OWNER’S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6250 Starting Watts / 5000 Running Watts Recoil Start PORTABLE GENERATOR T Th os n tí a li m it a d a d e tr e ñ sa Limited Wa rra Year n ree MODEL NUMBER 100496 MADE IN CHINA REV 100496-20190910 ty y y SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Important Safety Instructions Limited Warr Limited Warr ear ear an nt eY oY are aincluded in this wmanual.
AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT TEMPERATURE: Your Champion Power Equipment product is designed and rated for continuous operation at ambient temperatures up to 40°C (104°F). When your product is needed your product may be operated at temperatures ranging from -15°C (5°F) to 50°C (122°F) for short periods. If the product is exposed to temperatures outside this range during storage, it should be brought back within this range before operation.
100496 6250 Starting Watts / 5000 Running Watts Recoil Start PORTABLE GENERATOR Table of Contents Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Manual Conventions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Safety Rules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Controls and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Generator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Power Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ENGLISH 100496 Introduction Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a Champion Power Equipment product. Champion Power Equipment and Champion Engine Technology 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.
100496 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. DANGER DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
ENGLISH 100496 Safety Rules WARNING Read this manual thoroughly before operating your generator. Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death. 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.
100496 ENGLISH DANGER Safety Rules 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. 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.
ENGLISH 100496 Controls and Features 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. Generator 1 8 2 3 4 7 6 5 5 9 (1) Fuel Tank – 5.7 gallon (21.5 L) capacity fuel tank. (5) Recoil Starter – Used to start the engine. (2) Choke – Used to start the engine. (6) Oil Filler Cap – Check and fill engine oil level.
100496 ENGLISH Power Panel Controls and Features 1 2 3 4 (1) Engine Switch – Used to turn the generator on and off. (2) Intelligauge – Three mode digital meter for displaying running hours, voltage and hertz. (3) Circuit Breakers – Protects the generator against electrical overloads. Push to reset breaker. (4) 5 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp Duplex (2) (GFCI 5-20R) – May be used to supply electrical power for the operation of 120 Volt AC single phase 60 Hz electrical loads.
ENGLISH 100496 Controls and Features Parts Included Your 100496 Gasoline Powered Generator ships with the following parts: Wheel Kit –– –– –– –– –– –– –– –– –– 8 in. Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pin Roll (Ø16x90 for Wheel). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . R-Pin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Support Leg w/Vibration Mounts. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
100496 ENGLISH 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 help line at 1-877-338-0999. Please have your serial number and model number available. Install the Support Leg 1. Align the Support Foot (#36) with the holes on the frame. 2. Insert an M8x16 flange bolt (#41) through each hole from the bottom. 3.
ENGLISH 100496 Assembly Add Engine Oil Add Engine Oil Cont’d. CAUTION 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. NOTE Check oil often during the break-in period. Refer to the Maintenance section for recommended service intervals.
100496 ENGLISH Assembly Add Fuel Add Fuel Cont’d. GASOLINE 1. Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded fuel with a minimum octane rating of 85 and an ethanol content of less than 10% by volume. 2. DO NOT mix oil with fuel. 3. Clean the area around the fuel cap. 4. Remove the fuel cap. 5. Slowly add fuel to the tank. DO NOT OVERFILL. Fuel can expand after filling. A minimum of ¼ in. (6.4 mm) of space left in the tank is required for fuel expansion, more than ¼ in. (6.4 mm) is recommended.
ENGLISH 100496 Operation Generator Location NEVER operate the generator inside any building, including garages, basements, crawlspaces and sheds, enclosure or compartment, including the generator compartment of a recreational vehicle. Please consult your local authority. In some areas, generators must be registered with the local utility. Generators used at construction sites may be subject to additional rules and regulations. Generators should be on a flat, level surface at all times.
100496 ENGLISH Operation Connecting Electrical Loads Grounding 1. Let the engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes after starting 2. Plug in and turn on the desired 120/240 Volt AC single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads. –– DO NOT connect 3-phase loads to the generator. –– DO NOT connect 50 Hz loads to the generator. –– DO NOT overload the generator. The generator system ground connects the frame to the ground terminals on the power panel. The system ground is connected to the AC neutral wire.
ENGLISH 100496 Operation OPERATION AT HIGH ALTITUDE The density of air at high altitudes is lower than at sea level. Engine power is reduced as the air mass and airfuel ratio decrease. Engine power and generator output will be reduced approximately 3½% for every 1000 ft. of elevation above sea level. At high altitudes increased exhaust emissions can also result due to the increased enrichment of the air fuel ratio.
100496 ENGLISH MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Oil Cont’d. Spark Arrester NOTE Once oil has been added, a visual check should show oil about 1-2 threads from running out of the fill hole. If using the dipstick to check oil level, DO NOT screw in the dipstick while checking. 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 spark arrester screen. 4.
ENGLISH 100496 Maintenance and Storage Adjustments Generator Maintenance The air-fuel mixture is not adjustable. Tampering with the governor can damage your generator and your electrical devices and will void your warranty. CPE recommends that you contact our service line at 1-877-338-0999 for all other service and/or adjustment needs. 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.
100496 ENGLISH Maintenance and Storage Generator Storage Cont’d. NOTE Our engines work well with 10% or less ethanol blend fuels. When using blended fuels there are some issues worth noting: –– Ethanol-gasoline blends can absorb more water than gasoline alone. –– These blends can eventually separate, leaving water or a watery goo in the tank, fuel valve and carburetor.
ENGLISH 100496 SPECIFICATIONS Engine Specifications –– –– –– –– Model. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180F Displacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292cc Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-Stroke OHV Start Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recoil Weather will affect engine oil and engine performance. Change the type of engine oil used based on weather conditions to suit the engine needs.
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SPECIFICATIONS Parts Diagram 19 ENGLISH 100496
100496 ENGLISH # Part Number Description Qty # Part Number Description 1 100011530-0002 Flange Bolt M6 × 16 4 46 100020167 Support, End Cover 1 2 100077142-0001 Panel Assembly 1 47 100011252-0001 Flange Bolt M5 × 18 7 3 100019842 Protect Panel 1 48 100018611 AVR 1 4 100077161 Control Panel 1 49 100018595 Carbon Brush Assembly 1 5 100019772-0001 Switch 1 50 100010885-0004 Spring Washer Ø5 3 6 100019890 Intelligauge 1 51 100010919-0002 Flat Washer Ø5 1 7
SPECIFICATIONS Engine Parts Diagram 21 ENGLISH 100496
100496 ENGLISH Parts List Qty # Part Number Description Qty Flange Bolt M6 × 16, GB5789 9 58 100010037 Oil Level Sensor 1 100002337 Cylinder Head Cover(Cpe) 1 59 100007113 Shroud 2 1 100031973 Breather Tube 1 60 100010788 Bearing TM6206 - P63 2 4 100010186 Gasket, Cylinder Head Cover 1 61 100003951 Crankshaft 1 5 100011463-0002 Flange Nut M6 2 62 100004320 Camshaft 1 100010522-0001 Washer Ø16 × Ø24 × 0.
ENGLISH 100496 TROUBLERSHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Generator will not start 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 Generator will not start; Generator starts but runs roughly Generator shuts down during operation Generator cannot supply enough power or overheating No AC output Place generator on a flat, level surface Choke in the wrong position Adjust choke Spark plug wire
WARRANTY* Other Exclusions CHAMPION POWER EQUIPMENT 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This warranty excludes: Warranty Qualifications To register your product for warranty and FREE lifetime call center technical support please visit: https://www.championpowerequipment.com/register To complete registration you will need to include a copy of the purchase receipt as proof of original purchase. Proof of purchase is required for warranty service. Please register within ten (10) days from 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) Exhaust and Evaporative emissions regulations.
EXHAUST AND EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY The following are specific provisions relative to your Exhaust and Evaporative 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).
EMISSION-RELATED PARTS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: (using those portions of the list applicable to the engine) Systems covered by this warranty Parts Description Fuel Metering System Carburetor and internal parts (and/or pressure regulator or fuel injection system), Air/fuel ratio feedback and control system, Cold start enrichment system. Air Induction System Controlled hot air intake system, Intake manifold, Air filter.