Champion 41532 Portable Generator Owner's Manual and Operating Instructions

OWNER’S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 10006 Santa Fe Springs Road Santa Fe Springs CA 90670 USA / 1-877-338-0999 www.championpowerequipment.com 9000 Starting Watts/7000 Running Watts PORTABLE GENERATOR SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Important Safety Instructions are included in this manual. MADE IN CHINA REV 41532-20120918 Wireless Remote Electric Start 41532 MODEL NUMBER

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41532 Wireless Remote Electric Start PORTABLE GENERATOR 9000 Starting Watts/7000 Running Watts TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction  1 Introduction  1 Portable Power Generator  1 Accessories  1 This Booklet  1 Manual Conventions                        2 Safety Rules  3 Controls and Features  5 Generator  5 Power Panel  6 Wireless Remote Control  7 Remote Control Power Consumption  7 Power Panel Load Management  7 Parts Included  8 Wheel Kit  8 Other  8 Assembly  9 Remove the Generator from the Shipping Carton  9 Install the Wheel Kit  9 Install the Support Leg  9 Connect the Battery  9 Add Engine Oil  10 Add Fuel  11 Grounding  11 Operation  12 Generator Location  12 Grounding  12 Surge Protection  12 Wireless Remote and Electric Start  13 Recoil Start  13 Connecting Electrical Loads  13 Stopping the Engine  13 Do Not Overload Generator  14 Capacity  14 Power Management  14 Operation at High Altitude  14 Maintenance and Storage  15 Engine Maintenance  15 Oil  15 Spark Plugs  15 Air Filter  15 Spark Arrester  16 Cleaning  16 Adjustments 16 Maintenance Schedule  16 Generator Maintenance  17 Storage  17 Generator Storage  17 Disconnect the Battery  17 Charge the Battery  17 Specifications  18 Engine Specifications  18 Generator Specifications  18 Fuel  18 Oil  18 Spark Plugs  18 Valve Clearance  18 FCC Statement for Remote Control Device  18 Parts Diagram  19 Parts List  20 Engine Parts Diagram  21 Engine Parts List  22 Wiring Diagram  23 Troubleshooting                          24 Warranty  25 Warranty Qualifications  25 Repair/Replacement Warranty  25 Do Not Return The Unit To The Place Of Purchase  25 Warranty Exclusions  25 Normal Wear  25 Installation, Use and Maintenance  25 Other Exclusions 25 Limits of Implied Warranty and Consequential Damage  25 Contact Information                     25 Address  25 Customer Service  25 Technical Service  25

1 REV 41532-20120918 ENGLISH 41532 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a Champion Power Equipment generator CPE designs and builds generators to strict speciﬁcations With proper use and maintenance, this generator will bring years of satisfying service Portable Power Generator This unit is a gasoline engine driven, alternating current (AC) generator It is designed to supply electrical power for lighting, appliances, tools and similar equipment Record the model and serial numbers as well as date and place of purchase for future reference Have this 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 and completeness of the information in this manual We reserve the right to change, alter and/or improve the product and this document at any time without prior notice Champion Power Equipment Support Model Number Serial Number Date of Purchase Purchase Location 1-877-338-0999 41532 For Oil Type see ‘Add Engine Oil‘ section For Fuel Type see ‘Add Fuel‘ section INTRODUCTION

REV 41532-20120918 2 41532 ENGLISH MANUAL CONVENTIONS This manual uses the following symbols to help differentiate between different kinds of information The safety symbol is used with a key word to alert you to potential hazards in operating and owning power equipment Follow all safety messages to avoid or reduce the risk of serious injury or death CAUTION indicates a potentially 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 situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury WARNING If you have questions regarding your generator, we can help Please call our help line at 1-877-338-0999 NOTE

3 REV 41532-20120918 ENGLISH 41532 SAFETY RULES Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, poison gas Breathing carbon monoxide will cause nausea, dizziness, fainting or death If you start to feel dizzy or weak, get to fresh air immediately Operate generator outdoors only in a well ventilated area DO NOT operate the generator inside any building, including garages, basements, crawlspaces and sheds, enclosure or compartment, including the generator compartment of a recreational vehicle DO NOT allow exhaust fumes to enter a confined area through windows, doors, vents or other openings DANGER CARBON MONOXIDE: using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES DANGER Rotating 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 Operate equipment with guards in place 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 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 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 approved spark plug testers WARNING Running engines produce heat Severe burns can occur on contact Combustible material can catch fire on contact DO NOT touch hot surfaces Avoid contact with hot exhaust gases Allow equipment to cool before touching Maintain at least three feet of clearance on all sides to ensure adequate cooling Maintain at least five feet of clearance from combustible materials WARNING Medical and Life Support Uses In case of emergency, call 911 immediately NEVER use this product to power life support devices or life support appliances NEVER use this product to power medical devices or medical appliances Inform your electricity provider immediately if you or anyone in your household depends on electrical euipment to live Inform your electrical provider immediately if a loss of power would cause you or anyone in your household to experience a medical emergency WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm WARNING Read this manual thoroughly before operating your generator Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death WARNING

REV 41532-20120918 4 41532 ENGLISH SAFETY RULES Improper treatment or use of the generator can damage it, shorten its life and void your warranty Use the generator only for intended uses Operate only on level surfaces DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, or dirt DO NOT allow any material to block the cooling slots If connected devices overheat, turn them off and disconnect them from the generator DO NOT use the generator if: – Electrical output is lost – Equipment sparks, smokes or emits flames – Equipment vibrates excessively CAUTION 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 or regulations relating to fire prevention requirements WARNING Rapid retraction of the starter cord will pull hand and arm towards the engine faster than you can let go Unintentional startup can result in entanglement, traumatic amputation or laceration Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could result When starting engine, pull the starter 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 WARNING Fuel and fuel vapors are highly flammable and extremely explosive Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death Unintentional startup can result in entanglement, traumatic amputation or laceration When adding or removing fuel: 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-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 lights, heat and other sources of ignition DO NOT light or smoke cigarettes When starting the generator: DO NOT attempt to start a damaged generator Make certain that the gas cap, air filter, spark plug, fuel lines and exhaust system are properly in place Allow spilled fuel to evaporate fully before attempting to start the engine Make certain that the generator is resting firmly on level ground When operating the generator: DO NOT move or tip the generator during operation DO NOT tip the generator or allow fuel or oil to spill When transporting or servicing the generator: Make certain that the fuel shutoff valve is in the off position and the fuel tank is empty Disconnect the spark plug wire When storing the generator: Store away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat and other sources of ignition DANGER Exceeding the generator’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 speed DO NOT modify the generator in any way CAUTION

5 REV 41532-20120918 ENGLISH 41532 Read this owner’s manual before operating your generator Familiarize yourself with the location and function of the controls and features Save this manual for future reference (1) Fuel Tank – 59 gallon (224 L) capacity fuel tank (2) Auto-Choke – Used to start the engine No manual adjustment required (3) Fuel Valve – Used to turn fuel supply on and off to engine (4) Air Cleaner – Protects the engine by ﬁltering dust and debris from the intake air (5) Recoil Starter – Used to manually start the engine (6) Quick Drain Tube – Used to easily and quickly drain oil from the engine (7) Oil Filler Cap – Check and ﬁll engine oil level (8) Battery – Used to start the engine Provides 12V DC to the electric starter and receiver control module (9) Power Panel – See “Power Panel” section Generator CONTROLS AND FEATURES 1 5 6 3 2 4 8 7 9

REV 41532-20120918 6 41532 ENGLISH Power Panel 1 6 5 8 3 (1) Intelligauge – Three mode digital meter for displaying running hours, voltage and hertz (2) Battery Switch – Enables/disables starting electrically – via remotely or by Ignition Switch (3) Circuit Breakers – Protects the generator against electrical overloads Push to reset breaker (4) Ignition Switch – Used to start or stop the generator (5) 120 Volt AC, 30 Amp Twist-Lock Receptacle (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 (6) 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp Twist-Lock Receptacle (NEMA L14-30R) – May be used to supply electrical power for the operation of 120 and/or 240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, single phase 60 Hz electrical loads (7) 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp Duplex (2) (NEMA 5-20R) – May be used to supply electrical power for the operation of 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, single phase 60 Hz electrical loads (8) Ground Terminal – Consult an electrician for local grounding regulations 2 CONTROLS AND FEATURES 4 7

7 REV 41532-20120918 ENGLISH 41532 CONTROLS AND FEATURES Wireless Remote Control This generator is equipped with a wireless remote control system for starting and stopping The system consists of (4) main components: 1 Receiver Control Module (RCM) 2 Wireless Remote 3 Battery Switch 4 Ignition Switch The Remote Control functions are enabled when: 1 The Ignition Switch is in the “ON” position, AND 2 The Battery Switch is in the “ON” position The Remote Control functions are disabled if either of the above conditions is not met To start the generator by Remote Control, press the “START” button on the Remote one time The engine will attempt to start (6) times The RCM controls the Auto Choke during each attempt to start If the generator does not start, call Champion Customer Care team for assistance at 1-877-338-0999 To stop the generator by Remote Control, press the “STOP” button on the Remote one time Remote Control Power Consumption While the Ignition Switch is in the “ON” position, the RCM is active and waiting for a remote signal This function requires electrical current from the battery If the Ignition Switch is left in the “ON” position for extended periods (several weeks), the battery can be completely drained Moving the Ignition Switch to the “OFF” position disables the Remote functions, but the RCM still consumes approximately 2 mA from the battery To prevent battery drain, press the Battery Switch to the “OFF” position This disconnects power to the RCM so there is no current draw on the battery Power Panel Load Management When the generator initially starts by the Remote, no voltage is supplied to the Power Panel for approximately 15 seconds This allows the engine to reach full speed before electrical loads are applied to the generator The voltage delay at startup only happens when the Remote Control is used. There is no voltage delay when the pushbutton electric start or recoil start method is used. When the pushbutton electric start or recoil start method is used, the operator must be sure all electrical loads (appliances) are turned OFF during startup and shutdown Damage to the generator or the attached appliances can be caused by starting or stopping the generator while appliances are plugged in and turned ON Power Panel Load Management Cont’d.

Champion 41532 Portable Generator Owner's Manual and Operating Instructions

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