Champion 500560-UK User manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL #500560-UK
2800W RATED PORTABLE GENERATOR
REV 20220218
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.
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500560-UK - 2800W RATED PORTABLE GENERATOR TABLE OF CONTENTS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction................................................ 3
Safety Definitions ....................................... 3
Important Safety Instructions.................... 4
Fuel Safety ...................................................... 6
Safety Labels.................................................... 7
Safety Symbols.................................................. 8
Operation Symbols .............................................. 9
Quickstart Label Symbols......................................10
Controls and Features ...............................11
Generator .......................................................11
Control Panel ...................................................12
Parts Included ..................................................12
Intelligauge .....................................................13
Assembly ..................................................14
Unpacking ......................................................14
Remove Shipping Support Brackets...........................14
Add Engine Oil..................................................14
Add Fuel ........................................................15
Grounding ......................................................16
Operation...................................................16
Generator Location.............................................16
Surge Protection ...............................................17
Starting the Engine.............................................17
Connecting Electrical Loads ...................................18
Do Not Overload Generator ....................................18
Stopping the Engine............................................19
Operation at High Altitude .....................................19
Maintenance ............................................. 20
Changing the Engine Oil .......................................20
Cleaning and Adjusting the Spark Plug........................20
Cleaning the Air Filter ..........................................21
Cleaning the Spark Arrestor ...................................21
Adjusting the Governor.........................................21
Maintenance Schedule.........................................21
Storage ..................................................... 22
Short Term Storage (up to 30 days) ...........................22
Mid Term Storage (30 days – 1 year) .........................22
Long Term Storage (over 1 year) ..............................23
Transportation..................................................23
Removing from Storage........................................23
Specifications........................................... 24
Generator Specifications.......................................24
Engine Specifications ..........................................24
Oil Specifications...............................................24
Fuel Specifications .............................................24
Temperature Specifications....................................24
Figure A Parts Diagram .......................................25
Figure A Part List .............................................26
Figure E Parts Diagram .......................................27
Figure E Part List .............................................28
Figure F Parts Diagram ........................................29
Figure F Part List .............................................30
Figure G Parts Diagram .......................................31
Figure G Part List .............................................32
Figure H Parts Diagram .......................................33
Figure H Part List .............................................34
Figure B Engine Parts Diagram ................................35
Figure B Engine Parts List .....................................36
Figure C Engine Parts Diagram ................................37
Figure C Engine Parts List .....................................38
Figure D Engine Parts Diagram................................39
Figure D Engine Parts List .....................................40
Wiring Diagram.................................................41
Troubleshooting........................................ 42
WARRANTY*.............................................. 43
Warranty Qualifications ........................................43
Repair/Replacement Warranty.................................43
Do Not Return The Unit To The Place Of Purchase ...........43
Warranty Exclusions ...........................................43
Other Exclusions ...............................................43
Limits of Implied Warranty and Consequential Damage......43
Contact Information ............................................43

500560-UK - 2800W RATED PORTABLE GENERATOR INTRODUCTION
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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.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and
completeness of the information in this manual at the time
of publication, and we reserve the right to change, alter and/
or improve the product and this document at any time without
prior notice.
CPE highly values how our products are designed,
manufactured, operated, and serviced as well as providing
safety to the operator and those around the generator.
Therefore, it is IMPORTANT to review this product manual
and other product materials thoroughly and be fully aware
and knowledgeable of the assembly, operation, dangers
and maintenance of the product before use. Fully familiarize
yourself, and make sure others who plan on operating the
product fully familiarize themselves too, with the proper safety
and operation procedures before each use. Please always
exercise common sense and always err on the side of caution
when operating the product to ensure no accident, property
damage, or injury occurs. We want you to continue to use and
be satisfied with your CPE product for years to come.
When contacting CPE about parts and/or service, you will
need to supply the complete model and serial numbers of your
product. Transcribe the information found on your product’s
nameplate label to the table below
CPE TECHNICAL SUPPORT TEAM
MODEL NUMBER
500560-UK
SERIAL NUMBER
DATE OF PURCHASE
PURCHASE LOCATION
SAFETY DEFINITIONS
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to
possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations,
deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety
warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The
instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper
accident prevention measures.
ADANGER
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which,if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
AWARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
ACAUTION
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE indicates information considered important, but
not hazard-related (e.g., messages relating to property
damage).

500560-UK - 2800W RATED PORTABLE GENERATOR IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ADANGER
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 FROM
ANY WINDOW OR DOORS..
DO NOT operate the generator inside any building,
outbuilding including garages, basements, crawlspaces,
sheds, confined spaces vehicles and or enclosure of
vehicle(s)
DO NOT allow exhaust fumes to enter a confined area
through windows, doors, vents ,outbuilding or other
openings.
ADANGER
Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is a
poison you cannot see or smell.
NEVER use inside a home or garage,or any small or
confined spaces including sheds & vehicles EVEN IF doors
and windows are open.
ONLY use OUTSIDE and far away from windows, doors,
and vents.
Install battery-operated carbon monoxide alarms or plug-in
carbon monoxide alarms with battery back-up according to
the manufacturer’s instructions.
AWARNING
Although the generator contains a spark arrester, maintain
a minimum distance of 5 ft. (1.5 m) from dry vegetation and
any window or doorsto prevent fires.
AWARNING
Always maintain a minimum distance of 3ft (0.91m) around
generator to allow for adequate cooling. Do Not cover, box in
or enclose this generator otherwise it will overheat and risk
fire.
ADANGER
Operate equipment with guards in place.
Rotating parts can entangle hands, feet, hair, clothing and/
or accessories. Traumatic amputation or severe laceration
can result.
Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts and always
wear PPE.
Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.
DO NOT wear loose-fitting clothing, dangling drawstrings or
items that could become caught.
ADANGER
Generator produces powerful voltage.
DO NOT touch bare wires or sockets.
DO NOT use electrical cords that are worn, damaged or
frayed.Recommend use only Champion electrical cords for
proper application.
DO NOT operate generator in wet weather including rain or
snow.
DO NOT allow children or unqualified persons under the age
of 18 to operate or service the generator.
Use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) in damp areas
and areas containing conductive material such as metal
decking.
Connection to your home’s electrical system requires a
listed 100A transfer switch installed by a licensed electrician
and approved by the local authority having jurisdiction. The
connection must isolate the generator from the utility power
and must comply with all applicable laws and electrical
codes in the country of origin.
AWARNING
NEVER use generator for medical and life support uses.
In case of emergency, call emergency services immediately.
NEVER use this product to power life support devices or life
support appliances.
NEVER use this product to power medical devices or
medical appliances.
Inform your electricity provider immediately if you or anyone
in your household depends on electrical equipment to live.
Inform your electrical provider immediately if a loss of power
would cause you or anyone in your household to experience
a medical emergency.

500560-UK - 2800W RATED PORTABLE GENERATOR IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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AWARNING
Spark from removed spark plug wire can result in fire or
electrical shock.
When servicing the generator:
Remove spark plug lead and place it where it cannot contact
the plug or any other metal object.
DO NOT check for spark with the plug removed otherwise
electric shock could occur.
Use only approved spark plug testers.
AWARNING
Running engines produce heat. Severe burns can occur on
contact. Combustible material can catch fire on contact.
NEVER touch any hot surfaces like engine or exhaust
muffler.
Avoid contact with hot exhaust gases.
Allow equipment to cool for minimum 30mins before
touching.
Maintain at least 3 ft. (91.4 cm) of clearance on all sides to
ensure adequate cooling.
Maintain at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) of clearance from combustible
materials and windows and doors.DO NOT cover or enclose
otherwise you risk overheating and fire.
AWARNING
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.
When starting the engine, slowly pull cord until resistance
is felt (compression point. Gently release cord back and
use one strong rapid pull to start to avoid any kickback. If
engine does not start repeat the process.
DO NOT rigorously or aggressively pull the cord otherwise
you will damage cord or mechanism and void any warranty.
ACAUTION
Exceeding the generator’s running capacity can damage the
generator and/or electrical devices connected to it.
DO NOT overload the generator.
DO NOT tamper with the governed speed.
DO NOT modify the generator in any way.
DO NOT modify or install any exhaust muffler extension or
extraction.
ACAUTION
Start the generator and allow the engine to stabilize before
connecting electrical loads for at least 20-30mins.
With the circuit breaker in the ‘OFF’ position, and then turn
the circuit breaker to the ‘ON’ position.
Always turn electrical equipment off and unplug any
electrical cord before stopping the generator.
ACAUTION
Improper treatment or use of the generator can damage it,
shorten its life or void the warranty.
Use the generator only for intended uses.
Operate only on solid level surfaces and do not operate on
uneven ground.
DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, or
dirt/soil/mud.
DO NOT allow any material to block the cooling slots.
If connected devices overheat, turn them off and disconnect
them from the generator.
DO NOT use the generator if:
–Electrical output is lost.
–Equipment sparks, smokes or emits flames.
–Equipment vibrates excessively.