Champion 201279 - 4250/5300W Dual Fuel Generator

To sum up, the Champion 201279 is a portable generator tailored for:

• RV travellers wishing to enhance their freedom and nomad lifestyle
• People occasionally participating in sporting competitions, open-air performances and outdoor festivals
• Homeowners who want to be sure of their ability to power their fridges, cooking tools, heating and lighting equipment during power failures

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 201279

Thanks to its dual-fuel technology, the Champion 201279 provides a 120V output and offers both versatility and power. When utilizing gasoline, it delivers a running wattage of 4,250W and a starting wattage of 5,300W. Alternatively, when operating on propane, it provides 3,825 running watts and 4,780 starting watts.

With a noise rating of 68 dBA (less noisy than an office), the generator's starting mechanism is centered around a traditional recoil pull-start mechanism.

In terms of running time, the 201279, equipped with a 4.7 gallons fuel tank, is capable of running continuously for around 14 hours at 50% load on a full gasoline tank (with fuel consumption estimated at around 0.34 gallons per hour). When utilizing propane, it provides around 10.5 hours (on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 0.45 GPH) of operation.

Due to the high THD (<20%) of the 201279, it is advised against using it for powering sensitive electronic devices.

Outlets

The control panel features the upcoming 4 AC outlets:

With its TT-30R receptacle (TT as in 'Travel Trailer'), this Champion generator is RV Ready.

Portability

At L24.8 x W24.8 x H22.4 in, the traditional open frame structure of the Champion 201279 ensures stability while facilitating convenient maintenance access to components and promoting air cooling. The generator is designed for ideal use outdoors and in rough environments.

Even at 113.5 lbs, the generator is categorized as 'portable,' suggesting its movability, although its weight may impede its portability. However, the lack of maneuverability can be offset with its wheel kit (⌀8") and its folding handle, which allows for convenient shifting once the generator is placed on the ground.

Features

The 201279's control panel

The 201279's status and activity may be monitored conveniently via the control panel, as it features an Intelligauge meter, which displays voltage, frequency and lifetime hours.

The built-in fuel gauge of the generator ensures simple and quick gas level assessments.

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

With the basic documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab), letting you start the generator quickly, the Champion 201279 also comes with several accessories, including: oil, propane hose and funnel.