Champion 100476 User Manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

MODEL #100476

3150W PORTABLE

INVERTER GENERATOR

Made in China - REV 20180717 Champion Power Equipment, Inc., Santa Fe Springs, CA USA

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READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL. 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 is rated in accordance with PGMA (Portable Generator Manufacturers’ Association) standard PGMA G300 (S tandard for Testing and Validating
Performance of Portable Generators).

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction ................................................ 3

Safety Definitions
Important Safety Instructions

Fuel Safety ...................................................... 6

Safety Symbols .................................................. 7

Operation Symbols .............................................. 8

Safety Labels ...................................................10

Controls and Features ...............................11

Generator .......................................................11

Control Panel ...................................................12

FCC Statement for Remote Control Device....................13

Tools Needed ...................................................13

Assembly ...................................................14

Unpacking ......................................................14

Add Engine Oil ..................................................14

Add Fuel ........................................................15

Grounding ......................................................16

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Storage ..................................................... 22

Short Term Storage (up to 1 year) .............................22

Long Term Storage (more than 1 year) ........................23

Removing from Storage ........................................23

Specifications ........................................... 24

Generator Specifications .......................................24

Engine Specifications ..........................................24

Oil Specifications ...............................................24

Fuel Specifications .............................................24

Spark Plug Specifications ......................................24

Valve Specifications ............................................24

Temperature Spe cifi cations ....................................24

Parts Diagram ..................................................25

Parts List .......................................................26

Engine Parts Diagram ..........................................29

Engine Parts List ...............................................30

Wiring Diagram .................................................32

Troubleshooting ........................................ 33

Operation ...................................................16

Generator Location .............................................16

Grounding ......................................................16

Surge Protection ...............................................16

Starting the Engine .............................................17

Connecting Electrical Loads ...................................17

Do Not Overload Generator ....................................18

Eco (Economy) Mode ...........................................18

12V DC Automotive Style Out let ...............................18

Parallel Operation ..............................................19

Stopping the Engine ............................................19

Operation at High Altitude .....................................19

Maintenance ............................................. 20

Cleaning the Generator ........................................20

Changing the Engine Oil .......................................20

Cleaning and Adjusting the Spark Plug(s) .....................21

Cleaning the Air Filter ..........................................21

Cleaning the Spark Arrestor ...................................21

Adjusting the Governor .........................................21

Maintenance Schedule .........................................21

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INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of a Champion Power
Equipment (CPE) product. CPE designs, builds, and supports
all of our products to strict specifications and guidelines. With
proper product knowledge, safe use, and regular maintenance,
this product should bring years of satisfying service.

Every 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.

Since CPE highly values how our products are designed,
manufactured, operated and are serviced, and also highly
value your safety and the safety of others, we would like you to
take the time to review this product manual and other product
materials thoroughly and be fully aware and knowledgeable
of the assembly, operation, dangers and maintenance of the
product before use. Fully familiarize yourself, and make sure
others who plan on operating the product fully familiarize
themselves too, with the proper safety and operation
procedures 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 the information found on your product’s
nameplate label to the table below

SAFETY DEFINITIONS

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to
possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations,
deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety
warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The
instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper
accident prevention measures.

! DANGER

DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which,if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

! WARNING

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

! CAUTION

CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

"

NOTICE

NOTICE is used to address practices not related to physical
injury.

CPE TECHNICAL SUPPORT TEAM

1-8 77-338- 0999

MODEL NUMBER

100 476

SERIAL NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

PURCHASE LOCATION

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

! WARNING

California Proposition 65: This product contains chemicals
and produces exhaust known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm.

! DANGER

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

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.

! WARNING

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.

! DANGER

! DANGER

Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is a
poison you cannot see or smell.

NEVER use inside a home or garage, EVEN IF doors and
windows are open.

ONLY use OUTSIDE and far away from windows, doors,
and vents.

Install battery-operated carbon monoxide alarms or plug-in
carbon monoxide alarms with battery back-up according to
the manufacturer’s instructions.

Generator produces powerful voltage.

DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles.

DO NOT use electrical cords that are worn, damaged or
frayed. Use Champion electrical cords only for proper
application.

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.

Connection to your home’s electrical system requires a
listed 30A transfer switch installed by a licensed electrician
and approved by the local authority having jurisdiction. The
connection must isolate the generator from the utility power
and must comply with all applicable laws and electrical
codes.

! WARNING

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 or any other metal object.

DO NOT check for spark with the plug removed.

Use only approved spark plug testers.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

! 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 3 ft. (91.4 cm) of clearance on all sides to
ensure adequate cooling.

Maintain at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) of clearance from combustible
materials.

! 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 and turned on.

! CAUTION

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

! 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.

! 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 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.

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 equipment 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.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Fuel Safety

! DANGER

GASOLINE AND GASOLINE VAPORS) ARE HIGHLY
FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE.

Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.

Gasoline and gasoline vapors:

– Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.

– Gasoline can cause a fire or explosion if ignited.

– Gasoline is a liquid fuel but it’s vapors can ignite.

– Gasoline is a skin irritant and needs to be cleaned up

immediately if spilled on skin or clothes.

– Gasoline has a distinctive odor, this will help detect potential

leaks quickly.

– In any petroleum gas fire, flames should not be extinguished

unless by doing so the fuel supply valve can be turned OFF.
This is because if a fire is extinguished and a supply of
fuel is not turned OFF, then an explosion hazard could be
created.

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 valve is in the OFF position,
the gasoline 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.

Do not store generator or gasoline near furnaces, water heaters,
or any other appliances that produce heat or have automatic
ignitions.

! WARNING

Never use a gasoline container, gasoline tank, or any other
fuel item that is damaged or appears damaged.

– Gasoline expands or contracts with ambient temperatures.

Never fill the gasoline tank to full capacity, as gasoline
needs room to expand if temperatures rise.

When adding or removing gasoline:

Turn the generator off and let it cool for at least two minutes
before removing the gasoline cap. 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. 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 attempt to start a damaged generator.

Make certain that the gasoline cap, air filter, spark plug, fuel
lines and exhaust system are properly in place.

Allow spilled gasoline to evaporate fully before attempting to
start the engine.

Make certain that the generator is resting firmly on level
ground.

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Safety Symbols

Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of
these symbols will allow you to more safely operate the product.

SYMBOL MEANING

Read Operator’s Manual. To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s

manual before using this product.

Clearance. Keep all objects at least 5 feet from this machine. Heat from the muffler and exhaust
gas can ignite combustible objects.

Ground. Consult with local electrician to determine grounding requirements 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
cause severe burns or death. 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.

Hot Surface. To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with any hot surface.

Open Flame Alert. Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Keep fuel away from

smoking, open flames, sparks, pilot lights, heat, and other ignition sources.

Wet Conditions Alert. Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Operation Symbols

Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of
these symbols will allow you to more safely operate the product.

SYMBOL MEANING

Engine START

Engine STOP

Fuel Valve ON.

Fuel Valve OFF.

Choke. Pull choke knob out to

“CHOKE” position.

Choke. Push choke knob in to “RUN”
position.

Economy Mode Switch

RV Ready Receptacle

SYMBOL MEANING

Neutral Floating. Neutral circuit IS
NOT electrically connected to the

frame/ground of the generator.

Circuit Breaker Reset: Push

Parallel Connection(s)

AC Reset

12V Direc t Current

Check Oil Level. Recommended oil is

10W-30. The engine can be seriously
damaged without oil. Always check
the oil level before using. The

10 W-30

machine must be resting firmly on
level ground when checking.

Check Fuel Level. Use clean, fresh,
regular unleaded gasoline with a
minimum octane rating of 85 and an
ethanol content of less than 10% by
volume.

Low Oil

Overload

Output OK

Ground Terminal

Fuel Valve ON.

Fuel Valve OFF.

Engine Switch ON. Press the Engine

Switch to “ON” position.

Engine Switch OFF. Press the Engine
Switch to “OFF” position.

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SYMBOL MEANING

Recoil Starter. Pull recoil starter to

start the engine.

Plug In. Plug in desired devices.

Unplug. Unplug devices when turning

generator off.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Safety Labels

These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read them carefully.

If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact Technical Support Team for possible replacement.

Top

A

B

Muffler Side

C

D

LABEL DESCRIPTION

A

1162-L-SF -A

El uso de un generador en interiores PUEDE MATARLO EN
MINUTOS. El escape del generador contiene monóxido de

carbono. Éste es un veneno que no se puede ver ni oler. NUNCA lo use dentro

del hogar ni el garaje, INCLUSO SI las puertas y ventanas est án abiertas. Úselo
SÓLO a la INTEMPERIE lejos de ventanas, puertas, y orificios de ventilación.

Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN

MINUTES. Generator exhaust contains carbon

monoxide. This is a poison you cannot see or smell.

! DANGER

! PELIGRO

ONLY use OUTSIDE and far away
from windows, doors, and vents.

NEVER use inside a home or garage,

EVEN IF doors and windows are open.

Utiliser un générateur à l’intérieur PEUT VOUS TUER EN
QUELQUES MINUTES. L’é c h a p pe m e n t d u g én é r a t e u r

contient du monoxyde de carbone. Il s’agit d’un poison que vous ne pouvez ni
voir ni sentir. Ne l’utilisez JAMAIS dans la maison ou le garage MÊME SI les

portes et les fenêtres sont ouvertes. Utilisez-le UNIQUEMENT À L’EXTÉRIEUR,
loin des fenêtres, portes et trappes de ventilation.

! DANGER

CO Danger

B

1161-L-SF- A

Safety Icons

C

UNLEA DED FUEL ONLY. Minimum octa ne rating
of 85. Max imum 10% ethanol.

GASOLI NA REGULAR SOL AMENTE. 85 oc tanos
como mínimo. M áximo de etanol de 10% .

ESSENC E SANS PLOMB SEULE MENT. Indice
d’octane minimal de 85. Maximum 10 % d'éthanol.

1032-L- OP-A

Fuel

D

! 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 regulations relating to fire prevention requirements.
If installed, clean every 100 hours or every season.

! ADVERTENCIA

¡NO TOCAR! Los gase s de
escape, el silenciador y los
compnonentes del motor están
extremadamente CA LIENTES y
causan quemaduras.

La operación de este equipo puede producir chispas que pueden provocar
incendios alrededor de la vegetación seca. Un supresor de chispas puede que
sea necesario. El operador debe comunicarse con las agencias locales de
bomberos para las leyes y reglamentos relativos a los requisitos de prevención
de incendios. Si está instalado, limpie cada 100 horas o cada temporada.

1291-L-SF-A

Hot Surface

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Read this operator’s manual before operating your generator. Familiarize yourself with the location and function of the controls and
features. Save this manual for future reference.

Generator

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1

4 5 7 8

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1. Fuel Cap – Remove to add fuel.

2. Recoil Starter – Used to manually start the engine.

3. Control Panel – See “Control Panel” section.

4. Folding Handle – Used to move unit by lifting and rolling
on wheels. Do not use to lift or carry the unit.

5. Muffler

6. Carrying Handle(s) – Used to lift or carry the unit.

7. Maintenance Cover

8. Never Flat Wheels – 5.5 in. (14 cm)

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Control Panel

3

2

1

4

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

6
7
8

5

A

B

9

10

9

11

1. Fuel Valve Knob – Used to open and close the flow of fuel
to the engine.

2. Choke – Used to start a cold engine.

3. Engine Switch – Used to put in START mode or STOP the
generator.

4. Economy Mode Switch – Enables/disables automatic idle
control.

5. AC Overload Reset Button – Used to re-energize
receptacles after overload fault.

6. Output Indicator Light – Remains ON during normal
operating conditions. Turns OFF when generator is
overloaded.

7. Overload Indicator Light – When ON generator is
overloaded and power to receptacles is cut.

8. Oil Warning Indicator Light – When ON engine will shut
down and not run. Check oil level.

C

RECEPTACLES

120V AC, 30A RV (NEMA TT-30R)

A

t

B

A

C

z

May be used to supply electrical power for
operation of 120 Volt AC, 30 Amp, single
phase, 60 Hz electrical loads.

(2×) 120V AC, 20A (NEMA 5-20R)
May be used to supply electrical power for
operation of 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, single
phase, 60 Hz electrical loads.

12V DC, 8 Amp (Automotive)
May be used to supply electrical power for
operation of 12 Volt DC, 8 Amp electrical
loads.

9. Circuit Breakers (Push Reset) – Protects the generator
against electrical overloads.

10. Ground Terminal – Consult an electrician for local
grounding regulations.

11. Parallel Outlets – Used for parallel operation (parallel kit
sold separately).

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