 GENERATOR ENGINE G RECEPTACLE AC COIL SUB COIL W B W O O B W C W Y O Y L C B G G R R R Y Y R W B L TCI UNIT R R B G Y G Y G Y C CARNATION A AMETHYST O ORANGE OUTPUT PANEL Y 120V TT 30R 120V 5 20RA R W R R R W G Y B B G B O O W L G C C C CIRCUIT BREAKER 20A ...

Page 25: ...lug Generator shuts down during operation Out of fuel Fill fuel tank 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 connecte...

Page 26: ... labour if this generator is deemed to have been misused neglected involved in an accident abused loaded beyond the generator s limits modified installed improperly or connected incorrectly to any electrical component Installation Use and Maintenance Cont d Normal maintenance such as spark plugs air filters adjustments fuel system cleaning and obstruction due to buildup is not covered by this warr...

Page 27: ... and labor For engines less than or equal to 80cc only the fuel tank and fuel line is subject to the evaporative emission control warranty requirements of this section 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 emission related part on your engine is defective i...

Page 28: ... be warranted 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 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 schedu...

Page 29: ...arburetor 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 Alternate ser...

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