OWNER’S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1500 Peak Watts / 1200 Running Watts PORTABLE GENERATOR MODEL NUMBER 42451 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Important Safety Instructions are included in this manual. MADE IN CHINA REV 42451-20120710 10006 Santa Fe Springs Road Santa Fe Springs CA 90670 USA / 1-877-338-0999 www.championpowerequipment.
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42451 1500 Peak Watts / 1200 Running Watts PORTABLE GENERATOR Table of Contents Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Portable Power Generator. . . . . . . . . . . Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . This Booklet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manual Conventions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety Rules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ENGLISH 42451 Introduction Introduction Accessories 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. 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 website at: www.championpowerequipment.
42451 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 42451 Safety Rules WARNING Read this manual thoroughly before operating your generator. Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death. WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. DANGER Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, poison gas. Breathing carbon monoxide will cause nausea, dizziness, fainting or death.
42451 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 42451 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 2 3 4 5 8 6 5 7 (1) Fuel Tank – 1.45 gallon (5.5 L) capacity fuel tank. (5) Recoil Starter – Used to start the engine (2) Choke – Used to start the engine. (6) (3) Fuel Valve – Turn this valve to the “On” position to supply fuel to the engine.
42451 ENGLISH Controls and Features Power Panel 1 2 3 4 5 (1) Engine Switch – Flip the switch to the “On” position and pull the recoil starter to start the generator. Turn to the “Off” position to turn off the generator. (4) 120V / 15A Outlet (NEMA 5-15R) – Protected by a 10 Amp circuit breaker. This receptacle powers 120 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single phase loads requiring up to 10 Amps or 1200 Watts of power. (2) Circuit Breaker – Protects the generator against electrical overload.
ENGLISH 42451 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 Spark Arrester 1. Insert the spark arrester screen into the muffler outlet. 2.
42451 ENGLISH Add Engine Oil Cont’d. 3. Add 0.42 qt (0.4 L) of oil and replace oil fill cap/ dipstick. See “Specifications” page in the manual for oil recommendations based on operating conditions. 4. Check engine oil level daily and add as needed. Assembly Add Fuel Cont’d. 6. Screw on the fuel cap and wipe away any spilled fuel. CAUTION Use regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 85.
ENGLISH 42451 Operation Generator Location Starting the Engine 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. This generator must have at least five feet of clearance from combustible material. Leave at least three feet of clearance on all sides of the generator to allow for adequate cooling, maintenance and servicing.
42451 ENGLISH Operation Stopping the Engine Do Not Overload Generator 1. Turn off and unplug all electrical loads. Never start or stop the generator with electrical devices plugged in or turned on. 2. Let the generator run at no-load for several minutes to stabilize internal temperatures of the engine and generator. 3. Press the ignition switch to the “OFF” position. 4. Turn the Fuel Valve to the “OFF” position.
ENGLISH 42451 MAINTENANCE ANd STORAGE The owner/operator is responsible for all periodic maintenance . WARNING Never operate a damaged or defective generator . WARNING Spark Plugs 1 . Remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug . 2 . Use the spark plug tool that shipped with your generator to remove the plug . 3 . Inspect the electrode on the plug . It must be clean and not worn to produce the spark required for ignition . 4 . Make certain the spark plug gap is 0 .7 - 0 .8 mm or (0 .028 - 0 .
42451 ENGLISH Maintenance and Storage Spark Arrester Cont’d. Generator Maintenance 5. Replace the spark arrester if it is damaged. 6. Position the spark arrester in the muffler and attach the cover plate with the two screws. 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 vapours.
ENGLISH 42451 Specifications Engine Specifications –– –– –– –– Model. . . . . . . Displacement. . Type . . . . . . . . Start Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62422 . . . . . . 80cc 4-Stroke OHV . . . . .
42451 ENGLISH Specifications Wiring Diagram REV 42451-20120710 14
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42451 ENGLISH # Part Number Description Qty # Part Number Description 1 152FD-2-A1 Engine 1 35 ST02FD-02100004 Generator End Cover 2 ST154FD-1100100 Muffler Gasket 1 36 GB16674 M5×12 Flange Bolt M5×12 1 2 3 ST154FD-1110000 Muffler Assembly 1 GB97.1 8 Washer Φ8 37 ST02FD-02100013-14CSA 1 5 GB93 8 Lock Washer Φ8 38 GB6177 M6 Nut M6 6 GB6175 M8 Nut M8 39 GB862 6 Lock Washer Φ6 7 ST188FD-1180121 Spark Arrester 8 ST188FD-1100010-88 Plate,Spark Arrester 9 GB9074.
Specifications Engine Parts Diagram 17 REV 42451-20120710 ENGLISH 42451
42451 ENGLISH # 1 2 Part Number ST154F-1061005 ST154F-1061007 Description Rope Handle Rope Qty # Part Number Description 1 52 ST154F-1110003 Carburetor Spring Qty 1 1 53 GB6177-86 Nut M6 2 GB5789 M8x55 Screw M8x55 4 3 GB5789 M6x12 Screw M6x12 5 54 4 ST154F-1061100 Starter Case 1 55 ST154F-1040007 Valve Lifter 2 5 ST154F-1061004 Spiral Spring 1 56 ST154F-1040005 Push Rod 2 6 ST154F-1061001 Drum Sheave 1 57 GB5787-86 Connecting Rod Screw M6x28 2 7 ST154F-10
ENGLISH 42451 Troubleshooting 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 Place generator on a flat, level surface Choke in the wrong position Adjust choke.
42451 ENGLISH Warranty WARRANTY CHAMPION POWER EQUIPMENT 2 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), Emission Control System Warranty Your Champion Power Equipment (CPE) engine complies with Environment Canada (EC) emission regulations. YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS: CPE is pleased to explain the Emission Control Systems Warranty on your 2012 small off-road engine. New engines must be designed, built and equipped, at the time of sale, to meet EC regulations for small non-road engines.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY The following are specific provisions relative to your Emission Control System Warranty Coverage. Emission Control System Warranty (ECS Warranty): 1. APPLICABILITY: 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 Air Induction System Ignition System Exhaust System Miscellaneous Parts Parts Description Fuel regulator, Carburetor and internal parts Air cleaner, Intake manifold Spark plug and parts, Magneto ignition system Exhaust manifold, catalytic converter Tubing, Fittings, Seals, Gaskets, and Clamps associated with these listed systems.
