Champion 201470 - 4000/5500W Inverter Generator With Remote Start

In a nutshell, the Champion 201470 is a compact portable inverter generator mostly geared towards:

• RV travellers who wish to upgrade their experience to another level
• People occasionally participating in outdoor fairs, festivals or events
• Homeowners who want to be able to use the most necessary devices in their household, even during a blackout

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 201470

Champion 201470 is equipped with a 224 cc OHV 4-stroke engine, running on gasoline and providing 120V, boasting a running wattage of 4,000W alongside a starting wattage of 5,500W. Moreover, the parallel capability (ParaLink (opens in a new tab) not included) allows for increasing of power output when paired with another similar or compatible unit, providing increased energy capacity and reliability for diverse needs.

Featuring a noise rating of 61 dBA (just slightly more noisy than an office), the inverter generator is equipped with both a classic hand-operated recoil starting mechanism and a straightforward and intuitive electric starter (battery included) for starting. To add further convenience, the 201470 can be remotely started (key fob included).

The fuel capacity of 2.25 gallons allows the 201470 to operate for up to 11 hours with a full tank (fuel consumption around 0.2 GPH).

Thanks to its low <3% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), the 201470 produces a clean sine wave output, making it safe for your sensitive electronics when utilizing the AC outlets.

Outlets

The control panel provides the upcoming 3 AC outlets:

Additionally, it features 1 DC outlet: there's a 12V 8A (cigarette lighter style) receptacle making battery charging a breeze.

The inclusion of a TT-30R receptacle (TT for 'Travel Trailer') makes this Champion generator RV Ready, ideal for providing power to recreational vehicles.

Portability

With an inverter generator design, the Champion 201470 features a closed construction (L23.5 x W18 x H20.1 in), enhancing aesthetics and ensuring reduced noise levels, offering a distinct advantage over standard, open frame generators. The design follows the contemporary trends and is perfect for recreationally generating power.

Since the generator weighs 101 lbs, it will be incredibly difficult to manually lift it and transport it, even though it is technically considered to 'be portable' (in the sense that it is movable). However, the constrained maneuverability is addressed with the assistance of its set of 2 wheels (⌀5") and its folding handle, allowing for easy shifting once the generator is placed on the ground.

Features

The 201470's control panel

Enhancing monitoring capabilities, the 201470 features a digital Intelligauge data center within its control panel, furnishing essential details on the lifetime run hours, power output, frequency and voltage for tracking activity and status.

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

The inverter generator allows for a quick, easy and convenient assessment of its gas level, as it is equipped with a built-in fuel gauge.

From a security standpoint, the product offers an overload protection (circuit breaker) and an automatic low oil shut-off, allowing you to use it with a peace of mind.

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.

Apart from the standard documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) to facilitate setup, the Champion 201470 features extra accessories: tool kit, oil, key fob and funnel. The official storage cover and running cover are also available, as separate purchases.