OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL #100476 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ONLINE at championpowerequipment.com or visit championpowerequipment.com 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.
100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ................................................ 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Storage .................................................. ... 22 Short Term Storage (up to 1 year) ............................. 22 Long Term Storage (more than 1 year) ........................ 23 Safety Definitions ....................................... 3 Removing from Storage ........................................ 23 Important Safety Instructions ........
INTRODUCTION 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR INTRODUCTION SAFETY DEFINITIONS 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. The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers.
100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR 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. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ! 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.
100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR ! WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ! CAUTION Running engines produce heat. Severe burns can occur on contact. Combustible material can catch fire on contact. Improper treatment or use of the generator can damage it, shorten its life and void your warranty. DO NOT touch hot surfaces. Use the generator only for intended uses. Avoid contact with hot exhaust gases. Operate only on level surfaces. Allow equipment to cool before touching.
100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR Fuel Safety IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When operating the generator: ! 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.
100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR 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 SYMBOL MEANING Engine START Neutral Floating. Neutral circuit IS NOT electrically connected to the frame/ground of the generator. Engine STOP Circuit Breaker Reset: Push Fuel Valve ON.
100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR SYMBOL IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR 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. D A C B Top Muffler Side LABEL DESCRIPTION ! DANGER Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is a poison you cannot see or smell.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR 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 1 2 3 4 6 5 7 8 1. Fuel Cap – Remove to add fuel. 5. Muffler 2. Recoil Starter – Used to manually start the engine. 6. Carrying Handle(s) – Used to lift or carry the unit. 3.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR Control Panel 2 3 6 7 1 9 8 4 5 A B 9 11 10 C 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. RECEPTACLES A B 5. AC Overload Reset Button – Used to re-energize receptacles after overload fault. 6.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR FCC Statement for Remote Control Device 1. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: Parts Included Accessories Oil Funnel .............................................................................. 1 1a. This device may not cause harmful interference. Battery Charging Cables ........................................................ 1 1b.
ASSEMBLY 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR ASSEMBLY Your generator requires some assembly. This unit ships from our factory without oil. It must be properly serviced with fuel and oil before operation. If you have any questions regarding the assembly of your generator, call our Technical Support Team at 1-877-338-0999. Please have your serial number and model number available. MAX Unpacking MIN 1. Set the shipping carton on a solid, flat surface.
ASSEMBLY 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR " NOTICE The first 5 hours of run time are the break-in period for the unit. During the break in period stay at or below 50% of the running watt rating and vary the load occasionally to allow stator windings to heat and cool. Adjusting the load will also cause engine speed to vary and help seat piston rings. After the 5 hour break-in period, change the oil. " NOTICE Weather will affect engine oil and engine performance.
OPERATION 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR Grounding ! WARNING Your generator must be properly connected to an appropriate ground to help prevent electric shock. ! WARNING Failure to properly ground the generator can result in electric shock. A ground terminal connected to the frame of the generator has been provided (see Controls and Features for terminal location).
OPERATION 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR Starting the Engine 1. Make certain the generator is on a flat, level surface. 2. Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. Never start or stop the generator with electrical devices plugged in or turned on. 3. Turn the fuel valve to the “ON” position. " NOTICE For gasoline restarts with hot engine in hot ambient > 30°C (86°F): Keep the choke in 75% of the “CHOKE” position for only 1 pull of the recoil starter.
OPERATION 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR ! WARNING Connecting a generator to your electric utility company’s power lines or to another power source may be against the law. In addition this action, if done incorrectly, could damage your generator and appliances and could cause serious injury or even death to you or a utility worker who may be working on nearby power lines.
OPERATION 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR ! CAUTION While charging a device do not place on the exhaust side of the generator. Extreme heat caused by exhaust can damage the device, and cause a potential fire hazard. Battery Charging 1. Before connecting the battery charging cable to a battery that is installed in a vehicle, disconnect the vehicle battery ground cable from the negative (–) battery terminal. 2. Plug the battery charging cable into the 12V DC receptacle of the generator. 3.
MAINTENANCE 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR ! WARNING Operation using the alternative main jet at elevations lower than the recommended minimum altitude can damage the engine. For operation at lower elevations, the originally supplied standard main jet must be used. Operating the engine with the wrong engine configuration at a given altitude may increase its emissions and decrease fuel efficiency and performance. MAINTENANCE Make certain that the generator is kept clean and stored properly.
MAINTENANCE 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR Cleaning and Adjusting the Spark Plug(s) Type 1 Type 2 1. Remove the maintenance cover. 2. Remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug. 3. Use a spark plug socket tool (not included), or a 13/16 in. (21 mm) socket (not included) to remove the plug. 4. Inspect the electrode on the plug. It must be clean and not worn to produce the spark required for ignition. 5. Make certain the spark plug gap is 0.028-0.031 in. (0.7-0.8 mm).
STORAGE 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR EVERY 8 HOURS OR DAILY # Check oil level # Clean around air intake and muffler FIRST 5 HOURS Short Term Storage (up to 1 year) Gasoline in the gasoline tank has a maximum shelf life of up to 1 year with the addition of properly formulated fuel stabilizers and if stored in a cool, dry place. Gasoline in the carburetor, however, may gum up and clog the carburetor if it isn’t used or drained within 2-4 weeks. # Change oil 1.
STORAGE 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR 7. Option 2: Run Dry 1. Be sure the engine switch is in the “OFF” position. 7a. Turn engine switch to the “ON” position and start the generator. 2. Add gasoline to the generator according to Add Fuel: Gasoline. 7b. With the generator running, turn the fuel valve to the “OFF” position and allow the generator to run until the engine stops from complete fuel starvation. This may take a few minutes. 3. Turn the fuel valve to the “ON” position. 7c.
SPECIFICATIONS 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS Fuel Specifications Generator Specifications Use regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 85 and an ethanol content of 10% or less by volume. DO NOT USE E15 or E85. DO NOT OVERFILL. Generator Model ........................................ 100476 Start Type ................................................ Manual Watts (Starting/Running) ........................... 3150/2850 AC Volts ...............................
135 136 134 137 133 131 129 113 139 130 114 138 132 1 7 112 111 125 110 5 107 102 2 101 44 95 96 98 15 97 100 99 105 123 11 122 106 121 103 6 124 120 104 45 119 108 118 109 117 126 116 127 3 115 128 2 4 7 8 5 9 10 72 90 37 81 71 80 79 44 78 77 76 75 74 73 71 5 72 71 70 11 12 13 14 15 82 83 84 16 85 86 30 17 87 37 88 89 69 18 90 68 91 67 7 66 92 65 19 93 64 30 1 63 33 31 32 27 28 29 30 26 25 24
SPECIFICATIONS 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR Parts List # Part Number Description Qty. Part Number Description Qty. 1.16674.0616 Flange Bolt, M6 × 16 2 4 37 1.5789.0620 Flange Bolt, M6×20 6 38 83.100500.01 Supporter, Secondary Air Intake Valve 1 39 24.100003.03 Gasket, Air Supply Valve 1 40 24.100300.03 Secondary Air Intake Valve 1 41 2.08.055.1 Bolt, Maintenance Cover, Black 2 42 83.200402.01.48 Protector, Rear Cover, Yellow 1 43 83.200401.01.
SPECIFICATIONS 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR # Part Number Description Qty. 67 1.5789.0645 Flange Bolt, M6 × 45 4 68 83.191200.10 Stator Assembly 1 69 83.190002.01 End Cover, Mortor 70 83.401 71 72 # Part Number Description Qty. 105 83.070011.02 Fuel Pipe, Fuel Valve To Carburetor 1 1 106 1.845.4819 Screw, ST4.8 × 19 2 Engine 1 107 83.070400.01 Fuel Valve 1 1.6177.1.08 Lock Nut M8, Flange 12 108 83.200101.02.48 Front Cover, Yellow 1 2.05.
SPECIFICATIONS 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR # Part Number Description Qty. 138 1.6170.05.3 Nut M5, Green 2 139 100476.21.10 Wire Assembly 1 140 9.1700.008 Plug, USB 5V/2.4A 1 141 9.1600.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 46 5 86 45 85 12 44 13 43 14 84 42 15 41 16 40 17 83 39 18 82 38 81 37 80 47 48 49 19 36 21 22 35 23 34 33 24 100 29 28 27 79 78 77 50 104 103 76 75 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 20 64 74 65 26 73 66 32 25 67 102 31 68 94 93 92 91 90 89 88 87 69 30 5 72 70 71 101 34 99 98 97 96 95 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS Engine Parts Diagram 29
SPECIFICATIONS 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR Engine Parts List # Part Number Description Qty. # 6 43 1.276.6205 Part Number Bearing, 6205 Description Qty. 2 44 2.14.017 Woodruff Key, 4 × 6.5 × 16 1 1 1.5789.0835 Flange Bolt, M8 × 35 2 2.11.014 Oil Seal 2 3 83.030007.01 Cover, Crankcase 1 4 83.127000.01 Oil Level Sensor 1 45 83.050100.01 Crankshaft 1 5 1.5789.0612 Flange Bolt, M6 × 12 11 6 83.030010.01 Plate, Coil 1 46 83.030008.
SPECIFICATIONS 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR # Part Number Description Qty. 80 2.09.002 Rocker Arm, Valve 2 81 83.050005.01 Piston 1 82 83.050003.01 Wrist Pin 1 83 83.050200.01 Connecting Rod Assembly 1 84 83.040100.01 Camshaft 1 85 83.031000.01 Oil Dipstick Assembly 1 86 83.030035.01 Oil Nipple 1 87 1.818.0306 Screw, M3 × 6, Black 2 88 81.132200.00 Stepper Motor 1 89 1.9074.1.0408 Screw/Washer Assembly, M4 × 8 2 90 82.132100.
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TROUBLESHOOTING 100476 - 3150W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Generator will not start. Generator will not start; Generator starts but runs roughly. Generator shuts down during operation. Generator cannot supply enough power or overheating. No AC output. Generator gallops. Cause Solution No fuel. Add fuel. Faulty spark plug. Replace spark plug. Unit loaded during start up. Remove load from unit. Low oil level. Fill crankcase to the proper level.
WARRANTY WARRANTY* CHAMPION POWER EQUIPMENT 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Warranty Qualifications Champion Power Equipment (CPE) will register this warranty upon receipt of your Warranty Registration Card and a copy of your sales receipt from one of CPE’s retail locations as proof of purchase. Please submit your warranty registration and your proof of purchase within ten (10) days of the date of purchase.
Champion Power Equipment, Inc. (CPE), The United States Environment Protection Agency (U.S. EPA.) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Emission Control System Warranty Your Champion Power Equipment (CPE) engine complies with both the U.S. EPA and state of California Air Resources Board (CARB) emission regulations.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY The following are specific provisions relative to your Emission Control System (ECS) Warranty Coverage. 1. APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to 1995 and later model year California small off-road engines (SORE) (for other states, 1997 and later model year engines). The ECS Warranty Period shall begin on the date the new engine or equipment is delivered to its original, end-use purchaser, and shall continue for 24 consecutive months thereafter. 2.
EMISSION-RELATED PARTS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: (using those portions of the list applicable to the engine) Systems covered by this warranty Fuel Metering System Fuel regulator, Carburetor and internal parts Air Induction System Air cleaner, Intake manifold Ignition System Spark plug and parts, Magneto ignition system Exhaust System Exhaust manifold, catalytic converter Miscellaneous Parts Tubing, Fittings, Seals, Gaskets, and Clamps associated with these listed systems.
