Champion 201240 - 7750/10000W Open Frame Inverter Generator With Electric Start

To sum up, the Champion 201240 is a powerful portable inverter generator tailored for:

• Food truck owners who do not wish to see their business interrupted under any circumstances
• Homeowners who want to be sure of their ability to power their fridges, cooking tools, heating and lighting equipment during power failures
• Professionals in need of safely powering high-intensity work or lighting equipment
• RV travellers looking for even more independence

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 201240

Running on gasoline, the Champion 201240 utilizes a 459 cc OHV 4-stroke engine to deliver 120V, offering a running wattage of 7,750W and a starting wattage of 10,000W.

With a noise rating of 72 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a dishwasher), the inverter generator features a conventional pull-start mechanism, but also an easy-to-use and reliable electric starter (battery included). Champion’s EZ Start Dial lets you intuitively start the engine with easy access to all the controls you need.

Featuring a 7.45 gallons fuel tank, the 201240 provides continuous power for up to 12 hours on a full tank (fuel consumption around 0.62 GPH).

The 201240 ensures a clean sine wave output, boasting <3% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) to protect your sensitive electronics when connected to its AC outlets.

Outlets

The control panel provides the upcoming 6 AC outlets:

Moreover, it comes equipped with 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.

For RV owners with a 50-amp service, this Champion unit is RV-ready, boasting a 14-50R outlet. In addition, since it boasts a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the 201240 is engineered to be transfer switch ready, ensuring easy integration with your breaker box to provide backup power to your home during outages.

Portability

At L27.1 x W28 x H26.2 in, the standard open frame design of the Champion 201240 delivers stability alongside easy maintenance access to components and good air cooling. The device has been designed for tough environments and demanding outdoor use.

While technically classified as 'portable' due to its ability to be moved, the 172 lbs of this generator may make manual lifting and transportation somewhat difficult. However, the limited maneuverability is remedied with its set of wheels (⌀9.5") and its folding handle, facilitating convenient shifting once the generator is positioned on the ground.

Features

The 201240's control panel

Featuring a digital Intelligauge data center on its control panel, the 201240 offers you convenient access to essential information about the voltage, frequency, power output and lifetime run hours, facilitating effective monitoring of its activity and status.

In addition to this info, the device’s light indicator will display if the oil level is too low.

A built-in fuel gauge allows for a quick, easy and convenient check of the fuel level of the inverter generator.

Security-wise, this product benefits from an overload protection (circuit breaker) and an automatic low oil shut-off, which gives you a complete peace of mind when using it.

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.

Alongside the standard documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) for quick setup, the Champion 201240 is bundled with additional accessories: funnel, oil and dual port USB adapter.