Champion 201507 - 8500/10625W Dual Fuel Generator With Electric Start

In a nutshell, the Champion 201507 is a powerful portable generator mostly geared towards:

• Homeowners who want to be able to use the most necessary devices in their household, even during a blackout
• Professionals in need of safely powering high-intensity work or lighting equipment

The subsequent sections will explore in detail its power characteristics, the diverse outlets it provides, its overall portability, and the supplementary features it offers.

Power & Run Time

The Champion 201507

Delivering 120/240V, the Champion 201507 is enhanced by dual-fuel technology, providing power and versatility. Running on gasoline, it boasts a running wattage of 8,500W and a starting wattage of 10,625W. Alternatively, when propane-powered, it delivers 7,650 running watts and 9,565 starting watts.

The generator, rated for a noise of 74 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a vacuum cleaner), provides flexibility in starting, offering both a classic hand-operated recoil starting mechanism and an intuitive and practical electric starter (battery included).

Regarding its running time, the 201507, with a 7.7 gallons fuel capacity, can operate for around 10 hours at 50% load with a full tank of gasoline (fuel consumption around 0.77 GPH). When using propane, it can run for around 5 hours (on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 0.94 GPH).

The quite high THD (<20%) of the 201507 makes it unsuitable for powering sensitive electronic devices.

Outlets

The control panel features 6 AC outlets as follows:

This Champion generator isn't quite RV Ready, but it features an L5-30R receptacle, allowing a simple RV connection through an L5-30P to TT-30R adaptor. Besides, since it boasts a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the 201507 is engineered to be transfer switch ready, ensuring easy integration with your breaker box to provide backup power to your home during outages.

Portability

Measuring L28.9 x W27.7 x H26.1 in, the Champion 201507 showcases a classic open frame layout, offering stability and simple maintenance access to components, while facilitating air circulation. The generator is designed for outdoor use and demanding environments.

Though weighing 209 lbs, the generator remains classified as 'portable,' indicating its capability to be moved, though its weight could pose transport challenges. Nevertheless, it can still be moved quite conveniently with the help of its wheel kit (⌀9.5") and its folding handle, once it is placed on the ground.

Features

The 201507's control panel

Included in the control panel of the 201507 are an Intelligauge meter, offering voltage, frequency, and lifetime hours readings, essential for monitoring its status and activity.

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.

Apart from the typical documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab), which lets you start it right away, the Champion 201507 also is packed along with the following accessories: oil, propane hose and funnel.