Champion 201505 - 5500/6875W Dual Fuel Generator

In short, the Champion 201505 is a portable generator adequately designed for:

• RV travellers who wish to upgrade their experience to another level
• People occasionally participating in outdoor fairs, festivals or events
• Food truck owners who want to ensure that their business is fully self-contained and does not rely on potentially unreliable external power
• Homeowners who want to be sure of their ability to power their fridges, cooking tools, heating and lighting equipment during power failures
• Professionals in need of safely powering high-intensity work or lighting equipment

In the following paragraphs, we shall explore the power characteristics, available outlets, portability, and any additional features of the device.

Power & Run Time

The Champion 201505

Thanks to its dual-fuel technology, the Champion 201505 delivers 120/240V and offers power and versatility. When gasoline-powered, it benefits from a running wattage of 5,500W and a peak wattage of 6,875W. When propane-powered, it has 5,000 rated watts and 6,250 peak watts.

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

As for its running time, the 201505, along with its 7.7 gallons fuel capacity, can run for around 11 hours at 50% load with a full tank filled with gasoline (fuel consumption around 0.7 GPH). If propane is used, it can operate for around 6.5 hours (on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 0.72 GPH).

As the 201505 has a high THD (<20%), it is not recommended to use it to power sensitive electronic devices.

Outlets

The control panel features the upcoming 5 AC outlets:

As it features a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the 201505 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

At L28.3 x W27.4 x H25.6 in, the standard open frame design of the Champion 201505 delivers stability alongside easy maintenance access to components and good air cooling. The featured design is ideal for the outdoors and all tough environments.

Even at 170 lbs, the generator is categorized as 'portable,' suggesting its movability, although its weight may impede its portability. Nonetheless, the limited maneuverability is compensated for by utilizing its wheel kit (⌀8") and its folding handle, which facilitates shifting once the generator is set on the ground.

Features

The 201505's control panel

To help you monitor the 201505's status and activity, its control panel is equipped with an Intelligauge meter, offering voltage, frequency, and lifetime hours readings.

Thanks to its built-in fuel gauge, the generator allows you to quickly, conveniently, and easily check the gas level at a glance.

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. 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.

Alongside the standard documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) for quick setup, the Champion 201505 is bundled with additional accessories: funnel, propane hose and oil. The official storage cover and running cover are also available, as separate purchases.