Champion 201492 - 6250/7850W Portable Generator

To sum up, the Champion 201492 is a portable generator tailored for:

• Food van owners who know that just a short power outage could lose them hundreds of dollars
• Homeowners who want to be able to use the most necessary devices in their household, even during a blackout
• Professionals who want to be able to deliver results, even during a power failure

The following sections will present you in detail its power characteristics, the different outlets it offers, its overall portability, and the extra features it benefits from.

Power & Run Time

The Champion 201492

The Champion 201492 is powered by a 389 cc OHV 4-stroke engine. It delivers 120/240V, runs on gasoline and offers a running wattage of 6,250W as well as a peak wattage of 7,850W.

Enjoying a noise rating of 74 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a vacuum cleaner), this generator gets running thanks to a traditional recoil pull-start mechanism.

Featuring a 7.7 gallons fuel tank, the 201492 can provide power for around 11 hours at 50% load on a full tank (with fuel consumption averaging 0.7 gallons per hour).

Since the 201492 has a high THD (<20%), it is advisable to not use it for the powering of sensitive electronic devices.

Outlets

The control panel includes the following 5 AC outlets:

With its twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the 201492 is configured to be transfer switch ready, allowing straightforward connection to your breaker box to supply backup power to your home during outages.

Portability

With its L28.2 x W27.2 x H25 in dimensions, the open frame structure of the Champion 201492 provides stability, simplified maintenance access to components, and better air cooling than enclosed units. This type of design is ideal for tough environments and heavy outdoor use.

With a weight of 166 lbs, the generator is still labeled as 'portable,' denoting its ability to be moved, although its heaviness might restrict easy portability. However, its challenging mobility is solved by its wheel kit (⌀8") and its folding handle, which will ease its displacement, once it is on the floor.

Features

The 201492's control panel

The control panel of the 201492 includes an Intelligauge meter, offering voltage, frequency, and lifetime hours readings, helpful for the monitoring of its status and activity.

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

From a security standpoint, the generator is furnished with an overload protection (circuit breaker) and an automatic low oil shut-off, ensuring peace of mind during operation. 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.

Apart from the standard documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) to facilitate setup, the Champion 201492 features extra accessories: funnel and oil. The official storage cover and running cover are also available, as separate purchases.