Champion 201506 - 8000/10000W Portable Generator With Remote Start

In short, the Champion 201506 is a portable generator adequately designed for:

• 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
• RV travellers wishing to enhance their freedom and nomad lifestyle

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 201506

Featuring a 458 cc OHV 4-stroke engine, the Champion 201506 operates using gasoline, providing 120/240V, with a running wattage of 8,000W and a starting wattage of 10,000W.

With a noise rating of 74 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a shower), the generator features a conventional pull-start mechanism, but also an intuitive and practical electric starter (battery included). To increase convenience, the 201506 offers remote starting functionality, allowing for easy operation from a distance (key fob included).

The fuel capacity of 7.7 gallons allows the 201506 to operate for around 10 hours at 50% load with a full tank (fuel consumption around 0.77 GPH).

Considering its high Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) of less than 20%, it is not recommended to rely on the 201506 for powering sensitive electronic devices.

Outlets

The control panel is equipped with the following 6 AC outlets:

If your RV requires a 50-amp service, consider this Champion unit RV-ready, as it includes a 14-50R outlet. In addition, equipped with a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the 201506 is engineered to be transfer switch ready, enabling simple hookup to your breaker box to provide backup power for your home during blackouts.

Portability

With its L28.8 x W27.4 x H25.8 in dimensions, the open frame structure of the Champion 201506 provides stability, simplified maintenance access to components, and better air cooling than enclosed units. The featured design is ideal for the outdoors and all tough environments.

Despite its weight of 198.4 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. Nevertheless, thanks to its wheel kit (⌀9.5") and its folding handle (a decent solution to its lack of maneuverability), the generator can be easily moved, once placed the ground.

Features

The 201506's control panel

The 201506's control center features an Intelligauge meter, displaying voltage, frequency, and lifetime hours information to aid you with the monitoring of its status and activity.

As for its security measures, the device features an overload protection (circuit breaker) and an automatic low oil shut-off, letting you use it with a peace of mind. 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.

With the basic documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab), letting you start the generator quickly, the Champion 201506 also comes with several accessories, including: key fob, funnel and oil.