Champion 100387 Operator's Manual

3100 starting watts / 2800 running watts portable inverter generator
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
4010077
3100 Starting Watts / 2800 Running Watts
PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR
MODEL NUMBER
100387
12039 Smith Ave.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Important safety instructions
USA / 1-877-338-0999
MADE IN CHINA
are included in this manual.
REV 100387-20170112
www.championpowerequipment.com

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  • Page 1 3100 Starting Watts / 2800 Running Watts PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR MODEL NUMBER 100387 12039 Smith Ave. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 Important safety instructions USA / 1-877-338-0999 MADE IN CHINA are included in this manual. REV 100387-20170112 www.championpowerequipment.com...
  • Page 2 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, it may be operated at temperatures ranging from -15°C (5°F) to 50°C (122°F) for short periods.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    100387 3100 Starting Watts / 2800 Running Watts PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR TABLE Of CONTENTS Introduction Storage ......
  • Page 4: Introduction

    ENGLISH 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.
  • Page 5: Manual Conventions

    100387 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.
  • Page 6: Safety Rules

    100387 ENGLISH SAfETy RULES WARNING DANGER Generator produces powerful voltage. Read this manual thoroughly before operating your generator. Failure to follow instructions could result DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles. in serious injury or death. DO NOT use electrical cords that are worn, damaged or frayed.
  • Page 7 100387 ENGLISH SAfETy RULES DANGER WARNING Fuel and fuel vapours are highly flammable and Rapid retraction of the starter cord will pull hand and extremely explosive. arm towards the engine faster than you can let go. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
  • Page 8: Safety Label Locations

    SAfETy RULES Safety Label Locations 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 Champion Power Equipment’s customer service department for possible replacement. DANGER...
  • Page 9: Controls And Features

    100387 ENGLISH 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 Fuel Cap – Remove to add fuel. Muffler Recoil Starter –...
  • Page 10: Power Panel

    100387 ENGLISH CONTROLS AND fEATURES Power Panel Fuel Valve Knob (10) Output Light – Remains ON during normal operating conditions. Shuts OFF when generator is Choke overloaded. Economy Control Switch (11) Overload Indicator Light – This light turns ON Ground Terminal – Consult an electrician for local when the generator is overloaded and will cut grounding regulations.
  • Page 11: Power Panel Symbols

    Fuel Valve Off Direct Current Parts Included Your 100387 portable inverter ships with the following parts: – Oil Funnel ......
  • Page 12: Assembly

    100387 ENGLISH ASSEMBLy Add Engine Oil Cont’d. Your generator requires some assembly. This unit ships from our factory without oil and fuel. 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.
  • Page 13: Add Fuel

    100387 ENGLISH ASSEMBLy Add Engine Oil Cont’d. Add fuel Cont’d. WARNING NOTE Weather will affect engine oil and engine Pouring fuel too fast through the fuel screen may performance. Change the type of engine oil used result in blow back of fuel at the operator while filling.
  • Page 14: Operation

    100387 ENGLISH OPERATION Generator Location Grounding NEVER operate the generator inside any building, The generator system ground connects the frame to the including garages, basements, crawlspaces and sheds, ground terminals on the power panel. enclosures or compartments, including the generator –...
  • Page 15: Economy Control Switch

    100387 ENGLISH OPERATION Connecting Electrical Loads Starting the Engine Cont’d. 1. Let the engine stabilize and warm up for a few 6. Pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt and minutes after starting. then pull rapidly. 2. Plug in and turn on the desired 120 Volt AC single 7.
  • Page 16: 12V Dc Outlet

    100387 ENGLISH OPERATION 12V DC Outlet 12V DC Outlet - Battery Charging Cont’d. The 12V DC outlet can be used with the supplied CAUTION charge cable and USB charger and other commercially available 12V DC automotive style plugs. The DC output Do not start the vehicle while the battery charging is unregulated and can damage some products.
  • Page 17: Power Management

    83.131017.01.Y Parallel Operation P20-2-Y Altitude 83.131017.01.01.Y The Champion model 100387 is parallel ready and can be operated in parallel with another Champion unit to WARNING increase the total available electrical power. A Champion model 100333 parallel kit (optional equipment) is Operation using the alternative main jet at required for parallel operation.
  • Page 18: Maintenance And Storage

    100387 ENGLISH MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE The owner/operator is responsible for all periodic Oil Cont’d. maintenance. NOTE WARNING Once oil has been added, a visual check should show Never operate a damaged or defective generator. oil about 1-2 threads from running out of the fill hole.
  • Page 19: Spark Arrester

    Contact our helpline at 1-877-338-0999 to locate the 3. Remove the spark arrester screen. nearest Champion Power Equipment certified service 4. Carefully remove the carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen with a wire brush. dealer for your generator or engine maintenance needs.
  • Page 20: Generator Maintenance

    100387 ENGLISH MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Generator Maintenance Short Term Storage Cont’d. Make certain that the generator is kept clean and stored 1. Be sure all appliances are disconnected from the properly. Only operate the unit on a flat, level surface in generator.
  • Page 21: Removing From Storage

    100387 ENGLISH MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Long Term Storage Cont’d. Removing from Storage Cont’d. c. Use the drain bolt on the carburetor to completely NOTE empty gasoline from the fuel tank and carburetor Our engines work well with 10% or less ethanol into an appropriate container.
  • Page 22: Specifications

    ....6.1 L (1.6 gal.) Your Champion Power Equipment product is designed – Gross Weight ....
  • Page 23: Wiring Diagram

    100387 ENGLISH SPECIfICATIONS Wiring Diagram...
  • Page 24: Parts Diagram

    100387 ENGLISH SPECIfICATIONS Parts Diagram...
  • Page 25: Parts List

    100387 ENGLISH Parts List Part Number Description Part Number Description Screw/Washer Assembly, 2.03.001 Bushing, Ø13.3 x Ø19.3 x 2 1.9074.4.0516.1 M5 x 16, Black 2.03.002 Washer, Ø13 x Ø20 x 2.5 2.08.052.1 Bolt, M6 x 16 2.08.002 Bolt, M8 x 28 83.200200.01.2...
  • Page 26 100387 ENGLISH Part Number Description 110 1.823.0408.1 Screw, M4 x 8, Black 111 100387.21 Control Panel Assembly 112 83.130200.01 Pull Choke Assembly 113 83.070001.01 Knob, Fuel Valve Screw/Washer Assembly 114 1.9074.4.0414.1 M4 x 14, Black 115 5.1110.005 Receptacle, DC 12V 116 83.210001.00.3...
  • Page 27 100387 ENGLISH PAGE INTENTIONALLy LEfT BLANK...
  • Page 28: Engine Parts Diagram

    100387 ENGLISH SPECIfICATIONS Engine Parts Diagram...
  • Page 29: Engine Parts List

    100387 ENGLISH Part Number Description Part Number Description 1.5789.0835 Flange Bolt M8 x 35 83.040017.01 Oil Seal, Valve 83.040004.01 Guide Plate, Push Rod 2.11.014 Oil Seal 1.5789.0865 Flange Bolt M8 x 65 83.030007.01 Cover, Crankcase 1.5789.0845 Flange Bolt M8 x 45 83.127000.01...
  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    100387 ENGLISH TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution No fuel Add fuel Generator will not start Faulty spark plug Replace spark plug Unit loaded during start up Remove load from unit Fill crankcase to the proper level Low oil level Place generator on a flat, level surface Generator will not start;...
  • Page 31: Other Exclusions

    Warranty Registration Card and a copy of your sales – Problems caused by parts that are not original Champion Power receipt from one of CPE’s retail locations as proof of purchase. Equipment parts.

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