Champion 100891 - 7500/9375W Dual Fuel Generator With Electric Start

In summary, the Champion 100891 is a portable generator especially useful for:

• Food truck owners who want to ensure that their business is fully self-contained and does not rely on potentially unreliable external power
• Homeowners in need of an emergency backup power for their essentials
• Professionals who want to ensure that a power failure will not prevent them from working

In the sections ahead, the power characteristics, availability of various outlets, the portability, and any additional features of the device shall be discussed.

Power & Run Time

The Champion 100891

Featuring dual-fuel technology, the Champion 100891 provides 120/240V, as well as versatility and power. Running on gasoline, it delivers a running wattage of 7,500W and a peak wattage of 9,375W. Alternatively, when fueled by propane, it offers 6,750 running watts and 8,400 peak watts.

Enjoying a noise rating of 74 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a vacuum cleaner), this generator can be started thanks to a traditional recoil pull-start mechanism, but also to a straightforward and intuitive electric starter (battery included).

Regarding its running time, the 100891, with a 7.7 gallons fuel capacity, can operate for around 10 hours at 50% load with a full tank of gasoline (fuel consumption around 0.77 GPH). When using propane, it can run for around 5.5 hours (on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 0.85 GPH).

The powering of sensitive electronic devices with the 100891 is not recommended due to its high THD (<20%).

Outlets

The control panel provides the upcoming 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, as it features a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the 100891 is transfer switch ready: in case of a power outage, you will be easily able to connect it to a breaker box and power your household.

Portability

With its L28.8 x W27.7 x H26.1 in dimensions, the open frame structure of the Champion 100891 guarantees stability, simplified maintenance access to components, and better air cooling than enclosed units. The featured design is ideal for the outdoors and all tough environments.

Despite its weight of 207 lbs, the generator is still considered 'portable,' meaning it is movable, although its heftiness may restrict portability in certain environments or require additional considerations for transportation and setup. However, the limited maneuverability is remedied with its wheel kit (⌀9.5") and its folding handle, facilitating convenient shifting once the generator is positioned on the ground.

Features

The 100891's control panel

Monitoring of the 100891's status and activity is made possible by a digital Intelligauge data center, which provides information on the frequency, lifetime run hours, voltage and power output and is one of the features of its control panel.

Featuring a built-in fuel gauge, the generator offers quick, convenient, and easy gas level checks at a glance.

In terms of security, the generator features an automatic low oil shut-off and an overload protection (circuit breaker), ensuring peace of mind during its use. Champion's built-in surge protector (Volt Guard™) safeguards your equipment and appliances against voltage spikes.

Apart from the standard documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) to facilitate setup, the Champion 100891 features extra accessories: oil, funnel and propane hose.