Champion 46596 Owner's Manual Page 1

OWNER’S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS10006 Santa Fe Springs RoadSanta Fe Springs CA 90670USA / 1-877-338-0999www.championpowerequipment.com4000

7 REV 46596-20120801ENGLISH 46596CONTROLS AND FEATURESParts IncludedYour 46596 Gasoline Powered Generator ships with the following parts:Spark Arrest

REV 46596-20120801 846596 ENGLISHASSEMBLYYour generator requires some assembly. This unit ships from our factory without oil. It must be properly ser

9 REV 46596-20120801ENGLISH 46596ASSEMBLYAdd Fuel1. Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded fuel with a minimum octane rating of 85 and an ethanol conten

REV 46596-20120801 1046596 ENGLISHGenerator LocationPlease consult your local authority. In some areas, generators must be registered with the local

11 REV 46596-20120801ENGLISH 46596Connecting Electrical Loads1. Let the engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes after starting2. Plug in and

REV 46596-20120801 1246596 ENGLISHOPERATIONCarburetor Code Main Jet Part Number AltitudeP19-2-ZStandard ST168FD -2-1131000 -17Z6000 Feet(1800 Meters)

13 REV 46596-20120801ENGLISH 46596The owner/operator is responsible for all periodic maintenance.Complete all scheduled maintenance in a timely manne

REV 46596-20120801 1446596 ENGLISHMAINTENANCE AND STORAGEAdjustmentsThe air-fuel mixture is not adjustable. Tampering with the governor can damage yo

15 REV 46596-20120801ENGLISH 46596MAINTENANCE AND STORAGEGenerator MaintenanceMake certain that the generator is kept clean and stored properly. Only

REV 46596-20120801 1646596 ENGLISHEngine Specifications – Model ... 66534 – Displacement ... 196cc – Type

*We are always working to improve our products. Therefore, the enclosed product may differ slightly from the image on the cover.Have questions or need

17 REV 46596-20120801ENGLISH 46596SPECIFICATIONSParts Diagram123456789101112131415161718192021 222324162526272829303132331628343536373839404142434445

REV 46596-20120801 1846596 ENGLISHParts List# Part Number Description Qty1168FD-2-GC Engine 12ST02FD-02100011 Plug-B 13ST02FD-02100012 Plug-A14504.19

19 REV 46596-20120801ENGLISH 46596SPECIFICATIONSEngine Parts Diagram123459678111213141516179181921,22232425926272829303133342435363719384748495056575

REV 46596-20120801 2046596 ENGLISH# Part Number Description Qty1GB5789--86-FB6-8 Flange bolt 6*8 52ST160F- -1061200 Recoil starter knob 13ST160F- -10

21 REV 46596-20120801ENGLISH 46596Wiring DiagramSPECIFICATIONS

REV 46596-20120801 2246596 ENGLISHTROUBLESHOOTINGFor further technical support:Technical ServiceMon – Fri 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (PST/PDT)Toll Free: 1-877

23 REV 46596-20120801ENGLISH 46596WARRANTYWARRANTYCHAMPION POWER EQUIPMENT2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTYWarranty QualificationsChampion Power Equipment (CPE)

Champion Power Equipment, Inc. (CPE), and the United States Environment Protection Agency (U.S. EPA.) Emission Control System Warranty Your Champi

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY The following are specific provisions relative to your Emission Control System Warranty Coverage. 1. APPLICABILIT

EMISSION-RELATED PARTS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: (using those portions of the list applicable to the engine) Systems covered by this warranty Parts Des

46596Recoil StartPORTABLE GENERATOR4000 Starting Watts / 3500 Rated WattsTABLE OF CONTENTSIntroduction ... 1Introduction ...

1 REV 46596-20120801ENGLISH 46596IntroductionCongratulations on your purchase of a Champion Power Equipment generator. CPE designs and builds generat

REV 46596-20120801 246596 ENGLISHMANUAL CONVENTIONSThis manual uses the following symbols to help differentiate between different kinds of informatio

3 REV 46596-20120801ENGLISH 46596SAFETY RULESGenerator exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, poison gas. Breathing carbon monoxide

REV 46596-20120801 446596 ENGLISHSAFETY RULESImproper treatment or use of the generator can damage it, shorten its life and void your warranty.Use th

5 REV 46596-20120801ENGLISH 46596Read this owner’s manual before operating your generator. Familiarize yourself with the location and function of the

REV 46596-20120801 646596 ENGLISHPower PanelCONTROLS AND FEATURES(1) Engine Switch – Used to start or stop the generator. (2) Circuit Breakers – Pr