Champion 100554 - User Manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL #100554
3500W WIRELESS START GENERATOR
Made in China - REV 20190910 Champion Power Equipment, Inc., Santa Fe Springs, CA USA
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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.
Specifications, descriptions and illustrations in this manual are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice.
This product is rated in accordance with PGMA (Portable Generator Manufacturers’ Association) standard ANSI/PGMA G300 (Safety and Performance of
Portable Generators).
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Summary

Critical Safety Precautions and Warnings

Carbon Monoxide Dangers and Ventilation

Operate outdoors, away from openings, due to poisonous CO gas.

Hazards of Rotating Parts and Entanglement

Keep clear of moving parts; tie hair, remove jewelry, avoid loose clothing.

Electrical Shock and Voltage Hazards

Avoid wet conditions, bare wires, damaged cords; use GFCI and transfer switch.

Medical Device and Life Support Use Restrictions

Do not use for life support devices; notify electricity provider of needs.

More Critical Safety Precautions

Safety Procedures for Spark Plug Service

Hot Surfaces, Exhaust, and Fire Prevention

Avoid touching hot surfaces/exhaust; maintain clearance from combustibles.

Safe Starter Cord Operation

Pull starter cord slowly to avoid kickback; don't start/stop with loads connected.

Generator Overload and Tampering Warnings

Do not overload, tamper with governed speed, or modify the generator.

Safe Fuel Handling and Storage

Safe Fuel Handling and Storage

Gasoline is flammable/explosive; handle in well-ventilated areas away from ignition sources.

Precautions for Gasoline Handling and Filling

Do not smoke while fueling; allow cooling before opening cap; use approved containers.

Generator Storage Safety Guidelines

Identification of Safety Labels

Carbon Monoxide Danger Label Interpretation

Warns about carbon monoxide danger when operating indoors.

Safety Symbols Label Overview

Hot Surface Warning Label Details

Warns that exhaust and engine parts are hot and can cause burns.

Interpreting General Safety Symbols

Importance of Reading Operators Manual

Required Clearance for Operation and Cooling

Keep objects at least 5 ft away due to heat from muffler/exhaust.

Grounding Requirements for Safety

Consult electrician for grounding requirements to prevent electric shock.

Preventing Electric Shock Hazards

Use dry conditions; improper connections can cause electrocution hazard.

More Safety Symbol Interpretations

Preventing Fire and Explosion Risks

Fuel/vapors are flammable; keep generator 5 ft from objects to prevent combustion.

Avoiding Hot Surface Burns

Avoid contact with hot surfaces to reduce injury or damage risk.

Open Flame and Ignition Source Warnings

Keep fuel away from ignition sources due to flammability.

Wet Conditions and Electrical Shock Risks

Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations due to shock risk.

Quick Start Guide and Initial Setup

Initial Engine Starting Procedure

Step-by-step guide for starting the engine using recoil starter.

Engine Shutdown Procedure

Wireless Remote Control System Operation

Using the Wireless Remote Control

Explains how to enable and use remote start/stop functions.

Generator Assembly Instructions

Removing Shipping Support Brackets

Instructs on removing brackets to prevent damage and voiding warranty.

Installing the Generator Wheel Kit

Further Assembly Steps

Connecting the Generator Battery

Adding Engine Oil: Type and Quantity

Instructions for adding the correct type and amount of engine oil.

Fueling and Break-in Procedures

Adding Fuel: Gasoline Type and Filling

Details on using the correct unleaded gasoline and filling the tank.

Generator Break-in Period Guidelines

Generator Operation Procedures

Essential Grounding Procedures

Explains the importance of proper grounding to prevent electric shock.

Safe Generator Operating Locations

Specifies safe operating locations and clearance requirements.

More Operation Guidance

Optimizing Generator Placement for Cooling

Further details on placing the generator for cooling and ventilation.

Manual Engine Start Procedure

Wireless Remote Engine Start

Instructions for starting the generator using the wireless remote.

Engine Starting Methods

Detailed Wireless Remote Start Steps

Electric Engine Start Procedure

Manual Engine Start with Recoil

Operation Details and Load Management

Choke Lever Usage for Engine Starting

Connecting Electrical Loads Safely

Advanced Operation Warnings and Controls

Warning: Home Electrical System Connections

Warns against connecting directly to home utility lines without proper isolation.

Avoiding Generator Overload

Guide to calculating wattage and managing loads to avoid overloading.

Stopping the Generator Remotely

Generator Maintenance and Servicing

General Generator Maintenance Best Practices

Engine Oil Change Procedure

Detailed steps for draining and refilling engine oil.

Spark Plug Cleaning and Adjustment

Component Maintenance Procedures

Air Filter Cleaning and Maintenance

Governor Adjustment Warning

Battery Disconnection and Charging

Battery Disconnection and Charging

Generator Storage Procedures

Scheduled Generator Maintenance Intervals

Short-Term Generator Storage (Up to 30 Days)

Mid-Term Generator Storage (30 Days to 1 Year)

Generator Technical Specifications

Generator Model Specifications

Engine Technical Specifications

Fuel Type and Capacity Specifications

More Technical Specifications

Engine Oil Specifications

Details the recommended engine oil type and capacity.

Generator Troubleshooting Guide

Troubleshooting: Generator Will Not Start

Lists causes and solutions for the generator failing to start.

Troubleshooting: Generator Runs Roughly

Troubleshooting: Wireless;Electric Start Failures

Troubleshooting: Generator Shuts Down or Overheats

Troubleshooting for unexpected shutdowns or overheating problems.

Advanced Troubleshooting Scenarios

Troubleshooting: No AC Output or Engine Hunting

Solutions for lack of AC output or unstable engine speed (hunting).

Troubleshooting: Repeated Circuit Breaker Tripping

Champion 100554 Specifications

General

Generator Type	Portable
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Engine Displacement	79 cc
Weight	39 lbs
Engine Type	4-stroke OHV
Starting System	Recoil
AC Output	120V