Champion 201066 - 5250/6500W Open Frame Inverter Generator

To sum up, the Champion 201066 is a portable inverter generator tailored for:

• RV travellers looking for even more independence
• People occasionally participating in sporting competitions, open-air performances and outdoor festivals
• Food van owners who know that just a short power outage could lose them hundreds of dollars
• Homeowners in need of an emergency backup power for their essentials
• Camping and tailgating buffs looking to enhance their experience
• Professionals in need of safely powering high-intensity work or lighting equipment

In the forthcoming sections, you'll delve into its power characteristics, the various outlets it offers, its overall portability, and the additional features it boasts.

Power & Run Time

The Champion 201066

Champion 201066 runs on gasoline, powered by a 301 cc OHV 4-stroke engine, delivering 120/240V, boasting a running wattage of 5,250W alongside a starting wattage of 6,500W.

With a noise rating of 69 dBA (less noisy than a normal conversation), the inverter generator's ignition is facilitated by a traditional recoil pull-start mechanism.

With its 4.3 gallons fuel tank, the 201066 can operate for up to 13.5 hours when fully fueled (with fuel usage averaging around 0.32 GPH).

The 201066 generates a clean sine wave with <3% 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 control panel features the following 6 AC outlets:

It also sports 1 DC outlet: there's a 12V 8A (cigarette lighter style) receptacle with which charging your batteries is made easy. With the unit, you will also find a dual port USB adapter, allowing for the convenient charging of electronics like mobile phones and tablets using the DC receptacle.

The inclusion of a TT-30R receptacle (TT for 'Travel Trailer') makes this Champion generator RV Ready, ideal for providing power to recreational vehicles. In addition, the 201066's twist-lock L14-30R receptacle makes it transfer switch ready, enabling hassle-free connection to your breaker box for powering your home during outages.

Portability

Measuring L26.6 x W25.5 x H24.6 in, the classic open frame build of the Champion 201066 delivers stability and easy maintenance access to components, facilitating air circulation. The design is ideal for rough environments and demanding outdoor use.

While technically classified as 'portable' due to its ability to be moved, the 123.2 lbs of this generator make manual lifting and transportation incredibly difficult. However, the lack of maneuverability can be offset with its set of wheels (⌀8") and its folding handle, which allows for convenient shifting once the generator is placed on the ground.

Features

The 201066's control panel

One of the many 201066's features is the digital Intelligauge data center, included in its control panel, which conveniently provides information on the frequency, power output, voltage and lifetime run hours and thus, helps you monitor its activity and status.

In addition to this info, the device's light indicator will illuminate to indicate if its oil levels are insufficient.

The inclusion of a built-in fuel gauge in the inverter generator streamlines gas level checks for quick and convenient assessments.

As far as security is concerned, the generator can be used with a peace of mind, as it features an automatic low oil shut-off and an overload protection (circuit breaker).

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.

Apart from the standard documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) to facilitate setup, the Champion 201066 features extra accessories: funnel, oil and dual port USB adapter.