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OWNER’S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

10006 Santa Fe Springs Road

Santa Fe Springs CA 90670

USA / 1-877-338-0999

www.championpowerequipment.com

4000 Starting Watts / 3500 Rated Watts

PORTABLE GENERATOR

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 

Important Safety Instructions 
are included in this manual.

MADE IN CHINA

REV UF-51-940034-20120629

Recoil Start

UF-51-940034

MODEL NUMBER

Summary of Contents for UF-51-940034

Page 1: ...ings CA 90670 USA 1 877 338 0999 www championpowerequipment com 4000 Starting Watts 3500 Rated Watts PORTABLE GENERATOR SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Important Safety Instructions are included in this manual MADE IN CHINA REV UF 51 940034 20120629 Recoil Start UF 51 940034 MODEL NUMBER ...

Page 2: ... the store WE ARE HERE TO HELP Visit our website www championpowerequipment com for more info Product Info Updates Frequently Asked Questions Tech Bulletins Product Registration or Call our Customer Care Team Toll Free at 1 877 338 0999 WARNING The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm ...

Page 3: ...y 12 Power Management 12 Operation at High Altitude 13 Maintenance and Storage 14 Engine Maintenance 14 Oil 14 Spark Plugs 14 Air Filter 14 Spark Arrester 15 15 Cleaning Adjustments 15 Maintenance Schedule 15 Generator Maintenance 16 Storage 16 Generator Storage 16 Specifications 17 Engine Specifications 17 Generator Specifications 17 Fuel 17 Oil 17 Spark Plugs 17 Valve Clearance 17 Wiring Diagram...

Page 4: ...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 accuracy ...

Page 5: ...entially 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 hazar...

Page 6: ...l such 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 on...

Page 7: ...or 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 ventilated area 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 overfill the fuel tank Always keep fuel away from sparks open flames pilot l...

Page 8: ...e reference Generator Controls and Features 1 Fuel Tank 3 8 gal 14 4 L capacity fuel tank 2 Choke Used to start the engine 3 Fuel Valve Used to turn fuel supply on and off to engine 4 Air Filter Protects the engine by filtering dust and debris from the intake air 5 Recoil Starter Used to manually start the engine 6 Oil Filler Cap Check and fill engine oil level 7 Power Panel See Power Panel sectio...

Page 9: ...tacle NEMA L5 30R May be used to supply electrical power for the operation of 120 Volt AC 30 Amp single phase 60 Hz electrical loads 5 120 Volt AC 30 Amp Receptacle NEMA TT 30R May be used to supply electrical power for the operation of 120 Volt AC 30 Amp single phase 60 Hz electrical loads 6 120 Volt AC 20 Amp Duplex NEMA 5 20R May be used to supply electrical power for the operation of 120 Volt ...

Page 10: ...F 51 940034 Controls and Features Parts Included Your UF 51 940034 Gasoline Powered Generator ships with the following parts Spark Arrester Kit Spark Arrester 1 Cover Plate 1 Screw with Lock Washer 2 Other Oil Funnel 1 Spark Plug Socket 1 ...

Page 11: ...h side flat on the ground Failure to install the spark arrester may result in an increased risk of fire CAUTION Install the Spark Arrester 1 Insert the spark arrester screen into the muffler outlet 2 Secure the spark arrester by placing the cover plate over the end of the screen with the lettering facing outward 3 Secure the cover plate with the two screws and lock washers provided with the spark ...

Page 12: ... level in the crankcase falls below the threshold level CAUTION 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 result of failure to follow these instructions will void your warranty CAUTION Assembly Check oil often during the break in period Refer to the Maintenance section for r...

Page 13: ...e between the generator ground terminal and a copper rod driven into the ground We strongly recommend that you consult with a qualified electrician to ensure compliance with local electrical codes Failure to properly ground the generator can result in electric shock WARNING Use regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 85 ethanol content of less than 10 by volume Do not mix oil and...

Page 14: ...arrow voltage range and may be affected by momentary voltage fluctuations While there is no way to prevent voltage fluctuations you can take steps to protect sensitive electronic equipment 1 Install UL1449 CSA listed plug in surge suppressors on the outlets feeding your sensitive equipment Surge suppressors come in single or multi outlet styles They re designed to protect against virtually all sho...

Page 15: ...ecessary 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 to the number calculated in step 2 Surge wattage is the extra burst of power needed to start some electric ...

Page 16: ...tural power loss Champion Power Equipment can provide a high altitude carburetor main jet The alternative main jet and installation instructions can be obtained by contacting Customer Support Installation 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 altit...

Page 17: ...g 6 Carefully thread the plug into the engine 7 Use the spark plug tool to firmly install the plug 8 Attach the spark plug wire to the plug For service or parts assistance contact our help line at 1 877 338 0999 NOTE Maintenance replacement or repair of emission control devices and systems may be performed by any non road engine repair establishment or individual NOTE WARNING WARNING Improper main...

Page 18: ...l system Maintenance and Storage To be performed by knowledgeable experienced owners or Champion Power Equipment certified dealers Every 8 hours or daily Check oil level Clean around air intake and muffler First 5 Hours Change oil Every 50 hours or every season Clean air filter Change oil if operating under heavy load or in hot environments Every 100 hours or every season Change oil Change fuel fl...

Page 19: ... dies 5 Add a fuel stabilizer into the fuel tank 6 Change the oil 7 Remove the spark plug and pour about ounce of oil into the cylinder Crank the engine slowly to distribute the oil and lubricate the cylinder 8 Reattach the spark plug 9 Store the unit in a clean dry place out of direct sunlight Use a damp cloth to clean exterior surfaces of the generator Use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt and...

Page 20: ...Specifications Model UF 51 940034 Running Wattage 3500 Watts Starting Wattage 4000 Watts AC Load 120 V Phase Single Frequency 60 Hz Fuel Capacity 3 8 gal 14 4 L Gross Weight 110 lb 49 9 kg Net Weight 102 9 lb 46 7 kg Heigth 17 9 inches 45 7 cm Width 18 3 inches 46 5 cm Length 23 3 inches 59 2 cm Specifications Maintenance Valve Clearance Intake 0 13 0 17 mm 0 005 0 007 in Exhaust 0 18 0 22 mm 0 00...

Page 21: ...REV UF 51 940034 20120629 18 UF 51 940034 ENGLISH Wiring Diagram Specifications ...

Page 22: ... 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 16 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 16 28 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 52 53 54 55 56 57 61 62 63 64 66 67 68 28 28 69 70 71 76 77 78 12 13 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 72 73 74 75 51 60 65 86 87 88 89 90 91 58 59 28 54 ...

Page 23: ...B5789 M6x8 Flange Bolt M6 8 1 43 ST168FD 1160002 B Pipe Fuel 1 44 ST188FD 1070006A Clip 2 45 ST02FD 04160000 Fuel Cock 1 46 504 071000 35 B Fuel Tank 1 47 ST02FD 04100010 Mount Vibration Fuel Tank 4 Part Number Description Qty 48 ST02FD 04100014 Washer Φ6 4 49 GB93 6 Locking Washer Φ6 4 50 GB5789 M6 20 Flange Bolt M6 20 4 51 ST168F 1070006A Fuel Filter 1 52 168 070100 01 Fuel Tank Cap 1 53 168 070...

Page 24: ... 9 6 7 8 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 9 18 19 21 22 23 24 25 9 26 27 28 29 30 31 33 34 24 35 36 37 19 38 47 48 49 50 56 57 58 59 83 84 85 90 91 93 94 60 61 62 64 65 77 20 1 76 74 73 71 72 70 63 66 68 92 1 75 10 95 96 32 55 54 53 52 51 39 40 41 42 43 26 44 46 45 81 80 89 82 86 87 88 79 78 69 67 9 98 95 97 ...

Page 25: ... 2 48 ST160F 1123000 G Ignition coil 1 49 152FMD 1001007 Dowel pin 10x16 2 50 GB5789 86 FB8 55 Flange bolt 8x55 4 51 ST168FD 1090005 G Cover Air cleaner 1 52 ST168FD 1090004 Element 1 Part Number Description Qty 53 ST168FD 1090003 Separator 1 54 ST168FD 1090002 Air cleaner seal 1 55 ST168FD 1090000 CARB Base Air cleaner 1 56 ST160FD 1130004 CPE Gasket carburetor 1 57 ST168F 1130001 Insulator Carbu...

Page 26: ...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 Replace defective device Circuit b...

Page 27: ...s and or labor 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 th...

Page 28: ... diagnosis parts 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 engin...

Page 29: ... 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 30: ...nting 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 business hou...

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