Champion 201417 - 9000/11000W Dual Fuel Inverter Generator With Electric Start

In short, the Champion 201417 is a powerful portable inverter generator adequately designed for:

• Prudent homeowners who want a full backup power source in case of a power outage
• Professionals who want to ensure that a power failure will not prevent them from working
• Homeowners who want to be sure of their ability to power their fridges, cooking tools, heating and lighting equipment during power failures
• 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 201417

With its dual-fuel technology, the powerful and versatile Champion 201417 provides an output of 120/240V. While gasoline-powered, it gives a running wattage of 9,000W along with a peak wattage of 11,000W. While propane-powered, it provides 8,100 rated watts and 11,000 starting watts.

Enjoying a noise rating of 64 dBA (just slightly more noisy than an office), this inverter generator offers the versatility of starting with either a simple traditional pull-start mechanism or a user-friendly and efficient electric starter (battery included).

In terms of run time, the 201417, boasting a 6.08 gallons fuel tank, can run for up to 15 hours on a full tank of gasoline (with fuel consumption averaging 0.41 gallons per hour). Additionally, it provides up to 8 hours (on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 0.59 GPH) of operation with propane.

With a <3% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), the 201417 delivers a clean sine wave, essential for safeguarding your delicate electronics when plugged into its AC outlets.

Outlets

The control panel provides the upcoming 6 AC outlets:

Additionally, it features 1 DC outlet: there's a 12V 8A (cigarette lighter style) receptacle enabling simple battery charging for added ease.

If your RV requires a 50-amp service, consider this Champion unit RV-ready, as it includes a 14-50R outlet. In addition, because the 201417 is equipped with a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, it is transfer switch ready: it can power your home during a power outage, as it can be easily connected to your breaker box to power your household.

Portability

With its enclosed inverter generator design (L28.3 x W28.8 x H27.5 in), the Champion 201417 offers superior aesthetics and operates with minimized noise levels, distinguishing itself from standard, open frame generators. The design follows the contemporary trends and is perfect for recreationally generating power.

Even at 205.1 lbs, the generator is categorized as 'portable,' suggesting its movability, although its weight may impede its portability. Nevertheless, it can still be moved quite conveniently with the help of its set of wheels (⌀8") and its folding handle, once it is placed on the ground.

Features

The 201417's control panel

The 201417's control panel is equipped with a digital Intelligauge data center, furnishing detailed information on the power output, lifetime run hours, frequency and voltage for you to easily track its activity and status.

In addition to this info, a light indicator on the device will signal if the oil level is too low.

The fuel level of the inverter generator can be determined quickly, easily, and conveniently with the help of its built-in fuel gauge.

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.

Besides the classic documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) to get you promptly started, the Champion 201417 also comes with some accessories: propane hose, oil, funnel and tool kit are included.