Champion 201239 - 5500/7250W Open Frame Inverter Generator

In a few words, the Champion 201239 is a portable inverter generator perfectly suited for:

• RV travellers wishing to enhance their freedom and nomad lifestyle
• People occasionally participating in outdoor fairs, festivals or events
• Food van owners who know that just a short power outage could lose them hundreds of dollars
• Homeowners who want to be sure of their ability to power their fridges, cooking tools, heating and lighting equipment during power failures
• Tailgating and campground aficionados with the desire of enjoying power anywhere they go
• Professionals in need of safely powering high-intensity work or lighting equipment

In the upcoming sections, you'll discover its power characteristics, the array of outlets it presents, its overall portability, and the additional features it possesses.

Power & Run Time

The Champion 201239

The Champion 201239 is powered by a 302 cc OHV 4-stroke engine. It delivers 120/240V, runs on gasoline and offers a running wattage of 5,500W as well as a peak wattage of 7,250W.

Rated for 69 dBA (less noisy than a normal conversation), the inverter generator's starting mechanism relies on a conventional pull-start mechanism. Champion’s EZ Start Dial lets you intuitively start the engine with easy access to all the controls you need.

The 201239 boasts a fuel tank capable of holding 4.71 gallons, allowing it to run continuously for up to 15 hours (with fuel usage averaging around 0.31 gallons per hour).

Sensitive electronics can be safely plugged in the AC outlets, as the 201239 produces a clean sine wave, with a <3% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD).

Outlets

The control panel features the following 6 AC outlets:

Furthermore, it showcases 1 DC outlet: there's a 12V 8A (cigarette lighter style) receptacle providing easy battery charging capabilities. The unit also includes a dual port USB adapter, providing the capability to conveniently charge electronics like mobile phones and tablets using the DC receptacle.

With its TT-30R receptacle (TT as in 'Travel Trailer'), this Champion generator is RV Ready. In addition, as it features a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the 201239 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

At L26.2 x W24.9 x H21.8 in, the traditional open frame structure of the Champion 201239 ensures stability while facilitating convenient maintenance access to components and promoting air cooling. The device has been designed for tough environments and demanding outdoor use.

Since the generator weighs 111.6 lbs, it will be incredibly difficult to manually lift it and transport it, even though it is technically considered to 'be portable' (in the sense that it is movable). Nevertheless, thanks to its set of wheels (⌀8") and its folding handle (a decent solution to its lack of maneuverability), the generator can be easily moved, once placed the ground.

Features

The 201239's control panel

To help you monitor the 201239's status and activity, its control panel is equipped with a digital Intelligauge data center, giving you information on the lifetime run hours, power output, voltage and frequency.

With its built-in fuel gauge, the inverter generator provides quick and convenient gas level checks.

From a security point of view, the generator is equipped with an overload protection (circuit breaker) and an automatic low oil shut-off, giving you a peace of mind during use.

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 201239 features extra accessories: funnel, dual port USB adapter and oil.