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

In a few words, the Champion 201417 is a powerful portable inverter generator perfectly suited for:

• Homeowners who wish to power almost all appliances in their house under any circumstances
• Professionals who want to ensure that a power failure will not prevent them from working
• Homeowners who want to be able to use the most necessary devices in their household, even during a blackout
• RV travellers who wish to upgrade their experience to another level

Over the following sections, you'll uncover its power characteristics, the selection of outlets it offers, its overall portability, and the supplementary features it includes.

Power & Run Time

The Champion 201417

Delivering 120/240V, the Champion 201417 is enhanced by dual-fuel technology, providing power and versatility. Running on gasoline, it boasts a running wattage of 9,000W and a starting wattage of 11,000W. Alternatively, when propane-powered, it delivers 8,100 running watts and 11,000 starting watts. The impressive running wattage makes this unit one of the biggest inverter generators currently on the market.

With a noise rating of 64 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a normal conversation), the inverter generator features a standard recoil pull-rope starting mechanism, but also a hassle-free and practical electric starter (battery included).

With a fuel capacity of 6.08 gallons, the 201417 can operate for up to 15 hours using gasoline (fuel consumption around 0.41 GPH), or for up to 8 hours (on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 0.59 GPH) using propane.

The 201417 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 features 6 AC outlets as follows:

Additionally, it features 1 DC outlet: there's a 12V 8A (cigarette lighter style) receptacle with which charging your batteries is made easy.

If you own an RV with a 50-amp service, you can consider this Champion unit as RV-ready, as it features a 14-50R outlet. In addition, as it features a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the 201417 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

As the Champion 201417 is an inverter generator, its encased design (L28.3 x W28.8 x H27.5 in) offers more aesthetics than a conventional, open frame product. The featured design follows the latest trends and is ideal for easy and recreational use.

Despite its 205.1 lbs, the generator falls under the category of 'portable,' signifying its movability, although its weight may hinder easy portability. However, the limited maneuverability is remedied with its set of wheels (⌀8") and its folding handle, facilitating convenient shifting once the generator is positioned on the ground.

Features

The 201417's control panel

Designed with a digital Intelligauge data center, the control panel of the 201417 grants you access to crucial data on the frequency, voltage, lifetime run hours and power output, ensuring practical monitoring of its status and activity.

In addition to this info, a light indicator on the device will notify you if its oil levels are insufficient.

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

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

While the standard documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab), helpful for starting the device promptly, come with the Champion 201417, the following accessories are also included: tool kit, funnel, oil and propane hose.