Champion 100430 - 6500/8250W Portable Generator With Electric Start

In short, the Champion PRO 100430 is a portable generator adequately designed for:

• Food truck owners who do not wish to see their business interrupted under any circumstances
• Homeowners who want to be able to use the most necessary devices in their household, even during a blackout
• Professionals who want to ensure that a power failure will not prevent them from working

The subsequent sections will explore in detail its power characteristics, the diverse outlets it provides, its overall portability, and the supplementary features it offers.

Power & Run Time

The Champion 100430

With a 389 cc OHV 4-stroke engine, the Champion PRO 100430 operates on gasoline, providing 120/240V, with a running wattage of 6,500W and a starting wattage of 8,250W.

Operating with a noise rating of 74 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a dishwasher), this generator offers two starting options: a standard recoil pull-rope starting mechanism and a simple and elegant electric starter (battery included).

The 100430's fuel tank, boasting 8.5 gallons, allows it to operate for around 12.5 hours at 50% load with a full tank (with an estimated fuel consumption of 0.68 GPH).

The 100430 generates a clean sine wave with <5% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), ensuring minimal electrical noise and fluctuations. This feature makes it ideal for powering sensitive electronics, providing stable and reliable AC power through the outlets.

Outlets

The full GFCI control panel features the following 6 AC outlets:

While this Champion generator is not RV Ready, its L5-30R receptacle can be used for a simple RV connection with an L5-30P to TT-30R adaptor. Besides, with its twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the 100430 is designed to be transfer switch ready, allowing easy connection to your breaker box for powering your home during a blackout.

Portability

Measuring L32.4 x W27.8 x H31.5 in, the Champion PRO 100430 showcases a classic open frame layout, guaranteeing stability and simple maintenance access to components, while facilitating air circulation. The device has been designed for tough environments and demanding outdoor use.

Though weighing 220 lbs, the generator remains classified as 'portable,' indicating its capability to be moved, though its weight could pose transport challenges. Still, once it is on the ground, its wheel kit (⌀9.5") and its folding handle can easily solve the issue of low mobility and allow for easy relocation of the device.

In addition, the device is equipped with a lift hook on the top of its frame, which provides extra safety during the loading, unloading and transport of the generator.

Features

The 100430's control panel

Designed with a digital Intelligauge data center, the control panel of the 100430 grants you access to crucial data on the lifetime run hours, frequency, power output and voltage, ensuring practical monitoring of its status and activity.

The generator includes a built-in fuel gauge, a quick, easy and convenient method of checking the device’s gas level.

As for its security measures, the device features an overload protection (circuit breaker) and an automatic low oil shut-off, letting you use it with a peace of mind. Champion's built-in surge protector (Volt Guard™) safeguards your equipment and appliances against voltage spikes.

The unit also benefits from the CO Shield™ technology, which monitors accumulation of poisonous carbon monoxide (CO) gas produced by the engine's exhaust when the generator is running. If CO Shield™ detects elevated levels of CO gas, it automatically shuts off the engine and illuminates a red LED.

Besides the classic documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) to get you promptly started, the Champion 100430 also comes with some accessories: funnel and oil are included.