Champion 201438 - 10000/12500W Tri Fuel Generator With Electric Start

In a few words, the Champion 201438 is a powerful portable generator perfectly suited for:

• Professionals who want to be able to deliver results, even during a power failure
• Homeowners who want to be able to use the most necessary devices in their household, even during a blackout

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 201438

The Champion 201438 delivers 120/240V and is equipped with a tri-fuel technology, enabling it to operate on gasoline, propane, or natural gas. When powered by gasoline, it achieves a running wattage of 10,000W and a peak wattage of 12,500W. Switching to propane provides 9,000 rated watts and 11,250 peak watts, while natural gas operation delivers 8,000W of rated wattage and 10,000W of starting wattage.

Operating with a noise rating of 74 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a dishwasher), this generator offers two starting options: a standard recoil pull-rope starting mechanism and a convenient and easy-to-use electric starter (battery included).

In terms of run time, the 201438, boasting a 7.7 gallons fuel tank, can run for around 8 hours at 50% load on a full tank of gasoline (with fuel consumption averaging 0.96 gallons per hour). Additionally, it provides around 3 hours (on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 1.57 GPH) of operation with propane.

Given the 201438's high Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) of less than 20%, it is advisable to avoid using it to power sensitive electronic devices.

Outlets

The control panel includes the following 6 AC outlets:

Equipped with a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the 201438 is engineered to be transfer switch ready, enabling simple hookup to your breaker box to provide backup power for your home during blackouts.

Portability

At L29 x W28.5 x H25.8 in, the traditional open frame structure of the Champion 201438 ensures stability while facilitating convenient maintenance access to components and promoting air cooling. This type of design is ideal for tough environments and heavy outdoor use.

Despite its weight of 231 lbs, the generator is still considered 'portable,' meaning it is movable, although its heftiness may restrict portability in certain environments or require additional considerations for transportation and setup. However, its challenging mobility is solved by its wheel kit (⌀9.5") and its folding handle, which will ease its displacement, once it is on the floor.

Features

The 201438's control panel

The control panel of the 201438 includes an Intelligauge meter, which displays voltage, frequency and lifetime hours, helpful for the monitoring of its status and activity.

Equipped with a built-in fuel gauge, the generator facilitates swift gas level checks.

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.

Beyond the standard documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) to assist with setup, the Champion 201438 ships with supplementary accessories: natural gas hose with NPT adapter, funnel, oil and propane hose. An official storage cover is also available, as a separate purchase.