OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL #100559 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ONLINE at championpowerequipment.com or visit championpowerequipment.com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 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.
100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ................................................ 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Storage .................................................. ... 22 Short Term Storage (up to 30 days) ...................... ..... 22 Mid Term Storage (30 days – 1 year) ......................... 22 Safety Definitions ....................................... 3 Long Term Storage (over 1 year) .............................. 23 Important Safety Instructions .................
INTRODUCTION 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE 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.
100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ! WARNING Cancer and Reproductive Harm – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov ! DANGER Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, poisonous 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 AND POINT EXHAUST AWAY.
100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR ! WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ! CAUTION Spark from removed spark plug wire can result in fire or electrical shock. Start the generator and allow the engine to stabilize before connecting electrical loads. When servicing the generator: Connect electrical equipment in the off position, and then turn them on for operation. Disconnect the spark plug wire and place it where it cannot contact the plug or any other metal object.
100559 - 3500W PORTABLE 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE 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. B D C A Top Alternator 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.
100559 - 3500W PORTABLE 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 generator.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE 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 ON Neutral Floating. Neutral circuit IS NOT electrically connected to the frame/ ground of the generator.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR Quickstart Label 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.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE 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 8 1 2 3 7 4 9 5 6 1. Gasoline Tank – 4.7 gal. (17.8 L) 6. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick – Used to check and fill oil level. 2. Choke – Used to start the engine. 7. Control Panel – See “Control Panel” section. 3.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR Control Panel 2 1 C 3 A 1. Engine Switch – Used to put in START mode or STOP the generator. 2. Intelligauge – Four mode digital meter for displaying voltage, frequency (hertz), run time, and total run time. B RECEPTACLES A 3. Circuit Breakers (Push Reset) – Protects the generator against electrical overloads.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR Intelligauge Four mode digital meter for displaying voltage, frequency (hertz), run time, and total run time. The LCD displays each mode by pressing the button below the display. MODE BUTTON MODE DESCRIPTION Output voltage of the generator. Voltage (V) Example: 120 volts Output frequency in hertz. Frequency (F) Example: 60.
ASSEMBLY 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR ASSEMBLY Add Engine Oil 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.
ASSEMBLY 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR Add Fuel " NOTICE Once oil has been added, a visual check should show oil about 1-2 threads from running out of the fill hole. When using the dipstick to check oil level, DO NOT screw in the dipstick while checking. Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 85 and an ethanol content of 10% or less by volume. y b c DO NOT mix oil with gasoline. 1. Remove the gasoline cap. MAX OIL DIP STICK MIN 2.
ASSEMBLY 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR ! CAUTION Use unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 85 and an ethanol content of 10% or less by volume. Grounding Your generator must be properly connected to an appropriate ground to help prevent electric shock. ! WARNING DO NOT light cigarettes or smoke when filling the tank. DO NOT mix oil and gasoline. DO NOT overfill the tank. Fill tank to approximately ¼ in. (6.4 mm) below the top of the tank to allow for gasoline expansion.
OPERATION 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR OPERATION Surge Protection 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.
OPERATION 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR 5. Move the choke to the CHOKE position. Note: for restarting a warm engine, move the choke to 75% of the CHOKE position. " NOTICE For gasoline restarts with hot engine in hot ambient temperature > 86°F (30°C), keep choke in 75% of the “CHOKE” position for only 1 pull of the recoil starter. After first pull, move choke to “RUN” position for up to 3 pulls of the recoil starter.
OPERATION 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE 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.
MAINTENANCE 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR MAINTENANCE Changing the Engine Oil 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. DO NOT expose the unit to extreme conditions, excessive dust, dirt, moisture or corrosive vapors. Change oil when the engine is warm. Refer to the oil specification to select the proper grade for your operating environment.
MAINTENANCE 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR ! CAUTION SPARK PLUG GAP Failure to clean the spark arrestor will result in degraded engine performance. " NOTICE 5. Refer to the spark plug types in Specifications when replacing the plug. 6. Firmly re-install the plug. 7. Attach the spark plug cable to the spark plug. Federal and local laws and administrative requirements indicate when and where spark arrestors are required.
STORAGE 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR EVERY 100 HOURS OR ANNUALLY # # # # # Change oil Clean/adjust spark plug Check/adjust valve clearance* Clean spark arrestor Clean fuel tank and filter* Mid Term Storage (30 days – 1 year) Gasoline in the tank has a maximum shelf life of up to 1 year with the addition of a properly formulated fuel stabilizer and stored in a cool, dry place. 1. Be sure all appliances are disconnected from the generator. 2.
100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR STORAGE 10. Clean the generator according to Cleaning the Generator. 11. Store the generator in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight. Long Term Storage (over 1 year) For storage over 1 year, the gasoline tank and carburetor must be completely drained of gasoline. 1. Follow steps 1-4 according to Mid Term Storage. 1a. Turn engine switch to the “OFF” position and allow generator to cool completely before continuing. 2.
SPECIFICATIONS 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS " NOTICE Generator Specifications Generator Model ........................................ 100559 Temperature will affect engine oil and engine performance. Change the type of engine oil used based on the temperature to suit the engine needs. Start Type ................................................ Manual Watts (Starting/Running) ........................... 4375/3500 AC Volts .......................................................
SPECIFICATIONS 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR Parts Diagram 1 2 1 30 3 5 8 13 14 4 12 9 10 6 7 11 32 29 31 28 33 15 26 38 37 36 39 40 34 16 17 18 19 35 27 41 26 43 42 44 45 44 20 21 25 22 24 22 23 46 24 47 48 43 67 66 69 70 65 64 68 63 62 61 71 74 75 76 72 73 60 44 46 44 57 5655 45 51 43 51 59 54 53 58 58 52 51 50 49 25
SPECIFICATIONS 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR Parts List # Part Number Description Qty. # Part Number Description 35 100059920-0001 Label, Fuel Level Gauge Qty. 1 36 100021118 Bushing, Ø12 × Ø9 × 13 4 37 100032369 Vibration Mounting, Fuel Tank 4 38 100010439-0001 Washer Ø6.
SPECIFICATIONS 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR # Part Number Description Qty.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 92 62 61 9 10 16 18 11 60 12 40 35 19 21 34 20 17 1314 39 36 59 57 22 23 38 37 58 24 41 56 25 55 63 52 26 27 47 30 53 48 29 33 45 28 43 44 42 46 54 31 52 49 32 50 77 51 64 78 79 80 65 77 81 78 74 73 71 72 70 69 68 67 66 75 76 83 1 84 85 82 86 87 35 35 88 89 90 91 35 35 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS Engine Parts Diagram 28
SPECIFICATIONS 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR Engine Parts List # Part Number Description Qty.
SPECIFICATIONS 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR # Part Number Description Qty. 78 100010459 Washer Ø10 × 1.5 × Ø16 2 79 100017644 Oil Seal Ø25 × Ø41.25 × 6, Spiral Grain 1 80 100009288 Ignition Module 1 81 100011268-0003 Flange Bolt M6 × 25 2 82 100007062 Lower guard 1 83 100009533 Flywheel 1 84 100007028 Cooling Fan 1 85 100007550 Pulley, Starter 1 86 100011459-0003 Flange Nut M14 × 1.
100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS Wiring Diagram 31
TROUBLESHOOTING 100559 - 3500W PORTABLE GENERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING Problem 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 hunts. 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. Place generator on a flat, level surface.
WARRANTY* CHAMPION POWER EQUIPMENT 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY 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), United States Environment Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) Emission Control System Warranty Your Champion Power Equipment (CPE) engine complies with U.S. EPA emission regulations. YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS: The US EPA AND CPE are pleased to explain the Federal Emission Control Systems Warranty on your 2018 small off-road engine (SORE) and engine powered equipment. New engines and equipment must be designed, built and equipped, at the time of sale, to meet U.S.
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 1997 and later model year small off-road engines (SORE). 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.